Catawba County Government Job Postings

Assistant County Attorney

personnel@catawbacountync.gov (Catawba County Personnel) — Fri, 3 Feb 2012 00:00:00 EST

Description: Catawba County, a great place to live and work, is recruiting an experienced and motivated attorney to join our team. This position works with the County Attorney to provide legal advice and consultation to County departments. Work involves taking appropriate legal action when necessary, court appearances, performing legal research and drafting contracts, policies and ordinances. Must be familiar with many laws that affect County government and agencies, North Carolina General Statutes, constitutional law, civil and criminal law. Prefer experience with contracts and personnel law. Ideal candidate will be able to work effectively with departments in a consultative and advisory role and be able to present options and give potential legal impacts to facilitate decision making. Sound judgment and excellent written and oral communication skills are critical to success in this position. REQUIRES: Graduation from an accredited school of law and five years of experience in the practice of law, preferably related to local government. Must possess valid license to practice law in the State of North Carolina. A valid Driver�s license is required. This is considered Light Work; requiring ability to lift up to 20 pounds.

Salary Range: $71,512.00 to Negotiable
Closes: Open Until Filled

Animal Services Manager

personnel@catawbacountync.gov (Catawba County Personnel) — Fri, 3 Feb 2012 00:00:00 EST

Description: Catawba County, a great place to live and work, is recruiting for a proactive manager with excellent communication and interpersonal skills to lead a progressive Animal Services Division. Located in the scenic foothills of North Carolina, Catawba County is a fast growing and diverse County with a population of 154,000 citizens who is known as a leader in technology and innovation. Animal Services is provided to the citizens of Catawba County under the Emergency Services Department. As the Animal Services Manager, you are responsible for managing animal shelter operations and animal control activities. Duties include planning and directing the activities of the animal shelter and the animal control program; ensure all state and county laws pertaining to animal welfare and animal control are enforced; budget preparation; staff training and supervision; receiving and responding to citizen requests for service; investigating cases of reported animal bites and cruelty to animals; explaining county and state laws and ordinances to the general public; preparing and maintaining accurate records and reports; and other related duties. This position is a full-time position with on-call duties. The successful candidate is: � An excellent and assertive communicator who uses facilitative and collaborative approaches in working with employees, other entities, and citizens. � A dynamic leader who continuously exemplifies and expects the provision of excellent animal services to the County�s citizens. � A proactive manager with significant experience in animal services as well as management to include leadership, budgeting, human resources, contracts, etc. and the ability to problem solve and analyze at a high level. REQUIRES: A four year degree in Veterinary Science, Business Management, or a related field and 3 years experience managing components of an animal services program, including 3 years of responsible supervisory experience; or a 2 year degree in Veterinary Science, Business Management, or a related field and 5 years experience managing components of an animal services program, including 3 years of responsible supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with the public and explain laws and ordinances. Valid NC Driver's license required. Prefer applicants with the following certifications: 1) Euthanization, 2) Rabies Vaccination, 3) Tranquilizer, and 4) National Animal Control Level I and Level II. This is considered Heavy Work; lifting in excess of 100 pounds occasionally and/or in excess of 50 pounds more frequently. The Animal Services Manager is required to live within Catawba County. Because of the nature of the position, regular and on call work is required during night hours and weekends.

Salary Range: $43,893.00 to $68,102.00
Closes: Open Until Filled

Hourly Human Resource Aide I

personnel@catawbacountync.gov (Catawba County Personnel) — Fri, 3 Feb 2012 00:00:00 EST

Description: Are you seeking part-time work? Would you like to work in a helping profession, interacting with a variety of people? Do you enjoy driving and have a good driving record? Catawba County Social Services is seeking an hourly, part-time Human Resource Aides to provide safe, prompt, and courteous transportation services for Medicaid eligible clients. Transportation is provided to medical appointments within and outside the county. Duties also include completing accurate day sheets, time sheets, and monthly reports and keeping county vehicles clean and properly maintained to provide a high degree of safety and customer service. This position is a part-time hourly position, with no benefits, working an average up to 19 hours or less per week. REQUIRES: Graduation from high school and the demonstrated ability to transport clients safely and efficiently; to follow written and verbal directions, read maps and record basic data; report observations to supervisor and perform required physical tasks. A valid NC Class C Driver�s License and a good driving record are required. Applicant must have a geographical knowledge of Catawba County. This is considered Medium work; lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Salary Range: $10.14 to Negotiable
Closes: Closes On 2012-02-10

Social Worker Supervisor III (Child Welfare-Family Builders)

personnel@catawbacountync.gov (Catawba County Personnel) — Fri, 3 Feb 2012 00:00:00 EST

Description: Catawba County Social Services is recruiting for a highly motivated and experienced individual to supervise and manage a professional staff of social workers that recruits, assesses, trains, licenses and supports resource (relatives/foster/adoptive) families. This position oversees preparing families and children for adoption, including finalizing adoptions. This involves planning, managing, coaching, directing, training, monitoring and evaluating the activities of staff to carry out the functions that build and support new families. Includes focus on kinship families to assure lifelong connections for children, and timely permanence. In addition to minimum education and experience requirements, the ideal candidate will possess: � Ability to self initiate, with strong organizational and multi-tasking skills � Excellent people skills, patience, and willingness to work with a variety of personalities � Strong computer skills � Capacity to learn and work quickly, and a strong will to learn and succeed � Analytical skills to read, interpret, and apply complex rules and regulations � Clinical skills that guide staff to make informed decisions for children in foster care � Strong verbal and written communication skills � Previous supervisory or management experience � Prefer experience with child welfare agency and/or systems What can we offer you? � Working with a dynamic team dedicated to providing excellent customer service � Interaction with a variety of people on a daily basis � A challenging environment where you can use your high level skills � A professional office environment � Job stability in a committed organization, with an attractive benefit package � A rewarding career, impacting the lives of others REQUIRES: Master�s degree from an accredited school of social work and two years of social work or counseling experience; or a bachelor�s degree from an accredited school of social work and three years of social work or counseling experience; or a master�s degree in a counseling field and three years of social work or counseling experience; or four-year degree in a human services field or related curriculum including at least 15 semester hours in courses related to social work or counseling and four years of social work or counseling experience; or graduation from a four-year college or university and five years of experience in rehabilitation counseling, pastoral counseling, or a related human services field providing experience in the techniques of casework, group work, or community organization; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. A valid Driver�s License is required. Need excellent time management, assessment, and leadership skills. Strongly prefer applicants who possess a MSW. Experience in advanced social work practice and/or social work supervision is preferred as well. This position is considered light work; lifting up to 20 pounds. Note: Internal employees transferring from any County department to either Public Health or Social Services will be required to serve a new probationary period.

Salary Range: $48,399.00 to $75,092.00
Closes: Closes On 2012-02-17

Teaching Parent

personnel@catawbacountync.gov (Catawba County Personnel) — Fri, 3 Feb 2012 00:00:00 EST

Description: Catawba County Social Services, an innovative entity with a supportive environment, is recruiting for a Teaching Parent in residential services. The Teaching Parent manages and delivers treatment services, by providing an appropriate adult role model in a therapeutic group home, to children who are in the custody of the Department of Social Services as well as children with a history of juvenile delinquency who are in the custody of their parents. This person is responsible for developing a secure and clean home environment in which youth can attain personal self-sufficiency in problem solving through interaction with the Teaching Parent Staff. Duties include development and implementation of weekly treatment plan for each youth using techniques of behavior management and behavior modification within the guidelines of the Teaching Family Model. This position also provides counseling to and for the youth regarding personal behavior, conflict resolution, situations crisis, and teaches social skills, self-care skills, home maintenance skills, problem solving skills and study habits. Consumers and/or families are involved in the treatment process. Responsibilities are carried out in a team approach in coordination with other group home staff members. Work schedule is rotated using a 7-day on/7-day off schedule. The work schedule includes time for a reasonable nights sleep. Bona fide sleep time during the duty periods are not compensable hours of work. (FLSA ref. Title 29, part 785.22) REQUIRES: Graduation from a four-year college or university, preferably with a degree in a human services field, and one year of experience performing similar duties and/or working with children similar to the ones in the group home plus professional Teaching Family Model Certification; OR high school graduation and three years of experience performing similar duties and/or working with children similar to the ones in the group home plus professional Teaching Family Model Certification; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience plus professional Teaching Family Model Certification. Applicants must possess the Teaching Family Model Certification in order to be fully qualified. However, trainees may be accepted. (Trainee salary is $32,682.) A valid Driver�s license is required. This is considered light work; no lifting over 20 pounds. Special Requirements: Employee must accept sleep time exclusion agreement. Note: Internal employees transferring from any County department to either Public Health or Social Services will be required to serve a new probationary period.

Salary Range: $34,402.00 to $53,351.00
Closes: Closes On 2012-02-17

Community Health Analyst

personnel@catawbacountync.gov (Catawba County Personnel) — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:00:00 EST

Description: Catawba County Public Health is recruiting a highly motivated, enthusiastic Community Health Analyst to conduct program planning, evaluation, research, data collection/analysis, and community assessment duties related to the agency�s Health Promotion and Catawba County Health Partners initiatives. This position will also be responsible for implementing related Health Promotion and Catawba County Health Partners projects and activities. While this position is part of the Health Promotion team, it performs little to no direct public health education. REQUIRES: A Master�s degree in public health education in public health with a major in public health education; or a Master�s degree in public health, sociology, business or a related field and one year experience in public health education or a related field; or a four year degree in health education and two years experience in public health education or a related field; or a four year degree in public health, sociology, business, or a related field and three years experience in public health education or a related field; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. The applicant chosen for the position must have exceptional verbal and written communication skills; experience with public health program planning, research, data collection/analysis, and evaluation; and knowledge of health education/health promotion practices. Prefer applicants with experience working with coalitions and grants. A valid Driver�s license is required. This position is considered light to medium work; lifting up to 20 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally. Note: Internal employees transferring from any County department to either Public Health or Social Services will be required to serve a new probationary period.

Salary Range: $34,402.00 to $53,352.00
Closes: Open Until Filled

Applications Specialist

personnel@catawbacountync.gov (Catawba County Personnel) — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:00:00 EST

Description: Software Support, Updating Web Sites, Clerical Duties � Are you a pleasant, multi-tasking, customer service oriented individual who enjoys learning new things and working with others in a fast paced technology support environment? As the Applications Specialist, you will provide front line software support for Countywide applications, gather specific information, maintain departmental databases, develop and generate reports, provide technical design for departments as requested (i.e. brochures, flyers, etc.), assist with maintaining existing websites, and provide developmental support and clerical duties. Position requires strong organization and communications/interpersonal skills. REQUIRES: Graduation from a four year college or university with a degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field; or a two year degree and two years computer or information development experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. This is considered light work; lifting up to 20 lbs.

Salary Range: $36,115.00 to Negotiable
Closes: Closes On 2012-02-10

Home Health Nurse

personnel@catawbacountync.gov (Catawba County Personnel) — Fri, 9 Dec 2011 00:00:00 EST

Description: Are you a nurse who does your best work independently, but still enjoys working in a team collaborative environment and family atmosphere? Do you want to use high level clinical nursing skills to work directly with diverse individuals with a variety of medical conditions in a non-clinic/non-hospital setting? If so, this might just be the job for which you have been looking. Catawba County Home Health is recruiting a Home Health Nurse skilled in caring for multi-systemic conditions, with excellent critical thinking and organizational skills, and experience working independently. The ability to provide excellent continuity of care for home health patients is highly valued. The reward of seeing the progress of patients throughout their stay with Home Health is something you don�t often get to see in hospital nursing. As a Home Health Nurse, you will complete nursing assessments, provide nursing services, teach and council patients and family concerning nursing care, coordinate patient care, provide case management, and confer with physicians and other team members such as therapists, home health aides, social workers to ensure continuity of care. In addition to minimum education & experience requirements, the ideal candidate will possess: � Previous experience in home health/case management � Ability to work independently � High level critical thinking and problem solving skills � Strong organization skills � OASIS documentation experience � Knowledge and experience using Careanyware software What can we offer you? � Provision of excellent customer services in a family atmosphere � Ability to work autonomously � Flexible Schedules � Weekends and Holidays off � No on call duties � Excellent benefits package and job stability REQUIRES: Graduation from a four year college or university with a BS Degree in Nursing which includes a Public Health Nursing rotation and two years of Home Health/Public Health Nursing experience; or graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing and three years of professional nursing experience including two years in home health/public health; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Two years of experience in an intensive care or ER setting can be substituted for one year of Home Health/Public Health experience. Valid Driver�s License is required. Bilingual skills, fluent in Spanish and English, preferred. This is considered heavy work; lifting up to 50 pounds frequently and 100 pounds occasionally. Note: Internal employees transferring from any County department to either Public Health or Social Services will be required to serve a new probationary period.

Salary Range: $46,087.00 to $71,512.00
Closes: Open Until Filled

Public Health Nurse

personnel@catawbacountync.gov (Catawba County Personnel) — Fri, 2 Dec 2011 00:00:00 EST

Description: As a nurse, would you like to make a direct difference in the lives of newborns and children? Are you an energetic nurse with lots of self initiative who can communicate with a diverse population, advocating for children and their families? Catawba County Public Health, leading the way to a healthier community through innovative programming and compassionate employees, is looking for a highly motivated Public Health Nurse to provide case coordination for children. In this position, you will: 1) identify and track young children birth to five who have special health care needs, are in foster care, or who are exposed to toxic stress in early childhood; 2) provide education and developmental information to families of at risk children; and 3) coordinate with community agencies that offer support for families with children with special needs; and 4) provide Newborn Postpartum home visits. You will work with a wide span of people and professionals and must be able to relate and communicate with people on all levels. This position will face many problems that can affect service delivery, family dynamics, and agencies. You must be able to look at each problem, break multiple problems into small workable sections, and prioritize and plan a solution. Ability to listen, observe, and assess situations, and be proactive instead of reactive is critical in this position. You must be able to advocate for children and families by articulating a child's/family's needs and wishes, often being persistent in assisting families to meet their needs and persuading a "resource" to provide the needed service. Applicants with bilingual skills (English/Spanish) are encouraged to apply. Extra duty pay offered for bilingual skills. In addition to minimum education and experience requirements, the ideal candidate will have the following: � Nursing experience with children birth to 5 � Excellent communication and interpersonal skills while working well within a team � Ability to work independently, with a high level of responsibility � Strong organizational skills � Knowledge of available medical and community resources Does this still sound good to you? Then see what else we can offer you: � A chance to make a direct impact in the lives of children � Ability to work autonomously, but in collaborative environment � No regularly scheduled weekend work � Flexibility � Excellent benefits package and job stability REQUIRES: Graduation from a four-year college or university with a B.S. Degree in Nursing which includes a Public Health Nursing rotation and one year of experience in Public Health Nursing experience; or graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing and two years of professional nursing experience including one year in public health; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Two years of Neonatal/Pediatric or Critical Care nursing experience can be substituted for one year of Public Health experience. Must be licensed by the N.C. Board of Nursing as an RN. A valid Driver�s license is required. Applicants with bilingual skills (English-Spanish) are preferred. This is considered Light Work, requiring ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 20 pounds. Note: Internal employees transferring from any County department to either Public Health or Social Services will be required to serve a new probationary period.

Salary Range: $43,894.00 to Negotiable
Closes: Open Until Filled