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PROJECT SPECIALIST

Salary

$30.32 - $47.03 Hourly

Location

Clark County - Las Vegas, NV

Job Type

PERMANENT

Job Number

28653

Department

Social Services

Division

Social Svcs

Opening Date

01/14/2025

Closing Date

1/28/2025 5:01 PM Pacific

• Description

• Benefits

• Questions

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Clark County Social Services Department is seeking an innovative Project Specialist to join our team in addressing critical community needs in homeless response services. As a key member of our department, you will serve as a liaison for medium to long-term projects, combining technical expertise with practical experience to improve service delivery through data-driven solutions. The ideal candidate will work at the intersection of technology and social services, supporting program development, implementing process improvements, and utilizing information systems to enhance decision-making and outcomes tracking. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by bridging technological solutions with community service needs, while working collaboratively with various County departments and external stakeholders.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience: Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or related field and two (2) years of professional level experience in systems analysis, business applications design and process improvement research. Experience in a field related to the work may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis.

Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted.

Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note, Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Provides assistance to project management in the design, development, modification and implementation of a major departmental systems application. Works closely with information technology staff and consultants; provides information regarding departmental systems and requirements to meet all processing needs. Collectively works with departmental staff and external staff to design and develop new case management automation functionality. Conducts various research; gathers and analyzes information; conducts studies; simulates hardware and software problems; tests and evaluates alternative solutions; makes appropriate recommendations; develops processing steps; assists in the development of test data; designs input and output forms and documents; assists in the design of screens. Writes program documentation, procedures and instructions; assists department staff in the implementation of new and/or modified programs. Troubleshoots software problems as needed. Confers with other department staff regarding assigned functional program areas. Makes presentations to staff and other departments and/or organizations on systems design and functionality. Conducts design sessions and training workshops for staff and various external resources. Coordinates and maintains time lines for the development of new management systems. Assists in developing goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for the department pertaining to functionality and modeling; assists in preparation of design approach documentation, screen specifications; testing; preparation of Help Files; and design of training programs. Makes recommendations regarding new design, management reports and business practices to achieve alternatives. Serves as liaison between the project and other County departments, as well as external agencies. Prepares a variety of technical, statistical and narrative reports, correspondence and other documentation. Maintains accurate records and files related to the new design and development area of assignment.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Uses a variety of standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work; utilizes a variety of software applications to create documents, maintain various spreadsheets, prepare a variety of materials for presentations, conduct research, and other related job functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment, stamina to remain seated and maintain concentration for an extended period of time, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.

Come Make a Difference and Join the Clark County Family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Flexible Schedules including 4/10 options

• More Money in Your Pocket

• 100% Employer Paid Defined Benefit Retirement

• No Social Security Deduction

• No State Income Taxes

• Two Employer Sponsored Health Plans Offered - Choice of PPO or EPO (hybrid of HMO)

• Medical (https://www.clarkcountynv.gov/government/departments/risk_management/employee_and_retiree_health_benefits.php#outer-2778) - Employer pays 90% of premium

• Pharmacy Benefits (30, 90-day retail or mail order fills)

• 24/7 Telephone Advice Nurse - no employee cost

• Teledoc, Doctoroo, and Dispatch Health

• Retiree insurance – eligible after 5 years of service

• Dental

• Vision

• Life Insurance – Employer Paid

• AD&D – Employer Paid

• Long Term Disability – Employer Paid

• Generous Leave Accruals that include:

• 13 Paid Holidays including a Floating Birthday Holiday

• Paid Vacation Leave

• Paid Sick Leave

• Holiday Leave

• Other leave options

• Catastrophic Leave

• Parental Leave – Up to 90 days

• Wide Variety of Voluntary Benefits that include

• Guardian – Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-Term Disability Insurance.

• Trustmark – Permanent Life Insurance benefits and long-term care.

• Sunlife Financial – Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance

• TASC – Flexible Spending Account – FSA & Dependent Day Care Debit Card Available

• Morgan Stanley – Deferred Compensation Plan

• Employee Assistance Program

• Onsite Fitness Center – $12/month

*Benefits vary and are subject to change depending on assignment, hiring organization and bargaining unit.

01

The following questions 1-4 will be used to assist in determining if candidates meet the minimum qualifications. Which best describes your level of education?

• Some High School

• High School Diploma or GED

• Trade School or Technical Degree

• Some College (1-29 semester credits)

• Some College (30-59 semester credits)

• Some College (60-89 semester credits)

• Some College (90-120+ semester credits)

• Associate's Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree or higher

• None of the above

  02

  List all degrees received that are directly related to the position (see template below).

  College/University:

  Did you graduate:

  College Major/Minor:

  Semester Credits Completed:

  Degree Received:

  03

  Indicate your full-time professional experience systems analysis, business applications design and process improvement research.

• No Experience

• Less than 2 years

• 2 to 3 years

• 3 to 4 years

• 4 to 5 years

• 5 to 6 years

• More than 6 years

  04

  Please list all employer(s) and each job title on your application where your experience was obtained in question(s) 3. The template provided below must be completed in its entirety or the application will be considered incomplete and not eligible to move forward in the process. Type N/A if you have no related experience (see template below). Do not list "see attached resume"

  Employer Name:

Job Title:

Hours Worked Per Week:

Dates of Employment:

05

The following skills assessment is a self-assessment used to evaluate an applicant's training and experience.

I understand that:

A) Part-time experience must be prorated and credited as half of full-time experience (i.e., if you performed the task for two years in a part-time position, 20 hours per week, you can only credit yourself with one year of experience in that area)

B) The education, knowledge, and experience levels indicated by my skills assessment responses must be supported and clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of my application;

C) Any falsification or misrepresentation of the information listed on the employment application or skills assessment may result in removal from the eligibility list or rescinding a job offer;

D) Responses to assessment questions that are not supported and clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections on the application may result in question scores being adjusted to receive zero points;

E) Assessment scores may be used to consider applicants for the selection process;

F) I further understand that since exam scores will be automatically generated based on the applicant's response to each item in the assessment, score appeals will not be allowed for this recruitment.

• I have read and understand the above information regarding the completion of the following skills assessment questions. I further understand that this recruitment includes a skills assessment and that the answers I provide must be consistent with the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections detailed on my application and that scoring appeals will not be allowed for this recruitment.

  06

  Indicate your full-time professional experience working at a lead, supervisory or managerial level in a government, human services, or non-profit setting.

• No Experience

• Less than 2 years

• 2 to 3 years

• 3 to 4 years

• 4 to 5 years

• More than 5 years

  07

  Please indicate the number of employees you have led or supervised in government, human services or non-profit setting.

• None

• 1 to 3 employees

• 4 to 6 employees

• 7 to 10 employees

• More than 10 employees

  08

  Please list all employer(s) and each job title on your application where your experience was obtained in question(s) 6-7. The template provided below must be completed in its entirety or the application will be considered incomplete and not eligible to move forward in the process. Type N/A if you have no related experience (see template below). Do not list "see attached resume"

  Employer Name:

Job Title:

Hours Worked Per Week:

Dates of Employment:

09

Indicate your full-time professional experience with project or program management.

• No Experience

• Less than 2 years

• 2 to 3 years

• 3 to 4 years

• 4 to 5 years

• More than 5 years

  10

  Indicate how many concurrent projects have you successfully managed while maintaining quality deliverables in your previous roles.

• None

• 1 to 2 projects

• 3 to 4 projects

• 5 to 6 projects

• More than 6 projects

  11

  Please indicate which of the following applications or software you have used for project tracking and project monitoring. (Select all that apply)

• None

• Asana

• Jira

• Monday

• Smartsheet

• Trello

• Wrike

• Other

  12

  If you indicated "Other" in question 11, please list what applications or software you have used for project tracking and management. If this does not apply, type N/A.

  13

  Please indicate which of the following Project Management Methodologies you have utilized to effectively manage projects. (Select all that apply)

• None

• Agile

• Lean

• Scrum

• Waterfall

• Other

  14

  If you indicated "Other" in question 13, please list what Project Management Methodologies you have utilized to effectively manage projects. If this does not apply, type N/A.

  15

  Please list all employer(s) and each job title on your application where your experience was obtained in question(s) 9-14. The template provided below must be completed in its entirety or the application will be considered incomplete and not eligible to move forward in the process. Type N/A if you have no related experience (see template below). Do not list "see attached resume"

  Employer Name:

Job Title:

Hours Worked Per Week:

Dates of Employment:

16

Indicate your full-time professional experience conducting basic project tracking and milestone monitoring.

• No Experience

• Less than 2 years

• 2 to 3 years

• 3 to 4 years

• 4 to 5 years

• More than 5 years

  17

  Indicate your full-time professional experience developing and refining monitoring frameworks, conducting risk assessments, and lead project audits.

• No Experience

• Less than 2 years

• 2 to 3 years

• 3 to 4 years

• 4 to 5 years

• More than 5 years

  18

  Indicate your full-time professional experience implementing monitoring systems and performed regular project health checks.

• No Experience

• Less than 2 years

• 2 to 3 years

• 3 to 4 years

• 4 to 5 years

• More than 5 years

  19

  Please list all employer(s) and each job title on your application where your experience was obtained in question(s) 16-18. The template provided below must be completed in its entirety or the application will be considered incomplete and not eligible to move forward in the process. Type N/A if you have no related experience (see template below). Do not list "see attached resume"

  Employer Name:

Job Title:

Hours Worked Per Week:

Dates of Employment:

20

Indicate your full-time professional experience with presenting project outcomes and writing progress reports.

• No Experience

• Less than 2 years

• 2 to 3 years

• 3 to 4 years

• 4 to 5 years

• More than 5 years

  21

  Indicate your full-time professional experience preparing monthly or quarterly status reports, financial reports, functional documentation, and presentations for stakeholders or senior management.

• No Experience

• Less than 2 years

• 2 to 3 years

• 3 to 4 years

• 4 to 5 years

• More than 5 years

  22

  Indicate your full-time professional experience creating comprehensive program evaluations, executive summaries, and led strategic planning presentations.

• No Experience

• Less than 2 years

• 2 to 3 years

• 3 to 4 years

• 4 to 5 years

• More than 5 years

  23

  Please list all employer(s) and each job title on your application where your experience was obtained in question(s) 20-22. The template provided below must be completed in its entirety or the application will be considered incomplete and not eligible to move forward in the process. Type N/A if you have no related experience (see template below). Do not list "see attached resume"

  Employer Name:

Job Title:

Hours Worked Per Week:

Dates of Employment:

24

Indicate your full-time professional experience coordinating tasks, work or communication with immediate team members and direct stakeholders.

• No Experience

• Less than 2 years

• 2 to 3 years

• 3 to 4 years

• 4 to 5 years

• More than 5 years

  25

  Indicate your full-time professional experience managing relationships across departments and with external partners for cross-functional collaboration.

• No Experience

• Less than 2 years

• 2 to 3 years

• 3 to 4 years

• 4 to 5 years

• More than 5 years

  26

  Indicate your full-time professional experience leading complex stakeholder ecosystems and developing strategic partnerships.

• No Experience

• Less than 2 years

• 2 to 3 years

• 3 to 4 years

• 4 to 5 years

• More than 5 years

  27

  Please list all employer(s) and each job title on your application where your experience was obtained in question(s) 24-26. The template provided below must be completed in its entirety or the application will be considered incomplete and not eligible to move forward in the process. Type N/A if you have no related experience (see template below). Do not list "see attached resume"

  Employer Name:

Job Title:

Hours Worked Per Week:

Dates of Employment:

28

Do you currently hold a valid driver's license?

• Yes, I currently hold a valid Nevada driver's license.

• Yes, I currently hold a valid driver's license from another state.

• No, I do not currently hold a valid driver's license.

  Required Question

Agency

Clark County

Address

500 S. Grand Central Pkwy, 3rd Floor PO Box 551791 Las Vegas, Nevada, 89155-1791

Phone

(702)455-4565

Website

http://www.clarkcountynv.gov

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