Courier

Recruitment #15-983040-01

The Position

The Courier will have the responsibility to pick up and deliver supplies, mail, and equipment for County departments. Incumbents are assigned a specific scheduled route, or have a varied schedule, and may assist with mail service and/or storeroom tasks. 

 

The current vacancy exists in the General Services Department for an extra-help position.

 

The eligible list created as a result of this recruitment will be used to fill part-time and full-time regular, limited-term or extra-help positions as vacancies occur throughout the County.

 

 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or GED preferred; supplemented by two (2) months previous work experience that demonstrates possession of and competency in the requisite knowledge and abilities.

Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Class C California driver’s license is required.   

Knowledge/Abilities

Knowledge of local area streets.

Skill in driving in urban and rural areas in various types of weather and traffic conditions.

Ability to read and interpret road maps; lift and move heavy items; organize and prioritize work assignments; perform routine servicing of delivery vehicles; plan driving routes to meet delivery schedules; adjust assigned route and schedule to increase efficiency in courier service; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; maintain accurate records and document actions taken; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships; demonstrates tact and diplomacy; maintain confidentiality of information; assemble, repair and/or arrange for the assembly and repair of office equipment.

To review the class specification for this position, please visit:

http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=16060  

 

BENEFITS

Extra-help employees do not receive or accrue benefits of regular employees during their period of employment.

Selection Process

11/20/15 Deadline to submit application and any required documentation.

 

TBA Date for Written Exam.

 

TBA Date for Oral Board Exam.

 

The written exam for this recruitment is tentatively scheduled for the week of April 6, 2015.  Qualified candidates will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule.

 

Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

 

All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted.  These provisions are subject to change.

 

A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process.

 

RETIREES - Solano County invites all to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.

How to Apply

All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (ADA Accommodation Request) must be submitted with the Document Cover Sheet, available on the employment website:http://www.jobaps.com/Solano/sup/doccover.pdf or at the Department of Human Resources’ office,  and are due by the final filing date. 

Previously submitted application materials (i.e. copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment.

Please visit the County of Solano website, www.jobsatsolanocounty.com, to apply.  Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-6170 or at 675 Texas Street, Suite 1800 Fairfield 94533.  The office is open Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA

Supplemental Questionnaire

This Supplemental Questionnaire will be used to determine applicants’ qualifications for this position and whether they will continue in the recruitment process; therefore, applicants are encouraged to answer all questions thoroughly and completely.  Omitted information will not be considered or assumed.  Applicants who have no experience in a specific area are recommended to state "no experience in this area" instead of leaving the space blank.

 

Although your answers to the supplemental questions will assist in evaluation your application, the answers to the supplemental questions do not replace your work experience in your application. Please note your responses to these questions should be reflected in your application's work experience.

 

The Courier position requires 2 months of work experience that demonstrates possession of and competency in the requisite knowledge and abilities.

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Please describe any work experience that demonstrates your knowledge of local area streets.

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Please describe any work experience that demonstrates your ability to read and interpret road maps, lift and move heavy items, organize and prioritize work assignments, perform routine servicing of delivery vehicles, plan driving routes to meet delivery schedules, adjust assigned route and schedule to increase efficiency in courier service, assemble/repair/arrange for the assembly and repaid of office equipment.

 

Supplemental Information

Independent travel is required.

Veterans Preference Points

To be eligible, applicants must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions. A copy of the DD214, showing discharge type, must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date. Applicants who have a service connected disability must submit  a recent award letter from the VA stating they are receiving disability benefits for service connected reasons. 

Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general discharge under honorable conditions shall have five (5) points added to their combined score. Disabled veterans (rated at not less than 30% disability) shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score. Veteran preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations.

Americans With Disabilities Act

It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES:  Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment/testing/examination process (as detailed in the “Selection Process”), must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form: http://webstartadmin/civica/filebank/blobdload.asp?BlobID=6664. 

This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date of the recruitment.  Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request.

Solano County

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Located 45 miles northeast of San Francisco and 45 miles southwest of Sacramento, Solano County is home to rolling hills, waterfronts and fertile farmland.

 

Solano offers a blend of agriculture, corporate business, cultural venues, festivals and events, and provides residents with many recreation and entertainment choices. The County is also home to Travis Air Force Base.

With its strategic location, affordable housing, natural resources, responsible land use planning, and attractive quality of life, Solano County is a great place to live, learn, work and play.

County Population (January 2012): 413,786

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.  

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