Vision Vitality Variety County of Vance Employment Opportunities 1 Vance County Human Resources 122 Young Street, Ste B Henderson, NC 27536 Phone: (252) 738-2004 Fax: (252) 738-2039 (FAXED APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTABLE) Hours: 8:30 A.M. 5:00 P.M. Monday Friday Effective January 1, 2009, Vance County will only accept applications for positions for which we are actively recruiting below or in the media. If you are interested in a position that is not being advertised, you may come in to our office and complete an Applicant Interest Card for future openings. If you are interested in any of the following openings, please complete a Vance County application and submit to the above address. A County Employment Application is available at www.vancecounty.org. A resume may be submitted with your application. All applicants are subject to pre-employment drug testing and a criminal background check. This Employer Participates in E-Verify. Este Empleador Participa en E-Verify. Vance County is an Equal Opportunity Employer UPDATED October 22, 2013 Department: Tax Office Position Title: Real Property Appraiser (NEW) Salary Range: $30,264 Application Close Date: November 8, 2013 Associate or Technical Degree with coursework in real estate, business or related field and minimal experience in real estate appraisals or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Valid Driver s License; Certification in NC Real Property Appraiser through NC Dept. of Revenue or the ability to obtain certification within two years of hire. Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel Applications. Discover, list, and appraise all real property and some personal property in the county. Assess new construction, renovations, additions and demolitions based on data from building permits. Maintain and review parcels for accuracy, update property record cards and adjust property values. Tactfully and professionally confer with property owners, contractors, other real estate professionals and the general public on current market values and other related inquiries as needed. Assist the Property Evaluation Manager in developing values for all real property for an eight year cycle revaluation and act as a liaison with the Appraisal Firm for this project. Defend values before the Board of Equalization and Review and/or Property Tax Commission, as needed. Department: Social Services Position Title: Income Maintenance Caseworker II (NEW)
Salary Range: $27,720 DOQ Application Close Date: October 25, 2013 2 One year of experience as an Income Maintenance Caseworker; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. The Income Maintenance Caseworker I would qualify based on Graduation from an accredited associate degree program in Human Services Technology, Social Services Associate, Paralegal Technology, Business Administration, Secretarial Science, or a closely related curriculum; or graduation from high school and two years of paraprofessional, clerical, or other public contact experience which included negotiating, interviewing, explaining information, gathering and compiling of data, analysis of data and/or performance of mathematical or legal tasks with at least one year of such experience being in an income maintenance program; or graduation from high school and three years of paraprofessional, clerical or other public contact experience which included negotiating, interviewing, explaining information, the gathering and compiling of data, the analysis of data and/or the performance of mathematical or legal tasks; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Considerable knowledge of the program/areas of assignment. General knowledge of all agency and community programs and services which could affect the client/applicant. Good mathematical reasoning and computational skills. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret rules, regulations and procedures. Ability to communicate with clients/applicants, the public at large, and public officials to obtain data, and to explain and interpret rules, regulations and procedures. Ability to instruct and to evaluate the work of lower level employees. Ability to perform caseworker functions within structured time frames. Determining eligibility and ongoing case management of multiple Income Maintenance Programs (Food and Nutrition, Temporary Assistance to Needy Families, Adult Medicaid or Family & Children s Medicaid). Includes interviewing clients receiving or applying for public assistance to gather data to determine eligibility. Very information, maintain records, take and process new applications. Will work with an ongoing caseload and new eligibility cases. Department: Solid Waste Position Title: Environmental Manager (NEW) Salary: $33,068 Close Date: Open Until Filled Education/Experience: Graduation from college with a degree in environmental sciences or related field and considerable experience supervising solid waste, recycling, and/or environmental programs and facilities. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of solid waste and recycling programs; Thorough knowledge of the local, state, and federal laws and regulations relating to solid waste and recycling programs; Thorough knowledge of the county budget, purchasing, and personnel policies and practices; Thorough knowledge of effective management practices including staffing, motivation, communications, delegation, discipline, performance review, and other practices; General knowledge of current and projected trends in solid waste from residential, commercial, and industrial facilities; General knowledge of the principles and practices to promote, implement, and maintain public awareness and citizen involvement programs; Ability to analyze information and make effective decisions; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county officials, industrial officials, regulatory officials, contractors, other employees, and the general public; Ability to prepare, present and interpret complex records and reports.
3 Plans, organizes and directs the work of subordinate employees and participates as necessary in the operation of the yard waste, scrap tire and white goods facility; Advises management and participates in planning for current and future capacity needs for increased efficiency and regulatory compliance. Ensures that all county solid waste programs and facilities are in compliance with NCDENR standards; Supervises the hiring, promotion, training, discipline, evaluation, and other personnel actions and decisions for the department; plans and implements safety programs including training, procedures, and equipment as necessary; Researches and recommends strategies for meeting new regulatory requirements; supervises and participates in the investigation, implementation, and administration of landfill maintenance; Establishes, maintains, and analyzes a variety of reports as required and as needed for effective management decision-making; collects and compiles data on solid waste and recycling tonnage; prepares county and state reports; Publicizes and promotes solid waste services as well as recycling services and programs; prepares and presents recycling education and training programs to citizens, students, industries and businesses; Coordinates and oversees special projects and events related to solid waste (i.e. spring litter sweep, recycling days, etc.); Attends and serves as County staff to the Appearance Commission; Requests department resources as part of annual budget process; controls allocated resources once approved. Additional Job Duties: Performs related work as required. Performs the duties of the landfill employees as required. Special Requirement: Must have a valid driver s license. Residency in Vance County is preferred. Department: Detention Center Position Title: Detention Officer I Salary Range: $25,380 - $26,652 (DOQ) Completion of high school supplemented by courses in law enforcement or detention; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. CERTIFICATION/EXPERIENCED AS A DETENTION OFFICER PREFERRED. Working knowledge of federal, state, and local laws pertaining to inmate sentencing pretrial conditions, and release; working knowledge of policies and procedures covering inmate security, classification, care and discipline; ability to exercise sound judgment in routine and emergency situations; ability to work in a hazardous and confining work environment; ability to deal tactfully and firmly with inmates and the public; ability to prepare and maintain accurate records; ability to maintain effective working relationships with supervisor, other employees, and the public; ability to actively listen to inmate conversations and sounds in the facility and exercise judgment in determining potential security problems. Applicant must be able to pass a physical examination; meet the minimum standards set by the State of North Carolina for jail personnel; must be at least 21 years old. Department: Sheriff s Office Position Title: Deputy Sheriff Salary Range: $28,968- $30,408 (DOQ) Desirable Experience and Education: Graduation from high school and completion of basic law enforcement training; possession of a Basic Law Enforcement Certificate preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Working knowledge of state and federal laws, local ordinances and policies of the department, especially relating to search and seizure, serving papers, mental health detention and commitment procedures;
pursuit, and arrest. Working knowledge of law enforcement principles, practices, methods and equipment. Some knowledge of scientific crime detection and criminal identification methods and procedures. Skill in the use of firearms and other law enforcement equipment and in the application of self-defense tactics. Skill in collaborative conflict resolution. Ability to act with sound judgment in routine and emergency situations. Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms. Ability to present effective court testimony. Ability to prepare clear and concise activity reports. Ability to build and maintain cooperative and effective public relations with the citizens. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and other public officials. Physical Requirements: Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of standing, walking, hearing, kneeling, reaching, feeling, grasping, pushing, pulling, bending, climbing, crawling, fingering, and performing repetitive motions. Must be able to perform medium work exerting up to 50 pound of force occasionally; 20 pounds frequently; and 10 pounds constantly. Must possess the visual acuity to operate a police vehicle and distinguish details and differences when observing people, places, or things on patrol. Before assignment to sworn duties, employees must possess a valid North Carolina driver's license and have completed at least the minimum requirements established by the North Carolina Sheriff's Training and Standards Commission for certified law enforcement officers with prospects of successfully completing the entire certification process within prescribed time frames. May require radar and other certifications. Department: Sheriff s Office Position Title: Deputy Specialist Salary Range: $31,632- $33,216 (DOQ) Graduation from high school and considerable law enforcement experience supplemented by specialized training in the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Considerable knowledge of state and federal laws, local ordinances and policies of the department, especially relating to search and seizure, civil process, serving papers, pursuit, and arrest; Considerable knowledge of law enforcement principles, practices, methods and equipment; Considerable knowledge of scientific crime detection and criminal identification and/or narcotics interdiction and other special narcotics investigations methods and procedures; Skill in the use of firearms and other law enforcement equipment and in the application of self-defense tactics; Skill in collaborative conflict resolution; Ability to act with sound judgment in routine and emergency situations; Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms; Ability to present effective court testimony; Ability to prepare clear and concise activity reports; Ability to build and maintain cooperative and effective public relations with the citizens; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and other public officials. Physical Requirements: Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of standing, walking, hearing, kneeling, reaching, feeling, grasping, pushing, pulling, bending, climbing, crawling, fingering, and performing repetitive motions; Must be able to perform medium work exerting up to 50 pound of force occasionally; 20 pounds frequently; and 10 pounds constantly. Must possess the visual acuity to operate a police vehicle and distinguish details and differences when observing people, places, or things on patrol. 4
Before assignment to sworn duties, employees must possess a valid North Carolina driver's license and have completed at least the minimum requirements established by the North Carolina Sheriff's Training and Standards Commission for certified law enforcement officers. 5 END