County of Colusa

The County of Colusa, nestled in the heart of the Sacramento Valley approximately 60 miles north of Sacramento and 100 miles northeast of the San Francisco Bay Area, is a vibrant community rich in history and tradition and, offering a wonderful environment in which to live, work and play.  The County, with approximately 22,000 residents, includes two incorporated cities; Colusa, which is the county seat, and Williams.  The local economy is largely agriculturally based producing crops valued at more than $900 million each year and exporting farm commodities throughout the United States and to about seventy countries worldwide. 

County government business is still conducted within the antebellum court house which was built in 1861 and has operated continuously ever since. The County’s    annual General Fund budget is roughly $28 million; the total budget is about $78 million.  The workforce is comprised of  approximately 350 full-time equivalent positions that are assigned to five represented bargaining units. 

Colusa County also offers many diverse outdoor recreational opportunities and is considered to be a sportsman’s paradise. The Sacramento River meanders through the County.  Portions of five national protected areas are located within the county: Butte Sink Wildlife Refuge; Colusa National Wildlife Refuge; Delevan National Wildlife Refuge; Mendocino National Forest and; Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge. Recreational opportunities such as hiking, bird watching, camping and water sports abound. The Sacramento River and local lakes, offer world class fishing
 

 

 

6 job(s) at County of Colusa

COLUSA COUNTY, CA Colusa, California, United States
Sep 18, 2024
Full Time
Definition & Distinguishing Characteristics Have you always had a passion for helping others? Do you enjoy being actively involved in helping families achieve positive outcomes that make their lives better? Then Colusa County Department of Health and Human Services is the place for you! We are the largest Department in the County, with over 80 staff. Our agency works with Colusa County residents in administering social services programs including Cal Works, Cal-Fresh, Medi-Cal, In-home Supportive Services (IHSS), Adult and Children’s Services, Public Health and Housing. We have a strong leadership team who provide ongoing support for daily operations and assist our employees in reaching their full potential. If you're interested, check out the job description HERE. This recruitment is currently open to Colusa County employees only, external candidates may be considered after September 21, 2024. There is one position available. This recruitment will be used to fill a current vacancy and establish an eligibility list to fill other openings without reposting. What's this Job All About? This position will be in the housing unit. You will work with customers to navigate the complex issues surrounding housing. By taking a housing first, customer centered approach we work to identify and overcome barriers to establishing safe and stable housing. Case Managers work collaboratively with community and county agencies to link customers with resources to achieve their housing goals. At the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), we work a 37.5 full-time work week, with the option of a flex-schedule. Also, the County is currently exploring remote work options of 1-2 days per week ( depending on position, performance & workload ). This allows our staff to find a work-life balance that best fits their needs. Culture is at Our Core Working for Colusa County offers a unique work lifestyle that blends professional fulfillment with the tranquility of working in a rural and beautiful environment. Our county agencies take pride in our ability to work as a team. We have a collaborative and positive work environment where everyone has something to contribute, and everyone matters! Our staff enjoy coming to work, where every day is different, and they have the opportunity to impact members of our community by providing excellent customer service and access to available services. How do we make a difference? Department of Health & Human Services employees are dedicated to serving Colusa County residents by offering services that improve their health, promote their well-being, and help them become productive and independent contributors to our community. What are the benefits? A beautiful, safe community in which to work and serve. A caring, empathetic, & fun work family that you will be welcomed into - where we work hard, but play hard, too! A job with WORK-LIFE BALANCE Competitive salary commensurate with education & experience A LIFETIME PAYCHECK (3% @ 60 for Classic Members and 2% @ 62 for New Members)- As long as you work for 5 years and vest in the CalPERS system, you will receive a retirement paycheck for the rest of your life. Amazing health care BENEFITS at NO COST to you - Unless you choose a premium health care plan. Authentically kind and engaged leadership who truly enjoy developing staff. Deferred Compensation. PAID vacation, PAID holidays off, and PAID leave if you get sick. Vacation Parity - Previous service with a public agency counts towards vacation accrual at Colusa County. A public agency includes cities, counties, districts, military and similar entities. To learn more about vacation parity please see our benefit summary. COLUSA COUNTY CARES: NURTURING HEALTH, EMPOWERING LIVES! Supervision & Examples of Duties SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general supervision from the assigned supervisor. Qualifications Experience and Training Guidelines -any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Four years’ experience working with the client population in either mental health or social services. Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in mental health or social services. License or Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid driver’s license. Supplemental Information The salary range above consists of 15 steps. Steps 1-6 are annual merit steps with approximately 5% difference between each step, based on successful performance. Steps 7-15 are additional merit steps, requiring 2 years of satisfactory performance at the previous step. Steps 7-14 provide 2.5% increases, while Step 15 offers a 5% increase. The final salary offered will depend on the applicant's experience and qualifications, ranging from steps 1 to 15. Colusa County offers an excellent benefit package. For a summary of benefits, please click here: 2024 Benefit Summary Closing Date/Time: 9/21/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
COLUSA COUNTY, CA Colusa, California, United States
Sep 14, 2024
Full Time
Definition & Distinguishing Characteristics Have you always had a passion for helping others? Do you enjoy being actively involved in helping people achieve positive outcomes that make their lives better? As a Health Program Specialist I/II at Colusa County, you will play a vital role in advancing our mission to create a healthy and informed community. We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable individual who is passionate about improving health outcomes and promoting wellness within our community! If this resonates with you, then Colusa County Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is the place for you! We are the largest Department in the County, with over 80 staff. Our agency works with Colusa County residents in administering social services programs including Cal Works, Cal-Fresh, Medi-Cal, In-home Supportive Services (IHSS), Adult and Children’s Services, Public Health and Housing. We have a strong leadership team who provide ongoing support for daily operations and assist our employees in reaching their full potential. To learn more, check out the job description page HERE. There is one position available that can be filled at any level depending on the qualifications of the successful applicant. This recruitment will be used to fill a current vacancy and establish an eligibility list to fill other openings without reposting. What's this Job All About? This role encompasses involvement in Public Health programs including but not limited to: Emergency Preparedness, Tobacco Education, Home Visiting, Maternal Child Health, Oral Health or Senior Nutrition. These exciting programs cover a range of crucial public health functions and provide unique training opportunities. If you enjoy a faster pace job with opportunities for professional development, this position is an excellent fit. At the Department of Health and Human Services, we work a 37.5 full-time work week, with the option of a flex-schedule. Also, the County is currently exploring remote work options of 1-2 days per week ( depending on position, performance & workload ). This allows our staff to find a work-life balance that best fits their needs. Embracing the Colusa County Work Culture: Working for Colusa County offers a unique work lifestyle that blends professional fulfillment with the tranquility of working in a rural and beautiful environment. Our county agencies take pride in our ability to work as a team. We have a collaborative and positive work environment where everyone has something to contribute, and everyone matters! Our staff enjoy coming to work, where every day is different, and they have the opportunity to impact members of our community by providing excellent customer service and access to available services. How do we make a differe nce? Department of Health & Human Services employees are dedicated to serving Colusa County residents by offering services that improve their health, promote their well-being, and help them become productive and independent contributors to our community. What are the benefits? A beautiful, safe community in which to work and serve. A caring, empathetic, & fun work family that you will be welcomed into. A job with WORK-LIFE BALANCE Competitive salary commensurate with education & experience A LIFETIME PAYCHECK (3% @ 60 for Classic Members and 2% @ 62 for New Members) - As long as you work for 5 years and vest in the CalPERS system, you will receive a retirement paycheck for the rest of your life. Amazing health care BENEFITS at NO COST to you - Unless you choose a premium health care plan. Authentically kind and engaged leadership who truly enjoy developing staff. 457 Deferred Compensation. PAID vacation, PAID holidays (13), and PAID leave if you get sick. Vacation Parity - Previous service with a public agency counts towards vacation accrual at Colusa County. A public agency includes cities, counties, districts, military and similar entities. To learn more about vacation parity please see our benefit summary. COME WORK FOR THE COUNTY OF COLUSA: WE’RE WAITING FOR YOU! Supervision & Examples of Duties HPS I/II: Receives direction from the Health Program Specialist Supervisor. May exercise functional and technical supervision over less experienced staff. Qualifications Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: HPS I: Experience: This is an entry level position. Training: Equivalent to completion of core course work from an accredited four (4) year college or university in public health, community health education or a closely related field. HPS II: Experience: The equivalent of one (1) year experience as a Health Program Specialist I. Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public health, health education or a closely related field. Both Levels: License or Certificate : Possession of an appropriate, valid California driver’s license. Supplemental Information Based on a 37.5 work week Health Program Specialist I: $3,988 - $6,542 Health Program Specialist II: $4,404 - $7,223 The salary range above consists of 15 steps. Steps 1-6 are annual merit steps with approximately 5% difference between each step, based on successful performance. Steps 7-15 are additional merit steps, requiring 2 years of satisfactory performance at the previous step. Steps 7-14 provide 2.5% increases, while Step 15 offers a 5% increase. The final salary offered will depend on the applicant's experience and qualifications, ranging from steps 1 to 15. Colusa County offers an excellent benefit package. For a summary of benefits, please click here: 2024 Benefit Summary Closing Date/Time: 9/20/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
COLUSA COUNTY, CA Colusa, California, United States
Jul 20, 2024
Full Time
Definition & Distinguishing Characteristics Colusa County is actively seeking qualified individuals to fill existing vacancies and create an eligibility list for the Deputy Sheriff position. Deputy Sheriffs are responsible for a diverse range of patrol officer duties, addressing various peace-related situations. This includes safeguarding life and property, enforcing laws and ordinances, conducting criminal investigations, preparing reports, engaging in crime prevention and suppression, testifying in court, and providing information and assistance to the public. Assignments may involve specific geographic areas for patrol, investigations, crime prevention, or other peace officer-related functions. To learn more about this position, please click on the job description: HERE . Who this the Ideal Candidate? We are seeking dedicated, public service minded individuals to join our team in this honorable position. The ideal candidate serves as a department representative, upholding department policies and procedures, while fostering a safe working environment and maintaining command presence. Selection Procedure - The following is a tentative schedule of event that will occur as part of the selection process: Applications are accepted on a continuous basis. Screening for minimum qualifications. Interviews. Background Investigation and Psychological Exam. Medical Exam. The selection process steps may change with or without notice. This recruitment will be used to fill current vacancies and establish an eligibility list to fill future openings without reposting. In addition to the salary, up to 10% in additional compensation for P.O.S.T. and Educational Incentives*: 2.5% Intermediate POST Certificate OR , 5.0% Advanced POST Certificate Educational Incentive Pay (for degrees that benefit the Department and County): 2.5% Associates Degree - AA/AS OR , 5% Bachelor’s Degree - BA/BS * Based on the employee’s base rate of pay but shall not include any other compensation. What are the benefits? A beautiful, safe community in which to work and serve. Dedicated and fun work family that you will be welcomed into. A job with WORK-LIFE BALANCE. A LIFETIME PAYCHECK (3% @ 50 for Classic Members or 2.5% @ 57 for New Members) - As long as you work for 5 years and vest in the CalPERS system, you will receive a retirement paycheck for the rest of your life. Amazing health care BENEFITS at NO COST to you - Unless you choose a premium health care plan. Authentically kind and engaged leadership who truly enjoy developing staff. Deferred Compensation. PAID vacation, PAID holidays off, and PAID leave if you get sick. Vacation Parity - Previous service with a public agency counts towards vacation accrual at Colusa County. A public agency includes cities, counties, districts, military and similar entities. To learn more about vacation parity please see our benefit summary. Supervision & Examples of Duties Receives general supervision from higher level sworn staff. Qualifications Any combination equivalent to experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: One year of law enforcement experience is desirable. Training: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade. Current enrollment in a California Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Basic Academy, OR satisfactory completion of a P.O.S.T. Basic Academy (for entry-level applicants), OR possession of a Basic Certificate (for lateral applicants). License or Certificate: Possession of or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid driver’s license. Other: Pursuant to Government Code Section 1031(a): Be l egally authorized to work in the United States by federal law. Supplemental Information The salary range above consists of 15 steps. Steps 1-6 are annual merit steps with approximately 5% difference between each step, based on successful performance. Steps 7-15 are additional merit steps, requiring 2 years of satisfactory performance at the previous step. Steps 7-14 provide 2.5% increases, while Step 15 offers a 5% increase. The final salary offered will depend on the applicant's experience and qualifications, ranging from steps 1 to 15. Colusa County offers an excellent benefit package. For a summary of benefits, please click here: 2024 Benefit Summary Closing Date/Time: Continuous
COLUSA COUNTY, CA Stonyford, California, United States
Jul 14, 2024
Full Time
Definition & Distinguishing Characteristics ABOUT THE POSITION The County of Colusa is recruiting for a Resident Deputy Sheriff to perform a variety of responsible law enforcement and crime prevention work; and to patrol assigned areas, answer calls and complaints, and investigate crimes. This assignment is in the community of Stonyford. T o learn more about this position, please click on the job description: HERE . Selection Procedure. The following is a tentative schedule of event that will occur as part of the selection process: Applications are accepted on a continuous basis. Screening for minimum qualifications Interviews Background Investigation and Psychological Exam Medical Exam The selection process steps may change with or without notice. This recruitment will be used to fill a current vacancy and establish an eligibility list to fill future openings without reposting. In addition to the salary, 10% residential pay that is not included in the stated salary and up to 10% in additional compensation for P.O.S.T. and Educational Incentives*: *Based on the employee's base rate or pay but shall not include any other compensation. 2.5% Intermediate POST Certificate OR , 5.0% Advanced POST Certificate Educational Incentive Pay (for degrees that benefit the Department and County): 2.5% Associates Degree-AA/AS OR , 5% Bachelor’s Degree-BA/BS What are the benefits? A beautiful, safe community in which to work and serve. Dedicated and fun work family that you will be welcomed into. A job with WORK-LIFE BALANCE. A LIFETIME PAYCHECK (3% @ 50 for Classic Members or 2.5% @ 57 for New Members) - As long as you work for 5 years and vest in the CalPERS system, you will receive a retirement paycheck for the rest of your life. Amazing health care BENEFITS at NO COST to you - Unless you choose a premium health care plan. Authentically kind and engaged leadership who truly enjoy developing staff. Deferred Compensation. PAID vacation, PAID holidays off, and PAID leave if you get sick. Vacation Parity - Previous service with a public agency counts towards vacation accrual at Colusa County. A public agency includes cities, counties, districts, military and similar entities. To learn more about vacation parity please see our benefit summary. Supervision & Examples of Duties Receives general supervision from higher level sworn staff. Qualifications Any combination equivalent to experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: One year of law enforcement experience is desirable. Training: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade. Current enrollment in a California Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Basic Academy, OR satisfactory completion of a P.O.S.T. Basic Academy (for entry-level applicants), OR possession of a Basic Certificate (for lateral applicants). License or Certificate: Possession of or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid driver’s license. Other: Pursuant to Government Code Section 1031(a): Be l egally authorized to work in the United States by federal law. Supplemental Information The salary range above consists of 15 steps. Steps 1-6 are annual merit steps with approximately 5% difference between each step, based on successful performance. Steps 7-15 are additional merit steps, requiring 2 years of satisfactory performance at the previous step. Steps 7-14 provide 2.5% increases, while Step 15 offers a 5% increase. The final salary offered will depend on the applicant's experience and qualifications, ranging from steps 1 to 15. Colusa County offers an excellent benefit package. For a summary of benefits, please click here: 2024 Benefit Summary Closing Date/Time: Continuous
COLUSA COUNTY, CA Colusa, California, United States
Jul 14, 2024
Definition & Distinguishing Characteristics This is a volunteer position wherein an individual may be interested in volunteering as a way of giving back to the community. In some cases, unpaid internship opportunities may exist for individuals wishing to gain on the job experience for a limited duration. Neither the volunteer nor the unpaid intern receive compensation or benefits. Please fill out the supplemental form with your application which will allow you to identify the Department(s) that you would be interested in volunteering with. Supervision & Examples of Duties Duties will vary by department and the nature of the volunteer/unpaid intern activities. Qualifications Will vary. This position is not eligible for benefits.