This is the supplemental questionnaire for the classification of Environmental Health Technician I. The supplemental questionnaire is the only item used to determine your examination score.
NOTE: Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be evaluated nor considered as responses to the items in this supplemental questionnaire. In addition, responses to this questionnaire will not be used for determining minimum qualifications for this position.
By continuing in this examination process, you are certifying that all information provided in the supplemental questionnaire is true to the best of your knowledge. If selected for an interview, you may be required to display and respond to questions to validate your responses to this exam.
I have read and understand the above information.
PART I - MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS SCREENING (NOT SCORED)
This section will not be scored or used for determining minimum qualifications but is provided to the applicant for informational purposes prior to completing the questionnaire. Applicants are required to demonstrate how they meet the minimum qualifications for this position on their application.
1.
Do you possess the equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by at least twelve semester units of college level courses in chemistry, biology, toxicology, or a related field?
Yes
No
If you checked yes, please list below the college level courses and the number of units for each course.
Applicants who reported a "no" response to the above question are encouraged to review the minimum qualifications section of the job posting for this position before proceeding.
PART II - BILINGUAL SKILLS (NOT SCORED)
Please note that indicating "No" to any questions in this section does not exclude you from participation in this recruitment. Note: Applicants indicating "Yes" to being bilingual may be required to demonstrate their proficiency via participating in a Placer County administered Language Skills Examination as part of the selection process. Upon successful completion of a foreign language proficiency exam, an additional 5% bilingual pay will be paid to employees who use a second language on a regular basis in the normal course of business.
1.
Are you English/Spanish bilingual? (Placer County may administer a Spanish Language Skills Examination as part of the selection process.)
Yes
No
2.
Are you English/Russian bilingual? (Placer County may administer a Russian Language Skills Examination as part of the selection process.)
Yes
No
PART III - EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING (SCORED)
Based on your responses to the questions in Part III of this supplemental questionnaire, your job-related experience and training will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the eligible list. Please note that narrative responses provided in this section will not be scored but may be used by the hiring authority to determine which applicants they will invite to their hiring interviews.
For the following questions, select the response that best corresponds with your relevant training and/or experience.
1.
Describe your experience receiving and processing a variety of environmental health permits and applications.
I have no experience or a very limited amount of experience performing this task.
I have been trained on how to complete this task but have not done so in a job setting.
I have experience performing this task under close supervision.
I have experience performing this task under normal supervision.
I have experience performing this task and have trained and/or provided consultation to others.
1a.
If you indicated experience, please describe below. If you do not have any experience, please enter "No experience."
2.
Describe your experience generating and sending invoices, processing payments, and providing receipts to customers.
I have no experience or a very limited amount of experience performing this task.
I have been trained on how to complete this task but have not done so in a job setting.
I have experience performing this task under close supervision.
I have experience performing this task under normal supervision.
I have experience performing this task and have trained and/or provided consultation to others.
2a.
If you indicated experience, please describe below. If you do not have any experience, please enter "No experience."
3.
Describe your experience responding by telephone, email, and in person at the front counter to general and specific questions pertaining to environmental health issues from the public.
I have no experience or a very limited amount of experience performing this task.
I have been trained on how to complete this task but have not done so in a job setting.
I have experience performing this task under close supervision.
I have experience performing this task under normal supervision.
I have experience performing this task and have trained and/or provided consultation to others.
3a.
If you indicated experience, please describe below. If you do not have any experience, please enter "No experience."
4.
Describe your experience obtaining information through interviews and dialogue.
I have no experience or a very limited amount of experience performing this task.
I have been trained on how to complete this task but have not done so in a job setting.
I have experience performing this task under close supervision.
I have experience performing this task under normal supervision.
I have experience performing this task and have trained and/or provided consultation to others.
4a.
If you indicated experience, please describe below. If you do not have any experience, please enter "No experience."
5.
Describe your experience preparing correspondence and notifications providing and requesting information to and from customers.
I have no experience or a very limited amount of experience performing this task.
I have been trained on how to complete this task but have not done so in a job setting.
I have experience performing this task under close supervision.
I have experience performing this task under normal supervision.
I have experience performing this task and have trained and/or provided consultation to others.
5a.
If you indicated experience, please describe below. If you do not have any experience, please enter "No experience."
6.
Describe your experience processing, preparing, and issuing permits as needed.
I have no experience or a very limited amount of experience performing this task.
I have been trained on how to complete this task but have not done so in a job setting.
I have experience performing this task under close supervision.
I have experience performing this task under normal supervision.
I have experience performing this task and have trained and/or provided consultation to others.
6a.
If you indicated experience, please describe below. If you do not have any experience, please enter "No experience."
7.
Describe your experience working fairly and courteously with the public.
I have no experience or a very limited amount of experience performing this task.
I have been trained on how to complete this task but have not done so in a job setting.
I have experience performing this task under close supervision.
I have experience performing this task under normal supervision.
I have experience performing this task and have trained and/or provided consultation to others.
7a.
If you indicated experience, please describe below. If you do not have any experience, please enter "No experience."
8.
Describe your experience analyzing situations quickly and objectively and determining proper course of action.
I have no experience or a very limited amount of experience performing this task.
I have been trained on how to complete this task but have not done so in a job setting.
I have experience performing this task under close supervision.
I have experience performing this task under normal supervision.
I have experience performing this task and have trained and/or provided consultation to others.
8a.
If you indicated experience, please describe below. If you do not have any experience, please enter "No experience."
9.
Describe your experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
I have no experience or a very limited amount of experience performing this task.
I have been trained on how to complete this task but have not done so in a job setting.
I have experience performing this task under close supervision.
I have experience performing this task under normal supervision.
I have experience performing this task and have trained and/or provided consultation to others.
9a.
If you indicated experience, please describe below. If you do not have any experience, please enter "No experience."
10.
Describe your experience accepting, logging, and reviewing commercial and residential plans and associated documents for plan checking.
I have no experience or a very limited amount of experience performing this task.
I have been trained on how to complete this task but have not done so in a job setting.
I have experience performing this task under close supervision.
I have experience performing this task under normal supervision.
I have experience performing this task and have trained and/or provided consultation to others.
10a.
If you indicated experience, please describe below. If you do not have any experience, please enter "No experience."
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