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Monterey County Health Department Salinas, CA 93906 Chief Deputy Public Administrator/Guardian/Conservator Final Filing Date: Open Until Filled Exam #: 19/14N06/08RU The Public Administrator/Public Guardian/Conservator Division has an opening for a Chief Deputy Public Administrator/ Public Guardian/Conservator (Operations Manager) to plan, organize, supervise, review, and evaluate the work of Deputy Public Guardian/Conservators and other professional and clerical staff assigned to the Division. The Chief Deputy PA/PG/PC reviews and approves all court accountings under probate law; reviews redeterminations for conservatorship under mental health court; attends court proceedings as determined necessary in consult with County Counsel; reviews and approves all referrals for serving as administrator, guardian, conservator, and representative payee; makes determination on whether to accept or deny referral in consult with the County PA/PG/PC as necessary; assigns referral to office deputies in accordance with policies and procedures. The Chief Deputy PA/PG/PC represents the Monterey County's Public Administrator/Public Guardian/Conservator Division and collaborates with the public, social service and health care agencies, and other County departments.     The Public Administrator/Public Guardian/Conservator Division ensures the physical and financial safety of County residents who are unable to do so on their own or unwilling to accept treatment or are deceased; conducts the official County investigation into conservatorship matters, and acts as the legally appointed Guardian, Administrator or Conservator for persons and/or estates who meet the legal criteria.   A list of eligible candidates resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future full-time or temporary vacancies as they arise.     Examples of Duties THE IDEAL CANDIDATE Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Knowledge of: • Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations related to Laterman Petris Short Conservatorships, Probate Conservatorships of estate and/or person, and Public Administration of estates. • Basic principles and practices of public conservatorship, guardianship, and administration. • Basic understanding of governmental accounting and budget development and monitoring principles. • Electronic data systems/case management software products and basic computer systems and applications used by county department (i.e. Office 365). • Principles and practices of program development, management, and evaluation. • Methods and principles in effective staff selection, management, development, training and supervision. • Principles and practices of effective public/community and customer relations; effective written and oral expression. • Effective methods of program documentation, inventory, and record keeping. Skill and abilities to: • Plan, organize, direct, and evaluate the work of the Public Guardian office staff and functions in accordance with Welfare Institutions Code, Probate, and other applicable State laws and regulations. • Develop policies and procedures in the areas of Guardianship, Conservatorship, LPS and Estate Administration and revise as necessary with changes in local and State laws and regulations. • Interpret and appropriately apply County, agency, and departmental policies, procedures and rules. • Establish and coordinate conservatorship/decedent case management efforts with other public and/or non-profit agencies and effectively interact with other professionals (doctors, lawyers, Court Investigators, social workers, realtors and contractors). • Manage a conservatee/decedent caseload in an efficient and sensitive manner; organize and prioritize estate/case management tasks and assignments. • Communicate professionally and effectively; prepare clear, concise, written communications and comprehensive court reports. • Maintain complete and accurate case dictation and trust/estate case records. • Communicate effectively with individuals in emotional distress and with clients who lack the mental capacity to manage their person or estates. • Provide accurate and effective testimony in court on specific assigned cases, as required. Characteristics of Ideal Candidate:  • Demonstrate the effective use of management and supervisory techniques in the decision and oversight process. • Ability to demonstrate diplomacy by approaching others about sensitive issues in a professional manner. • Integrity and social responsibility, ensuring all conservatees receive the most appropriate level and highest quality of care. • Excellent oral and written communication skills, with demonstrated ability to prepare written reports and records in a clear, concise manner. • Outstanding analytical skills, with demonstrated ability to think logically and arrive at sound conclusions. • Exceptional organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize and complete multiple time sensitive tasks. Examples of Experience/Education/Training Any combination of training, education and/or experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities and required conditions of employment listed above is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is:   Education:   A Bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration, or a related filed.   AND   Experience: Four (4) years relevant experience involving probate of estates, legal guardianship, conservatorship, and estate management, or other related experience.   Additional Information Condition of Employment:  As a condition of employment, the incumbent will be required to: • Possess and maintain a valid California Driver's license or the ability to provide alternative transportation that is approved by the appointing authority. • Be available to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, holidays and during times of disaster or emergency. • Successfully pass an extensive background investigation to the satisfaction of the Appointing Authority with the ability to be bonded. The Health Department will conduct thorough background and reference checks which include a Department of Justice fingerprint check. The Applicant will be required to execute a consent and waiver for the background investigation.   For a complete job description please visit https://www2.co.monterey.ca.us/pages/hr/class-specs/14N06.pdf (Download PDF reader)   APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCEDURES TO APPLY: Submit the following to the Monterey County Health Department, Human Resources Division, 1270 Natividad Road, Salinas, CA   93906 by the final filing date: Open Until Filled; Priority Screening: September 8, 2019: • Monterey County Employment Application form • Resume • Responses to the Supplemental Questions   Or apply on-line at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/montereycounty/jobs/2476584/chief-deputy-public-administrator-guardian-conservator?page=1&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs   All application materials must be received by the priority screening date for a guaranteed review. Applications received after this date will be considered on a needed basis until the position is filled. Please be aware if the application form, responses to supplemental questions, and resume is not submitted by the priority screening date, the application will be removed from further consideration and not be considered further.   The selection process is tentative, and applicants will be notified if changes are made.   Resumes may be submitted but will not be accepted in lieu of required application materials.   Application materials will be competitively evaluated.   Those applicants who are determined to be most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the process. To further assess applicant's possession of required qualifications, this examination may include an oral examination, pre-exam exercise, performance exercise, performance exam, and/or written examination.   For more information or to receive application materials, contact the Health Department Human Resources Division at 831-755-4394.   SPECIAL NOTE: • If you believe you possess a disability that would require test accommodations, please call the Health Department Human Resources Office at 831-755-4394. • Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the United States. • If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your salary will be hourly, and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed below.    COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:  Chief Deputy Public Administrator/ Public Guardian/Conservator is in the Operations Manager classification, which is broadbanded. Salary is dependent upon qualifications. The County offers an excellent benefits package (X Bargaining Unit) The County of Monterey offers a premium benefit package. A summary of benefits for this position can be viewed on the County website. This information is intended to provide you with a general summary of benefits available and is not legally binding. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies & Practices Resolution or "X" MOU prevails over this listing.

APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ON THE MONTEREY COUNTY HUMAN RESOURCES WEBSITE TO BE CONSIDERED. FINAL FILING DATE:  Continuous                                                                              Exam 19/80I10/04LA PRIORITY SCREENING DATE: Friday, May 3, 2019.  Applications received after May 3rd, will be screened on a monthly basis. The Sheriff 's Office is comprised of the Administration, Corrections and Enforcement Operation Bureaus.  The Sheriff’s Office delivers public safety to the residents of Monterey County by providing 24-hour uniformed patrol, investigations, custody services, court security, and law enforcement support. This position works the control towers in the Corrections Operation Bureau. This non-safety position performs work assignments involving the safety and security of inmates through the use and operations of custody-based equipment and has no direct inmate contact. The ideal candidate will have the ability to act calmly and make rational decisions while working in a noisy, fast-paced jail environment and able to communicate effectively. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to get along with others and be a team player.  The Eligible List established by this recruitment process will be used to fill current and future vacancies as they arise.   THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE Will demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and abilities: Working knowledge of: Custody Operations procedures; Legal terminology to understand court documents effecting inmate status; Basic record keeping and accounting methods and processes; Department policies, procedures and directives; English language including reading, writing, spelling and grammar; Effective methods of communication including interpersonal communication and the use of tact and discretion with inmates; Computer software programs such as Microsoft Word and TracNet.  Some knowledge of: Proper and safe operation of a wide variety of jail facility and security and safety devices inside control centers controlling the movement of inmates.   Skill and Ability to: Understand and follow operational procedures, written and oral instructions of a technical nature; comprehend and process new information quickly and accurately; retain relevant information; Safely operate a wide variety of jail facility security and safety devices inside control centers; Use computer systems to respond to inquiries regarding status of inmates; Remain calm and effectively communicate under adverse conditions; perform required duties in an intimidating environment where some potential for physical danger is present; Respond tactfully, discreetly and effectively to inmates, the public, co-workers and others contacted through the course of work; Use a variety of office equipment including computer terminals, telephones, intercom system, telecopiers or printers; Enter data to accurately and retrieve information from a computer system; and complete a variety of jail and court forms; Locate, read, understand and apply departmental policies and procedures; Ability to adopt and project the desired philosophy and code of conduct of the Monterey County Sheriff’s Office.   EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Operates a wide variety of jail facility security and safety devices inside control centers. Directly operates devices inside control centers controlling the movement of inmates and in such capacity, is directly responsible for the safety and security of inmates and members of the Corrections Operation Bureau staff. Assists staff with visitation using speakers and operating cell/housing doors. Verifies identity of persons entering and leaving the Corrections Facility.   ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Conditions of employment include, but are not limited to: Successfully pass and complete a thorough background/suitability process, which includes a polygraph examination or voice stress analysis, psychological and medical examinations; Work effectively and remain calm and organized while performing duties in a noisy, enclosed jail environment, exposure to smells associated with a jail environment, as well as exposure to anti-social inmate behavior; Walk to and from control centers, breakroom and restroom using walkways in sections of the Corrections Operations Bureau also used by escorted and unescorted inmates; Attend and perform duties on a regular, reliable and consistent basis; Work flexible hours, shifts, weekends and holidays and be subject to holdover and callback duty; Wear a uniform; Provide a telephone number or means by which employee can be reached. The physical and sensory requirements for this classification include, but are not limited to: Ability to see well enough to verify the identity of individuals entering and leaving the facility; Ability to speak loudly, clearly and effectively; and listen carefully to communicate face-to-face and on the radio to provide and gather information while working in a noisy, enclosed room that has multiple distractions; Ability to sit for long periods of time in a control tower; Ability to function in a fast-paced environment.

MUST APPLY ON THE MONTEREY COUNTY HUMAN RESOURCES WEBSITE The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office seeks Deputy Sheriffs to work in the Corrections and Enforcement Operations Bureaus. Deputy Sheriffs assigned to Corrections Operations are responsible for the security, custody, transport and supervision of inmates and may serve as a Court Bailiff. Deputy Sheriffs assigned to Enforcement Operations patrol unincorporated areas, enforce state and local laws, perform crime prevention and detection, conduct investigations and perform community policing activities. WRITTEN TEST DATE/WAIVER:   Picture identification required to participate.  A sample written exam is available on the P.O.S.T. website at: http://lib.post.ca.gov/publications/poWrittenPracticeTest.pdf   Applicants who have graduated from an approved CA P.O.S.T Police Academy or applicants who have previously taken the P.O.S.T. written exam within one year with a T-Score of 42 or above are not required to retake the written exam.  A copy of the certificate must be included with the application.  PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST/WAIVER:   The physical agility may be waived for those applicants who have previously taken and passed the South Bay Regional physical agility test within one year. A copy of the certificate must be included with the application materials.  RECRUITS: Are “at-will” employees. Recruits are sworn in as Deputy Sheriffs upon graduation from the P.O.S.T. Academy.  Failure to graduate or to meet the Sheriff’s Office standards is cause for release from this position. DEPUTY SHERIFF: Possession of a valid Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate or an academy graduate required to be hired as a Deputy Sheriff. DUTIES: Receive and process arrested persons, conduct inmate counts, search for contraband, and conduct searches. Responsible for the custody, care, security, supervision, classification and transportation of inmates, and provide Court Security. Patrol unincorporated areas, prevent, detect and investigate crimes. Prepare written reports, maintain various agency records, collect evidence and testify in court. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Conditions of employment include, but are not limited to: Working Conditions: Corrections Operations: Work effectively in an enclosed jail environment with potentially hostile individuals.  Enforcement Operations: Work effectively in remote areas and community settings, with minimum supervision in potentially dangerous conditions. Minimum Qualifications: Must meet the California Government Codes 1029 and 1031 requirements; Sheriff’s Office Standards; Minimum requirements as indicated on the Supplemental Questions; and a Class C Driver’s License issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicle.  Computer and typing skills highly desired. Required Conditions of Employment: Work flexible hours, shifts, weekends and holidays. Wear a uniform and maintain the standards established by P.O.S.T., S.T.C. (Standards and Training for Corrections) and the Sheriff’s Office. Background Review:   Applicants must successfully pass the background/suitability process which includes a polygraph examination or voice stress analysis. Upon receiving a conditional job offer, a psychological examination and medical examination will be completed. Some positions in this classification are covered by the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991 and shall be subject to drug/alcohol testing as required by law. 

FINAL FILING DATE:  Continuous.                                                                             Exam 19/80I16/01LA PRIORITY SCREENING DATE: Friday, February 15, 2019.  Applications received after February 15th, will be screened on a monthly basis. The Sheriff 's Office is comprised of the Administration, Corrections and Enforcement Operation Bureaus.  The Sheriff’s Office delivers public safety to the residents of Monterey County by providing 24-hour uniformed patrol, investigations, custody services, court security, and law enforcement support. The Sheriff’s Records Specialist work s in the Records Division of the Administration Operations Bureau. This non-safety position works within a 24-hour, 7-day weekly schedule and independently performs complex specialized law enforcement records work requiring a working knowledge and application of law enforcement codes, vocabulary and procedures.  Candidates will be considered at both the Sheriff’s Records Specialist I and II levels. Candidates appointed to the Sheriff’s Records Specialist I level may be promoted to the Sheriff’s Records Specialist II level subject to meeting the employment standards for the higher job class and receiving a recommendation for promotion by the appointing authority. The Sheriff’s Records Specialist I and II levels have the upward mobility to compete for future positions such as: Sr. Sheriff’s Records Specialist and Sheriff’s Records Supervisor. The Eligible List established by this recruitment process will be used to fill current and future vacancies as they arise. The ideal candidate will have strong customer service skills and able to communicate effectively. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to read and process various legal documents and will also get along with others and be a team player.                                                      THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE Will demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and abilities: Sheriff’s Records Specialist I: Working knowledge of: Basic functions and activities of a law enforcement agency; Basic record keeping and accounting methods and procedures; Computer operating systems; Correct English usage, grammar, and rules of punctuation and spelling; Multiple automated and manual criminal justice systems and subsystems; departmental operations, procedures, and regulations; and criminal justice systems; Codes, ordinances, and legal procedures for coding, processing, and disseminating criminal history and incident information; Criminal justice procedures, functions and relationships of the criminal justice system, court, and law enforcement agencies; Variety of professional code languages used in law enforcement; Penal, Vehicle, Civil, Health and Safety, Welfare and Institutions, Municipal and other statutory codes and authorities; Standard and legal requirements on confidentiality and privacy. Skill and Ability to: Access automated criminal justice information systems to enter, modify, and retrieve data into local, state, and national computer systems; Work in a law enforcement environment; Develop a working knowledge of departmental operations, procedures, and regulations; Understand, interpret, and apply departmental policies, procedures, rules, laws, regulations, ordinances, functions, and processes applicable to the management of local, State and national law enforcement records; Perform a variety of detailed clerical work accurately that involves independent judgment with minimal supervision; and make decisions in procedural matters without immediate supervision; Handle stressful situations with the public and cope with a variety of individuals who may be hostile, aggressive, irate, uncooperative, and/or emotionally disturbed; Maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; Communicate effectively orally and in writing, including skill to prepare reports; Demonstrate keyboard/typing skill at a net speed of 45 words per minute. Sheriff’s Records Specialist II: Thorough Knowledge of: Basic functions and activities of a law enforcement agency; Basic record keeping and accounting methods and procedures; Computer operating systems; Correct English usage, grammar, and rules of punctuation and spelling. Skill and Ability to: In addition to the above: Assume responsibility for a major clerical function to include the resolution of problems; Input, update, retrieve, store, purge information, and release data; identify vital information quickly and accurately, utilizing multiple automated and manual law enforcement data and filing systems; Enter, modify, and retrieve data into local, state, and national computers, and build a database, which establishes a criminal record; Read and process various legal documents such as court orders, booking documents, arrest records, incident records, files, and cases to identify information; Use discretion and sound judgment in the handling of restricted or sensitive and confidential information ensuring the security and confidentiality of restricted information; Assist in training as needed; give direction and guidance on specific assignments; and review and correct errors of others; and may testify in court. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Maintains confidential criminal records related to law enforcement activity; and operates, accesses, and queries multiple automated and manual criminal justice information systems and subsystems. Performs warrant, subpoena, restraining order, criminal and traffic citation, felony and misdemeanor warrant, CLETS, NCIC and other criminal records processes. Relays information by telephone or radio, on individuals and vehicles, to law enforcement officers in the field. Reviews court and legal documents to verify that information is in accordance with applicable regulations, laws, and procedures. EXAMPLES OF EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/TRAINING: Examples of ways to acquire the required knowledge and skills are: Sheriff’s Records Specialist I: Two years of progressively responsible clerical experience of which one year was performing duties equivalent to the Monterey County class of Office Assistant III, in a position which provided exposure to heavy public contact, clerical processes and legal terminology; and completion of Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) Basic Records Class. Sheriff’s Records Specialist II: Two years of progressively responsible clerical experience of which one year was performing duties equivalent to the Monterey County class of Sheriff’s Records Specialist I; and completion of Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) Basic Records Class. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Conditions of employment include, but are not limited to: Required Conditions of Employment: Work flexible hours, shifts, weekends and holidays and be subject to holdover and callback duty; Provide a telephone number or means by which employee can be reached. Background Review:   Must successfully pass a thorough background process which includes a polygraph examination or voice stress analysis. Visit the Monterey County website to view the complete job description: http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/government/departments-a-h/human-resources/human-resources/class-specifications Benefits: Monterey County offers an excellent benefits package.  To view the “J“ Unit Benefit Summary please visit our website.  This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract.  The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) prevail over this listing. Notes: Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the U.S.  If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your rate of pay will be hourly and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary.  Application and Selection Procedures Apply On-Line at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/montereycounty Applications may also be obtained from and submitted to: Monterey County Sheriff’s Office Attn:  Human Resources 1414 Natividad Road Salinas, CA  93906 Phone: (831) 755-3744 or (831) 755-3702          Fax: (831) 755-3828 The selection process is tentative and applicants will be notified if changes are made. The competitive selection process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application packet will include: A completed County of Monterey employment application Response to the supplemental questions For a guaranteed review, all required materials must be received by Friday, February 15, 2019.  Applications received after February 15th will be screened on a monthly basis.  Applicants who fail to provide all required materials will not be considered.  Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials.  All required application materials will be competitively evaluated.  Those applicants that are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process.  To assess applicants’ possession of required qualifications, the process may include an oral examination, pre-exam exercises, performance exam, and/or written examination.   Equal Opportunity Monterey County is a drug free work place and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. Monterey County provides reasonable accommodations for the disabled. If you believe you possess a disability that would require test accommodation, please call the Human Resources Analyst at (831) 755-3744.