Responsibilities and Qualifications: Develops appraisal studies and/or sales studies for all property categories, audits assessment rolls, computes millage rollbacks, ensures equity in personal property, compiles IFT and Top 25 property owners report, maintains necessary certification and keeps up to date on new legislation, court cases and key issues affecting the equalization process.

Core course requirements for a Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field, knowledge of assessment administration and building construction. Ability to operate a database, spreadsheet and appraisal computer software. Certified at Level III, Michigan Advanced Assessing Officer. Will consider Level I and II certification (Michigan Certified Assessing Officer).

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Bonnie Payton
201 West Kalamazoo Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49007

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Responsibilities and Qualifications: Develop, implement and oversee volunteers for both parents & the community. Recruit, interview, place, train and supervise volunteers. Track volunteer hours and program donations. Facilitate Policy Council & subcommittee meetings. Update program materials; assist in recruitment of enrollment & volunteers; collaboration with external agencies.

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Family Studies, Counseling, Psychology, or related field required, or any comparable combination of education, training and experience. Knowledge, experience and skills in assisting the parents of young children in advocating and decision-making for their families and have knowledge of community resources is necessary. Experience in public speaking strongly desired. Interviewing skills and organizational skills with the ability to plan and implement large and/or small group activities is required. Creative and energetic individual strongly desired. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

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HCS Employment Coordinator
Health and Community Services Dept.
3299 Gull Rd., P. O. Box 42
Kalamazoo, MI 49048-1295

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Responsibilities and Qualifications: Maintenance and development of new Geographic Information Systems (GIS) layers, perform analyses and answer spatial queries, document current and new procedures, maintain metadata, act as GIS liaison within county, educate and assist GIS users, coordinate current and new GIS projects.

A working knowledge of ESRI GIS software products, including ArcView GIS, and other software packages including word processing, spreadsheet and database applications. Experience in applying GPS technologies. Experience in computer hardware and networking. A degree in GIS or a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of five years hands-on experience in applying and administering GIS technologies. Excellent people skills, good organizational skills, communication skills and attention to detail. Firm work ethic with ability and willingness to learn.

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Kalamazoo County, Dept of Planning & Community Development
201 W. Kalamazoo Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49007

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Responsibilities and Qualifications: Provide leadership for Center for Health Equity through internal and external collaborations and initiatives to motivate traditional and non-traditional Public Health partners to take collective action to determine barriers to health equity and address fundamental causes of inequity in the distribution of disease and illness in Kalamazoo County. Strengthen community competency and capacity to address policies, regulations, institutions, systems, etc. Provide education, training and technical expertise to partners, groups, and individuals. Research evidence-based solutions and facilitate implementation including grant writing. Develop learning culture that supports equity and recognizes and honors cultural differences.

Bachelor degree in health education, social work or related field, Master’s preferred; minimum 3-5 years experience directing community collaborations/initiatives required; or comparable combination of education, experience and training. Knowledge of health inequities, social determinants of health, community capacity building, policy development, and systems work. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with ability to influence and motivate others to change are strongly desired. Experience conducting training needs assessments, developing training materials, and conducting training sessions desired. Ability to work independently and creatively, with strong leadership, problem solving and time management skills.

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HCS Employment Coordinator
Health and Community Services Dept.
3299 Gull Rd., P. O. Box 42
Kalamazoo, MI 49048-1295

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Responsibilities and Qualifications: Prepare and process court documents, run LEIN (Law Enforcement Information Network), and remain up to date on the interdependency of the Criminal/Traffic Clerk Offices. Assist all parties regarding court procedures via the phone or in person. Maintain probationer files including preparation, dissemination, and purging. Remove appropriate records after probationer has complied with court order for specific case types. Enter case information into District Court Case Management System—JIS. Coordinate department calendar, document appointments, and confirm appointments with appropriate parties. Schedule probation cases for arraignments, hearings, investigations, etc. Assist defendants and public with any questions they might have. Manage and route incoming mail.

High school diploma or equivalent required. Classes with emphasis in office/administrative functions or some related office experience a plus. Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills required. Skilled in use of computer and word processing and spreadsheet applications, Word and Excel preferred. Keyboarding skills of 55+ WPM highly desired. Must be able to organize and prioritize a high volume of cases and possess strong time management skills. Must be able to work in a high stress environment dealing with people from all walks of life. Must be able to be bonded.

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Tina Keifer
150 E. Crosstown Pkwy
Kalamazoo, MI 49001

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Responsibilities and Qualifications: Input data, manage and manipulate State-sponsored database, use Microsoft programs, create reports for staff and partner groups, work with program participants daily via phone and in person. Track expenditures and receipts using Excel, work closely with 4H leadership. Actively participate at the 4H County Fair Auction and other program events that occur during the year.

High school diploma or GED Certification with five-years related office experience; or any comparable combination of experience, education, or training. Associate degree preferred. Must have effective written and verbal communication skills, strong organizational and time management skills, and basic computer skills including experience with word processing, spreadsheets, database data entry and retrieval, and desktop publishing. Make arrangements for events, good problem-solving skills, able to balance multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Maintain confidentiality of participant information.

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Karen M. Smeltzer, CPS
Administrative Assistant
MSU Extension—Kalamazoo County
P.O. Box 42
Nazareth, MI 49074-0042

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Responsibilities and Qualifications: Determine program eligibility, administer and distribute food benefits, complete program intake process by documenting anthropometrical and hematological measurements; provide program orientation to new participants. Collaborate with community agencies regarding referrals and outreach activities. Participate in annual reporting and chart review activities.

High school diploma or equivalent with two years public health or community health service experience. Experience with community resources essential. Ability to work effectively with diverse populations. Ability to graph growth grids and calculate body mass index (BMI). Ability to become proficient in performing hematological blood draws, prior experience a plus. Basic clerical, computer and math skills are necessary along with good organizational skills and effective communication skills. Reliable transportation. Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly desired.

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HCS Employment Coordinator
Kalamazoo County Government
Health and Community Services Dept.
3299 Gull Rd., P. O. Box 42
Kalamazoo, MI 49048-1295

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Responsibilities and Qualifications: Employees in Youth Specialist positions at the Juvenile Home usually start part-time or on-call. Applications are kept on file for these positions and are reviewed as openings become available. Supervise the safety and security of juveniles placed by the court in a secure facility. Provide positive reinforcement and discipline in order to ensure the safety and security of all residents and facility staff. Supervise a wide variety of activities designed to benefit residents. Conduct individual and group interactions with residents, co-workers and administration. .
Two (2) years college-level training in criminal justice, sociology, psychology, or related human services, with completion of undergraduate degree preferred. Experience working with juveniles required; experience working with troubled, at risk or delinquent youth preferred.

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Frank Weichlein, Superintendent
Juvenile Home
1424 Gull Road
Kalamazoo, MI 49048

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