Salary : $58,489.60 – $71,094.40 Annually
Location : Tehama County, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2023-P0630
Department: Social Services
Opening Date: 05/26/2023
Closing Date: 6/5/2023 5:00 PM Pacific
Description
This is a State Merit System Services (MSS) classification. Please go to
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Nature of work:
The primary function of an Employment & Training Worker Supervisor is to plan, organize and supervise the work of a unit of employees engaged in the administration of multiple employment service programs.
Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate for this position will have the necessary skills to supervise, lead, train and direct staff; have a strong emphasis on continuous quality improvement; strong work ethic and ability to prioritize assigned work tasks and follow through in a timely manner; excellent listening and strong written and verbal communication skills; exceptional customer service skills and initiative; solution based problem solving skills; experience in maintaining cooperative relations and communications with customers, management, and staff; be able to effectively work with community partners, and be knowledgeable of community resources; ability to maintain a high standard of professionalism; proficiency in Microsoft Office as well as basic knowledge of software and database programs.
Examples of Duties
- Selecting, training, directing, evaluating and addressing performance and personnel problems.
- Meeting regularly with staff to offer support and guidance.
- Providing for the ongoing training and development of staff.
- Providing consultation to staff on cases to develop effective case plans.
- Analyzing and evaluating issues and proposals, developing recommendations and overseeing the implementation of solutions.
- Using an automated system for caseload monitoring activities.
- Representing the department at meetings, conferences, or community meetings and providing information and reports and participating in planning and outreach.
- Leading policy and program development workgroups.
- Assisting in evaluation of procedures and recommending methods for improvement of operations.
- Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations, policies and procedures that govern program operations.
- Receiving complaints from the community and resolving or recommending disposition of them.
Controversial Issues:
As an Employment & Training Worker Supervisor you may be required to take actions that conflict with your own values regarding client services, program development and agency operations. An Employment & Training Worker Supervisor must be able to accept individuals’ differences and interact with them in a non-judgmental manner.
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Education, Experience & Licenses
Pattern 1: Two (2) years of full-time experience as an Eligibility Supervisor or Social Worker Supervisor I;
OR
Pattern 2: One (1) year of full-time experience as an Employment & Training Worker III AND successful completion of 15 semester (22.5 quarter) college units in career planning, vocational guidance principles, personality development, occupational testing and measurement, or counseling preparation;
OR
Pattern 3: Eighteen (18) months of fulltime experience as an Employment & Training Worker III;
OR
Pattern 4: Thirty (30) months of full-time experience as an Employment & Training Worker II AND successful completion of 15 semester (22.5 quarter) college units in career planning, vocational guidance principles, personality development, occupational testing and measurement, or counseling preparation;
OR
Pattern 5: Three years of full-time experience as an Employment & Training Worker II.
OR
Three years of full-time professional casework experience performing publicly funded vocational guidance services, employment counseling or placement services, including one year of lead or supervisory experience or training in a social services program AND completion of 15 semester (22.5 quarter) college units in career planning, vocational guidance principles, personality development, occupational testing and measurement, or counseling preparation.
In addition to the education and experience requirements specified in the Merit Systems/Cooperative Personnel Services classification specification, Tehama County requires:
- Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.
License & Special Requirements:
- Requires a valid California driver’s license.
Recruitment Information
HOW TO APPLY: This recruitment closes on June 5th, 2023. To apply please submit your application through Merit System Services: . You must click on the link, search for this job between the opening and closing dates, and submit your application. This job will only be posted between the opening and closing dates on the flyer. After filing your application you will be notified by Merit System Services as to whether or not your application met the minimum qualifications. Following the closing date those that met minimum qualifications will be contacted by the County for the next steps in the recruitment process. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to test and interview.
For questions about this recruitment contact:
Matt Franssen I I 530-528-4931
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of background, fingerprinting, drug test (including marijuana) and physical examination provided by the County.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER / AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANT / VETERANS’ PREFERENCE POLICY / DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE
NOTE: THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEES.
This position is represented by the Local 39 bargaining unit.
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Describe your background working in Employment and Training or Social Service programs?
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What do you believe is the most difficult issue low-income families are facing that prevents them from attaining employment?
03
Describe your experience and accomplishments working with community groups, service organizations, and other county partners.
Required Question