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Location : Berkeley, CA
Job Type: Temporary
Job Number: 2019-02-67180
Department: HHCS Health
Division: YouthWorks
Opening Date: 09/30/2020
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR BERKELEY
is a small city with a big reputation. At just ten square miles of land and seven square miles of water, Berkeley is famous around the globe as a center for academic achievement, scientific exploration, free speech, and the arts, and home to over 50 parks, a top-ranked university, and the largest public marina in the San Francisco Bay.
As an employer, the City of Berkeley offers all the benefits of a career in the public sector while fostering diversity, creativity, and innovation. Join a team of high-caliber, experienced staff with a shared mission of serving the Berkeley community and promoting an accessible, safe, healthy, environmentally-sound and culturally-rich city.
Benefited employees receive a myriad of financial and other , including CalPERS pension and other retirement plans, medical and dental coverage, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and more.
JOB OPPORTUNITY
All programs are now full and we are no longer accepting applications for Summer 2023.
One of the goals of the City of Berkeley's YouthWorks Employment Program is to provide a variety of employment/training/career exploration opportunities for participants ages between 14-25.
Program Objectives for YouthWorks:
As with any job opportunity, the submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance into the employment program.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must meet all of the following criteria in order to be considered for YouthWorks:
If applicant is under the age of 18: Proof of Residency documents MUST be in the name of the applicant's legally recognized guardian. The same guardian will be required to sign a residency affidavit for the application to be considered.
If applicant is age 18 or over: Proof of Residency documents MUST be in the name of the applicant and the applicant can sign the residency affidavit.
Acceptable Proof of Residency Documents
Utility bills:
Other acceptable documents:
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applicants must submit a completed application, resume, and responses to the supplemental questionnaire. Please note that while resumes are required, they 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.
After application has been reviewed and accepted, applicant will be asked to submit employment eligibility documents and proof of Berkeley residency.
The intent of this employment program is to offer professional experience to our participants and to prepare them for future job searches and endeavors. Therefore, the City welcomes youth with paid or unpaid work experience. Be sure to list all work experience including volunteer work, chores done around the home or miscellaneous jobs done in a neighborhood or with family. Also include internships, extracurricular assignments at school, church, and organizations.
Reasonable Accommodations: The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process must submit a request in writing to hr@berkeleyca.gov at the time of application.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT PROCESS
Candidates under final consideration for employment with the City will undergo an employment background/reference check that may include, but is not limited to: employment history, confirmation of educational credentials and degrees, licenses including driver's license, registrations, certificates, other credentials, credit check, criminal history check, and Live Scan fingerprinting.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) EMPLOYER
The City of Berkeley is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All employment actions shall be administered regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, physical or mental disability or medical condition, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, veterans' status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKER
All City employees are required to provide services as Disaster Service Workers in the event of an emergency/disaster.
Benefits are not offered for this classification.
01
Are you currently a Berkeley resident? Must be a Berkeley Resident
02
Please select your age:
03
How many times have you applied for the City of Berkeley YouthWorks program?
04
Have you been employed or are currently employed with YouthWorks? (If you have EVER received at least one paycheck from YouthWorks then your answer is yes. If you made it to the selection process but never received a check then you answer is no.)
05
Please check the selection that best describes your previous employment with YouthWorks. If unsure check unsure.
06
What is your current school grade level?
07
What is the name of the school you are currently attending (if any)?
08
If your school was not named in the above question or your answer indicated that you should elaborate in this question please type in either the name of your school or a brief explanation of your current school situation. If your school or circumstance was named in the previous question then type "N/A".
09
Regarding work availability, please indicate all the days you think you will be able to work. (Circumstances may change the days and times you are available. If that occurs you will be able to send YouthWorks an update.) If unsure or none apply, see next question.
10
Indicate here which days you CANNOT work (otherwise check N/A). (Circumstances may change the days and times you are available. If that occurs you will be able to send YouthWorks an update.)
11
Please indicate which timeframes may best match your work availability on the days you previously indicated. (Circumstances may change the days and times you are available. If that occurs you will be able to send YouthWorks an update.)
12
I acknowledge that the information asked in next few questions are mentioned to help INCLUDE NOT EXCLUDE applicants with varying backgrounds and circumstances. Being as forthright as possible is highly recommended. I also acknowledge that the collected data will assist City staff in assessing outreach efforts and to gather information on income levels of participants in the YouthWorks program. The information may also be used to justify future applications for funding from other sources other than the City of Berkeley and will NOT be used to determine eligibility for the YouthWorks program unless a specific funding source requires certain income levels for participation.
13
Check one or all that apply to you. If NONE apply select the last option "None Apply."
14
Are you currently or have you previously been under any supervisory programs through a school district, city, county or state law enforcement agency?Some examples are: School mandated actions such as SARB procedures (Student Attendance Review Board) and or daily, weekly monthly check ins with a school official(s).Probation, parole, home supervision, house arrest. Daily, weekly monthly in person check ins with a probation, parole officer and or court appointments. (also check yes if you are required to do so by mail or phone)Please be as forthright as possible. A "YES" answer does not eliminate you from consideration or placement. If answering yes, you will be asked to complete an additional form at a later date.
15
Please select the category that best describes you (check all that apply)
16
Please indicate if you/your family currently receive any of the following benefits (check all that apply). If you are NOT receiving any of the listed items click the last choice that begins with the words "Neither myself."
17
How many individuals reside in your household? (Including yourself)
18
Total combined annual income for your household. For this question, indicate the TOTAL ESTIMATED income that ALL adults in your household earn/receive yearly (please answer to the best of your knowledge/ability, and make sure to check with all adults in your household). Examples of income include: earned wages, unemployment, government assistance, etc. Your selection should indicate the total COMBINED income of all adults in your household.
Location : Berkeley, CA
Job Type: Temporary
Job Number: 2019-02-67180
Department: HHCS Health
Division: YouthWorks
Opening Date: 09/30/2020
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR BERKELEY
is a small city with a big reputation. At just ten square miles of land and seven square miles of water, Berkeley is famous around the globe as a center for academic achievement, scientific exploration, free speech, and the arts, and home to over 50 parks, a top-ranked university, and the largest public marina in the San Francisco Bay.
As an employer, the City of Berkeley offers all the benefits of a career in the public sector while fostering diversity, creativity, and innovation. Join a team of high-caliber, experienced staff with a shared mission of serving the Berkeley community and promoting an accessible, safe, healthy, environmentally-sound and culturally-rich city.
Benefited employees receive a myriad of financial and other , including CalPERS pension and other retirement plans, medical and dental coverage, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and more.
JOB OPPORTUNITY
All programs are now full and we are no longer accepting applications for Summer 2023.
One of the goals of the City of Berkeley's YouthWorks Employment Program is to provide a variety of employment/training/career exploration opportunities for participants ages between 14-25.
Program Objectives for YouthWorks:
- Offer part-time, temporary jobs
- Introduce youth to the world of work
- Provide opportunity for career exploration
- Allow youth to gain valuable work experience
- Expose participants to relevant trainings associated with professionalism and young adulthood
As with any job opportunity, the submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance into the employment program.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must meet all of the following criteria in order to be considered for YouthWorks:
- Must reside in Berkeley and provide one (1) valid Proof of Residency document
- Must submit a complete City of Berkeley Employment Application
- Must answer all required Supplemental Questions
- Must attach a resume to the application
- When requested, applicant must provide verification document(s) to complete the application process. Applicants who do not provide this documentation will not be selected to move forward.
If applicant is under the age of 18: Proof of Residency documents MUST be in the name of the applicant's legally recognized guardian. The same guardian will be required to sign a residency affidavit for the application to be considered.
If applicant is age 18 or over: Proof of Residency documents MUST be in the name of the applicant and the applicant can sign the residency affidavit.
Acceptable Proof of Residency Documents
Utility bills:
- PG&E Bill
- Solar Bill (Must indicate physical address of service)
- EBMUD Bill
- Garbage Bill
- Cable Bill (must indicate physical address of service)
Other acceptable documents:
- Parent/Guardian's Driver's License or California ID (must be current and match exact address on application and residency affidavit)
- Current Lease/Rental Agreement/Occupancy Agreement (must indicate beginning and end dates; must show applicant as a legally recognized occupant at the time of application)
- CurrentMortgage Agreement/Bill (must indicate date of payment or proof of ownership)
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applicants must submit a completed application, resume, and responses to the supplemental questionnaire. Please note that while resumes are required, they 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.
After application has been reviewed and accepted, applicant will be asked to submit employment eligibility documents and proof of Berkeley residency.
The intent of this employment program is to offer professional experience to our participants and to prepare them for future job searches and endeavors. Therefore, the City welcomes youth with paid or unpaid work experience. Be sure to list all work experience including volunteer work, chores done around the home or miscellaneous jobs done in a neighborhood or with family. Also include internships, extracurricular assignments at school, church, and organizations.
Reasonable Accommodations: The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process must submit a request in writing to hr@berkeleyca.gov at the time of application.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT PROCESS
Candidates under final consideration for employment with the City will undergo an employment background/reference check that may include, but is not limited to: employment history, confirmation of educational credentials and degrees, licenses including driver's license, registrations, certificates, other credentials, credit check, criminal history check, and Live Scan fingerprinting.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) EMPLOYER
The City of Berkeley is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All employment actions shall be administered regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, physical or mental disability or medical condition, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, veterans' status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKER
All City employees are required to provide services as Disaster Service Workers in the event of an emergency/disaster.
Benefits are not offered for this classification.
01
Are you currently a Berkeley resident? Must be a Berkeley Resident
- Yes
- No
02
Please select your age:
- 14 (on or before November 15, 2020)
- 15
- 16
- 17
- 18
- 19
- 20
- 21
- 22
- 23
- 24
- 25
03
How many times have you applied for the City of Berkeley YouthWorks program?
- 0) Never (this is my first time)
- 1) Once
- 2) Twice
- 3) Three or more times
04
Have you been employed or are currently employed with YouthWorks? (If you have EVER received at least one paycheck from YouthWorks then your answer is yes. If you made it to the selection process but never received a check then you answer is no.)
- Yes
- No
05
Please check the selection that best describes your previous employment with YouthWorks. If unsure check unsure.
- I have never been employed by YouthWorks
- Once
- Twice
- More than three times
- Unsure
06
What is your current school grade level?
- Grade 7
- Grade 8
- Grade 9
- Grade 10
- Grade 11
- Grade 12
- First-year College Student
- Second-year College Student
- Third-year College Student
- Fourth-year College Student
- First-year Graduate Student
- Second-year Graduate Student
- Third-year Graduate Student
- Fourth-year Graduate Student
- I am not currently enrolled in school, or none of the selections best fit my current school situation.
07
What is the name of the school you are currently attending (if any)?
- Berkeley High School
- Willard Middle School
- MLK JR. Middle School
- BUSD Independent Studies
- Any other school in Berkeley (please elaborate in the next question)
- Homeschooled (please elaborate in the next question)
- My school is not in Berkeley (please elaborate in the next question)
- None of these apply to me (please elaborate in the next question)
- currently in college (please elaborate in the next question)
- Not currently enrolled in school (please elaborate in the next question)
08
If your school was not named in the above question or your answer indicated that you should elaborate in this question please type in either the name of your school or a brief explanation of your current school situation. If your school or circumstance was named in the previous question then type "N/A".
09
Regarding work availability, please indicate all the days you think you will be able to work. (Circumstances may change the days and times you are available. If that occurs you will be able to send YouthWorks an update.) If unsure or none apply, see next question.
- Any day of the week (no weekends)
- Any day of the week including weekends (open)
- Weekends only
- Can only work on certain days (see next question)
10
Indicate here which days you CANNOT work (otherwise check N/A). (Circumstances may change the days and times you are available. If that occurs you will be able to send YouthWorks an update.)
- N/A
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
11
Please indicate which timeframes may best match your work availability on the days you previously indicated. (Circumstances may change the days and times you are available. If that occurs you will be able to send YouthWorks an update.)
- Open any time.
- Anywhere between 7 and 11 a.m. depending on my school schedule or other commitments.
- Anywhere between 11 a.m. - 330 p.m. depending on my school schedule or other commitments.
- Anywhere between 330 p.m.- 630 p.m. depending on my school schedule or other commitments.
- Anywhere between 630 p.m. - 830 p.m. depending on my school schedule or other commitments.
12
I acknowledge that the information asked in next few questions are mentioned to help INCLUDE NOT EXCLUDE applicants with varying backgrounds and circumstances. Being as forthright as possible is highly recommended. I also acknowledge that the collected data will assist City staff in assessing outreach efforts and to gather information on income levels of participants in the YouthWorks program. The information may also be used to justify future applications for funding from other sources other than the City of Berkeley and will NOT be used to determine eligibility for the YouthWorks program unless a specific funding source requires certain income levels for participation.
- Yes
- No
13
Check one or all that apply to you. If NONE apply select the last option "None Apply."
- You were formerly incarcerated (jailed/imprisoned)
- You are currently incarcerated
- A member of your family is/was incarcerated
- Struggle reading and writing
- Currently homeless/displaced or a runaway
- English Language learner
- High school drop-out
- College drop-out
- Have an IEP
- Current or former foster child
- Parenting
- Pregnant
- None apply
14
Are you currently or have you previously been under any supervisory programs through a school district, city, county or state law enforcement agency?Some examples are: School mandated actions such as SARB procedures (Student Attendance Review Board) and or daily, weekly monthly check ins with a school official(s).Probation, parole, home supervision, house arrest. Daily, weekly monthly in person check ins with a probation, parole officer and or court appointments. (also check yes if you are required to do so by mail or phone)Please be as forthright as possible. A "YES" answer does not eliminate you from consideration or placement. If answering yes, you will be asked to complete an additional form at a later date.
- Yes
- No
15
Please select the category that best describes you (check all that apply)
- White
- Hispanic or Latino
- Black or African American
- Asian
- American Indian or Alaskan Native
- Middle Eastern or North African
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- Other / multi-racial
- Choose not to answer
16
Please indicate if you/your family currently receive any of the following benefits (check all that apply). If you are NOT receiving any of the listed items click the last choice that begins with the words "Neither myself."
- SSI/SSDI
- Cal Fresh/SNAP
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- General Assistance
- TANF/Cal WORKS
- Neither myself or my family currently receive any of the benefits above.
17
How many individuals reside in your household? (Including yourself)
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6+
18
Total combined annual income for your household. For this question, indicate the TOTAL ESTIMATED income that ALL adults in your household earn/receive yearly (please answer to the best of your knowledge/ability, and make sure to check with all adults in your household). Examples of income include: earned wages, unemployment, government assistance, etc. Your selection should indicate the total COMBINED income of all adults in your household.
- 0) $0 - $30,000 <...
