Community Service Crew Leader - Part-Time - Courts Community Service - Public Safety

THIS IS A PART-TIME POSITION. THIS POSITION REQUIRES WORK ON THE WEEKENDS. Under general supervision, oversees, coordinates, and supervises offenders assigned to perform community service work in the area of litter control and roadside beautification maintenance. Description THIS IS A PART-TIME POSITION. THIS POSITION REQUIRES WORK ON THE WEEKENDS. Under general supervision, oversees, coordinates, and supervises offenders assigned to perform community service work in the area of litter control and roadside beautification maintenance. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, physical requirements, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.) Tasks Transports and oversees offenders assigned to community service; provides training and oversight to new community service crew leaders; checks vehicle prior to departure; takes appropriate steps to ready vehicle for use; transports passengers to work site; sets up appropriate roadside warning devices; provides safety and work equipment to workers; provides instruction and oversight to workers; reviews work completed; provides assistance and direction to complete work assignments. Provides training and support related to the safe operation of vehicles and equipment. Monitors equipment and supply needs and usage; works at times outside the traditional work schedule. Occasionally will determine physical ability to perform work required by offenders. Performs other related duties as assigned including but not limited to supervision of offenders on worksites such as the program office for grounds keeping, building cleaning or light maintenance. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, And Other Characteristics Knowledge of Hamilton County policies and procedures. Knowledge of the basic principles and practices of supervision. Knowledge of the basic principles of record keeping. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with employees, community service workers, and the public. Skill in communicating and producing daily reports. Skill in organizing and coordinating those supervised to accomplish program goals and objectives. Skill effectively communicating in both oral and written form. Ability to supervise others performing community service. Minimum Qualifications The equivalent of a high school diploma and a valid driver’s license. Additional Requirements A valid driver’s license with "F" endorsement (or the equivalent from your state of residence) is required at the time of hire or must be obtained within three (3) months of date of hire. Must be able to drive a 15-passenger van. This classification requires the applicant to possess at the time of hire or obtain first aid and CPR certifications within three (3) months of date of hire. First aid and CPR certifications are offered by the County at no cost to the employee. Defensive driving certification is required at time of hire or must be obtained within three (3) months of date of hire. The defensive driving course is offered by the County at no cost to the employee. Prior to operating a County-owned vehicle, all employees are required to complete the HC Defensive Driving course and/or an Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) provided at the department level. Safety Sensitive This position has been identified as "safety sensitive" under the definition of 49 CFR Part 40-Department of Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Policy. This position will be subject to drug and alcohol testing for the following: 1) post offer pre-employment 2) when there is reasonable cause 3) after an on-the-job accident or contributing to an accident 4) on a random basis 5) prior to return to duty after suspension and/or 6) as follow-up. This is additional and also subject to the Rules and Regulations of The Employee Handbook. Preferred Qualifications Bilingual (English/Spanish) Preferred - Applicants who are proficient in both English and Spanish are preferred, but not required, for this position. A test will be required. Physical Requirements Work involves the potential for bodily harm, and potential exposure to toxic chemicals, solvents and to infectious diseases. Additional Information This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Any overtime hours offered in this position are not guaranteed, are an estimate, and are subject to change. All positions within Hamilton County Government are considered work in-person and require regular and punctual attendance. All positions within Hamilton County Government may require work on Holidays or weekends. Additionally, irregular hours and shift work may be required, including possible extension of shift hours, at times with short notice. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Hamilton County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services. A copy of Hamilton County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (EEOP) & Utilization Report is available on the County’s Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Office home page. #J-18808-Ljbffr