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The County of Yuba is currently accepting Full-Time and Extra-Help employment applications for the position of Office Assistant. Under close supervision, incumbent provides a limited spectrum of office support activities which may include word processing, data entry and organization, reprographics, telephone and counter reception, scheduling, updating websites, maintaining records, and filing; create routine forms, memoranda, correspondence, and/or reports; perform routine operation of equipment; provides information and assistance to staff and the general public; and performs related duties as assigned. This is the entry-level class in the office support series.

Note: Office Assistant 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 life of the Employment List.

TYPING CERTIFICATE REQUIRED W/ APPLICATION:

• Minimum Net 40 words per minute.
• Must indicate results from a 5 min. test, testing agency, and no more than 12 months old  (internet and/or online tests are NOT accepted).  
• Local applicants may contact Sutter or Yuba County One Stop to schedule a free exam.

The County is currently accepting Full-Time and Extra-Help employment applications for the position of Office Specialist. Under general supervision, incumbents perform a variety of administrative, secretarial, and office support duties of considerable complexity, requiring thorough knowledge of the assigned department, division, or program, its procedures and operational details; provides administrative support to various department staff; composes and prepares correspondence using judgment in content and style; performs skilled word processing, data entry and organization, telephone and counter reception, processing of invoices, recordkeeping, statistical and technical report preparation, and filing; provides information to the public and County staff; and performs related duties as assigned. This is the fully qualified journey level class in the office support series.

Note: Office 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 life of the Employment List.

TYPING CERTIFICATE REQUIRED W/ APPLICATION:

• Minimum Net 40 words per minute.
• Must indicate results from a 5 min. test, testing agency, and no more than 12 months old  (internet and/or online tests are NOT accepted).  
• Local applicants may contact Sutter or Yuba County One Stop to schedule a free exam.

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, provides billing, collections, and customer service to members of the public in matters related to ambulance billing. This position interacts with patients and providers and responds to inquiries related to ambulance billing accounts.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Incumbents in this class perform extensive form typing, general accounts receivable, and communicates with the public. This position contributes to the effective day-to-day operations of the Fire Department by providing a full range of responsible support to ambulance billing. This position requires and receives minimal supervision.                                                                                                                

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Electronically and manually process claims/bills to patients, insurance companies, and contractual agencies.
• Prepare, review, and transmit accurate information into billing software.
• Post adjustments and payments to patient accounts.
• Research and resolve patient inquiries and insurance denials.
• Communicate with patients, hospitals and EMS staff as necessary to clarify or gather additional information to facilitate the claims process.
• Contact patients to determine causes of delinquencies and resolve past due accounts.
• Assists in the accumulation and review of financial data to be used in preparation of budgets, reports and general financial management activities.
• Type and file a variety of forms, reports, letters and memoranda.
• Operate a variety of office machines including calculators, computers, and copying machines.
• Serve as primary contact for ambulance billing.
• Maintain confidentiality with patient records and files.
• Receive requests and inquiries from and explain city policies to the public.
• May receive and distribute mail.
• May perform clerical duties for department head.
• May be required to work overtime.
• And other related duties as required.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Healthcare systems, including Medicare, Medicaid, HMOs and 3rd party indemnity plan insurers, state and federal regulatory agencies and local human services systems.
• Collection techniques.
• Customer service and bookkeeping principles, practices and methods.
• Microsoft desktop applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Personable telephone techniques.
• Good English usage, grammar, spelling and pronunciation.
• Bilingual (Spanish) ability highly preferred.

Ability to:

• Compile, analyze, reconcile and verify billing records.
• Assess information, recommend enhancements and assist in implementing new procedures.
• Handle cash.
• Interpret established City policies, regulations and procedures.
• Perform routine clerical duties.
• Make arithmetical calculations rapidly and accurately.
• Operate standard office machines and equipment.
• Understand and carry out oral and written direction.
• Meet the public tactfully and courteously.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Operate computers and related software applications.
• Perform data entry.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:

• Two years of increasingly responsible clerical experience involving financial record keeping and public contact. Medical billing experience strongly preferred.  

Education:

• Completion of twelfth grade or equivalent.
• Possession of Certified Ambulance Coder certification within one (1) year of appointment.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Applications received by the filing date will be reviewed for accuracy, completeness and job-related qualifications.  A limited number of persons whose applications clearly demonstrate they most closely meet the requirements may be invited to participate in the selection process - which may be any combination of written, oral and/or performance exams.  Appointment is subject to successfully passing a background/criminal history check and credit check. Before starting work, applicants must present documentation of their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Following appointment, a minimum six-month probationary period is required as the final phase of the selection process.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications are available at Personnel Department, City Hall, 1700 7th Street, Sanger, CA 93657 or www.ci.sanger.ca.us.   Applications must be complete and received prior to the filing deadline.  POSTMARKS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.  All statements made on the application are subject to verification; false statements will be cause for disqualifications or discharge.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

WOMEN, MINORITIES & HANDICAPPED INDIVIDUALS ARE

ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

Note:  The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract.  Any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.  Questions regarding this announcement may be directed to the City of Sanger Personnel Department.

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of Administrative Technician. Currently there are two vacancies that exist in the following County departments: Yuba County Sheriff’s Department and Health and Human Services Department. Under general supervision the Administrative Technician performs technical level administrative, operational, procedural, and/or program related duties in assistance to a County department; researches, collects, and analyzes data and prepares draft reports; performs administrative and technical work of assigned program area; and provides responsible administrative and technical assistance to management; coordinates program activities, assisting with process improvement efforts, preparing a variety of correspondence and reports and performs other duties as assigned. This is the journey para-professional level in the administrative/analytical series. This position reports directly to supervisory professional or managerial staff. As this is a countywide classification, the eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill additional vacancies for this classification that may come available in other departments  or divisions during the duration of this list.  

Example Of Duties:

• Develops, coordinates, and implements program activities of a technical area of assignment related to department activities; prepares technical documents.
• Reviews, verifies, and processes documents related to program activities including budgets, contracts, grants, legislation, and other specialized documents based on area of assignment.
• Establishes and maintains a wide variety of filing and reporting systems; develops record keeping procedures; provides information to parties as requested.
• Analyzes alternatives and makes recommendations regarding such matters as budget development, administrative policies, staffing, facilities, productivity, permitting processes and procedure development and implementation.
• Assists with performing and conducting studies, special projects, administrative, operational, and other informational research projects; performs data collection and analysis; documents processes; prepares draft reports and technical documents; develops processes and procedures to improve efficiency.

About the Agriculture Weights & Measures Department:

The Yuba County Department of Agriculture - Weights and Measures works in cooperation with the California Department of Food and Agriculture and the California Department of Pesticide Regulation to administer at the local level a number of statewide enforcement programs which protect the agricultural industry; the environment; public health, safety and welfare; business trade and commerce; and the consumer. 

About the Health & Human Services Department: 

The Yuba County Health and Human Services 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 these 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 Yuba County community to improve the overall well-being of our residents. There are several major Divisions within the Department including: Adult Services; Child Welfare Services; Public Assistance; Employment Services; Housing and Integrated Services; Public Health; Veterans Services; and Finance and Administration.

About the Yuba County Sheriff's Office:

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.

Important: All applicants interested in employment at the Yuba County Sheriff’s Office will have to complete a Personal History Statement and successfully pass additional background processes.

Performs a wide variety of child support duties consisting of maintaining a caseload, locating and
interviewing custodial and non-custodial parents and others to elicit factual information for the
purpose of establishing child support obligations and enforcing child support laws; arranges for
support payments when possible; prepares cases for court hearings as necessary; and performs
related work as required.
Working under close supervision, Child Support Specialist I is the entry/trainee level in the Child
Support Specialist series. Employees in this class receive in-service training, and are given
detailed instructions in the performance of duties related to child support laws, regulations, and a
broad range of child support casework activities. As requisite skills and knowledge are
developed, greater independence and the full scope of responsibility are exercised. Employees
are expected to promote to Child Support Specialist II after one year of satisfactory performance
at the entry/trainee level.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
Duties for the Child Support Specialist I may include, but are not limited to the following:
• Manages a general caseload consisting of child support legal actions and the
establishment, enforcement and collection of child support payment obligations based on
established guidelines.
• Coordinates appointments for personal interviews with custodial and non-custodial
parents, employers, and attorneys.
• Develops and analyzes information for the establishment of paternity.
• Uses a variety of methods, systems and procedures for locating information on custodial
and non-custodial parents' assets, income, and liabilities.

• Evaluates income and expense data of custodial and non-custodial parents to determine
and recommend child support payment obligations based on established guidelines.
• Responds to general inquiries and explains general child support laws, court orders, rules,
regulations, and policies to public and staff.
• Participates in interviews to secure support agreements and to persuade responsible
parties to make payments without recourse to legal action.
• Prepares and processes legal documents necessary for the Documents and updates
customer information, contact information, case actions/history logs, and records using a
state-wide automated system.
• Provides case status information, explains the complaint resolution process, and answers
case specific questions for all involved parties ensuring the verbiage used cannot be
interpreted as legal advice.
• Applies federal, state, and local codes, procedures, and rules in establishing and
processing child support cases.
• Coordinates and/or conducts genetic tests when needed.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Salary Information:
Child Support Specialist I- $16.31-$19.83 per hour
Child Support Specialist II- $18.01-$21.89 per hour
Child Support Specialist III- $20.31-$24.69 per hour
 

About the Position

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of Sheriff’s Records Clerk within the Yuba County Sheriff’s Department.  Under general supervision, this incumbent provides difficult, technical, complex or specialized work relating to Sheriff’s department records and associated automated information systems, and performs related work as assigned.  This position is often the first point of contact for the Sheriff’s Department.

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This position performs a variety of para-professional and responsible eligibility determination and case management duties for the Glenn County Health and Human Services Agency, Mental Health Division. This position is full-time and scheduled for forty (40) hours per week. 

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Interview and provides rehabilitation services to clients; develops and implements treatment plans; provides follow-up and assists clients with the resolution of problems.
• Provides information to potential clients, clients, and parents/guardians, if applicable, regarding program requirements and benefits.
• Maintains close, collaborative, and cooperative relationships with community agencies, social workers, local law enforcement, and other public agencies carrying out treatment and educational plans; provides information to other County departments and agencies.
• Assists in coordinating client placement in residential treatment facilities and periodically visits clients to assess progress. Provides referrals to other agencies as appropriate. 
• Performs home visits, school visits, court, or jail visits as appropriate; attends meetings with other departments, government agencies, and local agencies in matters regarding health and human services issues.
• Attends training, workshops, and continuing education classes, as required or appropriate.
• Makes determinations of crisis situations, authorizes 72-holds for hospitalizations.
• Remains on-call evenings and weekends for crisis and emergency situations.

This position performs moderately difficult and complex administrative and analytical work that may involve and/or emphasize the functional areas of: general and administrative support, fiscal and contract management, program analysis and compliance, staff development and training. The incumbent will gather, tabulate, analyze, and chart data; interview and consult with departmental officials, employees, and others, to give and receive information. This position is located in the Compliance and Quality Improvement Unit in the Behavioral Health Division of the Health and Human Services Agency, and is a full-time position working forty (40) hours per week.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Plans, identifies, and analyzes program administration problems and develops solutions.
• Reviews regulatory materials to evaluate program impact; reviews and revises current systems, policies, and procedures.
• Coordinates multi-disciplinary groups for program systems review.
• Develops program compliance procedures.
• May coordinate investigations related to civil rights issues in departmental programs and services, state hearing issues, and issues related to unethical and improper conduct; conducts and participates in training and education programs regarding such issues.