Jobs Open to Public and Current County Employees
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Position Title : |
Receptionist #DAT021110 APPLY NOW |
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Date Opened: |
February 04, 2010 |
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Date Closed: |
February 11, 2010 at 4:00 p.m. |
Position Grade: |
12 Non-Exempt |
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Pay Rate: |
$11.13 - $13.60 per hour |
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Schedule: |
Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
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Position Summary: |
The receptionist will be responsible for greeting and screening visitors, referring visitors to appropriate area, answering telephone and transferring calls as appropriate, routing memos, mailing and faxing documents, assisting Victim/Witness Unit with paging on protection from abuse orders and witness affidavits, assisting Trial Assistants with bench warrants, maintaining front desk coverage calendar, maintaining appearance of public reception area, assisting DA Attorneys and staff as requested and following office procedure on warrants and security issues, researching and obtaining certified criminal records from other jurisdictions, investigating, identifying, and contacting unknown victims traffic and some criminal cases, and assisting with special projects in support of the Records Unit. |
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Qualifications: |
Requires one year of specialized or technical training beyond high school; must have one year of experience in a legal office environment and one year of experience with computer applications. Experience in basic office skills required, including responsibility for a multi-line phone system. |
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Assistant County Manager #CMO022610 APPLY NOW |
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Date Opened: |
January 29, 2010 |
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Date Closed: |
February 26, 2010 at 4:00 p.m. |
Position Grade: |
25 Exempt |
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Pay Rate: |
Full salary range is $109,793 - $182,988; with expected hiring range of $109,793 - $158,590 |
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Schedule: |
Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
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Position Summary: |
The Assistant County Manager is a high visibility position supporting the County Manager, Deputy County Manager, community, staff, and elected officials. The successful candidate will provide strategic direction for the countywide administrative systems and designated service departments. Serving as a senior member of the County’s management team, this position reports directly to the County Manager and serves a back-up to the Deputy County Manager. |
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Qualifications: |
The ideal candidate will exhibit outstanding leadership, communication and business skills, and will possess the demonstrated capacity to successfully manage in a fast-paced public environment. Requires a Master’s degree in Public Administration, Business, or a closely-related field; ten years of progressively more responsible professional-level public sector experience directly related to city/county/public agency management; seven years of supervisory experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform essential duties of job. |
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Child/Adolescent & Adult Staff Psychiatrist #MNH103980 APPLY NOW |
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Date Opened: |
October 29, 2009 |
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Date Closed: |
Open until filled |
Position Grade: |
Exempt |
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Pay Rate: |
Commensurate with experience |
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Schedule: |
Monday - Friday; Daytime |
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Position Summary: |
Johnson County Mental Health Center (located in a suburb of Kansas City) has an opening effective 2-1-10 for a full-time Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatrist for outpatient and corrections work. |
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Qualifications: |
Req. a medical degree; (M.D. or D.O.); successful completion of ACGME accredited General Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Residency Programs; must be eligible for licensure to practice in KS. Must have board eligibility or certification through the ABPN; compensation commensurate with experience. Interested applicants can apply online or contact: Dr. Jane Lauchland. Johnson County Mental Health Center, 6000 Lamar, Suite 130, Mission, KS 66202; 913-831-2550; FAX to 913-826-1594; Jane.Lauchland@jocogov.org |
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Position Title : |
Training Specialist #JCL102808 APPLY NOW |
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Date Opened: |
February 04, 2010 |
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Date Closed: |
Open until filled |
Position Grade: |
16 Exempt |
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Pay Rate: |
$39,016 - $56,356 per year |
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Schedule: |
40 hours per week, occasional weekends and evenings. |
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Position Summary: |
Are you a creative, enthusiastic trainer with a gift for making learning fun? Do you have a knack for identifying, developing and delivering unique, interactive training programs? If so, you may be the next Training Specialist for the Johnson County Library. Successful candidates will analyze organizational and professional trends as well as current policies and procedures to determine training needs, develop and deliver both classroom and on-line curriculum covering multiple non-technical topics relevant to individuals, groups or the organization. This position also evaluates the effectiveness of training programs, maintains the integrity of training records, and leads the library’s Staff Appreciation Day and Leadership program initiatives. This role is supported by a team of experienced, talented professionals working in an award-winning and challenging environment. |
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Qualifications: |
Bachelor’s degree in Training and Development,
Curriculum and Instruction Design, Human Resources or related field;
two years experience in training/curriculum design; two years
experience assessing and responding to organizational training
needs. One year of library experience preferred. In addition,
candidates must have demonstrated ability to deliver stand up
training, and to facilitate meetings while providing superior
customer service to both internal and external customers, excellent
written and verbal communication skills as well as proficiency with
Microsoft Office products are also necessary. A Master’s Degree in HR, T&D, C&I or Library Science is preferred. |
Information Technology Positions
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Position Title : |
Network Administrator #EMS021210 APPLY NOW |
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Date Opened: |
January 29, 2010 |
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Date Closed: |
February 12, 2010 at 4:00 p.m. |
Position Grade: |
16 Non-Exempt |
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Pay Rate: |
$18.76 - $31.18 per hour |
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Schedule: |
Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; some evening and weekend hours |
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Position Summary: |
The Emergency Services Network Administrator will
be responsible for the development, maintenance and security of the
Emergency Services Information System Network. This network consists
of the internet working of 18 Emergency Services locations
throughout Johnson County, 2 Local Area Networks, and collaborating
with 7 hospital Emergency Departments for wireless hot spots. This
activity is increasing each year commensurate with the County's
growth. The incumbent will plan, coordinate, install, maintain, and
repair computer hardware, software, data communications & networking
equipment. A proficient understanding of networking components and
related equipment to facilitate self-sufficiency is mandatory. The
incumbent will monitor & maintain network security and meet high
availability network status (less than 24 hours downtime annually)
for approx. 31,000 electronic patient records generated annually
from emergency medical events authored by paramedics. The individual must be capable of establishing polite & professional relationships and provide customer service to 150 internal users and dozens of contacts outside the department. The successful individual must have excellent experience in maintaining good relationships, be self motivated, have high integrity and demonstrate honesty. |
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Qualifications: |
Three years experience with local and wide area
network design and development required. Must possess a valid
driver’s license and have a good driving record. Must be willing to
acquire within 3 months of hire date CPR and AED certifications. Special Instructions: Please submit a resume and cover letter when submitting your application. Additionally, please submit the following additional information via e-mail to Annette Vaughn (annette.vaughn@jocogov.org): college transcript, proof of successful completion of preferred qualifications including Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE), OR Windows Server 2003 (MCSE on Windows Server 2003). Experience can substitute for education. Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) certification (provide evidence of successful completion), OR certification on Windows Server 2003 (MCSE On Windows Server 2003) is preferred. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Services preferred. |
Maintenance & Vocational Positions
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Position Title : |
Library Page (Part-Time) #JCL020910 APPLY NOW |
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Date Opened: |
February 02, 2010 |
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Date Closed: |
February 09, 2010 at 4:00 p.m. |
Position Grade: |
11 Non-Exempt |
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Pay Rate: |
$9.59 per hour |
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Schedule: |
Evenings and Weekends to be arranged; 16 hours per week. |
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Position Summary: |
Shelves library materials. Retrieves, re-files and maintains magazine collection. Sorts and prepares carts of library materials for shelving. Straightens book shelves and public areas. Assists with discharging and routing of materials. Assists in checking materials out. Provides general directional assistance to patrons. |
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Qualifications: |
Ability to shelve materials accurately using a variety of classification schemes. Ability to maneuver materials from tubs weighing up to 40 pounds. Ability to use a computer accurately. Ability to provide quality service to both internal and external customers and to accept direction from several supervisors. |
Health Care & Human Services Positions
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Crisis Recovery Specialist (On-Call) #MNH020910 APPLY NOW |
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Date Opened: |
January 26, 2010 |
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Date Closed: |
February 09, 2010 at 4:00 p.m. |
Position Grade: |
13 Non-Exempt |
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Pay Rate: |
$13.49 per hour |
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Schedule: |
Schedule Varies to include Days, Evenings, and Overnight |
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Position Summary: |
The Crisis Recovery Specialist performs the
following job duties: * Assists individuals in identifying strategies or treatment options associated with the individual's mental illness, with the goal of minimizing the negative effects of symptoms and avoiding psychiatric or personal crisis. * Provide crisis intervention to assists individuals in avoiding identified precursors or triggers that result in functional impairments and/or psychiatric crisis. * Assists individuals to regain the ability to make independent choices and to take a proactive role in treatment, including discussing questions or concerns about medications, diagnoses or treatment approaches with their treatment staff. * Promote skills for coping with and managing psychiatric symptoms while facilitating the utilization of natural resources and the enhancement of community living skills. |
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Qualifications: |
One year of experience in community based crisis services including experience with adults with a severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI), and/or children who have a severe emotional disturbance (SED) is required. A High School Diploma, valid driver's license, and good driving record are also required. Education can substitute for experience. Associates degree in Human Services is preferred. |
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Position Title : |
Employment Coach #JCD020910 APPLY NOW |
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Date Opened: |
February 02, 2010 |
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Date Closed: |
February 09, 2010 at 4:00 p.m. |
Position Grade: |
12 Non-Exempt |
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Pay Rate: |
$11.13 - $14.84 per hour |
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Schedule: |
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
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Position Summary: |
The Employment Coach provides training, personal care, and assistance with service provisions to persons with developmental disabilities (MR/DD) in a vocational setting. Assists with quality control and inventory on contract jobs, along with setting up consumer work stations. Provides on-going behavioral guidance by making observations; gathers information on consumer preferences and reinforcers; provides appropriate medical and physical care including assistance with personal hygiene and administration of medications. |
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Qualifications: |
High school diploma or equivalent, good
communication skills, and the ability to participate as a team
member. CPR and First Aid training is provided after hire;
successful certification is required. Ability to perform physical
labor in a production setting, including repetitive motions and
ability to lift 50 lbs. Experience can substitute for
education and education can substitute for experience.
Preferred Qualifications: One (1) year
experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
(DD/MR) and/or severe medical conditions. Two (2) years of college
coursework, preferably in social sciences or vocational
rehabilitation. |
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Position Title : |
Intake Coordinator #MNH021110 APPLY NOW |
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Date Opened: |
February 04, 2010 |
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Date Closed: |
February 11, 2010 at 4:00 p.m. |
Position Grade: |
13 Non-Exempt |
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Pay Rate: |
$13.49 - $16.48 per hour |
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Schedule: |
Monday - Friday; 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
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Position Summary: |
The intake coordinator is responsible for the admissions of all clients into the Adolescent Center for Treatment, a residential youth substance abuse treatment facility. Related duties include determining fees; opening client charts; notarizing consents; verifying insurance coverage; maintaining the client database; preparing weekly, monthly, and quarterly program reports; entering client payments into Oracle; preparing a cash journal for each payment received; receiving payments; reconciling petty cash; reconciling laboratory and pharmacy billings. Other duties include answering phones, greeting visitors, and completing routine general office tasks. This position requires significant expertise at interacting with insurance companies to pursue authorizations and payments for services. |
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Qualifications: |
A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Two years of office experience and one year of data entry/keyboarding experience are also required. Education can substitute for experience. Office experience in a medical or mental health setting is preferred. |
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Vocational Counselor #MNH021810 APPLY NOW |
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Date Opened: |
February 04, 2010 |
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Date Closed: |
February 18, 2010 at 4:00 p.m. |
Position Grade: |
15 Non-Exempt |
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Pay Rate: |
$16.47 - $20.13 per hour |
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Schedule: |
May vary, usually Monday - Friday; 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
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Position Summary: |
The successful candidate will work as part of Johnson County Mental Health Center Community Support Services’ Vocational Team in providing supported employment and related services to consumers with diagnoses of severe and persistent mental illness. The Vocational Counselor works with assigned consumers to establish treatment plan goals and assist in completing action steps toward identified career goals; this work is under the direction and supervision of the Vocational Team Leader. This position specifically provides assistance to consumers to obtain and maintain desired community jobs using evidence-based practices. Position may also act as a Service Coordinator/case management role for a small number of clients. |
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Qualifications: |
A Bachelor’s degree in human services is
required. Must be 21 years of age or older and have a valid driver's
license and good driving record. Must demonstrate interpersonal
skills, ability to work with persons with severe and persistent
mental illness and/or severe emotional disturbance and their
employers, and the ability to react effectively in a wide variety of
human service situations, including job coaching.
Two years of experience in the field of vocational rehabilitation providing supported employment services for persons with a severe and persistent mental illness is preferred. |
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Position Title : |
WIC Secretary (Part-Time) #PBH020910 APPLY NOW |
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Date Opened: |
January 26, 2010 |
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Date Closed: |
February 09, 2010 at 4:00 p.m. |
Position Grade: |
12 Non-Exempt |
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Pay Rate: |
$11.13 - $16.08 per hour |
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Schedule: |
Monday - Friday, 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (20 hours per week) |
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Position Summary: |
Will be responsible for answering telephones, scheduling client appointments and sending out correspondence for the WIC program. This position also assesses client’s documents to determine WIC program eligibility and explains the WIC program to clients. |
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Qualifications: |
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and one year of computer and customer service experience. Bi-lingual candidates are preferred. |
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Position Title : |
Senior Community Service Employment Program |
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Pay Rate: |
$7.25 per hour |
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Schedule: |
Work days and hours will vary; 20-30 hours a week |
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Position Summary: |
Primary goal of the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) is to foster and promote useful part-time training opportunities in community service activities for persons who are 55 years old or older, low income, have poor employment prospects and/or history, and have the greatest economic need. Johnson County Government is partnering with SER Corporation to support its goals through the placement of participants. |
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How to Apply: |
For more information concerning this posting or to apply please contact the SER office at 913-236-9611 or visit the website at http://www.sercorp.com/ |
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