Process Server - Extra Help Or Retired Annuitant

Description

The County of Yolo is recruiting to fill one (1) Extra Help or Retired Annuitant, part-time position in the class of Process Server at the Colusa-Sutter-Yolo Regional Child Support Agency.

Extra Help:temporary employees who provide coverage for periods of limited duration and are paid on an hourly basis. This assignment is limited to 1000 working hours per year.

Retired Annuitant: a retired government employee who is a member of CalPERS. After satisfying the 180 day waiting period, they are eligible to work up to 960 hours per fiscal year.

The Position

A willingness to work irregular hours and occasional weekends is required to be considered for this position. The amount of hours worked per week is typically 15 to 20. The primary function of this position will be to serve legal documents for participants receiving services from the Regional Child Support Agency. Work and travel utilizing a County vehicle, will extend across multiple California counties with most frequent service in Yolo, Sutter, Sacramento, and Colusa counties.

Under general supervision, locates persons and serves civil or criminal process documents, and provides proof of service in support of various County departments. This is a non-sworn, journey level class utilized in various County departments that is responsible for performing process service work. This class does not possess Peace Officer status nor does it perform any law enforcement duties. This class reports to a higher level supervisory class, and does not exercise supervision over others.

How To Apply

This recruitment will remain open until filled. Applications will be considered upon submission. This is a time sensitive recruitment as it will close without notice once the department has made a selection. Please see the Application & Selection Process section for instructions on how to apply.

Essential Functions

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Receives legal process documents and written instructions for service (the official handing over of documents) to litigants.

• Locates witnesses, makes positive identification of person being served and serves court orders, writs, subpoenas, affidavits, summonses, or notices to witnesses for appearance in court.

• Contacts employers, families, neighbors, and others to secure information regarding the whereabouts of individuals in order to facilitate the service process.

• Utilizes law enforcement computer systems to assist in identifying and locating persons and verifying criminal history.

• Informs person(s) of the general contents of the documents being served.

• Plans daily workload and route to facilitate the service process within a minimum of travel time and mileage.

• Maintains records/logs of activities and prepares reports on documents being served.

• During court sessions, serves as a witness and provides testimony regarding the measures taken (due diligence) to locate witnesses.

• Transports witnesses for court appearances and informs witnesses when court is cancelled or postponed.

• Performs related duties as assigned.

Employment Standards

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Completion of thirty (30) semester units from an accredited college or university; OR

Experience: One year of full-time work experience which required substantial public contact.

License:This class requires incumbents to possess and maintain a valid California driver's license, Class C or higher, to carry out job related duties. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical or mental disability may request a reasonable accommodation.

Background Requirements:Incumbents in this class will have access to Federal Tax Information and are subject to confidentiality and safeguarding requirements of Internal Revenue Code 6103(p)(4). As such, an individual selected for this position is subject to a thorough background investigation as stipulated in Section 5.1.1 of Internal Revenue Service Publication 1075, which includes the following:

• Review of Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) fingerprint results;

• Check of local law enforcement agencies where the subject has lived, worked and/or attended school within the last five (5) years and, if applicable, of the appropriate agency for any identified arrests; and

• Verification of an employee's eligibility to work in the United States.

Background investigations are conducted upon hire and every ten (10) years of employment thereafter.

Knowledge Of:

• Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases

• Basic investigative and interviewing techniques

• Methods and techniques used to manage conflict

• Principles and processes for providing customer service

• Documentation and record keeping methods

Ability To:

• Communicate effectively with the public representing diverse cultures and backgrounds

• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing

• Work independently, prioritize work, coordinate activities and meet critical deadlines

• Develop and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with others and maintain them over time

• Maintain accurate records and documentation regarding legal process actions taken

• Maintain confidentiality of information as per applicable laws and regulations

• Determine the appropriate course of action in emergency or unusual situations

• Develop information from the public and other sources to identify persons to be served

Application & Selection Process

To be considered for this position, please email a detailed resume to Tyria Valledor at Valledor.tyria@csy.cse.ca.gov

Following the closing date, resumes will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined. Candidates deemed to have the most relevant qualifications will proceed with the selection process which may include an oral interview.

The following is a tentative schedule of events that will occur as part of the selection process. The selection process steps, and all listed dates, may change with or without notice.

• Screen for Minimum Qualifications

• Screening for Best Qualified

• Department Selection Interviews

• Reference Checks

• Conditional Job Offer, pending:

• Pre-Employment Exams

• Drug & Alcohol Screen

• Department of Justice LiveScan

• Federal Tax Information Background Check

Confirmed Job OfferEstimated Start Date: March/April 2024

Contact Information

For questions about the position or about employment with the County, please contact Human Resources by e-mail at jobs@yolocounty.org or by phone at (530) 666-8055.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of the County of Yolo to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of sex, sexual orientation, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, physical disability (Including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws or ordinance. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. Reasonable testing arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities or who are unable to attend a scheduled test due to religious reasons in accordance with the Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please call the County of Yolo Human Resources Office at (530) 666-8055 at least five (5) business days prior to the scheduled test date to request accommodation. Documentation from a medical doctor, rehabilitation counselor, or other qualified professional will be required.

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