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Form of workSalary: $4,532.00 - $6,029.00 Monthly
Location : Thurston County, WA
Job Type: Regular Full-Time Employee
Job Number: 05R00137
Department: Clerk
Opening Date: 02/22/2024
Closing Date: 5/5/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME CO
Summary of Duties
The Thurston County Clerk's Office is looking for a professional and reliable candidate to fill their Domestic Violence Liaison position.
This position coordinates Domestic Violence cases in the County Clerk's Office by advising victims regarding the legal process, providing referrals as necessary and acting as a liaison between victims, law enforcement officials, prosecutors, courts and community agencies.
Essential functions may include, but are not limited to:
Work is performed primarily in an office environment with lifting required on occasion. A physical hazard my occur from agitated defendants awaiting or during trials or hearings.
Qualifications
Desired Skills
Other Position Related Information
Questions about this recruitment?
The contact person for this recruitment is Edison M Herron, Chief Deputy Clerk, 360-786-5743 or 360-709-3270.
This position is:
- Represented by a Union
- Eligible for benefits
- Not eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
Items required for consideration:
- Application
- Letter of Interest
- Resume
Thurston County provides a comprehensive benefits package to all regular employees. The following is a brief summary of available benefits offered to county employees. Benefits are subject to change and may differ according to collective bargaining agreements. Plan documents and eligibility requirements are provided upon hire. This information is subject to change at anytime.
Health Care Benefits:
Thurston County provides medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage for all regular full-time employees enrolled in the County's standard plans. For regular part-time employees, who work less than 75% of an FTE, the county pays a pro-rated portion of the cost for medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
Medical
Thurston County provides medical benefits through the Washington State's Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB). Plan availability is based on county of residence. Each year the County determines the standard and non-standard plans. For standard plans, the County pays the full employee premium.
Dental
Dental plans are provided through the Washington Counties Insurance Fund (WCIF). Employees have the opportunity to choose between two plans, Delta Dental, a preferred provider plan or Willamette Dental, an HMO plan.
Vision
Thurston County employees have Vision Service Plan coverage through the Washington Counties Insurance Fund (WCIF). Employees also have additional vision coverage through their medical plan.
Life Insurance
The County provides each regular, full-time employee with a basic, term life plan of $36,000 life insurance and $36,000 accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage. Additional voluntary, supplemental life insurance and AD&D insurance is available as a payroll deduction.
Dependent Coverage
Eligible dependents may be added to all coverage listed above. Depending upon the bargaining unit, the County pays up to a specific maximum amount toward dependent coverage with the employee paying any amount above the County maximum contribution.
Pension Plans:
Retirement
Eligible Thurston County employees participate in the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems' pension plans (PERS, PSERS, or LEOFF). With the exception of PERS plan 3, all of these plans are "defined benefit" plans with retirement benefits based on your average compensation and earned service credits. PERS Plan 3 is a hybrid plan incorporating both "defined benefit" and "defined contribution" elements. These plans are funded by both employer and employee contributions.
Deferred Compensation
The County offers three voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan. Deferred compensation plans are 457 plans as defined by IRS regulations.
Holiday and Leave Programs:
Paid Leave
Thurston County offers two leave plans, Alternative leave and Traditional leave. In the Alternative Leave program, leave is accrued per pay period and may be used for vacation and/or sick leave purposes. Employees in the Traditional Leave program accrue both sick leave and annual leave each pay period.
Thurston County Observed Holidays
Eleven paid are observed by Thurston County. Depending on union contract, regular employees receive one floating holiday and one Community Service Day each calendar year, or two floating holidays each calendar year.
Other County Paid Benefits:
Long Term Disability (LTD)
The county's long term disability plan provides a monthly benefit of 60% of your monthly base salary up to $6,000 per month after a waiting period of 90 days of disability.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employees and immediate family members are eligible to receive confidential, professional counseling assessment and referral services through First Choice Health. The employee assistance program can assist and respond to all kinds of requests for counseling assessment and life concerns, such as, relationship concerns, family problems, alcohol and drug abuse problems, financial crisis, identification theft, general stress, caregiver burnout, depression, etc. Services are available 24-hours per day, 7-days per week.
Additional Voluntary Benefits:
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses. Section 125 FSAs allow you to pay for allowable health-related and/or dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Short Term Disability
The County's short term disability plan is meant to assist with temporary periods of disability, as well as bridge the 90 day waiting period before the County's Long Term Disability begins. It provides a benefit of 60% of employees weekly base salary up to $1,000 per week after a waiting period of 30 days.
Worksite Plans:
Electronic Payroll Savings with TreasuryDirect
County employees can invest in TreasuryDirect electronic savings bonds (Series I and EE) by requesting a payroll deduction. Monthly deductions are forwarded to the Federal Reserve, which enables employees to buy and redeem electronic savings bonds directly from the United States Treasury Department.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Thurston County is a qualified employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Act. Employees may be eligible for federal student loan forgiveness.
Additional Benefits
The County also offers direct deposit, credit union memberships, a Commute Trip Reduction Program, and other miscellaneous benefits.
Please click for more information or visit the Thurston County Benefits website:
Location : Thurston County, WA
Job Type: Regular Full-Time Employee
Job Number: 05R00137
Department: Clerk
Opening Date: 02/22/2024
Closing Date: 5/5/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME CO
Summary of Duties
The Thurston County Clerk's Office is looking for a professional and reliable candidate to fill their Domestic Violence Liaison position.
This position coordinates Domestic Violence cases in the County Clerk's Office by advising victims regarding the legal process, providing referrals as necessary and acting as a liaison between victims, law enforcement officials, prosecutors, courts and community agencies.
Essential functions may include, but are not limited to:
- Interviews applicants concerning violent incidents. Determines type of protection needed and assists the applicant in the preparation of court documents, reviews Domestic Violence form packets for completeness, accuracy and readability.
- Guides victims of Domestic Violence through legal process and educates victim about the adjudication process.
- Provides victims of Domestic Violence referral information regarding community services available to them.
- Serves as liaison between the victims, abusers, law enforcement officials, court personnel, judiciary and community agencies.
- Prepares court calendars for Domestic Violence cases; and prepares case files for court session. Schedules temporary protection order hearings through Superior Court. Arranges and confirms interpreters/translators.
- Accompanies victim to court appearances; assists victim in court; makes recommendations to court, as requested by the court.
- Certifies court documents and disseminates information regarding the status to petitioners, respondents and state and local law enforcement agencies. Responds to public inquiries regarding case files, court documents and court schedules.
- Contacts appropriate agencies issuing service upon involved parties; notifies applicants of service and mandatory court appointment according to statute. Contacts petitioners to ascertain additional information to assist in completing service.
- Informs security in the Sheriff's Office if potentially dangerous people may be appearing in court and arranges additional security for victims that are in hiding who may need to be escorted to court.
- Develops, implements and maintains a case tracking system for reference and statistical purposes. Records and tracks fee waiver cases and prepares vouchers for payment of the filing fee based on court's instructions.
- Operates a computer using word processing program to prepare legal documents, make detailed docket entries and perform data entry.
- Operates standard office equipment.
- Trains and supervises volunteers used for weekly Domestic Violence calendar.
Work is performed primarily in an office environment with lifting required on occasion. A physical hazard my occur from agitated defendants awaiting or during trials or hearings.
Qualifications
- Three years of college-level courses in sociology, psychology, criminal justice or related field. BA degree in one of these fields is preferred.
- Two years of progressively responsible experience in a social service setting conducting interviews, working in crisis intervention or counseling victims.
- Knowledge of the judicial process.
- Ability to use word processing or computer equipment and programs.
Desired Skills
- Knowledge of court system, legal terminology, and case processing procedures pertaining to Domestic Violence issues.
- Ability to establish effective working relationships with victims, superiors, co-workers, other departments, and diverse social service agencies.
- Knowledge of Domestic Violence issues and communication skills appropriate for victims of Domestic Violence; legal aptitude and proficiency to complete court preparation and provide professional court appearance.
- Ability to process confidential information with discretion.
- Ability to work independently and make responsible decisions in accordance with court procedures concerning Domestic Violence victims.
- Ability to communicate ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
- Ability to create, implement, and maintain tracking systems.
- Ability to manage difficult situations involving Domestic Violence abusers, victims, families and their respective support groups.
Other Position Related Information
Questions about this recruitment?
The contact person for this recruitment is Edison M Herron, Chief Deputy Clerk, 360-786-5743 or 360-709-3270.
This position is:
- Represented by a Union
- Eligible for benefits
- Not eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
Items required for consideration:
- Application
- Letter of Interest
- Resume
Thurston County provides a comprehensive benefits package to all regular employees. The following is a brief summary of available benefits offered to county employees. Benefits are subject to change and may differ according to collective bargaining agreements. Plan documents and eligibility requirements are provided upon hire. This information is subject to change at anytime.
Health Care Benefits:
Thurston County provides medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage for all regular full-time employees enrolled in the County's standard plans. For regular part-time employees, who work less than 75% of an FTE, the county pays a pro-rated portion of the cost for medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
Medical
Thurston County provides medical benefits through the Washington State's Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB). Plan availability is based on county of residence. Each year the County determines the standard and non-standard plans. For standard plans, the County pays the full employee premium.
Dental
Dental plans are provided through the Washington Counties Insurance Fund (WCIF). Employees have the opportunity to choose between two plans, Delta Dental, a preferred provider plan or Willamette Dental, an HMO plan.
Vision
Thurston County employees have Vision Service Plan coverage through the Washington Counties Insurance Fund (WCIF). Employees also have additional vision coverage through their medical plan.
Life Insurance
The County provides each regular, full-time employee with a basic, term life plan of $36,000 life insurance and $36,000 accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage. Additional voluntary, supplemental life insurance and AD&D insurance is available as a payroll deduction.
Dependent Coverage
Eligible dependents may be added to all coverage listed above. Depending upon the bargaining unit, the County pays up to a specific maximum amount toward dependent coverage with the employee paying any amount above the County maximum contribution.
Pension Plans:
Retirement
Eligible Thurston County employees participate in the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems' pension plans (PERS, PSERS, or LEOFF). With the exception of PERS plan 3, all of these plans are "defined benefit" plans with retirement benefits based on your average compensation and earned service credits. PERS Plan 3 is a hybrid plan incorporating both "defined benefit" and "defined contribution" elements. These plans are funded by both employer and employee contributions.
Deferred Compensation
The County offers three voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan. Deferred compensation plans are 457 plans as defined by IRS regulations.
Holiday and Leave Programs:
Paid Leave
Thurston County offers two leave plans, Alternative leave and Traditional leave. In the Alternative Leave program, leave is accrued per pay period and may be used for vacation and/or sick leave purposes. Employees in the Traditional Leave program accrue both sick leave and annual leave each pay period.
Thurston County Observed Holidays
Eleven paid are observed by Thurston County. Depending on union contract, regular employees receive one floating holiday and one Community Service Day each calendar year, or two floating holidays each calendar year.
Other County Paid Benefits:
Long Term Disability (LTD)
The county's long term disability plan provides a monthly benefit of 60% of your monthly base salary up to $6,000 per month after a waiting period of 90 days of disability.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employees and immediate family members are eligible to receive confidential, professional counseling assessment and referral services through First Choice Health. The employee assistance program can assist and respond to all kinds of requests for counseling assessment and life concerns, such as, relationship concerns, family problems, alcohol and drug abuse problems, financial crisis, identification theft, general stress, caregiver burnout, depression, etc. Services are available 24-hours per day, 7-days per week.
Additional Voluntary Benefits:
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses. Section 125 FSAs allow you to pay for allowable health-related and/or dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Short Term Disability
The County's short term disability plan is meant to assist with temporary periods of disability, as well as bridge the 90 day waiting period before the County's Long Term Disability begins. It provides a benefit of 60% of employees weekly base salary up to $1,000 per week after a waiting period of 30 days.
Worksite Plans:
- Accident Insurance is designed to help pay for costs not covered by employee health insurance when injured due to an accident.
- Hospital Indemnity will pay a lump sum if an employee is admitted to the hospital, and will pay a lump sum for each day your are inpatient, to a maximum of 15 days per year.
- Critical Illness will pay a lump sum if you are diagnosed with certain serious conditions. Cancer, heart attack, and stroke are a few of the listed conditions in this policy.
Electronic Payroll Savings with TreasuryDirect
County employees can invest in TreasuryDirect electronic savings bonds (Series I and EE) by requesting a payroll deduction. Monthly deductions are forwarded to the Federal Reserve, which enables employees to buy and redeem electronic savings bonds directly from the United States Treasury Department.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Thurston County is a qualified employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Act. Employees may be eligible for federal student loan forgiveness.
Additional Benefits
The County also offers direct deposit, credit union memberships, a Commute Trip Reduction Program, and other miscellaneous benefits.
Please click for more information or visit the Thurston County Benefits website:
