Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: WHY CHOOSE US? As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good. We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference. The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions. At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine! The American Red Cross is currently seeking a Mobile SAF-IS Chapter Program Director at the Wiesbaden Chapter to support the Service to Armed Forces and International Services Division mission. This position is responsible for the Wiesbaden, Spangdahlem, Stuttgart and Benelux Military Communities. T his position is regional, but also part of our mobile staff which requires meeting strict medical and security clearances prior to employment. In this role worldwide deployment is a condition of employment. Mobile staff members typically deploy for 6 months at a time typically, approximately once every 18-24 months, and can be sent to any military base in the world. This position does require weekend and evenings as needed. Is an accompanied location. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: Supervise team to administer the delivery of American Red Cross services to a complex military installation and/or hospital, along with the associated United States military members, veterans, and their families in accordance with Red Cross policies and procedures. Manage the daily operations and provide guidance, support, and assistance to Red Cross offices in establishing, growing, and maintaining programs and services. Provide support, development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers. Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures and other applicable Federal, State and local regulations. WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD: 1. Provide guidance, support, and assistance to Red Cross field personnel, and ensure SAF programs and services, Training Services, Disaster Cycle Services, and Armed Forces Blood Services are carried out consistently and in accordance with specified Red Cross policies and procedures within their assigned area. Responsible for management of a team which may include hiring, assigning work, coordinating, training, coaching, and evaluating performance of staff. 2. Build and cultivate external relationships with community leaders, senior military branch leaders, government, civic organizations and other charitable agencies. Capably represent Red Cross in dealing with diverse customer groups with differing regulations, procedures and missions. Outreach includes command meetings, education briefings, presentations or information sessions with community service organizations, local schools, etc. 3. Manage a volunteer program to meet the workforce model and enable delivery of programs and services. Assist with developing recruitment plans and ensure volunteer staff ratio reflects the diversity of the population being served. 4. Ensure the efficient and consistent delivery of programs and services to all clients in assigned area, including follow up and referrals. 5. Provide assistance on projects and work assignments as needed. Monitor and report on the outcomes and results of programs and services to ensure organizational accountability and make recommendations for continuous improvement to ensure metrics are consistently met. 6. Manage expenditures to ensure programs are operating within budget. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED : Education: Bachelor’s degree Experience: Minimum 3 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required. Managerial Experience: 1 year of lead or supervisory experience. Skills and Abilities: Must be able to operate independently, with initiative, and manage an assigned area of responsibility, with general supervision. Strong computer skills are required. Public speaking skills and the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing are required. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with multiple priorities are essential. Familiarity with military culture, regulations and protocol is strongly desired. Ability to work on a team. For mobile positions: U.S. citizenship is required. Must be able to obtain a secret security clearance and a no-fee U.S. passport. Worldwide mobility is a condition of employment and an essential function of this position. Must accept work assignments anywhere in the world, including conflict areas, where the American Red Cross is providing services to members of the military and their families. Must meet strict medical and physical requirements, including immunizations required by the U.S. military. May be required to wear military uniforms, and live and work in harsh and stressful environment in conflict areas. Periodically accompanies the military on deployments. Travel: Travel may be required. *Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted). A current, valid driver's license with good driving record is required. Work Conditions: 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. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE: Ideal candidates will have a passion for supporting military members with the physical stamina and emotional capacity to live and work alongside deployed military members in harsh climates and difficult environments. SAF/IS employees are servant leaders supporting deployed military members through difficult and challenging issues. Candidates need to thrive on service and teamwork. Candidates must be adaptable with an ability to manage through ambiguity engaging others in problem solving complex issues. Core Competencies Adaptability: Successful candidates must adjust to new situations quickly and have the ability to tackle the challenges these situations present. Independent Problem Solving: Successful candidates are capable of handling high-pressure situations by knowing who to engage in dialogue and up with actionable solutions Teamwork: Successful candidates have the ability to collaborate with team members, volunteers, and military personnel to achieve SAF/IS mission. Servant Leader: Successful candidates must be leaders who out others and the mission first. Someone who understands that deployment is a hardship, and our mission is to support our military personnel in uncomfortable situations and circumstances. BENEFITS FOR YOU: We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn. • Medical, Dental Vision plans • Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts • PTO: Starting at 15 days a year; based on FLSA status and tenure • Holidays: 11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays • 401K with 5% match • Paid Family Leave • Employee Assistance • Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term • Service Awards and recognition DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
Feb 14, 2024
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: WHY CHOOSE US? As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good. We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference. The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions. At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine! The American Red Cross is currently seeking a Mobile SAF-IS Chapter Program Director at the Wiesbaden Chapter to support the Service to Armed Forces and International Services Division mission. This position is responsible for the Wiesbaden, Spangdahlem, Stuttgart and Benelux Military Communities. T his position is regional, but also part of our mobile staff which requires meeting strict medical and security clearances prior to employment. In this role worldwide deployment is a condition of employment. Mobile staff members typically deploy for 6 months at a time typically, approximately once every 18-24 months, and can be sent to any military base in the world. This position does require weekend and evenings as needed. Is an accompanied location. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: Supervise team to administer the delivery of American Red Cross services to a complex military installation and/or hospital, along with the associated United States military members, veterans, and their families in accordance with Red Cross policies and procedures. Manage the daily operations and provide guidance, support, and assistance to Red Cross offices in establishing, growing, and maintaining programs and services. Provide support, development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers. Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures and other applicable Federal, State and local regulations. WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD: 1. Provide guidance, support, and assistance to Red Cross field personnel, and ensure SAF programs and services, Training Services, Disaster Cycle Services, and Armed Forces Blood Services are carried out consistently and in accordance with specified Red Cross policies and procedures within their assigned area. Responsible for management of a team which may include hiring, assigning work, coordinating, training, coaching, and evaluating performance of staff. 2. Build and cultivate external relationships with community leaders, senior military branch leaders, government, civic organizations and other charitable agencies. Capably represent Red Cross in dealing with diverse customer groups with differing regulations, procedures and missions. Outreach includes command meetings, education briefings, presentations or information sessions with community service organizations, local schools, etc. 3. Manage a volunteer program to meet the workforce model and enable delivery of programs and services. Assist with developing recruitment plans and ensure volunteer staff ratio reflects the diversity of the population being served. 4. Ensure the efficient and consistent delivery of programs and services to all clients in assigned area, including follow up and referrals. 5. Provide assistance on projects and work assignments as needed. Monitor and report on the outcomes and results of programs and services to ensure organizational accountability and make recommendations for continuous improvement to ensure metrics are consistently met. 6. Manage expenditures to ensure programs are operating within budget. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED : Education: Bachelor’s degree Experience: Minimum 3 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required. Managerial Experience: 1 year of lead or supervisory experience. Skills and Abilities: Must be able to operate independently, with initiative, and manage an assigned area of responsibility, with general supervision. Strong computer skills are required. Public speaking skills and the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing are required. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with multiple priorities are essential. Familiarity with military culture, regulations and protocol is strongly desired. Ability to work on a team. For mobile positions: U.S. citizenship is required. Must be able to obtain a secret security clearance and a no-fee U.S. passport. Worldwide mobility is a condition of employment and an essential function of this position. Must accept work assignments anywhere in the world, including conflict areas, where the American Red Cross is providing services to members of the military and their families. Must meet strict medical and physical requirements, including immunizations required by the U.S. military. May be required to wear military uniforms, and live and work in harsh and stressful environment in conflict areas. Periodically accompanies the military on deployments. Travel: Travel may be required. *Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted). A current, valid driver's license with good driving record is required. Work Conditions: 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. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE: Ideal candidates will have a passion for supporting military members with the physical stamina and emotional capacity to live and work alongside deployed military members in harsh climates and difficult environments. SAF/IS employees are servant leaders supporting deployed military members through difficult and challenging issues. Candidates need to thrive on service and teamwork. Candidates must be adaptable with an ability to manage through ambiguity engaging others in problem solving complex issues. Core Competencies Adaptability: Successful candidates must adjust to new situations quickly and have the ability to tackle the challenges these situations present. Independent Problem Solving: Successful candidates are capable of handling high-pressure situations by knowing who to engage in dialogue and up with actionable solutions Teamwork: Successful candidates have the ability to collaborate with team members, volunteers, and military personnel to achieve SAF/IS mission. Servant Leader: Successful candidates must be leaders who out others and the mission first. Someone who understands that deployment is a hardship, and our mission is to support our military personnel in uncomfortable situations and circumstances. BENEFITS FOR YOU: We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn. • Medical, Dental Vision plans • Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts • PTO: Starting at 15 days a year; based on FLSA status and tenure • Holidays: 11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays • 401K with 5% match • Paid Family Leave • Employee Assistance • Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term • Service Awards and recognition DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: Why Choose Us? As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good. We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference. The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions. At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine! We are currently seeking a professional, innovative and enthusiastic Executive Director for our Western North Carolina Chapter, based in Asheville, NC. The American Red Cross Western North Carolina Chapter serves a population of more than 775 thousand people in the counties of Buncombe, Cherokee, Clay, Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indians, Graham, Haywood, Henderson, Jackson, Macon, Madison, McDowell, Mitchell, Polk, Rutherford, Swain, Transylvania and Yancey. NOTE: In order to receive full consideration, please upload a formatted copy of your updated resume AND cover letter, when applying to this position. The hiring manager is requesting a cover letter, and your application will be considered incomplete without a cover letter. The successful candidate should live in the Asheville area. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: This position involves very little operational responsibility. It is an external-facing, community relations position. It is a plus if the successful candidate has established connections within the community. This position is responsible for supporting region-led mission capacity building, informing the regional leadership team of community needs and perceptions, and strengthening relationships across all elements of the community by communicating the American Red Cross programs, capabilities and opportunities for community involvement. Reporting to the Regional Chief Executive Officer, the position serves as the primary liaison to the community supported by Community Volunteer Leaders and the Chapter Board. This position works alongside the volunteers and employees assigned to deliver mission fulfillment in the Region and Chapter and is a member of the Region Leadership Team. This is accomplished through the following key areas of responsibility: 1. Serves as the Face of the Red Cross to maximize Red Cross presence and connectivity in the community and expand the community’s recognition of the breadth of the Red Cross contribution to the community. 2. Develops sustained community relationships to ensure capacity to achieve region mission goals. 3. Develops and manages the chapter board to effectively mobilize support and resources around the Red Cross mission. 4. Develops and manages community volunteer leaders to: serve as the Face of the Red Cross in assigned territories; to support mission capacity building by developing key community partnerships; and to recruit volunteers. 5. Influences to create an environment of teamwork and inclusion to effectively deliver against the Red Cross mission. Serves, when assigned, as a member of the Elected Officials Liaison Network supporting disaster responses across the nation. WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD: Serves as the Face of the Red Cross to maximize Red Cross presence and connectivity in the community and expand the community’s awareness of the breadth of the Red Cross contribution to the community. Manages a portfolio of strategic relationships with local elected officials and key community leaders and stakeholders with specific outcomes defined jointly by the Regional Executive and the Executive Director. This includes local elected government officials, legislators, and those with potential to collaborate with the Red Cross on volunteer recruitment and engagement, the disaster cycle (prepare, respond, recovery), Service to the Armed Forces, Training Services, and/or Biomedical Services as determined by the region. Conveys information and fosters increased awareness across the community of the full extent of Red Cross service delivery in a manner as to deepen the connectivity and commitment to the Red Cross as a primary partner, meriting community support. 2. Develops sustained community relationships to ensure capacity to achieve region mission goals. 2a. Revenue : ED to lead the chapter in supporting achievement of region revenue target, including support of Sound the Alarm events/STA fundraising target achievement (as applicable) and board member external solicitation goals; and meets assigned individual fundraising target by cultivating strong United Way relationships (as applicable), meeting annual chapter board member giving campaign, and maintaining a small number of key donor accounts as defined by the Regional Executive. 2.b. Mission Capacity Building : Supports achievement of the region volunteer engagement goals, blood collection goals, and community engagement mission goals by identifying and stewarding specific strategic relationships in the community and serving as a connector for internal stakeholders for these activities. Leverages the board mission capacity committee, biomed committee, diversity committee, and community volunteer leaders to meet established goals. 3. Develops and manages the chapter board to effectively mobilize support and resources around the Red Cross mission. The chapter board must meet all published board guidance for board membership, committees, and member engagement in the mission (has all required committees; board engagement plan completed for all board members using template provided; board members understand board member giving expectations and personally meet board member give and solicitation expectations). 4. Develops, leads, and manages community volunteer leaders who are responsible for serving as the Face of the Red Cross in assigned territories ; supporting mission capacity building by developing key community partnerships. 5. Influences to create an environment of teamwork and inclusion to effectively deliver against the Red Cross mission by ensuring that information flow is facilitated. The Executive Director informs the regional team, as well as volunteers and staff assigned to the chapter area, of community needs and communicates the American Red Cross programs and capacity needs to the community. 6. Serves as a member of the Elected Officials Liaison Network supporting disaster responses in the chapter area, regional area and nationally . May be asked to deploy to disasters outside the chapter jurisdiction for up to 2 weeks. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED: Education: Four-year college degree (BS/BA) in Business, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Finance or non-profit administration or equivalent experience required. Prefer Master’s degree in the field of community organization, public or business administration or non-profit management. Experience: Minimum of 7 years related experience. Demonstrated ability to exercise good and timely judgment in complex situations. Demonstrated ability for strong communications and influencing skills along with public speaking and writing. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement fundraising strategies. Demonstrated ability to build sustain community relationships/partnerships Proven experience in influencing others and building relationships. Management Experience: Minimum 1 year- related management/supervisory experience preferred. Experience working in an environment requiring flexibility and managing change. Other: Proficient with MS Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Familiarity with federal state and local employment laws. Skills & Abilities: Ability to work on a team. Travel: Travel within communities served and region, occasionally division. May travel and participate in meetings and conferences throughout chapter jurisdiction, state and Red Cross system. May include sitting for long periods of time, driving a vehicle and working under challenging conditions. A current valid driver's license and good driving record is required. *Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted). Physical Requirements: 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. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e., business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. BENEFITS FOR YOU: We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn. Medical, Dental Vision plans Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts PTO + Holidays 401K with 4% match Paid Family Leave Employee Assistance Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term Service Awards and recognition #LI-MM1 IND123 Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
Feb 14, 2024
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: Why Choose Us? As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good. We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference. The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions. At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine! We are currently seeking a professional, innovative and enthusiastic Executive Director for our Western North Carolina Chapter, based in Asheville, NC. The American Red Cross Western North Carolina Chapter serves a population of more than 775 thousand people in the counties of Buncombe, Cherokee, Clay, Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indians, Graham, Haywood, Henderson, Jackson, Macon, Madison, McDowell, Mitchell, Polk, Rutherford, Swain, Transylvania and Yancey. NOTE: In order to receive full consideration, please upload a formatted copy of your updated resume AND cover letter, when applying to this position. The hiring manager is requesting a cover letter, and your application will be considered incomplete without a cover letter. The successful candidate should live in the Asheville area. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: This position involves very little operational responsibility. It is an external-facing, community relations position. It is a plus if the successful candidate has established connections within the community. This position is responsible for supporting region-led mission capacity building, informing the regional leadership team of community needs and perceptions, and strengthening relationships across all elements of the community by communicating the American Red Cross programs, capabilities and opportunities for community involvement. Reporting to the Regional Chief Executive Officer, the position serves as the primary liaison to the community supported by Community Volunteer Leaders and the Chapter Board. This position works alongside the volunteers and employees assigned to deliver mission fulfillment in the Region and Chapter and is a member of the Region Leadership Team. This is accomplished through the following key areas of responsibility: 1. Serves as the Face of the Red Cross to maximize Red Cross presence and connectivity in the community and expand the community’s recognition of the breadth of the Red Cross contribution to the community. 2. Develops sustained community relationships to ensure capacity to achieve region mission goals. 3. Develops and manages the chapter board to effectively mobilize support and resources around the Red Cross mission. 4. Develops and manages community volunteer leaders to: serve as the Face of the Red Cross in assigned territories; to support mission capacity building by developing key community partnerships; and to recruit volunteers. 5. Influences to create an environment of teamwork and inclusion to effectively deliver against the Red Cross mission. Serves, when assigned, as a member of the Elected Officials Liaison Network supporting disaster responses across the nation. WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD: Serves as the Face of the Red Cross to maximize Red Cross presence and connectivity in the community and expand the community’s awareness of the breadth of the Red Cross contribution to the community. Manages a portfolio of strategic relationships with local elected officials and key community leaders and stakeholders with specific outcomes defined jointly by the Regional Executive and the Executive Director. This includes local elected government officials, legislators, and those with potential to collaborate with the Red Cross on volunteer recruitment and engagement, the disaster cycle (prepare, respond, recovery), Service to the Armed Forces, Training Services, and/or Biomedical Services as determined by the region. Conveys information and fosters increased awareness across the community of the full extent of Red Cross service delivery in a manner as to deepen the connectivity and commitment to the Red Cross as a primary partner, meriting community support. 2. Develops sustained community relationships to ensure capacity to achieve region mission goals. 2a. Revenue : ED to lead the chapter in supporting achievement of region revenue target, including support of Sound the Alarm events/STA fundraising target achievement (as applicable) and board member external solicitation goals; and meets assigned individual fundraising target by cultivating strong United Way relationships (as applicable), meeting annual chapter board member giving campaign, and maintaining a small number of key donor accounts as defined by the Regional Executive. 2.b. Mission Capacity Building : Supports achievement of the region volunteer engagement goals, blood collection goals, and community engagement mission goals by identifying and stewarding specific strategic relationships in the community and serving as a connector for internal stakeholders for these activities. Leverages the board mission capacity committee, biomed committee, diversity committee, and community volunteer leaders to meet established goals. 3. Develops and manages the chapter board to effectively mobilize support and resources around the Red Cross mission. The chapter board must meet all published board guidance for board membership, committees, and member engagement in the mission (has all required committees; board engagement plan completed for all board members using template provided; board members understand board member giving expectations and personally meet board member give and solicitation expectations). 4. Develops, leads, and manages community volunteer leaders who are responsible for serving as the Face of the Red Cross in assigned territories ; supporting mission capacity building by developing key community partnerships. 5. Influences to create an environment of teamwork and inclusion to effectively deliver against the Red Cross mission by ensuring that information flow is facilitated. The Executive Director informs the regional team, as well as volunteers and staff assigned to the chapter area, of community needs and communicates the American Red Cross programs and capacity needs to the community. 6. Serves as a member of the Elected Officials Liaison Network supporting disaster responses in the chapter area, regional area and nationally . May be asked to deploy to disasters outside the chapter jurisdiction for up to 2 weeks. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED: Education: Four-year college degree (BS/BA) in Business, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Finance or non-profit administration or equivalent experience required. Prefer Master’s degree in the field of community organization, public or business administration or non-profit management. Experience: Minimum of 7 years related experience. Demonstrated ability to exercise good and timely judgment in complex situations. Demonstrated ability for strong communications and influencing skills along with public speaking and writing. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement fundraising strategies. Demonstrated ability to build sustain community relationships/partnerships Proven experience in influencing others and building relationships. Management Experience: Minimum 1 year- related management/supervisory experience preferred. Experience working in an environment requiring flexibility and managing change. Other: Proficient with MS Office software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Familiarity with federal state and local employment laws. Skills & Abilities: Ability to work on a team. Travel: Travel within communities served and region, occasionally division. May travel and participate in meetings and conferences throughout chapter jurisdiction, state and Red Cross system. May include sitting for long periods of time, driving a vehicle and working under challenging conditions. A current valid driver's license and good driving record is required. *Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted). Physical Requirements: 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. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. The work environment will consist of moderate noise (i.e., business office with computers, phones and printers, light traffic). The employee must have the ability to work in a small cubicle and have the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. BENEFITS FOR YOU: We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn. Medical, Dental Vision plans Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts PTO + Holidays 401K with 4% match Paid Family Leave Employee Assistance Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term Service Awards and recognition #LI-MM1 IND123 Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
Pay Range:
$34.61 - $43.81 Hourly
Department:
Sheriff
Job Type:
Regular Represented
Exemption Status:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
The Opportunity:
The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office has partnered with National Testing Network (NTN) to administer the REACT exam for the position of Corrections Deputy - Lateral. Multnomah County Sheriff's Office will pay the transfer fee for any candidate who has an existing score with NTN, or will pay half of the fee associated with taking the REACT exam.
To register with NTN and schedule the REACT exam, go to www.nationaltestingnetwork.com :
Select 'Find Jobs', 'Corrections Jobs', and select 'Multnomah County Sheriff's Office'.
Complete the NTN registration process and schedule the REACT Exam.
Review all information related to the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office Corrections Deputy - Lateral position, including minimum requirements, salary, and benefits.
Review detailed information about the testing process.
Review the Frequently Asked Questions and take an online practice test (if desired).
Upon completion of your scheduled exam, scores are automatically forwarded to Multnomah County Sheriff's Office . Candidates who have completed an online Workday application with Multnomah County Sheriff's Office and attain a passing score of 70% or higher on the REACT exam will be placed on eligibility list.
OVERVIEW:
At Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO), we are dedicated to fostering an environment of safety, trust, and belonging for our employees and the diverse community that we serve. MCSO values the importance of serving all people with dignity and respect in order to support a safe and thriving community for everyone. If you are dedicated to equitable justice for all, have strong communication and conflict resolutions skills, are dependable, resourceful, and believe in providing unwavering compassion through exemplary public safety service, we invite you to join our team and begin or continue your public safety career with the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office.
Corrections Deputies are required to become proficient in the use of side-arms, chemical agents and other riot control weapons, in addition to the use of emergency communication systems, the practical application of self-defense tactics and the unarmed physical control of inmates. Corrections Deputies must possess good judgment, act appropriately and responsibly, and have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Once you have mastered the basic duties of a Corrections Deputy, there are many special assignments available throughout the agency, including assignments in Classification, Close Street Supervision, Court Services, Transport Unit, Work Crew, Intelligence and Life Safety. You may also choose to join a specialty team, such as the Crisis Negotiation Team, the Corrections Emergency Response Team (CERT), Honor Guard or the Corrections Critical Incident Response Team.
Duties expected of a Corrections Deputy:
Book, interview, classify and process inmates into jail; conduct searches of inmates; release from custody and return property.
Count, control and monitor inmate movement and activity in housing units, modules, cells and open dormitory settings; monitor suicidal inmates to determine if they require suicidal watch and provide counseling and coordination of medical services; conduct security and welfare checks and connect inmates with mental health services; search jail areas for contraband; secure and maintain evidence.
Escort inmates to areas and events within the institution, court appearances, personal interviews, medical care and other institutions; assemble and monitor inmates for transports to and from other counties, state facilities, extraditions and others; supervise and monitor meal times and recreational activities; supervise inmate work crews; prepare daily work release logs and investigate and report violations.
Control violent and/or mentally ill inmates; prepare daily count and inmate assignment sheets; document, record and write reports on inmate behavior and other applicable information.
Respond to backup calls for medical, inmate assaults and other emergency situations; testify in court related to crimes committed in custody.
Maintain security within the institution and oversee the health and safety of staff, inmates and the public; control access and maintain inventory of keys; operate control rooms and panels; monitor and access security doors, gates, cameras, alarms and video terminals; perform general facility maintenance.
Assist inmates with information regarding personal records, accounts, grievances, social visits and court proceedings; provide information and assistance regarding criminal cases to staff and the public; communicate and work with courts, records, medical staff, programs staff, other departments and agencies.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Incentives for qualified lateral candidates: The intent of the lateral incentive program is to hire candidates who do not need to complete the Department of Public Safety Standards & Training ( DPSST) Basic Academy. Candidates either need to be certified in Oregon at time of hire, or must obtain certification through the DPSST Career Officer Development ( COD) program. Eligibility for the COD program cannot be determined until after hire. All lateral candidates must successfully complete a training program (FTEP) and a 12-month probationary period. Incentives will be paid out once certification status is finalized and as noted below.
The Sheriff may appoint lateral hires at a pay step commensurate to prior experience, up to Top Step 6. Pay is determined by agency size, specialized training, specialty assignments, supervisory experience and other job-related factors.
Lateral candidates do not have to attend the Basic Academy.
Lateral candidates are eligible for a $5,000 hiring bonus ($2,500 to be paid after passing FTEP, and remaining $2,500 to be paid upon successful completion of the COD and a 12-month probationary period).
At time of hire, forty (40) hours of sick leave and forty (40) hours of vacation will be added to the employee’s bank for usage.
Lateral hires holding Intermediate DPSST Certification will be eligible for incentive pay of an additional 5%, and lateral hires holding Advanced DPSST Certification will be eligible for incentive pay of an additional 10%.
Prior corrections experience will be considered as “County service” for the purpose of longevity pay. Longevity pay scale: 6-14 years = 2.5%, 15-19 years = 3.5%, 20+ years = 5%.
Up to 10 years of prior corrections experience will be considered as “continuous service” for the purpose of vacation accrual.
Relocation Reimbursement:
Candidates are eligible for moving expenses reimbursed up to $2,500 with submission of expense receipts.
Education Premium:
Candidates are eligible for an education premium of 1% for college coursework: 90 quarter hours or 60 semester hours.
Candidates are eligible for an education premium of 3% for a Bachelor's degree.
This premium pay is not cumulative and employees are eligible for one level only.
PLEASE NOTE:
As a Corrections Deputy with our agency you will be expected to work weekends, holidays, days, evenings or nights as scheduled. Overtime may be required and newly hired employees should expect to rotate through all shifts within the first year of employment. Corrections Deputies are represented by the Multnomah County Corrections Deputy Association (MCCDA).
Multnomah County Corrections Deputy Association (MCCDA) New Employee Benefits
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.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
At least three years of work experience as a certified, civilian corrections officer.
Must be currently employed or have been employed within the past 12 months as a certified, civilian corrections officer.
A high school diploma or equivalent.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must be a United States citizen or able to obtain citizenship to attend academy.
Must possess a valid driver’s license by time of appointment.
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 .
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.
Experience in public safety, social service or security setting.
Current certification as a State of Oregon DPSST Corrections Officer.
Experience in a command structure organization.
College level course work from an accredited institution.
*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:
A completed online Workday application with Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office and responses to any and all questionnaires that are sent after submission of an online application. If you are requesting veterans’ preference, please be prepared to attach your DD214 and veteran disability verification forms electronically to your application when requested.
A passing score of 70% or higher on the REACT Exam administered by National Testing Network (NTN). The REACT exam consists of five sections: Video Situational Judgement Test, Count Test, Reading Test, Report Writing Test and Public Safety Self Assessment. To register with NTN and schedule the REACT exam, please visit: www.nationaltestingnetwork.com .
Background, reference and education checks (Personal History Statement completed online).
Hiring interview.
All hire offers are contingent upon successful completion of a psychological evaluation, a physical and a drug screen.
For additional details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of The Selection Process page.
The following elements of a candidate’s background, if disclosed as the result of interview, investigation and/or self-disclosure, will automatically result in a termination of the selection process:
As an adult, being convicted of a felony crime.
Conviction of a Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants (DUII) within the last five years, or two DUIIs within the last ten years.
Present inability to legally drive in the State of Oregon.
Dishonorable discharge from any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces.
Recent (within five (5) years of application) or ongoing affiliation with, and/or support of an organization or group, which advocates the violent overthrow of the United States Government.
As an adult, selling, producing or financing the production or sale of illegal controlled substances.
Discharge from another law enforcement or corrections agency for cause that would be basis for discharge from the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office.
Evidence that the applicant has willfully provided false or misleading information during the application process, in the online application or Personal History Statement , or has attempted to gain unfair advantage during any phase of the testing or application process.
Inability to be certified by the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training.
Failure to meet minimum educational/training requirements.
The following factors, or any combination, may serve as a basis for a termination of the selection process:
Backgrounded by the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office within the last year with a recommendation not to hire.
As an adult, confinement in a correctional institution resulting from convictions totaling more than six (6) months.
Unfavorable recommendations(s) on the part of references or past or present employers.
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 exception 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
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:
Kasia Martinez
Email:
kasia.martinez@mcso.us
Phone:
+1 (503) 5224987
Jan 02, 2023
Full time
Pay Range:
$34.61 - $43.81 Hourly
Department:
Sheriff
Job Type:
Regular Represented
Exemption Status:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
The Opportunity:
The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office has partnered with National Testing Network (NTN) to administer the REACT exam for the position of Corrections Deputy - Lateral. Multnomah County Sheriff's Office will pay the transfer fee for any candidate who has an existing score with NTN, or will pay half of the fee associated with taking the REACT exam.
To register with NTN and schedule the REACT exam, go to www.nationaltestingnetwork.com :
Select 'Find Jobs', 'Corrections Jobs', and select 'Multnomah County Sheriff's Office'.
Complete the NTN registration process and schedule the REACT Exam.
Review all information related to the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office Corrections Deputy - Lateral position, including minimum requirements, salary, and benefits.
Review detailed information about the testing process.
Review the Frequently Asked Questions and take an online practice test (if desired).
Upon completion of your scheduled exam, scores are automatically forwarded to Multnomah County Sheriff's Office . Candidates who have completed an online Workday application with Multnomah County Sheriff's Office and attain a passing score of 70% or higher on the REACT exam will be placed on eligibility list.
OVERVIEW:
At Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO), we are dedicated to fostering an environment of safety, trust, and belonging for our employees and the diverse community that we serve. MCSO values the importance of serving all people with dignity and respect in order to support a safe and thriving community for everyone. If you are dedicated to equitable justice for all, have strong communication and conflict resolutions skills, are dependable, resourceful, and believe in providing unwavering compassion through exemplary public safety service, we invite you to join our team and begin or continue your public safety career with the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office.
Corrections Deputies are required to become proficient in the use of side-arms, chemical agents and other riot control weapons, in addition to the use of emergency communication systems, the practical application of self-defense tactics and the unarmed physical control of inmates. Corrections Deputies must possess good judgment, act appropriately and responsibly, and have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Once you have mastered the basic duties of a Corrections Deputy, there are many special assignments available throughout the agency, including assignments in Classification, Close Street Supervision, Court Services, Transport Unit, Work Crew, Intelligence and Life Safety. You may also choose to join a specialty team, such as the Crisis Negotiation Team, the Corrections Emergency Response Team (CERT), Honor Guard or the Corrections Critical Incident Response Team.
Duties expected of a Corrections Deputy:
Book, interview, classify and process inmates into jail; conduct searches of inmates; release from custody and return property.
Count, control and monitor inmate movement and activity in housing units, modules, cells and open dormitory settings; monitor suicidal inmates to determine if they require suicidal watch and provide counseling and coordination of medical services; conduct security and welfare checks and connect inmates with mental health services; search jail areas for contraband; secure and maintain evidence.
Escort inmates to areas and events within the institution, court appearances, personal interviews, medical care and other institutions; assemble and monitor inmates for transports to and from other counties, state facilities, extraditions and others; supervise and monitor meal times and recreational activities; supervise inmate work crews; prepare daily work release logs and investigate and report violations.
Control violent and/or mentally ill inmates; prepare daily count and inmate assignment sheets; document, record and write reports on inmate behavior and other applicable information.
Respond to backup calls for medical, inmate assaults and other emergency situations; testify in court related to crimes committed in custody.
Maintain security within the institution and oversee the health and safety of staff, inmates and the public; control access and maintain inventory of keys; operate control rooms and panels; monitor and access security doors, gates, cameras, alarms and video terminals; perform general facility maintenance.
Assist inmates with information regarding personal records, accounts, grievances, social visits and court proceedings; provide information and assistance regarding criminal cases to staff and the public; communicate and work with courts, records, medical staff, programs staff, other departments and agencies.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Incentives for qualified lateral candidates: The intent of the lateral incentive program is to hire candidates who do not need to complete the Department of Public Safety Standards & Training ( DPSST) Basic Academy. Candidates either need to be certified in Oregon at time of hire, or must obtain certification through the DPSST Career Officer Development ( COD) program. Eligibility for the COD program cannot be determined until after hire. All lateral candidates must successfully complete a training program (FTEP) and a 12-month probationary period. Incentives will be paid out once certification status is finalized and as noted below.
The Sheriff may appoint lateral hires at a pay step commensurate to prior experience, up to Top Step 6. Pay is determined by agency size, specialized training, specialty assignments, supervisory experience and other job-related factors.
Lateral candidates do not have to attend the Basic Academy.
Lateral candidates are eligible for a $5,000 hiring bonus ($2,500 to be paid after passing FTEP, and remaining $2,500 to be paid upon successful completion of the COD and a 12-month probationary period).
At time of hire, forty (40) hours of sick leave and forty (40) hours of vacation will be added to the employee’s bank for usage.
Lateral hires holding Intermediate DPSST Certification will be eligible for incentive pay of an additional 5%, and lateral hires holding Advanced DPSST Certification will be eligible for incentive pay of an additional 10%.
Prior corrections experience will be considered as “County service” for the purpose of longevity pay. Longevity pay scale: 6-14 years = 2.5%, 15-19 years = 3.5%, 20+ years = 5%.
Up to 10 years of prior corrections experience will be considered as “continuous service” for the purpose of vacation accrual.
Relocation Reimbursement:
Candidates are eligible for moving expenses reimbursed up to $2,500 with submission of expense receipts.
Education Premium:
Candidates are eligible for an education premium of 1% for college coursework: 90 quarter hours or 60 semester hours.
Candidates are eligible for an education premium of 3% for a Bachelor's degree.
This premium pay is not cumulative and employees are eligible for one level only.
PLEASE NOTE:
As a Corrections Deputy with our agency you will be expected to work weekends, holidays, days, evenings or nights as scheduled. Overtime may be required and newly hired employees should expect to rotate through all shifts within the first year of employment. Corrections Deputies are represented by the Multnomah County Corrections Deputy Association (MCCDA).
Multnomah County Corrections Deputy Association (MCCDA) New Employee Benefits
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.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
At least three years of work experience as a certified, civilian corrections officer.
Must be currently employed or have been employed within the past 12 months as a certified, civilian corrections officer.
A high school diploma or equivalent.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must be a United States citizen or able to obtain citizenship to attend academy.
Must possess a valid driver’s license by time of appointment.
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 .
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.
Experience in public safety, social service or security setting.
Current certification as a State of Oregon DPSST Corrections Officer.
Experience in a command structure organization.
College level course work from an accredited institution.
*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:
A completed online Workday application with Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office and responses to any and all questionnaires that are sent after submission of an online application. If you are requesting veterans’ preference, please be prepared to attach your DD214 and veteran disability verification forms electronically to your application when requested.
A passing score of 70% or higher on the REACT Exam administered by National Testing Network (NTN). The REACT exam consists of five sections: Video Situational Judgement Test, Count Test, Reading Test, Report Writing Test and Public Safety Self Assessment. To register with NTN and schedule the REACT exam, please visit: www.nationaltestingnetwork.com .
Background, reference and education checks (Personal History Statement completed online).
Hiring interview.
All hire offers are contingent upon successful completion of a psychological evaluation, a physical and a drug screen.
For additional details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of The Selection Process page.
The following elements of a candidate’s background, if disclosed as the result of interview, investigation and/or self-disclosure, will automatically result in a termination of the selection process:
As an adult, being convicted of a felony crime.
Conviction of a Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants (DUII) within the last five years, or two DUIIs within the last ten years.
Present inability to legally drive in the State of Oregon.
Dishonorable discharge from any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces.
Recent (within five (5) years of application) or ongoing affiliation with, and/or support of an organization or group, which advocates the violent overthrow of the United States Government.
As an adult, selling, producing or financing the production or sale of illegal controlled substances.
Discharge from another law enforcement or corrections agency for cause that would be basis for discharge from the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office.
Evidence that the applicant has willfully provided false or misleading information during the application process, in the online application or Personal History Statement , or has attempted to gain unfair advantage during any phase of the testing or application process.
Inability to be certified by the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training.
Failure to meet minimum educational/training requirements.
The following factors, or any combination, may serve as a basis for a termination of the selection process:
Backgrounded by the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office within the last year with a recommendation not to hire.
As an adult, confinement in a correctional institution resulting from convictions totaling more than six (6) months.
Unfavorable recommendations(s) on the part of references or past or present employers.
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 exception 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
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:
Kasia Martinez
Email:
kasia.martinez@mcso.us
Phone:
+1 (503) 5224987
Duties
The District Engineer is assigned to the Division of Support Services, Operations Engineering Staff within the Roseburg District. The incumbent provides program management, oversight and leadership, as well as technical advice to other Engineers, Civil Engineering Technicians, specialists and managers; ensures appropriate training, and oversees mentoring, including personally mentoring newer Engineers and Engineering Technicians in all phases of infrastructure design and contact administration with an emphasis on low volume roads and District timber sale program support; reviews and approves or designs structures and facilities prepared within the district including buildings, water and sewage systems, fish enhancement facilities, retaining walls, roads, dams, trails, major culverts, bridges, and wells; conducts technical studies and investigations and is relied upon as the authoritative source for technical information; must be able to communicate and work well with others throughout the organizations, as well as with outside agencies, and the public; must possess the ability to prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence and memoranda dealing with highly technical information in a manner that can be read and understood by others without technical engineering backgrounds.
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
U.S. Citizenship required
May be required to complete background investigation.
Meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males
Must provide resume and supporting documents (See required documents).
You cannot hold an active real estate license, nor can you have an interest or hold stocks in firms with interest in Federal Lands.
Incumbent must attend Contracting Officer Representative (COR) training and receive COR Certification (as soon as classes are made available). COR level determined by supervisor.
You will be required to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license.
Qualifications
In order to qualify, you must meet you must meet BOTH the Basic and Additional qualification requirements described below. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience. If qualifying based on education, a copy of your unofficial transcripts must be provided with your application. BASIC QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT for the 0810 series: A . Successfully completed a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in Engineering in a school of engineering with at least one program accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). NOTE: You must submit copies of your transcripts. -OR- B . Successfully completed a full 4-year course of study leading to a Bachelor's or higher degree in Engineering that included differential and integral calculus and courses (more advanced than first-year physics and chemistry) in five (5) of the following seven (7) areas of engineering science or physics: (a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and properties of materials (relating particle and aggregate structure to properties); and (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics. NOTE: You must submit copies of your transcripts. -OR- C. Currently registered as an Engineer Intern (EI), Engineer in Training (EIT), or licensed as a Professional Engineer (PE) by any State, the District of Columbia, Guam, or Puerto Rico. This registration must have been obtained by written test OR be in general engineering or a directly related engineering field and was gained by State grandfather or eminence provisions NOTE: You must submit copies of your current registration. -OR- D. Successfully passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination or any other written test required for professional registration by an engineering licensure board in the various States, the District of Columbia, Guam, and Puerto Rico. Note: You must submit documentation of having passed the examination. -OR- E. Completed 60 semester hours of courses in the physical, mathematical, and engineering sciences, and that included the courses specified in B above. These courses must be fully acceptable toward meeting the requirements of an engineering program. NOTE: You must submit copies of your transcripts. -OR- F. Successfully completed a curriculum leading to a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate scientific field such as engineering technology, physics, chemistry, architecture, computer science, mathematics, hydrology, or geology AND have at least one year of professional engineering experience acquired under professional engineering supervision and guidance. This must include either an established plan of intensive training to develop professional engineering competence or several years of prior professional engineering-type experience, e.g., in interdisciplinary positions. NOTE: You must submit copies of your transcripts. ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT: Specialized Experience: Applicants must have one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service (obtained either in the private or public sectors) performing the following: (1) overseeing the survey, design, construction, and/or maintenance of buildings, structures, bridges, or facilities; (2) providing technical guidance or design and construction assistance of transportation routes, access roads, wells, etc.; (3) monitoring, reviewing, or updating contracts, procedures, workload, or budgets; (4) providing leadership, guidance, or mentorship to other Engineers or Engineering Technicians. Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement. IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. If your resume does not support your questionnaire answers, we will not allow credit for your response(s). Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. You must include months, years and hours per week worked to receive credit for your work and/or volunteer experience. One year of specialized experience is equivalent to 12 months at 40 hours per week. Part-time hours are prorated. You will not receive any credit for experience that does not indicate exact hours per week or is listed as "varies".
Education
To qualify for the basic requirement based on education , you must submit a legible copy of transcripts from an accredited institution with your name, school name, credit hours, course level, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Transcripts do not need to be official, but if you are selected for this position and you used your education to qualify, you must provide official transcripts before you begin work. If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet qualification requirements, you must show that your education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. There is no substitution of education for experience at the grade level(s) of this announcement.
Additional information
Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program.
If you are a new employee or supervisor in the Federal government, you will be required to complete a one-year probationary period.
Incumbent must possess and maintain a valid State driver's license for duration of appointment in order to operate government owned vehicles such as all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), utility-terrain (UTVs), and 4x4 vehicles sometimes pulling a UTV trailer.
You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 6-10 nights per month. You must obtain a government charge card for travel purposes.
Physical Demands: The work is about 60% office work and 40% fieldwork. Fieldwork may require walking, bending, climbing, carrying testing apparatus and/or surveying equipment associated with on-site investigations, contract inspections, and supervision. Office work: requires long periods of sitting and intense concentration to meet required deadlines. Working Conditions: The District Office is air-conditioned. The field work temperatures may range from 20? to 100?. Rain and snow are common in the winter. Field work may involve rough terrain, bushy, wet, steep, rocky terrain. Travel in snow, rain or on muddy roads may create hazardous driving conditions. On-site work includes various types of construction in remote areas. Incidental travel by automobile and/or commercial airlines is required. The Bureau of Land Management has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework only during an emergency or natural disaster. Travel and relocation expenses will be paid consistent with the Federal Travel Regulation, Chapter 302, and Departmental policy. Selectee will be responsible for tax obligations related to payments for moving expenses - 2017 Tax Cuts and Job Act, Public Law 115-97. See "Other" section for additional information on 2017 Tax Cuts as related to PCS. BLM may use certain incentives, currently offered by the Federal government, to attract high quality applicants. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) or Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP or CTAP eligible see http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/ctap_guideline.pdf . To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated at 90 or above on the rating criteria for this position. If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the Occupational Questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses provided in the Occupational Questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation, you will be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score may be adjusted accordingly. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors or omissions may affect your rating. You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), the responses you provide on the application questionnaire, and the result of the additional assessments required for this position. In order to be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and application questionnaire, this position requires successful completion of additional assessments, including a Subject Matter Expert Resume Review. These assessments measure the critical competencies listed below that are required to successfully perform the job. Candidates will be rated and ranked using Category Rating procedures. These procedures place candidates with veteran's preference above non-preference eligibles within each category. Veterans with a service connected disability of at least 10 percent are listed in the highest quality category, except when the position being filled is scientific or professional at the GS-09 grade level or higher. Under Category Rating, candidates will be rated and ranked into one of three categories:
Best Qualified - applicants possessing experience that substantially exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors and are highly proficient in all requirements of the job and can perform effectively in the position
Well Qualified - applicants possessing experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors and are proficient in most of the requirements of the job
Qualified - applicants possessing experience that meets the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors and are proficient in some, but not all of the requirements of the job.
You will be evaluated on the following competencies:
Civil Engineering
Manages Human Resources
Oral Communication
Project Management
Writing
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Required Documents
The following documents are required and must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 12/01/2022.
Résumé which includes a list of all significant jobs held and duties performed, with dates specified in month and year format, and indicate hours worked per week. If military or civilian, please include your rank and/or grade.
A complete Occupational Questionnaire
College transcripts, if qualifying based on education.
Other Supporting Documents, if applicable, such as:
Veterans Preference Documentation :
If you are a Discharged, Non-Disabled Veteran, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 showing character of discharge (Member 4 copy), or other Documentation of Service and Separation under Honorable Conditions, as listed on the SF15 . If you don't have your DD-214, you may request it after discharge from the National Archives .
If you are a veteran within 120 days of discharge, you must submit signed documentation from the Armed Forces certifying: 1) your expected release/retirement from active duty, 2) under honorable conditions, 3) your pay grade/rank/rate at time of discharge, 4) dates of active duty service, 5) any campaign or expeditionary medals received, & 6) dated within 120 days of your separation.
If you are a Disabled Veteran, Purple Heart Recipient, or Mother or Spouse of a Disabled or Deceased Veteran , you must submit all additional proof required by the SF15 , and if applicable, a completed SF15 . You may request a copy of your Department of Veterans Affairs letter from www.ebenefits.va.gov or call 1-800-827-1000 to establish proof of disability.
5. Documentation for Interagency/Career Transition Assistance Plan consideration if you are a displaced Federal employee within the local commuting area. You must include: 1) Proof you are a displaced Federal employee, e.g., RIF Separation Notice, Notice of Proposed Removal, etc; 2) SF-50s (Notifications of Personnel Action) showing career/conditional tenure competitive status, promotion potential and duty location; and 3) your most recent performance appraisal. To exercise selection priority, displaced or surplus Federal employees must be rated well-qualified or above 90 on the rating criteria for this position.
Do not submit photographs with your application package. Documents with photographs may not be seen by hiring officials - you must remove your image from any badges, licenses, etc. Do not upload Adobe portfolio documents. Adobe portfolio documents are not viewable by our agency's staffing offices.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education .
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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How to Apply
To apply for this position: You must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To receive consideration, the complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 12/01/2022. WE DO NOT ACCEPT HARD-COPY OR E-MAIL APPLICATION PACKAGES.
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To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Therefore, to the extent a Federal job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to Executive Order 14043, that requirement does not currently apply. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine. Due to COVID-19, the Bureau of Land Management is currently in an expanded telework posture. If selected, you may be expected to temporarily telework, even if your home is located outside the local commuting area. Once employees are permitted to return to the office, you will be expected to report to the duty station listed on this announcement in accordance with the Department's reentry procedures provided by your Servicing Human Resources Office. At that time, you may be eligible to request to continue to telework one or more days per pay period depending upon the terms of the Department of the Interior's telework policy.
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Agency contact information
San Antonio Services Branch
Phone
816-541-8101
Email
SASBMailbox@opm.gov
Address
BLM Oregon State Office BLM Oregon State Office, OR-953 1220 SW Third Portland, OR 97204 US Learn more about this agency
Next steps
Once the Occupational Questionnaire is received you will receive acknowledgement that your submission was successful. If you are among the most qualified candidates and your name is referred to the hiring official, you may be contacted directly for a possible interview. You will be notified of the status of your Application Package at the time candidates are referred for consideration, and when the selection process is complete. This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if identical vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate. No applicant inquiries will be accepted or addressed until after the closing date of the vacancy announcement.
Nov 17, 2022
Full time
Duties
The District Engineer is assigned to the Division of Support Services, Operations Engineering Staff within the Roseburg District. The incumbent provides program management, oversight and leadership, as well as technical advice to other Engineers, Civil Engineering Technicians, specialists and managers; ensures appropriate training, and oversees mentoring, including personally mentoring newer Engineers and Engineering Technicians in all phases of infrastructure design and contact administration with an emphasis on low volume roads and District timber sale program support; reviews and approves or designs structures and facilities prepared within the district including buildings, water and sewage systems, fish enhancement facilities, retaining walls, roads, dams, trails, major culverts, bridges, and wells; conducts technical studies and investigations and is relied upon as the authoritative source for technical information; must be able to communicate and work well with others throughout the organizations, as well as with outside agencies, and the public; must possess the ability to prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence and memoranda dealing with highly technical information in a manner that can be read and understood by others without technical engineering backgrounds.
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
U.S. Citizenship required
May be required to complete background investigation.
Meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males
Must provide resume and supporting documents (See required documents).
You cannot hold an active real estate license, nor can you have an interest or hold stocks in firms with interest in Federal Lands.
Incumbent must attend Contracting Officer Representative (COR) training and receive COR Certification (as soon as classes are made available). COR level determined by supervisor.
You will be required to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license.
Qualifications
In order to qualify, you must meet you must meet BOTH the Basic and Additional qualification requirements described below. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience. If qualifying based on education, a copy of your unofficial transcripts must be provided with your application. BASIC QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT for the 0810 series: A . Successfully completed a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in Engineering in a school of engineering with at least one program accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). NOTE: You must submit copies of your transcripts. -OR- B . Successfully completed a full 4-year course of study leading to a Bachelor's or higher degree in Engineering that included differential and integral calculus and courses (more advanced than first-year physics and chemistry) in five (5) of the following seven (7) areas of engineering science or physics: (a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and properties of materials (relating particle and aggregate structure to properties); and (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics. NOTE: You must submit copies of your transcripts. -OR- C. Currently registered as an Engineer Intern (EI), Engineer in Training (EIT), or licensed as a Professional Engineer (PE) by any State, the District of Columbia, Guam, or Puerto Rico. This registration must have been obtained by written test OR be in general engineering or a directly related engineering field and was gained by State grandfather or eminence provisions NOTE: You must submit copies of your current registration. -OR- D. Successfully passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination or any other written test required for professional registration by an engineering licensure board in the various States, the District of Columbia, Guam, and Puerto Rico. Note: You must submit documentation of having passed the examination. -OR- E. Completed 60 semester hours of courses in the physical, mathematical, and engineering sciences, and that included the courses specified in B above. These courses must be fully acceptable toward meeting the requirements of an engineering program. NOTE: You must submit copies of your transcripts. -OR- F. Successfully completed a curriculum leading to a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate scientific field such as engineering technology, physics, chemistry, architecture, computer science, mathematics, hydrology, or geology AND have at least one year of professional engineering experience acquired under professional engineering supervision and guidance. This must include either an established plan of intensive training to develop professional engineering competence or several years of prior professional engineering-type experience, e.g., in interdisciplinary positions. NOTE: You must submit copies of your transcripts. ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT: Specialized Experience: Applicants must have one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service (obtained either in the private or public sectors) performing the following: (1) overseeing the survey, design, construction, and/or maintenance of buildings, structures, bridges, or facilities; (2) providing technical guidance or design and construction assistance of transportation routes, access roads, wells, etc.; (3) monitoring, reviewing, or updating contracts, procedures, workload, or budgets; (4) providing leadership, guidance, or mentorship to other Engineers or Engineering Technicians. Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement. IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. If your resume does not support your questionnaire answers, we will not allow credit for your response(s). Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. You must include months, years and hours per week worked to receive credit for your work and/or volunteer experience. One year of specialized experience is equivalent to 12 months at 40 hours per week. Part-time hours are prorated. You will not receive any credit for experience that does not indicate exact hours per week or is listed as "varies".
Education
To qualify for the basic requirement based on education , you must submit a legible copy of transcripts from an accredited institution with your name, school name, credit hours, course level, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Transcripts do not need to be official, but if you are selected for this position and you used your education to qualify, you must provide official transcripts before you begin work. If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet qualification requirements, you must show that your education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. There is no substitution of education for experience at the grade level(s) of this announcement.
Additional information
Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program.
If you are a new employee or supervisor in the Federal government, you will be required to complete a one-year probationary period.
Incumbent must possess and maintain a valid State driver's license for duration of appointment in order to operate government owned vehicles such as all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), utility-terrain (UTVs), and 4x4 vehicles sometimes pulling a UTV trailer.
You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 6-10 nights per month. You must obtain a government charge card for travel purposes.
Physical Demands: The work is about 60% office work and 40% fieldwork. Fieldwork may require walking, bending, climbing, carrying testing apparatus and/or surveying equipment associated with on-site investigations, contract inspections, and supervision. Office work: requires long periods of sitting and intense concentration to meet required deadlines. Working Conditions: The District Office is air-conditioned. The field work temperatures may range from 20? to 100?. Rain and snow are common in the winter. Field work may involve rough terrain, bushy, wet, steep, rocky terrain. Travel in snow, rain or on muddy roads may create hazardous driving conditions. On-site work includes various types of construction in remote areas. Incidental travel by automobile and/or commercial airlines is required. The Bureau of Land Management has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework only during an emergency or natural disaster. Travel and relocation expenses will be paid consistent with the Federal Travel Regulation, Chapter 302, and Departmental policy. Selectee will be responsible for tax obligations related to payments for moving expenses - 2017 Tax Cuts and Job Act, Public Law 115-97. See "Other" section for additional information on 2017 Tax Cuts as related to PCS. BLM may use certain incentives, currently offered by the Federal government, to attract high quality applicants. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) or Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP or CTAP eligible see http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/ctap_guideline.pdf . To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated at 90 or above on the rating criteria for this position. If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application
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Benefits
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the Occupational Questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses provided in the Occupational Questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation, you will be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score may be adjusted accordingly. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors or omissions may affect your rating. You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), the responses you provide on the application questionnaire, and the result of the additional assessments required for this position. In order to be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and application questionnaire, this position requires successful completion of additional assessments, including a Subject Matter Expert Resume Review. These assessments measure the critical competencies listed below that are required to successfully perform the job. Candidates will be rated and ranked using Category Rating procedures. These procedures place candidates with veteran's preference above non-preference eligibles within each category. Veterans with a service connected disability of at least 10 percent are listed in the highest quality category, except when the position being filled is scientific or professional at the GS-09 grade level or higher. Under Category Rating, candidates will be rated and ranked into one of three categories:
Best Qualified - applicants possessing experience that substantially exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors and are highly proficient in all requirements of the job and can perform effectively in the position
Well Qualified - applicants possessing experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors and are proficient in most of the requirements of the job
Qualified - applicants possessing experience that meets the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors and are proficient in some, but not all of the requirements of the job.
You will be evaluated on the following competencies:
Civil Engineering
Manages Human Resources
Oral Communication
Project Management
Writing
Help
Required Documents
The following documents are required and must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 12/01/2022.
Résumé which includes a list of all significant jobs held and duties performed, with dates specified in month and year format, and indicate hours worked per week. If military or civilian, please include your rank and/or grade.
A complete Occupational Questionnaire
College transcripts, if qualifying based on education.
Other Supporting Documents, if applicable, such as:
Veterans Preference Documentation :
If you are a Discharged, Non-Disabled Veteran, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 showing character of discharge (Member 4 copy), or other Documentation of Service and Separation under Honorable Conditions, as listed on the SF15 . If you don't have your DD-214, you may request it after discharge from the National Archives .
If you are a veteran within 120 days of discharge, you must submit signed documentation from the Armed Forces certifying: 1) your expected release/retirement from active duty, 2) under honorable conditions, 3) your pay grade/rank/rate at time of discharge, 4) dates of active duty service, 5) any campaign or expeditionary medals received, & 6) dated within 120 days of your separation.
If you are a Disabled Veteran, Purple Heart Recipient, or Mother or Spouse of a Disabled or Deceased Veteran , you must submit all additional proof required by the SF15 , and if applicable, a completed SF15 . You may request a copy of your Department of Veterans Affairs letter from www.ebenefits.va.gov or call 1-800-827-1000 to establish proof of disability.
5. Documentation for Interagency/Career Transition Assistance Plan consideration if you are a displaced Federal employee within the local commuting area. You must include: 1) Proof you are a displaced Federal employee, e.g., RIF Separation Notice, Notice of Proposed Removal, etc; 2) SF-50s (Notifications of Personnel Action) showing career/conditional tenure competitive status, promotion potential and duty location; and 3) your most recent performance appraisal. To exercise selection priority, displaced or surplus Federal employees must be rated well-qualified or above 90 on the rating criteria for this position.
Do not submit photographs with your application package. Documents with photographs may not be seen by hiring officials - you must remove your image from any badges, licenses, etc. Do not upload Adobe portfolio documents. Adobe portfolio documents are not viewable by our agency's staffing offices.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education .
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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How to Apply
To apply for this position: You must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To receive consideration, the complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 12/01/2022. WE DO NOT ACCEPT HARD-COPY OR E-MAIL APPLICATION PACKAGES.
Select Apply. If you are not logged in, you will be prompted to login or create an account .
Prompted to Start the Application Process by selecting "Start Application."
Click here for USAJobs Help with "How to create an application"
To PREVIEW the application questionnaire, select the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11709647
Select or add the resume you want to use for this application. Click here on how to build a resume in USAJOBS .
Select documents you want included in this application.
Review package to acknowledge your documents were reviewed.
Select if you want to include your demographic information.
After reading and certifying the application is true and submitted in good faith, select "Continue to Agency Site."
Follow onscreen prompts and instructions to complete your application.
Add the supporting documents by indexing your documents with the dropdown.
Upload any missing required documents or optional documents.
Review and Submit Application.
While logged in, you can check the status of your application by selecting "+" next to the job title for this position.
You can review or revise your application at any point during the open period of the announcement.
To update an application, you should log into your USAJOBS account and select "+" next to the job title for this position. Select "Update Application" for this job.
Note: When you click Update Application , you will be prompted to re-select your documents from USAJOBS. Documents submitted with the first application will no longer be associated with the applicant record. So it is important that you select all documents you want to use in the re-application.
To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Therefore, to the extent a Federal job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to Executive Order 14043, that requirement does not currently apply. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine. Due to COVID-19, the Bureau of Land Management is currently in an expanded telework posture. If selected, you may be expected to temporarily telework, even if your home is located outside the local commuting area. Once employees are permitted to return to the office, you will be expected to report to the duty station listed on this announcement in accordance with the Department's reentry procedures provided by your Servicing Human Resources Office. At that time, you may be eligible to request to continue to telework one or more days per pay period depending upon the terms of the Department of the Interior's telework policy.
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Agency contact information
San Antonio Services Branch
Phone
816-541-8101
Email
SASBMailbox@opm.gov
Address
BLM Oregon State Office BLM Oregon State Office, OR-953 1220 SW Third Portland, OR 97204 US Learn more about this agency
Next steps
Once the Occupational Questionnaire is received you will receive acknowledgement that your submission was successful. If you are among the most qualified candidates and your name is referred to the hiring official, you may be contacted directly for a possible interview. You will be notified of the status of your Application Package at the time candidates are referred for consideration, and when the selection process is complete. This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if identical vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate. No applicant inquiries will be accepted or addressed until after the closing date of the vacancy announcement.
Multnomah County Sheriff's Office
Portland, Oregon
The Opportunity: THIS IS A LATERAL RECRUITMENT FOR CERTIFIED CORRECTIONS OFFICER CANDIDATES ONLY
OVERVIEW:
At Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO), we are dedicated to fostering an environment of safety, trust, and belonging for our employees and the diverse community that we serve. MCSO values the importance of serving all people with dignity and respect in order to support a safe and thriving community for everyone. If you are dedicated to equitable justice for all, have strong communication and conflict resolutions skills, are dependable, resourceful, and believe in providing unwavering compassion through exemplary public safety service, we invite you to join our team and begin or continue your public safety career with the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office.
Corrections Deputies are required to become proficient in the use of side-arms, chemical agents and other riot control weapons, in addition to the use of emergency communication systems, the practical application of self-defense tactics and the unarmed physical control of inmates. Corrections Deputies must possess good judgment, act appropriately and responsibly, and have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Once you have mastered the basic duties of a Corrections Deputy, there are many special assignments available throughout the agency, including assignments in Classification, Close Street Supervision, Court Services, Transport Unit, Work Crew, Intelligence and Life Safety. You may also choose to join a specialty team, such as the Crisis Negotiation Team, the Corrections Emergency Response Team (CERT), Honor Guard or the Corrections Critical Incident Response Team.
Duties expected of a Corrections Deputy:
Book, interview, classify and process inmates into jail; conduct searches of inmates; release from custody and return property.
Count, control and monitor inmate movement and activity in housing units, modules, cells and open dormitory settings; monitor suicidal inmates to determine if they require suicidal watch and provide counseling and coordination of medical services; conduct security and welfare checks and connect inmates with mental health services; search jail areas for contraband; secure and maintain evidence.
Escort inmates to areas and events within the institution, court appearances, personal interviews, medical care and other institutions; assemble and monitor inmates for transports to and from other counties, state facilities, extraditions and others; supervise and monitor meal times and recreational activities; supervise inmate work crews; prepare daily work release logs and investigate and report violations.
Control violent and/or mentally ill inmates; prepare daily count and inmate assignment sheets; document, record and write reports on inmate behavior and other applicable information.
Respond to backup calls for medical, inmate assaults and other emergency situations; testify in court related to crimes committed in custody.
Maintain security within the institution and oversee the health and safety of staff, inmates and the public; control access and maintain inventory of keys; operate control rooms and panels; monitor and access security doors, gates, cameras, alarms and video terminals; perform general facility maintenance.
Assist inmates with information regarding personal records, accounts, grievances, social visits and court proceedings; provide information and assistance regarding criminal cases to staff and the public; communicate and work with courts, records, medical staff, programs staff, other departments and agencies.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Incentives for qualified lateral candidates: The intent of the lateral incentive program is to hire candidates who do not need to complete the DPSST academy. Candidates either need to be certified in Oregon at time of hire, or must obtain certification through the DPSST COD program. Eligibility for the COD program cannot be determined until after hire. Incentives will be paid out once certification status is finalized and as noted below.
All lateral candidates must successfully complete a training program (FTEP) and a 12-month probationary period.
Lateral candidates do not have to attend the Basic Academy.
The Sheriff may appoint lateral hires at a pay step commensurate to prior experience, up to Top Step 6. Pay is determined by agency size, specialized training, specialty assignments, supervisory experience and other job-related factors.
Lateral candidates are eligible for a $5,000 hiring bonus ($2,500 to be paid after passing FTEP, and remaining $2,500 to be paid upon successful completion of probation period).
Lateral candidates are eligible for moving expenses reimbursed up to $2,500 with submission of expense receipts.
At time of hire, forty (40) hours of sick leave and forty (40) hours of vacation will be added to the employee’s bank for usage.
Lateral hires holding Intermediate or Advanced DPSST Certification may be immediately eligible for inceptive pay upon hire.
Lateral hires prior corrections experience will be considered as “County service” for the purpose of longevity pay, immediately eligible upon hire.
Lateral hires prior corrections experience will be considered as “continuous service” for the purpose of vacation accrual.
PLEASE NOTE:
As a Corrections Deputy with our agency you will be expected to work weekends, holidays, days, evenings or nights as scheduled. Overtime may be required and newly hired employees should expect to rotate through all shifts within the first year of employment. Corrections Deputies are represented by the Multnomah County Corrections Deputy Association (MCCDA).
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.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
At least three years of work experience as a certified, civilian corrections officer
Must be currently employed or have been employed within the past 12 months as a certified, civilian corrections officer
A high school diploma or equivalent
Must be at least 21 years of age
Must be a United States citizen or able to obtain citizenship to attend academy
Must possess a valid driver’s license by time of appointment
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 .
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.
Experience in public safety, social service or security setting
Current certification as a State of Oregon DPSST Corrections Officer
Experience in a command structure organization
College level course work from an accredited institution
*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 exception by October 18, 2021 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:
A completed online application
Responses to any and all questionnaires that are sent after submission of online application
Note: If you are requesting veterans’ preference, please be prepared to attach your DD214 and veteran disability verification forms electronically to your application when requested
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
Virtual Personal History Questionnaire
Virtual Suitability exam, including records check
Virtual proficiency exam (POST)
Background, reference and education checks (Personal History Statement completed online)
Hiring interview
All hire offers are contingent upon successful completion of a psychological evaluation, a physical and a drug screen
The following elements of a candidate’s background, if disclosed as the result of interview, investigation and/or self-disclosure, will automatically result in a termination of the selection process:
As an adult, being convicted of a felony crime.
Conviction of a Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants (DUII) within the last five years, or more than one DUII.
Present inability to legally drive in the State of Oregon.
Dishonorable discharge from any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces.
Recent (within five (5) years of application) or ongoing affiliation with, and/or support of an organization or group, which advocates the violent overthrow of the United States Government.
As an adult, selling, producing or financing the production or sale of illegal controlled substances.
Discharge from another law enforcement or corrections agency for cause that would be basis for discharge from the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office.
Evidence that the applicant has willfully provided false or misleading information during the application process, in the online application or Personal History Statement , or has attempted to gain unfair advantage during any phase of the testing or application process.
Inability to be certified by the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training.
Failure to meet minimum educational/training requirements.
The following factors, or any combination, may serve as a basis for a termination of the selection process:
Backgrounded by the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office within the last year with a recommendation not to hire.
As an adult, confinement in a correctional institution resulting from convictions totaling more than six (6) months.
Unfavorable recommendations(s) on the part of references or past or present employers.
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 is the Law 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.
Sep 23, 2021
Full time
The Opportunity: THIS IS A LATERAL RECRUITMENT FOR CERTIFIED CORRECTIONS OFFICER CANDIDATES ONLY
OVERVIEW:
At Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO), we are dedicated to fostering an environment of safety, trust, and belonging for our employees and the diverse community that we serve. MCSO values the importance of serving all people with dignity and respect in order to support a safe and thriving community for everyone. If you are dedicated to equitable justice for all, have strong communication and conflict resolutions skills, are dependable, resourceful, and believe in providing unwavering compassion through exemplary public safety service, we invite you to join our team and begin or continue your public safety career with the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office.
Corrections Deputies are required to become proficient in the use of side-arms, chemical agents and other riot control weapons, in addition to the use of emergency communication systems, the practical application of self-defense tactics and the unarmed physical control of inmates. Corrections Deputies must possess good judgment, act appropriately and responsibly, and have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Once you have mastered the basic duties of a Corrections Deputy, there are many special assignments available throughout the agency, including assignments in Classification, Close Street Supervision, Court Services, Transport Unit, Work Crew, Intelligence and Life Safety. You may also choose to join a specialty team, such as the Crisis Negotiation Team, the Corrections Emergency Response Team (CERT), Honor Guard or the Corrections Critical Incident Response Team.
Duties expected of a Corrections Deputy:
Book, interview, classify and process inmates into jail; conduct searches of inmates; release from custody and return property.
Count, control and monitor inmate movement and activity in housing units, modules, cells and open dormitory settings; monitor suicidal inmates to determine if they require suicidal watch and provide counseling and coordination of medical services; conduct security and welfare checks and connect inmates with mental health services; search jail areas for contraband; secure and maintain evidence.
Escort inmates to areas and events within the institution, court appearances, personal interviews, medical care and other institutions; assemble and monitor inmates for transports to and from other counties, state facilities, extraditions and others; supervise and monitor meal times and recreational activities; supervise inmate work crews; prepare daily work release logs and investigate and report violations.
Control violent and/or mentally ill inmates; prepare daily count and inmate assignment sheets; document, record and write reports on inmate behavior and other applicable information.
Respond to backup calls for medical, inmate assaults and other emergency situations; testify in court related to crimes committed in custody.
Maintain security within the institution and oversee the health and safety of staff, inmates and the public; control access and maintain inventory of keys; operate control rooms and panels; monitor and access security doors, gates, cameras, alarms and video terminals; perform general facility maintenance.
Assist inmates with information regarding personal records, accounts, grievances, social visits and court proceedings; provide information and assistance regarding criminal cases to staff and the public; communicate and work with courts, records, medical staff, programs staff, other departments and agencies.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Incentives for qualified lateral candidates: The intent of the lateral incentive program is to hire candidates who do not need to complete the DPSST academy. Candidates either need to be certified in Oregon at time of hire, or must obtain certification through the DPSST COD program. Eligibility for the COD program cannot be determined until after hire. Incentives will be paid out once certification status is finalized and as noted below.
All lateral candidates must successfully complete a training program (FTEP) and a 12-month probationary period.
Lateral candidates do not have to attend the Basic Academy.
The Sheriff may appoint lateral hires at a pay step commensurate to prior experience, up to Top Step 6. Pay is determined by agency size, specialized training, specialty assignments, supervisory experience and other job-related factors.
Lateral candidates are eligible for a $5,000 hiring bonus ($2,500 to be paid after passing FTEP, and remaining $2,500 to be paid upon successful completion of probation period).
Lateral candidates are eligible for moving expenses reimbursed up to $2,500 with submission of expense receipts.
At time of hire, forty (40) hours of sick leave and forty (40) hours of vacation will be added to the employee’s bank for usage.
Lateral hires holding Intermediate or Advanced DPSST Certification may be immediately eligible for inceptive pay upon hire.
Lateral hires prior corrections experience will be considered as “County service” for the purpose of longevity pay, immediately eligible upon hire.
Lateral hires prior corrections experience will be considered as “continuous service” for the purpose of vacation accrual.
PLEASE NOTE:
As a Corrections Deputy with our agency you will be expected to work weekends, holidays, days, evenings or nights as scheduled. Overtime may be required and newly hired employees should expect to rotate through all shifts within the first year of employment. Corrections Deputies are represented by the Multnomah County Corrections Deputy Association (MCCDA).
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.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
At least three years of work experience as a certified, civilian corrections officer
Must be currently employed or have been employed within the past 12 months as a certified, civilian corrections officer
A high school diploma or equivalent
Must be at least 21 years of age
Must be a United States citizen or able to obtain citizenship to attend academy
Must possess a valid driver’s license by time of appointment
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 .
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.
Experience in public safety, social service or security setting
Current certification as a State of Oregon DPSST Corrections Officer
Experience in a command structure organization
College level course work from an accredited institution
*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 exception by October 18, 2021 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:
A completed online application
Responses to any and all questionnaires that are sent after submission of online application
Note: If you are requesting veterans’ preference, please be prepared to attach your DD214 and veteran disability verification forms electronically to your application when requested
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
Virtual Personal History Questionnaire
Virtual Suitability exam, including records check
Virtual proficiency exam (POST)
Background, reference and education checks (Personal History Statement completed online)
Hiring interview
All hire offers are contingent upon successful completion of a psychological evaluation, a physical and a drug screen
The following elements of a candidate’s background, if disclosed as the result of interview, investigation and/or self-disclosure, will automatically result in a termination of the selection process:
As an adult, being convicted of a felony crime.
Conviction of a Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants (DUII) within the last five years, or more than one DUII.
Present inability to legally drive in the State of Oregon.
Dishonorable discharge from any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces.
Recent (within five (5) years of application) or ongoing affiliation with, and/or support of an organization or group, which advocates the violent overthrow of the United States Government.
As an adult, selling, producing or financing the production or sale of illegal controlled substances.
Discharge from another law enforcement or corrections agency for cause that would be basis for discharge from the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office.
Evidence that the applicant has willfully provided false or misleading information during the application process, in the online application or Personal History Statement , or has attempted to gain unfair advantage during any phase of the testing or application process.
Inability to be certified by the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training.
Failure to meet minimum educational/training requirements.
The following factors, or any combination, may serve as a basis for a termination of the selection process:
Backgrounded by the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office within the last year with a recommendation not to hire.
As an adult, confinement in a correctional institution resulting from convictions totaling more than six (6) months.
Unfavorable recommendations(s) on the part of references or past or present employers.
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 is the Law 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.