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This position is the advanced journey level technical class assigned to the Human Resources Department in the Unified School District and Community College District responsible for the recruitment of teachers, paraprofessionals, and other technical/clerical staff and the processing of a variety of personnel documents requiring specialized knowledge of the state credential processes and retirement provisions.
The 1486 Educational Credentials and Recruitment Specialist classification is distinguished from the 1204 Sr. Personnel Clerk in that the major focus of the latter class is the performance of difficult and specialized personnel clerical tasks, and the supervision of subordinates.
May be assigned to supervise clerical staff.
According to Civil Service Commission Rule 9, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this class(es) code and are not intended to be an inclusive list.
1. Interviews and advises teachers and applicants for other certificated positions regarding requirements for state educational credentials and permits; interviews prospective teachers, applicants, and employees regarding city and state rules and regulations for certification and retirement.
2. Processes and mails credential applications to the state board of education for review; and tracks, types, and mails credential expiration notices to teachers.
3. Assists in the determination of recruitment needs; recommends recruitment plans for classified and certificated staff through research and interaction with school district staff; and visits and conducts recruitment activities at various educational institution campuses and other facilities.
4. Reviews all appointments and transfers for certification authorization; analyzes education and experience of applicants; interprets codes and rules; and recommends approval or disapproval of appointments based on certification and credential standards.
5. Processes and assigns staff to cover vacancies; and maintains vacancy database.
6. Corresponds with applicants and teacher training institutions regarding requirements and educational courses for certification; issues county preliminary certificates for student teachers; issues county temporary certificates, waivers, and permits for certificated staff; witnesses legal documents, oaths, affidavits, permits and verifications.
7. Creates and maintains computer database file of state credentials, name changes, retirements, resignations and dismissals. Develops and maintains a computer database file of activities and functions related to the recruitment process.
8. Assists in coordinating, scheduling, preparing materials for and conducting training and orientation sessions, tests, meetings, and workshops for certificated staff and applicants.
Knowledge of: human resources practices and procedures, school district operations, and personnel transactions; general office practices and procedures; record keeping and file maintenance systems; basic computer applications methods; procedures involved in automating records and files; and basic research that relates to recruitment and retention methods.
Ability to: read, understand, and apply instructions, policies, laws, and regulations related to the credential process, recruitment and personnel matters; communicate effectively and courteously both orally and in writing; make important and sometimes persuasive contact with the general public, applicants, departmental representatives, employees, outside organizations and agencies; complete assignments with initiative and independence; identify problems and recommend possible solutions; maintain effective working relationships with persons of diverse social, cultural and economic backgrounds; train and supervise subordinate staff; and learn and use various software programs and automated computer systems.