Planner and Evaluator - Level A

The Position

Bargaining Unit: Local 21 - Non-Supervisory Management

Why join the Contra Costa Health Services Department?

Contra Costa Health Services (CCHS) is the largest department of the Contra Costa County government, employing more than 4,700 Full-Time Equivalents. CCHS is an integrated system of health care services that cover health at every level: the individual, the family, and the community. For low-income and uninsured residents of Contra Costa County, CCHS is the safety net, providing medical services not available to them elsewhere.
We are looking to add one (1) Planner and Evaluator - Level A to our dedicated Health Services team. A Planner and Evaluator plays an important role in the department's program evaluation and quality improvement efforts.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Ethical. You should possess integrity, value fairness and strive for excellence
• Collaborative. You should demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, and work both independently and as a team
• Well organized. You will need to prioritize your workload to meet deadlines
• Able to use strong communication skills. You will need to effectively communicate with office staff and county partners
• Innovative. You should be forward-thinking and capable of thinking outside the box
• Able to think critically. You will need to use analytical skills to assist in making decisions

What you will typically be responsible for:

• Conducting basic data-related tasks such as data gathering, cleaning, and creation of tables drawn from simple computations
• Summarizing project-related data and outcomes in a visual presentation or a preliminary written report
• Supporting community-based partners in their quarterly data needs for reporting requirements
• Providing staff assistance to community groups or committees looking to examine program-related issues or outcomes
• Creating and testing data variables drawing from staff guidelines

A few reasons you might love this job:

• The workplace is professional, nurturing, and supportive
• Working towards social and criminal justice reforms is meaningful and rewarding
• Great colleagues!
• The nice balance of teamwork and autonomy
• The breadth of the work and exposure to many different partners within the office and community

A few challenges you might face in this job:

• Access to data from other partner agencies or stakeholders can be time-consuming and challenging
• Understanding the nuances of criminal justice systems, processes, and reforms
• Navigating and coping with stressful situations or changes

Competencies Required:

• Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products
• Writing: Communicating effectively in writing
• Critical Thinking: Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claims
• Legal & Regulatory Navigation: Understanding, interpreting, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations
• Valuing Diversity: Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace
• Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue
• Self-Management: Showing personal organization, self-discipline, and dependability
• Building & Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships
• Establishing Credibility: Doing what he/she commits to doing and respecting the confidentiality of information and concerns shared by others
• Adaptability: Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires

To read the complete job description, please visit the website; www.cccounty.us/hr

The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six months.

Minimum Qualifications

License Required: Candidates must possess a valid California motor vehicle operator’s license. Out of state valid motor vehicle operator’s license will be accepted during the application process.

Education: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in social science/policy, behavioral science, public health, criminal justice, mathematics, business intelligence, information sciences, or a closely related field.

Substitution for required academic major: One (1) year of full-time (or its equivalent) experience performing program planning or evaluation work in a non-profit, government agency, or private sector may be substituted for the required academic major.

Selection Process

1. Application Filing and Evaluation: Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application, applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process.

2. Online Video Interview and Writing Assessment: Candidates who possess the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in an online video interview and writing assessment . In the assessment, candidates must achieve an average passing score of 70% or higher on each of the competencies, as well as an overall passing score of 70% or higher. The assessment will measure candidates' competencies as they relate to the Planner and Evaluator - Level A classification. These may include but are not limited to Attention to Detail, Writing, Critical Thinking, Valuing Diversity, Self-Management, Establishing Credibility, and Adaptability. (Weighted 100%)

The Planner and Evaluator - Level A online assessment is tentatively scheduled to take place via computer (remotely) from December 3, 2024 - December 8, 2024.

The video and written assessment will be administered remotely using a computer or mobile device such as a tablet. You will need access to a reliable internet connection to take the assessment, as well as a computer or mobile device with a camera. It is not recommended to take the assessment using a cell phone due to the writing component.

The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.

For recruitment-specific questions, please contact Sanyukta Singh at Sanyukta.Singh@hrd.cccounty.us. For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs’ applicant support team for assistance at +1 855-524-5627.




CONVICTION HISTORY
After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources Department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER
All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits

Closing Date/Time: 11/8/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

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• Contra Costa County Human Resources Department

• 925-655-2100

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