9920-Public Service Aide - Assistant To Professionals

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CITY AND COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES

9912, 9914, 9916, 9920, 9922, 9924 PUBLIC SERVICE AIDE

Definition: The positions in the Public Service Aide series are designed to offer various types of trainee or entry level employment opportunities in a variety of settings. These positions provide an introduction to career options and role models while allowing incumbents to learn about the work environment. Some positions may be allocated for participants in special programs designed to reach disadvantaged youth, those who have encountered difficulty in obtaining employment, or other special populations.

9912 PUBLIC SERVICE AIDE - TECHNICAL

Under supervision, assists in various phases of the development and implementation of specific art projects and cultural events; requires technical knowledge and ability for the performance of duties.

In some positions, under immediate supervision as a trainee, incumbents learn to perform a variety of tasks relative to acquisition of technological skills in various art subject areas; attend training classes directly related to the duties performed.

9914 PUBLIC SERVICE AIDE - ADMINISTRATIVE

Under supervision, assists in the performance of a variety of duties related to the activities of the assigned departmental unit; performs a limited scope of routine tasks at a paraprofessional level; may be responsible for the compilation of data; carries out routine procedures; assists in the implementation of programs and the maintenance of related records and reports.

9916 PUBLIC SERVICE AIDE - SPECIAL PROGRAMS

Under immediate supervision, performs a variety of non-technical manual labor tasks in the maintenance of streets, grounds, and other public property.

In some positions, incumbents receive an introduction to department functions and assist in unskilled maintenance or record keeping tasks. In some positions, incumbents maintain order on transit vehicles, provide information to the public and prevent damage to public property. In some positions, incumbents may receive training related to the program in which they are participating.

9920 PUBLIC SERVICE AIDE - ASSISTANT TO PROFESSIONALS

Under minimum supervision, assists in the performance of a variety of duties related to the functions of the assigned departmental unit; carries out complex tasks on a limited basis in direct support of professional level personnel; may be responsible for researching and compiling data; assists in the preparation of related reports and documents; assists in the implementation of programs; assists in the investigation and mediation of legal matters.

9912, 9914, 9916, 9920, 9922, 9924 PUBLIC SERVICE AIDE

9922 PUBLIC SERVICE AIDE - ASSOCIATE TO PROFESSIONALS

Under minimum direction, performs a variety of duties requiring a high level of responsibility; carries out complex tasks relative to the performance of management functions; may be responsible for supervising subordinates; researches and analyzes data; investigates and advises in legal matters; and prepares legal documents.

9924 PUBLIC SERVICE AIDE - HEALTH SERVICES

Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of duties related to the services provided through health care facilities; may be responsible for disseminating health care information to the general public and specific target population, such as seniors, physically disabled, mentally disabled; provides non-nursing support services to patients.

Some positions, under immediate supervision in a trainee capacity, learn to perform a variety of duties related to a specific health care area; attends training classes directly related to the performance of duties.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Training and Experience: Applicants will be required to meet guidelines as established for each program; requirements for previous training and experience will be minimal.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Requires an indicated interest and aptitude in those skills associated with the target employment and a willingness and ability to acquire the needed skills and academic standards through training and work experience.

Adopted: March 12, 1981

Amended: October 8, 1997

Standard information

Disaster service work

All City and County of San Francisco employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

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