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County of Monterey

Services Support Assistant I

County of Monterey, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828

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Services Support Assistant I

– Level I position at

County of Monterey

operating a variety of department automated systems, equipment, or specialized software programs (such as MEDS, C-IV, CWS/CMS, CMIPS, etc.). Performs data management responsibilities for program support functions, specialized clerical duties in support of professional and technical casework staff, and related work as required.

Working under close supervision, the Services Support Assistant I is the entry/trainee level in the Services Support Assistant series. Employees in this class receive in‑service training and are given detailed instructions in the operation of state and county data operating systems. Tasks are more structured and repetitive than those assigned at level II. As requisite skills and knowledge are developed, greater independence and the full scope of responsibility are exercised. Unless a position is permanently allocated to level I due to the nature of the work, employees are expected to promote to the Services Support Assistant II level after one year of satisfactory performance at the trainee level.

Supervisor Relationship Incumbents in the Services Support Assistant I/II classification typically receive supervision from an Office Assistant Supervisor, or other higher‑level supervisor or manager.

Responsibilities

Performs data entry transactions for case management, aid authorization, imaging, and/or statistical data maintenance

Operates a variety of operating systems, software, or related equipment for which routines and procedures are well defined and there is limited requirement for interpretation and adaptation of instructions to support a department's programs, services, and administrative functions

Maintains files and generates routine reports and documents using system resources

Reviews and reconciles system information (MEDS, C-IV, CWS/CMS, CMIPS, or other automated systems); assesses and updates records; may take other corrective action as authorized

Researches procedures, regulations, and/or technical materials as necessary

Uses manuals, utilization guides, and All County Letters (ACL); System Change Requests (SCR), etc. to review upcoming changes to regulations, programs and systems to keep knowledge current

Troubleshoots problems with individual records, cases or participants by applying rules and regulations; provides information to and interacts with case workers to correct issues or coordinates with the help desk to solve problems

Coordinates with department supervisors and management in producing and maintaining files, information systems, and composing and creating reports

Gathers data, conducts surveys, prepares reports, and develops training materials for system users. Creates spreadsheets, report formats, forms, and record maintenance systems

Responds to a variety of public, staff, and management inquiries, providing the requisite information, or referring the requests to supervisory and staff as appropriate

Attends meetings and represents the department at meetings with other departments and agencies for information sharing, system improvements and implementation of changes

Assists in special projects designated by the department management

Performs related duties as assigned

Knowledge Of

Personal computer operating systems, software applications (MS Office, etc.) and related equipment

Statewide operating systems (C-IV, MEDS, CWS/CMS, CIMPS, etc.)

Department programs, functions and objectives

Legislation, rules, regulations, policies and procedures related to multiple public assistance programs and related case administration techniques

Work methods and techniques used by program staff

Methods and techniques used in researching, proofing, evaluating, gathering, organizing, and arranging data

Report writing and proper format and style

Effective methods of training and presentation skills

Record keeping and time‑management practices and procedures

Modern office practices and procedures

Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation

Basic arithmetic

Ability To

Understand and carry out oral and written instructions

Exercise sound and independent judgment in determining and selecting appropriate processes, alternatives, forms and desired actions within established work practices, procedures and commonly used regulations

Learn and perform assigned tasks and routines

Learn and develop skills with computer software programs or automated systems

Evaluate and interpret information using an automated system and troubleshoot identified problems

Prepare a variety of reports, correspondence, documents, statistical data, graphs, and charts using a computer and software packages

Provide training and assistance for others in using assigned systems or software

Read and understand detailed and complicated instructions

Understand, interpret and apply rules and regulations; determine the impact of regulations on local operations and systems

Organize work and budget time efficiently

Work productively under time pressure and with interruptions

Exercise tact when dealing with others

Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

Minimum Qualifications Pattern 1: One (1) year of full‑time experience performing financial or statistical record‑keeping; or producing a variety of work products using a statewide automated system or software applications.

Pattern 2: Successful completion of thirty (30) college semester units or forty‑five (45) quarter units from an accredited college or university.

Examination Information The Training & Experience Examination is designed to elicit a range of specific information regarding each candidate’s knowledge, skill, abilities, and potential to effectively perform the duties relative to the classification. Candidates must receive a minimum rating of 70% on the examination to obtain a position on the eligible list. Examination administration and processing time is approximately two weeks after the closing date of the job bulletin.

Equal Employment Opportunity The Merit System Services program is committed to equal employment opportunity for all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

Seniority level Internship

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Other

Industries Government Administration

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