What are the responsibilities and job description for the Employment and Training Technician I/II position at Kings County?
The Kings County Job Training Office is currently seeking qualified individuals for the position of:
Employment and Training Technician I/II
Kings County Job Training Office/Economic Development Corporation dedicated team is seeking qualified candidates who are passionate about helping our community members with information on training and employment opportunities, business expansion, and business location services. As an integrated office of workforce and economic development, we are here to serve both job seekers and employers.
Kings County is seeking to fill multiple vacancies in the Job Training Office (JTO). Future vacancies for this position may be filled from the eligible list to be established. The expected life of the eligible list is six months.
Employment and Training Technician I
$20.68 - $25.25 Hourly, $43,014.40 - $52,520.00 Annually
Employment and Training Technician II
$22.85 - $27.88 Hourly, $47,528.00 - $57,990.40 Annually
$22.85 - $27.88 Hourly, $47,528.00 - $57,990.40 Annually
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Employment and Training Technician series is utilized in the Kings County Job Training Office and provides a variety of employment and training services to eligible Kings County residents. Work site visits requiring travel in the Kings County area are necessary to monitor program clients and to contact employers.
Employment & Training Technician I differs from Employment & Training Technician II in that the Technician I class is a training level where emphasis is on learning principles, practices and methods of client employability assessment and placement and carrying of a caseload under close supervision. As assigned responsibility and breadth of knowledge increase, and upon satisfactory job performance and department recommendation, incumbents may reasonably expect to be promoted to the next higher class of Employment & Training Technician II.
BENEFIT PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- CalPERS Retirement (see benefits section to determine plan/tier placement);
- Excellent PPO insurance including medical, dental, vision and chiropractic insurance coverage for the employee and their eligible dependents;
- Onsite health center for employees and eligible dependents on County health insurance;
- Paid vacation and sick leave (see benefits tab for more details);
Duties include but are not limited to those described below. Reasonable accommodation will be made when requested and determined by the County to be appropriate under applicable law.
Reviews applicant eligibility for services according to state and federal guidelines; assesses client aptitudes, skills and abilities and makes decisions regarding enrollment; identifies barriers to employment and provides vocational, academic and career counseling as well as labor market information; develops employment plans based upon client skills and aptitudes; refers clients to appropriate employment, training and social service resources and follows-up on placements; assists clients in developing proper job search techniques and good work habits; provides technical assistance and interpretation of state and federal laws and regulations to contractors; assists employers with their hiring, training and/or job development efforts; monitors training and work site arrangements and provides liaison between clients and employers; monitors contracts to ensure compliance with the requisite terms and conditions; develops jobs in private and public sectors; prepares and maintains case records, reports, files and training contracts; provides training and disseminates information regarding program regulations, requirements for participation, appropriate expenditure of funds, and training contract modifications; gathers, organizes and compiles statistical data; travels to offsite locations to conduct site reviews, monitoring and training; attends professional development seminars; may develop program publicity and marketing information, including public speaking to various groups; may plan and coordinate special programs; may represent the department on various advisory boards.
Please note: Work experience for the last 15 years must be included in the work history portion of your application. It is also important that your application show all the relevant education and experience that you possess, even if it extends beyond the required past 15 years. A resume may be attached, but is not a substitute for completing the application and supplemental questions. Failure to submit a completed application may eliminate you from the recruitment.
Any combination of education and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:
EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING TECHNICIAN I:
Education: Equivalent to completion of two years of college (60 semester units) with emphasis in career planning, vocational counseling, sociology, marketing, human resources management, or closely related fields. (Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for up to one year of the required education.)
Experience: One year of experience in interviewing or counseling preferably in an employment related field.
Substitution: A bachelor's degree in a behavioral science may be substituted for the required education and experience.
EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING TECHNICIAN II:
Education: Same as above.
Education: Same as above.
Experience: One year as an Employment and Training Technician I in Kings County or equivalent.
Substitution: A bachelor's degree in a behavioral science and two years of experience in interviewing or counseling for employment, education and training purposes, or in job development or job placement may be substituted for the required education and experience.
Note: The recruitment and selection process may specify or emphasize one or more of the above listed experience or skill areas, depending upon the needs of the department.
BOTH LEVELS:
License: Possession of a valid appropriate California driver's license.
Special Requirements: (1) Requires ability to travel frequently within the County and occasional travel outside of County; (2) Requires the ability to pass a comprehensive background investigation and obtain security clearance, including a fingerprint check; (3) May be assigned to an outlying site as primary work location; (4) Certain positions in this classification may be designated as bilingual, requiring fluency in a foreign language.
Work Environment/Physical Requirements: Works primarily in an office environment which requires: Mobility and dexterity to work in a standard office environment and use standard office equipment, including typing and sitting at a computer for extended periods; hearing and speech to communicate orally, in person and on the phone; vision to read things up close and far away, and to read handwritten, printed material, and computer screen; walk; drive a vehicle to travel to offsite visits for site monitoring, attend meetings and trainings; ability to lift and carry light objects for distances required to accomplish the tasks at hand; manipulate papers, files and other equipment; and may be required to climb stairs or step stools.
Please click on the following links for detailed job specifications:
Employment and Training Technician I
Employment and Training Technician II
Employment and Training Technician I
Employment and Training Technician II
All completed applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed. Depending upon the number of applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, the examination process may include a screening committee (pass/fail) and/or a written examination (pass/fail) and/or an oral examination (100%) which may include a written practical component to determine placement on the eligible list.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
Veteran's Preference Application
Must submit the request form and certified DD-214 prior to the closing date.
Veteran's Preference Application
Must submit the request form and certified DD-214 prior to the closing date.
Tentative Recruitment Process
Final Date to Apply: Friday, February 7, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.
First Panel Interview with Human Resources: Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Salary : $43,014 - $52,520
