Under supervision, assists with planning, organizing and coordinating the County’s Family Violence Prevention Program, assists in coordinating activities in the community for family violence prevention, identification, education and support. Extra-Help Position: An employee appointed to extra-help must meet all requirements of the corresponding regular position. An extra-help employee is a person who is employed for the purpose of relieving or augmenting regular staff in the accomplishment of work. Extra-help employeees cannot work more than 999 hours in a fiscal year. Extra-help employees are excluded from Civil Service and shall not have the rights to regular or continued employment.
This is a single position class responsible for assisting the Family Violence Prevention Officer in the research and coordination of the family violence prevention program in the County. The incumbent is expected to function as the assistant of all aspects of the program and develop County strategies to assist in raising awareness and reducing family violence incidents; performs related duties as required.
1. Assists in planning, coordinates, schedules and participating in activities within the community to increase awareness of the prevalence of violent incidents in families, with the elderly, children, and spouses; works with other councils and groups as an advocate for family violence prevention; meets with businesses and corporations and advocates for cooperation and assistance. 2. Assists in researching grant opportunities at the state and federal levels for family violence assistance; prepares grant applications and applies for grant funding for prevention and support activities; reviews and analyzes studies on current trends in family violence and assists in developing strategies and approaches for impacting change. 3. Assists in facilitating the establishment, collaboration and operation of public and private partnerships to address integrated and comprehensive strategies that reach larger segments of the population; participates with various community groups and organizations setting policy for programs related to child, spousal, and elderly abuse. 4. Acts as a liaison with state and federal agencies on activities on family violence; attends County and state meetings; represents the County’s program in presenting program goals and activities to the media, the public and other interested groups and agencies; monitors and analyzes legislation to determine implications for County family violence victims. 5. Assists in conducting studies and analyzes existing systems of service delivery and identifies and determines mechanisms and realignment of resources that can serve to maximize service delivery to larger groups; develops and prepares reports and information that profiles the County’s status with family violence incidents. 6. Assists in coordinating with internal County departments on methods of identifying and tracking incidents of family violence and evaluates the results of educational, and prosecutorial actions on the reduction of incidents; develops recommendations for improvements; assists in serving as the key advisor to County officials on progressive actions. 7. Compiles and maintains a resource library of materials pertinent to family violence prevention. 8. Performs other related and supportduties as assigned.
Knowledge of principles and practices of grant writing and research techniques, principles, theories and practices of social and psychological interaction in families, the dynamics of family violence and the types of behaviors that serve as patterns in family violence cases; local, state and federal legislative processes; techniques of strategic planning, program evaluation and implementation; comprehensive systems that offer a continuum of social and psychological services; of all County human services agencies and their role in various segments of service delivery. Ability to organize,develop and implement new programs, develop collaborative approaches to community issues, develop proposals for grants and financial assistance, establish and maintain cooperative working relationships; collect and analyze data and evaluate program effectiveness, develop goals and objectives and methods for evaluating results, communicate effectively in writing and orally, effectively represent the program at the state level, with community groups, various agencies, the public, and the media.
Qualifying education and experience would be: Bachelor’s degree preferably in the Social Sciences, Psychology, Sociology, Human Relations, Criminal Justice or other related field. And Two years of professional level experience coordinating, facilitating or researching community social services programs, health activities and/or collaboratives. The experience must have included report writing, and grant writing or facilitation of grants. A Masters Degree may be substituted for one year of the experience. All candidates must submit a copy of their college degree (verifying the degree, date earned and it must clearly show area of specialization) or transcripts (verifying the courses and units completed). Failure to submit your degree or transcripts within five (5) days from the final filing date will disqualify you from the recruitment. Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service. The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the close of the recruitment. Please contact your local college or university to learn where you can obtain this service.
Possession of or the ability to obtain a valid Class C California driver’s license may be required.
Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of a resume screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview, or any combination. Depending on the job class, candidates may need to successfully pass a post-offer drug screening test prior to employment. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. All potential new hires (including new contract employees) and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented will be subject to a background and refenece check after contigent job offer is accepted.These provisions are subject to change.
All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement, (ie. copies of diploma and/or transcripts, certificates, DD-214) must be submitted with the Document Cover Sheet and are due within five (5) calendar days of the final filing date or within five (5) calendar days from application submittal if the recruitment is Open & Continuous or Open until Filled. Please visit the County of Solano website, www.jobsatsolanocounty.com to apply. Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources, (707) 784-6170 open Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Paper applications may be completed in person during office hours. EOE/AA
To be eligible, you must be an applicant for initial County employment, have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions. A COPY OF YOUR DD 214, SHOWING DISCHARGE TYPE, MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT WITHIN FIVE DAYS FROM THE DATE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION. If you have a service connected disability, you must submit a recent award letter from the VA stating you are receiving disability benefits for service connected reasons. Disability must be rated at least 10% to be eligible for disabled veteran's points. Veteran's preference 5 points Disabled Veterans 10 points.
It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job. APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: If you are a qualified individual with a disability, that is, someone who is able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need special testing arrangements, contact the Solano County Department of Human Resources at 707.784.4194, for a Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form. This form should be received in the Human Resources Department within 5 days from the final filing date of the recruitment. A staff member will contact you and advise you how to proceed. IMPORTANT: If you are a Solano County employee with a disabling condition, and are unable to perform the essential functions of your present position with or without reasonable accommodation, you may be eligible for preferential certification to an alternative position. Please immediately notify the ADA Coordinator @ 707.784.4194 to initiate review of this option.
It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job.
APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: If you are a qualified individual with a disability, that is, someone who is able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need special testing arrangements, contact the Solano County Department of Human Resources at 707.784.4194, for a Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form. This form should be received in the Human Resources Department within 5 days from the final filing date of the recruitment. A staff member will contact you and advise you how to proceed.
IMPORTANT: If you are a Solano County employee with a disabling condition, and are unable to perform the essential functions of your present position with or without reasonable accommodation, you may be eligible for preferential certification to an alternative position. Please immediately notify the ADA Coordinator @ 707.784.4194 to initiate review of this option.
PLEASE NOTE: All persons hired will be required to participate in the direct deposit program. HIRING PROCEDURES - Depending on the number of qualified applicants received, the selection process may consist of a resume screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview, or any combination. Candidates must be successful in each part of the examination. For Civil Service positions, the appointing authority is entitled to certification of the top five candidates by score. DRUG FREE WORKPLACE ACT – Depending on the applicant’s job class, prospective employees may be required to undergo a Urine Drug Test in accordance with the Solano County Alcohol and Drug Free Workplace Policy once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Solano County employees are subject to the provisions of the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988 and the California Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1990. MEDICAL EXAMINATION - Prior to appointment you may be required to pass a medical examination. Candidates are encouraged not to quit or give notice to present employers until the medical examination has been completed and passed. APPOINTMENT - At the time of appointment all candidates will be fingerprinted and required to execute an oath of allegiance to the United States and the State of California. You will also be required to offer proof that you are a lawfully admitted alien or U.S. citizen. EXAMINATION APPEALS - For Civil Service positions, individuals selecting to appeal their disqualification in any phase of the examination process must submit a written statement to the Director of Human Resources, within five calendar days of the receipt of the action, indicating the action being appealed, their specific basis for the appeal and the relief sought. PROBATIONARY PERIOD - All new positions are required to successfully complete a minimum probationary period of six to twelve months, depending upon the position. A probationary period does not apply to "at will" positions. EXTRA HELP APPOINTMENTS - Appointments may be made from an eligible list for extra help (up to 999 hours/fiscal year, no benefits) positions. DISASTER WORKERS - In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, County employees, in the event of a disaster are considered disaster workers and may be asked to respond accordingly. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
PLEASE NOTE: All persons hired will be required to participate in the direct deposit program.
HIRING PROCEDURES - Depending on the number of qualified applicants received, the selection process may consist of a resume screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview, or any combination. Candidates must be successful in each part of the examination. For Civil Service positions, the appointing authority is entitled to certification of the top five candidates by score.
DRUG FREE WORKPLACE ACT – Depending on the applicant’s job class, prospective employees may be required to undergo a Urine Drug Test in accordance with the Solano County Alcohol and Drug Free Workplace Policy once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Solano County employees are subject to the provisions of the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988 and the California Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1990.
MEDICAL EXAMINATION - Prior to appointment you may be required to pass a medical examination. Candidates are encouraged not to quit or give notice to present employers until the medical examination has been completed and passed.
APPOINTMENT - At the time of appointment all candidates will be fingerprinted and required to execute an oath of allegiance to the United States and the State of California. You will also be required to offer proof that you are a lawfully admitted alien or U.S. citizen.
EXAMINATION APPEALS - For Civil Service positions, individuals selecting to appeal their disqualification in any phase of the examination process must submit a written statement to the Director of Human Resources, within five calendar days of the receipt of the action, indicating the action being appealed, their specific basis for the appeal and the relief sought.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD - All new positions are required to successfully complete a minimum probationary period of six to twelve months, depending upon the position. A probationary period does not apply to "at will" positions.
EXTRA HELP APPOINTMENTS - Appointments may be made from an eligible list for extra help (up to 999 hours/fiscal year, no benefits) positions.
DISASTER WORKERS - In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, County employees, in the event of a disaster are considered disaster workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.
The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
