Douglas County

APPLICANTS INTERESTED IN ANY OF THE POSITIONS LISTED BELOW MUST COMPLETE AND SUBMIT AN EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION AND POSITION QUESTIONNAIRE ON OR BEFORE THE APPLICATION DEADLINE DATE. You may apply in person or have the application and position questionnaire mailed to you.

Douglas County Civil Service Commission              Douglas County Health Center
1819 Farnam, Suite 505                                                    4102 Woolworth, Room C-222
Omaha, NE 68183                                                            Omaha, NE 68105
Hours: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm                                                Hours: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. (Closed 12:30 pm -1:30 pm)
Phone: (402) 444-6188                                                      Phone: (402) 444-7318
FAX:   (402) 444-6678                                                       FAX:    (402) 444-3748

Applications are accepted between the hours of 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday-Friday.

Successful candidates are subject to pre-employment drug testing and may also be subject to a criminal record check. A number of positions require a physical exam and/or back assessment. Employees working more than 20 hours weekly receive health and insurance benefits.

All new employees and employees transferred or assigned to the Douglas County Health Center (DCHC) and Community Mental Health Center (CMHC) will undergo a local and national criminal records check using fingerprints.

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CURRENT VACANCIES
Pharmacy Director - DCHC - $5,418..40 to $8,131.07 Monthly - Application Deadline: Until Filled
Director of Outpatient Services - CMHC - $4,440.80 to $6,664.67 Monthly - Application Deadline: November 21, 2008
Laborer - Engineer - $14.51 Hr. - Application Deadline: November 26, 2008
Relief House Supervisor - DCHC/Nursing Services - $23.19 to $34.79 Hr. - Application Deadline: December 10, 2008
Emergency Management Specialist - Emergency Management - $$3,640.00 to $5,458.27 Monthly - Application Deadline: December 12, 2008

INTERNAL VACANCIES (Douglas County Employees Only)
None

INTERNAL VACANCIES (Departmental Employees Only)
None

Continuous Recruitment - are vacancies that occur periodically.
It does not necessarily indicate that a current vacancy exists. Selected qualified applicants will be considered to fill vacancies as openings become available.

The following is a list of positions which applications are always accepted on a day-to-day basis.

Licensed Practical Nurse - Full-time/Part-time
Licensed Practical Nurse with current Nebraska nursing license. Applicants may be required to complete supplemental training/testing at the discretion of the Director of Nursing. Must be bondable. Current certification in basic life support preferred. CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) training will be provided by DCHC if necessary.

Nursing Assistant - Full-time/Part-time
High school graduation or GED equivalency preferred. Successful completion of a State Certified 75-hour Nursing Assistant course as approved and recognized by the Nebraska Health and Human Services System.*
*Current employment in an accredited nursing program may be considered on an individual basis in lieu of certification requirement, as determined by the Nebraska Health and Human Services System

Registered Nurse - Full-time/Part-time
Registered Nurse with current Nebraska license. Applicants may be required to complete supplemental training/testing at the discretion of the Director of Nursing. Must be bondable.

Pharmacy Director
Douglas County Health Center
4102 Woolworth Ave.
Hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Status: FT
Salary: $5,418.40 to $8,131.07 Monthly
Application Deadline: Until Filled

QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy from an accredited college or university. Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree preferred. Must possess a valid license as a Pharmacist by the State of Nebraska at the time of hire, and maintain it throughout the course of employment. Five years of experience as a licensed pharmacist, two years of which must be in a supervisory or administrative capacity. One year* work experience in a long term care or hospital facility. Must possess a valid driver's license at the time of hire, and maintain it throughout the course of employment. Experience dealing with third party payments (e.g., Medicare, Medicaid) preferred. Must be bondable.
*Approved formal education/training may be substituted for the one-year work experience requirement in a long term care or hospital facility.
BASIC SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
Knowledge of State regulations and professional standards governing the operation of pharmacy services. Knowledge of toxicology of drugs including knowledge of drug interaction and sterile techniques used in drug preparation. Knowledge of principles and practices of third party billing for pharmacy services received. Ability to: Perform record keeping, maintain patient accounts and inventory control; perform supervisory functions, such as staffing, scheduling work, assigning work duties, training personnel, handling employee complaints, conducting performance evaluations, administering/recommending disciplinary actions, and making hiring/firing recommendations/decisions; prepare annual departmental budget; recommend equipment and materials for purchase; review and approve requisitions, specifications, and purchase orders covering all expenditures; establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, patients, the general public, governmental officials, co-workers and supervisors; maintain the confidentiality of all departmental communications, documents and transactions; communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, including the ability to reduce highly technical and scientific terms so that they are comprehensible to non-pharmacy professionals; deal with individuals from a wide range of social and economic backgrounds, including those who may be irate and/or physically or mentally challenged; tolerate considerable standing, walking and lifting; conform to a work schedule which may include varied days/hours, weekends, holidays, and call-ins.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the direction of the Administrator of the Douglas County Health Center or designee, the incumbent is responsible for the overall operation of Pharmacy Services for all Departments and Outpatient Clinics served by the Douglas County Health Center Pharmacy. Monitors the dispensing and use of all medications. Oversees the operation of the Central Supply, Radiology, and Employee Health sections, as well as the services of Bio-med, Pathology, and Laboratory services. Implements work policies and assures adherence to all work rules, regulations and procedures of Pharmacy Services and the Douglas County Health Center. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Director of Outpatient Services
Community Mental Health Services
4102 Woolworth Ave.
Hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, M-F
Status: FT
Salary: $4,440.80 to $6,664.67 Monthly
Application Deadline: November 21, 2008

MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK VARIED DAYS AND HOURS INCLUDING WEEKENDS, HOLIDAYS, EMERGENCY CALL-IN AS ASSIGNED.

QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, Social Work, Counseling or other related field. Master’s degree preferred. Four years of directly related experience in a psychiatric care setting of which one year is as a supervisor in a comparable psychiatric setting. Valid driver’s license and own mode of transportation required. Must be bondable.
BASIC SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
Considerable knowledge of professional standards of mental health care including accreditation standards and state and federal regulations. Ability to: Perform duties requiring keen attention to detail, including the ability to operate within defined professional standards and regulations; organize, analyze and interpret complex material/regulations and formulate appropriate course of action; establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, subordinates, the general public, and peers in other healthcare facilities and agencies; effectively supervise and direct the work activities of subordinates; communicate effectively both orally and in writing, including the ability to present and explain complex information; operate a personal computer utilizing various software programs, including Microsoft Word and Excel; exercise objective judgment and discretion; operate within budgetary guidelines and within specifications of funding mechanisms; prioritize and complete tasks in a planned and organized manner; adhere to departmental policies and procedures; handle and maintain confidential/sensitive information; successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and annual review.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the direction of the of the Director of the Community Mental Health Center (CMHC), the incumbent is responsible for the administration of Outpatient, Partial Hospital and Aftercare Services which provide and promote quality care for patients of the CMHC in compliance with professional standards, state and federal regulations and the policies and procedures of the Douglas County CMHC. Perform related duties as assigned.

Laborer
Engineer
15505 West Dodge Rd.
Hours: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, M-F
Status: FT
Salary: $14.51 Hr.
Application Deadline: November 26, 2008

MUST BE ABLE TO CONFORM TO SCHEDULING DEMANDS WHICH MAY INCLUDE WEEKENDS, OVERTIME AND EMERGENCY CALL-IN AS ASSIGNED.

QUALIFICATIONS
Eighth Grade education required. Three months related work experience. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and own mode of transportation at the time of hire and throughout the course of employment.
BASIC SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
Knowledge of general construction, maintenance, labor tools, equipment and practices. Knowledge of the precautions necessary to work safely with and around automotive and mechanical equipment. Physical strength necessary to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, often out-of-doors and under adverse conditions (e.g., inclement weather). Ability to: Learn geography of Douglas County; operate single-axle trucks and small farm tractors; follow oral and written instructions; successfully complete a pre-employment back assessment which evidences the ability to lift objects weighing up to 100 pounds; conform to scheduling demands which may include weekends, emergency call-in and overtime.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the supervision of the Engineer or designee, the incumbent performs manual labor in the completion of unskilled and limited semi-skilled tasks of a physically demanding nature. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Relief House Supervisor
Health Center/Nursing Services
4102 Woolworth Ave.
Hours: See Below
Status: FT
Salary Range: $23.19 to $34.79 Hr.
Application Deadline: December 10, 2008

OPENING FOR NIGHT SHIFT (11:00 PM – 7:30 AM). MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK VARIED DAYS AND HOURS INCLUDING HOLIDAYS, WEEKENDS, OVERTIME AND EMERGENCY CALL-IN AS ASSIGNED.

QUALIFICATIONS
Registered nurse with a current Nebraska nursing license, or license in a compact state. A Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred. One year of work experience as a registered nurse, one year of which must have been in a supervisory capacity. Work experience in a Long Term Care or Psychiatric facility preferred. Must successfully complete a pre-employment physical review.
BASIC SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
Knowledge of professional standards of Nursing including state and federal regulations. Ability to: perform duties requiring close attention to detail, including the ability to operate within defined professional standards and regulations; organize, analyze, and interpret complex material and regulations and to formulate appropriate courses of action; establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, subordinates, co-workers, other healthcare professionals and the public; to effectively supervise and direct the work activities of subordinates through the utilization of current management techniques and principles; communicate effectively, in English, both orally and in writing, including the ability to present and explain complex information; exercise objective judgment and discretion; operate within budgetary guidelines and within the specifications of funding mechanisms; successfully complete a pre-employment and annual Employee Health Review; handle information of a confidential and sensitive nature; safely lift and push up to 50 pounds; apply proper body mechanics and avoid injury to residents and self while involved in team lifting or mechanically assisted lifting and moving of residents and in caring for the mentally ill; work independently and make appropriate decisions based on available information and knowledge. Skill and manual dexterity required to care for residents and to operate resident care equipment. Near visual acuity necessary for accurate reading of gauges and thermometers and for observation of resident condition.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the direction of the Director of Nursing or designee, the incumbent is accountable for the supervision of all nursing and resident care activities while acting in a relief role for the House Supervisor. When not working the relief role for the House Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for the provision of direct resident care and the supervision of team members in compliance with statutes and regulations governing the practice of nursing and in compliance with Douglas County Health Center policies and procedures. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Emergency Management Specialist
Emergency Management
Civic Center, Room EOC-114
Hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, M-F
Status: FT
Salary: $3,640.00 to $5,458.27 Monthly
Application Deadline: December 12, 2008

MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR VARIED DAYS, HOURS, WEEKENDS, HOLIDAYS, ON-CALL AND EMERGENCY CALL-INS.

QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Emergency Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, Urban Planning, Public Health, a Natural or Physical Science, Engineering, Education or related academic field of study. Three (3) years of directly related experience in emergency scene management such as a first responder, emergency assistance coordinator for a non-profit or government entity or similar activity. Knowledge of web site maintenance and/or desk top publishing desirable. Must possess or complete within one year of hire the State of Nebraska Basic Course in Emergency Management. Completion of FEMA ICS 100 and NIMS 700 is required. Other NIMS courses shall be completed as assigned. OSHA Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (24 hour HAZWOPER) course completion is desirable. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and own mode of transportation at the time of hire and throughout the course of employment.
BASIC SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
Awareness of local law enforcement and fire fighting protocols and guidelines. Knowledge of emergency management planning and operations. Awareness of principles and practices of urban, community and regional disaster planning. Knowledge of the methods and techniques of gathering and analyzing statistical data and the ability to interpret technical information and data. Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques involved in exercise design and training. Skill in developing multi-agency scenario emergency exercise programs. Skill in public relations and public speaking. Skill in organization and planning techniques. Skill in the operation of a personal computer using Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Ability to: Independently obtain facts, analyze problems and define the key information and communication obstacles that are necessary to be overcome in order to present and sustain a viable emergency management program or task to the stakeholders in the community; organize and prioritize assignments, perform duties with considerable independence; communicate effectively orally and in writing and to conduct formal presentations; effectively interact with local law enforcement and fire departments; organize, coordinate and direct the work of others including volunteers.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the direction of the Emergency Management Director, the incumbent is responsible for performing and assisting in preparing, planning, mitigating, responding to and recovering from community emergencies and disasters as assigned by the Director. The Emergency Management Specialist (EMS) will provide administrative, technical and professional support for the Douglas County Emergency Management Agency (DC EMA) and, on occasion, will provide emergency management planning, exercise and training support for member counties of the metro-Omaha Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI). The EMS works in collaboration with federal, state and local governmental agencies, local businesses, not-for-profit organizations, first responders and volunteer groups. Perform other related duties as assigned.