Human Services Technician I/II - Lake Isabella
Job Description
Salary
$3,909.34 - $4,672.03 Monthly
Location
Lake Isabella, CA
Job Type
Full time
Job Number
10003
Department
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES
Opening Date
03/12/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
Position Information
Level I: $1,633.02-$1,961.61
Level II: $1,804.31-$2,156.32
Examinations
Exam Date: Qualified candidates will be notified of the testing date five days prior to the examination.
Written Exam (Weight 100%): Will be conducted for the purpose of assessing the applicant's knowledge of principles of customer service and human behavior; business practices; appropriate business attire; telephone etiquette; organizational practices and procedures; basic mathematics; basic computer operations; techniques of interviewing to obtain information; basic grammar; basic public contact skills.
Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the examination process.
Minimum Qualifications/Employment Standards
High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent and completion of 60 semester or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university, or any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that provides the knowledge and abilities indicated below.
Possession of a valid Class C California driver's license is required upon completion of training program.
Human Services Technician II Job Descriptions
Bilingual (English/Spanish) applicants are encouraged to apply. Applicants must submit a bilingual (English/Spanish) certificate before the final filing deadline. Applicants who wish to be considered for bilingual employment must submit a bilingual certificate issued by the Kern County Human Resources Division or its authorized agent, Bakersfield College.
Access the following website for information about where to obtain a qualifying certificate:
Employees who occupy positions designated as bilingual are paid dependent upon the required level of proficiency.
This position works within the Department of Human Services. For more information about the department, please view their website.
About Kern County
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We always encourage our employees to grow and develop. Kern County has a culture of innovation that allows employees to explore creative and more efficient ways to accomplish their work. We provide access to training and continued professional development in an effort to ensure that our employees have opportunities for career growth.
Additional Information
This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time without notice.
Admittance to the examination will require a valid government issued photograph identification. Applicants who are unable to present proper identification must make arrangements with the Human Resources Division prior to the test date.
A background check may be conducted for this classification.
Following an offer of employment, you may be required to submit to post offer medical and drug screening tests at County expense.
Appointees are subject to fingerprinting for the purpose of a criminal records check as authorized by section 16501 of the California Welfare and Institutions code and section 11105.3 of the California Penal Code.
This examination will establish an eligible list from which immediate appointment(s) will be made. Other permanent and temporary appointments will be made as needed. Successful candidates will remain on the eligible list for a period of twelve months, unless specified otherwise by the Civil Service Commission. Candidates are encouraged to indicate acceptable geographical locations in which they would accept employment on their application form. Candidates MUST be willing to travel to these locations (areas/district offices).
For more information regarding Kern County's recruitment process, please see our.
Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Kern County Employee Benefits
- Benefits: (Medical/Dental/Vision): Kern County offers five affordable medical options. Kern Legacy Health Plans are medical and prescription health plan options administered directly by the County of Kern. Kaiser Permanente is also an option. Employees may also choose from two dental plans; Liberty Dental PPO or HMO. The vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP).
- Retirement: Kern County Employees' Retirement Association (KCERA). This Section 401 (a) defined benefit retirement plan requires employer and employee contribution and pays retired employees a pension based on salary, years of service, and age upon retirement.
- Deferred Compensation: This section 457 plan allows employees to contribute on a pre-tax basis to a supplemental retirement account which is then paid out to them when they retire.
- Social Security: Note: Both Kern County and the employee contribute to Social Security and Medicare as follows:
- The County of Kern withholds 6.2% for Social Security (FICA1) and 1.45% for Medicare (FICA2) from employee's payroll warrants
- The County matches the employee's 6.2% for Social Security and 1.45% for Medicare
- EAP: EAP is available to help you take control of your life!
- Voluntary Benefits: Chimienti & Associates (Administrator) offers the following voluntary benefits and can be deducted on a pre-tax basis: Short Term Disability Coverage, Accident Plan, Cancer Plan and a Flexible Spending Account.
- Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days (per calendar year)
Required Question
All applicable diploma(s), transcripts, licenses, and/or certificates must be attached with your application. ***I have submitted copies of all applicable diploma(s), transcripts, licenses, and/or certificates with my application. (Failure to attach required supplemental materials will result in the rejection of this application.)
- Yes
- No