Quality Assurance Specialist-Probation-25238703
Apply NowCompany: County of San Diego, CA
Location: San Diego, CA 92154
Description:
Salary: $103,168.00 - $126,817.60 Annually
Location : County of San Diego, CA
Job Type: Regular - Full time
Job Number: 25238703
Department: Probation Department
Division: Youth Detention & Development
Opening Date: 03/27/2025
Closing Date: 4/14/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Job Summary
The Probation Department is seeking dedicated nursing professionals for the position of
QUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALIST
Interviews will be held week of April 28, 2025.
Job offers will be made week of May 5, 2025.
PROBATION DEPARTMENT
MISSION: Highly skilled professionals promoting safer communities through engagement and connecting individuals to the highest quality of services, while balancing opportunity with accountability.
VISION: Enhancing the safety of our communities through restoration and rehabilitation.
***Effective September 9, 2022, this hard to recruit position qualifies for the Employee Referral Reward Program. If a current County of San Diego employee referred you to apply for this position, please indicate the employee's name on your job application in the space provided.***
Quality Assurance Specialists assess and evaluate the quality of services and implement quality initiatives that aim to improve the delivery of services that build better health and promote safe and thriving communities.
The current vacancies are in the Probation Department, Edgemoor Hospital and the San Diego County Fire Emergency Medical Services (EMS) however, the list established from this recruitment may be used to fill other future vacancies in other departments.
May be eligible for relocation allowance up to $8,000.
The quality candidate will possess:
Possession of one or more of the following certificates is highly desirable, depending on the area of practice:
HIRING TIMELINE AND DATES:
The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below.
To learn more about the Public Health Services Department in the Health and Human Services Agency, see the Strategic Plan:
Minimum Qualifications:A current California Registered Nurse license is required at the time of application, AND, Three (3) years of full time registered nursing experience to include: Eighteen (18) months of full time registered nursing experience in a relevant field; OR, Eighteen (18) months performing quality assurance/improvement audits/activities for publicly funded health plans, managed care administrative service organizations, or nursing or prehospital care.
Note: Possession of a Bachelor's degree or higher in Nursing or a related field is highly desirable.
for the complete Quality Assurance Specialist job description, including examples of qualifying experience, required certifications, essential functions and working conditions.
The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire.
Condition of Employment:
As part of the County of San Diego's pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from this process.
Evaluation:
The names of qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month employment list based on information provided on the employment and supplemental application.
Note:
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.
As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans.
Veteran's Preference PolicyThe County of San Diego offerspreferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego.
Military Skills Translator Do you need assistance translating your military experience into civilian experience? This tool can help!
The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of: a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all. Our values include: integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability. Each of which are infused throughout our operations. While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce. Click here for more information on our as well as our commitment to serve everyone, to build a that will create a County that works for all.
Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers. The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law.
The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority.
Click here to see the Non-Management Benefits Summary
01
Do you possess a current California license as a Registered Nurse?
02
Provide your California Registered Nurse license number and issuance/expiration date. If you do not have a California Registered Nurse license, please indicate "n/a".
03
Do you have three (3) years of full-time registered nursing experience?
04
Do you have at least 18 months of full-time registered nursing experience in a relevant field?
05
Do you have at least 18 months of full-time registered nursing experience conducting quality assurance or improvement audits/activities of publicly funded health plans/managed care organization, administrative/medical service organizations, and/or nursing/prehospital care?
06
Check any certificates that you possess. Note: you must submit a copy of each certificate that you indicate.
07
Do you have work experience planning, developing, and implementing a quality assurance/quality improvement program for pre-hospital personnel, a specialty care program (including working with specialty data registries), or a community/public health setting?
08
If you responded "Yes" to Question #7, please describe your work experience. If you do not have this experience, please indicate N/A below.
09
Do you have experience in contract monitoring?
10
Please indicate your level of experience using Microsoft Word. Please be advised that the hiring department may ask you to demonstrate your skills in this area as part of the selection process.
11
Please indicate your level of experience using Microsoft Excel. Please be advised that the hiring department may ask you to demonstrate your skills in this area as part of the selection process.
12
Please indicate your level of experience using Microsoft PowerPoint. Please be advised that the hiring department may ask you to demonstrate your skills in this area as part of the selection process.
13
Which of the following work arrangements would you consider? Please note that not all job classifications and/or Departments offer teleworking work arrangements. Check all that apply:
14
Were you referred by a County employee to apply for this position? Note: effective September 9, 2022, County employees are eligible to earn cash awards for any candidates they refer to hard to recruit positions that are then hired.
15
If you responded "Yes" to the above, in the space provided please list the name of the County employee that referred you. Please indicate "n/a" if not applicable.
16
Where did you hear about this job opportunity?
17
If you selected "other", please tell us how you first heard about this job opportunity. Otherwise, please indicate "n/a".
Required Question
Location : County of San Diego, CA
Job Type: Regular - Full time
Job Number: 25238703
Department: Probation Department
Division: Youth Detention & Development
Opening Date: 03/27/2025
Closing Date: 4/14/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Job Summary
The Probation Department is seeking dedicated nursing professionals for the position of
QUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALIST
Interviews will be held week of April 28, 2025.
Job offers will be made week of May 5, 2025.
PROBATION DEPARTMENT
MISSION: Highly skilled professionals promoting safer communities through engagement and connecting individuals to the highest quality of services, while balancing opportunity with accountability.
VISION: Enhancing the safety of our communities through restoration and rehabilitation.
***Effective September 9, 2022, this hard to recruit position qualifies for the Employee Referral Reward Program. If a current County of San Diego employee referred you to apply for this position, please indicate the employee's name on your job application in the space provided.***
Quality Assurance Specialists assess and evaluate the quality of services and implement quality initiatives that aim to improve the delivery of services that build better health and promote safe and thriving communities.
The current vacancies are in the Probation Department, Edgemoor Hospital and the San Diego County Fire Emergency Medical Services (EMS) however, the list established from this recruitment may be used to fill other future vacancies in other departments.
May be eligible for relocation allowance up to $8,000.
The quality candidate will possess:
- A current California Registered Nurse license at the time of application.
- Nursing and quality management experience in a hospital, long-term care or public health setting.
- Understanding of Public Health Nursing clinical and field services and can translate knowledge to practical quality management tools for ongoing process improvement.
- Experience with federal, state, and local audit practices and providing support to nursing staff to ensure ongoing operational excellence.
- Experience leading a multidisciplinary team towards improved outcomes, utilizing evidence based quality management and reporting tools to enhance operations.
Possession of one or more of the following certificates is highly desirable, depending on the area of practice:
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certificate
- Mobile Intensive Care Nurse (MICN) Certificate
- Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) Certificate
- Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) Certificate
- Public Health Nurse (PHN) Certificate
- Certified Correctional Health Professional (CCHP)
- Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality or other Quality Improvement Certification
HIRING TIMELINE AND DATES:
The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below.
- Job Offer and Background Process begins shortly after the interviews.
- Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
- Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date.
To learn more about the Public Health Services Department in the Health and Human Services Agency, see the Strategic Plan:
Minimum Qualifications:
Note: Possession of a Bachelor's degree or higher in Nursing or a related field is highly desirable.
for the complete Quality Assurance Specialist job description, including examples of qualifying experience, required certifications, essential functions and working conditions.
The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire.
Condition of Employment:
As part of the County of San Diego's pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from this process.
Evaluation:
The names of qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month employment list based on information provided on the employment and supplemental application.
Note:
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.
As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans.
Veteran's Preference PolicyThe County of San Diego offerspreferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego.
Military Skills Translator Do you need assistance translating your military experience into civilian experience? This tool can help!
The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of: a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all. Our values include: integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability. Each of which are infused throughout our operations. While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce. Click here for more information on our as well as our commitment to serve everyone, to build a that will create a County that works for all.
Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers. The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law.
The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority.
Click here to see the Non-Management Benefits Summary
01
Do you possess a current California license as a Registered Nurse?
- Yes
- No
02
Provide your California Registered Nurse license number and issuance/expiration date. If you do not have a California Registered Nurse license, please indicate "n/a".
03
Do you have three (3) years of full-time registered nursing experience?
- Yes
- No
04
Do you have at least 18 months of full-time registered nursing experience in a relevant field?
- Yes
- No
05
Do you have at least 18 months of full-time registered nursing experience conducting quality assurance or improvement audits/activities of publicly funded health plans/managed care organization, administrative/medical service organizations, and/or nursing/prehospital care?
- Yes
- No
06
Check any certificates that you possess. Note: you must submit a copy of each certificate that you indicate.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Mobile Intensive Care Nurse (MICN)
- Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN)
- Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN)
- Public Health Nurse (PHN) Certificate
- Nursing Informatics
- None of the above
07
Do you have work experience planning, developing, and implementing a quality assurance/quality improvement program for pre-hospital personnel, a specialty care program (including working with specialty data registries), or a community/public health setting?
- Yes
- No
08
If you responded "Yes" to Question #7, please describe your work experience. If you do not have this experience, please indicate N/A below.
09
Do you have experience in contract monitoring?
- Yes
- No
10
Please indicate your level of experience using Microsoft Word. Please be advised that the hiring department may ask you to demonstrate your skills in this area as part of the selection process.
- No experience
- Beginner (Able to perform at least 25% of the software's functions without assistance)
- Intermediate (Able to perform at least 50% of the software's functions without assistance)
- Advanced (Able to perform at least 75% of the software's functions without assistance)
11
Please indicate your level of experience using Microsoft Excel. Please be advised that the hiring department may ask you to demonstrate your skills in this area as part of the selection process.
- No experience
- Beginner (Able to perform at least 25% of the software's functions without assistance)
- Intermediate (Able to perform at least 50% of the software's functions without assistance)
- Advanced (Able to perform at least 75% of the software's functions without assistance)
12
Please indicate your level of experience using Microsoft PowerPoint. Please be advised that the hiring department may ask you to demonstrate your skills in this area as part of the selection process.
- No experience
- Beginner (Able to perform at least 25% of the software's functions without assistance)
- Intermediate (Able to perform at least 50% of the software's functions without assistance)
- Advanced (Able to perform at least 75% of the software's functions without assistance)
13
Which of the following work arrangements would you consider? Please note that not all job classifications and/or Departments offer teleworking work arrangements. Check all that apply:
- In Office
- Hybrid (combination of teleworking and in office)
14
Were you referred by a County employee to apply for this position? Note: effective September 9, 2022, County employees are eligible to earn cash awards for any candidates they refer to hard to recruit positions that are then hired.
- Yes
- No
15
If you responded "Yes" to the above, in the space provided please list the name of the County employee that referred you. Please indicate "n/a" if not applicable.
16
Where did you hear about this job opportunity?
- San Diego County website
- Governmentjobs.com
- Veteran Outreach / FFSC
- Mana de San Diego
- Family, Neighbors, Friends
- County Employee Resources Group
- College/University Career Site/Handshake
- County Social Media
- Nurse Association
- Indeed.com
- Voice & Viewpoint
- Other
17
If you selected "other", please tell us how you first heard about this job opportunity. Otherwise, please indicate "n/a".
Required Question