Position Title: Purchasing Administrator
Location: County Judge's Office
Salary: $56,984

Apply on Indeed.com or email resume to:  hr@co.sebastian.ar.us

Job Summary

Direct all functions as they relate to the purchasing activities of Sebastian County. Responsible for contracting, bids, fleet management, fixed assets management, inventory control, and real property insurance. Monitors the budgets for all County departments to ensure purchases comply with all County, State, and Federal directives.

Job Duties

• Directs preparation of formal bid specifications for competitive bids. Prepares bid invitation documents and directs the awarding of bids ensuring compliance with applicable County, State, and Federal laws.
• Assist in the preparation of administrative department budgets by providing cost estimates for use in annual budget estimates. Authorizes all capital purchases, leases, and related items for all county offices.
• Maintains property insurance coverage for the County by selecting carrier, maintaining documentation on policies, and processing casualty, property, and accident claims and report claims.
• Reviews contracts for contract type, pricing provisions, selection of source, validity of acquisition method, consideration of alternate sources, completeness and accuracy of documentation, clarity of contract terms, and use of cited funds. Analyzes the market and recommends major purchases of materials and supplies based on anticipated changes in prices.
• Responsible for the negotiation of contracts and contract modifications. Works with contractors and engineers to ensure work is completed as agreed. Provides direction as needed regarding the legal aspects of a contract.
• Reviews applicable grant documentation to ensure grant-related purchases meet grant requirements. Works with the Grant Administrator and other relevant departments to assist with bids for grant purchases.
• Approves all purchase orders, ensuring compliance, correct account coding, and adequate funding in accordance with County, State, and Federal regulations.
• Prepares reports and recommendations to Quorum Court related to purchases, projects, and administrative policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, or accounting preferred.
• Requires strong administration, budgeting, excellent communication and writing skills.
• Knowledge of and the ability to use Microsoft products, including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.

Position Title: Maitenance Tech ADC
Location: Sebastian County Detention Center
Salary: $36,947

Apply on Indeed.com or email resume to:  hr@co.sebastian.ar.us

Job Summary

The employee is responsible for the maintenance and mechanical systems of both the Adult Detention Center and Juvenile Detention Centers.   Must have experience with plumbing, electrical, and mechanical system maintenance and repair.  The employee will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of various mechanical systems, plumbing, electrical, heat, and air systems. The employee is also responsible for the upkeep of the ADC and JDC grounds such as keeping debris off sidewalks, etc.  Duties are performed under limited supervision.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED
• Two years of general maintenance and repairs.
• Knowledge of and use of a multitude of small tools.
• Knowledge of air conditioners and heating, light carpentry experience, general electrical and plumbing are required.
• Basic computer skills.

Position Title: Courts Bailiff
Location: Courthouse Security
Salary: $38,307

Apply on Indeed.com or email resume to:  hr@co.sebastian.ar.us

Job Summary

All bailiffs are fully certified Law Enforcement Officers who may effect arrests and work under the supervision of a Division Commander. Our goal is to provide citizens, litigants, jurors, attorneys, court employees, and judges with a safe and secure venue in which to work and conduct business. The incumbent must be a citizen of the United States. The position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required. 
• Law Enforcement Certification
• Basic computer skills
• Valid Driver’s License

Position Title: Seasonal Mower
Location: County Road Dept. - Greenwood
Salary: $15.00 hourly

Apply on Indeed.com or email app/resume to:  hr@co.sebastian.ar.us

Job Summary

Work involves maintenance of County rights-of-way, operating a tractor with a mowing unit and manual labor duties. Performs other duties assigned or deemed necessary.

Qualifications

•       Must be 18 years of age or older
•       Previous experience operating tractors with a mowing unit
•       Must have a valid Arkansas Driver’s License

Position Title:  Park Maintenance – Seasonal Part-Time       Department:  Ben Geren Park
Salary:  $15.00 an hour

Apply on Indeed or Email Resume to:  hr@co.sebastian.ar.us 

Job Summary:

Primarily responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the softball and soccer complexes at Ben Geren Park. Performs other related duties as assigned by the Park Maintenance Supervisor. Performs work involving the use of equipment including mowers, tractors, loaders, trucks, and other turf maintenance equipment. Grounds-keeping experience required. Prior experience in sports field maintenance is preferred.

Minimum Entry Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma or GED is required
• Prior grounds-keeping experience a plus
• Must be able to operate utility vehicles, mowers, tractors, and small lawn care equipment such  as weed eaters and chainsaws.

Position Title         Probation Officer I
Location:               Mental Health Court
Salary:                    $37,097 - 42,077

Job Summary:

The Probation Officer I is responsible for assisting in the supervision of adult offenders placed on parole or probation. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Functions

Reviews policies, procedures, regulations, and conditions of parole or probation and establishes the frequency of office visits. Observes and may participate in the counseling of parolees/probationers during office visits and refers them to various agencies for assistance such as substance abuse counseling and treatment, employment, education, and human services. Maintains chronological history of contacts with parolees/probationers and/or actions taken related to parole or probation records and prepares reports. Makes home and community visits to verify parole/probation information and recommends follow-up visits if parolees/probationers are adhering to conditions of parole/probation and to assist them with the community adjustment process. Assists in the administering of the board or court-ordered and random drug tests on parolees/probationers and observes or assists in writing parole violation warrants or probation violation reports when test results are positive. Observes the serving of warrants, making arrests of parole violators, or assisting in contacting of the appropriate authority to issue warrants for the arrest of probation violators. May assist in parole/probation violation investigations by providing support in researching criminal activity and technical violations and assisting in the writing of the summary of the investigation. May observe or assist in submitting progress reports to other states regarding the behavior, residence, and employment information of interstate compact parolees/probationers being supervised by Arkansas under their supervision. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Position Title: County Clerk Clerical (Part-Time)
Location: Greenwood Courthouse
Salary: $15.00

Applicants should submit a Cover letter & Resume to:  
hr@co.sebastian.ar.us or Indeed.com

Job Summary: 

The incumbent under the direction of the Chief Deputy Clerk/Office Manager and County Clerk manages the day-to-day operation of the Records Office wherein are housed current and archival records of both Clerk and Recorder. Records and maintains Uniform Commercial Code filings, State and Federal Tax liens, Medical/Hospital Liens, and Mechanic’s/Artisan’s Liens. Incumbent handles fees for receipt, processing, and deposit. Incumbent issues and records marriage licenses and will forward original coupons to Little Rock. Prepares notice for return of license. The incumbent maintains files and records articles of incorporation, assumed name, general partnership, minister’s credentials, and doctors' and nurses’ licenses. Answers correspondence related to marriage records and prepares certified copies. Will perform duties of Voter Registration, early voting, and absentee voting during elections. The incumbent is a commissioned/sworn Deputy and is authorized to take and administer oaths to witnesses and persons commissioned in office in the State of Arkansas.  The position is governed by state statutes, County Ordinances, and policies and procedures of the County Clerk/Recorder. This position is subject to a State Legislative audit. Revenue from this office averages $789,000 annually. Records include, but are not limited to uniform Commercial Code filings and liens on personal property, and real estate records and liens securing mortgages of an unlimited and indeterminable value and affecting title or real estate from the patent of the United States forward. Marriage License, Articles of Incorporation, Assumed Name, General Partnership, Ministers Credentials, and Doctors and Nurses licenses.

Minimum Entry Qualifications:

• The incumbent must be able to prioritize and organize work to meet numerous deadlines.
• Must have excellent communication, problem-solving and analytical skills.
• The incumbent must possess good computer and general office practices and procedures skills as well as general office equipment knowledge.
• Must have the ability to work without supervision.
• Must be able to interpret complex legal documents and state and federal statutes. 
• Exposed to highly confidential and sensitive materials, reports, and conversations; must maintain a high level of confidentiality of office and privacy of litigants. 
• Must be able to perform tasks in highly stressful, fast-paced, high-volume, crowded conditions, requiring a high degree of concentration with constant interruption and the ability to refocus and perform tasks at a high level of efficiency and extreme accuracy.
• Exceptional care is required in filing recording to ensure proper filing/recording sequence. 

Position: Adult Detention Deputy
Location: Adult Detention Center
Salary: $36,881.00

Apply:

Online at Indeed.com  Or Email application/resume to hr@co.sebastian.ar.us

Job Summary

The employee will work under the direct supervision of the Adult Detention Administrator and/or ADC Assistant Administrator.  The employee is responsible for the security and welfare of male and female inmates, providing service to the inmate population, and maintaining a controlled atmosphere to prevent disturbances. Work involves an element of personal danger and the employee must be able to act without direct supervision and exercise independent judgment in meeting emergencies.  The employee also is responsible for the safe and secure transportation of inmates to and from various facilities.  The position is governed by departmental policies and procedures and all laws concerning Adult Detention Center personnel.

Minimum Entry Qualifications:

• High School Graduate or Equivalent
• Knowledge of fundamental constitutional rights of inmates
• Possess the ability to be nondiscriminatory to relate to persons of all social-economic levels and effectively deal with persons regardless of their state of mind or physical condition
• Possess competent coordination and strength required to physically subdue prisoners
• Detention personnel should have good health, emotional maturity, integrity, an interest in the welfare of human beings, the ability to establish interpersonal relationships and to work with aggressive persons, the belief in the capacity of people to change, recognition of the dignity and value of the individual, resourcefulness, patience, the ability to use authority responsibly and continuing interest in professional development
• Be able to work different shifts