Extra-Help Special Projects Coordinator

THE POSITION

Special Projects – SR911 Radios

About the Position 

The position involves supporting SR911 technical staff on the simulcast radio project, managing radio tower construction projects, and overseeing the maintenance and programming of the Sheriff's Office radio equipment. Responsibilities include inventory management, scheduling repairs, ensuring FCC compliance, and acquiring radio frequencies for Stanislaus County. The role also includes developing proposals for infrastructure buildout, researching funding sources, writing grants, and collaborating with other departments for project management. Additionally, the position entails developing training, managing frequency sharing agreements, assisting in the integration of secure radio systems, and overseeing communication equipment vendors. Other duties include maintaining updated radio profiles, supporting emergency deployments, and ensuring the proper functioning of radios across various departments and contract cities.

Special Projects – StanCATT 

About the Position 

The position involves expertise in investigating property crimes, including stolen vehicles, related components, and insurance fraud, using systems like ICJIS, QueTel, NCIC, and StanCATT. Responsibilities include recovering and processing stolen vehicles, assisting with evidence collection and court testimony, and clearing investigation report backlogs. The role also requires supporting crime analysis, providing in-service training on auto theft investigations, and maintaining and troubleshooting StanCATT’s BAIT car and License Plate Reader (LPR) systems. Additionally, the position involves vehicle diagnostics, maintaining electronic anti-theft equipment, providing community outreach on theft prevention, and assisting with tracker and camera installations for the Department.

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

• Assist SR911 technical staff on the simulcast radio project;
• Develop proposals for infrastructure buildout;
• Project management oversight of radio tower construction projects;
• Inventory of all existing radio communication equipment;
• Maintenance and programming of all Sheriff’s Office radio equipment, to include emergency mobile and portable radio systems;
• Schedule preventative maintenance and needed repairs for all radio equipment;
• Acquisition and maintenance of radio frequencies assigned to Stanislaus County and utilized by the Sheriff’s Office;
• Ensure FCC emergency radio communication compliance;
• Provide recommendations for equipment purchases consistent with countywide communication interoperability;
• Research potential funding sources for additional radio communication equipment;
• Write grants in cooperation with other County departments to enhance public safety interoperability;
• Collaborate with County departments in project management for efficient use of available funding sources;
• Develop and maintain frequency sharing agreements with local, state, and federal public safety agencies;
• Assist in the integration of 800 MHZ secure radio equipment with allied agencies;
• Provide oversight of local communication equipment vendors;
• Develop and provide training on radio system use;
• Participate in emergency personnel deployments for safety communications;
• Maintain the appropriate and updated radio profiles;
• Provide updated radio assignment information to SR911 for entry into the main console;
• Provide frequency information to allied agencies;
• Plan for radio site development;
• Maintain portable and vehicle radios across the Department including but not limited to SOC, Training Center, Coroner’s Office, SIU, ASU, Courts, Civil, Adult Detention CERT and Transportation, and contract cities Waterford, Hughson, Riverbank, and Patterson.
• Perform such other and similar services in connection with any of the above- listed services.

• Expertise in the investigation of property crimes involving stolen vehicles, related components and insurance fraud, ICJIS records system, QueTel evidence system, NCIC and other StanCATT data systems;
• Recover and process stolen vehicles and locate stolen parts and vehicle equipment;
• Assist StanCATT with collection and processing of evidence for court and expert court testimony;
• Complete dispositions of investigation reports and case dispositions to clear backlog of case files;
• Assist StanCATT with monthly and annual reports. Assist with crime/incident analysis, statistics and data needed for criminal investigations;
• Provide in-service training to Department and allied agencies personnel regarding auto theft investigations, auto theft trends, and operations of License Plate Reader (LPR) system;
• Maintain StanCATT’s BAIT car/system and StanCATT’s License Plate Reader system. Diagnose and fix mechanical problems in the bait automobile. Troubleshoot faults in vehicles;
• Maintain StanCATT’s electronic equipment, inventory, and work with multiple anti-theft systems;
• Technical and mechanical expertise in troubleshooting problems in vehicles and using specialist diagnostic equipment to repair and replace defective parts;
• Provide community outreach and education regarding vehicle theft prevention and assist with public events such as club give away, VIN etching, etc;
• Techniques in the automotive field and large equipment mechanics. Maintain vehicle trackers, GPS units, and radio wave Low Jack. Fabricate vehicle trackers and LPR systems to be deployed in the field;
• Perform such other and similar services in connection with any of the above- listed services.

Skills/Abilities

• Analyze data, interpret policies, procedures and regulations, develop appropriate conclusions, and prepare reports; 
• Plan, design, and implement complex automated systems; 
• Analyze, develop and/or modify procedures and systems; 
• Establish project development schedules and coordinate the effort of affected staff activities to attained desired goals and objectives;
• Evaluate manual work assignments and work flows to determine if cost effective automated alternatives could be implemented;
• Meet deadlines under stressful conditions;
•  Resolve conflicts and respond appropriately to complaints;
• Complete multiple priority projects with conflicting deadlines;
• Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations;
• Operate personal computer and other modern office equipment;
• Communicate effectively with others in person, in writing, and over the telephone;
• Make presentations; and
• Train staff. 

Knowledge

• Principles, practices, methods and techniques used in area of expertise;
• Principles and practices of public administration. 
• Data analysis and program planning and evaluation. 
• Organization and functions of the various County departments and political subdivisions. 
• Political legislative processes. 
• Codes, regulations, ordinances and laws governing the operations of the County and other governmental entities; and
• Basic principles and practices of project management.

Education and Experience

• Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in the system for which the specific department is requesting. 

License or Certificate

• Some positions may require valid California driver’s license

• Must be a current contract employee with Stanislaus County Sheriff's Office.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE

Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications. 

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications.

EXAMINATION PROCESS
Most County recruitments consists of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles. The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County.

• Application Review and Screening. Applications are carefully screened based on information provided. Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on. 
• Written Examination. Applicants will be invited to participate in a written exam that tests knowledge for the position. 
• Oral Examination. Applicants are invited to a panel interview in which they will be evaluated by County subject matter experts. 
• Eligible Lists. Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification.  Eligible lists are effective for six months, but may be extended up to eighteen months.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Application Deadline: April 3, 2025 at 5pm
 
Note: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, part-time and full-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Final appointment will be conditional upon successfully passing a County paid pre-employment drug screening (if applicable for position) and a job-related background investigation. 

Some positions may require possession or the ability to obtain, and maintenance of a valid California Driver’s license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job related essential functions. 

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Salary : $43 - $53