Location : Lake County, CA
Job Type: Full Time - Open to all applicants
Job Number: 24-068
Department: Social Services
Opening Date: 03/06/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
General Recruitment Information
Additional Information
This recruitment is open continuously. The first review of applications will be completed on March 25, 2024. Applications submitted after this date will be screened as received.
This position may qualify for a relocation reimbursement up to $3,500.
Minimum Qualifications
Licensing and Certifications:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver's License.
Education and Experience:
Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in social work, human services, psychology, sociology, business administration, public administration or a closely related field.
AND
Five (5) years of full-time professional experience working in public, or private agency human services program, including two (2) years in a management capacity.
Possession of a Master's degree in public or business administration, SOCIAL SERVICES, human services, psychology, sociology, or a closely related field is preferred.
Additional directly related experience and/or education may be substituted.
Job Description
Under policy direction of the Board of Supervisors, plans, organizes, manages, directs, and supervises the activities, programs, and services of the Department of Social Services including public assistance, employment services, Area Agency on Aging, adult protective services, in-home support services, child protective services, Lake County Housing Commission, and the Lake County Public Guardian, Conservator, and Administrator; is responsible for fiscal management, personnel management, program planning, program evaluation, and public and political relations; represents department activities, programs, and services with community organizations and other government agencies; serves as Commissioner for the Lake County First Five Coalition; performs the lead role in the County for shelter and local assistance center coordination in the event of disaster; and performs related duties as assigned. This is not exhaustive of all job responsibilities. For more details, please refer to the link provided below.
To view the complete job description, you have two options: either visit www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lakecountyca or simply click on this link.
The information presented in job postings, job descriptions, or recruitment materials does not form a legally binding contract, either explicit or implicit. Benefits may differ among different employee groups. The details provided in these materials are subject to change or cancellation without prior notification. Prospective employees of the County of Lake must undergo the County's pre-employment medical review program upon receiving a conditional job offer before assuming their position with the County.
Applicants may substitute relevant experience and/or education at a 2 to 1 ratio to fulfill minimum qualifications. For further details, individuals should reach out to the Human Resources department.
ADA Accommodations
Individuals in need of accommodation during the application and/or selection process under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should reach out to County of Lake Human Resources at (707) 263-2213.
The County of Lake is dedicated to valuing diversity and promoting inclusion, recognizing that our diverse workforce is our most valuable asset, and ensuring our customers remain our top priority.
The County is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer
Veteran's Preference
RETIREMENT - County employees are members of the California Public Employee Retirement system (CalPERS). CalPERS provides a defined benefit pension at retirement for County employees. The pension formulas and employee contribution amounts may vary by bargaining unit, date of hire, prior qualifying service, and classification. Please contact Human Resources for more information.
HEALTH AND INSURANCE BENEFITS - Medical, dental, hospital, vision, life and disability coverage is available to employees and their dependents. The County contributes $1,500 of the monthly premiums for the insurance plan options.
VACATION ACCRUAL may be adjusted for current city or county government employees.
VACATION - 80 hours per year during the first five years of service, 120 hours per year after five years, and additional accruals based on years of service beyond fifteen years. Pro-rated for part-time employees.
SICK LEAVE - Accrues at a rate of 96 hours per year. Pro-rated for part-time employees.
HOLIDAYS- An average of twelve paid 8-hour holidays per year. Pro-rated for part-time employees.
SALARY - Lake County has an adopted salary schedule. The salary range for most classifications is in five increments with a provision for longevity increases. Appointments are normally made at the first step of the salary range.
SOCIAL SECURITY - County employees participate in Social Security.
CALIFORNIA STATE DISABILITY INSURANCE - SDI is available to some County employees.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLANS and CREDIT UNION MEMBERSHIPS are available to County employees.
01
I understand that all of my relevant education and experience must be included on the application form, and that an unofficial transcript MUST be included in order to use my education as credit toward the minimum qualifications of the job description. Furthermore, I understand that only information contained and submitted on the application will be used when screening my qualifications against the minimum requirements of the position, and failure to include relevant information may eliminate me from consideration for this position.
- Yes
02
I MUST provide an unofficial transcript to certify that my education qualifies towards the minimum requirements of the position. A copy of my degree will not be accepted to certify my education. I have attached my unofficial transcript.
- Yes
- No
03
Do you have education equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in social work, human services, psychology, sociology, business administration, public administration, or a closely related field?
- Yes
- No
04
Do you have Five (5) years of full-time professional experience working in public, or private agency human services program, including two (2) years in a management capacity?
- Yes
- No
05
Do you have a Master's degree in public or business administration, SOCIAL SERVICES, human services, psychology, sociology, or a closely related field?
- Yes
- No
06
Do you have, or can you obtain, a valid California Driver's License by date of hire?
- Yes
- No
07
Can you submit to, and pass a background check prior to appointment? Depending upon the position and/or assigned department the background check may include, but is not limited to: civil and criminal history check, reference check, Livescan, and/or credit check (as allowed under state law)
- Yes
- No
08
I certify that to the best of my knowledge, my answers to the supplemental questions are true and accurate and that all relevant experience, education, certifications, licenses, and trainings are included on my application form. I understand that my answers are subject to verification and that any intentional misrepresentation may be sufficient cause to eliminate me from further consideration for this position.
- Yes
Required Question