State of South Dakota

Title: Computer Assisted Court Recorder Job Description: Job ID: 35742 Agency: Unified Judicial System, Third Judicial Circuit Location: Brookings, Huron, or Watertown, SD Salary: $21.63 per hour The Unified Judicial System (UJS) is dedicated to providing a fair, impartial, and accessible court system that upholds the rule of law and is worthy of the public's trust and confidence. Our vision is justice for all. Our employees are our most valuable resource and crucial to accomplishing our mission. We seek talented and motivated individuals to be the face of the court system and help ensure that the Court and all the people that come before it receives the highest level of service. Our dedicated staff work to enhance community safety and ensure victims' rights while treating all individuals with dignity and respect. The UJS offers a comprehensive benefits package consisting of 11-13 paid holidays every year, extensive sick and vacation leave, paid family leave, military training leave, health and flexible benefits, regular working hours, continuing education opportunities, retirement benefits, a great working environment, and more. Position Purpose: This is a part-time benefited position (20 hours per week) and travel will be required. This position uses computer-assisted digital audio recording systems to record judicial proceedings in a magistrate or circuit court by setting up both portable and fixed equipment and testing it before each hearing where it is used, operating the equipment during proceedings including marking testimony and retrieving it for playback when requested, and maintaining an inventory, in cooperation with UJS IT, of recorded cases that may be retrieved and copied to other mediums, and prepares transcripts of testimony when requested to provide administrative support for judges. Duties may include: - Operating, monitoring, and maintaining computer-assisted recording equipment to produce an official record of arraignments, trials, hearings, dockets, and other court proceedings requiring a record. - Recording appropriate entries of proceedings and other pertinent information such as jury voir dire, seating of new witnesses, objections, verdicts, etc., on the computer log throughout the trial process. - Using appropriate series of commands to create, edit, retrieve, format, print, and store materials electronically; maintaining electronic files; and retrieving, referring to, and reading case files, as assigned. - Managing the judge's court calendar to ensure hearings and trials are held in a timely manner and do not conflict with other court events. - Providing administrative and clerical support to judges to ensure efficient courtroom operations and timely communication. - Performing other work as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Other information: - Graduation from high school or possession of a GED certificate. Three years of experience in an office setting or an equivalent combination of related education and experience. Experience in a court environment is preferred. - Successful completion of a criminal background investigation is required for employment. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of: - courtroom procedures, standards, and ethics; - court procedures and legal systems; - word processing in a network environment; - computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Schedule Plus, and Excel; - general office procedures and practices; - legal terminology; - medical terminology; - drug terminology; - English language, including meaning, spelling, rules, and grammar. Skill in: - typing and/or keyboarding proficiently and quickly; - operation of computer-based word processing equipment and other intelligent micro-computers or terminals; - use of transcription equipment. Ability to: - use analytical skills in working with equipment and computers; - provide consistently accurate work products; - work in a confidential environment; - prioritize assignments and make decisions independently; - understand and proofread technical and legal materials; - understand and use medical and prescription dictionaries; - perform administrative and clerical tasks relevant to the court; - stay up to date with changes in terminology, slang, and reporting procedures; - troubleshoot all UJS equipment that may be used in the courtroom and office; - listen to emotional testimony without reacting or forming opinions; - maintain confidential information and proceedings; - meet timelines and deadlines; - schedule proceedings with multiple parties; - communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally; - maintain a professional demeanor when proceedings become emotional or volatile. The State of South Dakota, Unified Judicial System does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The Unified Judicial System as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire. #LI-Onsite

Title: Nutrition Educator Location: Pierre-SD Work Type: Hybrid, Full Time Job Description: Salary: $24.41 Hourly, depending on qualifications Pay Grade: H This is a Full-Time position with the Department of Health - Division of Family and Community Health. For more information on the Department of Health, please visit https://doh.sd.gov/. The South Dakota Department of Health's programs and services help prevent illness and injury, promote healthy places to live, work and play; provide education to help people make good health decisions; prepare for, respond to, and prevent public health threats; and support efforts to enhance quality and accessibility of healthcare. Our services touch the lives of every person in the state of South Dakota. We recognize that employees are our most valuable resource and we are committed to promoting a culture of excellence in DOH. We trust our employees to be innovative, challenge existing processes, and make the best decisions. We are interested in employing a diverse and skilled workforce that exhibits the values of leadership, accountability, communication, integrity, and teamwork. Public health is a diverse and growing field that offers many career options for people from a variety of educational backgrounds. Imagine yourself as part of a winning team that is making the lives of South Dakotans healthier and safer. The South Dakota Department of Health values flexibility in the workplace. Part of that flexibility includes the ability to work from home. Working from home is a meaningful way to meet individual needs, wants, and desires when it comes to balancing the entire team's home and work lives. That balance is something we value while allowing most positions the opportunity to work remotely up to 3 days a week. Working from home is a privilege and is subject to review depending upon the position. Please visit our website at http://doh.sd.gov/ for further information about the Department of Health and the WIC Program https://www.sd.gov/wic. This opening is for a full-time position with the South Dakota Department of Health for a Nutrition Educator (NE) in the Office of Family Nutrition Services (OFNS). This role supports the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Supplemental Food Program in the North Central Region. The NE works in collaboration with a team under the supervision of a Dietitian Manager. The position provides services for the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Supplemental Food Program which promotes nutrition and healthy lifestyle choices and leads participants to develop a client-centered plan to meet identified needs. Functions of the position include, but are not limited to: - determine participant eligibility, including identity, income, residency, categorical and nutritional risk; - provide nutrition support and education; - conduct nutrition education and health assessments; - provide breastfeeding education and support; - link clients to appropriate health and social resources; - offer nutrition related technical assistance to team members; - deliver nutrition education in community settings; - collaborate on setting nutrition, outreach, and breastfeeding goals for the population served; - provide maternal and child health services, including developmental screenings, infant safe sleep education, and promotion of immunizations, oral health, and other public health initiatives; - build and maintain collaborative relationships with community partners and providers to enhance referrals and explore innovative partnership opportunities. The NE counsels high-risk participants in consultation with a Registered Dietitian, provides nutrition related technical assistance to team members, provides nutrition education in community settings, and works collaboratively to develop nutrition, outreach, and breastfeeding goals for the population served. Work hours extending beyond the 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. workday and on Saturdays may be required. Travel will be required to satellite sites and overnight stays may be required for service delivery, trainings, or meetings. Lifting may be required to do anthropometric measurements of infants and children. Licenses and Certifications: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Nutritional Sciences, Community Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition, Family and Consumer Sciences preferred but will also consider, Human Ecology, Community Health, Human Services, Behavioral Sciences (sociology, psychology, social work) The Ideal Candidate Will Have: The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills that facilitate the establishment and maintenance of effective working relationships at the individual, group, and community levels. Will be organized, plan ahead, and set goals and priorities. Will demonstrate excellent customer service to all people served, and a commitment to maintain a positive work environment. Bilingual or Multilingual preferred. Knowledge of: - motivational interviewing skills; - principles and practices of food and nutrition sciences; - breastfeeding education Infant/child developmental milestone; - infant/child developmental milestones. Skills to: - motivate participants to make decisions/goals on how they would like to improve their nutritional status; - provide nutrition and health information effectively via one-to-one and group settings; virtual settings (teams, telemedicine); phone and text; and/or online; - share education at the client's level of understanding. Ability to: - prioritize and facilitate referrals within the context of multiple and complicated participant needs; - apply federal and state regulations; policies and procedures in the functions of the position; - work both autonomously and in a team environment, demonstrate flexibility; - communicate effectively; - demonstrate cultural competency when working with socioeconomically and culturally diverse populations; - recognize and facilitate opportunities for outreach, marketing, and partnership building; - communicate effectively with interpreters either in-person, by phone, or during virtual service delivery; - multitask, prioritize complex situations and adapt to quickly shifting priorities; Additional Requirements: To be considered, please attach your resume. This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08. NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered. The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire. The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Provide nutrition education and support to participants, conduct health assessments, determine eligibility for programs, and collaborate with community partners to enhance outreach and resources for maternal and child health services.

Title: Nutrition Educator Location: Pierre United States Job Description: Agency: Department of Health - Division of Family and Community Health Location: Pierre, SD Salary: $24.41 Hourly, depending on qualifications Pay Grade: H This is a Full-Time position with the Department of Health - Division of Family and Community Health. For more information on the Department of Health, please visit https://doh.sd.gov/. The South Dakota Department of Health's programs and services help prevent illness and injury, promote healthy places to live, work and play; provide education to help people make good health decisions; prepare for, respond to, and prevent public health threats; and support efforts to enhance quality and accessibility of healthcare. Our services touch the lives of every person in the state of South Dakota. We recognize that employees are our most valuable resource and we are committed to promoting a culture of excellence in DOH. We trust our employees to be innovative, challenge existing processes, and make the best decisions. We are interested in employing a diverse and skilled workforce that exhibits the values of leadership, accountability, communication, integrity, and teamwork. Public health is a diverse and growing field that offers many career options for people from a variety of educational backgrounds. Imagine yourself as part of a winning team that is making the lives of South Dakotans healthier and safer. The South Dakota Department of Health values flexibility in the workplace. Part of that flexibility includes the ability to work from home. Working from home is a meaningful way to meet individual needs, wants, and desires when it comes to balancing the entire team's home and work lives. That balance is something we value while allowing most positions the opportunity to work remotely up to 3 days a week. Working from home is a privilege and is subject to review depending upon the position. This opening is for a full-time position with the South Dakota Department of Health for a Nutrition Educator (NE) in the Office of Family Nutrition Services (OFNS). This role supports the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Supplemental Food Program in the North Central Region. The NE works in collaboration with a team under the supervision of a Dietitian Manager. The position provides services for the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Supplemental Food Program which promotes nutrition and healthy lifestyle choices and leads participants to develop a client-centered plan to meet identified needs. Functions of the position include, but are not limited to: - determine participant eligibility, including identity, income, residency, categorical and nutritional risk; - provide nutrition support and education; - conduct nutrition education and health assessments; - provide breastfeeding education and support; - link clients to appropriate health and social resources; - offer nutrition related technical assistance to team members; - deliver nutrition education in community settings; - collaborate on setting nutrition, outreach, and breastfeeding goals for the population served; - provide maternal and child health services, including developmental screenings, infant safe sleep education, and promotion of immunizations, oral health, and other public health initiatives; - build and maintain collaborative relationships with community partners and providers to enhance referrals and explore innovative partnership opportunities. The NE counsels high-risk participants in consultation with a Registered Dietitian, provides nutrition related technical assistance to team members, provides nutrition education in community settings, and works collaboratively to develop nutrition, outreach, and breastfeeding goals for the population served. Work hours extending beyond the 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. workday and on Saturdays may be required. Travel will be required to satellite sites and overnight stays may be required for service delivery, trainings, or meetings. Lifting may be required to do anthropometric measurements of infants and children. Licenses and Certifications: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Nutritional Sciences, Community Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition, Family and Consumer Sciences preferred but will also consider, Human Ecology, Community Health, Human Services, Behavioral Sciences (sociology, psychology, social work) The Ideal Candidate Will Have: The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills that facilitate the establishment and maintenance of effective working relationships at the individual, group, and community levels. Will be organized, plan ahead, and set goals and priorities. Will demonstrate excellent customer service to all people served, and a commitment to maintain a positive work environment. Bilingual or Multilingual preferred. Knowledge of: - motivational interviewing skills; - principles and practices of food and nutrition sciences; - breastfeeding education Infant/child developmental milestone; - infant/child developmental milestones. Skills to: - motivate participants to make decisions/goals on how they would like to improve their nutritional status; - provide nutrition and health information effectively via one-to-one and group settings; virtual settings (teams, telemedicine); phone and text; and/or online; - share education at the client's level of understanding. Ability to: - prioritize and facilitate referrals within the context of multiple and complicated participant needs; - apply federal and state regulations; policies and procedures in the functions of the position; - work both autonomously and in a team environment, demonstrate flexibility; - communicate effectively; - demonstrate cultural competency when working with socioeconomically and culturally diverse populations; - recognize and facilitate opportunities for outreach, marketing, and partnership building; - communicate effectively with interpreters either in-person, by phone, or during virtual service delivery; - multitask, prioritize complex situations and adapt to quickly shifting priorities;