Career Paths
Nearly 100% of MSDM students are employed either when they graduate or, in some cases, prior to graduation. Having a Master of Security and Disaster Management degree helps the marketability of each student and it demonstrates your focus, discipline, knowledge and experience.
Having a master鈥檚 degree in security and disaster management provides the knowledge and skills to be successful in management and supervisor positions in the following career areas:
- Disaster response coordination
- Fire departments
- Homeland security
- Emergency medical services
- Program coordination
- Emergency management
- Red Cross
- Military
- Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
- Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
- Local, state and federal government jobs
- Law enforcement
- Business continuity
- Risk management
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May 01, 2025
This position is for New Hanover Juvenile Detention Center in Castle Hayne, NCThe primary purpose of this position is to:Provide case management and coordination of services concerning medical, mental health, and substance abuse issues thus providing a continuum of care to the juveniles being detained.Serve as contact person and liaison between the juvenile, center, medical services provider, mental health services provider, substance abuse services provider, Juvenile Court Counselors, Department of Social Services representatives, Health Department, hospital/ER and any other professional agencies, community agencies, or stakeholders within the scope of the Department's confidentiality policy and HIPPA.Schedule health, mental health, and substance abuse related appointments as indicated as well as provide or arrange transportation to the appointments and accompany juvenile to appointment if the need is indicated.Required to document results of medical, mental health, and substance abuse assessments and testing; treatment provided; and any indicated follow-up in the juvenile's record, medical record, discharge summaries, and electronic data base.Compile and maintain data which will be utilized to compile required monthly reports.聽Ensure Medical Policy compliance by checking medical records and medication administration for accuracy.Ensure medication supply is maintained by verifying medication, contacting the juvenile's parent/guardian, medication provider, hospital, and pharmacy to ensure continuation of medication and medication compliance.Required to directly supervise juveniles in the center.Ensure that the procedures and guidelines of the center are followed.Provide crisis intervention and group counseling.The position confers with Court Counselors, Social Workers, Juvenile Officers, Psychologists, Lawyers and Parents regarding youth behavior.Other duties include:聽 Helping to train new employees and providing supervision to direct care staff, contracted medical personnel, interns and volunteers. This position will assist with ensuring medical and medication training is provided to new employees and reviewed yearly. This position is also in charge of the center in the absence of the director and/or a聽supervisor.Work Schedule:聽聽This is primarily a 1st shift position: Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. The work schedule is flexible and may include other shifts, weekends and holidays, and consultation after hours by staff reference medical, mental health, or medication issues.聽Benefits:聽This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with聽State Benefits, including paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, retirement, and health insurance. To view an example of total compensation, please click here聽NC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator聽About Juvenile Justice:The Mission of Juvenile Justice is to reduce and prevent juvenile delinquency by effectively intervening, educating and treating youth in order to strengthen families and increase public safety. The Division of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention is committed to the reduction and prevention of juvenile delinquency by effectively intervening, educating and treating youth in order to strengthen families and increase public safety. 聽If you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of North Carolina's youth, we welcome you to be part of the team.聽Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / CompetenciesThe Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. 聽All work history and education (including聽accurate dates of employment/attendance)聽must be documented on the application.聽Supplemental Questions are also a required part of the application: answers must reference education or work experience listed on the application.聽A complete, all-inclusive application maximizes an applicant鈥檚 potential to qualify for the position, as well as the highest possible salary. Salary聽will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.To qualify for this position, applicants must demonstrate ALL of the following KSAs:聽Demonstrated knowledge with social work principles, techniques, practices and their application to specific casework, group work and community problems.Demonstrated experience working with individuals who have behavioral and socioeconomic problems and creating treatment plans.Knowledge of governmental and private organizations and resources in the community.Management Preference:聽These skills are not required but managers may choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences.Certified in First Aid/CPR,聽OR聽the ability to obtain and maintain First Aid/CPR Certification.Knowledge of basic medical terminology.Experience with PREA.Please note:聽You must be physically capable of applying the proper methods and procedures to physically restrain juveniles and defend self after being properly training by the department. The physical demands for this position will be discussed during the interview.聽Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsBachelor's degree in a field relative to the program from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of directly related work experience, preferably with the client population;ORBachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of experience in a related programmatic area providing experience in the techniques of casework, group work, or community organization;ORan equivalent combination of education and experience.Necessary Special Qualification:Applicants for positions designated as Juvenile Justice Officers are subject to and must meet the hiring and training standards established by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission, as defined in Title 12, Chapter 9 of the NC Administrative Code, by the statutory authority of GS 17C.聽Selected applicant must attend and successfully complete and pass the Juvenile Justice Officer Basic Training certification program. The certification requires four weeks to complete and is comprised of classroom and physically demanding training. This training is carried out at regional training centers and requires consecutive overnight stays. In addition the selected candidate must:聽聽聽路Have or be able to obtain required documentation for certification as a Juvenile Justice Officer (i.e. a diploma).聽路Pass a Criminal Background check聽路Pass a Drug Screening test聽路Pass a Psychological test聽路Pass a Sexual Risk Screening test聽路Pass a Physical (to include Vision and Hearing)聽路Be a US citizen聽路Be at least 20 years of age聽路Have a valid driver's license聽聽聽聽
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May 01, 2025
Saturday, May 17, 20258:00 am - 3:00 pmAppointment Highly RecommendedGwinnett County Police Training Center854 Winder Highway, Lawrenceville, GA 30045This is a special opportunity to complete the first phase of the two-phase hiring process. Conditional job offers may be given during this event. Those attending will complete an obstacle course, an orientation, a more detailed application, and an oral interview. The entire process typically takes two to three hours, although it may take longer. It is suggested that you bring water and a snack. Part of this event will occur outside.Please submit an application prior to attending the event. Once an application has been received, an investigator will call to set up an appointment time. Those who have submitted applications but do not have an appointment are still welcome, although wait times will be longer.*Please note, you are not required to attend both days of the hiring event*
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May 01, 2025
We are looking for candidates who have a passion for helping court-involved youth. 聽聽We are聽Working Together to Strengthen North Carolina鈥檚 Youth and Families!聽This posting is for District 11 (Johnston County) located in the Central Region of the State of North Carolina.聽Job duties for this position require driving a state vehicle. A valid driver鈥檚 license must be obtained by date of hire.聽What are the聽duties of a Juvenile Court Counselor?聽Juvenile Court Counselors provide case management services, counseling and supervision of adjudicated or delinquent juveniles to ensure compliance with court ordered dispositions. For a more comprehensive list of duties, please click here.NEW STEP PAY PLAN!聽Juvenile Court Counselors enjoyannual salary increases with a step pay plan! 聽Your initial salary is based on your total months of related education and experience above the minimum requirements for this position (Master's degree and 12 months or Bachelor's degree and 24 months). 聽Please list all work experience in order for you to receive maximum credit. 聽This will help determine the correct salary and step for potential candidates. 聽Candidates will only receive credit for experience documented on the state application. 聽Once hired, your pay will continue to increase as you gain more related experience up to step 6 and you may also qualify for other promotional opportunities. There are many opportunities for promotional advancement within Juvenile Justice!Work Schedule:聽This is a full-time position. 聽Work hours for this position are Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm, however, candidates must be able to work on-call hours, weekends and holidays on a rotating basis and be able to work a variable work schedule to meet the needs of juveniles and their families.聽聽We offer great Benefits!聽 聽聽聽This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits, including paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, retirement, and health insurance.聽聽About the Division of Juvenile Justice:聽The Division of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention is committed to the reduction and prevention of juvenile delinquency by effectively intervening, educating and treating youth in order to strengthen families and increase public safety. 聽If you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of North Carolina's youth, we welcome you to be part of the team.聽聽The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. 聽All work history and education (including聽accurate dates of employment/attendance)聽must be documented on the application.聽Supplemental Questions are also a required part of the application: answers must reference education or work experience listed on the application. A complete, all-inclusive application maximizes an applicant鈥檚 potential to qualify for the position, as well as the highest possible salary. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.聽To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL聽of the following:聽Experience using strategies or approaches for at least one of the following that contributes to an adolescent's development:family dynamicsgroup normsbehavioral problems or challenges and/orsocioeconomic or psychosocial problems which impact juvenilesExperience addressing various factors that may contribute to juvenile delinquencyExperience with case managementManagement Preferences: These skills are not required but managers may choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences.聽Experience with public speakingExperience applying different counseling approaches and crisis intervention practices to a variety of situationsKnowledge of and/or experience working with a system of care聽Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsMaster's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of experience in counseling or working with the juvenile/family client population and/or related human service case management experience.聽OR聽Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in counseling or working with the juvenile/family client population and/or related human service case management experience.聽聽聽聽聽
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May 01, 2025
We are looking for candidates who have a passion for helping court-involved youth. 聽聽We are聽Working Together to Strengthen North Carolina鈥檚 Youth and Families!聽This posting is for District 10 (Wake County) located in the Central Region of the State of North Carolina.聽Job duties for this position require driving a state vehicle. A valid driver鈥檚 license must be obtained by date of hire.聽What are the聽duties of a Juvenile Court Counselor?聽Juvenile Court Counselors provide case management services, counseling and supervision of adjudicated or delinquent juveniles to ensure compliance with court ordered dispositions. For a more comprehensive list of duties, please click聽here.NEW STEP PAY PLAN!聽Juvenile Court Counselors enjoy annual salary increases with a step pay plan! 聽Your initial salary is based on your total months of related education and experience above the minimum requirements for this position (Master's degree and 12 months or Bachelor's degree and 24 months). 聽Please list all work experience in order for you to receive maximum credit. 聽This will help determine the correct salary and step for potential candidates. 聽Candidates will only receive credit for experience documented on the state application. 聽Once hired, your pay will continue to increase as you gain more related experience up to step 6 and you may also qualify for other promotional opportunities. There are many opportunities for promotional advancement within Juvenile Justice!Work Schedule:聽This is a full-time position. 聽Work hours for this position are Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm, however, candidates must be able to work on-call hours, weekends and holidays on a rotating basis and be able to work a variable work schedule to meet the needs of juveniles and their families.聽聽We offer great Benefits!聽 聽聽聽This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits, including paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, retirement, and health insurance. To view an example of total compensation, please click here NC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator聽聽聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽聽About the Division of Juvenile Justice:聽The Division of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention is committed to the reduction and prevention of juvenile delinquency by effectively intervening, educating and treating youth in order to strengthen families and increase public safety. 聽If you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of North Carolina's youth, we welcome you to be part of the team. 聽Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies聽To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess聽ALL聽of the following:聽Experience using strategies or approaches for at least one of the following that contributes to an adolescent's development:family dynamicsgroup normsbehavioral problems or challenges and/orsocioeconomic or psychosocial problems which impact juvenilesExperience addressing various factors that may contribute to juvenile delinquencyExperience with case managementManagement Preferences: These skills are not required but managers may choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences.聽Experience with public speakingExperience applying different counseling approaches and crisis intervention practices to a variety of situationsKnowledge of and/or experience working with a system of care聽Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsMaster's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of experience in counseling or working with the juvenile/family client population and/or related human service case management experience.聽OR聽Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in counseling or working with the juvenile/family client population and/or related human service case management experience.聽聽聽聽聽
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May 01, 2025
Did you know the United States Capitol Police is immediately hiring for our many police officer vacancies? Today, the department is made up of more than 2,000 police officers providing armed security and protection for the Congress, the public, and the U.S. Capitol. We embrace and celebrate a diverse workforce, because inclusion makes us all stronger!聽SALARY -聽We have the highest starting salary in the DMV area for law enforcement at $83,362 a year, a lateral program that offers $10,000 retention bonus, student loan repayment program of $80,000 and much more.聽BENEFITS -聽We offer health insurance, dental insurance, vision care, life and long-term care insurance, Thrift Savings Plan, flexible spending accounts, transit subsidy benefits, fitness centers, personal trainers, nutritionists, an employee assistance program and much more!聽SPECIALTY UNITSDignitary Protection Division - Provide armed security and protection for Members of CongressContainment and Emergency Response Team (CERT/SWAT)K-9 UnitBomb TechnicianBicycle Response TeamSpecial OperationsCrime Scene SearchCriminal InvestigationsIntelligence and Interagency CoordinationThreat Assessment SectionCommand CenterCommunicationsMobile Patrol聽QUALIFICATIONS -聽Candidates must meet the following requirements to be minimally qualified for this position:Must be a United States citizen.Must be between 21-39 years of age.Must have a High School diploma or a GED certificate.Must possess and maintain a valid U.S. driver's license.Must show evidence of responsible driving in the past one (1) year.Male applicants must be registered for Selective Service.Must successfully complete a full field background investigation.Travel for hiring assessments and training is at applicant's expense.Polygraph, medical assessment, criminal, credit, and tax check required.Must successfully complete all required training.聽Come join our team and Be One Of Us!!To learn more, visit: www.uscp.gov/careers聽APPLY HERE!聽https://uscp.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/611?c=uscp&source=LINK
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May 01, 2025
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling on those who want to help protect American interests and secure our Nation. DHS Components work collectively to prevent terrorism; secure borders and our transportation systems; protect the President and other dignitaries; enforce and administer immigration laws; safeguard cyberspace; and ensure resilience to disasters. We achieve these vital missions through a workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS.Being a Border Patrol Agent makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession. Typical assignments include:Detecting and questioning persons suspected of violating immigration and custom laws and inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violationsPreventing, and apprehending aliens and smugglers of aliens at or near the borders by maintaining surveillance from covert positions to include using infrared scopes during night operationsInterpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence of illegal entry of persons or contrabandPerforming farm checks, building checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checksPatrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways using a variety of Government assets such as vehicles, horses, vessels, watercrafts, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles for the accomplishment of the USBP Mission.
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April 30, 2025
Pay:聽 $16 per hourWork schedule:聽Full-time; Monday - FridayBenefit package includes:Health/dental/vision/life insurance401(k) retirement planSick and vacation timePaid holidaysCareer advancement opportunitiesWork with a purpose!聽Operated by Management & Training Corporation, the Texas Civil Commitment Center in Littlefield, Texas, is now hiring career-minded, security professionals to assist with ensuring the safety and security of our unique facility聽while helping those in our care make positive, lifelong changes.聽Job responsibilities:聽The Property/Supply Coordinator is responsible for performing purchasing and supply work for the facility in compliance with Management & Training (MTC) and Texas Civil Commitment Office (TCCO) directives.Essential functions:Plan, organize, implement, and supervise the preparation of specification for commodities and equipment.Prepare purchase orders and other procurement documentation.Coordinate the preparation of emergency and spot requisition requests for local purchase of items.Inspect all incoming shipments to ensure required specifications are met.Minimum requirements:Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED.One (1) year of experience in inventory, stock control record keeping, or purchasing required.Must be at least 18 years of age.A valid driver license in the state of Texas with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.Why:聽Make a positive impact in your community by doing meaningful work that results in a rewarding career.Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance, please contact our staffing department through聽customersupport@mtctrains.com or 801-693-2888.
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April 30, 2025
Pay: $ 20.23 per hour聽Work schedule:聽Full time, day shiftBenefit package includes:Medical/dental/vision/prescription insuranceLife insurance, AD&D as well as short-term disability401(k) retirement planPaid Time Off (PTO) and Paid HolidaysEmployee assistance program (EAP)Bereavement Leave, Military Leave, Civic DutyCareer advancement opportunitiesWork with a purpose! Operated by the Management and Training Corporation (MTC), the East Texas Treatment Facility in Henderson, Texas, offers you the chance to join a team with values that match your own. 聽Make a difference in the lives of people needing second chances.聽What you'll do: You'll be responsible for聽performing advanced stock and inventory work in a unit commissary.Essential Functions:Coordinate the display, rotation, and sales of merchandise to offenders.Safeguard and maintain adequate supply of merchandise.Maintain merchandise in a saleable and monitor the cleanliness and appearance of the facility commissary.Maintain the commissary in clean, sanitary condition at all times by overseeing, directing, and monitoring the offender workforce.Assist in preparing the monthly inventory and submit inventory reports to accounting.Verify the accuracy of shipments received from distribution centers and authorized outside vendors.Supervise support service offenders assigned to the commissary.Education and Experience Requirements:Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED.Two (2) years full-time, wage-earning commissary, retail sales, or inventory management experience. 鈥-OR--- One (1) year full-time, wage-earning commissary, retail sales, or inventory management experience and one (1) year full-time, wage-earning correctional custody or law enforcement experience.Valid driver鈥檚 license in the state of Texas with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance, please contact our staffing department through customersupport@mtctrains.com聽or 801-693-2888.
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April 30, 2025
The Office of Field Operations has an opening for a Taxpayer Services Specialist I in the Northern Kentucky Taxpayer Service Center. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to provide clear communication and negotiation skills with taxpayers and their representative over the phone and in person to resolve tax matters.As a Taxpayer Services Specialist I for the Commonwealth of Kentucky, you will receive the direction and the training needed to successfully review tax returns and resolve problems for taxpayers.1. 聽Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Educating and advising taxpayers of their tax liabilities/responsibilities, filing deadlines, tax payment obligations, and department policies and procedures.Reviewing tax returns as directed.Continuously updating notes, histories, and taxpayer information in agency computer systems.Recording notes proficiently and accurately into agency computers systems during telephone conversations.Moving between computer screens to find information quickly to answer taxpayers鈥 questions.Ensuring the safety and confidentiality of taxpayer information, data, and records.Remaining up-to-date on tax laws, policies, and regulations by regularly attending in-house and outside seminars, training sessions, and educational opportunities.2. 聽Additional/Supplemental information:Required to successfully complete a background investigation including an FBI criminal history record check (fingerprint check).Required to comply with all tax laws.Mostly at a desk using a computer and telephone.Some travel for training and education.3. 聽Minimum RequirementsEDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.聽EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE聽Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE聽Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Experience in tax preparation, tax administration, the examination of tax records, property appraisal, accounting, business administration, collections, or a related field will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis. Current or prior military experience will substitute for the required college on a year-for-year basis.聽SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE4. 聽Working ConditionsDuties are generally performed in an office setting. May require travel with occasional overnight stays within the Commonwealth of Kentucky.Probationary PeriodThis job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Tarmayne Baker at tarmayne.baker@ky.gov or 859-371-9049.An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
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April 29, 2025
Office Specialist 1 (Sheriff's Office - Parole & Probation)Job ID: 107910Location: Oregon City, OregonFull/Part Time: Full TimeRegular/Temporary:RegularCLACKAMAS COUNTY CORE VALUESClackamas County employees work to serve the public and enrich our community. In that spirit, we pledge to hold ourselves to these standards at all times in our interactions with customers and one another:鈥 Service鈥 Professionalism鈥 Integrity鈥 Respect鈥 Individual accountability鈥 TrustBy incorporating these values into our daily routines, we can better serve our customers, ourselves and our projects. We're always looking to improve. That's the Clackamas County SPIRIT.https://www.clackamas.us/countyadmin/spiritClackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring.We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply.CLOSE DATEThis Job Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time) on May 5, 2025.PAY AND BENEFITSAnnual Pay Range: $45,772.23 - $57,351.80Hourly Pay Range: $22.005880 - $27.572979Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on a candidate's experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position.Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees.We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering, health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle.Employee benefits become effective the first of the month following an employee's date of hire.Attractive benefits package and incentives for employees in regular status positions are detailed below.Generous paid time off package, including:鈥 12 hours of vacation accrued per month鈥 Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation accruals in compliance with https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/a51ff5d3-d243-49ba-aa11-15324f4c0bf8! This means you have access to vacation time at time of hire.鈥 8 hours of sick accrued per month鈥 10 paid holidays and 1 personal day per yearOther Benefits:鈥 Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP):鈥 Employer paid 6% PERS retirement contribution (The county currently pays the employee's share of the retirement contribution.)鈥 OPSRP members get vested after five years of contributions or when they reach age 65鈥 A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage鈥 A Choice of Dental Plans鈥 Robust EAP and wellness programs, including gym discounts and wellness education classes鈥 Longevity pay鈥 Other retirement Savings Options that allow for additional retirement funds savings, including an option to contribute a portion of employee earnings on a pre or post-tax basis to a 457b Deferred Compensation Plan鈥 A variety of additional optional benefits (see links below for additional information)This is a full time County position represented by the Employees' Association.https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/1e311321-f9ff-4daa-8753-bbdfb4e8d1b4http://www.clackamas.us/des/benefits.htmlJOB DETAILS AND QUALIFICATIONSThe Clackamas County Sheriff's Office is seeking to fill an Office Specialist 1 position. This position will be responsible for providing services to adults on supervision, citizens, victims, community and agency partners.The Parole & Probation Division of the Sheriff's Office provides full service programs to adult offenders including pre-sentence investigation, conditional discharge supervision, support services, parole and probation supervision, and victim services. This position is responsible for greeting clients, answering and directing calls, connecting adults on supervision to their probation officer, and communicating with internal teams and staff members. The Parole & Probation Field Services office is located in Oregon City.The most competitive candidate for this position will be detail oriented, have excellent communication skills to communicate with a variety of individuals, have experience maintaining confidentiality, using discretion and independent judgement, have the ability to establish priorities and manage a workload with minimal supervision, and have experience with data entry and retrieval.IMPORTANT INFORMATIONAll Sheriff's Office positions require a complete Statement of Personal History (SPH).Only those applicants selected will need to submit the SPH. The SPH is due 10 calendar days AFTER you have been notified. Applicants will receive instructions from the Department of Human Resources or the Sheriff's Office on how to login to the electronic SPH.Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*鈥 A minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience providing administrative office support or working in a clerical role that includes front-desk reception and clerical duties.鈥 Proven customer service experience.鈥 Experience answering phone calls and disseminating information appropriately.鈥 Experience working with and handling confidential and/or sensitive documents including appropriate use of discretion and independent judgement.鈥 Good problem-solving skills.鈥 Ability to communicate orally and in writing, including conveying technical and procedural information to persons at all levels of ability.鈥 Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations when dealing with a variety of people.鈥 Ability to work with the public, contractors, vendors, law enforcement officials, county staff, and others in a courteous, professional manner.鈥 Must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test鈥 Must pass an extensive background investigation, including national fingerprint records check.Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*鈥 Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.鈥 Experience establishing priorities and managing workload with minimal supervision.鈥 Experience working with Oregon Department of Corrections Information System (CIS).鈥 Experience working in a law enforcement environment or around justice involved clients.Other Qualifications:鈥 Possession of a Law Enforcement Data System (LEDS) Certification is required within sixty (60) days of employment.鈥 Possession of notary public certification is required within six (6) months of employment.*For Veterans qualified for Veteran's Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position.TYPICAL TASKSDuties may include but are not limited to the following:1. Performs a variety of moderately complex clerical duties and functions to promote and maintain effective program services and procedures; processes data from a variety of documents associated with department reports, provision of services, histories, and quantitative or personnel reports; may perform clerical duties or functions of a sensitive or confidential nature.2. Receives, transfers or refers calls to appropriate sources; provides basic program information and interpretation of office policies relating to department/division services; schedules appointments for adults on supervision with appropriate staff member(s); meets and greets the general public and/or adults on supervision and directs individuals to appropriate staff; may check in visitors for appointments; makes outgoing calls related to services or appointments; refers complex issues to appropriate staff member(s) for assistance.3. Processes transactions, computes or verifies data, fees, or payments; accurately transmits, screens, or conveys information using proper format, document, and procedures.4. Composes routine correspondence and proofreads/edits document for grammar, clarity, punctuation and spelling without altering author's intent; updates and maintains spreadsheets, databases, and reports; tracks and logs data for the department, division, and or employees; returns documents to originating person for editing or approval.5. Sorts, arranges, files, and maintains documents and records; reviews files for completeness and accuracy; updates and purges files according to department/division guidelines.6. Monitors and gathers information and data in accordance with program requirements; posts records and makes simple adjustments or corrections to records according to direction; may compile and maintain files of data and fiscal information; examines data for completeness and accuracy; corrects errors in basic math, names, addresses and other input data; interprets data for proper input to program formats; proofreads reports to verify accuracy of data input.7. Orders and maintains adequate office supplies; processes personnel, accounting and purchasing information and documents.8. Provides assistance scheduling and setting up conference rooms for meetings and events.9. Operates a variety of office equipment with high degree of accuracy, skill, and independent judgment.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLSKnowledge of: Modern office practices, procedures and techniques; basic English composition, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; arithmetic and general recordkeeping/bookkeeping processes.Working knowledge of: Office equipment, including computers and software programs.Skill to: Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; accurately and effectively perform the various assigned tasks and duties following general procedures and program policies; establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, adults on supervision and other staff in a courteous, professional manner; understand and effectively adhere to stated oral and written instructions, communications, and procedures; apply newly assigned procedures and practices to specific work assignments; type accurately and at an acceptable rate of speed; operate office equipment; provide backup services as needed; operate computer software.WORK SCHEDULEThis position works 40 hours during a standard workweek of Monday through Friday. Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for this position at the time an offer of employment is extended.This position is designated as on-site/in-person. It is expected that the selected candidate will perform duties at the specified on-site work location.EXPLORE CLACKAMAS COUNTYClackamas County is in a prime location in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area and is recognized nationally as one of the most livable areas in the United States. Located on the southern edge of the City of Portland and extending to the top of Mt. Hood, Clackamas County is part of a thriving region in the Northwest. It has a population of about 420,000 residents.http://www.clackamas.us/http://www.clackamas.us/onboarding/https://www.mthoodterritory.com/ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT鈥淎 Tradition of Service Since 1845.鈥 The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) mission is to provide public safety services to the people in Clackamas County so they can experience a safe and secure community. We will fulfill the mission through teamwork and partnerships, as reflected in our core values.ValuesCourageDedicationIntegrityProfessionalismRespectThe CCSO serves over 400,000 residents of the County with over 400 employees. As the County's largest law enforcement agency the Sheriff's Office patrols the unincorporated areas of the county as well as several cities that have contracted with CCSO to provide law enforcement for them. The CCSO has many specialized units such as canine, motorcycle patrol, the dive team, Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT), search and rescue, narcotics investigation (SIU), detectives and Corrections Emergency Response Team (CERT). The Sheriff's Office is also required by law to provide correctional facilities for the county and to offer support services to other agencies in the County, such as: the jail, parole and probation, transitional services, special units and occasionally personnel resources.The CCSO is committed to enhancing a diverse workforce through principles of active recruitment in the community, equal employment opportunity and positive human resource management. The Administration and staff of the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office adopts a philosophy and practice that we recognize the full potential of all employees, treating all persons with respect, fairness and impartiality.http://www.clackamas.us/sheriff/APPLICATION PROCESSClackamas County only accepts online applications.Help With Your Application:https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/6b3147a3-bf84-4f52-8238-64a37e936b4fhttps://www.clackamas.us/jobs#helpwiththeapplicationIf you have any questions or issues you may contact the Department of Human Resources at 503-655-8459 or mailto:jobs@co.clackamas.or.us?subject=Application%20Materials%20Question. Our office hours are Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time (closed on Fridays).HOW TO CLAIM VETERAN'S PREFERENCEhttps://www.clackamas.us/des/jobs.htmlhttps://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/a67ee11c-861c-4126-aa5a-4dec6174f6ebVISA SPONSORSHIPClackamas County does not offer visa sponsorships. Once a job applicant has accepted a position, they will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States prior to their first day.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYClackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date. You may request an accommodation during the online application process.RECRUITING QUESTIONS?Lindsay White, Recruitermailto:lindsaywhi@clackamas.us?subject=RECRUITMENT%20QUESTIONSTo apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6176113Copyright 漏2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.https://www.jobelephant.com/jeid-db7f968d65539c488af026ddb15a283f
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The online MSDM gives me the opportunity to expand my specialized knowledge and offer applicable expertise in the field, volunteering with my city鈥檚 Emergency Operations Center in regional training activities.