SOCIAL WORKER (DSS)

Jefferson County is seeking a Social Worker in the Department of Social Services. The work involves responsibility for providing professional social work services primarily working with the Child Protective, Preventive, Foster Care, and Intake cases in children's services, as well as providing consultative services to the agency Caseworkers and other staff.

Salary Range: $30.93 - $39.40 per hour.

Excellent fringe benefits include:

• NYS Retirement
• Comprehensive Health Plan, Including Vision
• Deferred Compensation
• Paid Vacation
• Sick Leave
• Dental Insurance
• Flex Spending Account

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Possession of a master's degree in social work from a graduate school of social work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education and New York State Education Department and current certification or limited permit to practice social work in New York State issued by the State Education Department.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

Appointees will be required to possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State or otherwise demonstrate their ability to meet the transportation needs of the job.

*Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer*

Civil Service Exam required for permanent appointment.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Apply online on our Employment Portal: https://jefferson-portal.mycivilservice.com/

Or send paper application to: Jefferson County Dept. of Human Resources, 175 Arsenal St. Watertown, NY 13601.

ASSISTANT DISTRICT ATTORNEY

This is a professional legal position in the Jefferson County District Attorney’s Office that assists with the prosecution of criminal violations of law. The work involves responsibility for participating in the investigation, preparation and presentation of misdemeanor and felony cases in court. Jefferson County residence required after appointment.

*Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer*

Salary Range: $80,898 - $91,051 per year.

Excellent fringe benefits include:

• Comprehensive Health Plan, Including Vision
• Dental Insurance
• Flex Spending Account
• NYS Retirement
• Deferred Compensation
• Paid Vacation
• Sick Leave

SUGGESTED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Possession of a license to practice law in New York State.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Submit letter of application with resume, writing sample, and law transcript.

Apply online on our Employment Portal:

https://jefferson-portal.mycivilservice.com/

Or submit application to:

Jefferson County Dept. of Human Resources,175 Arsenal St. Watertown, NY 13601.

CASEWORKER

Jefferson County Department of Social Services is seeking caseworkers to provide social work services for individuals, families, & children, to assist with resolving economic, medical, emotional, social, and environmental challenges. Civil Service exam required for permanent appointment.

*Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer*

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered four year college or university with a bachelor's degree; or
2. Licensure as a registered professional nurse with one year of full-time, paid experience in that profession.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

Appointees will be required to possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State or otherwise demonstrate their ability to meet the transportation needs of the job.

Background Investigation:

Applicants may be required to undergo a State and national criminal history background investigation to determine suitability for appointment. Failure to meet the standards for the background investigation may result in disqualification.

Salary: $26.92 - $33.71/hr. (2024 rate)

Excellent fringe benefits include:

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Flex Spending Account
• NYS Retirement
• Deferred Compensation
• Paid Vacation
• Sick Leave
• And more!

To apply for this opportunity, please apply for the Caseworker exam, on our employment portal:  https://jefferson-portal.mycivilservice.com/

Or submit a paper application to:

Jefferson County Dept. of Human Resources,175 Arsenal St. Watertown, NY 13601.

Support Investigator

Jefferson County Department of Social Services is seeking a skilled individual to conduct investigations to determine the location and financial status of individuals legally responsible for the support of children.

Salary Range: $21.42 - $26.23 per hour.

Excellent fringe benefits include:

• NYS Retirement
• Deferred Compensation
• Paid Vacation
• Comprehensive Health Plan, Including Vision
• Dental Insurance
• Flex Spending Account
• Sick Leave

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Either:

(A) Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an associate's degree; OR

(B) Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and two years of interviewing or investigating experience involving public contact; OR

(C) An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B) above.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Appointees will be required to possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State or otherwise demonstrate their ability to meet transportation needs of the job.

*Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer*

Civil Service Exam Required for Permanent Appointment.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled,

first review of applicants will be June 21, 2024.

Apply online on our Employment Portal:  https://jefferson-portal.mycivilservice.com/

Or send a Cover Letter and Resume to:

Jefferson County Dept. of Human Resources, 175 Arsenal St. Watertown, NY 13601.

Employment and Training Assistant

The Jefferson County Department of Employment and Training is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Employment and Training Assistant. Responsibilities include; information gathering, conducting initial interviews with, and verifying eligibility of participants, counseling, job development, and monitoring of sub-grantees. Civil Service exam required for permanent appointment.

Salary Range: $21.82 - $26.79 per hour.

Excellent fringe benefits include:

• Comprehensive Health Plan, Including Vision
• Dental Insurance
• Flex Spending Account
• NYS Retirement
• Deferred Compensation
• Paid Vacation
• Sick Leave

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Either:

A)  Completion of a minimum of 60 semester credit hours in a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university; or

B)  Two years of experience in job development, personnel counseling, or placement in an Employment and Training, community action, or similar agency dealing with the employment and training of economically disadvantaged, minority, handicapped, or low income persons; or

C)  An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (a) and (b) above.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:  Appointees will be required to possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State or otherwise demonstrate their ability to meet the transportation needs of the job.

*Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer*

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, first review of applications will be May 24, 2024.

Apply online on our Employment Portal:

https://jefferson-portal.mycivilservice.com/

Or send a paper application and resume to:

Jefferson County Dept. of Human Resources,175 Arsenal St. Watertown, NY 13601.