Multnomah County Dept. of Community Justice
Portland, Oregon
Are you a team player who wants to be the heart of an organization that positively contributes to the community and is recognized as a national leader in both adult and juvenile community justice?
Do you excel at customer service and enjoy providing clerical and administrative support?
Are you a dependable administrative professional skilled in effective multitasking?
Are you looking for meaningful work that has personal and professional purpose?
If you said “yes’ to these questions, we’d like you to join our team as an Office Assistant 2 with the Department of Community Justice Adult Services Division!
As an Office Assistant 2, the customer service and administrative support you provide will be critical to the success of encouraging positive behaviors to reduce the recurrence of crime. You are the first point of contact for clients and guests. You may have contact with individuals with mental health crises, who are on parole, probation, or post-prison supervision, crime victims, law enforcement agencies, and the general public.
We expect to fill multiple roles in various locations throughout the Portland metropolitan area. You may be required to travel to other DCJ’s offices for coverage with short notice. Here's where our current vacancies are located:
Mead Building @ 421 SW 5th Ave, Portland, OR 97204
DCJ East Campus @ 1245 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR 97233
Justice Center @ 1120 SW 3rd Ave, Portland, OR 97204
The Department of Community Justice is looking for Administrative Professionals who can demonstrate expertise in the following areas:
Reception
Excellent Communication Skills
Customer-focused
Teamwork
Prioritization and Multitasking
Data Entry
Data Searches
Active and Engaged Listening
Reliability and flexibility
Workforce Equity: At Multnomah County we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY JUSTICE:
Vision ~ Community Safety through Positive Change
The Department of Community Justice (DCJ) is recognized as a national leader in both adult and juvenile community justice. DCJ routinely consults and makes use of evidence-based practices in our program and policy development. The Department's commitment to data-informed decision-making has led DCJ to make smart investments of taxpayer dollars in supervision, sanctions, and services for the county's highest risk and highest need justice-involved individuals. DCJ makes long-term investments in its employees through the provision of education and training. The Department believes that in order to enhance public safety we must work collaboratively with the judiciary, law enforcement, schools, treatment agencies, and the community.
More general information about the Department of Community Justice including our mission, vision, and strategies can be found at: www.multco.us/dcj .
The Department of Community Justice's Strategic Plan (Executive Summary and Full report) can be found at: https://multco.us/file/68223/download .
TO QUALIFY:
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade; AND
Two years of general office support or customer service experience dealing directly with the public;
Must pass a thorough background investigation which includes, but is not limited to a review of applicant’s criminal, civil, driving, military, educational and employment history prior to employment.
Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.
2 or more years of administrative, clerical, or customer service experience in a criminal justice agency;
Experience giving instructions, answering questions, and talking with clients and the general public under difficult and stressful conditions;
Flexibility and the ability to work cooperatively with diverse work groups;
Experience navigating multiple systems, including Microsoft Office (i.e., Outlook, Word, and Excel) and/or Google Workspace (i.e., Docs, Sheets, and Forms);
2 or more years experience performing data entry (Law Enforcement Databases preferred) and preparing written materials in a timely manner and free of errors;
Ability to interpret, communicate, and apply policies and procedures.
*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position . Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position .
SCREENING AND EVALUATION:
The Application Packet:
Please be sure to provide the materials below in your application submission:
Online application: Explain all related experience (paid or unpaid) and training in the education and work experience sections of the application.
Attached Resume (optional): Please be sure your resume includes the following for each experience (paid or unpaid): name of employer, location, dates of employment, your title, and a brief summary of your responsibilities.
Cover Letter (optional): Please explain why you are applying for this position and describe your experience in a public safety setting or in a human services setting.
The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page . We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:
Initial review of minimum qualifications
A phone screen, oral exam, written exam, or an application review may be used to identify the most qualified candidates
Consideration of top candidates/Interviews
Background Investigation/Fingerprinting
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Type of Position: This represented position is eligible for overtime and represented by Local 88 AFSCME AFL-CIO union.
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week
Location: This position is designated as onsite and not eligible for telework. We have openings at the following locations:
Mead Building @ 421 SW 5th Ave, Portland, OR 97204
DCJ East Campus @ 1245 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR 97233
Justice Center @ 1120 SW 3rd Ave, Portland, OR 97204
Multnomah County offers a comprehensive benefit package to all eligible employees. A few highlights include:
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, Moda or Kaiser Permanente).
Qualify for a defined benefit pension after five years of vesting; we pick up the employee's share of the retirement contribution (6% of subject wages).
Generous paid leave (vacation, sick, parental, bereavement, military, etc.)
Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance
Robust EAP and wellness programs , including gym discounts and wellness education classes
Access to a free annual TriMet HOP pass
Serving the Public, Even During Disasters
Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill future regular, temporary, on-call, or limited duration status positions.
Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
Mar 01, 2024
Full time
Are you a team player who wants to be the heart of an organization that positively contributes to the community and is recognized as a national leader in both adult and juvenile community justice?
Do you excel at customer service and enjoy providing clerical and administrative support?
Are you a dependable administrative professional skilled in effective multitasking?
Are you looking for meaningful work that has personal and professional purpose?
If you said “yes’ to these questions, we’d like you to join our team as an Office Assistant 2 with the Department of Community Justice Adult Services Division!
As an Office Assistant 2, the customer service and administrative support you provide will be critical to the success of encouraging positive behaviors to reduce the recurrence of crime. You are the first point of contact for clients and guests. You may have contact with individuals with mental health crises, who are on parole, probation, or post-prison supervision, crime victims, law enforcement agencies, and the general public.
We expect to fill multiple roles in various locations throughout the Portland metropolitan area. You may be required to travel to other DCJ’s offices for coverage with short notice. Here's where our current vacancies are located:
Mead Building @ 421 SW 5th Ave, Portland, OR 97204
DCJ East Campus @ 1245 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR 97233
Justice Center @ 1120 SW 3rd Ave, Portland, OR 97204
The Department of Community Justice is looking for Administrative Professionals who can demonstrate expertise in the following areas:
Reception
Excellent Communication Skills
Customer-focused
Teamwork
Prioritization and Multitasking
Data Entry
Data Searches
Active and Engaged Listening
Reliability and flexibility
Workforce Equity: At Multnomah County we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY JUSTICE:
Vision ~ Community Safety through Positive Change
The Department of Community Justice (DCJ) is recognized as a national leader in both adult and juvenile community justice. DCJ routinely consults and makes use of evidence-based practices in our program and policy development. The Department's commitment to data-informed decision-making has led DCJ to make smart investments of taxpayer dollars in supervision, sanctions, and services for the county's highest risk and highest need justice-involved individuals. DCJ makes long-term investments in its employees through the provision of education and training. The Department believes that in order to enhance public safety we must work collaboratively with the judiciary, law enforcement, schools, treatment agencies, and the community.
More general information about the Department of Community Justice including our mission, vision, and strategies can be found at: www.multco.us/dcj .
The Department of Community Justice's Strategic Plan (Executive Summary and Full report) can be found at: https://multco.us/file/68223/download .
TO QUALIFY:
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade; AND
Two years of general office support or customer service experience dealing directly with the public;
Must pass a thorough background investigation which includes, but is not limited to a review of applicant’s criminal, civil, driving, military, educational and employment history prior to employment.
Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.
2 or more years of administrative, clerical, or customer service experience in a criminal justice agency;
Experience giving instructions, answering questions, and talking with clients and the general public under difficult and stressful conditions;
Flexibility and the ability to work cooperatively with diverse work groups;
Experience navigating multiple systems, including Microsoft Office (i.e., Outlook, Word, and Excel) and/or Google Workspace (i.e., Docs, Sheets, and Forms);
2 or more years experience performing data entry (Law Enforcement Databases preferred) and preparing written materials in a timely manner and free of errors;
Ability to interpret, communicate, and apply policies and procedures.
*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position . Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position .
SCREENING AND EVALUATION:
The Application Packet:
Please be sure to provide the materials below in your application submission:
Online application: Explain all related experience (paid or unpaid) and training in the education and work experience sections of the application.
Attached Resume (optional): Please be sure your resume includes the following for each experience (paid or unpaid): name of employer, location, dates of employment, your title, and a brief summary of your responsibilities.
Cover Letter (optional): Please explain why you are applying for this position and describe your experience in a public safety setting or in a human services setting.
The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page . We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:
Initial review of minimum qualifications
A phone screen, oral exam, written exam, or an application review may be used to identify the most qualified candidates
Consideration of top candidates/Interviews
Background Investigation/Fingerprinting
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Type of Position: This represented position is eligible for overtime and represented by Local 88 AFSCME AFL-CIO union.
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week
Location: This position is designated as onsite and not eligible for telework. We have openings at the following locations:
Mead Building @ 421 SW 5th Ave, Portland, OR 97204
DCJ East Campus @ 1245 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR 97233
Justice Center @ 1120 SW 3rd Ave, Portland, OR 97204
Multnomah County offers a comprehensive benefit package to all eligible employees. A few highlights include:
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, Moda or Kaiser Permanente).
Qualify for a defined benefit pension after five years of vesting; we pick up the employee's share of the retirement contribution (6% of subject wages).
Generous paid leave (vacation, sick, parental, bereavement, military, etc.)
Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance
Robust EAP and wellness programs , including gym discounts and wellness education classes
Access to a free annual TriMet HOP pass
Serving the Public, Even During Disasters
Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill future regular, temporary, on-call, or limited duration status positions.
Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
Clark College’s Social Science and Fine Arts (SOFA) unit is currently accepting applications for a full-time, permanent classified Administrative Assistant 3.
This position provides administrative and general office support to students and faculty in the Social Sciences Division, Behavioral Sciences Division, the Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Services program, and the Bachelor of Applied Science in Teacher Education program ensuring consistent division, program, and unit-wide operations. The Administrative Assistant 3 serves as a point of contact and resource to faculty, students, staff, and the community with information on the departments and programs within the Social and Behavioral Sciences divisions. This position reports directly to the SOFA Unit Operations Manager. This position has an opportunity for a hybrid schedule with the option of a combination of two days worked from home and three days worked in the office; working hours are Monday-Friday from 8 am - 5 pm.
At Clark, we value equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to growing, learning, and supporting our employees.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:
In support of the SOFA unit act as liaison between the following college departments; Facilities, Bookstore, Security, Business Services, Environmental Health and Safety, ComMark, Human Resources, Information Technology, Library, Teaching and Learning Center, eLearning, Tutoring Services, Office of Instruction, Academic Services, Office of Diversity and Equity, and Student Affairs including Enrollment Services, Registration, Financial Aid, Advising, Entry Services, Workforce Education, Veterans Resource Center, DSS, and Counseling Health Center.
Evaluate costs and/or purchases for equipment, supplies, faculty development, travel, and estimate needs for supplies, equipment, and projects.
Maintain, monitor, reconcile and initiate corrections for the department budgets as well as any specified dedicated fee and foundation accounts, assign appropriate budget accounts, initiate transfers as appropriate.
Assist division chair(s) with orientation and training of new faculty, work with new adjunct faculty to setup email, voicemail, keys, copier set-up, computer requirements and other necessary paperwork.
Initiate bookstore orders, purchase requests, Foundation check requests, invoice vouchers, work order requests, key requests, personnel action forms, special assignment agreements, travel requests and travel expense vouchers using electronic and manual processes; assist faculty with travel and purchasing procedures.
Manage division, department, and program email distribution lists; update as needed including OU Campus web support for division, department, and program sites, maintain and upload reports to individual website for Behavioral Sciences and Social Sciences Divisions
Calendar management, schedule and arrange meetings, coordinate travel including identifying registration costs, meals, transportation, mileage, hotel, per diem as well as any other miscellaneous cost related to travel.
Facilitate orientation and training of new faculty, assist as needed regarding class schedule planning, maintain accurate student files for program applications and selected students, and provide support to students selected into the program.
Serve as administrator of the SOFA EvaluationKIT process, build quarterly project for student evaluations of unit faculty, compile and input data, monitor response rates, download reports upon project completion, and distribute report summaries in accordance with established schedule and Save results per established unit procedures and forward on to division chair as appropriate maintaining confidentiality.
Prepare and process documents and ctcLink requests such as purchasing, requisitions, travel requests expense vouchers, and faculty leave forms.
Provide office reception, respond to inquiries, and make referrals; furnish clear and accurate information on college policies and procedures.
Provide support for the College’s Honor’s Program. Coordinate with unit Dean to update honors spreadsheet, create Change of Registration forms, fill out PAFs for stipends, etc.
Perform related duties as required.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES:
Candidates will be evaluated based on application materials, including the supplemental questions and personal interview(s), and will be required to demonstrate competencies in the following areas:
High School diploma or equivalent.
Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience in office/clerical, secretarial or general administrative work.
Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint.
Provide service that consistently meets or exceeds the needs of students, colleagues, and the community. Build and maintain internal and external customer satisfaction with the services offered by the college.
Effectively build and maintain strong relationships with a variety of diverse people and use intelligence, common sense, and tenacity to solve difficult or complicated challenges.
JOB READINESS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
Ability to work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds.
Ability to produce accurate and timely work with minimal supervision.
Ability to identify issues and offer alternative solutions; inform supervisor of problems.
The initial appointment will include a 6-month probationary period and the employee will earn permanent status after successfully completing probation.
This position is represented by Washington Public Employees Association.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
WHAT WE OFFER:
A healthy work/life balance for our employees with the opportunity for flexible work schedules and remote work depending on position and college needs.
McClaskey Culinary Institute offers fast, fresh, and healthy dining options for students, faculty, staff, and the community. The space, located in Gaiser Hall, features three kiosks, a full-service retail bakery and barista bar, grab-and-go items, and a student-run restaurant.
Coffee Lounge in Hannah Hall and Clark Café in Joan Stout Hall.
Campus bookstore offers snacks, apparel, and specialty supplies.
On-campus early childhood education care program (pending registration and availability).
Gym and recreation facilities available for membership.
Clark promotes wellness with a variety of different workshops and events.
SALARY/BENEFITS:
Salary Range: $3,376 - $4,497/month | Step A-M (commensurate with qualifications and experience) | Range: 40 | Code: 105G
Successful candidates typically start at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases.
Clark College offers an exceptional benefits package that includes vacation/sick leave; medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance; retirement; and tuition waiver .
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Required application materials must be completed and submitted online by 3 p.m., January 16, 2024.
REQUIRED ONLINE APPLICATION MATERIALS:
Clark College online application
Current resume, with a minimum of three (3) references listed
Cover letter describing background and experience related to qualifications and responsibilities of the position
Responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application process
Please apply online at www.clark.edu/jobs .
To contact Clark College Human Resources, please call (360) 992-2105 or email recruitment@clark.edu .
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS
Upon request, accommodations are available to persons with disabilities for the application process. Contact Human Resources at (360) 992-2105 or by video phone at (360) 991-0901.
SECURITY
The security of all the members of the campus community is of vital concern to Clark College. Information regarding crime prevention advice, the authority of the Security/Safety Department, policies concerning reporting of any crimes which may occur on or near college property, and crime statistics for the most recent 3-year period may be requested from the Clark College Security/Safety Department, (360) 992-2133 or security.requests@clark.edu . The most recent Annual Security Report, written in compliance with the Clery Act, can be reviewed here: http://www.clark.edu/campus-life/student-support/security/report.php .
ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION
If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work.
CORRECTIONS OR EXTENDED NOTICES Corrected or extended notices will be posted online and in the Human Resources Office.
Clark College’s Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI) supports individuals with their academic, personal, and professional development, as well as provides training and educational resources for all members of the college community around diversity, inclusion, power, privilege, inequity, social equity, and social justice. The college offers further professional development for our employees through opportunities such as Employee Resource Groups, Social Justice Leadership Institute, Cross Institution Faculty of Color Mentorship program, Administrators of Color Leadership Program, and Faculty and Staff of Color Conference.
Clark College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Protected group members are strongly encouraged to apply. Clark College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, citizenship, immigration status or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). The college considers equal opportunity, affirmative action, and non-discrimination to be fundamental to the mission, vision and values of the college. All faculty and staff hired at Clark College are encouraged to embrace, continually support and enhance social equity on our campus and in our community. The college provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, Title II and Title IX, and Affirmative Action: Gerald Gabbard, Director of Labor and Compliance, 360-992-2317, ggabbard@clark.edu , 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Baird 142, Vancouver, Washington 98663. Clark College is a smoke-free/drug free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice.
Clark College Human Resources
December 15, 2023 (updated)
23-00131
Dec 15, 2023
Full time
Clark College’s Social Science and Fine Arts (SOFA) unit is currently accepting applications for a full-time, permanent classified Administrative Assistant 3.
This position provides administrative and general office support to students and faculty in the Social Sciences Division, Behavioral Sciences Division, the Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Services program, and the Bachelor of Applied Science in Teacher Education program ensuring consistent division, program, and unit-wide operations. The Administrative Assistant 3 serves as a point of contact and resource to faculty, students, staff, and the community with information on the departments and programs within the Social and Behavioral Sciences divisions. This position reports directly to the SOFA Unit Operations Manager. This position has an opportunity for a hybrid schedule with the option of a combination of two days worked from home and three days worked in the office; working hours are Monday-Friday from 8 am - 5 pm.
At Clark, we value equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to growing, learning, and supporting our employees.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:
In support of the SOFA unit act as liaison between the following college departments; Facilities, Bookstore, Security, Business Services, Environmental Health and Safety, ComMark, Human Resources, Information Technology, Library, Teaching and Learning Center, eLearning, Tutoring Services, Office of Instruction, Academic Services, Office of Diversity and Equity, and Student Affairs including Enrollment Services, Registration, Financial Aid, Advising, Entry Services, Workforce Education, Veterans Resource Center, DSS, and Counseling Health Center.
Evaluate costs and/or purchases for equipment, supplies, faculty development, travel, and estimate needs for supplies, equipment, and projects.
Maintain, monitor, reconcile and initiate corrections for the department budgets as well as any specified dedicated fee and foundation accounts, assign appropriate budget accounts, initiate transfers as appropriate.
Assist division chair(s) with orientation and training of new faculty, work with new adjunct faculty to setup email, voicemail, keys, copier set-up, computer requirements and other necessary paperwork.
Initiate bookstore orders, purchase requests, Foundation check requests, invoice vouchers, work order requests, key requests, personnel action forms, special assignment agreements, travel requests and travel expense vouchers using electronic and manual processes; assist faculty with travel and purchasing procedures.
Manage division, department, and program email distribution lists; update as needed including OU Campus web support for division, department, and program sites, maintain and upload reports to individual website for Behavioral Sciences and Social Sciences Divisions
Calendar management, schedule and arrange meetings, coordinate travel including identifying registration costs, meals, transportation, mileage, hotel, per diem as well as any other miscellaneous cost related to travel.
Facilitate orientation and training of new faculty, assist as needed regarding class schedule planning, maintain accurate student files for program applications and selected students, and provide support to students selected into the program.
Serve as administrator of the SOFA EvaluationKIT process, build quarterly project for student evaluations of unit faculty, compile and input data, monitor response rates, download reports upon project completion, and distribute report summaries in accordance with established schedule and Save results per established unit procedures and forward on to division chair as appropriate maintaining confidentiality.
Prepare and process documents and ctcLink requests such as purchasing, requisitions, travel requests expense vouchers, and faculty leave forms.
Provide office reception, respond to inquiries, and make referrals; furnish clear and accurate information on college policies and procedures.
Provide support for the College’s Honor’s Program. Coordinate with unit Dean to update honors spreadsheet, create Change of Registration forms, fill out PAFs for stipends, etc.
Perform related duties as required.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES:
Candidates will be evaluated based on application materials, including the supplemental questions and personal interview(s), and will be required to demonstrate competencies in the following areas:
High School diploma or equivalent.
Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience in office/clerical, secretarial or general administrative work.
Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint.
Provide service that consistently meets or exceeds the needs of students, colleagues, and the community. Build and maintain internal and external customer satisfaction with the services offered by the college.
Effectively build and maintain strong relationships with a variety of diverse people and use intelligence, common sense, and tenacity to solve difficult or complicated challenges.
JOB READINESS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
Ability to work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds.
Ability to produce accurate and timely work with minimal supervision.
Ability to identify issues and offer alternative solutions; inform supervisor of problems.
The initial appointment will include a 6-month probationary period and the employee will earn permanent status after successfully completing probation.
This position is represented by Washington Public Employees Association.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
WHAT WE OFFER:
A healthy work/life balance for our employees with the opportunity for flexible work schedules and remote work depending on position and college needs.
McClaskey Culinary Institute offers fast, fresh, and healthy dining options for students, faculty, staff, and the community. The space, located in Gaiser Hall, features three kiosks, a full-service retail bakery and barista bar, grab-and-go items, and a student-run restaurant.
Coffee Lounge in Hannah Hall and Clark Café in Joan Stout Hall.
Campus bookstore offers snacks, apparel, and specialty supplies.
On-campus early childhood education care program (pending registration and availability).
Gym and recreation facilities available for membership.
Clark promotes wellness with a variety of different workshops and events.
SALARY/BENEFITS:
Salary Range: $3,376 - $4,497/month | Step A-M (commensurate with qualifications and experience) | Range: 40 | Code: 105G
Successful candidates typically start at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases.
Clark College offers an exceptional benefits package that includes vacation/sick leave; medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance; retirement; and tuition waiver .
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Required application materials must be completed and submitted online by 3 p.m., January 16, 2024.
REQUIRED ONLINE APPLICATION MATERIALS:
Clark College online application
Current resume, with a minimum of three (3) references listed
Cover letter describing background and experience related to qualifications and responsibilities of the position
Responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application process
Please apply online at www.clark.edu/jobs .
To contact Clark College Human Resources, please call (360) 992-2105 or email recruitment@clark.edu .
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS
Upon request, accommodations are available to persons with disabilities for the application process. Contact Human Resources at (360) 992-2105 or by video phone at (360) 991-0901.
SECURITY
The security of all the members of the campus community is of vital concern to Clark College. Information regarding crime prevention advice, the authority of the Security/Safety Department, policies concerning reporting of any crimes which may occur on or near college property, and crime statistics for the most recent 3-year period may be requested from the Clark College Security/Safety Department, (360) 992-2133 or security.requests@clark.edu . The most recent Annual Security Report, written in compliance with the Clery Act, can be reviewed here: http://www.clark.edu/campus-life/student-support/security/report.php .
ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION
If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work.
CORRECTIONS OR EXTENDED NOTICES Corrected or extended notices will be posted online and in the Human Resources Office.
Clark College’s Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI) supports individuals with their academic, personal, and professional development, as well as provides training and educational resources for all members of the college community around diversity, inclusion, power, privilege, inequity, social equity, and social justice. The college offers further professional development for our employees through opportunities such as Employee Resource Groups, Social Justice Leadership Institute, Cross Institution Faculty of Color Mentorship program, Administrators of Color Leadership Program, and Faculty and Staff of Color Conference.
Clark College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Protected group members are strongly encouraged to apply. Clark College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, citizenship, immigration status or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). The college considers equal opportunity, affirmative action, and non-discrimination to be fundamental to the mission, vision and values of the college. All faculty and staff hired at Clark College are encouraged to embrace, continually support and enhance social equity on our campus and in our community. The college provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, Title II and Title IX, and Affirmative Action: Gerald Gabbard, Director of Labor and Compliance, 360-992-2317, ggabbard@clark.edu , 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Baird 142, Vancouver, Washington 98663. Clark College is a smoke-free/drug free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice.
Clark College Human Resources
December 15, 2023 (updated)
23-00131
THE POSITION
Are you customer service driven and have excellent communication skills? Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity? If so, the Department of Transportation has a job for you! The Driver and Vehicle Services , Customer Care Center is currently seeking applicants for Customer Service Representatives to provide responses to a wide variety of inquiries regarding all aspects of the Bureau of Motor Vehicles, the Bureau of Driver Licensing, and select other areas of PennDOT. Apply today for this rewarding career opportunity!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Customer Service Representative for PennDOT’s Driver and Vehicle Services Customer Care Center, you will be providing responses to a wide variety of inquiries regarding all aspects of the Bureau of Motor Vehicles, the Bureau of Driver Licensing, and select other areas of PennDOT. This includes being responsible for maintaining a positive image of PennDOT to the public while disseminating thorough, complete and accurate information, in a polite and professional manner. In this position, you will process and explain complex information in a variety of functions while utilizing provided reference material and available systems. Work involves the application of independent judgment and making independent decisions concerning the process to be followed, the appropriateness or confidentiality of the information to be processed, and the actions to be taken within the confines of established policies, procedures, law, and regulations. Customer Service Representatives must have the ability to use discretion and judgment in dispensing information, which may be susceptible to misunderstanding or misuse. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment.
Work hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch.
Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework). Additional details will be provided during interview. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Lancaster.
Employees in these positions may be required to work during authorized office closings.
Candidates selected for these positions are required to attend four full weeks of training located in Harrisburg, PA. Please apply only if you are willing and able to attend for the duration of training.
Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
One year as a Clerical Assistant 2 (commonwealth title); or
One year of moderately complex clerical experience; or
An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Additional Requirement:
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Preferred Qualifications (not required):
Call center experience.
Customer service experience.
Bilingual.
Legal Requirement:
A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date . Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
Sep 05, 2023
Full time
THE POSITION
Are you customer service driven and have excellent communication skills? Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity? If so, the Department of Transportation has a job for you! The Driver and Vehicle Services , Customer Care Center is currently seeking applicants for Customer Service Representatives to provide responses to a wide variety of inquiries regarding all aspects of the Bureau of Motor Vehicles, the Bureau of Driver Licensing, and select other areas of PennDOT. Apply today for this rewarding career opportunity!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Customer Service Representative for PennDOT’s Driver and Vehicle Services Customer Care Center, you will be providing responses to a wide variety of inquiries regarding all aspects of the Bureau of Motor Vehicles, the Bureau of Driver Licensing, and select other areas of PennDOT. This includes being responsible for maintaining a positive image of PennDOT to the public while disseminating thorough, complete and accurate information, in a polite and professional manner. In this position, you will process and explain complex information in a variety of functions while utilizing provided reference material and available systems. Work involves the application of independent judgment and making independent decisions concerning the process to be followed, the appropriateness or confidentiality of the information to be processed, and the actions to be taken within the confines of established policies, procedures, law, and regulations. Customer Service Representatives must have the ability to use discretion and judgment in dispensing information, which may be susceptible to misunderstanding or misuse. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment.
Work hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch.
Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework). Additional details will be provided during interview. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Lancaster.
Employees in these positions may be required to work during authorized office closings.
Candidates selected for these positions are required to attend four full weeks of training located in Harrisburg, PA. Please apply only if you are willing and able to attend for the duration of training.
Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
One year as a Clerical Assistant 2 (commonwealth title); or
One year of moderately complex clerical experience; or
An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Additional Requirement:
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Preferred Qualifications (not required):
Call center experience.
Customer service experience.
Bilingual.
Legal Requirement:
A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date . Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
Cadmus
US-VA-Arlington, Virginia | US-MA-Boston | US-MA-Waltham
Overview
Who We Are
At Cadmus, we recognize that solving the world’s most challenging problems can’t be accomplished alone or with cookie-cutter solutions. That’s why we look for team players and problem solvers who are driven to use their unique perspectives and intellectual curiosity to help deliver breakthrough solutions that achieve transformative goals. On the Cadmus team, you’ll collaborate with leading experts to help our clients across the globe.
Cadmus’ mission is to deploy industry-leading expertise to help our clients achieve extraordinary results that strengthen society and the natural world. We offer competitive compensation, outstanding health care and retirement benefits, a vibrant and collaborative work environment, and opportunities for professional growth. We are committed to advancing diversity and fostering a culture of equity in the workplace and across society, and we strive to maintain an inclusive environment where all employees feel connected, respected, and valued.
Join Cadmus. Let’s solve the world’s most challenging problems together.
Responsibilities
What You’ll Be Doing
A successful candidate will provide Junior Project Manager support to contracts with government clients in the areas of public health, drinking water, water quality, and environmental science/policy. Successful candidates will have experience providing administrative support to projects as a project coordinator or project manager in consulting, or a similar field, and experience working closely with multiple project or program managers to complete quality work on time and within budget. Candidates must have a record of advanced problem-solving skills, exceptional oral and written communication, experience supervising staff, comfortable speaking in public, and experience managing multiple clients and projects simultaneously. They should be able to manage tasks and projects from start to finish with minimal input from supervisors, be highly motivated to perform and learn, able to work collaboratively and independently, detail-oriented, and comfortable leading meetings with clients and senior staff. Cadmus emphasizes working effectively in a team environment with a commitment to the highest standards of excellence. Candidates must have distinguished themselves with academic and a clearly demonstrated work ethic. A successful candidate may work on one or more of the following EPA programs: Lead Service Line Replacement Accelerators, 3Ts for Reducing Lead in Drinking Water, Drinking Water Grants, Building the Capacity of Drinking Water Systems, and Operator Certification.
Responsibilities:
Serve as a deputy, assistant, or junior project manager in close collaboration with senior team members to ensure timely delivery of project deliverables to clients.
Manage tasks, schedules, and budgets with minimal supervision and ensuring consistency and quality of all products.
Supervise staff and training new staff members.
Responsible for project coordination activities such as:
Preparing agendas and taking meeting minutes on internal and external calls.
Keeping track of changes in long- and short-term project goals.
Making sure that managers and technical staff are prepared for relevant meetings and meet project deadlines.
Communicating and creating effective communications for project teams.
Preparing assignments for individuals and technical project teams.
Preparing briefings for project managers and clients.
Tracking the status of project deliverables, milestones, and feedback.
Tracking schedules, action items, decisions, risk, issues, lessons learned, and project budgets.
Documenting standard operating procedures.
Providing quality control support and review of project work.
Responsible for coordination activities across projects such as:
Providing administrative support to help facilitate information sharing and planning between project control, contracts, accounting, and project teams.
Supporting the efforts of multiple project managers at the same time.
Gathering and analyzing data necessary to support staff planning.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
A Master's degree with coursework in business management, public administration, public health, environmental science and policy, or other relevant areas and 3 years relevant work experience OR a Bachelor's degree and 5 years of relevant work experience.
Project coordinator or management experience including budget management.
Staff management experience including workload planning, conducting performance evaluations, and supporting professional development.
Must demonstrate strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills with the ability to learn quickly, adapt to changing environments, and work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
Must demonstrate strong communications skills, both written and verbal.
Must demonstrate excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
Must be able to work under deadlines.
Must demonstrate a positive work ethic in all situations with coworkers, project managers, and clients.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Classwork or experience with EPA regulatory programs, water science, or environmental policies and programs.
Experience coordinating proposal efforts and/or developing detailed project plans.
Experience managing subcontractors and teaming partners.
Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States as a U.S Perm Resident or U.S. Citizen.
Additional Information:
Based on eligibility and job status, Cadmus offers an excellent benefits package to include: medical, dental, vision, company paid disability and life insurance, 401(k) program, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, voluntary time off (VTO), tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance program, other optional benefits and various bonus programs.
The minimum starting salary for this position is $70,000. The actual salary may be higher and will be determined by several factors, including relevant work experience, education, skills, and market competitiveness.
We value the critical role safety and health protocols contribute to everyone’s success at Cadmus, and work together to align and comply with all federal, state, and local safety and health mandates related to COVID to ensure a safe and valuable work environment.
Cadmus is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination. Cadmus is committed to providing a respectful workplace where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation (including gender identity and/or expression), national origin, military and veteran status, physical and mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Learn more about Cadmus by visiting our website at: http://www.cadmusgroup.com
Jul 13, 2023
Full time
Overview
Who We Are
At Cadmus, we recognize that solving the world’s most challenging problems can’t be accomplished alone or with cookie-cutter solutions. That’s why we look for team players and problem solvers who are driven to use their unique perspectives and intellectual curiosity to help deliver breakthrough solutions that achieve transformative goals. On the Cadmus team, you’ll collaborate with leading experts to help our clients across the globe.
Cadmus’ mission is to deploy industry-leading expertise to help our clients achieve extraordinary results that strengthen society and the natural world. We offer competitive compensation, outstanding health care and retirement benefits, a vibrant and collaborative work environment, and opportunities for professional growth. We are committed to advancing diversity and fostering a culture of equity in the workplace and across society, and we strive to maintain an inclusive environment where all employees feel connected, respected, and valued.
Join Cadmus. Let’s solve the world’s most challenging problems together.
Responsibilities
What You’ll Be Doing
A successful candidate will provide Junior Project Manager support to contracts with government clients in the areas of public health, drinking water, water quality, and environmental science/policy. Successful candidates will have experience providing administrative support to projects as a project coordinator or project manager in consulting, or a similar field, and experience working closely with multiple project or program managers to complete quality work on time and within budget. Candidates must have a record of advanced problem-solving skills, exceptional oral and written communication, experience supervising staff, comfortable speaking in public, and experience managing multiple clients and projects simultaneously. They should be able to manage tasks and projects from start to finish with minimal input from supervisors, be highly motivated to perform and learn, able to work collaboratively and independently, detail-oriented, and comfortable leading meetings with clients and senior staff. Cadmus emphasizes working effectively in a team environment with a commitment to the highest standards of excellence. Candidates must have distinguished themselves with academic and a clearly demonstrated work ethic. A successful candidate may work on one or more of the following EPA programs: Lead Service Line Replacement Accelerators, 3Ts for Reducing Lead in Drinking Water, Drinking Water Grants, Building the Capacity of Drinking Water Systems, and Operator Certification.
Responsibilities:
Serve as a deputy, assistant, or junior project manager in close collaboration with senior team members to ensure timely delivery of project deliverables to clients.
Manage tasks, schedules, and budgets with minimal supervision and ensuring consistency and quality of all products.
Supervise staff and training new staff members.
Responsible for project coordination activities such as:
Preparing agendas and taking meeting minutes on internal and external calls.
Keeping track of changes in long- and short-term project goals.
Making sure that managers and technical staff are prepared for relevant meetings and meet project deadlines.
Communicating and creating effective communications for project teams.
Preparing assignments for individuals and technical project teams.
Preparing briefings for project managers and clients.
Tracking the status of project deliverables, milestones, and feedback.
Tracking schedules, action items, decisions, risk, issues, lessons learned, and project budgets.
Documenting standard operating procedures.
Providing quality control support and review of project work.
Responsible for coordination activities across projects such as:
Providing administrative support to help facilitate information sharing and planning between project control, contracts, accounting, and project teams.
Supporting the efforts of multiple project managers at the same time.
Gathering and analyzing data necessary to support staff planning.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
A Master's degree with coursework in business management, public administration, public health, environmental science and policy, or other relevant areas and 3 years relevant work experience OR a Bachelor's degree and 5 years of relevant work experience.
Project coordinator or management experience including budget management.
Staff management experience including workload planning, conducting performance evaluations, and supporting professional development.
Must demonstrate strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills with the ability to learn quickly, adapt to changing environments, and work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
Must demonstrate strong communications skills, both written and verbal.
Must demonstrate excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
Must be able to work under deadlines.
Must demonstrate a positive work ethic in all situations with coworkers, project managers, and clients.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Classwork or experience with EPA regulatory programs, water science, or environmental policies and programs.
Experience coordinating proposal efforts and/or developing detailed project plans.
Experience managing subcontractors and teaming partners.
Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States as a U.S Perm Resident or U.S. Citizen.
Additional Information:
Based on eligibility and job status, Cadmus offers an excellent benefits package to include: medical, dental, vision, company paid disability and life insurance, 401(k) program, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, voluntary time off (VTO), tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance program, other optional benefits and various bonus programs.
The minimum starting salary for this position is $70,000. The actual salary may be higher and will be determined by several factors, including relevant work experience, education, skills, and market competitiveness.
We value the critical role safety and health protocols contribute to everyone’s success at Cadmus, and work together to align and comply with all federal, state, and local safety and health mandates related to COVID to ensure a safe and valuable work environment.
Cadmus is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination. Cadmus is committed to providing a respectful workplace where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation (including gender identity and/or expression), national origin, military and veteran status, physical and mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Learn more about Cadmus by visiting our website at: http://www.cadmusgroup.com
THE POSITION
If you are bilingual and have customer service experience in a call center, retail sales, or a restaurant setting, we want to talk to you! The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking dedicated, Spanish speaking customer service professionals to join their unemployment compensation call centers. Experience the satisfaction of public service by helping your fellow Pennsylvanians with unemployment compensation! Watch this video to learn more about working at the Department of Labor & Industry.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
The Unemployment Compensation (UC) team assists customers with filing claims for unemployment compensation and answering questions. They provide services to all UC customers by gathering information and pertinent data from claimants and employers to validate UC claims.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment.
Work hours are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch. Work hours may vary based on operational needs.
Telework: These positions are headquartered at the Harrisburg UC Service Center and the positions will report onsite for at least the duration of the probationary period. Beyond such time, as determined by management and based upon operational requirements, these positions may be required to report onsite and/or telework, part time, from home. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the office in Harrisburg.
You must have a personal computer (Windows 7 or 10), keyboard, mouse and high-speed internet access (High-speed internet, or broadband internet, is internet service with download speeds of at least 50 Mbps. Mobile Hot Spots, DSL, Dialup, and Satellite internet are not allowed for your internet connection due to connectivity issues) that you will be able to use when working from home, part time, as required.
Please note that Apple/Mac computer products are not acceptable for use.
Please note that a computer is required. Cell phones cannot be utilized.
If using a laptop, you must have a separate keyboard with the numeric keypad on the right side of the keyboard to use our system.
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Successful completion of the Unemployment Compensation Intake Interviewer Trainee (commonwealth title) program; or
Three years of customer service or office support experience which includes two years of experience resolving customer impact issues; or
Any equivalent combination of experience or training which includes two years of experience resolving customer impact issues.
Other Requirements:
These positions requires the selected candidate to be able to read, write, and speak in Spanish. You may be contacted for a Spanish speaking proficiency evaluation conducted by the Bureau of Talent Acquisition, PA Office of Administration. If contacted, you must pass the speaking evaluation in order to be deemed eligible for this position. Your proficiency in reading and writing in Spanish must be demonstrated during the probationary period to achieve regular status in the position.
You must meet the PA residency requirement . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
This position is subject to the promotion provisions of a collective bargaining agreement or memorandum of understanding.
You must be eligible for selection in accordance with merit system employment regulations.
Recruitment Methods:
Applicants must meet one of the following methods to be considered for this vacancy:
Promotion Without Exam
Reassignment ( Only current civil service employees in the same agency who hold the same or similar job title, with the same maximum salary and comparable minimum qualifications, will qualify for reassignment.)
Voluntary Demotion
Promotion Without Examination (PWOE):
Class Restrictions for Promotion Without Examination Only - You must have or have held regular civil service status in one of the following classifications:
Clerical Assistant 3
Clerical Supervisor 1
Employees who previously held regular civil service status in the job title of the position being filled are also eligible for promotion without examination.
The promotion without examination requirements are issued in accordance with merit system employment regulations.
Meritorious service is defined as (a) the absence of any discipline above the level of written reprimand during the 12 months preceding the closing date of the posting, and (b) the last regular or probationary performance evaluation showing an overall rating of satisfactory or higher.
Applicants must have a minimum of one year in the next lower classes by the posting closing date with no break in service.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date . Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
your score may be lower than deserved.
you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/test once for this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
Jul 03, 2023
Full time
THE POSITION
If you are bilingual and have customer service experience in a call center, retail sales, or a restaurant setting, we want to talk to you! The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking dedicated, Spanish speaking customer service professionals to join their unemployment compensation call centers. Experience the satisfaction of public service by helping your fellow Pennsylvanians with unemployment compensation! Watch this video to learn more about working at the Department of Labor & Industry.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
The Unemployment Compensation (UC) team assists customers with filing claims for unemployment compensation and answering questions. They provide services to all UC customers by gathering information and pertinent data from claimants and employers to validate UC claims.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment.
Work hours are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch. Work hours may vary based on operational needs.
Telework: These positions are headquartered at the Harrisburg UC Service Center and the positions will report onsite for at least the duration of the probationary period. Beyond such time, as determined by management and based upon operational requirements, these positions may be required to report onsite and/or telework, part time, from home. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the office in Harrisburg.
You must have a personal computer (Windows 7 or 10), keyboard, mouse and high-speed internet access (High-speed internet, or broadband internet, is internet service with download speeds of at least 50 Mbps. Mobile Hot Spots, DSL, Dialup, and Satellite internet are not allowed for your internet connection due to connectivity issues) that you will be able to use when working from home, part time, as required.
Please note that Apple/Mac computer products are not acceptable for use.
Please note that a computer is required. Cell phones cannot be utilized.
If using a laptop, you must have a separate keyboard with the numeric keypad on the right side of the keyboard to use our system.
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Successful completion of the Unemployment Compensation Intake Interviewer Trainee (commonwealth title) program; or
Three years of customer service or office support experience which includes two years of experience resolving customer impact issues; or
Any equivalent combination of experience or training which includes two years of experience resolving customer impact issues.
Other Requirements:
These positions requires the selected candidate to be able to read, write, and speak in Spanish. You may be contacted for a Spanish speaking proficiency evaluation conducted by the Bureau of Talent Acquisition, PA Office of Administration. If contacted, you must pass the speaking evaluation in order to be deemed eligible for this position. Your proficiency in reading and writing in Spanish must be demonstrated during the probationary period to achieve regular status in the position.
You must meet the PA residency requirement . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
This position is subject to the promotion provisions of a collective bargaining agreement or memorandum of understanding.
You must be eligible for selection in accordance with merit system employment regulations.
Recruitment Methods:
Applicants must meet one of the following methods to be considered for this vacancy:
Promotion Without Exam
Reassignment ( Only current civil service employees in the same agency who hold the same or similar job title, with the same maximum salary and comparable minimum qualifications, will qualify for reassignment.)
Voluntary Demotion
Promotion Without Examination (PWOE):
Class Restrictions for Promotion Without Examination Only - You must have or have held regular civil service status in one of the following classifications:
Clerical Assistant 3
Clerical Supervisor 1
Employees who previously held regular civil service status in the job title of the position being filled are also eligible for promotion without examination.
The promotion without examination requirements are issued in accordance with merit system employment regulations.
Meritorious service is defined as (a) the absence of any discipline above the level of written reprimand during the 12 months preceding the closing date of the posting, and (b) the last regular or probationary performance evaluation showing an overall rating of satisfactory or higher.
Applicants must have a minimum of one year in the next lower classes by the posting closing date with no break in service.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date . Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
your score may be lower than deserved.
you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/test once for this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
Pay Range:
$20.00 - $20.00 Hourly
Department:
Department of Community Services (DCS)
Job Type:
On-Call
Exemption Status:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
March 08, 2023
The Opportunity:
This Work Matters!
Do you wonder what goes on behind the scenes at the county elections office? Do you want to be a part of Election Day and make a difference for thousands of county voters? Multnomah County is looking for exceptional employees to expand our pool of temporary on-call Bilingual Elections Workers. We are hiring to fill positions in our Voter Education & Outreach area and are searching for those who are bilingual in Chinese, Russian, Ukrainian, Somali, Vietnamese, and/or Spanish.
Multnomah County Elections Division conducts all local, city, county, state, and federal elections for Multnomah County. Our mission is to uphold a reputation for transparent, accurate, accessible, and accountable elections. The Elections Division takes an equity-focused approach to remove barriers to voter access and ensure every voice has the opportunity to be heard. We are fortunate to have dedicated Elections Workers who have served for years and who come back election after election, but we need additional workers to add to our pool of bilingual on-call employees.
Here are just some reasons to become a Multnomah County On-Call Elections Worker :
You'll play a vital role in the democratic process.
You'll get involved and assist voters in a nonpartisan and unbiased way.
You'll have the opportunity to participate in the electoral process on the other side of the ballot.
You'll be part of the nationally recognized, exceptional work of the Multnomah County Elections Division team.
You'll work right alongside dedicated elections staff members who share a passion for the elections process.
You'll meet new people.
You'll earn extra money.
And, it's a great opportunity to help people, serve your community, and have fun doing it!
Watch our video about Multnomah County Elections to learn more.
Training is provided to perform assigned work.
As a Voter Education & Outreach Bilingual Election Worker, your primary duties will include:
Voter Education & Bilingual Outreach:
The Voter Education and Outreach program provides education and outreach to current and future voters in Multnomah County towards: voter registration, voter assistance resources, and voting a ballot by mail . We deliver and assess the needs of voters through our culturally specific outreach efforts. Our efforts are directed by a racial equity lens and use a trauma-informed framework to guide how we do our work.
This recruitment is in support of this year's Voter Engagement Project to be conducted from May through October. You will be:
Engaging with eligible voters to conduct a voter engagement survey at community events on behalf of the Elections Division.
Expand partnerships with community partners who serve our targeted communities
Interact with community members using a trauma-informed approach
Bilingual Customer Service:
You will assist in helping customers from diverse communities at the front counter and answering phones. Some customer service experience is helpful. Length of employment may be 1 to 3 weeks depending on work volume. Election Day work schedule may extend to approximately 9:00 pm. Physical requirements include the ability to stand or sit for long periods, the ability to speak effectively, good hearing, and good near and mid-range vision.
As the outreach project and events end, you may be assigned some of the following duties:
1. Election Board position:
You will open and prepare ballots to be counted. The work is not physically demanding, but is fast-paced, repetitive, and requires attention to detail. Approximate length of employment is 4-5 days. Election Day work schedule involves late hours generally past midnight. Physical requirements include good manual dexterity, the ability to perform repetitive motions, the ability to sit for long periods, good hearing, and the ability to visually inspect ballots at close range.
2. Data Entry position:
You will assist with data entry of Voter Registration Cards and verify signatures on ballots and petitions. This position requires computer experience and data entry skills. Length of employment may be 2 to 7 weeks depending on work volume and may require overtime. Election Day work schedule involves late hours generally past midnight. Physical requirements include good manual dexterity, the ability to perform repetitive motions, the ability to sit for long periods, and good near vision.
3. Runner position:
Bi-partisan teams of employees will deliver ballots to the Elections Office from 30 official ballot drop sites located throughout the county. Requires some lifting and a valid driver's license. Multnomah County will provide the vehicles. Approximate length of employment is 3-4 days, including one Saturday. Election Day work schedule may extend to 10:00 pm. Physical requirements include the ability to lift and carry moderate weight (15-30 pounds), the ability to pull, push, reach, bend, kneel, and crouch, good manual dexterity, good hearing, the ability to operate motorized equipment, the ability to stand or sit for long periods, and the ability to perform repetitive motions.
4. Ballot Counting position:
You will operate ballot tally equipment and/or various ballot processing functions. Approximate length of employment is 1-5 days. May involve working a night shift and weekends. Physical requirements include the ability to lift and carry moderate weight (15-30 pounds), good manual dexterity, the ability to stand for long periods, and the ability to perform repetitive motions.
5. Sorter Assistant position:
You will assist in the Elections Office with running the high speed sorter, moving trays of ballots between sorter and storage carts, alphabetizing challenged ballots by last name, facing ballots as they come into the bay area, and other duties as assigned. Approximate length of employment is 5-7 days. Election Day schedules can involve late hours generally past midnight. Physical requirements include the ability to lift and carry moderate weight (15-45 pounds), good manual dexterity, good hearing, the ability to stand and walk for long periods, and the ability to perform repetitive motions.
6. Voter Assistance Team (VAT) position:
You will provide assistance to voters at the Elections Office or in the voter's residence. Generally, these voters are elderly, have some type of disability, or have difficulty with the English language. Approximate length of employment is 2-3 weeks and will begin as early as three weeks prior to Election Day. Physical requirements include the ability to lift and carry moderate weight (15-45 pounds), the ability to stand and sit when performing work duties, the ability to operate motorized equipment, good manual dexterity, good hearing, and the ability to speak effectively.
7. Observer Monitoring position:
You will monitor observers of the election process. Length of employment may be 1 to 2 weeks depending on observation requests, and may require overtime. Election Day work schedules may involve late hours past midnight. Physical requirements include the ability to stand or sit for long periods, the ability to speak effectively, and good near and mid-range vision.
8. Ballot Adjudication position:
As part of a team with another employee, you will review ballot images on a computer screen and make decisions on how to count votes that are not clearly marked. Length of employment may be 1-3 weeks. Required skills include the ability to work well in a two-person team, consistently follow rules, efficiently use a mouse and keyboard to navigate and enter information into a computer, remain focused while performing a repetitive task, and pay attention to detail. Also, you must be able to sit for a long period while performing this job.
If this sounds like something you are interested in, please apply today!
Paid training is provided to perform assigned work.
Who Are We? Our department’s mission is to preserve harmony between natural and built environments, keep people and pets safe, and ensure every voice is heard through a diverse group of programs including transportation, land use planning, animal services, elections, and budget and operations support. This department is an incredibly diverse department and your role will be too.
What We Can Offer You:
DCS comprises unique and essential government services, including Elections, Land Use Planning, Animal Services, and Transportation.
The common mission of these diverse lines of business is articulated in this very simple statement: Inclusive community. Accessible services. So, with us, you will be challenged, you will be encouraged to excel, and you will be given the opportunity to build a rewarding career. You will become a part of a strong organization dedicated to providing outstanding services to the community.
At Multnomah County, we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful, and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem-solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity, and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values.
This recruitment will be used to fill any current and future full-time, part-time, on-call, temporary, and limited-duration positions while the eligible-for-hire list is active.
TO QUALIFY:
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page .
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
Completion of the twelfth grade or equivalent.
Previous customer service or general office/clerical experience.
Experience with public speaking and presenting information to diverse audiences.
Ability to work the duration of the Voter Engagement Project (May-Oct 2023, 2-3 events per week, including nights and weekends)
Physical requirements include the ability to lift and carry moderate weight (15-45 pounds), the ability to stand and sit when performing work duties
Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.
Bilingual in Chinese, Russian, Ukrainian, Somali, Vietnamese, and/or Spanish
*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: To protect the health of the community and employees, Multnomah County requires employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved medical or religious exemption as a qualification of employment.
The rule applies to all employees, as allowable by law. Candidates who receive an offer of County employment must provide proof of vaccination upon hire or submit an exception request prior to their start date.
SCREENING AND EVALUATION:
The Application Packet:
Please be sure to provide all the materials below in your application submission:
Online application: Explain all related experience (paid or unpaid) and training in the education and work experience sections of the application.
Attach a resume (optional): Please indicate how you meet the required minimum qualifications. Attach the PDF document to the on-line application. Be sure to explain in detail, including dates, all related work experience, paid or unpaid.
A Cover Letter (optional): This should expand on your resume, address why you are interested in this position and demonstrate how your experience and skill set align with the minimum and preferred qualifications listed.
Note: The application, resume, and cover letter should clearly demonstrate your work experience/skills and how they relate to the descriptions provided in the ‘Overview’ and ‘To Qualify’ sections of this job posting. Please be thorough, as these materials will be used to determine your eligibility for an interview.
Internal candidates: After you have applied, you will receive the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire in your Workday inbox. Your application as an internal candidate is not complete until you fill out and submit the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire.
The Selection Process:
For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page . We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:
Initial review of minimum qualifications
Evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates
Consideration of top candidates, which may include phone interviews, panel interviews, and/or additional testing
Language Assessment (over the phone conversation in stated language to confirm bilingual ability)
Professional reference checks
Note: Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Type of Position: This non-represented position is not eligible for overtime. Location: Duniway-Lovejoy Elections Building, 1040 SE Morrison Street, Portland, OR 97214.
Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act : We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
Questions?
Recruiter:
Lily Wilson
Email:
lily.wilson@multco.us
Phone:
+1 (971) 3785601
Feb 23, 2023
Part time
Pay Range:
$20.00 - $20.00 Hourly
Department:
Department of Community Services (DCS)
Job Type:
On-Call
Exemption Status:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
March 08, 2023
The Opportunity:
This Work Matters!
Do you wonder what goes on behind the scenes at the county elections office? Do you want to be a part of Election Day and make a difference for thousands of county voters? Multnomah County is looking for exceptional employees to expand our pool of temporary on-call Bilingual Elections Workers. We are hiring to fill positions in our Voter Education & Outreach area and are searching for those who are bilingual in Chinese, Russian, Ukrainian, Somali, Vietnamese, and/or Spanish.
Multnomah County Elections Division conducts all local, city, county, state, and federal elections for Multnomah County. Our mission is to uphold a reputation for transparent, accurate, accessible, and accountable elections. The Elections Division takes an equity-focused approach to remove barriers to voter access and ensure every voice has the opportunity to be heard. We are fortunate to have dedicated Elections Workers who have served for years and who come back election after election, but we need additional workers to add to our pool of bilingual on-call employees.
Here are just some reasons to become a Multnomah County On-Call Elections Worker :
You'll play a vital role in the democratic process.
You'll get involved and assist voters in a nonpartisan and unbiased way.
You'll have the opportunity to participate in the electoral process on the other side of the ballot.
You'll be part of the nationally recognized, exceptional work of the Multnomah County Elections Division team.
You'll work right alongside dedicated elections staff members who share a passion for the elections process.
You'll meet new people.
You'll earn extra money.
And, it's a great opportunity to help people, serve your community, and have fun doing it!
Watch our video about Multnomah County Elections to learn more.
Training is provided to perform assigned work.
As a Voter Education & Outreach Bilingual Election Worker, your primary duties will include:
Voter Education & Bilingual Outreach:
The Voter Education and Outreach program provides education and outreach to current and future voters in Multnomah County towards: voter registration, voter assistance resources, and voting a ballot by mail . We deliver and assess the needs of voters through our culturally specific outreach efforts. Our efforts are directed by a racial equity lens and use a trauma-informed framework to guide how we do our work.
This recruitment is in support of this year's Voter Engagement Project to be conducted from May through October. You will be:
Engaging with eligible voters to conduct a voter engagement survey at community events on behalf of the Elections Division.
Expand partnerships with community partners who serve our targeted communities
Interact with community members using a trauma-informed approach
Bilingual Customer Service:
You will assist in helping customers from diverse communities at the front counter and answering phones. Some customer service experience is helpful. Length of employment may be 1 to 3 weeks depending on work volume. Election Day work schedule may extend to approximately 9:00 pm. Physical requirements include the ability to stand or sit for long periods, the ability to speak effectively, good hearing, and good near and mid-range vision.
As the outreach project and events end, you may be assigned some of the following duties:
1. Election Board position:
You will open and prepare ballots to be counted. The work is not physically demanding, but is fast-paced, repetitive, and requires attention to detail. Approximate length of employment is 4-5 days. Election Day work schedule involves late hours generally past midnight. Physical requirements include good manual dexterity, the ability to perform repetitive motions, the ability to sit for long periods, good hearing, and the ability to visually inspect ballots at close range.
2. Data Entry position:
You will assist with data entry of Voter Registration Cards and verify signatures on ballots and petitions. This position requires computer experience and data entry skills. Length of employment may be 2 to 7 weeks depending on work volume and may require overtime. Election Day work schedule involves late hours generally past midnight. Physical requirements include good manual dexterity, the ability to perform repetitive motions, the ability to sit for long periods, and good near vision.
3. Runner position:
Bi-partisan teams of employees will deliver ballots to the Elections Office from 30 official ballot drop sites located throughout the county. Requires some lifting and a valid driver's license. Multnomah County will provide the vehicles. Approximate length of employment is 3-4 days, including one Saturday. Election Day work schedule may extend to 10:00 pm. Physical requirements include the ability to lift and carry moderate weight (15-30 pounds), the ability to pull, push, reach, bend, kneel, and crouch, good manual dexterity, good hearing, the ability to operate motorized equipment, the ability to stand or sit for long periods, and the ability to perform repetitive motions.
4. Ballot Counting position:
You will operate ballot tally equipment and/or various ballot processing functions. Approximate length of employment is 1-5 days. May involve working a night shift and weekends. Physical requirements include the ability to lift and carry moderate weight (15-30 pounds), good manual dexterity, the ability to stand for long periods, and the ability to perform repetitive motions.
5. Sorter Assistant position:
You will assist in the Elections Office with running the high speed sorter, moving trays of ballots between sorter and storage carts, alphabetizing challenged ballots by last name, facing ballots as they come into the bay area, and other duties as assigned. Approximate length of employment is 5-7 days. Election Day schedules can involve late hours generally past midnight. Physical requirements include the ability to lift and carry moderate weight (15-45 pounds), good manual dexterity, good hearing, the ability to stand and walk for long periods, and the ability to perform repetitive motions.
6. Voter Assistance Team (VAT) position:
You will provide assistance to voters at the Elections Office or in the voter's residence. Generally, these voters are elderly, have some type of disability, or have difficulty with the English language. Approximate length of employment is 2-3 weeks and will begin as early as three weeks prior to Election Day. Physical requirements include the ability to lift and carry moderate weight (15-45 pounds), the ability to stand and sit when performing work duties, the ability to operate motorized equipment, good manual dexterity, good hearing, and the ability to speak effectively.
7. Observer Monitoring position:
You will monitor observers of the election process. Length of employment may be 1 to 2 weeks depending on observation requests, and may require overtime. Election Day work schedules may involve late hours past midnight. Physical requirements include the ability to stand or sit for long periods, the ability to speak effectively, and good near and mid-range vision.
8. Ballot Adjudication position:
As part of a team with another employee, you will review ballot images on a computer screen and make decisions on how to count votes that are not clearly marked. Length of employment may be 1-3 weeks. Required skills include the ability to work well in a two-person team, consistently follow rules, efficiently use a mouse and keyboard to navigate and enter information into a computer, remain focused while performing a repetitive task, and pay attention to detail. Also, you must be able to sit for a long period while performing this job.
If this sounds like something you are interested in, please apply today!
Paid training is provided to perform assigned work.
Who Are We? Our department’s mission is to preserve harmony between natural and built environments, keep people and pets safe, and ensure every voice is heard through a diverse group of programs including transportation, land use planning, animal services, elections, and budget and operations support. This department is an incredibly diverse department and your role will be too.
What We Can Offer You:
DCS comprises unique and essential government services, including Elections, Land Use Planning, Animal Services, and Transportation.
The common mission of these diverse lines of business is articulated in this very simple statement: Inclusive community. Accessible services. So, with us, you will be challenged, you will be encouraged to excel, and you will be given the opportunity to build a rewarding career. You will become a part of a strong organization dedicated to providing outstanding services to the community.
At Multnomah County, we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful, and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem-solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity, and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values.
This recruitment will be used to fill any current and future full-time, part-time, on-call, temporary, and limited-duration positions while the eligible-for-hire list is active.
TO QUALIFY:
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page .
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
Completion of the twelfth grade or equivalent.
Previous customer service or general office/clerical experience.
Experience with public speaking and presenting information to diverse audiences.
Ability to work the duration of the Voter Engagement Project (May-Oct 2023, 2-3 events per week, including nights and weekends)
Physical requirements include the ability to lift and carry moderate weight (15-45 pounds), the ability to stand and sit when performing work duties
Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.
Bilingual in Chinese, Russian, Ukrainian, Somali, Vietnamese, and/or Spanish
*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: To protect the health of the community and employees, Multnomah County requires employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved medical or religious exemption as a qualification of employment.
The rule applies to all employees, as allowable by law. Candidates who receive an offer of County employment must provide proof of vaccination upon hire or submit an exception request prior to their start date.
SCREENING AND EVALUATION:
The Application Packet:
Please be sure to provide all the materials below in your application submission:
Online application: Explain all related experience (paid or unpaid) and training in the education and work experience sections of the application.
Attach a resume (optional): Please indicate how you meet the required minimum qualifications. Attach the PDF document to the on-line application. Be sure to explain in detail, including dates, all related work experience, paid or unpaid.
A Cover Letter (optional): This should expand on your resume, address why you are interested in this position and demonstrate how your experience and skill set align with the minimum and preferred qualifications listed.
Note: The application, resume, and cover letter should clearly demonstrate your work experience/skills and how they relate to the descriptions provided in the ‘Overview’ and ‘To Qualify’ sections of this job posting. Please be thorough, as these materials will be used to determine your eligibility for an interview.
Internal candidates: After you have applied, you will receive the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire in your Workday inbox. Your application as an internal candidate is not complete until you fill out and submit the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire.
The Selection Process:
For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page . We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:
Initial review of minimum qualifications
Evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates
Consideration of top candidates, which may include phone interviews, panel interviews, and/or additional testing
Language Assessment (over the phone conversation in stated language to confirm bilingual ability)
Professional reference checks
Note: Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Type of Position: This non-represented position is not eligible for overtime. Location: Duniway-Lovejoy Elections Building, 1040 SE Morrison Street, Portland, OR 97214.
Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act : We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
Questions?
Recruiter:
Lily Wilson
Email:
lily.wilson@multco.us
Phone:
+1 (971) 3785601
Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO), is seeking a full-time (approximately 35 hours per week) Administrative Legal Assistant for its office in Roseburg. This position has a partial remote option.
Background LASO is a statewide non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs provide additional services related to farmworker and Native American issues. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program. We are committed to advocacy and litigation strategies having the broadest possible beneficial impact on problems common in our client’s communities. LASO is actively working to build an inclusive organizational culture that centers on racial equity. LASO is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a welcoming and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients.
The Roseburg team provides a wide range of civil legal services to low-income clients in Douglas County. Our cases vary depending on the client’s needs, but we focus on protection from abuse, housing law, elder law, family law, civil rights, and public benefits.
Responsibilities Varied duties include significant interaction with clients and potential clients. The position is responsible for greeting clients, screening people for eligibility, performing intakes to qualify people for services, handling busy phone lines, light accounting, and administrative support. The administrative legal assistant also provides varied support to the attorneys, provides information to clients under the direction and training of a lawyer, and gives general information or referrals to other resources when we are not able to provide services.
Qualifications The position requires excellent people skills, ability to work effectively with trauma survivors, phone, computer, and word processing skills. We're looking for an organized and efficient person with a cheerful ability to deal with complex office procedures and a high volume of clients who may be in crisis and who are usually facing difficult problems. Prior office experience is not required.
Salary/Benefits Salary range starts at $40,000 and extends to $62,000. Additional compensation for bilingual ability. Full benefits package including individual and family health, vision and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation and sick leave; and paid moving expenses.
Closing Date Open until filled, review of resumes ongoing.
Applications If you are interested in joining our office, please send your resume, references, and a cover letter. Your references should include the following information for each person you use as a reference: name, place of employment (if any), and how you are acquainted with them. Your cover letter should include an explanation about your interest in working for LASO as well as a very brief discussion about the challenges faced by low-income residents of Douglas County.
Please send all application materials to: Joan-Marie Michelsen rosejobs@lasoregon.org
If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Meghan Collins, Director of Administration, at Meghan.Collins@lasoregon.org.
We celebrate diversity LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.
Oct 13, 2022
Full time
Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO), is seeking a full-time (approximately 35 hours per week) Administrative Legal Assistant for its office in Roseburg. This position has a partial remote option.
Background LASO is a statewide non-profit organization that represents low-income clients in civil cases. LASO’s offices serve the general low-income population throughout the state and two specialized statewide programs provide additional services related to farmworker and Native American issues. LASO is an effective, high-quality legal services program. We are committed to advocacy and litigation strategies having the broadest possible beneficial impact on problems common in our client’s communities. LASO is actively working to build an inclusive organizational culture that centers on racial equity. LASO is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a welcoming and culturally responsive environment for our staff and clients.
The Roseburg team provides a wide range of civil legal services to low-income clients in Douglas County. Our cases vary depending on the client’s needs, but we focus on protection from abuse, housing law, elder law, family law, civil rights, and public benefits.
Responsibilities Varied duties include significant interaction with clients and potential clients. The position is responsible for greeting clients, screening people for eligibility, performing intakes to qualify people for services, handling busy phone lines, light accounting, and administrative support. The administrative legal assistant also provides varied support to the attorneys, provides information to clients under the direction and training of a lawyer, and gives general information or referrals to other resources when we are not able to provide services.
Qualifications The position requires excellent people skills, ability to work effectively with trauma survivors, phone, computer, and word processing skills. We're looking for an organized and efficient person with a cheerful ability to deal with complex office procedures and a high volume of clients who may be in crisis and who are usually facing difficult problems. Prior office experience is not required.
Salary/Benefits Salary range starts at $40,000 and extends to $62,000. Additional compensation for bilingual ability. Full benefits package including individual and family health, vision and dental insurance coverage; 6% employer retirement contribution; generous paid holidays, vacation and sick leave; and paid moving expenses.
Closing Date Open until filled, review of resumes ongoing.
Applications If you are interested in joining our office, please send your resume, references, and a cover letter. Your references should include the following information for each person you use as a reference: name, place of employment (if any), and how you are acquainted with them. Your cover letter should include an explanation about your interest in working for LASO as well as a very brief discussion about the challenges faced by low-income residents of Douglas County.
Please send all application materials to: Joan-Marie Michelsen rosejobs@lasoregon.org
If you require reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application/hiring process, please contact Meghan Collins, Director of Administration, at Meghan.Collins@lasoregon.org.
We celebrate diversity LASO is committed to being an organization that reflects the communities we serve and is diverse in race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or sensory, mental and physical abilities, work background, experience and education. We believe that the outcome of such diversity is our greatest strength and a matter of basic human fairness. It is to this end that we strongly encourage applications from people of color and people from any other underrepresented and historically marginalized group to apply for this position.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position: Secondary English Language Arts Teacher Reports to: Assistant Principal of Instruction Location: STRIVE Prep - Westwood Salary: $41,000 - $58,000*
STRIVE Prep is a Denver-based community of public charter schools that challenges every student to strive for college and thrive throughout life by helping them to discover and develop the knowledge, skills and confidence necessary to succeed in college and beyond. We encourage you to read our 2020 Impact Report and learn more about what a career at STRIVE Prep is like here .
We seek dedicated educators that live STRIVE Prep’s core values every day:
Core Beliefs - Achievement
Commitment 1: I commit to celebrating academic and personal success for all.
Commitment 2: I commit to holding myself and others accountable to high expectations.
Commitment 3: I commit to bringing passion and joy to my work.
Core Beliefs - Justice
Commitment 1: I commit to intentionally disrupt inequity, bias, and systems of oppression.
Commitment 2: I commit to creating an environment of safe body, mind, and heart.
Commitment 3: I commit to building a community where each person can bring their full, authentic self.
Core Beliefs - Perseverance
Commitment 1: I commit to the belief that we grow and get smarter through effort and by making mistakes.
Commitment 2: I commit to showing up Con Ganas, where we never give up even when the work is hard.
Commitment 3: I commit to showing up with integrity and doing the right thing even when the road is tough.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Instruction:
Provide high-quality instruction in English Language Arts.
Analyze student assessment data and determine the next steps.
Build and revise the curriculum to best meet the needs of students.
Provide fair, accurate, and constructive feedback to students on their progress.
Collaborate with other teachers, school leaders, curriculum specialists, and the special education team to ensure that instruction is always meeting the needs of all learners.
Culture:
Lead a student advisory at the beginning and end of each school day, and serve as the main point of contact and advocate for students in an advisory of approximately 30 students.
Establish systems and routines in order to create a safe, purposeful and welcoming classroom environment.
Communicate regularly and often with families to both solicit their input and share student social and academic progress.
Provide supervision of students during both lunch and recess activities.
Development:
Participate in STRIVE Prep’s Summer Training Institute in July as well as professional development throughout the school year.
Attend and participate in weekly staff and grade level meetings.
Participate in regular instructional coaching meetings.
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor of Arts or Sciences degree
Achieve Qualified Teacher status (teacher’s license not required) within six weeks of starting through one of the approved channels outlined by the Colorado Department of Education. You can find more information here .
All teachers at STRIVE Prep must be fully qualified to provide English Language Acquisition (ELA) services through one of the following means: the DPS ELA Training Program, advanced coursework, or a Colorado endorsement. Teachers who are not ELA qualified at the time of hire will be required to complete the DPS ELA training program during their first two years of employment at STRIVE Prep.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Speaks Spanish
Strong understanding of instructional strategies to support Emergent Bilinguals / Language Learners
Experience working with historically marginalized communities in any setting
Strong understanding of achieving academic excellence through culturally responsive teaching and critical pedagogy framework
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
This is a full-time exempt position and is eligible for the following compensation and benefits:
*Competitive base compensation based on years of K-12 teacher of record experience and other relevant factors allowable by Colorado law and STRIVE Prep policy.
Health benefits (eligibility for full-time employees only)
100% employer-paid premium for employee-only medical coverage
Dental
Vision
Company Paid Employee Life Insurance
Voluntary Life (Employee, Spouse, Child)
Voluntary Critical Illness & Accidental Coverage
Voluntary Short-Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
Participation in the Colorado Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA) pension program (in lieu of Social Security tax) with an option to elect into a competitive 401(k) plan.
Applicable Pay for Performance increase upon successful completion of a full school year
This position may be eligible to be considered for the following stipend(s) determined by the Principal and based on campus need:
- Course Facilitator- $1000 per year - Course Lead- $3000 per year - Department Lead- MS- $2000 per year - Department Lead- HS- $3000 per year - Grade Level Lead $4000 per year - Homework Center $3000 per year - GT Coordinator $400 per year + $10 per ALP/TP per year
Time off benefits (eligibility for full-time employees only)
Based on hire date, employees are eligible for up to 8 days of Paid Time Off (PTO)
All employees receive summer vacation based on work location and position
Paid Designated Breaks
Up to 6 weeks of paid Family Leave (upon eligibility)
Paid Sabbatical (upon eligibility)
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION
STRIVE Prep is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. STRIVE Prep works to make a college preparatory education for all students in our community the norm, rather than the exception. To achieve this we are committed to building and sustaining a diverse team by maintaining hiring and recruiting processes that are free from bias.
Sep 01, 2021
Full time
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position: Secondary English Language Arts Teacher Reports to: Assistant Principal of Instruction Location: STRIVE Prep - Westwood Salary: $41,000 - $58,000*
STRIVE Prep is a Denver-based community of public charter schools that challenges every student to strive for college and thrive throughout life by helping them to discover and develop the knowledge, skills and confidence necessary to succeed in college and beyond. We encourage you to read our 2020 Impact Report and learn more about what a career at STRIVE Prep is like here .
We seek dedicated educators that live STRIVE Prep’s core values every day:
Core Beliefs - Achievement
Commitment 1: I commit to celebrating academic and personal success for all.
Commitment 2: I commit to holding myself and others accountable to high expectations.
Commitment 3: I commit to bringing passion and joy to my work.
Core Beliefs - Justice
Commitment 1: I commit to intentionally disrupt inequity, bias, and systems of oppression.
Commitment 2: I commit to creating an environment of safe body, mind, and heart.
Commitment 3: I commit to building a community where each person can bring their full, authentic self.
Core Beliefs - Perseverance
Commitment 1: I commit to the belief that we grow and get smarter through effort and by making mistakes.
Commitment 2: I commit to showing up Con Ganas, where we never give up even when the work is hard.
Commitment 3: I commit to showing up with integrity and doing the right thing even when the road is tough.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Instruction:
Provide high-quality instruction in English Language Arts.
Analyze student assessment data and determine the next steps.
Build and revise the curriculum to best meet the needs of students.
Provide fair, accurate, and constructive feedback to students on their progress.
Collaborate with other teachers, school leaders, curriculum specialists, and the special education team to ensure that instruction is always meeting the needs of all learners.
Culture:
Lead a student advisory at the beginning and end of each school day, and serve as the main point of contact and advocate for students in an advisory of approximately 30 students.
Establish systems and routines in order to create a safe, purposeful and welcoming classroom environment.
Communicate regularly and often with families to both solicit their input and share student social and academic progress.
Provide supervision of students during both lunch and recess activities.
Development:
Participate in STRIVE Prep’s Summer Training Institute in July as well as professional development throughout the school year.
Attend and participate in weekly staff and grade level meetings.
Participate in regular instructional coaching meetings.
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor of Arts or Sciences degree
Achieve Qualified Teacher status (teacher’s license not required) within six weeks of starting through one of the approved channels outlined by the Colorado Department of Education. You can find more information here .
All teachers at STRIVE Prep must be fully qualified to provide English Language Acquisition (ELA) services through one of the following means: the DPS ELA Training Program, advanced coursework, or a Colorado endorsement. Teachers who are not ELA qualified at the time of hire will be required to complete the DPS ELA training program during their first two years of employment at STRIVE Prep.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Speaks Spanish
Strong understanding of instructional strategies to support Emergent Bilinguals / Language Learners
Experience working with historically marginalized communities in any setting
Strong understanding of achieving academic excellence through culturally responsive teaching and critical pedagogy framework
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
This is a full-time exempt position and is eligible for the following compensation and benefits:
*Competitive base compensation based on years of K-12 teacher of record experience and other relevant factors allowable by Colorado law and STRIVE Prep policy.
Health benefits (eligibility for full-time employees only)
100% employer-paid premium for employee-only medical coverage
Dental
Vision
Company Paid Employee Life Insurance
Voluntary Life (Employee, Spouse, Child)
Voluntary Critical Illness & Accidental Coverage
Voluntary Short-Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
Participation in the Colorado Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA) pension program (in lieu of Social Security tax) with an option to elect into a competitive 401(k) plan.
Applicable Pay for Performance increase upon successful completion of a full school year
This position may be eligible to be considered for the following stipend(s) determined by the Principal and based on campus need:
- Course Facilitator- $1000 per year - Course Lead- $3000 per year - Department Lead- MS- $2000 per year - Department Lead- HS- $3000 per year - Grade Level Lead $4000 per year - Homework Center $3000 per year - GT Coordinator $400 per year + $10 per ALP/TP per year
Time off benefits (eligibility for full-time employees only)
Based on hire date, employees are eligible for up to 8 days of Paid Time Off (PTO)
All employees receive summer vacation based on work location and position
Paid Designated Breaks
Up to 6 weeks of paid Family Leave (upon eligibility)
Paid Sabbatical (upon eligibility)
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION
STRIVE Prep is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. STRIVE Prep works to make a college preparatory education for all students in our community the norm, rather than the exception. To achieve this we are committed to building and sustaining a diverse team by maintaining hiring and recruiting processes that are free from bias.
WHO WE ARESER-Jobs is a nonprofit community organization that educates and equips people in the Texas Gulf Coast Region who come from low-income backgrounds or who have significant barriers to employment. We believe the power and purpose of work can transform lives and communities. SER is the Spanish verb, “to be,” so that is exactly what we impart on the people we serve - that they can be whatever they want “to be.”
Brighter Futures: We empower our clients “to be” the best they can, and “to be” in the career path that fits their talents and interests.
Better Opportunities: SER engages employers in strong-growth industries “to be” an opportunity of a lifetime to someone who needs a second chance (or maybe even a first).
Bigger Network: We aim “to be” in strong partnerships with complementary organizations throughout the communities we serve.
VISION To be the premier workforce opportunity provider in the Texas Gulf Coast Region. MISSION STATEMENT To help individuals from low-income communities transform their lives through education, training employment, and financial empowerment services. VALUES Accountability ~ Innovation ~ Respect ~ Excellence ~ Equality ABOUT THE POSITION Job Title: Program Coordinator - Process FLSA Status: Exempt Department: Programs Reports To: Assistant Director of Programs Typical Workdays: Monday – Friday; some evenings and weekends Typical Work Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Overtime Required: N/A Education: Associate’s degree in a field appropriate to the area of assignment. Bachelor's degree preferred PLUS Related Experience: Minimum of 2 years of Program Coordinator experience OR an equivalent combination of progressively responsible Program Coordinator experience and college course work from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved. Training: N/A Licenses & Certifications: N/A POSITION SUMMARY The Program Coordinator - Process, is responsible for the implementation, execution, and completion of specific programs and projects ensuring consistency with Company strategy, commitments, and goals. This position coordinates activities and functions of a designated grant or contract to ensure that goals and objectives are accomplished in accordance with established priorities, time limitations, funding limitations, or other specifications. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS COORDIATION DUTIES
Contribute to the development of strategic plans and internal processes to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of program efforts.
Work closely with program staff to identify target client populations and develop strategies to best promote SER-Jobs’ services to those groups.
Assist with planning and organizing programs, services, and activities as well as carry out important operational duties.
Provide connectivity for clients and maintain relationships using judgment and discretion.
Identify gaps and opportunities for SER-Jobs’ programs and services.
Deliver timely results of scheduled tasks and coordinate with various team members.
Work under and closely with the Director and/or Assistant Director for the designated program area but will also interface broadly across a wide spectrum of organization staff at all levels as well as external stakeholders. This may include current and former clients, current and potential community and employer partners, general public, etc.
Confer with and advise staff, program participants, and others to provide technical advice and assistance, problem-solving, answers to questions, and policy/grant/contract interpretation. Refers to appropriate subject matter expert when unable to respond.
Coordinate activities of the program and specific grant/contract with inter-related activities of other program areas and grants/contracts, departments, or staff to ensure optimum efficiency and compliance with appropriate policies, procedures, and specifications.
Prepare periodic reports, executive summaries, statements, records, etc. on program activities, progress, status, or other variables for management upon request.
Review applications or other program documents independently or in conjunction with supervisor to determine eligibility, acceptance, etc. or make decision pertaining to the program.
Recruit program participants utilizing the most appropriate promotional or marketing methods.
Interact and liaise with program participants, employer and community partners, and other external stakeholders in facilitating program objectives.
Perform program specific duties in compliance with the policies and procedures governing the program and ensure that it is operating at maximum capacity and efficiency.
Participate in solicitation of funding requests from outside sponsors.
Create presentations, summaries, and other helpful materials to ensure better communication and company-wide understanding of the program.
Manage deadlines and progress across the team to ensure deliverables are met on time and within budget.
Collect and analyze feedback from program participants to gauge satisfaction and success.
Maintain accurate and complete records as required. Maintain quality and timely data entry per grant specifications.
Actively participate in regular staff meetings and staff trainings and accept the responsibility for aiding the development of positive team relationships.
Provide support, as needed, to other core programs, including cross-training in other service areas. Assist with special projects and other tasks deemed necessary to achieve overall goals and to operate a successful program.
Refer clients to other community partners or agencies to address personal, social and behavioral concerns.
Able to deescalate situations while keeping the best interest of all stakeholders focused on the mission of SERJobs and its partners.
Other duties as assigned.
PROCESS DUTIES
Research and gain full understanding of SER-Jobs’ programs as well as its target outcomes.
Develop and schedule program work and determine priorities in accordance with grant/contract specifications and funding limitations.
Analyze the program and follow-up to verify quality and to ensure activities and services achieve stated objectives and outcomes. Revise program goals and objectives to meet the changing needs of program participants.
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Previous experience as an effective program coordinator or relevant position.
Demonstrated solid knowledge of and extensive experience with job development procedures.
Proven track record of establishing the trusted partner relationship required to raise awareness, and in determining how employer partners and SER-Jobs can establish a reciprocal relationship.
Experience with and knowledge of budgeting, bookkeeping, and reporting.
Must be technically savvy with demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent time-management and organizational skills with a keen focus on attention to details.
Demonstrated ability to work with diverse and multi-disciplinary teams.
Excellent knowledge of SER-Jobs workforce training opportunities and programs.
Demonstrated ability to be well-organized and to delegate work where appropriate.
Must consistently demonstrate strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
Natural talent for formulating and implementing innovative ideas for promoting SER-Jobs.
Good business acumen with excellent networking and public speaking skills.
Ability to work independently but within a strategic framework.
Must be able to handle information in a confidential manner.
Proactive thinker who identifies issues and proposes solutions.
Valid driver license – some travel required.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to ensure that the essential job functions can be performed and not hinder the employee’s performance due to physical, mental, or emotional impairment, and does not cause undue hardship for the Company.
Aug 09, 2021
Full time
WHO WE ARESER-Jobs is a nonprofit community organization that educates and equips people in the Texas Gulf Coast Region who come from low-income backgrounds or who have significant barriers to employment. We believe the power and purpose of work can transform lives and communities. SER is the Spanish verb, “to be,” so that is exactly what we impart on the people we serve - that they can be whatever they want “to be.”
Brighter Futures: We empower our clients “to be” the best they can, and “to be” in the career path that fits their talents and interests.
Better Opportunities: SER engages employers in strong-growth industries “to be” an opportunity of a lifetime to someone who needs a second chance (or maybe even a first).
Bigger Network: We aim “to be” in strong partnerships with complementary organizations throughout the communities we serve.
VISION To be the premier workforce opportunity provider in the Texas Gulf Coast Region. MISSION STATEMENT To help individuals from low-income communities transform their lives through education, training employment, and financial empowerment services. VALUES Accountability ~ Innovation ~ Respect ~ Excellence ~ Equality ABOUT THE POSITION Job Title: Program Coordinator - Process FLSA Status: Exempt Department: Programs Reports To: Assistant Director of Programs Typical Workdays: Monday – Friday; some evenings and weekends Typical Work Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Overtime Required: N/A Education: Associate’s degree in a field appropriate to the area of assignment. Bachelor's degree preferred PLUS Related Experience: Minimum of 2 years of Program Coordinator experience OR an equivalent combination of progressively responsible Program Coordinator experience and college course work from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved. Training: N/A Licenses & Certifications: N/A POSITION SUMMARY The Program Coordinator - Process, is responsible for the implementation, execution, and completion of specific programs and projects ensuring consistency with Company strategy, commitments, and goals. This position coordinates activities and functions of a designated grant or contract to ensure that goals and objectives are accomplished in accordance with established priorities, time limitations, funding limitations, or other specifications. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS COORDIATION DUTIES
Contribute to the development of strategic plans and internal processes to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of program efforts.
Work closely with program staff to identify target client populations and develop strategies to best promote SER-Jobs’ services to those groups.
Assist with planning and organizing programs, services, and activities as well as carry out important operational duties.
Provide connectivity for clients and maintain relationships using judgment and discretion.
Identify gaps and opportunities for SER-Jobs’ programs and services.
Deliver timely results of scheduled tasks and coordinate with various team members.
Work under and closely with the Director and/or Assistant Director for the designated program area but will also interface broadly across a wide spectrum of organization staff at all levels as well as external stakeholders. This may include current and former clients, current and potential community and employer partners, general public, etc.
Confer with and advise staff, program participants, and others to provide technical advice and assistance, problem-solving, answers to questions, and policy/grant/contract interpretation. Refers to appropriate subject matter expert when unable to respond.
Coordinate activities of the program and specific grant/contract with inter-related activities of other program areas and grants/contracts, departments, or staff to ensure optimum efficiency and compliance with appropriate policies, procedures, and specifications.
Prepare periodic reports, executive summaries, statements, records, etc. on program activities, progress, status, or other variables for management upon request.
Review applications or other program documents independently or in conjunction with supervisor to determine eligibility, acceptance, etc. or make decision pertaining to the program.
Recruit program participants utilizing the most appropriate promotional or marketing methods.
Interact and liaise with program participants, employer and community partners, and other external stakeholders in facilitating program objectives.
Perform program specific duties in compliance with the policies and procedures governing the program and ensure that it is operating at maximum capacity and efficiency.
Participate in solicitation of funding requests from outside sponsors.
Create presentations, summaries, and other helpful materials to ensure better communication and company-wide understanding of the program.
Manage deadlines and progress across the team to ensure deliverables are met on time and within budget.
Collect and analyze feedback from program participants to gauge satisfaction and success.
Maintain accurate and complete records as required. Maintain quality and timely data entry per grant specifications.
Actively participate in regular staff meetings and staff trainings and accept the responsibility for aiding the development of positive team relationships.
Provide support, as needed, to other core programs, including cross-training in other service areas. Assist with special projects and other tasks deemed necessary to achieve overall goals and to operate a successful program.
Refer clients to other community partners or agencies to address personal, social and behavioral concerns.
Able to deescalate situations while keeping the best interest of all stakeholders focused on the mission of SERJobs and its partners.
Other duties as assigned.
PROCESS DUTIES
Research and gain full understanding of SER-Jobs’ programs as well as its target outcomes.
Develop and schedule program work and determine priorities in accordance with grant/contract specifications and funding limitations.
Analyze the program and follow-up to verify quality and to ensure activities and services achieve stated objectives and outcomes. Revise program goals and objectives to meet the changing needs of program participants.
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Previous experience as an effective program coordinator or relevant position.
Demonstrated solid knowledge of and extensive experience with job development procedures.
Proven track record of establishing the trusted partner relationship required to raise awareness, and in determining how employer partners and SER-Jobs can establish a reciprocal relationship.
Experience with and knowledge of budgeting, bookkeeping, and reporting.
Must be technically savvy with demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent time-management and organizational skills with a keen focus on attention to details.
Demonstrated ability to work with diverse and multi-disciplinary teams.
Excellent knowledge of SER-Jobs workforce training opportunities and programs.
Demonstrated ability to be well-organized and to delegate work where appropriate.
Must consistently demonstrate strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
Natural talent for formulating and implementing innovative ideas for promoting SER-Jobs.
Good business acumen with excellent networking and public speaking skills.
Ability to work independently but within a strategic framework.
Must be able to handle information in a confidential manner.
Proactive thinker who identifies issues and proposes solutions.
Valid driver license – some travel required.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to ensure that the essential job functions can be performed and not hinder the employee’s performance due to physical, mental, or emotional impairment, and does not cause undue hardship for the Company.
Position: ELD Resource Teacher Reports to: Assistant Principal of Student Services Department: English Language Development Location: STRIVE Prep various campuses Salary: $41,000-$58,000 based on years of experience
STRIVE Prep is a Denver-based community of public charter schools that challenges every student to strive for college and thrive throughout life by helping them to discover and develop the knowledge, skills and confidence necessary to succeed in college and beyond. We encourage you to read our 2020 Impact Report and learn more about what a career at STRIVE Prep is like here .
We seek dedicated educators that live STRIVE Prep’s core values of achievement, justice, & perseverance every day and are committed to growing as an anti-racist educator .
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Build the capacity of Departments teams and individual teachers through strategic curriculum development, co-planning, and data analysis
Create supplemental resources, materials and instructional scaffolds in collaboration with core content teachers.
Collaborate with the ELD Department, English Language Acquisition Admin, and Director of English Language Services on various Professional Development opportunities throughout the year
Act as an advocate, instructor and case manager for various Emergent Bilingual subgroups, including New-to-Country and Dually Identified students
Plan and implement Dedicated English Language Development and sheltered instruction lessons
DAY IN THE LIFE
Teach a 90 minute instructional block for beginning proficiency level cohort. This block will provide both Dedicated ELD instruction and sheltered English Language Arts instruction at alternating times.
Facilitate co-planning meetings with content area teachers to support planning for Content Language Objectives, explicit language instruction, and scaffolding. Meetings for each teacher will be bi-weekly and follow a set schedule for consistency.
Provide additional support for new-to-country students in content classes as needed.
90 minutes of planning time.
Weekly coaching meeting.
REQUIREMENTS
A strong knowledge of second language acquisition
Prior experience teaching ELD
Asset-based mindset for working with Emergent Bilinguals
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
Spanish language skills
Coaching or co-teaching experience
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
This is a full-time exempt position and is eligible for the following compensation and benefits:
*Competitive base compensation based on years of relevant experience and other relevant factors allowable by Colorado law and STRIVE Prep policy.
Health benefits (eligibility for full-time employees only) 100% employer-paid premium for employee-only medical coverage
Dental
Vision
Company Paid Employee Life Insurance
Voluntary Life (Employee, Spouse, Child)
Voluntary Critical Illness & Accidental Coverage
Voluntary Short-Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
Participation in the Colorado Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA) pension program (in lieu of Social Security tax) with an option to elect into a competitive 401(k) plan.
Applicable Pay for Performance increase upon successful completion of a full school year
Time off benefits Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Designated Breaks
Up to 6 weeks of paid Family Leave (upon eligibility)
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION
STRIVE Prep is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. STRIVE Prep works to make a college preparatory education for all students in our community the norm, rather than the exception. To achieve this we are committed to building and sustaining a diverse team by maintaining hiring and recruiting processes that are free from bias.
Jul 06, 2021
Full time
Position: ELD Resource Teacher Reports to: Assistant Principal of Student Services Department: English Language Development Location: STRIVE Prep various campuses Salary: $41,000-$58,000 based on years of experience
STRIVE Prep is a Denver-based community of public charter schools that challenges every student to strive for college and thrive throughout life by helping them to discover and develop the knowledge, skills and confidence necessary to succeed in college and beyond. We encourage you to read our 2020 Impact Report and learn more about what a career at STRIVE Prep is like here .
We seek dedicated educators that live STRIVE Prep’s core values of achievement, justice, & perseverance every day and are committed to growing as an anti-racist educator .
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Build the capacity of Departments teams and individual teachers through strategic curriculum development, co-planning, and data analysis
Create supplemental resources, materials and instructional scaffolds in collaboration with core content teachers.
Collaborate with the ELD Department, English Language Acquisition Admin, and Director of English Language Services on various Professional Development opportunities throughout the year
Act as an advocate, instructor and case manager for various Emergent Bilingual subgroups, including New-to-Country and Dually Identified students
Plan and implement Dedicated English Language Development and sheltered instruction lessons
DAY IN THE LIFE
Teach a 90 minute instructional block for beginning proficiency level cohort. This block will provide both Dedicated ELD instruction and sheltered English Language Arts instruction at alternating times.
Facilitate co-planning meetings with content area teachers to support planning for Content Language Objectives, explicit language instruction, and scaffolding. Meetings for each teacher will be bi-weekly and follow a set schedule for consistency.
Provide additional support for new-to-country students in content classes as needed.
90 minutes of planning time.
Weekly coaching meeting.
REQUIREMENTS
A strong knowledge of second language acquisition
Prior experience teaching ELD
Asset-based mindset for working with Emergent Bilinguals
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
Spanish language skills
Coaching or co-teaching experience
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
This is a full-time exempt position and is eligible for the following compensation and benefits:
*Competitive base compensation based on years of relevant experience and other relevant factors allowable by Colorado law and STRIVE Prep policy.
Health benefits (eligibility for full-time employees only) 100% employer-paid premium for employee-only medical coverage
Dental
Vision
Company Paid Employee Life Insurance
Voluntary Life (Employee, Spouse, Child)
Voluntary Critical Illness & Accidental Coverage
Voluntary Short-Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
Participation in the Colorado Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA) pension program (in lieu of Social Security tax) with an option to elect into a competitive 401(k) plan.
Applicable Pay for Performance increase upon successful completion of a full school year
Time off benefits Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Designated Breaks
Up to 6 weeks of paid Family Leave (upon eligibility)
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION
STRIVE Prep is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. STRIVE Prep works to make a college preparatory education for all students in our community the norm, rather than the exception. To achieve this we are committed to building and sustaining a diverse team by maintaining hiring and recruiting processes that are free from bias.