County of Kings - California

WE’RE HIRING: SOCIAL SERVICES WORKER III - CPS ***EXTENDED CLOSING DATE: 03/14/25*** The Kings County Human Service Agency is offering exciting career opportunities for motivated and self-driven individuals for the position of Social Service Worker in the Child Protective Services Unit. There are multiple vacancies in the Human Service Agency. Future vacancies for this position may be filled from the eligible list to be established. The typical life of an eligible list is six months. With Kings County you can always apply for positions that match your skills and interests! For more information and to apply visit: https://bit.ly/4h5y0W5 #KingsCounty #KingsCountyCA #cacounties #RuralCA #WereHiring #GetAJob

WE’RE HIRING: SOCIAL SERVICE PRACTITIONER - CPS ? The County of Kings Human Services Agency is seeking dedicated and compassionate professionals to join our team as Social Service Practitioners – CPS. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families while advancing their careers in social services. We offer competitive wages, excellent benefits, and a robust retirement plan. ? CURRENTLY ENROLLED IN A MASTER'S OF SOCIAL WORK (MSW) PROGRAM? Students currently enrolled in a Master's of Social Work Program from an accredited college and who are expected to graduate on or around Spring 2025 or Summer 2025 may submit an application. However, education requirements must be met by August 31, 2025. (Applicants will not be able to start employment with the County until the applicant can provide documents to the Human Services Agency that they have successfully completed the degree.) ? Join our team and help strengthen families, protect children, and build a healthier community in Kings County! ? With Kings County you can always apply for positions that match your skills and interest! For more information and to apply visit: https://bit.ly/4kuJhlM #KingsCounty #KingsCountyCA #cacounties #RuralCA #WereHiring #GetAJob

WE’RE HIRING: COUNTY FIRE CHIEF The County of Kings is seeking a highly experienced fire executive to serve as the County Fire Chief. The incumbent will provide oversight and direction to the various divisions and organizational units of the Fire department, while operating within state and federal legal requirements and regulations, County ordinances, and policies and procedural guidelines. With Kings County you can always apply for positions that match your skills and interest! For more information and to apply visit: https://bit.ly/3QKWIAE #KingsCounty #KingsCountyCA #cacounties #RuralCA #WereHiring #GetAJob

WE’RE HIRING: WELFARE FRAUD INVESTIGATOR I/II ? The Human Services Agency is looking to fill one current Welfare Fraud Investigator position in the Special Investigations Unit. Incumbents conduct investigations relating to suspected fraudulent receipt of aid, locates and interviews person, obtains and presents facts and evidence to support administration action or prosecution, and negotiates for and secures payment of funds fraudulently obtained. The ideal candidate must deal effectively with citizens and public officials under conditions requiring tack and good judgment. ? With Kings County you can always apply for positions that match your skills and interest! ? For more information and to apply visit: https://bit.ly/4kpRNm7 #KingsCounty #KingsCountyCA #cacounties #RuralCA #WereHiring #GetAJob

WE’RE HIRING: LEGAL SECRETARY ? The County of Kings is seeking one Legal Secretary with excellent organizational and communication skills who displays initiative, integrity, and sound judgement to work in the District Attorney's Office. This journey-level classification is responsible for independently performing routine to complex legal secretarial and administrative support duties in support of one or more attorneys. Positions at this level exercise judgment and initiative in their assigned tasks, receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. ? With Kings County you can always apply for positions that match your skills and interest! ? For more information and to apply visit: https://bit.ly/3DhKvQC #KingsCounty #KingsCountyCA #cacounties #RuralCA #WereHiring #GetAJob

WE’RE HIRING: AUDITOR-ACCOUNTANT *EXTENDED TO 03/10/25* ? The Assessor’s Office is looking for a dynamic Auditor-Accountant to play a key role in financial analysis, budgeting, and property tax auditing. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your expertise in a leadership-driven environment while contributing to the efficiency and transparency of county operations. If you’re ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role with excellent benefits and career growth potential, we want to hear from you! ? With Kings County you can always apply for positions that match your skills and interest! ? For more information and to apply visit: https://bit.ly/40Yuwi8 #KingsCounty #KingsCountyCA #cacounties #RuralCA #WereHiring #GetAJob

BATTLE OF THE BADGES 2024! ???? Kings County is honored to have won the 2024 Battle of the Badges! In 2023 the County had 63 donors/units of blood. In 2024 , we beat our previous year record with117 donors and 103 units of blood collected! Our thanks to the Central California Blood Center for their support of the blood drive, and the Kings County Department of Public Health for facilitating! We appreciate all who donated this past year, and are excited to defend the title of South Valley Champions in 2025! #KingsCounty #KingsCountyCA #cacounties #RuralCA

WE’RE HIRING: SOCIAL SERVICES WORKER III - CPS The Kings County Human Service Agency is offering exciting career opportunities for motivated and self-driven individuals for the position of Social Service Worker in the Child Protective Services Unit. There are multiple vacancies in the Human Service Agency. Future vacancies for this position may be filled from the eligible list to be established. The typical life of an eligible list is six months. With Kings County you can always apply for positions that match your skills and interests! For more information and to apply visit: https://bit.ly/4h5y0W5 #KingsCounty #KingsCountyCA #cacounties #RuralCA #WereHiring #GetAJob

KINGS COUNTY ALERT: New 357 Area Code Coming to the 559 Area Code Region Effective February 26, 2025, Kings County (and all 559 jurisdictions) will add a new area code (357) to the existing 559 region. This overlay is the addition of another area code (357) to the same geographic region as the existing area code (559). The overlay does not require customers to change their existing area code or telephone numbers, or make calls. ??What should customers do? ?? Customers should ensure that all services, automatic dialing equipment, or other types of equipment recognize the new 357 area code as a valid area code and continue to store or program telephone numbers as 10-digit numbers. Some examples are: stored telephone numbers in contact lists in cordless or wireless phones, PBXs, fax machines, Internet dial-up numbers, speed dialers, call forwarding settings, voicemail services, medical alert devices, safety alarm security systems and gates, ankle monitors and/or other similar equipment. ??Beginning February 26th, it will become mandatory for customers with the 559 and 357 area codes to dial “1” plus the area code and telephone number for all calls, including local calls within the same area code. ??What remains the same? ?? Telephone numbers, including the current area code. ?? The price of a call, coverage area, or other rates and services will not change due to the overlay. ?? What is a local call now will remain a local call. ?? Customers will continue to dial 1+10 digits for local calls within and between the overlay area codes, and 1+10 digits for long distance calls. ?? Customers can still dial just three digits to reach 911 and 988, as well as 211, 311, 411, 511, 611, 711 or 811 if those are currently available in their community. If you have any questions regarding information provided here, please contact your local service provider. You may also visit the California Public Utilities Commission website at https://lnkd.in/gvmWmvdb. #KingsCounty #KingsCountyCA #cacounties #RuralCA

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Kings County Board of Supervisors Proclaims February as Black History Month The Kings County Board of Supervisors proudly announces the adoption of a resolution recognizing February 2025 as Black History Month. This resolution reaffirms the County's commitment to celebrating the rich cultural heritage, contributions, and achievements of Black Americans throughout history and in our community. #KingsCounty #KingsCountyCA #cacounties #RuralCA