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posted_at: 4 days agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 4,869–5,926 a month
ALL QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE INVITED TO PARTICIPATE IN TESTING FOR THIS POSITION. TESTING WILL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING:
• TYPING EXAMINATION
• WRITTEN EXAMINATION...
ALL CANDIDATES WHO PASS THE EXAMINATIONS WILL BE SCREENED TO ENSURE THEY MEET THE CIVIL SERVICE PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING STANDARDS. PLEASE REVIEW THOSE STANDARDS HERE.
Under general supervision, incumbents in this classification work independently to provide a variety of specialized
ALL QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE INVITED TO PARTICIPATE IN TESTING FOR THIS POSITION. TESTING WILL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING:
• TYPING EXAMINATION
• WRITTEN EXAMINATION...
ALL CANDIDATES WHO PASS THE EXAMINATIONS WILL BE SCREENED TO ENSURE THEY MEET THE CIVIL SERVICE PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING STANDARDS. PLEASE REVIEW THOSE STANDARDS HERE.
Under general supervision, incumbents in this classification work independently to provide a variety of specialized legal, technical, and administrative support services in the Thurston County Sheriff’s Office. Depending on the specific assignment, incumbents must research crime and suspect information; process a variety of records, logs, court documents and other paperwork; perform records management and public disclosure functions in a law enforcement setting; perform background investigations on public visitors, contract employees and volunteers; enter, validate, and correct information in various computer systems.
Incumbent may be assigned and trained to work in any of the following to specialized areas:
• Warrants
• Firearms
• Civil
• Front Desk
• Public Records
• Records
• Sex Offender Registry
• Evidence
• Investigative Services
• Corrections
What we offer our employees:
• Work-Life Balance: We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individual’s lifestyle.
• Plan For Your Future: As a member of our team, you will enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visit Benefits 2024 Thurston County Employee Benefit Plans website for more information.
• Paid Leave: Full-time regular employees earn a minimum of 12 paid vacation days per year in addition to 11 paid holidays.
• Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
• Deferred Compensation: The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: This is a federal program which allows full-time public service employees who have made 120 qualifying payments for certain loans, to get their student loans repaid. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Why you’ll love it here:
Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washington’s South Puget Sound Region. Perched in between the mountains and the ocean, the area boasts the perfect blend of year-round outdoor activities including boating, hiking, skiing, and more. The region is also home to the state capitol city of Olympia, known for its many restaurants, microbreweries, coffee shops, farmer’s markets, kids’ activities, history, and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at Experienceolympia.com.
At least 18 years of age at time of appointment.
United States Citizen or lawful permanent resident able to speak, read, and write the English language (RCW 41.14.100).
High school diploma or GED.
One year of college course work and two years of work experience in legal, law enforcement, or administrative support field. Experience may substitute for education, and education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.
Acceptable scores on Civil Service skills examinations, including a typing test.
Successfully pass a background investigation which may include a polygraph and/or psychological examination.
Contact Person: Wayne Jones, Chief Examiner, (360) 786-5249. Email: civilservice@co.thurston.wa.us.
This position is:
- Represented by a Union
- Eligible for benefits
- Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
Items required for consideration:
- Application
- If applicable, Veteran's Scoring Criteria Declaration and supporting documentation.
THURSTON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Thurston County is committed to provide equal opportunity to all persons seeking or having access to its employment, services and activities, which is free from restriction based on race, sex, marital status, color, creed or religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, pregnancy, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, unless based upon bona fide occupational qualifications. Applicants with disabilities who need accommodation with the application or selection process should contact Thurston County’s Human Resources, at (360) 786-5498. Those who are deaf, deaf-blind, hard of hearing or speech impaired may use the statewide relay system to reach Thurston County offices and departments to conduct their business telephonically. Relay users can simply dial 7-1-1 (or 1-800-833-6388) to connect with Washington Relay Show more details...
• TYPING EXAMINATION
• WRITTEN EXAMINATION...
ALL CANDIDATES WHO PASS THE EXAMINATIONS WILL BE SCREENED TO ENSURE THEY MEET THE CIVIL SERVICE PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING STANDARDS. PLEASE REVIEW THOSE STANDARDS HERE.
Under general supervision, incumbents in this classification work independently to provide a variety of specialized legal, technical, and administrative support services in the Thurston County Sheriff’s Office. Depending on the specific assignment, incumbents must research crime and suspect information; process a variety of records, logs, court documents and other paperwork; perform records management and public disclosure functions in a law enforcement setting; perform background investigations on public visitors, contract employees and volunteers; enter, validate, and correct information in various computer systems.
Incumbent may be assigned and trained to work in any of the following to specialized areas:
• Warrants
• Firearms
• Civil
• Front Desk
• Public Records
• Records
• Sex Offender Registry
• Evidence
• Investigative Services
• Corrections
What we offer our employees:
• Work-Life Balance: We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individual’s lifestyle.
• Plan For Your Future: As a member of our team, you will enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visit Benefits 2024 Thurston County Employee Benefit Plans website for more information.
• Paid Leave: Full-time regular employees earn a minimum of 12 paid vacation days per year in addition to 11 paid holidays.
• Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
• Deferred Compensation: The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: This is a federal program which allows full-time public service employees who have made 120 qualifying payments for certain loans, to get their student loans repaid. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Why you’ll love it here:
Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washington’s South Puget Sound Region. Perched in between the mountains and the ocean, the area boasts the perfect blend of year-round outdoor activities including boating, hiking, skiing, and more. The region is also home to the state capitol city of Olympia, known for its many restaurants, microbreweries, coffee shops, farmer’s markets, kids’ activities, history, and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at Experienceolympia.com.
At least 18 years of age at time of appointment.
United States Citizen or lawful permanent resident able to speak, read, and write the English language (RCW 41.14.100).
High school diploma or GED.
One year of college course work and two years of work experience in legal, law enforcement, or administrative support field. Experience may substitute for education, and education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.
Acceptable scores on Civil Service skills examinations, including a typing test.
Successfully pass a background investigation which may include a polygraph and/or psychological examination.
Contact Person: Wayne Jones, Chief Examiner, (360) 786-5249. Email: civilservice@co.thurston.wa.us.
This position is:
- Represented by a Union
- Eligible for benefits
- Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
Items required for consideration:
- Application
- If applicable, Veteran's Scoring Criteria Declaration and supporting documentation.
THURSTON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Thurston County is committed to provide equal opportunity to all persons seeking or having access to its employment, services and activities, which is free from restriction based on race, sex, marital status, color, creed or religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, pregnancy, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, unless based upon bona fide occupational qualifications. Applicants with disabilities who need accommodation with the application or selection process should contact Thurston County’s Human Resources, at (360) 786-5498. Those who are deaf, deaf-blind, hard of hearing or speech impaired may use the statewide relay system to reach Thurston County offices and departments to conduct their business telephonically. Relay users can simply dial 7-1-1 (or 1-800-833-6388) to connect with Washington Relay Show more details...
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posted_at: 5 days agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 6,552–8,735 a month
• **This employment opportunity will remain open until filled. Thurston County Public Works reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time. To ensure consideration for this position, please submit your application as soon as possible.***
Thurston County Public Works is recruiting for three (3) Operations Supervisors. Two (2) Road Operations Supervisors and one (1) Traffic Operations... Supervisor to join our dynamic, energetic, and innovative
• **This employment opportunity will remain open until filled. Thurston County Public Works reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time. To ensure consideration for this position, please submit your application as soon as possible.***
Thurston County Public Works is recruiting for three (3) Operations Supervisors. Two (2) Road Operations Supervisors and one (1) Traffic Operations... Supervisor to join our dynamic, energetic, and innovative team. The successful candidates will be responsible for the direction, planning, and tracking of various road maintenance, construction, emergency response, traffic control, and other related traffic/road operation activities. These positions supervise staff and set priorities for one or more work crews. May act in the capacity of the Road Operations Manager or the Traffic Engineering & Operations Manager during their absence.
Essential functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Supervises, plans, directs, and organizes crew workloads and assignments, reviews progress, directs changes in priorities and schedules as needed to assure work is performed in a timely and efficient manner.
• Sets operational priorities, goals, objectives, and develops short- and long-term work plans for maintenance programs and County forces projects.
• Plans and schedules all road and traffic maintenance and construction work including emergency response. Determines project elements including labor, equipment, and supply needs. Dispatches maintenance, repair, and operation crews.
• Provides training and professional development for assigned staff in order to make full use of individual capabilities and to meet changing demands. Counsels employees on methods of improving performance and enforcing the personnel rules.
• May work closely with traffic engineers in development of new traffic programs and help coordinate between engineering staff and field operations.
To view the full job classification, click here: Operations Supervisor
Essential Personnel: These positions are considered to be essential workers and may be required to work during non-business hours or closures in order to meet operational requirements and needs, such as during snow and ice events.
Message to potential applicants: We understand that some potential applicants are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the functions or skills listed in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and we understand that may be someone who will learn some of these skills on the job. If you are interested in this position, and meet the minimum qualifications, we encourage you to go ahead and apply! Feel free to think about how you will bring your own set of skills to the role and tell us about the potential that you hold.
The Thurston County Public Works Department, located in Olympia, Washington is a national award-winning agency in delivering quality projects to our community. Our mission is to provide quality public services in all areas of our business. We actively help our staff develop and grow professionally, we bring together resources across divisions to achieve organizational goals, we are always ready to respond to community needs, and we are an American Public Works Association accredited agency, consistently meeting industry best practices benchmarks.
Our Core Values:
• Accountability – We take responsibility for our actions and the resulting outcomes.
• Customer Service – We provide our customers with the highest level of service and quality.
• Innovation – We strive to continuously improve processes, performance, and results.
• Safety – We demonstrate an uncompromising commitment to safety.
• Teamwork – We work together toward achieving a common recognized end.
Mission - to provide excellent public services in all areas of our business.
Vision – The premier public works organization, accountable and transparent in all services we provide to our community.
Thurston County Public Works values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. To us, inclusion means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths. We are dedicated to recruiting and developing a talented workforce from various cultures, lifestyles, backgrounds, and perspectives who are committed to our vision and core values. Thurston County Racial Equity and Inclusion Webpage.
What we offer our employees:
• Work-Life Balance: We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individual’s lifestyle.
• Plan For Your Future: As a member of our team, you will enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visit Benefits 2024 Thurston County Employee Benefit Plans website for more information.
• Paid Leave: Full-time regular employees earn a minimum of 12 paid vacation days per year in addition to 11 paid holidays.
• Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
• Flexible Work Schedules: Some of the options that employees may take advantage of include alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.
• Deferred Compensation: The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: This is a federal program which allows full-time public service employees who have made 120 qualifying payments for certain loans, to get their student loans repaid. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Why you’ll love it here:
Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washington’s South Puget Sound Region. Perched in between the mountains and the ocean, the area boasts the perfect blend of year-round outdoor activities including boating, hiking, skiing, and more. The region is also home to the state capitol city of Olympia, known for its many restaurants, microbreweries, coffee shops, farmer’s markets, kids’ activities, history, and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at Experienceolympia.com.
• Associate degree in Public Administration, Business, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field. Additional experience may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.
• Four (4) years progressively responsible experience with at least two (2) years previous lead or supervisory experience and budget management in roads engineering, construction, and maintenance. Previous experience in the areas of public administration, business writing, budget administration, public speaking, personnel and labor management is desired.
• Must have a valid Washington State Driver’s License, be able to obtain one within 30 days of employment or have an appropriate accommodation. A CDL is desirable.
• Ability to utilize a personal computer and related software packages to perform word processing, spreadsheets, analysis, information retrieval and tracking.
• Experience as an Operations Manager or Supervisor for an organization primarily involved in road maintenance, construction, or traffic control.
• Knowledge and experience using the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices and Washington State amendments.
• Knowledge and experience with long-line striping maintenance, operations and equipment.
• Knowledge and experience with purchasing and contracting for materials and services.
• Knowledge and experience in street lighting system maintenance and operations.
• Knowledge and experience with best management practices associated with road maintenance activities.
Questions about this recruitment?
The contacts for this recruitment are Mike Lowman, Road Operations Manager, 360-867-2350 and Matt Unzelman, County Engineer, 360-867-2335
This position is:
• NOT represented by a Union
• NOT eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• Eligible for benefits
Items required for consideration:
• Application
• Resume
• Letter of Interest
• Supplemental Questions
Learn more about Thurston County at: Thurston County Show more details...
Thurston County Public Works is recruiting for three (3) Operations Supervisors. Two (2) Road Operations Supervisors and one (1) Traffic Operations... Supervisor to join our dynamic, energetic, and innovative team. The successful candidates will be responsible for the direction, planning, and tracking of various road maintenance, construction, emergency response, traffic control, and other related traffic/road operation activities. These positions supervise staff and set priorities for one or more work crews. May act in the capacity of the Road Operations Manager or the Traffic Engineering & Operations Manager during their absence.
Essential functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Supervises, plans, directs, and organizes crew workloads and assignments, reviews progress, directs changes in priorities and schedules as needed to assure work is performed in a timely and efficient manner.
• Sets operational priorities, goals, objectives, and develops short- and long-term work plans for maintenance programs and County forces projects.
• Plans and schedules all road and traffic maintenance and construction work including emergency response. Determines project elements including labor, equipment, and supply needs. Dispatches maintenance, repair, and operation crews.
• Provides training and professional development for assigned staff in order to make full use of individual capabilities and to meet changing demands. Counsels employees on methods of improving performance and enforcing the personnel rules.
• May work closely with traffic engineers in development of new traffic programs and help coordinate between engineering staff and field operations.
To view the full job classification, click here: Operations Supervisor
Essential Personnel: These positions are considered to be essential workers and may be required to work during non-business hours or closures in order to meet operational requirements and needs, such as during snow and ice events.
Message to potential applicants: We understand that some potential applicants are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the functions or skills listed in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and we understand that may be someone who will learn some of these skills on the job. If you are interested in this position, and meet the minimum qualifications, we encourage you to go ahead and apply! Feel free to think about how you will bring your own set of skills to the role and tell us about the potential that you hold.
The Thurston County Public Works Department, located in Olympia, Washington is a national award-winning agency in delivering quality projects to our community. Our mission is to provide quality public services in all areas of our business. We actively help our staff develop and grow professionally, we bring together resources across divisions to achieve organizational goals, we are always ready to respond to community needs, and we are an American Public Works Association accredited agency, consistently meeting industry best practices benchmarks.
Our Core Values:
• Accountability – We take responsibility for our actions and the resulting outcomes.
• Customer Service – We provide our customers with the highest level of service and quality.
• Innovation – We strive to continuously improve processes, performance, and results.
• Safety – We demonstrate an uncompromising commitment to safety.
• Teamwork – We work together toward achieving a common recognized end.
Mission - to provide excellent public services in all areas of our business.
Vision – The premier public works organization, accountable and transparent in all services we provide to our community.
Thurston County Public Works values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. To us, inclusion means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths. We are dedicated to recruiting and developing a talented workforce from various cultures, lifestyles, backgrounds, and perspectives who are committed to our vision and core values. Thurston County Racial Equity and Inclusion Webpage.
What we offer our employees:
• Work-Life Balance: We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individual’s lifestyle.
• Plan For Your Future: As a member of our team, you will enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visit Benefits 2024 Thurston County Employee Benefit Plans website for more information.
• Paid Leave: Full-time regular employees earn a minimum of 12 paid vacation days per year in addition to 11 paid holidays.
• Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
• Flexible Work Schedules: Some of the options that employees may take advantage of include alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.
• Deferred Compensation: The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: This is a federal program which allows full-time public service employees who have made 120 qualifying payments for certain loans, to get their student loans repaid. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Why you’ll love it here:
Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washington’s South Puget Sound Region. Perched in between the mountains and the ocean, the area boasts the perfect blend of year-round outdoor activities including boating, hiking, skiing, and more. The region is also home to the state capitol city of Olympia, known for its many restaurants, microbreweries, coffee shops, farmer’s markets, kids’ activities, history, and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at Experienceolympia.com.
• Associate degree in Public Administration, Business, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field. Additional experience may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.
• Four (4) years progressively responsible experience with at least two (2) years previous lead or supervisory experience and budget management in roads engineering, construction, and maintenance. Previous experience in the areas of public administration, business writing, budget administration, public speaking, personnel and labor management is desired.
• Must have a valid Washington State Driver’s License, be able to obtain one within 30 days of employment or have an appropriate accommodation. A CDL is desirable.
• Ability to utilize a personal computer and related software packages to perform word processing, spreadsheets, analysis, information retrieval and tracking.
• Experience as an Operations Manager or Supervisor for an organization primarily involved in road maintenance, construction, or traffic control.
• Knowledge and experience using the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices and Washington State amendments.
• Knowledge and experience with long-line striping maintenance, operations and equipment.
• Knowledge and experience with purchasing and contracting for materials and services.
• Knowledge and experience in street lighting system maintenance and operations.
• Knowledge and experience with best management practices associated with road maintenance activities.
Questions about this recruitment?
The contacts for this recruitment are Mike Lowman, Road Operations Manager, 360-867-2350 and Matt Unzelman, County Engineer, 360-867-2335
This position is:
• NOT represented by a Union
• NOT eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• Eligible for benefits
Items required for consideration:
• Application
• Resume
• Letter of Interest
• Supplemental Questions
Learn more about Thurston County at: Thurston County Show more details...
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posted_at: 6 days agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 5,365–6,647 a month
Thurston County Public Works is recruiting for four (4) Senior Maintenance Technicians to join our dynamic, energetic, and innovative team. The successful candidates will operate a variety of specialized road maintenance/ construction equipment and perform work in maintenance, construction, traffic control, and other Public Works activities.
Essential functions may include, but are not limited... to, the following:
• May act as lead worker to other
Thurston County Public Works is recruiting for four (4) Senior Maintenance Technicians to join our dynamic, energetic, and innovative team. The successful candidates will operate a variety of specialized road maintenance/ construction equipment and perform work in maintenance, construction, traffic control, and other Public Works activities.
Essential functions may include, but are not limited... to, the following:
• May act as lead worker to other employees. May train or provide instruction. May check for completion of scheduled work. Trains other personnel in the correct operation of road maintenance and construction equipment.
• Performs labor associated with maintenance, repair and construction of roadway systems including roadway/shoulder maintenance and construction, drainage, mowing, vegetation control, bridge maintenance/construction, snow/ice removal and control, traffic marking system, traffic control and assistance at the rock pits.
• Assists in on-site work direction. Prepares and maintains daily work logs, inventory files and billings.
• Operates all highway construction equipment, such as but not limited to:
• Boom truck
• Backhoe/excavator
• Slope mower
• Asphalt distributor
• Belt loader
• Belly dump trailer
• Grader
• Bulldozer
• Man lift
• Large size wheel loader
• Vactor truck
• 10 ton roller
• Lowboy tractor and trailer
• Slope mower
To view the full Senior Maintenance Technician Classification, click here.
Essential Personnel: This position is considered to be an essential worker and may be required to work during non-business hours or closures in order to meet operational requirements and needs, such as clearing roads during a snow and ice event.
Message to potential applicants: We understand that some potential applicants are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the functions or skills listed in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and we understand that may be someone who will learn some of these skills on the job. If you are interested in this position, and meet the minimum qualifications, we encourage you to go ahead and apply! Feel free to think about how you will bring your own set of skills to the role and tell us about the potential that you hold.
The Thurston County Public Works Department, located in Olympia, Washington is a national award-winning agency in delivering quality projects to our community. Our mission is to provide quality public services in all areas of our business. We actively help our staff develop and grow professionally, we bring together resources across divisions to achieve organizational goals, we are always ready to respond to community needs, and we are an American Public Works Association accredited agency, consistently meeting industry best practices benchmarks.
Our Core Values:
• Accountability – We take responsibility for our actions and the resulting outcomes.
• Customer Service – We provide our customers with the highest level of service and quality.
• Innovation – We strive to continuously improve processes, performance, and results.
• Safety – We demonstrate an uncompromising commitment to safety.
• Teamwork – We work together toward achieving a common recognized end.
Mission - to provide excellent public services in all areas of our business.
Vision – The premier public works organization, accountable and transparent in all services we provide to our community.
Thurston County Public Works values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. To us, inclusion means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths. We are dedicated to recruiting and developing a talented workforce from various cultures, lifestyles, backgrounds, and perspectives who are committed to our vision and core values. Thurston County Racial Equity and Inclusion Webpage
What we offer our employees:
• Work-Life Balance: We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individual’s lifestyle.
• Plan For Your Future: As a member of our team, you will enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visit Benefits 2024 Thurston County Employee Benefit Plans website for more information.
• Paid Leave: Full-time regular employees earn a minimum of 12 paid vacation days per year in addition to 11 paid holidays.
• Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
• Flexible Work Schedules: Some of the options that employees may take advantage of include alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.
• Deferred Compensation: The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: This is a federal program which allows full-time public service employees who have made 120 qualifying payments for certain loans, to get their student loans repaid. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Why you’ll love it here:
Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washington’s South Puget Sound Region. Perched in between the mountains and the ocean, the area boasts the perfect blend of year-round outdoor activities including boating, hiking, skiing, and more. The region is also home to the state capitol city of Olympia, known for its many restaurants, microbreweries, coffee shops, farmer’s markets, kids’ activities, history, and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at Experienceolympia.com.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Three years (3) experience in road maintenance, construction, traffic control maintenance, and heavy equipment operation. Previous experience providing instruction, training and scheduling assignments of others.
• Current Washington State Driver's License or have requested and obtained an appropriate accommodation.
• Must possess a Washington Traffic Flagging Card or obtain one within six (6) months of employment.
• Must hold a valid First Aid Card or obtain one within three (3) months of employment.
• A valid Washington State Class A, Commercial Driver's License with air brake endorsement. Special endorsements for tanker and hazardous materials must be obtained within six (6) months of hire date.
• Must meet certification requirements in the Public Works equipment training program for Senior Maintenance Technician within probationary period of employment.
• Ability to operate a wide variety of heavy equipment and power tools.
• Ability to maintain heavy equipment and make minor mechanical repairs.
• Knowledge of procedures and practices related to road maintenance, construction, traffic control maintenance and/or rock crusher operation.
• Ability to work with the public in a courteous and professional manner, providing information and answering questions.
Questions about this recruitment?
The contact person for this recruitment is Mike Lowman, Thurston County Road Operations Manager, 360-867-2350
This position is:
• Represented by a Union
• Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• Eligible for benefits
• Covered by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and the Thurston County Fit for Work policy and will be subject to pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident drug and alcohol testing, and all other requirements of the Federal regulations and policy.
Items required for consideration:
• Application
• Response to Supplemental Questions
• Copy of CDL license (front and back)
Learn more about Thurston County at: Thurston County Show more details...
Essential functions may include, but are not limited... to, the following:
• May act as lead worker to other employees. May train or provide instruction. May check for completion of scheduled work. Trains other personnel in the correct operation of road maintenance and construction equipment.
• Performs labor associated with maintenance, repair and construction of roadway systems including roadway/shoulder maintenance and construction, drainage, mowing, vegetation control, bridge maintenance/construction, snow/ice removal and control, traffic marking system, traffic control and assistance at the rock pits.
• Assists in on-site work direction. Prepares and maintains daily work logs, inventory files and billings.
• Operates all highway construction equipment, such as but not limited to:
• Boom truck
• Backhoe/excavator
• Slope mower
• Asphalt distributor
• Belt loader
• Belly dump trailer
• Grader
• Bulldozer
• Man lift
• Large size wheel loader
• Vactor truck
• 10 ton roller
• Lowboy tractor and trailer
• Slope mower
To view the full Senior Maintenance Technician Classification, click here.
Essential Personnel: This position is considered to be an essential worker and may be required to work during non-business hours or closures in order to meet operational requirements and needs, such as clearing roads during a snow and ice event.
Message to potential applicants: We understand that some potential applicants are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the functions or skills listed in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and we understand that may be someone who will learn some of these skills on the job. If you are interested in this position, and meet the minimum qualifications, we encourage you to go ahead and apply! Feel free to think about how you will bring your own set of skills to the role and tell us about the potential that you hold.
The Thurston County Public Works Department, located in Olympia, Washington is a national award-winning agency in delivering quality projects to our community. Our mission is to provide quality public services in all areas of our business. We actively help our staff develop and grow professionally, we bring together resources across divisions to achieve organizational goals, we are always ready to respond to community needs, and we are an American Public Works Association accredited agency, consistently meeting industry best practices benchmarks.
Our Core Values:
• Accountability – We take responsibility for our actions and the resulting outcomes.
• Customer Service – We provide our customers with the highest level of service and quality.
• Innovation – We strive to continuously improve processes, performance, and results.
• Safety – We demonstrate an uncompromising commitment to safety.
• Teamwork – We work together toward achieving a common recognized end.
Mission - to provide excellent public services in all areas of our business.
Vision – The premier public works organization, accountable and transparent in all services we provide to our community.
Thurston County Public Works values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. To us, inclusion means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths. We are dedicated to recruiting and developing a talented workforce from various cultures, lifestyles, backgrounds, and perspectives who are committed to our vision and core values. Thurston County Racial Equity and Inclusion Webpage
What we offer our employees:
• Work-Life Balance: We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individual’s lifestyle.
• Plan For Your Future: As a member of our team, you will enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visit Benefits 2024 Thurston County Employee Benefit Plans website for more information.
• Paid Leave: Full-time regular employees earn a minimum of 12 paid vacation days per year in addition to 11 paid holidays.
• Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
• Flexible Work Schedules: Some of the options that employees may take advantage of include alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.
• Deferred Compensation: The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: This is a federal program which allows full-time public service employees who have made 120 qualifying payments for certain loans, to get their student loans repaid. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Why you’ll love it here:
Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washington’s South Puget Sound Region. Perched in between the mountains and the ocean, the area boasts the perfect blend of year-round outdoor activities including boating, hiking, skiing, and more. The region is also home to the state capitol city of Olympia, known for its many restaurants, microbreweries, coffee shops, farmer’s markets, kids’ activities, history, and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at Experienceolympia.com.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Three years (3) experience in road maintenance, construction, traffic control maintenance, and heavy equipment operation. Previous experience providing instruction, training and scheduling assignments of others.
• Current Washington State Driver's License or have requested and obtained an appropriate accommodation.
• Must possess a Washington Traffic Flagging Card or obtain one within six (6) months of employment.
• Must hold a valid First Aid Card or obtain one within three (3) months of employment.
• A valid Washington State Class A, Commercial Driver's License with air brake endorsement. Special endorsements for tanker and hazardous materials must be obtained within six (6) months of hire date.
• Must meet certification requirements in the Public Works equipment training program for Senior Maintenance Technician within probationary period of employment.
• Ability to operate a wide variety of heavy equipment and power tools.
• Ability to maintain heavy equipment and make minor mechanical repairs.
• Knowledge of procedures and practices related to road maintenance, construction, traffic control maintenance and/or rock crusher operation.
• Ability to work with the public in a courteous and professional manner, providing information and answering questions.
Questions about this recruitment?
The contact person for this recruitment is Mike Lowman, Thurston County Road Operations Manager, 360-867-2350
This position is:
• Represented by a Union
• Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• Eligible for benefits
• Covered by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and the Thurston County Fit for Work policy and will be subject to pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident drug and alcohol testing, and all other requirements of the Federal regulations and policy.
Items required for consideration:
• Application
• Response to Supplemental Questions
• Copy of CDL license (front and back)
Learn more about Thurston County at: Thurston County Show more details...
via GovernmentJobs.com
schedule_type: Full-timesalary: 6,156–9,148 a month
**This employment opportunity will remain open until filled. The Thurston County Prosecuting Attorney's Office reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time. To ensure consideration for this position, please submit your application as soon as possible.**
This employment opportunity is for a regular fulltime project position with an end date of December 31, 2023...
The Thurston County Prosecuting Attorney's Office is seeking resumes from
**This employment opportunity will remain open until filled. The Thurston County Prosecuting Attorney's Office reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time. To ensure consideration for this position, please submit your application as soon as possible.**
This employment opportunity is for a regular fulltime project position with an end date of December 31, 2023...
The Thurston County Prosecuting Attorney's Office is seeking resumes from highly motivated and qualified individuals to fill a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney position within our Criminal Division. Duties include prosecution of District Court, Juvenile Court, and/or Superior Court cases, depending on level of qualifications.
NOTE: Depending upon qualifications, the successful applicant will be placed at a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney I or II classification. Deputy Prosecuting Attorney I:
• Graduation from a recognized and accredited school of law and admission to the Bar of the State of Washington.
• Knowledge of traffic, juvenile and criminal laws of the State of Washington; rules and procedures of justice and superior courts; basic techniques of preparation of traffic and criminal cases.
• Ability to perform basic legal research and present evidence in atmosphere of criminal trial.
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney II:
• Graduation from a recognized school of law, and admission to the Bar of the State of Washington.
• Must have a minimum of two years of practice as an attorney with criminal trial experience or its equivalent.
• Knowledge of traffic and criminal laws of the State of Washington; rules and procedures of juvenile justice. district and superior courts; basic techniques of preparation and prosecution of juvenile, traffic and felony criminal cases.
• Ability to perform legal research; analyze and apply legal principles, facts, evidence, and precedents to legal problems; present law, facts, evidence, and arguments clearly and logically in written and oral form; work harmoniously with law enforcement and court personnel and maintain good public relations.
Questions regarding this opportunity?
The contact person for this recruitment is: Christen Peters at (360) 786-5540 Ext 6256
Salary Ranges:
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney I - $6,156.00 - $6,402.00 Monthly
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney II - $6,723.00 - $9,148.00 Monthly
This position is:
- Represented by the Association of Thurston County Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys
- Eligible for benefits
- Not eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
- Contingent upon passing a background investigation
Items required for consideration:
- Application
- Letter of Interest
- Resume
- Reference List
- Supplemental Questionnaire (Applicant Disclosure Form - Pursuant to RCW Section 43.43.830 Show more details...
This employment opportunity is for a regular fulltime project position with an end date of December 31, 2023...
The Thurston County Prosecuting Attorney's Office is seeking resumes from highly motivated and qualified individuals to fill a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney position within our Criminal Division. Duties include prosecution of District Court, Juvenile Court, and/or Superior Court cases, depending on level of qualifications.
NOTE: Depending upon qualifications, the successful applicant will be placed at a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney I or II classification. Deputy Prosecuting Attorney I:
• Graduation from a recognized and accredited school of law and admission to the Bar of the State of Washington.
• Knowledge of traffic, juvenile and criminal laws of the State of Washington; rules and procedures of justice and superior courts; basic techniques of preparation of traffic and criminal cases.
• Ability to perform basic legal research and present evidence in atmosphere of criminal trial.
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney II:
• Graduation from a recognized school of law, and admission to the Bar of the State of Washington.
• Must have a minimum of two years of practice as an attorney with criminal trial experience or its equivalent.
• Knowledge of traffic and criminal laws of the State of Washington; rules and procedures of juvenile justice. district and superior courts; basic techniques of preparation and prosecution of juvenile, traffic and felony criminal cases.
• Ability to perform legal research; analyze and apply legal principles, facts, evidence, and precedents to legal problems; present law, facts, evidence, and arguments clearly and logically in written and oral form; work harmoniously with law enforcement and court personnel and maintain good public relations.
Questions regarding this opportunity?
The contact person for this recruitment is: Christen Peters at (360) 786-5540 Ext 6256
Salary Ranges:
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney I - $6,156.00 - $6,402.00 Monthly
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney II - $6,723.00 - $9,148.00 Monthly
This position is:
- Represented by the Association of Thurston County Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys
- Eligible for benefits
- Not eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
- Contingent upon passing a background investigation
Items required for consideration:
- Application
- Letter of Interest
- Resume
- Reference List
- Supplemental Questionnaire (Applicant Disclosure Form - Pursuant to RCW Section 43.43.830 Show more details...
via ZipRecruiter
posted_at: 6 days agoschedule_type: Full-time and Part-time
Salary: $6,537.00 - $8,716.00 Monthly
Location : Olympia, WA...
Job Type: Regular Full-Time Employee
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 37R00171
Department: Pretrial Services
Opening Date: 01/17/2024
Closing Date: 2/1/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A
Summary of Duties
Thurston County Pretrial Services is seeking a Pretrial Program Manager to oversee daily operations of the Pretrial Screening and Supervision
Salary: $6,537.00 - $8,716.00 Monthly
Location : Olympia, WA...
Job Type: Regular Full-Time Employee
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 37R00171
Department: Pretrial Services
Opening Date: 01/17/2024
Closing Date: 2/1/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A
Summary of Duties
Thurston County Pretrial Services is seeking a Pretrial Program Manager to oversee daily operations of the Pretrial Screening and Supervision Unit. Thurston County is deeply invested in pretrial best practices and ongoing program improvement, and this new leadership position will work closely with an experienced and committed staff team, the Director of Pretrial Services, and numerous system partners to play a critical role in those efforts.
The Pretrial Program Manager manages, coordinates, and supervises Thurston County's Pretrial Services Screening and Supervision Unit, whose responsibilities include completing screening reports and risk assessments for individuals involved in criminal legal proceedings with both District and Superior Courts, supervising clients' Court-ordered pretrial release conditions, promoting clients' success during the pretrial period, and providing timely and accurate information to the Courts and parties.
Essential functions may include, but are not limited to:
• Supervising Pretrial Officers.
• Assigning and overseeing the work of the screening and supervision team.
• Conducting quality assurance and file reviews.
• Developing and overseeing implementation of policies and program improvements.
• Managing pretrial program data and performance measures.
• Collaborating with criminal legal system partners including judges, prosecuting attorneys, defense attorneys, and law enforcement.
• Performing the work of a Pretrial Officer as needed.
What we offer our employees:
• Work-Life Balance: We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individual's lifestyle.
• Plan For Your Future: As a member of our team, you will enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visit Benefits 2024 Thurston County Employee Benefit Plans website for more information.
• Paid Leave: Full-time regular employees earn a minimum of 12 paid vacation days per year in addition to 11 paidholidays.
• Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
• Flexible Work Schedules:Some of the options that employees may take advantage of include alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.
• Deferred Compensation: The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness:This is a federal program which allows full-time public service employees who have made 120 qualifying payments for certain loans, to get their student loans repaid. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Why you'll love it here
Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washington's South Puget Sound Region. Perched in between the mountains and the ocean, the area boasts the perfect blend of year-round outdoor activities including boating, hiking, skiing, and more. The region is also home to the state capitol city of Olympia, known for its many restaurants, microbreweries, coffee shops, farmer's markets, kids' activities, history, and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at Experienceolympia.com
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in a field closely related to the specific position. Additional experience may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.
• Four years of progressively responsible experience related to pretrial services, criminal justice, behavioral or social services, or related field.
• Demonstrated competence in the principles and practices of public policy development and administration. Also must be able to demonstrate competency in supervising personnel involved in program implementation and in establishing and controlling budgets.
• Current Washington State Driver's License or have requested and obtained an appropriate accommodation.
• Ability to efficiently use a personal computer and applicable software to successfully perform the essential job functions of the position.
• Depending upon the area of assignment, a specialized certification or accreditation may be required of the position.
• Must be able to pass background clearance to enter corrections facility and run criminal history.
Desired Skills
• Experience in the criminal justice or social services field interviewing, counseling or supervising justice-involved individuals.
• Commitment to and knowledge of evidence-based pretrial service practices, including pretrial risk assessment and pretrial release and supervision functions.
• Knowledge of local, state & federal criminal laws, confidentiality requirements, local court rules and administrative codes.
• Knowledge of casework duties including investigation and supervision of justice-involved individuals.
• Knowledge necessary to oversee the work of Pretrial Officers.
• Experience supervising professional staff.
• Experience and/ or background in substance use, mental health, and/or domestic violence services.
• Ability to establish priorities and work independently.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with elected officials, staff, and the community.
• Experience with quality assurance, utilization review and case record review.
• Familiarity with automated court/ case management systems.
• Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong management, organizational and prioritization skills.
Other Position Related Information
Questions about this recruitment?
The contact person for this recruitment is Carrie Hennen, Director, 360-742-9707
This position is:
- NOT represented by a Union
- NOT eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
- Eligible for benefits
- Contingent on the ability to pass a criminal background check
Items required for consideration:
- Application
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Applicant Disclosure Form (Pursuant to RCW Section 43.43.830) (Supplemental Questions 1-6)
Thurston County provides a comprehensive benefits package to all regular employees. The following is a brief summary of available benefits offered to county employees. Benefits are subject to change and may differ according to collective bargaining agreements. Plan documents and eligibility requirements are provided upon hire. This information is subject to change at anytime.
Health Care Benefits:
Thurston County provides medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage for all regular full-time employees enrolled in the County's standard plans. For regular part-time employees, who work less than 75% of an FTE, the county pays a pro-rated portion of the cost for medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
Medical
Thurston County provides medical benefits through the Washington State's Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB). Plan availability is based on county of residence. Each year the County determines the standard and non-standard plans. For standard plans, the County pays the full employee premium.
Dental
Dental plans are provided through the Washington Counties Insurance Fund (WCIF). Employees have the opportunity to choose between two plans, Delta Dental, a preferred provider plan or Willamette Dental, an HMO plan.
Vision
Thurston County employees have Vision Service Plan coverage through the Washington Counties Insurance Fund (WCIF). Employees also have additional vision coverage through their medical plan.
Life Insurance
The County provides each regular, full-time employee with a basic, term life plan of $36,000 life insurance and $36,000 accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage. Additional voluntary, supplemental life insurance and AD&D insurance is available as a payroll deduction.
Dependent Coverage
Eligible dependents may be added to all coverage listed above. Depending upon the bargaining unit, the County pays up to a specific maximum amount toward dependent coverage with the employee paying any amount above the County maximum contribution.
Pension Plans:
Retirement
Eligible Thurston County employees participate in the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems' pension plans (PERS, PSERS, or LEOFF). With the exception of PERS plan 3, all of these plans are "defined benefit" plans with retirement benefits based on your average compensation and earned service credits. PERS Plan 3 is a hybrid plan incorporating both "defined benefit" and "defined contribution" elements. These plans are funded by both employer and employee contributions.
Deferred Compensation
The County offers three voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan. Deferred compensation plans are 457 plans as defined by IRS regulations.
Holiday and Leave Programs:
Paid Leave
Thurston County offers two leave plans, Alternative leave and Traditional leave. In the Alternative Leave program, leave is accrued per pay period and may be used for vacation and/or sick leave purposes. Employees in the Traditional Leave program accrue both sick leave and annual leave each pay period.
Thurston County Observed Holidays
Eleven paid are observed by Thurston County. Depending on union contract, regular employees receive one floating holiday and one Community Service Day each calendar year, or two floating holidays each calendar year.
Other County Paid Benefits:
Long Term Disability (LTD)
The county's long term disability plan provides a monthly benefit of 60% of your monthly base salary up to $6,000 per month after a waiting period of 90 days of disability.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employees and immediate family members are eligible to receive confidential, professional counseling assessment and referral services through First Choice Health. The employee assistance program can assist and respond to all kinds of requests for counseling assessment and life concerns, such as, relationship concerns, family problems, alcohol and drug abuse problems, financial crisis, identification theft, general stress, caregiver burnout, depression, etc. Services are available 24-hours per day, 7-days per week.
Additional Voluntary Benefits:
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses. Section 125 FSAs allow you to pay for allowable health-related and/or dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Short Term Disability
The County's short term disability plan is meant to assist with temporary periods of disability, as well as bridge the 90 day waiting period before the County's Long Term Disability begins. It provides a benefit of 60% of employees weekly base salary up to $1,000 per week after a waiting period of 30 days.
Worksite Plans:
• Accident Insurance is designed to help pay for costs not covered by employee health insurance when injured due to an accident.
• Hospital Indemnity will pay a lump sum if an employee is admitted to the hospital, and will pay a lump sum for each day your are inpatient, to a maximum of 15 days per year.
• Critical Illness will pay a lump sum if you are diagnosed with certain serious conditions. Cancer, heart attack, and stroke are a few of the listed conditions in this policy.
Electronic Payroll Savings with TreasuryDirect
County employees can invest in TreasuryDirect electronic savings bonds (Series I and EE) by requesting a payroll deduction. Monthly deductions are forwarded to the Federal Reserve, which enables employees to buy and redeem electronic savings bonds directly from the United States Treasury Department.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Thurston County is a qualified employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Act. Employees may be eligible for federal student loan forgiveness.
Additional Benefits
The County also offers direct deposit, credit union memberships, a Commute Trip Reduction Program, and other miscellaneous benefits.
Please click for more information or visit the Thurston County Benefits website:
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Location : Olympia, WA...
Job Type: Regular Full-Time Employee
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 37R00171
Department: Pretrial Services
Opening Date: 01/17/2024
Closing Date: 2/1/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A
Summary of Duties
Thurston County Pretrial Services is seeking a Pretrial Program Manager to oversee daily operations of the Pretrial Screening and Supervision Unit. Thurston County is deeply invested in pretrial best practices and ongoing program improvement, and this new leadership position will work closely with an experienced and committed staff team, the Director of Pretrial Services, and numerous system partners to play a critical role in those efforts.
The Pretrial Program Manager manages, coordinates, and supervises Thurston County's Pretrial Services Screening and Supervision Unit, whose responsibilities include completing screening reports and risk assessments for individuals involved in criminal legal proceedings with both District and Superior Courts, supervising clients' Court-ordered pretrial release conditions, promoting clients' success during the pretrial period, and providing timely and accurate information to the Courts and parties.
Essential functions may include, but are not limited to:
• Supervising Pretrial Officers.
• Assigning and overseeing the work of the screening and supervision team.
• Conducting quality assurance and file reviews.
• Developing and overseeing implementation of policies and program improvements.
• Managing pretrial program data and performance measures.
• Collaborating with criminal legal system partners including judges, prosecuting attorneys, defense attorneys, and law enforcement.
• Performing the work of a Pretrial Officer as needed.
What we offer our employees:
• Work-Life Balance: We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individual's lifestyle.
• Plan For Your Future: As a member of our team, you will enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visit Benefits 2024 Thurston County Employee Benefit Plans website for more information.
• Paid Leave: Full-time regular employees earn a minimum of 12 paid vacation days per year in addition to 11 paidholidays.
• Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
• Flexible Work Schedules:Some of the options that employees may take advantage of include alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.
• Deferred Compensation: The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness:This is a federal program which allows full-time public service employees who have made 120 qualifying payments for certain loans, to get their student loans repaid. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Why you'll love it here
Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washington's South Puget Sound Region. Perched in between the mountains and the ocean, the area boasts the perfect blend of year-round outdoor activities including boating, hiking, skiing, and more. The region is also home to the state capitol city of Olympia, known for its many restaurants, microbreweries, coffee shops, farmer's markets, kids' activities, history, and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at Experienceolympia.com
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in a field closely related to the specific position. Additional experience may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.
• Four years of progressively responsible experience related to pretrial services, criminal justice, behavioral or social services, or related field.
• Demonstrated competence in the principles and practices of public policy development and administration. Also must be able to demonstrate competency in supervising personnel involved in program implementation and in establishing and controlling budgets.
• Current Washington State Driver's License or have requested and obtained an appropriate accommodation.
• Ability to efficiently use a personal computer and applicable software to successfully perform the essential job functions of the position.
• Depending upon the area of assignment, a specialized certification or accreditation may be required of the position.
• Must be able to pass background clearance to enter corrections facility and run criminal history.
Desired Skills
• Experience in the criminal justice or social services field interviewing, counseling or supervising justice-involved individuals.
• Commitment to and knowledge of evidence-based pretrial service practices, including pretrial risk assessment and pretrial release and supervision functions.
• Knowledge of local, state & federal criminal laws, confidentiality requirements, local court rules and administrative codes.
• Knowledge of casework duties including investigation and supervision of justice-involved individuals.
• Knowledge necessary to oversee the work of Pretrial Officers.
• Experience supervising professional staff.
• Experience and/ or background in substance use, mental health, and/or domestic violence services.
• Ability to establish priorities and work independently.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with elected officials, staff, and the community.
• Experience with quality assurance, utilization review and case record review.
• Familiarity with automated court/ case management systems.
• Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong management, organizational and prioritization skills.
Other Position Related Information
Questions about this recruitment?
The contact person for this recruitment is Carrie Hennen, Director, 360-742-9707
This position is:
- NOT represented by a Union
- NOT eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
- Eligible for benefits
- Contingent on the ability to pass a criminal background check
Items required for consideration:
- Application
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Applicant Disclosure Form (Pursuant to RCW Section 43.43.830) (Supplemental Questions 1-6)
Thurston County provides a comprehensive benefits package to all regular employees. The following is a brief summary of available benefits offered to county employees. Benefits are subject to change and may differ according to collective bargaining agreements. Plan documents and eligibility requirements are provided upon hire. This information is subject to change at anytime.
Health Care Benefits:
Thurston County provides medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage for all regular full-time employees enrolled in the County's standard plans. For regular part-time employees, who work less than 75% of an FTE, the county pays a pro-rated portion of the cost for medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
Medical
Thurston County provides medical benefits through the Washington State's Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB). Plan availability is based on county of residence. Each year the County determines the standard and non-standard plans. For standard plans, the County pays the full employee premium.
Dental
Dental plans are provided through the Washington Counties Insurance Fund (WCIF). Employees have the opportunity to choose between two plans, Delta Dental, a preferred provider plan or Willamette Dental, an HMO plan.
Vision
Thurston County employees have Vision Service Plan coverage through the Washington Counties Insurance Fund (WCIF). Employees also have additional vision coverage through their medical plan.
Life Insurance
The County provides each regular, full-time employee with a basic, term life plan of $36,000 life insurance and $36,000 accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage. Additional voluntary, supplemental life insurance and AD&D insurance is available as a payroll deduction.
Dependent Coverage
Eligible dependents may be added to all coverage listed above. Depending upon the bargaining unit, the County pays up to a specific maximum amount toward dependent coverage with the employee paying any amount above the County maximum contribution.
Pension Plans:
Retirement
Eligible Thurston County employees participate in the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems' pension plans (PERS, PSERS, or LEOFF). With the exception of PERS plan 3, all of these plans are "defined benefit" plans with retirement benefits based on your average compensation and earned service credits. PERS Plan 3 is a hybrid plan incorporating both "defined benefit" and "defined contribution" elements. These plans are funded by both employer and employee contributions.
Deferred Compensation
The County offers three voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan. Deferred compensation plans are 457 plans as defined by IRS regulations.
Holiday and Leave Programs:
Paid Leave
Thurston County offers two leave plans, Alternative leave and Traditional leave. In the Alternative Leave program, leave is accrued per pay period and may be used for vacation and/or sick leave purposes. Employees in the Traditional Leave program accrue both sick leave and annual leave each pay period.
Thurston County Observed Holidays
Eleven paid are observed by Thurston County. Depending on union contract, regular employees receive one floating holiday and one Community Service Day each calendar year, or two floating holidays each calendar year.
Other County Paid Benefits:
Long Term Disability (LTD)
The county's long term disability plan provides a monthly benefit of 60% of your monthly base salary up to $6,000 per month after a waiting period of 90 days of disability.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employees and immediate family members are eligible to receive confidential, professional counseling assessment and referral services through First Choice Health. The employee assistance program can assist and respond to all kinds of requests for counseling assessment and life concerns, such as, relationship concerns, family problems, alcohol and drug abuse problems, financial crisis, identification theft, general stress, caregiver burnout, depression, etc. Services are available 24-hours per day, 7-days per week.
Additional Voluntary Benefits:
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses. Section 125 FSAs allow you to pay for allowable health-related and/or dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Short Term Disability
The County's short term disability plan is meant to assist with temporary periods of disability, as well as bridge the 90 day waiting period before the County's Long Term Disability begins. It provides a benefit of 60% of employees weekly base salary up to $1,000 per week after a waiting period of 30 days.
Worksite Plans:
• Accident Insurance is designed to help pay for costs not covered by employee health insurance when injured due to an accident.
• Hospital Indemnity will pay a lump sum if an employee is admitted to the hospital, and will pay a lump sum for each day your are inpatient, to a maximum of 15 days per year.
• Critical Illness will pay a lump sum if you are diagnosed with certain serious conditions. Cancer, heart attack, and stroke are a few of the listed conditions in this policy.
Electronic Payroll Savings with TreasuryDirect
County employees can invest in TreasuryDirect electronic savings bonds (Series I and EE) by requesting a payroll deduction. Monthly deductions are forwarded to the Federal Reserve, which enables employees to buy and redeem electronic savings bonds directly from the United States Treasury Department.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Thurston County is a qualified employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Act. Employees may be eligible for federal student loan forgiveness.
Additional Benefits
The County also offers direct deposit, credit union memberships, a Commute Trip Reduction Program, and other miscellaneous benefits.
Please click for more information or visit the Thurston County Benefits website:
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posted_at: 21 days agoschedule_type: Full-time and Part-time
Salary: $5,526.00 - $7,053.00 Monthly
Location : Thurston County, WA...
Job Type: Regular Full-Time Employee
Job Number: 11-5310-CD-ENTRY-OPEN
Department: Corrections
Opening Date: 01/02/2024
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME CD
Summary of Duties
• **Those who have successfully passed the written and physical ability tests will be contacted by Thurston County Civil Service with further instructions as needed***
All initial written
Salary: $5,526.00 - $7,053.00 Monthly
Location : Thurston County, WA...
Job Type: Regular Full-Time Employee
Job Number: 11-5310-CD-ENTRY-OPEN
Department: Corrections
Opening Date: 01/02/2024
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME CD
Summary of Duties
• **Those who have successfully passed the written and physical ability tests will be contacted by Thurston County Civil Service with further instructions as needed***
All initial written and physical ability testing for entry-level candidates is conducted by Public Safety Testing, Inc. (PST). Visit their website at for instructions on how to get started. Test dates are available on a continuous basis; check the PST website for test schedule and locations, or call 1-866-447-3911.
Applications are not accepted from individuals who have not successfully passed both the written examination and physical ability test.
TYPICAL WORK
• Receives, searches, books, fingerprints, and photographs incoming prisoners. Issues jail uniforms, records and stores personal effects, and houses inmates by appropriate classification.
• Maintains jail security by observation of inmates, pat searches, strip searches, and cell searches. Maintains orderly conduct and discipline.
• Assures that inmates have access to basic needs for hygiene and welfare.
• Prepares and delivers prisoners to court, doctors' offices, hospitals, and other locations. Transfers prisoners to and from jail and court. Releases prisoners by established procedures or bail, court order, or other authority.
• Logs court disposition of cases. Writes reports and maintains files.
• Screens and processes visitors. Processes personal property brought to inmates and released.
• Assigns and directs work of trustees. Distributes meals to all inmates, assuring that all materials are removed from cells after meals.
• Advises superior when medical attention appears necessary and maintains physical safety of prisoners. Administers prescribed medications.
• Monitors video and audio surveillance equipment and other job-related equipment.
• Receives incoming telephone calls to the department, relaying them as appropriate. Communicates appropriately on the telephone.
• Attends training and shift meetings. Applies job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities on duty.
• Responds to and assists with major or minor disturbances, medical crisis situations, escapes, fire, and other natural disasters.
• Prepares reports, memos, log book entries, and unit rosters. This is accomplished through handwritten, typed, and computer terminal entries.
• Performs related work as required.
Qualifications
• Must have a High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Must be a US Citizen or lawful permanent resident with the ability to read, write, and speak the English language as required by RCW 41.14.100.
• Minimum age of 21 years at time of appointment.
• Must hold or obtain valid Washington State Driver's license.
• Must meet Thurston County Civil Service Pre-Employment Screening Standards.
• Acceptable scores on Civil Service skills examinations.
• Must meet the Sheriff's OfficeEmployment Standards and be willing to submit to and pass a thorough background investigation to include a polygraph examination and psychological evaluation.
• Must meet the current physical standards adopted by the Sheriff's Office.
Other Position Related Information
Contact Person: Wayne Jones, Chief Examiner, (360) 786-5249. Email:
This position is:
• Represented by a Union
• Eligible for benefits
• Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
HOW TO APPLY:
In order to be considered for employment, interested individuals must first take and pass a written examination and physical ability test. All initial written and physical ability testing for entry level candidates is conducted by Public Safety Testing, Inc. (PST). Visit their website at for instructions on how to get started. Test dates are available on a continuous basis; check the PST website for test schedule and locations, or call 1-866-447-3911 if you don't have access to the Internet. Applications will not be accepted from individuals who have not successfully passed both the written examination and physical ability test.
Qualified applicants will be contacted by Thurston County Civil Service with further instructions as needed.
THURSTON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Thurston County is committed to provide equal opportunity to all persons seeking or having access to its employment, services and activities, which is free from restriction based on race, sex, marital status, color, creed or religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, pregnancy, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, unless based upon bona fide occupational qualifications. Applicants with disabilities who need accommodation with the application or selection process should contact Thurston County's Human Resources, at (360) 786-5498. Those who are deaf, deaf-blind, hard of hearing or speech impaired may use the statewide relay system to reach Thurston County offices and departments to conduct their business telephonically. Relay users can simply dial 7-1-1 (or 1-800-833-6388) to connect with Washington Relay.
Keywords:
Corrections
Jail
Public Safety
Law Enforcement
LEO
Officer
Thurston County provides a comprehensive benefits package to all regular employees. The following is a brief summary of available benefits offered to county employees. Benefits are subject to change and may differ according to collective bargaining agreements. Plan documents and eligibility requirements are provided upon hire. This information is subject to change at anytime.
Health Care Benefits:
Thurston County provides medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage for all regular full-time employees enrolled in the County's standard plans. For regular part-time employees, who work less than 75% of an FTE, the county pays a pro-rated portion of the cost for medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
Medical
Thurston County provides medical benefits through the Washington State's Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB). Plan availability is based on county of residence. Each year the County determines the standard and non-standard plans. For standard plans, the County pays the full employee premium.
Dental
Dental plans are provided through the Washington Counties Insurance Fund (WCIF). Employees have the opportunity to choose between two plans, Delta Dental, a preferred provider plan or Willamette Dental, an HMO plan.
Vision
Thurston County employees have Vision Service Plan coverage through the Washington Counties Insurance Fund (WCIF). Employees also have additional vision coverage through their medical plan.
Life Insurance
The County provides each regular, full-time employee with a basic, term life plan of $36,000 life insurance and $36,000 accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage. Additional voluntary, supplemental life insurance and AD&D insurance is available as a payroll deduction.
Dependent Coverage
Eligible dependents may be added to all coverage listed above. Depending upon the bargaining unit, the County pays up to a specific maximum amount toward dependent coverage with the employee paying any amount above the County maximum contribution.
Pension Plans:
Retirement
Eligible Thurston County employees participate in the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems' pension plans (PERS, PSERS, or LEOFF). With the exception of PERS plan 3, all of these plans are "defined benefit" plans with retirement benefits based on your average compensation and earned service credits. PERS Plan 3 is a hybrid plan incorporating both "defined benefit" and "defined contribution" elements. These plans are funded by both employer and employee contributions.
Deferred Compensation
The County offers three voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan. Deferred compensation plans are 457 plans as defined by IRS regulations.
Holiday and Leave Programs:
Paid Leave
Thurston County offers two leave plans, Alternative leave and Traditional leave. In the Alternative Leave program, leave is accrued per pay period and may be used for vacation and/or sick leave purposes. Employees in the Traditional Leave program accrue both sick leave and annual leave each pay period.
Thurston County Observed Holidays
Eleven paid are observed by Thurston County. Depending on union contract, regular employees receive one floating holiday and one Community Service Day each calendar year, or two floating holidays each calendar year.
Other County Paid Benefits:
Long Term Disability (LTD)
The county's long term disability plan provides a monthly benefit of 60% of your monthly base salary up to $6,000 per month after a waiting period of 90 days of disability.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employees and immediate family members are eligible to receive confidential, professional counseling assessment and referral services through First Choice Health. The employee assistance program can assist and respond to all kinds of requests for counseling assessment and life concerns, such as, relationship concerns, family problems, alcohol and drug abuse problems, financial crisis, identification theft, general stress, caregiver burnout, depression, etc. Services are available 24-hours per day, 7-days per week.
Additional Voluntary Benefits:
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses. Section 125 FSAs allow you to pay for allowable health-related and/or dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Short Term Disability
The County's short term disability plan is meant to assist with temporary periods of disability, as well as bridge the 90 day waiting period before the County's Long Term Disability begins. It provides a benefit of 60% of employees weekly base salary up to $1,000 per week after a waiting period of 30 days.
Worksite Plans:
• Accident Insurance is designed to help pay for costs not covered by employee health insurance when injured due to an accident.
• Hospital Indemnity will pay a lump sum if an employee is admitted to the hospital, and will pay a lump sum for each day your are inpatient, to a maximum of 15 days per year.
• Critical Illness will pay a lump sum if you are diagnosed with certain serious conditions. Cancer, heart attack, and stroke are a few of the listed conditions in this policy.
Electronic Payroll Savings with TreasuryDirect
County employees can invest in TreasuryDirect electronic savings bonds (Series I and EE) by requesting a payroll deduction. Monthly deductions are forwarded to the Federal Reserve, which enables employees to buy and redeem electronic savings bonds directly from the United States Treasury Department.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Thurston County is a qualified employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Act. Employees may be eligible for federal student loan forgiveness.
Additional Benefits
The County also offers direct deposit, credit union memberships, a Commute Trip Reduction Program, and other miscellaneous benefits.
Please click for more information or visit the Thurston County Benefits website Show more details...
Location : Thurston County, WA...
Job Type: Regular Full-Time Employee
Job Number: 11-5310-CD-ENTRY-OPEN
Department: Corrections
Opening Date: 01/02/2024
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME CD
Summary of Duties
• **Those who have successfully passed the written and physical ability tests will be contacted by Thurston County Civil Service with further instructions as needed***
All initial written and physical ability testing for entry-level candidates is conducted by Public Safety Testing, Inc. (PST). Visit their website at for instructions on how to get started. Test dates are available on a continuous basis; check the PST website for test schedule and locations, or call 1-866-447-3911.
Applications are not accepted from individuals who have not successfully passed both the written examination and physical ability test.
TYPICAL WORK
• Receives, searches, books, fingerprints, and photographs incoming prisoners. Issues jail uniforms, records and stores personal effects, and houses inmates by appropriate classification.
• Maintains jail security by observation of inmates, pat searches, strip searches, and cell searches. Maintains orderly conduct and discipline.
• Assures that inmates have access to basic needs for hygiene and welfare.
• Prepares and delivers prisoners to court, doctors' offices, hospitals, and other locations. Transfers prisoners to and from jail and court. Releases prisoners by established procedures or bail, court order, or other authority.
• Logs court disposition of cases. Writes reports and maintains files.
• Screens and processes visitors. Processes personal property brought to inmates and released.
• Assigns and directs work of trustees. Distributes meals to all inmates, assuring that all materials are removed from cells after meals.
• Advises superior when medical attention appears necessary and maintains physical safety of prisoners. Administers prescribed medications.
• Monitors video and audio surveillance equipment and other job-related equipment.
• Receives incoming telephone calls to the department, relaying them as appropriate. Communicates appropriately on the telephone.
• Attends training and shift meetings. Applies job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities on duty.
• Responds to and assists with major or minor disturbances, medical crisis situations, escapes, fire, and other natural disasters.
• Prepares reports, memos, log book entries, and unit rosters. This is accomplished through handwritten, typed, and computer terminal entries.
• Performs related work as required.
Qualifications
• Must have a High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Must be a US Citizen or lawful permanent resident with the ability to read, write, and speak the English language as required by RCW 41.14.100.
• Minimum age of 21 years at time of appointment.
• Must hold or obtain valid Washington State Driver's license.
• Must meet Thurston County Civil Service Pre-Employment Screening Standards.
• Acceptable scores on Civil Service skills examinations.
• Must meet the Sheriff's OfficeEmployment Standards and be willing to submit to and pass a thorough background investigation to include a polygraph examination and psychological evaluation.
• Must meet the current physical standards adopted by the Sheriff's Office.
Other Position Related Information
Contact Person: Wayne Jones, Chief Examiner, (360) 786-5249. Email:
This position is:
• Represented by a Union
• Eligible for benefits
• Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
HOW TO APPLY:
In order to be considered for employment, interested individuals must first take and pass a written examination and physical ability test. All initial written and physical ability testing for entry level candidates is conducted by Public Safety Testing, Inc. (PST). Visit their website at for instructions on how to get started. Test dates are available on a continuous basis; check the PST website for test schedule and locations, or call 1-866-447-3911 if you don't have access to the Internet. Applications will not be accepted from individuals who have not successfully passed both the written examination and physical ability test.
Qualified applicants will be contacted by Thurston County Civil Service with further instructions as needed.
THURSTON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Thurston County is committed to provide equal opportunity to all persons seeking or having access to its employment, services and activities, which is free from restriction based on race, sex, marital status, color, creed or religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, pregnancy, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, unless based upon bona fide occupational qualifications. Applicants with disabilities who need accommodation with the application or selection process should contact Thurston County's Human Resources, at (360) 786-5498. Those who are deaf, deaf-blind, hard of hearing or speech impaired may use the statewide relay system to reach Thurston County offices and departments to conduct their business telephonically. Relay users can simply dial 7-1-1 (or 1-800-833-6388) to connect with Washington Relay.
Keywords:
Corrections
Jail
Public Safety
Law Enforcement
LEO
Officer
Thurston County provides a comprehensive benefits package to all regular employees. The following is a brief summary of available benefits offered to county employees. Benefits are subject to change and may differ according to collective bargaining agreements. Plan documents and eligibility requirements are provided upon hire. This information is subject to change at anytime.
Health Care Benefits:
Thurston County provides medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage for all regular full-time employees enrolled in the County's standard plans. For regular part-time employees, who work less than 75% of an FTE, the county pays a pro-rated portion of the cost for medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
Medical
Thurston County provides medical benefits through the Washington State's Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB). Plan availability is based on county of residence. Each year the County determines the standard and non-standard plans. For standard plans, the County pays the full employee premium.
Dental
Dental plans are provided through the Washington Counties Insurance Fund (WCIF). Employees have the opportunity to choose between two plans, Delta Dental, a preferred provider plan or Willamette Dental, an HMO plan.
Vision
Thurston County employees have Vision Service Plan coverage through the Washington Counties Insurance Fund (WCIF). Employees also have additional vision coverage through their medical plan.
Life Insurance
The County provides each regular, full-time employee with a basic, term life plan of $36,000 life insurance and $36,000 accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage. Additional voluntary, supplemental life insurance and AD&D insurance is available as a payroll deduction.
Dependent Coverage
Eligible dependents may be added to all coverage listed above. Depending upon the bargaining unit, the County pays up to a specific maximum amount toward dependent coverage with the employee paying any amount above the County maximum contribution.
Pension Plans:
Retirement
Eligible Thurston County employees participate in the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems' pension plans (PERS, PSERS, or LEOFF). With the exception of PERS plan 3, all of these plans are "defined benefit" plans with retirement benefits based on your average compensation and earned service credits. PERS Plan 3 is a hybrid plan incorporating both "defined benefit" and "defined contribution" elements. These plans are funded by both employer and employee contributions.
Deferred Compensation
The County offers three voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan. Deferred compensation plans are 457 plans as defined by IRS regulations.
Holiday and Leave Programs:
Paid Leave
Thurston County offers two leave plans, Alternative leave and Traditional leave. In the Alternative Leave program, leave is accrued per pay period and may be used for vacation and/or sick leave purposes. Employees in the Traditional Leave program accrue both sick leave and annual leave each pay period.
Thurston County Observed Holidays
Eleven paid are observed by Thurston County. Depending on union contract, regular employees receive one floating holiday and one Community Service Day each calendar year, or two floating holidays each calendar year.
Other County Paid Benefits:
Long Term Disability (LTD)
The county's long term disability plan provides a monthly benefit of 60% of your monthly base salary up to $6,000 per month after a waiting period of 90 days of disability.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employees and immediate family members are eligible to receive confidential, professional counseling assessment and referral services through First Choice Health. The employee assistance program can assist and respond to all kinds of requests for counseling assessment and life concerns, such as, relationship concerns, family problems, alcohol and drug abuse problems, financial crisis, identification theft, general stress, caregiver burnout, depression, etc. Services are available 24-hours per day, 7-days per week.
Additional Voluntary Benefits:
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses. Section 125 FSAs allow you to pay for allowable health-related and/or dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Short Term Disability
The County's short term disability plan is meant to assist with temporary periods of disability, as well as bridge the 90 day waiting period before the County's Long Term Disability begins. It provides a benefit of 60% of employees weekly base salary up to $1,000 per week after a waiting period of 30 days.
Worksite Plans:
• Accident Insurance is designed to help pay for costs not covered by employee health insurance when injured due to an accident.
• Hospital Indemnity will pay a lump sum if an employee is admitted to the hospital, and will pay a lump sum for each day your are inpatient, to a maximum of 15 days per year.
• Critical Illness will pay a lump sum if you are diagnosed with certain serious conditions. Cancer, heart attack, and stroke are a few of the listed conditions in this policy.
Electronic Payroll Savings with TreasuryDirect
County employees can invest in TreasuryDirect electronic savings bonds (Series I and EE) by requesting a payroll deduction. Monthly deductions are forwarded to the Federal Reserve, which enables employees to buy and redeem electronic savings bonds directly from the United States Treasury Department.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Thurston County is a qualified employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Act. Employees may be eligible for federal student loan forgiveness.
Additional Benefits
The County also offers direct deposit, credit union memberships, a Commute Trip Reduction Program, and other miscellaneous benefits.
Please click for more information or visit the Thurston County Benefits website Show more details...
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posted_at: 21 days agoschedule_type: Full-time and Part-time
Salary: $6,480.00 - $8,270.00 Monthly
Location : Thurston County, WA...
Job Type: Regular Full-Time Employee
Job Number: 10-5410-DS-ENTRY-OPEN
Department: Sheriff
Opening Date: 01/02/2024
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: TCSO
Summary of Duties
• **Those who have successfully passed the written and physical ability tests will be contacted by Thurston County Civil Service with further instructions as needed***
All initial written and physical
Salary: $6,480.00 - $8,270.00 Monthly
Location : Thurston County, WA...
Job Type: Regular Full-Time Employee
Job Number: 10-5410-DS-ENTRY-OPEN
Department: Sheriff
Opening Date: 01/02/2024
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: TCSO
Summary of Duties
• **Those who have successfully passed the written and physical ability tests will be contacted by Thurston County Civil Service with further instructions as needed***
All initial written and physical ability testing for entry-level candidates is conducted by Public Safety Testing, Inc. (PST). Visit their website at for instructions on how to get started. Test dates are available on a continuous basis; check the PST website for test schedule and locations, or call 1-866-447-3911.
Applications are not accepted from individuals who have not successfully passed both the written examination and physical ability test.
TYPICAL WORK
• Patrols a designated area of the county in a patrol car and/or on foot to deter and discover crime, do on-the-scene investigations at crime scenes, aid persons in trouble and render other public services as needed.
• Patrols a designated area of the county in a patrol car, boat, or on a motorcycle to enforce traffic and parking ordinances and investigate accidents; operates a radar unit to discover speed violations; routinely checks vehicle identification against current list of stolen vehicles and identification of violator drivers against list of outstanding arrest warrants.
• Issues citations to violators of state laws and county ordinances; serves warrants of arrest; arrests persons on misdemeanors and felony charges; handcuffs and searches arrested persons and secures their custody; completes necessary reports concerning alleged crimes, circumstances of arrest, and available evidence and witnesses.
• Executes on writs of attachment, writs of restitution, and writs of execution.
• Responds to reports of possible crime and takes action as the situation requires to secure the scene; interviews victims and witnesses, gathers evidence and arrests suspects; completes incident and arrest reports; investigates persons suspected of being engaged in crime, ascertains and secures evidence pertaining to alleged crime, and arrests suspects for probable cause.
• Reports to scenes of accidents; administers emergency first aid and summons aid cars in other patrol units for assistance in treating the injured and controlling the scene; interviews principals and witnesses, makes general drawings of accident scenes noting details, and completes a standard accident report; issues citations or makes arrests as the situation warrants.
• Investigates and assists drivers in stalled vehicles and pedestrians who appear to be hurt or in trouble; interviews persons with complaints or inquiries, gives information on laws and ordinances, and attempts to resolve the problem or to direct them to proper authorities.
• When assigned to the jail, has responsibility for the care and custody of inmates incarcerated therein and maintains security of the jail as prescribed by standard operating procedures; performs guard duty at hospitals and in court; transfers prisoners to and from jails and courts.
• Does thorough investigations of reported crimes appropriate to their assignments; interviews victims and witnesses; locates, arrests, and interviews suspects; arranges line-up for victim and witness identification; gathers evidence and conducts necessary searches; prepares case file detailing all aspects of an investigation and presents it through the chain of command to a prosecuting attorney.
• Develops street contacts to obtain information about crimes; maintains contact with paroled criminals and suspects at large; does undercover and decoy work; and checks known and possible stolen property outlets, such as pawn shops and junkyards.
• Testifies in court.
• May perform specialized duties depending on individual officer's background and ability and the needs of the department.
• Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
• Must have a High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Must be a US Citizen or lawful permanent resident or lawful permanent resident with the ability to read, write, and speak the English language as required by RCW 41.14.100.
• Minimum age of 21 years at time of appointment.
• Must hold or obtain valid Washington State Driver's license.
• Must meet Thurston County Civil ServicePre-Employment Screening Standards.
• Acceptable scores on Civil Service skills examinations.
• Must participate in and pass an oral board.
• Must meet the Sheriff's Office Employment Standards and be willing to submit to and pass a thorough background investigation to include a polygraph examination and psychological evaluation.
• Must meet the current physical standards adopted by the Sheriff's Office.
• If you are claiming Veterans' Scoring Criteria status (Veterans' Preference), provide a copy of your DD Form 214 or NGB Form 22 that indicates character of service as Honorable with your materials as well as a completed Veterans Scoring Criteria Declaration If you do not have your DD-Form 214, please provide a copy of your separation orders and a letter from your commander or S1 that indicates character of service as Honorable with your materials as well as a completed Veterans Scoring Criteria Declaration.
Other Position Related Information
Contact Person: Wayne Jones, Chief Examiner, (360) 786-5249. Email:
This position is:
• Represented by a Union
• Eligible for benefits
• Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
HOW TO APPLY:
In order to be considered for employment, interested individuals must first take and pass a written examination and physical ability test. All initial written and physical ability testing for entry level candidates is conducted by Public Safety Testing, Inc. (PST). Visit their website at www.publicsafetytesting.comfor instructions on how to get started. Test dates are available on a continuous basis; check the PST website for test schedule and locations, or call 1-866-447-3911 if you don't have access to the Internet. Applications will not be accepted from individuals who have not successfully passed both the written examination and physical ability test.
Qualified applicants will be contacted by Thurston County Civil Service with further instructions as needed.
THURSTON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Thurston County is committed to provide equal opportunity to all persons seeking or having access to its employment, services and activities, which is free from restriction based on race, sex, marital status, color, creed or religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, pregnancy, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, unless based upon bona fide occupational qualifications. Applicants with disabilities who need accommodation with the application or selection process should contact Thurston County's Human Resources, at (360) 786-5498. Those who are deaf, deaf-blind, hard of hearing or speech impaired may use the statewide relay system to reach Thurston County offices and departments to conduct their business telephonically. Relay users can simply dial 7-1-1 (or 1-800-833-6388) to connect with Washington Relay.
Keywords:
Police
Public Safety
Law Enforcement
LEO
Patrol
Officer
THURSTON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Thurston County provides a comprehensive benefits package to all regular employees. The following is a brief summary of available benefits offered to county employees. Benefits are subject to change and may differ according to collective bargaining agreements. Plan documents and eligibility requirements are provided upon hire. This information is subject to change at anytime.
Health Care Benefits:
Thurston County provides medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage for all regular full-time employees enrolled in the County's standard plans. For regular part-time employees, who work less than 75% of an FTE, the county pays a pro-rated portion of the cost for medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
Medical
Thurston County provides medical benefits through the Washington State's Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB). Plan availability is based on county of residence. Each year the County determines the standard and non-standard plans. For standard plans, the County pays the full employee premium.
Dental
Dental plans are provided through the Washington Counties Insurance Fund (WCIF). Employees have the opportunity to choose between two plans, Delta Dental, a preferred provider plan or Willamette Dental, an HMO plan.
Vision
Thurston County employees have Vision Service Plan coverage through the Washington Counties Insurance Fund (WCIF). Employees also have additional vision coverage through their medical plan.
Life Insurance
The County provides each regular, full-time employee with a basic, term life plan of $36,000 life insurance and $36,000 accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage. Additional voluntary, supplemental life insurance and AD&D insurance is available as a payroll deduction.
Dependent Coverage
Eligible dependents may be added to all coverage listed above. Depending upon the bargaining unit, the County pays up to a specific maximum amount toward dependent coverage with the employee paying any amount above the County maximum contribution.
Pension Plans:
Retirement
Eligible Thurston County employees participate in the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems' pension plans (PERS, PSERS, or LEOFF). With the exception of PERS plan 3, all of these plans are "defined benefit" plans with retirement benefits based on your average compensation and earned service credits. PERS Plan 3 is a hybrid plan incorporating both "defined benefit" and "defined contribution" elements. These plans are funded by both employer and employee contributions.
Deferred Compensation
The County offers three voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan. Deferred compensation plans are 457 plans as defined by IRS regulations.
Holiday and Leave Programs:
Paid Leave
Thurston County offers two leave plans, Alternative leave and Traditional leave. In the Alternative Leave program, leave is accrued per pay period and may be used for vacation and/or sick leave purposes. Employees in the Traditional Leave program accrue both sick leave and annual leave each pay period.
Thurston County Observed Holidays
Eleven paid are observed by Thurston County. Depending on union contract, regular employees receive one floating holiday and one Community Service Day each calendar year, or two floating holidays each calendar year.
Other County Paid Benefits:
Long Term Disability (LTD)
The county's long term disability plan provides a monthly benefit of 60% of your monthly base salary up to $6,000 per month after a waiting period of 90 days of disability.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employees and immediate family members are eligible to receive confidential, professional counseling assessment and referral services through First Choice Health. The employee assistance program can assist and respond to all kinds of requests for counseling assessment and life concerns, such as, relationship concerns, family problems, alcohol and drug abuse problems, financial crisis, identification theft, general stress, caregiver burnout, depression, etc. Services are available 24-hours per day, 7-days per week.
Additional Voluntary Benefits:
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses. Section 125 FSAs allow you to pay for allowable health-related and/or dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Short Term Disability
The County's short term disability plan is meant to assist with temporary periods of disability, as well as bridge the 90 day waiting period before the County's Long Term Disability begins. It provides a benefit of 60% of employees weekly base salary up to $1,000 per week after a waiting period of 30 days.
Worksite Plans:
• Accident Insurance is designed to help pay for costs not covered by employee health insurance when injured due to an accident.
• Hospital Indemnity will pay a lump sum if an employee is admitted to the hospital, and will pay a lump sum for each day your are inpatient, to a maximum of 15 days per year.
• Critical Illness will pay a lump sum if you are diagnosed with certain serious conditions. Cancer, heart attack, and stroke are a few of the listed conditions in this policy.
Electronic Payroll Savings with TreasuryDirect
County employees can invest in TreasuryDirect electronic savings bonds (Series I and EE) by requesting a payroll deduction. Monthly deductions are forwarded to the Federal Reserve, which enables employees to buy and redeem electronic savings bonds directly from the United States Treasury Department.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Thurston County is a qualified employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Act. Employees may be eligible for federal student loan forgiveness.
Additional Benefits
The County also offers direct deposit, credit union memberships, a Commute Trip Reduction Program, and other miscellaneous benefits.
Please click for more information or visit the Thurston County Benefits website Show more details...
Location : Thurston County, WA...
Job Type: Regular Full-Time Employee
Job Number: 10-5410-DS-ENTRY-OPEN
Department: Sheriff
Opening Date: 01/02/2024
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: TCSO
Summary of Duties
• **Those who have successfully passed the written and physical ability tests will be contacted by Thurston County Civil Service with further instructions as needed***
All initial written and physical ability testing for entry-level candidates is conducted by Public Safety Testing, Inc. (PST). Visit their website at for instructions on how to get started. Test dates are available on a continuous basis; check the PST website for test schedule and locations, or call 1-866-447-3911.
Applications are not accepted from individuals who have not successfully passed both the written examination and physical ability test.
TYPICAL WORK
• Patrols a designated area of the county in a patrol car and/or on foot to deter and discover crime, do on-the-scene investigations at crime scenes, aid persons in trouble and render other public services as needed.
• Patrols a designated area of the county in a patrol car, boat, or on a motorcycle to enforce traffic and parking ordinances and investigate accidents; operates a radar unit to discover speed violations; routinely checks vehicle identification against current list of stolen vehicles and identification of violator drivers against list of outstanding arrest warrants.
• Issues citations to violators of state laws and county ordinances; serves warrants of arrest; arrests persons on misdemeanors and felony charges; handcuffs and searches arrested persons and secures their custody; completes necessary reports concerning alleged crimes, circumstances of arrest, and available evidence and witnesses.
• Executes on writs of attachment, writs of restitution, and writs of execution.
• Responds to reports of possible crime and takes action as the situation requires to secure the scene; interviews victims and witnesses, gathers evidence and arrests suspects; completes incident and arrest reports; investigates persons suspected of being engaged in crime, ascertains and secures evidence pertaining to alleged crime, and arrests suspects for probable cause.
• Reports to scenes of accidents; administers emergency first aid and summons aid cars in other patrol units for assistance in treating the injured and controlling the scene; interviews principals and witnesses, makes general drawings of accident scenes noting details, and completes a standard accident report; issues citations or makes arrests as the situation warrants.
• Investigates and assists drivers in stalled vehicles and pedestrians who appear to be hurt or in trouble; interviews persons with complaints or inquiries, gives information on laws and ordinances, and attempts to resolve the problem or to direct them to proper authorities.
• When assigned to the jail, has responsibility for the care and custody of inmates incarcerated therein and maintains security of the jail as prescribed by standard operating procedures; performs guard duty at hospitals and in court; transfers prisoners to and from jails and courts.
• Does thorough investigations of reported crimes appropriate to their assignments; interviews victims and witnesses; locates, arrests, and interviews suspects; arranges line-up for victim and witness identification; gathers evidence and conducts necessary searches; prepares case file detailing all aspects of an investigation and presents it through the chain of command to a prosecuting attorney.
• Develops street contacts to obtain information about crimes; maintains contact with paroled criminals and suspects at large; does undercover and decoy work; and checks known and possible stolen property outlets, such as pawn shops and junkyards.
• Testifies in court.
• May perform specialized duties depending on individual officer's background and ability and the needs of the department.
• Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
• Must have a High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Must be a US Citizen or lawful permanent resident or lawful permanent resident with the ability to read, write, and speak the English language as required by RCW 41.14.100.
• Minimum age of 21 years at time of appointment.
• Must hold or obtain valid Washington State Driver's license.
• Must meet Thurston County Civil ServicePre-Employment Screening Standards.
• Acceptable scores on Civil Service skills examinations.
• Must participate in and pass an oral board.
• Must meet the Sheriff's Office Employment Standards and be willing to submit to and pass a thorough background investigation to include a polygraph examination and psychological evaluation.
• Must meet the current physical standards adopted by the Sheriff's Office.
• If you are claiming Veterans' Scoring Criteria status (Veterans' Preference), provide a copy of your DD Form 214 or NGB Form 22 that indicates character of service as Honorable with your materials as well as a completed Veterans Scoring Criteria Declaration If you do not have your DD-Form 214, please provide a copy of your separation orders and a letter from your commander or S1 that indicates character of service as Honorable with your materials as well as a completed Veterans Scoring Criteria Declaration.
Other Position Related Information
Contact Person: Wayne Jones, Chief Examiner, (360) 786-5249. Email:
This position is:
• Represented by a Union
• Eligible for benefits
• Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
HOW TO APPLY:
In order to be considered for employment, interested individuals must first take and pass a written examination and physical ability test. All initial written and physical ability testing for entry level candidates is conducted by Public Safety Testing, Inc. (PST). Visit their website at www.publicsafetytesting.comfor instructions on how to get started. Test dates are available on a continuous basis; check the PST website for test schedule and locations, or call 1-866-447-3911 if you don't have access to the Internet. Applications will not be accepted from individuals who have not successfully passed both the written examination and physical ability test.
Qualified applicants will be contacted by Thurston County Civil Service with further instructions as needed.
THURSTON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Thurston County is committed to provide equal opportunity to all persons seeking or having access to its employment, services and activities, which is free from restriction based on race, sex, marital status, color, creed or religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, pregnancy, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, unless based upon bona fide occupational qualifications. Applicants with disabilities who need accommodation with the application or selection process should contact Thurston County's Human Resources, at (360) 786-5498. Those who are deaf, deaf-blind, hard of hearing or speech impaired may use the statewide relay system to reach Thurston County offices and departments to conduct their business telephonically. Relay users can simply dial 7-1-1 (or 1-800-833-6388) to connect with Washington Relay.
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THURSTON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Thurston County provides a comprehensive benefits package to all regular employees. The following is a brief summary of available benefits offered to county employees. Benefits are subject to change and may differ according to collective bargaining agreements. Plan documents and eligibility requirements are provided upon hire. This information is subject to change at anytime.
Health Care Benefits:
Thurston County provides medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage for all regular full-time employees enrolled in the County's standard plans. For regular part-time employees, who work less than 75% of an FTE, the county pays a pro-rated portion of the cost for medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
Medical
Thurston County provides medical benefits through the Washington State's Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB). Plan availability is based on county of residence. Each year the County determines the standard and non-standard plans. For standard plans, the County pays the full employee premium.
Dental
Dental plans are provided through the Washington Counties Insurance Fund (WCIF). Employees have the opportunity to choose between two plans, Delta Dental, a preferred provider plan or Willamette Dental, an HMO plan.
Vision
Thurston County employees have Vision Service Plan coverage through the Washington Counties Insurance Fund (WCIF). Employees also have additional vision coverage through their medical plan.
Life Insurance
The County provides each regular, full-time employee with a basic, term life plan of $36,000 life insurance and $36,000 accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage. Additional voluntary, supplemental life insurance and AD&D insurance is available as a payroll deduction.
Dependent Coverage
Eligible dependents may be added to all coverage listed above. Depending upon the bargaining unit, the County pays up to a specific maximum amount toward dependent coverage with the employee paying any amount above the County maximum contribution.
Pension Plans:
Retirement
Eligible Thurston County employees participate in the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems' pension plans (PERS, PSERS, or LEOFF). With the exception of PERS plan 3, all of these plans are "defined benefit" plans with retirement benefits based on your average compensation and earned service credits. PERS Plan 3 is a hybrid plan incorporating both "defined benefit" and "defined contribution" elements. These plans are funded by both employer and employee contributions.
Deferred Compensation
The County offers three voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan. Deferred compensation plans are 457 plans as defined by IRS regulations.
Holiday and Leave Programs:
Paid Leave
Thurston County offers two leave plans, Alternative leave and Traditional leave. In the Alternative Leave program, leave is accrued per pay period and may be used for vacation and/or sick leave purposes. Employees in the Traditional Leave program accrue both sick leave and annual leave each pay period.
Thurston County Observed Holidays
Eleven paid are observed by Thurston County. Depending on union contract, regular employees receive one floating holiday and one Community Service Day each calendar year, or two floating holidays each calendar year.
Other County Paid Benefits:
Long Term Disability (LTD)
The county's long term disability plan provides a monthly benefit of 60% of your monthly base salary up to $6,000 per month after a waiting period of 90 days of disability.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employees and immediate family members are eligible to receive confidential, professional counseling assessment and referral services through First Choice Health. The employee assistance program can assist and respond to all kinds of requests for counseling assessment and life concerns, such as, relationship concerns, family problems, alcohol and drug abuse problems, financial crisis, identification theft, general stress, caregiver burnout, depression, etc. Services are available 24-hours per day, 7-days per week.
Additional Voluntary Benefits:
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses. Section 125 FSAs allow you to pay for allowable health-related and/or dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Short Term Disability
The County's short term disability plan is meant to assist with temporary periods of disability, as well as bridge the 90 day waiting period before the County's Long Term Disability begins. It provides a benefit of 60% of employees weekly base salary up to $1,000 per week after a waiting period of 30 days.
Worksite Plans:
• Accident Insurance is designed to help pay for costs not covered by employee health insurance when injured due to an accident.
• Hospital Indemnity will pay a lump sum if an employee is admitted to the hospital, and will pay a lump sum for each day your are inpatient, to a maximum of 15 days per year.
• Critical Illness will pay a lump sum if you are diagnosed with certain serious conditions. Cancer, heart attack, and stroke are a few of the listed conditions in this policy.
Electronic Payroll Savings with TreasuryDirect
County employees can invest in TreasuryDirect electronic savings bonds (Series I and EE) by requesting a payroll deduction. Monthly deductions are forwarded to the Federal Reserve, which enables employees to buy and redeem electronic savings bonds directly from the United States Treasury Department.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Thurston County is a qualified employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Act. Employees may be eligible for federal student loan forgiveness.
Additional Benefits
The County also offers direct deposit, credit union memberships, a Commute Trip Reduction Program, and other miscellaneous benefits.
Please click for more information or visit the Thurston County Benefits website Show more details...
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posted_at: 15 days agoschedule_type: Full-time and Part-timework_from_home: 1
Salary: $5,247.00 - $6,979.00 Monthly
Location : Thurston County, WA...
Job Type: Regular Full-Time Employee
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 40R01222
Department: Public Health & Social Services
Division: Vital Services
Opening Date: 01/08/2024
Closing Date: 1/21/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME CO
Summary of Duties
Thurston County Public Health and Social Services (PHSS) is recruiting for an
Salary: $5,247.00 - $6,979.00 Monthly
Location : Thurston County, WA...
Job Type: Regular Full-Time Employee
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 40R01222
Department: Public Health & Social Services
Division: Vital Services
Opening Date: 01/08/2024
Closing Date: 1/21/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME CO
Summary of Duties
Thurston County Public Health and Social Services (PHSS) is recruiting for an Emergency Preparedness and Response Coordinator for our Emergency Preparedness and Response Section.
As an Emergency Preparedness and Response Coordinator, you will plan, organize, develop, and implement strategies for coordinating and communicating necessary public health information to community partners, other agencies, and the public. You will work in all aspects of emergency management including mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery.
Some of the essential job functions include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Plan and implement the Medical Reserve Corps volunteer program.
• Coordinate the Medical Countermeasures planning (MCM). MCM is the ability to mass dispense medication and/or vaccine and includes facility logistics, vaccine management, and rapid staffing models.
• Work closely with member volunteers to answer questions and provide regular communication, including volunteer recruitment, retention, orientation/training and recognition activities.
• Maintain member volunteer database, social media, and communication tools.
• Process new volunteers' paperwork and provide other administrative duties.
• Provide written and oral evaluations and prepare regular and special program reports.
• Schedule, coordinate, and arrange facilities and equipment needs and estimate associated cost for training and drill activities.
• Perform other work as required or assigned, including, but not limited to, a 24/7 response during public health emergency situations and disease outbreak investigations.
The ideal candidate has the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of volunteer coordination and emergency preparedness and response principles.
• Skills in event coordination and prioritizing multiple projects.
• Skills in exercise design and evaluation.
• Skills in planning and organizing work projects to meet established objectives.
• Skills needed to work independently; follow written and oral direction; exercise mature judgment; maintain effective working relationships with staff, volunteers, response partners, advisory groups, and healthcare providers.
• Skills to utilize online programs such as an online database system (i.e., WAserv/Everbridge), social media management programs and social media accounts (i.e., Facebook, Twitter, and Blogger).
What we offer our employees:
• Work-Life Balance: We are committed to ensuring that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individual's lifestyle.
• Plan for Your Future: As a member of our team, you enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visit our 2024 Thurston County Employee Benefit Planswebsite for more information.
• Paid Leave: Full-time regular employees earn a minimum of 12 paid vacation days per year in addition to 11 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
• Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County-paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
• Flexible Work Schedules: Options some employees may take advantage of are alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.
• See under Benefitslater in this job description for detailed information about the many other benefits the County offers.
Why you'll love it here:
Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washington's South Puget Sound Region. Perched between the mountains and the ocean, the area boasts the perfect blend of year-round outdoor activities including boating, hiking, skiing, and more. The region is also home to the state capital city of Olympia, known for its many restaurants, microbreweries, coffee shops, farmers markets, kids' activities, history, and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at Experienceolympia.com
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in education, public health, environmental health, environmental science, or other closely related field. Additional experience can be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
• Must have three years experience working in public health, environmental issues, or other related field promoting education, outreach, media campaign, public relations or other comparable experiences to successfully perform duties and responsibilities of the classification.
• Must have the ability to utilize a personal computer with related software to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Current Washington State Driver's License or have requested and obtained an appropriate accommodation.
• A professional certification applicable to area of assignment is highly desired (examples: Pesticide Applicator, Public Health Educator Certification, Hazardous Waste Health and Safety training, etc.).
Desired Skills
Respect and Organizational Culture:
• Create an environment where employees and partners can safely express needs or concerns and where employees can make and correct mistakes
• Effectively interact with sensitivity while working with persons from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, educational, racial, ethnic, and professional backgrounds, and persons of all ages, gender identities, sexual orientations, and lifestyles
• Thrive in a fast-paced, robust organization maintaining a positive work environment
Communication:
• Serve the public in a timely, complete, accurate, and professional manner while ensuring that written and verbal communication is clearly understood by others
• Maintain cultural competency to support diverse perspectives in developing, implementing, and evaluating policies, programs, and services that affect the health of the community
• Strong oral communication for networking and interpersonal relationships
• Excellent written communication including the ability to craft correspondence, reports, and articles or web postings with minimal grammatical and syntax errors
Goal Setting and Accomplishment:
• Use strategic thinking and planning for goal setting and evaluation
• Effectively plan, organize, and manage competing priorities and challenges under pressure
• Create a sense of mission by articulating and modeling confidentiality, professional values, and ethics with honesty and integrity
• Operate with a high degree of flexibility, initiative, attention to detail, and commitment
• Delegate and use persuasion and negotiating skills for shared responsibility and acceptance of change
Other Position Related Information
Questions about this recruitment?
The contact person for this recruitment is: Vickie Larkin: vickie.larkin@co.thurston.wa.us or (360) 867-2505
This position is:
- Represented by a Union
- Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
- Eligible for benefits
- Contingent on the ability to pass a criminal background check
- Grant Funded
Items required for consideration:
- Application
- Resume
- Cover letter
PLEASE NOTE: The candidate selected for this position is required to show proof of the following immunizations by their agreed upon start date:
• Proof of immunizations of measles/mumps/rubella (MMR)
• Proof of tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (Tdap/TD)
Thurston County provides a comprehensive benefits package to all regular employees. The following is a brief summary of available benefits offered to county employees. Benefits are subject to change and may differ according to collective bargaining agreements. Plan documents and eligibility requirements are provided upon hire. This information is subject to change at anytime.
Health Care Benefits:
Thurston County provides medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage for all regular full-time employees enrolled in the County's standard plans. For regular part-time employees, who work less than 75% of an FTE, the county pays a pro-rated portion of the cost for medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
Medical
Thurston County provides medical benefits through the Washington State's Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB). Plan availability is based on county of residence. Each year the County determines the standard and non-standard plans. For standard plans, the County pays the full employee premium.
Dental
Dental plans are provided through the Washington Counties Insurance Fund (WCIF). Employees have the opportunity to choose between two plans, Delta Dental, a preferred provider plan or Willamette Dental, an HMO plan.
Vision
Thurston County employees have Vision Service Plan coverage through the Washington Counties Insurance Fund (WCIF). Employees also have additional vision coverage through their medical plan.
Life Insurance
The County provides each regular, full-time employee with a basic, term life plan of $36,000 life insurance and $36,000 accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage. Additional voluntary, supplemental life insurance and AD&D insurance is available as a payroll deduction.
Dependent Coverage
Eligible dependents may be added to all coverage listed above. Depending upon the bargaining unit, the County pays up to a specific maximum amount toward dependent coverage with the employee paying any amount above the County maximum contribution.
Pension Plans:
Retirement
Eligible Thurston County employees participate in the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems' pension plans (PERS, PSERS, or LEOFF). With the exception of PERS plan 3, all of these plans are "defined benefit" plans with retirement benefits based on your average compensation and earned service credits. PERS Plan 3 is a hybrid plan incorporating both "defined benefit" and "defined contribution" elements. These plans are funded by both employer and employee contributions.
Deferred Compensation
The County offers three voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan. Deferred compensation plans are 457 plans as defined by IRS regulations.
Holiday and Leave Programs:
Paid Leave
Thurston County offers two leave plans, Alternative leave and Traditional leave. In the Alternative Leave program, leave is accrued per pay period and may be used for vacation and/or sick leave purposes. Employees in the Traditional Leave program accrue both sick leave and annual leave each pay period.
Thurston County Observed Holidays
Eleven paid are observed by Thurston County. Depending on union contract, regular employees receive one floating holiday and one Community Service Day each calendar year, or two floating holidays each calendar year.
Other County Paid Benefits:
Long Term Disability (LTD)
The county's long term disability plan provides a monthly benefit of 60% of your monthly base salary up to $6,000 per month after a waiting period of 90 days of disability.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employees and immediate family members are eligible to receive confidential, professional counseling assessment and referral services through First Choice Health. The employee assistance program can assist and respond to all kinds of requests for counseling assessment and life concerns, such as, relationship concerns, family problems, alcohol and drug abuse problems, financial crisis, identification theft, general stress, caregiver burnout, depression, etc. Services are available 24-hours per day, 7-days per week.
Additional Voluntary Benefits:
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses. Section 125 FSAs allow you to pay for allowable health-related and/or dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Short Term Disability
The County's short term disability plan is meant to assist with temporary periods of disability, as well as bridge the 90 day waiting period before the County's Long Term Disability begins. It provides a benefit of 60% of employees weekly base salary up to $1,000 per week after a waiting period of 30 days.
Worksite Plans:
• Accident Insurance is designed to help pay for costs not covered by employee health insurance when injured due to an accident.
• Hospital Indemnity will pay a lump sum if an employee is admitted to the hospital, and will pay a lump sum for each day your are inpatient, to a maximum of 15 days per year.
• Critical Illness will pay a lump sum if you are diagnosed with certain serious conditions. Cancer, heart attack, and stroke are a few of the listed conditions in this policy.
Electronic Payroll Savings with TreasuryDirect
County employees can invest in TreasuryDirect electronic savings bonds (Series I and EE) by requesting a payroll deduction. Monthly deductions are forwarded to the Federal Reserve, which enables employee Show more details...
Location : Thurston County, WA...
Job Type: Regular Full-Time Employee
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 40R01222
Department: Public Health & Social Services
Division: Vital Services
Opening Date: 01/08/2024
Closing Date: 1/21/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME CO
Summary of Duties
Thurston County Public Health and Social Services (PHSS) is recruiting for an Emergency Preparedness and Response Coordinator for our Emergency Preparedness and Response Section.
As an Emergency Preparedness and Response Coordinator, you will plan, organize, develop, and implement strategies for coordinating and communicating necessary public health information to community partners, other agencies, and the public. You will work in all aspects of emergency management including mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery.
Some of the essential job functions include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Plan and implement the Medical Reserve Corps volunteer program.
• Coordinate the Medical Countermeasures planning (MCM). MCM is the ability to mass dispense medication and/or vaccine and includes facility logistics, vaccine management, and rapid staffing models.
• Work closely with member volunteers to answer questions and provide regular communication, including volunteer recruitment, retention, orientation/training and recognition activities.
• Maintain member volunteer database, social media, and communication tools.
• Process new volunteers' paperwork and provide other administrative duties.
• Provide written and oral evaluations and prepare regular and special program reports.
• Schedule, coordinate, and arrange facilities and equipment needs and estimate associated cost for training and drill activities.
• Perform other work as required or assigned, including, but not limited to, a 24/7 response during public health emergency situations and disease outbreak investigations.
The ideal candidate has the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of volunteer coordination and emergency preparedness and response principles.
• Skills in event coordination and prioritizing multiple projects.
• Skills in exercise design and evaluation.
• Skills in planning and organizing work projects to meet established objectives.
• Skills needed to work independently; follow written and oral direction; exercise mature judgment; maintain effective working relationships with staff, volunteers, response partners, advisory groups, and healthcare providers.
• Skills to utilize online programs such as an online database system (i.e., WAserv/Everbridge), social media management programs and social media accounts (i.e., Facebook, Twitter, and Blogger).
What we offer our employees:
• Work-Life Balance: We are committed to ensuring that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individual's lifestyle.
• Plan for Your Future: As a member of our team, you enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visit our 2024 Thurston County Employee Benefit Planswebsite for more information.
• Paid Leave: Full-time regular employees earn a minimum of 12 paid vacation days per year in addition to 11 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
• Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County-paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
• Flexible Work Schedules: Options some employees may take advantage of are alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.
• See under Benefitslater in this job description for detailed information about the many other benefits the County offers.
Why you'll love it here:
Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washington's South Puget Sound Region. Perched between the mountains and the ocean, the area boasts the perfect blend of year-round outdoor activities including boating, hiking, skiing, and more. The region is also home to the state capital city of Olympia, known for its many restaurants, microbreweries, coffee shops, farmers markets, kids' activities, history, and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at Experienceolympia.com
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in education, public health, environmental health, environmental science, or other closely related field. Additional experience can be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
• Must have three years experience working in public health, environmental issues, or other related field promoting education, outreach, media campaign, public relations or other comparable experiences to successfully perform duties and responsibilities of the classification.
• Must have the ability to utilize a personal computer with related software to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Current Washington State Driver's License or have requested and obtained an appropriate accommodation.
• A professional certification applicable to area of assignment is highly desired (examples: Pesticide Applicator, Public Health Educator Certification, Hazardous Waste Health and Safety training, etc.).
Desired Skills
Respect and Organizational Culture:
• Create an environment where employees and partners can safely express needs or concerns and where employees can make and correct mistakes
• Effectively interact with sensitivity while working with persons from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, educational, racial, ethnic, and professional backgrounds, and persons of all ages, gender identities, sexual orientations, and lifestyles
• Thrive in a fast-paced, robust organization maintaining a positive work environment
Communication:
• Serve the public in a timely, complete, accurate, and professional manner while ensuring that written and verbal communication is clearly understood by others
• Maintain cultural competency to support diverse perspectives in developing, implementing, and evaluating policies, programs, and services that affect the health of the community
• Strong oral communication for networking and interpersonal relationships
• Excellent written communication including the ability to craft correspondence, reports, and articles or web postings with minimal grammatical and syntax errors
Goal Setting and Accomplishment:
• Use strategic thinking and planning for goal setting and evaluation
• Effectively plan, organize, and manage competing priorities and challenges under pressure
• Create a sense of mission by articulating and modeling confidentiality, professional values, and ethics with honesty and integrity
• Operate with a high degree of flexibility, initiative, attention to detail, and commitment
• Delegate and use persuasion and negotiating skills for shared responsibility and acceptance of change
Other Position Related Information
Questions about this recruitment?
The contact person for this recruitment is: Vickie Larkin: vickie.larkin@co.thurston.wa.us or (360) 867-2505
This position is:
- Represented by a Union
- Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
- Eligible for benefits
- Contingent on the ability to pass a criminal background check
- Grant Funded
Items required for consideration:
- Application
- Resume
- Cover letter
PLEASE NOTE: The candidate selected for this position is required to show proof of the following immunizations by their agreed upon start date:
• Proof of immunizations of measles/mumps/rubella (MMR)
• Proof of tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (Tdap/TD)
Thurston County provides a comprehensive benefits package to all regular employees. The following is a brief summary of available benefits offered to county employees. Benefits are subject to change and may differ according to collective bargaining agreements. Plan documents and eligibility requirements are provided upon hire. This information is subject to change at anytime.
Health Care Benefits:
Thurston County provides medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage for all regular full-time employees enrolled in the County's standard plans. For regular part-time employees, who work less than 75% of an FTE, the county pays a pro-rated portion of the cost for medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
Medical
Thurston County provides medical benefits through the Washington State's Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB). Plan availability is based on county of residence. Each year the County determines the standard and non-standard plans. For standard plans, the County pays the full employee premium.
Dental
Dental plans are provided through the Washington Counties Insurance Fund (WCIF). Employees have the opportunity to choose between two plans, Delta Dental, a preferred provider plan or Willamette Dental, an HMO plan.
Vision
Thurston County employees have Vision Service Plan coverage through the Washington Counties Insurance Fund (WCIF). Employees also have additional vision coverage through their medical plan.
Life Insurance
The County provides each regular, full-time employee with a basic, term life plan of $36,000 life insurance and $36,000 accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage. Additional voluntary, supplemental life insurance and AD&D insurance is available as a payroll deduction.
Dependent Coverage
Eligible dependents may be added to all coverage listed above. Depending upon the bargaining unit, the County pays up to a specific maximum amount toward dependent coverage with the employee paying any amount above the County maximum contribution.
Pension Plans:
Retirement
Eligible Thurston County employees participate in the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems' pension plans (PERS, PSERS, or LEOFF). With the exception of PERS plan 3, all of these plans are "defined benefit" plans with retirement benefits based on your average compensation and earned service credits. PERS Plan 3 is a hybrid plan incorporating both "defined benefit" and "defined contribution" elements. These plans are funded by both employer and employee contributions.
Deferred Compensation
The County offers three voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan. Deferred compensation plans are 457 plans as defined by IRS regulations.
Holiday and Leave Programs:
Paid Leave
Thurston County offers two leave plans, Alternative leave and Traditional leave. In the Alternative Leave program, leave is accrued per pay period and may be used for vacation and/or sick leave purposes. Employees in the Traditional Leave program accrue both sick leave and annual leave each pay period.
Thurston County Observed Holidays
Eleven paid are observed by Thurston County. Depending on union contract, regular employees receive one floating holiday and one Community Service Day each calendar year, or two floating holidays each calendar year.
Other County Paid Benefits:
Long Term Disability (LTD)
The county's long term disability plan provides a monthly benefit of 60% of your monthly base salary up to $6,000 per month after a waiting period of 90 days of disability.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employees and immediate family members are eligible to receive confidential, professional counseling assessment and referral services through First Choice Health. The employee assistance program can assist and respond to all kinds of requests for counseling assessment and life concerns, such as, relationship concerns, family problems, alcohol and drug abuse problems, financial crisis, identification theft, general stress, caregiver burnout, depression, etc. Services are available 24-hours per day, 7-days per week.
Additional Voluntary Benefits:
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses. Section 125 FSAs allow you to pay for allowable health-related and/or dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Short Term Disability
The County's short term disability plan is meant to assist with temporary periods of disability, as well as bridge the 90 day waiting period before the County's Long Term Disability begins. It provides a benefit of 60% of employees weekly base salary up to $1,000 per week after a waiting period of 30 days.
Worksite Plans:
• Accident Insurance is designed to help pay for costs not covered by employee health insurance when injured due to an accident.
• Hospital Indemnity will pay a lump sum if an employee is admitted to the hospital, and will pay a lump sum for each day your are inpatient, to a maximum of 15 days per year.
• Critical Illness will pay a lump sum if you are diagnosed with certain serious conditions. Cancer, heart attack, and stroke are a few of the listed conditions in this policy.
Electronic Payroll Savings with TreasuryDirect
County employees can invest in TreasuryDirect electronic savings bonds (Series I and EE) by requesting a payroll deduction. Monthly deductions are forwarded to the Federal Reserve, which enables employee Show more details...
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posted_at: 15 days agoschedule_type: Full-time and Part-timework_from_home: 1
Salary: $4,997.00 - $6,647.00 Monthly
Location : Thurston County, WA...
Job Type: Regular Full-Time Employee
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 40R01614
Department: Public Health & Social Services
Division: Environmental Health
Opening Date: 01/08/2024
Closing Date: 2/4/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME CO
Summary of Duties
• *The closing date for this employment opportunity has changed, and will
Salary: $4,997.00 - $6,647.00 Monthly
Location : Thurston County, WA...
Job Type: Regular Full-Time Employee
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 40R01614
Department: Public Health & Social Services
Division: Environmental Health
Opening Date: 01/08/2024
Closing Date: 2/4/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME CO
Summary of Duties
• *The closing date for this employment opportunity has changed, and will now close on February 4, 2024**
Thurston County Public Health and Social Services is recruiting for a Solid and Hazardous Waste Specialist I for our Environmental Health Division.
Public Health and Social Services (PHSS) is Thurston County's local health jurisdiction and human services department and is responsible for protecting the health and promoting the well-being of all people who live, work, and play in Thurston County. We value diversity and strive to foster a sense of belonging, honoring the unique experiences, cultures, skills, backgrounds, identities, and perspectives of our employees and community. As an agency actively working to address health equity, we aspire for everyone to have the opportunity to attain their highest level of health, regardless of their individual circumstances.
In the role of Environmental Health Specialist I, you will primarily be responsible for investigating public complaints and/or concerns of improper management and disposal of solid and hazardous waste, as well as being a source of technical assistance to local businesses to ensure the proper management and disposal of hazardous waste. Working with responsible parties to correct any documented violations, you will utilize a combination of education and enforcement in order to improve conditions that might otherwise lead to environmental pollution or threaten public safety. Additional responsibilities include issuing and managing permits for solid waste handling facilities and inspections of hazardous waste management practices at permitted mining operations.
Some of the essential job functions include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Communicate and present county regulations and policies to residents, community organizations, and local businesses to solicit public involvement.
• Provide technical assistance, enforcement, and public education in household and business waste reduction, recycling, and disposal programs.
• Promote and enforce proper storage and disposal of residential and business waste.
• Issue permits and provide oversight of solid waste handling facilities.
• Investigate resident and ecology reports of improper storage or dumping of solid, hazardous, or petroleum waste.
• Provide detailed reports that document the use of county funds.
• Perform other work as required or assigned, including, but not limited to, a 24/7 response during public health emergency situations and disease outbreak investigations.
The ideal candidate has the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
• Knowledge of theory, principles, and practices of solid and hazardous waste management, solid and hazardous waste education, waste reduction, and recycling.
• Knowledge of the Thurston County Health Code and related federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to solid and hazardous waste management.
• Ability to read, interpret, and enforce complex regulations.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to deliver information to the public with tact and professionalism.
What we offer our employees:
• Work-Life Balance: We are committed to ensuring that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individual's lifestyle.
• Plan for Your Future: As a member of our team, you enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visit our 2024 Thurston County Employee Benefit Planswebsite for more information.
• Paid Leave: Full-time regular employees earn a minimum of 12 paid vacation days per year in addition to 11 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
• Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County-paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
• Flexible Work Schedules: Options some employees may take advantage of are alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.
• See under Benefitslater in this job description for detailed information about the many other benefits the County offers.
Why you'll love it here:
Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washington's South Puget Sound Region. Perched between the mountains and the ocean, the area boasts the perfect blend of year-round outdoor activities including boating, hiking, skiing, and more. The region is also home to the state capital city of Olympia, known for its many restaurants, microbreweries, coffee shops, farmers markets, kids' activities, history, and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at Experienceolympia.com
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in environmental health, biology, bacteriology or related field.
• One year of professional environmental health work experience requiring extensive public contact.Additional experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
• Must have current Washington State Driver's License.
Desired Skills
Respect and Organizational Culture:
• Create an environment where employees and partners can safely express needs or concerns and where employees can make and correct mistakes
• Effectively interact with sensitivity while working with persons from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, educational, racial, ethnic, and professional backgrounds, and persons of all ages, gender identities, sexual orientations, and lifestyles
• Thrive in a fast-paced, robust organization maintaining a positive work environment
Communication:
• Serve the public in a timely, complete, accurate, and professional manner while ensuring that written and verbal communication is clearly understood by others
• Maintain cultural competency to support diverse perspectives in developing, implementing, and evaluating policies, programs, and services that affect the health of the community
• Strong oral communication for networking and interpersonal relationships
• Excellent written communication including the ability to craft correspondence, reports, and articles or web postings with minimal grammatical and syntax errors
Goal Setting and Accomplishment:
• Use strategic thinking and planning for goal setting and evaluation
• Effectively plan, organize, and manage competing priorities and challenges under pressure
• Create a sense of mission by articulating and modeling confidentiality, professional values, and ethics with honesty and integrity
• Operate with a high degree of flexibility, initiative, attention to detail, and commitment
• Delegate and use persuasion and negotiating skills for shared responsibility and acceptance of change
Other Position Related Information
Questions about this recruitment?
The contact person for this recruitment is: Vickie Larkin: vickie.larkin@co.thurston.wa.us or (360) 867-2505
This position is:
- Represented by a Union
- Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
- Eligible for benefits
- Contingent on the ability to pass a criminal background check
- Grant funded
Items required for consideration:
- Application
- Resume
- Cover letter
PLEASE NOTE: The candidate selected for this position is required to show proof of the following immunizations by their agreed upon start date:
• Proof of immunizations of measles/mumps/rubella (MMR)
• Proof of tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (Tdap/TD)
Thurston County provides a comprehensive benefits package to all regular employees. The following is a brief summary of available benefits offered to county employees. Benefits are subject to change and may differ according to collective bargaining agreements. Plan documents and eligibility requirements are provided upon hire. This information is subject to change at anytime.
Health Care Benefits:
Thurston County provides medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage for all regular full-time employees enrolled in the County's standard plans. For regular part-time employees, who work less than 75% of an FTE, the county pays a pro-rated portion of the cost for medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
Medical
Thurston County provides medical benefits through the Washington State's Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB). Plan availability is based on county of residence. Each year the County determines the standard and non-standard plans. For standard plans, the County pays the full employee premium.
Dental
Dental plans are provided through the Washington Counties Insurance Fund (WCIF). Employees have the opportunity to choose between two plans, Delta Dental, a preferred provider plan or Willamette Dental, an HMO plan.
Vision
Thurston County employees have Vision Service Plan coverage through the Washington Counties Insurance Fund (WCIF). Employees also have additional vision coverage through their medical plan.
Life Insurance
The County provides each regular, full-time employee with a basic, term life plan of $36,000 life insurance and $36,000 accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage. Additional voluntary, supplemental life insurance and AD&D insurance is available as a payroll deduction.
Dependent Coverage
Eligible dependents may be added to all coverage listed above. Depending upon the bargaining unit, the County pays up to a specific maximum amount toward dependent coverage with the employee paying any amount above the County maximum contribution.
Pension Plans:
Retirement
Eligible Thurston County employees participate in the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems' pension plans (PERS, PSERS, or LEOFF). With the exception of PERS plan 3, all of these plans are "defined benefit" plans with retirement benefits based on your average compensation and earned service credits. PERS Plan 3 is a hybrid plan incorporating both "defined benefit" and "defined contribution" elements. These plans are funded by both employer and employee contributions.
Deferred Compensation
The County offers three voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan. Deferred compensation plans are 457 plans as defined by IRS regulations.
Holiday and Leave Programs:
Paid Leave
Thurston County offers two leave plans, Alternative leave and Traditional leave. In the Alternative Leave program, leave is accrued per pay period and may be used for vacation and/or sick leave purposes. Employees in the Traditional Leave program accrue both sick leave and annual leave each pay period.
Thurston County Observed Holidays
Eleven paid are observed by Thurston County. Depending on union contract, regular employees receive one floating holiday and one Community Service Day each calendar year, or two floating holidays each calendar year.
Other County Paid Benefits:
Long Term Disability (LTD)
The county's long term disability plan provides a monthly benefit of 60% of your monthly base salary up to $6,000 per month after a waiting period of 90 days of disability.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employees and immediate family members are eligible to receive confidential, professional counseling assessment and referral services through First Choice Health. The employee assistance program can assist and respond to all kinds of requests for counseling assessment and life concerns, such as, relationship concerns, family problems, alcohol and drug abuse problems, financial crisis, identification theft, general stress, caregiver burnout, depression, etc. Services are available 24-hours per day, 7-days per week.
Additional Voluntary Benefits:
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses. Section 125 FSAs allow you to pay for allowable health-related and/or dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Short Term Disability
The County's short term disability plan is meant to assist with temporary periods of disability, as well as bridge the 90 day waiting period before the County's Long Term Disability begins. It provides a benefit of 60% of employees weekly base salary up to $1,000 per week after a waiting period of 30 days.
Worksite Plans:
• Accident Insurance is designed to help pay for costs not covered by employee health insurance when injured due to an accident.
• Hospital Indemnity will pay a lump sum if an employee is admitted to the hospital, and will pay a lump sum for each day your are inpatient, to a maximum of 15 days per year.
• Critical Illness will pay a lump sum if you are diagnosed with certain serious conditions. Cancer, heart attack, and stroke are a few of the listed conditions in this policy.
Electronic Payroll Savings with TreasuryDirect
County employees can invest in TreasuryDirect electronic savings bonds (Series I and EE) by requesting a payroll deduction. Monthly deductions ar Show more details...
Location : Thurston County, WA...
Job Type: Regular Full-Time Employee
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 40R01614
Department: Public Health & Social Services
Division: Environmental Health
Opening Date: 01/08/2024
Closing Date: 2/4/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME CO
Summary of Duties
• *The closing date for this employment opportunity has changed, and will now close on February 4, 2024**
Thurston County Public Health and Social Services is recruiting for a Solid and Hazardous Waste Specialist I for our Environmental Health Division.
Public Health and Social Services (PHSS) is Thurston County's local health jurisdiction and human services department and is responsible for protecting the health and promoting the well-being of all people who live, work, and play in Thurston County. We value diversity and strive to foster a sense of belonging, honoring the unique experiences, cultures, skills, backgrounds, identities, and perspectives of our employees and community. As an agency actively working to address health equity, we aspire for everyone to have the opportunity to attain their highest level of health, regardless of their individual circumstances.
In the role of Environmental Health Specialist I, you will primarily be responsible for investigating public complaints and/or concerns of improper management and disposal of solid and hazardous waste, as well as being a source of technical assistance to local businesses to ensure the proper management and disposal of hazardous waste. Working with responsible parties to correct any documented violations, you will utilize a combination of education and enforcement in order to improve conditions that might otherwise lead to environmental pollution or threaten public safety. Additional responsibilities include issuing and managing permits for solid waste handling facilities and inspections of hazardous waste management practices at permitted mining operations.
Some of the essential job functions include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Communicate and present county regulations and policies to residents, community organizations, and local businesses to solicit public involvement.
• Provide technical assistance, enforcement, and public education in household and business waste reduction, recycling, and disposal programs.
• Promote and enforce proper storage and disposal of residential and business waste.
• Issue permits and provide oversight of solid waste handling facilities.
• Investigate resident and ecology reports of improper storage or dumping of solid, hazardous, or petroleum waste.
• Provide detailed reports that document the use of county funds.
• Perform other work as required or assigned, including, but not limited to, a 24/7 response during public health emergency situations and disease outbreak investigations.
The ideal candidate has the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
• Knowledge of theory, principles, and practices of solid and hazardous waste management, solid and hazardous waste education, waste reduction, and recycling.
• Knowledge of the Thurston County Health Code and related federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to solid and hazardous waste management.
• Ability to read, interpret, and enforce complex regulations.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to deliver information to the public with tact and professionalism.
What we offer our employees:
• Work-Life Balance: We are committed to ensuring that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individual's lifestyle.
• Plan for Your Future: As a member of our team, you enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visit our 2024 Thurston County Employee Benefit Planswebsite for more information.
• Paid Leave: Full-time regular employees earn a minimum of 12 paid vacation days per year in addition to 11 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
• Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County-paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
• Flexible Work Schedules: Options some employees may take advantage of are alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.
• See under Benefitslater in this job description for detailed information about the many other benefits the County offers.
Why you'll love it here:
Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washington's South Puget Sound Region. Perched between the mountains and the ocean, the area boasts the perfect blend of year-round outdoor activities including boating, hiking, skiing, and more. The region is also home to the state capital city of Olympia, known for its many restaurants, microbreweries, coffee shops, farmers markets, kids' activities, history, and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at Experienceolympia.com
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in environmental health, biology, bacteriology or related field.
• One year of professional environmental health work experience requiring extensive public contact.Additional experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
• Must have current Washington State Driver's License.
Desired Skills
Respect and Organizational Culture:
• Create an environment where employees and partners can safely express needs or concerns and where employees can make and correct mistakes
• Effectively interact with sensitivity while working with persons from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, educational, racial, ethnic, and professional backgrounds, and persons of all ages, gender identities, sexual orientations, and lifestyles
• Thrive in a fast-paced, robust organization maintaining a positive work environment
Communication:
• Serve the public in a timely, complete, accurate, and professional manner while ensuring that written and verbal communication is clearly understood by others
• Maintain cultural competency to support diverse perspectives in developing, implementing, and evaluating policies, programs, and services that affect the health of the community
• Strong oral communication for networking and interpersonal relationships
• Excellent written communication including the ability to craft correspondence, reports, and articles or web postings with minimal grammatical and syntax errors
Goal Setting and Accomplishment:
• Use strategic thinking and planning for goal setting and evaluation
• Effectively plan, organize, and manage competing priorities and challenges under pressure
• Create a sense of mission by articulating and modeling confidentiality, professional values, and ethics with honesty and integrity
• Operate with a high degree of flexibility, initiative, attention to detail, and commitment
• Delegate and use persuasion and negotiating skills for shared responsibility and acceptance of change
Other Position Related Information
Questions about this recruitment?
The contact person for this recruitment is: Vickie Larkin: vickie.larkin@co.thurston.wa.us or (360) 867-2505
This position is:
- Represented by a Union
- Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
- Eligible for benefits
- Contingent on the ability to pass a criminal background check
- Grant funded
Items required for consideration:
- Application
- Resume
- Cover letter
PLEASE NOTE: The candidate selected for this position is required to show proof of the following immunizations by their agreed upon start date:
• Proof of immunizations of measles/mumps/rubella (MMR)
• Proof of tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (Tdap/TD)
Thurston County provides a comprehensive benefits package to all regular employees. The following is a brief summary of available benefits offered to county employees. Benefits are subject to change and may differ according to collective bargaining agreements. Plan documents and eligibility requirements are provided upon hire. This information is subject to change at anytime.
Health Care Benefits:
Thurston County provides medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage for all regular full-time employees enrolled in the County's standard plans. For regular part-time employees, who work less than 75% of an FTE, the county pays a pro-rated portion of the cost for medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
Medical
Thurston County provides medical benefits through the Washington State's Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB). Plan availability is based on county of residence. Each year the County determines the standard and non-standard plans. For standard plans, the County pays the full employee premium.
Dental
Dental plans are provided through the Washington Counties Insurance Fund (WCIF). Employees have the opportunity to choose between two plans, Delta Dental, a preferred provider plan or Willamette Dental, an HMO plan.
Vision
Thurston County employees have Vision Service Plan coverage through the Washington Counties Insurance Fund (WCIF). Employees also have additional vision coverage through their medical plan.
Life Insurance
The County provides each regular, full-time employee with a basic, term life plan of $36,000 life insurance and $36,000 accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage. Additional voluntary, supplemental life insurance and AD&D insurance is available as a payroll deduction.
Dependent Coverage
Eligible dependents may be added to all coverage listed above. Depending upon the bargaining unit, the County pays up to a specific maximum amount toward dependent coverage with the employee paying any amount above the County maximum contribution.
Pension Plans:
Retirement
Eligible Thurston County employees participate in the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems' pension plans (PERS, PSERS, or LEOFF). With the exception of PERS plan 3, all of these plans are "defined benefit" plans with retirement benefits based on your average compensation and earned service credits. PERS Plan 3 is a hybrid plan incorporating both "defined benefit" and "defined contribution" elements. These plans are funded by both employer and employee contributions.
Deferred Compensation
The County offers three voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan. Deferred compensation plans are 457 plans as defined by IRS regulations.
Holiday and Leave Programs:
Paid Leave
Thurston County offers two leave plans, Alternative leave and Traditional leave. In the Alternative Leave program, leave is accrued per pay period and may be used for vacation and/or sick leave purposes. Employees in the Traditional Leave program accrue both sick leave and annual leave each pay period.
Thurston County Observed Holidays
Eleven paid are observed by Thurston County. Depending on union contract, regular employees receive one floating holiday and one Community Service Day each calendar year, or two floating holidays each calendar year.
Other County Paid Benefits:
Long Term Disability (LTD)
The county's long term disability plan provides a monthly benefit of 60% of your monthly base salary up to $6,000 per month after a waiting period of 90 days of disability.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employees and immediate family members are eligible to receive confidential, professional counseling assessment and referral services through First Choice Health. The employee assistance program can assist and respond to all kinds of requests for counseling assessment and life concerns, such as, relationship concerns, family problems, alcohol and drug abuse problems, financial crisis, identification theft, general stress, caregiver burnout, depression, etc. Services are available 24-hours per day, 7-days per week.
Additional Voluntary Benefits:
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses. Section 125 FSAs allow you to pay for allowable health-related and/or dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Short Term Disability
The County's short term disability plan is meant to assist with temporary periods of disability, as well as bridge the 90 day waiting period before the County's Long Term Disability begins. It provides a benefit of 60% of employees weekly base salary up to $1,000 per week after a waiting period of 30 days.
Worksite Plans:
• Accident Insurance is designed to help pay for costs not covered by employee health insurance when injured due to an accident.
• Hospital Indemnity will pay a lump sum if an employee is admitted to the hospital, and will pay a lump sum for each day your are inpatient, to a maximum of 15 days per year.
• Critical Illness will pay a lump sum if you are diagnosed with certain serious conditions. Cancer, heart attack, and stroke are a few of the listed conditions in this policy.
Electronic Payroll Savings with TreasuryDirect
County employees can invest in TreasuryDirect electronic savings bonds (Series I and EE) by requesting a payroll deduction. Monthly deductions ar Show more details...
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posted_at: 12 days agoschedule_type: Full-time and Part-timework_from_home: 1
Salary: $4,759.00 - $6,330.00 Monthly
Location : Thurston County, WA...
Job Type: Regular Full-Time Employee
Job Number: 37R01729
Department: Pretrial Services
Opening Date: 01/11/2024
Closing Date: 1/25/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A
Summary of Duties
Thurston County Pretrial Services is adding an Operations Coordinator to the Resource Hub'sgrowingteam.
The Resource Hub is a drop-in resource center for people
Salary: $4,759.00 - $6,330.00 Monthly
Location : Thurston County, WA...
Job Type: Regular Full-Time Employee
Job Number: 37R01729
Department: Pretrial Services
Opening Date: 01/11/2024
Closing Date: 1/25/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A
Summary of Duties
Thurston County Pretrial Services is adding an Operations Coordinator to the Resource Hub'sgrowingteam.
The Resource Hub is a drop-in resource center for people with behavioral health needs who are impacted by the justice system. Incumbents in this position are responsible for assisting in the daily operations of the Resource Hub. They will work with the Program Manager to develop new, innovative ways to serve visitors of the Resource Hub. As the first engagement point for visitors to Resource Hub, the Operations Coordinator will interview and assess clients' needs, determine needed community resources, and refer clients to identified resources. They will also maintain working relationships with the community, human and social service agencies to which clients may be referred (including Resource Hub provider partners), and other agencies in the criminal justice system and the community.
Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
• Provide knowledgeable direction to Resource Hub visitors and ensure timely connections to providers at the Resource Hub and in the community. Under the supervision of the Program Manager, establish and maintain relationships with service providers.
• Collect and maintain donations, including food, clothing, Naloxone, and other items for distribution.
• Perform administrative tasks such as updating the Resource Hub flyer and website maintenance.
• Assist in the development of strategies and policies, as well as contribute to the expansion of Resource Hub goals and objectives.
• Participate in stakeholder and community meetings as needed.
• Assist in the development of outreach strategies.
• Prepare reports and statistics; maintain and improve Hub data collection efforts.
• Counsel Hub visitors who may be experiencing differing levels of distress, anxiety, anger, possible hostility, and other emotions and psychological responses.
• Occasionally provide services or accommodations to groups and/or special events outside of regular operating hours.
What we offer our employees:
• Work-Life Balance: We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individual's lifestyle.
• Plan For Your Future: As a member of our team, you will enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visit Benefits 2024 Thurston County Employee Benefit Plans website for more information.
• Paid Leave: Full-time regular employees earn a minimum of 12 paid vacation days per year in addition to 11 paidholidays.
• Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
• Flexible Work Schedules:Some of the options that employees may take advantage of include alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.
• Deferred Compensation: The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness:This is a federal program which allows full-time public service employees who have made 120 qualifying payments for certain loans, to get their student loans repaid. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Why you'll love it here
Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washington's South Puget Sound Region. Perched in between the mountains and the ocean, the area boasts the perfect blend of year-round outdoor activities including boating, hiking, skiing, and more. The region is also home to the state capitol city of Olympia, known for its many restaurants, microbreweries, coffee shops, farmer's markets, kids' activities, history, and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at Experienceolympia.com
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree with major course work in justice administration, counseling, psychology, social sciences, or a related field.
• Three (3) years of experience interviewing and counseling clients involved in the justice system. Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required skills, knowledge, and abilities to perform the work will be considered.
• Thorough knowledge of laws and regulations related to client's rights and the criminal justice and/or court system.
• Thorough knowledge of procedures of the Superior, District, Municipal, and/or Juvenile Courts.
• Thorough knowledge of available community counseling resources and programs.
• Thorough knowledge of crisis intervention methods.
• Knowledge of the principles, techniques, and practices of interviewing and counseling.
• Knowledge of the dynamics of sexual and physical abuse.
• Ability to provide initial evaluation and counseling services to clients; assess people and situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action; and conduct interviews to accurately assess client needs.
• Ability to provide ongoing support services to clients, and interpret and apply applicable policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Ability to appear for scheduled work and complete assigned tasks within a reasonable period of time; communicate clearly, both orally and in writing; prepare reports, maintain detailed records and make presentations; analyze and evaluate investigative material; and make sound decisions on difficult and unusual cases.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, attorneys, law enforcement personnel, other agencies, co-workers, and the general public.
• Must be able to meet all traveling requirements of the position and maintain a current Washington State Driver's License or have requested and obtained an appropriate accommodation.
Desired Skills
• Lived experience with the criminal justice system, houselessness, and other hardships.
• Knowledge of/experience with behavioral health issues.
• Experience with therapeutic courts.
• Strong communication skills.
• Experience working with stakeholders from various backgrounds and viewpoints.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Experience forming new strategies, techniques, and approaches to service delivery.
• Experience in presenting proposals or information to government agencies.
• Certified Peer Counselor certification.
• Experience and formal training in De-escalation and Crisis intervention.
Other Position Related Information
Questions about this recruitment?
The contact person for this recruitment is, Nate Block, Program Manager, 360-786-5230
This position is:
- NOT represented by a Union
- Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
- Eligible for benefits
- Contingent on the ability to pass a criminal background check
Items required for consideration:
- Application
- Resume
- Letter of Interest
Thurston County provides a comprehensive benefits package to all regular employees. The following is a brief summary of available benefits offered to county employees. Benefits are subject to change and may differ according to collective bargaining agreements. Plan documents and eligibility requirements are provided upon hire. This information is subject to change at anytime.
Health Care Benefits:
Thurston County provides medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage for all regular full-time employees enrolled in the County's standard plans. For regular part-time employees, who work less than 75% of an FTE, the county pays a pro-rated portion of the cost for medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
Medical
Thurston County provides medical benefits through the Washington State's Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB). Plan availability is based on county of residence. Each year the County determines the standard and non-standard plans. For standard plans, the County pays the full employee premium.
Dental
Dental plans are provided through the Washington Counties Insurance Fund (WCIF). Employees have the opportunity to choose between two plans, Delta Dental, a preferred provider plan or Willamette Dental, an HMO plan.
Vision
Thurston County employees have Vision Service Plan coverage through the Washington Counties Insurance Fund (WCIF). Employees also have additional vision coverage through their medical plan.
Life Insurance
The County provides each regular, full-time employee with a basic, term life plan of $36,000 life insurance and $36,000 accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage. Additional voluntary, supplemental life insurance and AD&D insurance is available as a payroll deduction.
Dependent Coverage
Eligible dependents may be added to all coverage listed above. Depending upon the bargaining unit, the County pays up to a specific maximum amount toward dependent coverage with the employee paying any amount above the County maximum contribution.
Pension Plans:
Retirement
Eligible Thurston County employees participate in the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems' pension plans (PERS, PSERS, or LEOFF). With the exception of PERS plan 3, all of these plans are "defined benefit" plans with retirement benefits based on your average compensation and earned service credits. PERS Plan 3 is a hybrid plan incorporating both "defined benefit" and "defined contribution" elements. These plans are funded by both employer and employee contributions.
Deferred Compensation
The County offers three voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan. Deferred compensation plans are 457 plans as defined by IRS regulations.
Holiday and Leave Programs:
Paid Leave
Thurston County offers two leave plans, Alternative leave and Traditional leave. In the Alternative Leave program, leave is accrued per pay period and may be used for vacation and/or sick leave purposes. Employees in the Traditional Leave program accrue both sick leave and annual leave each pay period.
Thurston County Observed Holidays
Eleven paid are observed by Thurston County. Depending on union contract, regular employees receive one floating holiday and one Community Service Day each calendar year, or two floating holidays each calendar year.
Other County Paid Benefits:
Long Term Disability (LTD)
The county's long term disability plan provides a monthly benefit of 60% of your monthly base salary up to $6,000 per month after a waiting period of 90 days of disability.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employees and immediate family members are eligible to receive confidential, professional counseling assessment and referral services through First Choice Health. The employee assistance program can assist and respond to all kinds of requests for counseling assessment and life concerns, such as, relationship concerns, family problems, alcohol and drug abuse problems, financial crisis, identification theft, general stress, caregiver burnout, depression, etc. Services are available 24-hours per day, 7-days per week.
Additional Voluntary Benefits:
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses. Section 125 FSAs allow you to pay for allowable health-related and/or dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Short Term Disability
The County's short term disability plan is meant to assist with temporary periods of disability, as well as bridge the 90 day waiting period before the County's Long Term Disability begins. It provides a benefit of 60% of employees weekly base salary up to $1,000 per week after a waiting period of 30 days.
Worksite Plans:
• Accident Insurance is designed to help pay for costs not covered by employee health insurance when injured due to an accident.
• Hospital Indemnity will pay a lump sum if an employee is admitted to the hospital, and will pay a lump sum for each day your are inpatient, to a maximum of 15 days per year.
• Critical Illness will pay a lump sum if you are diagnosed with certain serious conditions. Cancer, heart attack, and stroke are a few of the listed conditions in this policy.
Electronic Payroll Savings with TreasuryDirect
County employees can invest in TreasuryDirect electronic savings bonds (Series I and EE) by requesting a payroll deduction. Monthly deductions are forwarded to the Federal Reserve, which enables employees to buy and redeem electronic savings bonds directly from the United States Treasury Department.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Thurston County is a qualified employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Act. Employees may be eligible for federal student loan forgiven Show more details...
Location : Thurston County, WA...
Job Type: Regular Full-Time Employee
Job Number: 37R01729
Department: Pretrial Services
Opening Date: 01/11/2024
Closing Date: 1/25/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A
Summary of Duties
Thurston County Pretrial Services is adding an Operations Coordinator to the Resource Hub'sgrowingteam.
The Resource Hub is a drop-in resource center for people with behavioral health needs who are impacted by the justice system. Incumbents in this position are responsible for assisting in the daily operations of the Resource Hub. They will work with the Program Manager to develop new, innovative ways to serve visitors of the Resource Hub. As the first engagement point for visitors to Resource Hub, the Operations Coordinator will interview and assess clients' needs, determine needed community resources, and refer clients to identified resources. They will also maintain working relationships with the community, human and social service agencies to which clients may be referred (including Resource Hub provider partners), and other agencies in the criminal justice system and the community.
Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
• Provide knowledgeable direction to Resource Hub visitors and ensure timely connections to providers at the Resource Hub and in the community. Under the supervision of the Program Manager, establish and maintain relationships with service providers.
• Collect and maintain donations, including food, clothing, Naloxone, and other items for distribution.
• Perform administrative tasks such as updating the Resource Hub flyer and website maintenance.
• Assist in the development of strategies and policies, as well as contribute to the expansion of Resource Hub goals and objectives.
• Participate in stakeholder and community meetings as needed.
• Assist in the development of outreach strategies.
• Prepare reports and statistics; maintain and improve Hub data collection efforts.
• Counsel Hub visitors who may be experiencing differing levels of distress, anxiety, anger, possible hostility, and other emotions and psychological responses.
• Occasionally provide services or accommodations to groups and/or special events outside of regular operating hours.
What we offer our employees:
• Work-Life Balance: We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individual's lifestyle.
• Plan For Your Future: As a member of our team, you will enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visit Benefits 2024 Thurston County Employee Benefit Plans website for more information.
• Paid Leave: Full-time regular employees earn a minimum of 12 paid vacation days per year in addition to 11 paidholidays.
• Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
• Flexible Work Schedules:Some of the options that employees may take advantage of include alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.
• Deferred Compensation: The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness:This is a federal program which allows full-time public service employees who have made 120 qualifying payments for certain loans, to get their student loans repaid. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Why you'll love it here
Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washington's South Puget Sound Region. Perched in between the mountains and the ocean, the area boasts the perfect blend of year-round outdoor activities including boating, hiking, skiing, and more. The region is also home to the state capitol city of Olympia, known for its many restaurants, microbreweries, coffee shops, farmer's markets, kids' activities, history, and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at Experienceolympia.com
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree with major course work in justice administration, counseling, psychology, social sciences, or a related field.
• Three (3) years of experience interviewing and counseling clients involved in the justice system. Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required skills, knowledge, and abilities to perform the work will be considered.
• Thorough knowledge of laws and regulations related to client's rights and the criminal justice and/or court system.
• Thorough knowledge of procedures of the Superior, District, Municipal, and/or Juvenile Courts.
• Thorough knowledge of available community counseling resources and programs.
• Thorough knowledge of crisis intervention methods.
• Knowledge of the principles, techniques, and practices of interviewing and counseling.
• Knowledge of the dynamics of sexual and physical abuse.
• Ability to provide initial evaluation and counseling services to clients; assess people and situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action; and conduct interviews to accurately assess client needs.
• Ability to provide ongoing support services to clients, and interpret and apply applicable policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Ability to appear for scheduled work and complete assigned tasks within a reasonable period of time; communicate clearly, both orally and in writing; prepare reports, maintain detailed records and make presentations; analyze and evaluate investigative material; and make sound decisions on difficult and unusual cases.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, attorneys, law enforcement personnel, other agencies, co-workers, and the general public.
• Must be able to meet all traveling requirements of the position and maintain a current Washington State Driver's License or have requested and obtained an appropriate accommodation.
Desired Skills
• Lived experience with the criminal justice system, houselessness, and other hardships.
• Knowledge of/experience with behavioral health issues.
• Experience with therapeutic courts.
• Strong communication skills.
• Experience working with stakeholders from various backgrounds and viewpoints.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Experience forming new strategies, techniques, and approaches to service delivery.
• Experience in presenting proposals or information to government agencies.
• Certified Peer Counselor certification.
• Experience and formal training in De-escalation and Crisis intervention.
Other Position Related Information
Questions about this recruitment?
The contact person for this recruitment is, Nate Block, Program Manager, 360-786-5230
This position is:
- NOT represented by a Union
- Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
- Eligible for benefits
- Contingent on the ability to pass a criminal background check
Items required for consideration:
- Application
- Resume
- Letter of Interest
Thurston County provides a comprehensive benefits package to all regular employees. The following is a brief summary of available benefits offered to county employees. Benefits are subject to change and may differ according to collective bargaining agreements. Plan documents and eligibility requirements are provided upon hire. This information is subject to change at anytime.
Health Care Benefits:
Thurston County provides medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage for all regular full-time employees enrolled in the County's standard plans. For regular part-time employees, who work less than 75% of an FTE, the county pays a pro-rated portion of the cost for medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
Medical
Thurston County provides medical benefits through the Washington State's Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB). Plan availability is based on county of residence. Each year the County determines the standard and non-standard plans. For standard plans, the County pays the full employee premium.
Dental
Dental plans are provided through the Washington Counties Insurance Fund (WCIF). Employees have the opportunity to choose between two plans, Delta Dental, a preferred provider plan or Willamette Dental, an HMO plan.
Vision
Thurston County employees have Vision Service Plan coverage through the Washington Counties Insurance Fund (WCIF). Employees also have additional vision coverage through their medical plan.
Life Insurance
The County provides each regular, full-time employee with a basic, term life plan of $36,000 life insurance and $36,000 accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage. Additional voluntary, supplemental life insurance and AD&D insurance is available as a payroll deduction.
Dependent Coverage
Eligible dependents may be added to all coverage listed above. Depending upon the bargaining unit, the County pays up to a specific maximum amount toward dependent coverage with the employee paying any amount above the County maximum contribution.
Pension Plans:
Retirement
Eligible Thurston County employees participate in the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems' pension plans (PERS, PSERS, or LEOFF). With the exception of PERS plan 3, all of these plans are "defined benefit" plans with retirement benefits based on your average compensation and earned service credits. PERS Plan 3 is a hybrid plan incorporating both "defined benefit" and "defined contribution" elements. These plans are funded by both employer and employee contributions.
Deferred Compensation
The County offers three voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan. Deferred compensation plans are 457 plans as defined by IRS regulations.
Holiday and Leave Programs:
Paid Leave
Thurston County offers two leave plans, Alternative leave and Traditional leave. In the Alternative Leave program, leave is accrued per pay period and may be used for vacation and/or sick leave purposes. Employees in the Traditional Leave program accrue both sick leave and annual leave each pay period.
Thurston County Observed Holidays
Eleven paid are observed by Thurston County. Depending on union contract, regular employees receive one floating holiday and one Community Service Day each calendar year, or two floating holidays each calendar year.
Other County Paid Benefits:
Long Term Disability (LTD)
The county's long term disability plan provides a monthly benefit of 60% of your monthly base salary up to $6,000 per month after a waiting period of 90 days of disability.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employees and immediate family members are eligible to receive confidential, professional counseling assessment and referral services through First Choice Health. The employee assistance program can assist and respond to all kinds of requests for counseling assessment and life concerns, such as, relationship concerns, family problems, alcohol and drug abuse problems, financial crisis, identification theft, general stress, caregiver burnout, depression, etc. Services are available 24-hours per day, 7-days per week.
Additional Voluntary Benefits:
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses. Section 125 FSAs allow you to pay for allowable health-related and/or dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
Short Term Disability
The County's short term disability plan is meant to assist with temporary periods of disability, as well as bridge the 90 day waiting period before the County's Long Term Disability begins. It provides a benefit of 60% of employees weekly base salary up to $1,000 per week after a waiting period of 30 days.
Worksite Plans:
• Accident Insurance is designed to help pay for costs not covered by employee health insurance when injured due to an accident.
• Hospital Indemnity will pay a lump sum if an employee is admitted to the hospital, and will pay a lump sum for each day your are inpatient, to a maximum of 15 days per year.
• Critical Illness will pay a lump sum if you are diagnosed with certain serious conditions. Cancer, heart attack, and stroke are a few of the listed conditions in this policy.
Electronic Payroll Savings with TreasuryDirect
County employees can invest in TreasuryDirect electronic savings bonds (Series I and EE) by requesting a payroll deduction. Monthly deductions are forwarded to the Federal Reserve, which enables employees to buy and redeem electronic savings bonds directly from the United States Treasury Department.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Thurston County is a qualified employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Act. Employees may be eligible for federal student loan forgiven Show more details...
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