Clerk I/II - Redding, United States - County of Shasta, CA

Description

Salary : $35, $48,024.00 Annually

Location : 96001, CA

Job Type: Full-Time Regular

Job Number: 011-2_DA_043024

Department: District Attorney's Office

Opening Date: 05/06/2024

Closing Date: 5/20/2024 5:00 PM Pacific

THE CURRENT VACANCY IS IN THE

DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE

ORAL EXAM IS TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED FOR MAY 2024

SKILLS OR EXPERIENCES LISTED UNDER THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

STATEMENT MAY ALSO BE USED TO SCREEN APPLICATIONS

RESPONSES TO SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS REQUIRED

FINAL FILING DATE: MAY 20, 2024 AT 5:00 PM

SALARY INFORMATION

Clerk I: $2,971 - $3,793 APPROXIMATE MONTHLY* / $ $21.88 APPROXIMATE HOURLY*

Clerk II: $3,136 - $4,002 APPROXIMATE MONTHLY* / $ $23.09 APPROXIMATE HOURLY*

*Please refer to the appropriate Bargaining Unit Memorandum of Understanding for potential future salary increases* Please visit

ABOUT SHASTA COUNTY

Shasta County offers all the amenities of the big city while retaining a comfortable small-town atmosphere. With its natural beauty, affordable housing, excellent educational system, abundance of recreational opportunities, and excellent quality of life, Shasta County is a great place to live, work, and raise a family.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The District Attorney evaluates all reported crimes to determine if sufficient evidence exists to prosecute individuals for felony and misdemeanor offenses. In those cases where the District Attorney finds sufficient evidence, a criminal prosecution is undertaken. The Department also supervises the Victim/Witness Program.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Under close supervision, to perform clerical work which does not require speed typing skills; to learn and utilize pertinent subject matter procedures, precedents and policies; and to perform related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the entry level for the clerical class series which does not require speed typing skills. Incumbents normally are considered to be in training status and work under close supervision, performing repetitive and clearly defined tasks.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate should have good attention to detail, office experience working in a file room, pulling files and data entry for a daily calendar, scanning case files into a document storage system as well as assisting other clerks in the department with various office related duties.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Clerk I:

Interviews individuals in a public office or over the telephone, obtains or furnishes the desired information or refers them to the proper sources; completes or assists others with the completion of a variety of forms, documents and records; receives money in payment of bills, fines and fees; gives receipts and keeps records of collections; sorts, codes, posts, proofs, alphabetizes, indexes and files a variety of materials; checks reports, records and other data for accuracy; assists with the preparation of reports; accepts and delivers messages; pages and locates staff; counts and balances cash; receives, distributes and dispatches mail; follows up on materials sent to other people for review or completion; learns to operate a variety of office equipment, including a typewriter, copiers, calculator, and dispatch radio; may learn to operate switchboard; may serve as receptionist; learns codes, regulations and terminology essential to department.

Clerk II:

Interviews individuals in a public office or over the telephone and obtains or furnishes the desired information or refers them to the proper source; completes or assists others with completion of a variety of forms, documents and records; receives money in payment of bills, fines and fees; gives receipts and keeps records of collections; sorts, codes, posts, proofs, alphabetizes, indexes and files a variety of materials; checks reports, records and other data for accuracy; researches, extracts, transfers and summarizes information from records; prepares statistical reports; prepares acknowledgment and replies to letters; screens and schedules appointments; accepts and delivers messages; pages and locates staff; counts and balances cash; receives, distributes and dispatches mail; follows up on materials sent to other people for review or completion; keeps stock of office supplies and orders new supplies when needed; operates a variety of office equipment, including a typewriter, copier, calculator and dispatch radio; may operate a switchboard periodically; may serve as receptionist.

TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience sufficient to directly demonstrate possession and application of the following:

Clerk I:

Knowledge of: Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; basic arithmetic skills.

Ability to: Understand oral and written directions; learn office rules, methods and procedures; learn to operate various standard office machines; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Clerk II:

Knowledge of: Modern office practice and procedures; proper techniques in operation of modern office machines.

Ability to: Perform responsible clerical work under general supervision; use good judgment in choosing among available alternatives; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; establish and maintain cooperative working relationship.

These employment standards are typically attained with one year of experience comparable to that of a Clerk I with Shasta County.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS

Responses to the following must be submitted with a completed application.

1. Do you have work experience in an office setting? Yes___ No___
2. If yes, please describe your experience and include your dates of employment. If no, please type "n/a"
3. Do you have filing experience? Yes___ No___
4. If yes, please describe your experience. If no, please type "n/a".
5. Do you have experience with office equipment? Yes___ No___
6. If yes, please describe what office equipment you have used. If no, please type "n/a".

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to stand, reach with hands and arms, and climb or balance. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include depth perception.

Employee must know how to lift correctly when moving files; know proper procedure when taking checks up and down stairs for signing; also correct procedure for climbing on ladder to retrieve checks in vault in Treasurer-Tax Collector's Office.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

• All new employees are required to have their paycheck directly deposited to a bank account.
• Some positions may require a valid California driver's license and acceptable driving record according to County policy.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for those persons who are disabled under the Americans with Disabilities Act to perform the essential functions of the position.
• As part of the selection process, all individuals provided with a preliminary offer of employment with Shasta County will be subject to a background investigation, including a criminal history check (primarily completed through the taking of fingerprints). An image of your fingerprints will be captured and sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history, (if any), will be evaluated along with the other information received in connection with your application. Except as otherwise required by law, a criminal conviction will not necessarily disqualify you from the position. The nature of the offense, the date of the offense, the surrounding circumstances, and the relevance of the offense to the position applied for may, however, be considered.
• Based on the results of the background investigation and criminal history check, applicants may then be provided with an offer of employment conditioned on the results of a medical examination, which includes drug/alcohol testing.
• Shasta County participates in E-Verify. For more information visit If you do not have internet access, contact Personnel at to request a flyer.
• In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, County employees, in the event of a disaster are considered disaster workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.
• Positions in this classification are covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the County and the United Public Employees of California - General Unit.
• Employees in this classification are covered under the CalPERS retirement program. Depending on the provisions of the California Public Employees' Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) and other applicable laws, an employee in this classification will be covered under one of the following CalPERS retirement formulas: (1) 2% at 55, (2) 2% at 60, or (3) 2% at 62. An employee in this classification will also contribute up to 9.5% his/her pay to this plan or will contribute such other amount to the plan as authorized by PEPRA and other applicable laws. Please visit our employees benefit page at for additional information regarding benefits and CalPERS coverage information. The provisions in this flyer and on the County's website are for information purposes only. To the extent the provisions of the flyer or the County's website are inconsistent with PEPRA and other applicable laws, PEPRA and other applicable laws shall govern.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURES

Shasta County Personnel will accept applications and responses to the supplemental questions until 5:00 p.m., on May 20, 2024. A Resume and/or Cover Letter will be accepted in addition to the application form but will not serve as a substitute for a completed application. It is not acceptable to complete the application with statements such as, "Refer to Resume and/or Cover Letter," or "See Attached Resume and/or Cover Letter" the employment application must be completed in its entirety prior to submission. Incomplete applications will not be processed. Closing date postmarks or faxes will NOT be accepted. This recruitment will establish a list that may or may not be used by other departments. Prior applicants must reapply to be considered.

Applicants will be screened and those considered best qualified will be invited to appear for an oral and/or written examination. Meeting the announced requirements does not guarantee inclusion into the selection process. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of additional application screening, written and/or practical exam(s), oral interview, or any combination thereof.

Veterans' Credit:Veterans (as defined by California Government Code section who have been discharged from military service under conditions other than dishonorable and who receive a passing score on all components of the employment examinations (up to and including oral examinations) shall receive credit for an additional five points to be added to their final examination score. To be considered for this credit, a veteran MUST provide a copy of his or her discharge document (DD-214 or equivalent) and information as to the type of discharge (honorable, dishonorable, etc.) WITH THE EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION ON OR BEFORE THE FINAL FILING DATE.

Applicants are encouraged to apply on-line at or submit an application to the Shasta County Personnel Office.

Arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities. Requests for accommodations may be made to the Shasta County Personnel Office by the filing deadline posted on this bulletin. Shasta County does not discriminate on the basis of disability. If you feel you are being denied service based on a disability, our ADA Coordinator may be reached at ; relay service ; fax

Shasta County will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Shasta County is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting

SHASTA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Shasta County Personnel

1450 Court Street, Suite 348; Redding, CA 96001;

NOTE:
Various bargaining units may have benefits that alter from this general summary. This summary of benefits is not a binding document and is provided as a courtesy. Refer to labor agreements (MOUs) for specific benefit information.

THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEES

Holidays:
12 paid holidays (96 hours) per year.

Vacation:
10 working days a year during the first three years of service; 15 working days a year - 4 through 9 years of service; 17 working days a year - 10 through 15 years of service; 20 working days a year - 16 or more years of service. Note - accrued vacation leave may not be used until after six months of employment. For purposes of vacation accrual, a working day is no more than 8 hours.

Sick Leave:
96 hours of sick leave are earned each year with no maximum accrual. Employees terminating in good standing after completion of 5 years of continuous service will receive a pro-rata payoff of accumulated sick leave. Unused sick leave may be converted to PERS service credit upon retirement. Note - accrued sick leave may not be used until after three months of employment. Accrued paid leave benefits are used in conjunction with FMLA/CFRA as appropriate.

Bereavement:
Maximum of 24 hours for each non-concurrent death in the immediate family.

Health Plan:
Shasta County contracts with PERS for medical insurance and has an alternative Blue Cross plan. Employees in the Teamsters bargaining unit are insured through a Teamsters Trust plan. Depending on the plan selected, the County pays most, or all, of the employee premium, and contributes a portion of the dependent premium. Contributions are made for a portion of a retiree's insurance premium.

Dental Plan:
The County pays a portion of the employee's and dependents' premium for dental insurance. The employee pays the full premium during the first six months of coverage.

Vision Plan:
The County pays the employee premium and employees may enroll dependents at their own expense.

Life Insurance:
The County pays the premium for life insurance for most employees. The amount of coverage varies by bargaining unit.

Retirement:
The County is in the Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) coordinated with Social Security. Members hired prior to May 8, 2011 are covered under the retirement formula of 2% @ 55 benefit. Members hired after May 8, 2011 but before January 1, 2013 are covered under the retirement formula of 2% @ 60 benefit. Members hired after January 1, 2013 are covered under the California Public Employees Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) with a benefit formula of 2% @ 62. Please review the specific MOU for stipulated retirement formulas.

Employees pay 7.75% of his or her salary, on a pre-tax basis for a period of time as specified in his or her labor contact, or Personnel Rules as appropriate.

Miscellaneous:

• Deferred Compensation plans available through specified companies.

• IRC Section 125 plan available for pre-tax payroll deductions for contributions towards un-reimbursed medical expenses and dependent care.

• Optional insurance products are available.

SHASTA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Any information on this page or links is subject to change without notice.

Shasta County Personnel

1450 Court Street, Room 348
Redding, CA



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Do you have work experience in an office setting?

• Yes
• No

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If yes, please describe your experience and include your dates of employment. If no, please type "n/a".

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Do you have filing experience?

• Yes
• No

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If yes, please describe your experience. If no, please type "n/a".

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Do you have experience with office equipment?

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• No

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If yes, please describe what office equipment you have used. If no, please type "n/a".

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