Protective Services Specialist IV
Workplace Alaska
This individual position is EXEMPT from the hiring restrictions.
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
This position is open to Alaska Residents only.
Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.
TO OUR APPLICANTS To better understand the work of a Protective Services Specialist, please view the videos at the links provided below, prior to applying for the position. https://vimeo.com/97872205 https://vimeo.com/44692712
The Office of Children's Services, Northern Region Office is recruiting for a
Children's Protective Services Specialist Supervisor (PSS IV) for the
Barrow Field Office.
The Alaska Office of Children's Services is contributing every day to the protection, health and well-being of Alaskans and their families - If you are interested in joining us in our mission, take a moment to view our new recruitment video and visit our website to get a better understanding of what it is like to work for our office.
This incumbent will be the direct Supervisor for the Barrow Children's Services staff. This supervisor is responsible for training, guidance, and supervision of staff in the performance of their duties and effective coordination with other agencies in the Barrow area for delivery of services to clients.
Please respond in your cover letter; how your knowledge, skills, abilities and experience relate to the following major duties of this position: Supervision of case workers and social services associate Assignment, review, and consultation of cases Administrative functions Personnel management, including: hiring, training, and corrective action with employees Participate in rotating standby roster with other supervisors and staff to provide after-hours emergency on-call responses to alleged child abuse and neglect situations. Serving as a community liaison with other agencies, and be a resource within the office and the community
The successful candidate will have strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written) along with demonstrated organizational and computer skills. Please note the following: Relocation costs are not provided by the State of Alaska for this job class. For some positions in this job class, a child protective history check will be performed per AS 12.62.160 and/or 13 AAC 68.315. The successful candidate will be required, expenses paid, to attend trainings and meetings in Anchorage and/or Fairbanks. As a requirement of these positions, the selected candidates must have a valid Alaska Driver's License or be able to obtain one within thirty (30) days of hire. All positions require a valid Alaska driver's license and successful completion of a background investigation, including fingerprinting and a criminal records check.
For more information regarding the Barrow area, please review the following links: Barrow/North Slope Newspaper: http://www.thearcticsounder.com/ City of Utqiagvik (Barrow): http://www.utqiagvik.us/ North Slope Borough: http://www.north-slope.org/ Things to do in Utqiagvik (Barrow): http://www.tundratoursinc.com/things-to-do#gref
If you feel you embody the strengths and abilities to complete these duties, then we want to hear from you!
To view the general description and example duties for an
Protective Services Specialist IV please go to the following link:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/ classspecs
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a major in a social, behavioral or health science, law or a related field;
AND EITHER
One year of advanced-level professional experience in child, adult, family, or group social work. This is met by experience as a Protective Services Specialist III with the State of Alaska, or the equivalent elsewhere.
OR
Three years of full-proficiency level professional experience in child, adult, family, or group social work or licensing experience where the required experience is met by service as a Protective Services Specialist II or Community Care Licensing Specialist I with the State of Alaska, or the equivalent elsewhere;
OR
Two years of advanced/lead and/or supervisory level experience in child, adult, family, or group case management and/or probation work. This may be met by any combination of experience as an Adult Probation Officer III, Juvenile Probation Officer III or Investigator III with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere;
OR
Three years of full proficiency experience in child, adult, family, or group case management and/or probation work. This may be met by any combination of experience as an Adult Probation Officer II, Adult Probation Officer II ASAP, Juvenile Probation Officer II or Investigator II with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere.
Substitution:
Four years of any combination of postsecondary education (3 semester/ 4 quarter hours equal 1 month of experience) in a social, behavioral or health science, law or a related field and/or technical experience (at any level) providing assistance, information or referrals to the public related to social services, health care or legal services may substitute for the bachelor's degree.
Special Note:
Some positions require a valid Alaska driver's license and/or a background investigation including fingerprinting. These requirements will be indicated at the time of recruitment.
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED INFORMATION:
At time of application, applicant must attach the following items. (If unable to attach, please fax or e-mail the items to the contact listed below prior to the closing date of this recruitment).
NOTE: Omission of required documentation listed below will result in an incomplete application and you will not receive further consideration .
A copy of academic transcripts , to verify post-secondary education used to meet the minimum qualifications. Transcripts are required with each application. (Unofficial are okay, please ensure that the institution name is listed on the transcripts).
Cover letter
At the time of the interview applicant must submit:
A copy of your most recent performance appraisals. If unavailable, two (2) documented supervisor letters of reference may be substituted.
A list of three (3) professional references, which include daytime telephone numbers; at least one (1) of these must be from a current or former supervisor. Please read the below information carefully. This applies to your application submission.
COVER LETTER
A cover letter is required. Please attach it as a separate document for this position. The cover letter should highlight your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience as they pertain to the major duties listed in the job description above. Please attach the cover letter to your application before submitting it online or, if unable to attach to your application, fax it to the contact number provided in the job posting, prior to the closing of this recruitment. The cover letter will be used to help determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process . Omission of required documentation listed will result in an incomplete application and you will not receive further consideration.
EDUCATION
To verify education to meet the required minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. When a degree has not been received, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials for this position. Transcripts must be attached at the time of application. Omission of required documentation listed will result in an incomplete application and you will not receive further consideration.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. The State of Alaska does not provide VISA Employer sponsorships. Omission of required documentation listed will result in an incomplete application and you will not receive further consideration.
WORK EXPERIENCE
When using work experience not already documented in your application, please provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. Work experience needed to meet the minimum qualifications must be documented in the application. A resume will not be used to determine that minimum qualifications have been met for the position in which you are applying. If the application does not support minimum qualifications, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
NOTE: Attaching a resume is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
The State of Alaska does not provide VISA Employer sponsorships
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT
This position is open to Alaska Residents only. Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.
MULTIPLE VACANCIES
This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.
APPLICATION NOTICE
You can ONLY apply for this position through the Workplace Alaska website or via hardcopy application. If you accessed this recruitment bulletin through a job search portal such as ALEXsys or any other database, you MUST use a Workplace Alaska online or hardcopy application to successfully apply. Instructions on how to apply with Workplace Alaska may be found on the Workplace Alaska "How to Apply" webpage, found here: http://doa.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/howtoapply/
NOTICE
Questions regarding the application process can be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465- 4095. If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the 'govermentjobs.com' domains. For information on allowing emails from the 'governmentjobs.com' domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at https://www.governmentjobs.com/js_lostpswd.cfm&topheader=alaska.
EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or 465-4095 in Juneau or (907) 465-3412 (TTY) or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P. O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE
Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to:
recruitment.services@alaska.gov
For applicant password assistance please visit:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/js_lostpswd.cfm?&topheader=alaska
For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:
Name: Sonja Zastrow, Administrative Officer II
Phone: (907) 451-5078
Fax: (907) 451 - 5080
Email: Sonja.Zastrow@Alaska.gov
Workplace Alaska
This individual position is EXEMPT from the hiring restrictions.
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
This position is open to Alaska Residents only.
Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.
TO OUR APPLICANTS To better understand the work of a Protective Services Specialist, please view the videos at the links provided below, prior to applying for the position. https://vimeo.com/97872205 https://vimeo.com/44692712
The Office of Children's Services, Northern Region Office is recruiting for a
Children's Protective Services Specialist Supervisor (PSS IV) for the
Barrow Field Office.
The Alaska Office of Children's Services is contributing every day to the protection, health and well-being of Alaskans and their families - If you are interested in joining us in our mission, take a moment to view our new recruitment video and visit our website to get a better understanding of what it is like to work for our office.
This incumbent will be the direct Supervisor for the Barrow Children's Services staff. This supervisor is responsible for training, guidance, and supervision of staff in the performance of their duties and effective coordination with other agencies in the Barrow area for delivery of services to clients.
Please respond in your cover letter; how your knowledge, skills, abilities and experience relate to the following major duties of this position: Supervision of case workers and social services associate Assignment, review, and consultation of cases Administrative functions Personnel management, including: hiring, training, and corrective action with employees Participate in rotating standby roster with other supervisors and staff to provide after-hours emergency on-call responses to alleged child abuse and neglect situations. Serving as a community liaison with other agencies, and be a resource within the office and the community
The successful candidate will have strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written) along with demonstrated organizational and computer skills. Please note the following: Relocation costs are not provided by the State of Alaska for this job class. For some positions in this job class, a child protective history check will be performed per AS 12.62.160 and/or 13 AAC 68.315. The successful candidate will be required, expenses paid, to attend trainings and meetings in Anchorage and/or Fairbanks. As a requirement of these positions, the selected candidates must have a valid Alaska Driver's License or be able to obtain one within thirty (30) days of hire. All positions require a valid Alaska driver's license and successful completion of a background investigation, including fingerprinting and a criminal records check.
For more information regarding the Barrow area, please review the following links: Barrow/North Slope Newspaper: http://www.thearcticsounder.com/ City of Utqiagvik (Barrow): http://www.utqiagvik.us/ North Slope Borough: http://www.north-slope.org/ Things to do in Utqiagvik (Barrow): http://www.tundratoursinc.com/things-to-do#gref
If you feel you embody the strengths and abilities to complete these duties, then we want to hear from you!
To view the general description and example duties for an
Protective Services Specialist IV please go to the following link:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/ classspecs
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a major in a social, behavioral or health science, law or a related field;
AND EITHER
One year of advanced-level professional experience in child, adult, family, or group social work. This is met by experience as a Protective Services Specialist III with the State of Alaska, or the equivalent elsewhere.
OR
Three years of full-proficiency level professional experience in child, adult, family, or group social work or licensing experience where the required experience is met by service as a Protective Services Specialist II or Community Care Licensing Specialist I with the State of Alaska, or the equivalent elsewhere;
OR
Two years of advanced/lead and/or supervisory level experience in child, adult, family, or group case management and/or probation work. This may be met by any combination of experience as an Adult Probation Officer III, Juvenile Probation Officer III or Investigator III with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere;
OR
Three years of full proficiency experience in child, adult, family, or group case management and/or probation work. This may be met by any combination of experience as an Adult Probation Officer II, Adult Probation Officer II ASAP, Juvenile Probation Officer II or Investigator II with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere.
Substitution:
Four years of any combination of postsecondary education (3 semester/ 4 quarter hours equal 1 month of experience) in a social, behavioral or health science, law or a related field and/or technical experience (at any level) providing assistance, information or referrals to the public related to social services, health care or legal services may substitute for the bachelor's degree.
Special Note:
Some positions require a valid Alaska driver's license and/or a background investigation including fingerprinting. These requirements will be indicated at the time of recruitment.
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED INFORMATION:
At time of application, applicant must attach the following items. (If unable to attach, please fax or e-mail the items to the contact listed below prior to the closing date of this recruitment).
NOTE: Omission of required documentation listed below will result in an incomplete application and you will not receive further consideration .
A copy of academic transcripts , to verify post-secondary education used to meet the minimum qualifications. Transcripts are required with each application. (Unofficial are okay, please ensure that the institution name is listed on the transcripts).
Cover letter
At the time of the interview applicant must submit:
A copy of your most recent performance appraisals. If unavailable, two (2) documented supervisor letters of reference may be substituted.
A list of three (3) professional references, which include daytime telephone numbers; at least one (1) of these must be from a current or former supervisor. Please read the below information carefully. This applies to your application submission.
COVER LETTER
A cover letter is required. Please attach it as a separate document for this position. The cover letter should highlight your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience as they pertain to the major duties listed in the job description above. Please attach the cover letter to your application before submitting it online or, if unable to attach to your application, fax it to the contact number provided in the job posting, prior to the closing of this recruitment. The cover letter will be used to help determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process . Omission of required documentation listed will result in an incomplete application and you will not receive further consideration.
EDUCATION
To verify education to meet the required minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. When a degree has not been received, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials for this position. Transcripts must be attached at the time of application. Omission of required documentation listed will result in an incomplete application and you will not receive further consideration.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. The State of Alaska does not provide VISA Employer sponsorships. Omission of required documentation listed will result in an incomplete application and you will not receive further consideration.
WORK EXPERIENCE
When using work experience not already documented in your application, please provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. Work experience needed to meet the minimum qualifications must be documented in the application. A resume will not be used to determine that minimum qualifications have been met for the position in which you are applying. If the application does not support minimum qualifications, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
NOTE: Attaching a resume is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
The State of Alaska does not provide VISA Employer sponsorships
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT
This position is open to Alaska Residents only. Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.
MULTIPLE VACANCIES
This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.
APPLICATION NOTICE
You can ONLY apply for this position through the Workplace Alaska website or via hardcopy application. If you accessed this recruitment bulletin through a job search portal such as ALEXsys or any other database, you MUST use a Workplace Alaska online or hardcopy application to successfully apply. Instructions on how to apply with Workplace Alaska may be found on the Workplace Alaska "How to Apply" webpage, found here: http://doa.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/howtoapply/
NOTICE
Questions regarding the application process can be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465- 4095. If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the 'govermentjobs.com' domains. For information on allowing emails from the 'governmentjobs.com' domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at https://www.governmentjobs.com/js_lostpswd.cfm&topheader=alaska.
EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or 465-4095 in Juneau or (907) 465-3412 (TTY) or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P. O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE
Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to:
recruitment.services@alaska.gov
For applicant password assistance please visit:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/js_lostpswd.cfm?&topheader=alaska
For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:
Name: Sonja Zastrow, Administrative Officer II
Phone: (907) 451-5078
Fax: (907) 451 - 5080
Email: Sonja.Zastrow@Alaska.gov
