Addiction Counselor - County of Bergen Department of Health Services – Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services Under direction of a Supervising Substance Abuse Counselor or other supervisory official in a state department or other agency, acts as a case consultant or supervises work of subordinate counselors and does varied tasks involved in assisting clients to make satisfactory social/emotional adjustments; may act as supervisor in a small clinic; supervises staff and work activities; prepares and signs official performance evaluations for subordinate staff; does other related duties. Knowledge and Job Responsibilities:  (may include but not limited to) Knowledge of and familiarity with counseling theory, procedures, ...

Animal Attendant – County of Bergen Department of Health Services - Division of Animal Services Under direction, cares for, feeds and grooms’ dogs, cats, and other animals; does related work as required. We are an open admission, municipal shelter adhering to a no-kill philosophy under the guidelines of the Asilomar Accords. Responsibilities: (may include but not limited to) Primarily involved in the care, feeding, cleaning, and grooming of animals. Must be willing and able to be trained in the safe handling of potentially fractious animals. Ability to clean and disinfect according to mandated disease control protocols for the animal's living quarters, food/water bowls and bedding. Must possess the ability to observe animals’...

Animal Control Officer / Full-Time - Division of Animal Services Bergen County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center is looking for full-time, State Certified Animal Control Officers. We are an open admission shelter adhering to a no-kill philosophy under the guidelines of the Asilomar Accords. We currently provide animal control services to 50 municipalities. We have fully equipped temperature controlled vehicles. Job responsibilities: Patrol, capture and impound both domestic and wild animals. Capture and impound animals suspected of being rabid. Recognize sick and injured animals and arrange for medical care. Be certified in legal, humane euthanasia methods. Care for and feed the animals in the shelter, following disease con...

Animal Health Technician - Division of Animal Services Hiring for both Full Time and Per Diem Bergen County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center is looking for Animal Health Technicians to become members of our medical team. We are an open admission municipal shelter adhering to a no-kill philosophy under the guidelines of the Asilomar Accords. Job Description & Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Renders treatment and administers medication to sick or injured animals as directed by the Veterinarian Performs preliminary examinations of animals to determine symptoms of disease or injury and reports findings to the veterinarian Assists the veterinarian preparing animals for surgical procedures in addition to sterilizin...

Animal Keeper - County of Bergen Department of Parks – Bergen County Zoo Under direction, feeds and cares for mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians in accordance with established programs; carries out regular maintenance program of cages, pens, paddocks, and other areas; provides daily enrichment to animal collection in accordance with AZA and USDA guidelines. Does related work as required. Job Responsibilities: (may include are not limited to) Knowledge of the methods used in the care and feeding of animals. Ability to care for and feed non-domesticated, confined animals. Works with other animal keepers and staff members to ensure optimal care for the animals housed within the facility. Carries out a regular scheduled program ...

Assistant Health Officer – County of Bergen – Department of Health Services Develop, coordinate, and manage the work programs of the county health department and assume the duties of the Assistant Health Officer and supervise staff in the absence of the County Health Officer; does other related duties as required: Knowledge and Job Responsibilities: (may include but not limited to) Take the lead over the Division of Public Health. Serve as a liaison to contracting municipalities. Participate in the coordination of public health policies and plans. Ability to prepare correspondence. Ability to prepare reports. Ability to establish and maintain records and files. Knowledge of Federal, State, and local public health laws, rules, r...

Bergen County Department of Human Services / Division of Family Guidance Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Supervisor Job Description: The Licensed Clinical Social Worker Supervisor position is a full time 40 hour per week position. The position’s main focus is on providing supervision to staff and ensuring program goals and objectives are achieved. Job Responsibilities: Supervise staff consisting of clinicians and case workers from varied disciplines. Provide group and/or individual therapy for at-risk youth. Conduct individual supervision and staff meetings. Conduct intake and assessments of at-risk youth and families as required. Compose treatment / intervention plans consistent with evidence informed practices as re...

Boiler Operator Summary: Under direction, operates and makes minor repairs to stationary steam boilers or steam generators. Fires stationary boilers used in generating power to supply steam to heating plants, turbines, and other steam powered equipment . Sample of Job Duties: Sees that water is maintained in the boiler at the required level. Measures and records amounts fuel used. Washes boiler and pump rooms and does other work to maintain the areas in a clean, orderly and safe condition. Makes emergency repairs and does the work required to keep the machines/boilers in good operating condition. Requirements: Possess a current, valid Black Seal Boiler Operator License issued by NJ Dept. of Labor & Workforce Develop...

Building Maintenance Worker - Senior Activity Center locations - County of Bergen Department of Human Services - Division of Senior Services Under direction of a supervisory official, performs varied simple and moderately physically strenuous tasks involved in cleaning and maintaining offices, furniture, buildings, and grounds; may assist in making minor repairs to buildings or equipment; does other related duties as required. Job Responsibilities: (may include but not limited to) Cleans   rooms, offices, cafeterias, cottages, other   living quarters, halls, gymnasiums, laboratories, auditoriums, hospital wards, bathrooms, and restrooms. Dusts, cleans, and polishes furniture, fixtures, woodwork, and equipme...

Clerk 1 - County of Bergen Department of Elections – Division of Commissioner of Registration Under close supervision, performs routine, repetitive clerical work involving the processing of documents in a variety of functions; does other related duties as required.     Job Responsibilities:  (may include but not limited to) Receives, screens, reviews, checks and verifies assigned applications and other documents for corrections and completeness, refers problems to supervisors for resolution. Operates various types of office and mail processing machines such as keyboard equipment, calculators, computer printers, sorters, photocopier, fax machine, stamping machine, labeling machine, etc.; may perform simple...

Clerk 1 – Department of Human Services - Division of Senior Services Under close supervision, assists Director with staffing, expansion and other services; perform routine, repetitive clerical work involving the processing of documents in a variety of functions; does other related duties as required. Job Responsibilities: (may include but are not limited to) Receives, screens, reviews and verifies documents. Reviews and investigates administrative problems and makes recommendations, checks assigned reports, applications, and other documents for corrections and completeness; refers problems to a lead worker or supervisor for resolution. Coordinates collection of data and preparation of administrative and informative reports in ...

Clinical Psychologist – Division of Family Guidance  Full time, details below The Clinical psychologist is a full time 40-hour per week staff position.  The responsibilities of the position include providing forensic clinical assessments and treatment of adolescents.  The position interfaces frequently with the Family Court. Job Responsibilities:                 Conduct Court-ordered psychological evaluations for youth pre and post adjudicated for a variety of offenses. These assessments are conducted in both an outpatient setting and in the Bergen County Juvenile Detention Center. Conduct Court-ordered psychosexual assessments of post adjudic...

Community Service Worker - County of Bergen Department of Health Services – Division of Mental Health & Addiction Services Under supervision, performs supportive functions and assists people who have a substance use disorder and/or opioid use disorder diagnosis and/or are in recovery Job Responsibilities: (may include but not limited to) Provide recovery support and peer coaching to program participants. Assists individuals in developing recovery plans. Educate individuals on treatment and support service navigation. Provide recovery support services based on individual’s preference and assessed needs. Support individuals in their recovery as they move through stages of change. Assist individuals in accessing recovery suppor...

Counselor Adolescent Unit – County of Bergen Department of Human Services - Division of Family Guidance  Under direction assists with therapeutic programs for socially, mentally, and/or physically maladjusted adolescents by counseling and helping them to deal effectively with their problems and may assist in a remedial teaching program or tutor students; does related work as required. Job Responsibilities: (may include but not limited to) Observes, listens to, and counsels adolescents to determine their problems and to assist them in dealing effectively with such problems. Counsels’ residents individually and/or in groups. Conducts short term individual counseling sessions in crisis situations. Assists in carrying out therap...

Department of Public Works (DPW) – Class A or B CDL Truck Driver Heavy / Road Repairer 1 / Full-Time Under direction, drives a truck with tandem/dual rear axles, to transport materials, equipment or people; performs other related work as needed. Job responsibilities: Duties may include but are not limited to: Drives trucks with tandem/dual rear axles to pick up, haul, and deliver materials Receives written and/or oral assignments and drives trucks of varied types including trucks used for road maintenance and construction work and road oiling, snow plowing, and ice control work Picks up, load trucks and deliver materials of varied types Operates snow removal equipment to keep roads clear Checks, cleans, greases, washes and perfo...

Diesel Mechanic / Full-Time - Division of Mechanical Services Under direction, performs varied tasks involved in the maintenance and repair of diesel engines in motor vehicles and/or automotive construction equipment; does other related duties as required. Job responsibilities: Duties may include but are not limited to: Repairs and maintains diesel engines using hand tools, precision measuring instruments, and machines common to the trade Diagnose trouble, disassembles engines, and examines parts for defects and excessive wear Reconditions and replaces parts such as pistons, bearings, gears, valves, and bushings and using engine lathe, boring machines, hand tools, and precision measuring instruments May weld and cut parts using a...

Dietitian – County of Bergen Department of Human Services - Division of Senior Services  Registered dietician plans diets and develops and implements dietary plans based on nutritional assessment and the special nutritional needs of individuals; does related work as required.  Job Responsibilities: (may include but not limited to) Monitor and evaluate food safety in the preparation, packaging, and delivery of congregate and home delivered meals. Monitor (periodically) home delivery routes for acceptability of temperature, quality and food safety of home delivered meals as received by the client. Plans diets and supervises the preparation and serving of regular and therapeutic diets to individuals prescribed by medical sta...

Director of Family Counseling – County of Bergen Department of Human Services – Division of Family Guidance Under direction, plans, develops, and organizes a program of family counseling services; oversees/supervises staff on a day-to-day operation, by providing family counseling services on a variety of economic, social, or other contemporary issues, ensuring clinical best practices, and interfacing with other County Departments and agencies in support of the Division’s mission and objectives; does related work. Job Responsibilities (may include but not limited to): Provide supervision as directed to professional and para-professional staff. Ensures adherence to documentation requirements as identified by regulatory agencies. ...

Environmental Health Specialist, Public Health - County of Bergen – Department of Health Under direction, conducts investigations, inspections, and gathers data for the purpose of identifying, evaluating, preventing, and eliminating environmental health hazards; may perform mosquito inspection and extermination; does related work as required Knowledge and Abilities:   Skill to conduct environmental impact studies, investigations, and inspections Knowledge of principals, theory, and techniques involved in the board field of environmental sciences and of federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies pertaining to environmental pollution   Ability to collect samples or perform tests in the field and make eva...

Fire and Ambulance Dispatcher – County of Bergen Department of Public Safety, Division of Public Safety Operations Under direction, works with a group of employees in a centralized communications center who are engaged in receiving and recording emergency calls for fire and ambulance services, and supervises the transmitting of alarms to appropriate personnel and the dispatching of needed equipment and personnel to proper locations, and operates a variety of communications equipment; does related work. Job Responsibilities: (may include but not limited to) Coordinates, and participates in the work of the communications unit. Schedules work hours for personnel. Gives advice and assistance to subordinates whenever unusual or difficul...

Fire Instructor / Per Diem – County of Bergen Department of Public Safety, Division of Public Safety Education Under direction, gives instructions and demonstrates various fire- fighting techniques and procedures; instructs students in the use and care of fire-fighting apparatus and equipment, and supervises the activities of students participating in fire drills; does related work as required. Job Responsibilities:  (may include but not limited to) Provides training and instruction in all phases of firefighting, fire prevention, and salvage operations. Lectures  and  demonstrates fire prevention and  fire  protection methods. Oversees  activities  of  fire  companies  engaged ...

Geographic Information Systems Specialist Trainee - County of Bergen – Department of Health Under direction, performs work relating to geographic analysis of environmental parameters and/or other factors including image processing, interpretation, and the application of geographic data digitizing. Knowledge and Abilities: Knowledge of cartography including mathematics of scale and projection transformation Ability to learn to utilize specialized computer graphics hardware such as various plotters, vector scan terminals, rastor graphics displays, microcomputers, and identify their advantages/disadvantages for production of specific map types Knowledge of geography and its applications to FIS Capability to use computer operating sys...

Greens Superintendent – County of Bergen Department of Parks – Division of Park Operations Under direction, directs and administers a comprehensive maintenance program for regulation golf courses; directs employees engaged in carrying out the specialized maintenance program; may develop plans for improvement of golf courses; does related work as required. Job Responsibilities (may include but not limited to): Thorough knowledge of the equipment and methods used in caring for and maintaining golf courses. Thorough knowledge of varied specialized types of machinery and equipment. Thorough knowledge of turf management as related to a specific area. Thorough knowledge of selecting and scheduling the use of fertilizers, lime, insectici...

Greenskeeper - Division of Parks Full time position  Job Requirements: Able to operate or be trained to operate golf course and general landscape maintenance equipment and hand tools Duties include mowing turfgrass, raking sand traps, golf course set up, leaf removal, irrigation, planting, string trimming, tree pruning, and light equipment maintenance and painting Knowledge of golf helpful Able to work outside in various weather conditions Works well with others and performs as a team member Detail oriented Take direction from supervisor to effectively accomplish tasks Ability to follow safety precautions Snow removal by shoveling and plowing Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us Put in su...

Hospital Manager (Animal Health Technician/Supervising Animal Keeper) County of Bergen - Department of Parks – Bergen County Zoo Under the direction of the Veterinarian and Zoo Curator, the Hospital Manager/Senior Veterinary Technician manages the daily operation and maintenance of the Zoo’s hospital and records and is involved in the medical care and management of the health and well-being of our animal collection. Job Responsibilities: (may include but not limited to) Liaison to Veterinarian and Zoo Curator. Manage hospital operations. Train, schedule and supervise assigned hospital staff, including CVTs and Animal Health Technicians. Monitor and maintain hospital inventory (medications, supplies, etc.) and order as needed. Mon...

Interim Department of Parks (Seasonal Maintenance Workers) -Division of Parks Job Responsibilities: Responsible for day-to-day maintenance of facilities Work alongside full-time staff Conduct routine work, such as: cleaning of restrooms; trimming trees; cutting grass As needed: load and unload trucks; spray for weeds; assist with upkeep of athletic fields Available work schedules: Six month duration of 29 hours per week Four month duration of 40 hours per week Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us Put in subject line job applying for, thank you. The County of Bergen is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)....

Interim Groundskeeper - Golf - Division of Parks Job Responsibilities: Golf Course Setup Mowing of Turfgrass Throughout the Golf Course Raking of Sand Traps String Trimming and Detail Mowing Ornamental and Flower Bed Maintenance Leaf and Debris Cleanup Irrigation of Golf Course and Flower Beds Assist with Golf Course Projects Pruning of Trees and Shrubs Cart Path Maintenance Cleaning of Golf Course Maintenance Equipment Available Work Schedules: Six Month Duration of 29 Hours per Week Four Month Duration of 40 Hours per Week Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us Put in subject line job applying for, thank you. The County of Bergen is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)....

Interim Rangers (Golf Courses) - Division of Parks Job Responsibilities: Responsible for golf cart maintenance and sanitation including prepping gas carts and pull carts for daily use and securing them at night for closing procedures Monitoring and controlling pace of play requirements Monitoring and caring to the driving range (where applicable) which includes collecting (picking) and washing golf balls for repeat range use – manual labor required Maintaining golf of course conditions by replacing divots and repair ball marks on the greens Assisting golfers with lost clubs, course questions, daily course conditions or any inquiry concerning golf course protocol Placing water on the course for golfers and monitoring the water lev...

Interim Recreational Aid (Cashier) – Golf – Division of Parks Job Responsibilities: Handle monetary transactions through the Point of Sale (POS) system at Bergen County golf courses and parks Responsible for daily reconciliation of cash drawer for each cashier shift Processing annual registrations for county golf and park memberships Answer phones to assist customer with golf course and park related inquires Provide high levels of customer service though daily interaction with golfers and park attendees Opening and closing of golf course and county park facilities Weekend shifts are required as a prerequisite for employment Available work schedules: Six month duration at 29 hours a week Four month duration at 40 hours a w...

Juvenile Detention Officer – County of Bergen Department of Human Services – Division of Family Guidance  Division of Family Guidance The Bergen County Division of Family Guidance provides clinical, residential, educational, correctional, case management, and monitoring services to at-risk children, adolescents, and families, particularly those who are otherwise unable to receive needed services. Through its more than 30 programs, it is Bergen County's resource for youth and families in need. Job Description:            This employment opportunity is to serve as a Juvenile Detention Officer at the Bergen County Juvenile Detention Center located at 200 North Street, Teterboro,...

Keyboarding Clerk 1 - County of Bergen Department of Health Services Under supervision the administrative assistant, performs routine, repetitive clerical work involving the processing of documents in a variety of functions, formats and key enters/types correspondence, documents, reports, charts and other materials on a computer console; does other related duties as required.   Job Responsibilities: (may include but not limited to) Key enters or types documents from handwritten draft into draft or final form, according to prescribed formats, by transferring information onto letters, reports, schedules, and itinerary. Key enters or types addresses on envelopes, or information on forms, form letters, or other form-type docum...

Lead Poisoning Inspector - County of Bergen – Department of Health Under direction, performs routine work involved in inspecting residences that are suspected sources of lead poisoning does other related duties as required Knowledge and Abilities: Knowledge of issues involved in making investigations of suspected lead poisoning areas Capability in comprehension of rules and regulations Ability to interview individuals while using tact and courtesy in making investigations Knowledge of preparing reports Proficiency in maintaining essential records, files, and the utilizing various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems   Example/s of Work – may include but are not limited to: Inspe...

Maintenance Repairer/Mechanic - County of Bergen Department of Public Works – Division of Mechanical Services Under the direction of the maintenance supervisor, performs a variety of routine mechanical maintenance and repair tasks and/or other types of maintenance work; does other related work as required. Job Responsibilities: (may include but not limited to) Obtains description of mechanical problems from the operators of the train and carousel and/or test drives the rides to analyzes and identifies the problem. Removes, cleans or replaces defective parts such as plugs, wheel cylinders, brakes, etc. May provide guidance and instruction to those assigned as mechanic helpers. Repairs or replaces parts as needed using mechanical ha...

Maintenance Supervisor, Grounds - County of Bergen Department of Parks & Recreation – Division of Park Operations Under the direction of the Park Manager, the employee will supervise and work with staff performing grounds and/or turf maintenance tasks and do other related duties as required. Job Responsibilities Include (but not limited to): Maintains essential records and files. Prepares clear, sound, accurate and informative reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations. Assist with timesheets and schedules, under the direction of the park manager . Supervises and works with staff performing grounds and/or turf maintenance tasks. Ensures staff keeps lawns, gardens, parks, and other outside areas healthy and ...

Maintenance Worker 1, Grounds - County of Bergen Department of Parks & Recreation – Division of Park Operations Under the direction of the Park Manger or Maintenance Supervisor, the employee will perform routine work in caring for and maintain park grounds, athletic fields/turf and related equipment, recreational areas, facility grounds and other landscaped and lawn area and performs other related duties as required. Job Responsibilities Include (but not limited to): Learns to keep lawns, gardens, parks, and outside areas healthy and visually appealing. Trims and cuts grass and hedges. Operates lawn mowers, weed wackers, edgers, leaf blowers and snow blowers, hedge trimmers and other equipment associated with ground maintenance...

Mechanic / Full-Time Under direction, performs skilled mechanical work involving the maintenance, repair and servicing of various types of motor vehicle and/or motorized construction equipment; does other related work as required. Job responsibilities: Duties may include but are not limited to: Repairs engines and components, power trains, suspension systems, and other mechanical units of such motor vehicles as automobiles, vans, and/or such construction equipment as trucks, buses, bulldozers, tractors, cranes, road graders, power shovels, or similar equipment. Obtains description of mechanical problems form driver of vehicle and/or test drives the vehicle or uses testing equipment such as motor analyzers, spark plug testers, or co...

Mosquito Control Inspector – Public Works The Mosquito Control Inspector will perform routine duties that include field inspection work in the control and extermination of mosquitoes.  The inspector is responsible for mosquito control and surveillance activities to aid the County's larvicide and adulticide programs.  The inspector follows established routines with specific instructions received from supervisors on all new assignments.  This is a full time position, Monday – Friday, 7AM – 3:30PM. Job Responsibilities: Duties may include but are not limited to: Inspections of suspected mosquito breeding places in residential and rural areas. Collect mosquito larvae from the field Recording all daily activities, update...

Motor Vehicle Operator - Division of Community Transportation Motor Vehicle Operator - Division of Community Transportation Full time position  Job Description: Transport Senior Citizens and Disabled Persons to medical appointments, food shopping and Senior Centers. Job Responsibilities: Deliver Meals on Wheels  Skills: CDL Class B with Passenger Endorsement preferred. Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us Put in subject line job applying for, thank you. The County of Bergen is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)....

Painter - County of Bergen Department of Public Works – Division of General Services Under direction of a Crew Supervisor, applies paint, and other coating materials to various surfaces from ground level and/or scaffolds, platforms, and ladders at various heights, using brushes, rollers, and spray guns; follows accepted methods and uses proper materials and/or tools to prepare various surfaces for painting; cares for and cleans standard painting tools; does related work as required. Job Responsibilities: (may include but not limited to) May work alone or as a member of a team, on both indoor and outdoor assignments. Prepares surfaces utilizing various methods which may include sandpaper, wire brushes, or steel wool, and removes...

Program Coordinator Drug and Alcohol Abuse – County of Bergen Department of Health Services – Division of Mental Health and Addictions Services Under the Bergen County Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services, plans, develops, implements, administers, and coordinates drug and alcohol abuse prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation programs; does related work as required. Job Responsibilities (may include but not limited to):               Monitors and evaluates the drug and/or alcohol services contracted out to public or private agencies or organizations.   Ensures efficient collection and retrieval of program data necessary for preparation and s...

Public Health Nurse – Per Diem - County of Bergen Department of Health Services – Division of Public Health Under direction, provides public health interventions; uses knowledge from nursing, social and public health sciences to promote and protect the health of populations through the performance of core public health functions and the delivery of essential public health services; does related work as required. Knowledge and Abilities: (may include but not limited to) Knowledge of the principles and practices of public health nursing. Knowledge of health counseling methods. Knowledge of standard nursing procedures. Knowledge of interview techniques, and the methods used to  gather data. Knowledge of first aid procedures. A...

Public Safety Telecommunicators (PSTs) Full-Time Bergen County Communications is accepting applications for experienced full time Public Safety Telecommunicators (PSTs). Must be certified in EMD, Basic Telecommunicator and CPR. Salary, according to salary guide, will be commensurate with experience. Salary includes holiday pay and may also include shift differential. PSTs work a Pitman Schedule (7am-7pm, 7pm-7am), this includes four hours of automatic overtime due to schedule. Health benefits are also included for full time employees. We are also accepting applications for per diem PSTs. Experience is preferred but is not needed. Please indicate whether you are applying for F/T or Per Diem. Please send employment application...

Registered Environmental Health Specialist, Public Health - County of Bergen – Department of Health Under direction, performs sanitary inspection and environmental health work involving in the enforcement of relevant sanitary, environmental, and public health laws and rules within the concerned jurisdiction; conducts inspections, investigations, and educational outreach activities; performs other related duties as required and/or necessary. Knowledge and Abilities: Knowledge of problems/procedures involved in sanitary inspection and environmental health work for the enforcement of relevant sanitary, environmental, and public health laws, rules, and ordinances. Ability to assess environmental health risks and influences on humans and...

Security Guard / Full Time - Division of Safety & Security Under direction, patrols the grounds, buildings, and other areas and public facilities to provide protection to persons gathered therein from harm, and guards and protects property against fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal or unauthorized entry; does other related duties as required.  Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Sits and views a monitor screen or electronic surveillance board and remains alert to movement on screen which would indicate the presence of unauthorized persons or intruders in restricted area. Sits or stands at a post and maintains orderly flow of individuals on entering and leaving. Examines credentials such as employee passes...

Senior Animal Attendant - County of Bergen Department of Health Services – Division of Animal Services Under direction, takes the lead over one or more employees involved in the care, feeding, and grooming of dogs, cats, or other animals; does other related duties as required. Job Responsibilities: (may include but not limited to) Knowledge of the care and feeding of animals and methods of cleaning and disinfecting cages, pens, and related equipment. Knowledge and ability to identify symptoms of health disorders in animals. Ability to maintain records. Ability to deal courteously and tactfully with coworkers and the public. Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the ...

Senior Animal Keeper - County of Bergen Department of Parks - Bergen County Zoo Under direction, takes the lead over one or more employees engaged in carrying out a program for the care and feeding and well-being of the animal collection at the Bergen County Zoological Park. Maintains pens, cages, paddocks and other areas; does other related duties as required. Job Responsibilities (include but are not limited to) Ability to care for and feed non-domesticated, confined animals. Ability to provide guidance and instructions to staff. Works with animal keepers and other staff members to ensure optimal care for the animals housed within the facility. Ensures pens, cages, paddocks and other areas are kept in a clean and sanitary manner...

Senior Engineer – Bridges - Division of Engineering The Bergen County Department Planning and Engineering is seeking a Structural (Bridge) Engineer with 10 years' experience and Professional Engineer's License to join the County Engineering Division located in Hackensack, New Jersey. The candidate is required to possess thorough knowledge of NJDOT design standards for steel and concrete structures and NJDOT Standard Specification for Road and Bridge Construction. Responsibilities include reviewing concept plans, preliminary and final engineering plans, structural calculations, technical specifications, engineer's estimates, etc. prepared by engineering consultants for complete bridge replacements and rehabilitations. Responsible to overs...

SOCIAL WORKER SUBSTANCE ABUSE #03738 COUNTY OF BERGEN – DIVISION OF MENTAL HEALTH AND ADDICTION SERVICES Under direction, performs various field and office work involved in aiding substance abusers in rehabilitation programs and assists them with their problems; does related work as required. Knowledge and Job Responsibilities: Knowledge of psychological and social problems of chemically dependent persons. Knowledge of the methods used to gather and analyze information. Knowledge of interviewing techniques. Knowledge of the principle of social work. Knowledge of the public and private resources providing rehabilitation to substance abusers. Knowledge of the signs and symptoms of addiction. Conducts clinical intakes of new clie...

Social/Family Service Worker Trainee – County of Bergen Department of Human Services – Office of Child Development Under direct supervision of a supervisory official in a local government social service agency candidate will, perform office and field work required in providing continuing preventive and rehabilitative social services to clients and their families; aiding individuals/families having problems which adversely affect their family unit or personal lives: does other related duties as required. Knowledge and Abilities: Ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently. Ability to effectively organize work by establishing priorities in day-to-day tasks. Ability to gather and analyze information. Ability t...

Substance Abuse Counselor Intern - County of Bergen Department of Health Services - Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services Availability on nights, weekends and holidays The position would include the following tasks/responsibilities: Monitor Urine screens Intake searching of client belongings Room searches Client transportation Driver’s license Resident monitoring General activity oversight Assigned tasks pertaining to facility operations Didactic group and activity facilitation Experience in anger de-escalating clients in distress Prior experience working and or prior education in treatment of Substance Use Disorder Client medication monitoring Must have a minimum of a high school diploma.  Willingne...

Summer Camp Educator (Per Diem/Seasonal) – County of Bergen Department of Parks – Division of Bergen County Zoo Under the direction of the Zoo Education Staff, Per Diem and Seasonal educators’ primary responsibility will be teaching curriculum to both private and public groups in addition to performing all duties necessary to provide our guests with outstanding Amphitheater experiences and Birthday Parties; does other related duties. Job Responsibilities: (may include but not limited to) Teach weekly themed pre-approved curriculum for zoo camp. Develop and teach curriculum for camp. Lead and supervise crafts, games, and activities relevant to zoo camp. Daily set-up and clean-up of classroom space and program materials. Maintain a...

Supervising Animal Keeper - County of Bergen Department of Parks – Bergen County Zoo Under direction, supervises and works with employees engaged in carrying out a program for the care and feeding and well-being of the animal collection at the Bergen County Zoological Park; does related work as required. Job Responsibilities: (may include but not limited to) Supervises assigned animal keepers to ensure the maximum protection to the mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians within the facility. Supervises the care and the feeding of the animal collection. Ensures that pens cages, paddocks, and other areas are kept clean and sanitized. Performs some maintenance work such as the repair of modifications of animal displays at the facili...

Supervising Program Analyst - County of Bergen - Department of Human Services - Division of Disability Services Under direction, plans, organizes, supervises, and coordinates the work of program staff to ensure program goals and objectives are achieved. This role involves overseeing daily operations, managing staff, and ensuring the effective implementation of program policies and procedures; does other related duties. Job Responsibilities:  (may include but are not limited to) Plans, organizes, and assigns work of the Respite Care Services program staff by providing leadership and direct supervision. Recommends and ensures the effective implementation of policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with program standards. ...

Supervising Substance Abuse Counselor - County of Bergen Department of Health Services – Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services Under the direction of a supervisory official, plans, develops and supervises counseling components necessary for the treatment and rehabilitation of patients suffering from drug addiction; to engage special populations, such as various ethnic and racial communities and individuals that identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community; performs other related duties as required. Knowledge and Job Responsibilities:  (may include but not limited to) Knowledge about populations that have been historically marginalized or under-represented in treatment. Knowledge of counseling techniques. Knowledge of th...

Supervisor of Senior Citizens Activities – County of Bergen Department of Human Services – Division of Senior Services Under direction, plans, organizes, coordinates, develops, implements and supervises programs on aging; coordinates community resources and services relating to concerns of senior citizens; does other related work as required. Job Responsibilities: (may include are not limited to) Plans and supervises programs with existing social agencies that will enrich the lives of the elderly; such programs are concerned with problems such as idleness, irresponsibility, employment, unemployment, and adult illiteracy. Provides leadership, guidance and administrative direction in the development and implementation of information/r...

TELEPHONE OPERATOR - COUNTY OF BERGEN COMMUNITY TRANSPORTATION Under close supervision, performs routine, repetitive clerical work involving the processing of documents in a variety of functions; does other related duties as required.     Knowledge and Job Responsibilities: Knowledge of office routines, equipment, and practices after a period of training. Ability to comprehend established office routines and department regulations. Ability to organize assigned clerical work and develop effective work methods. Ability to make simple arithmetic calculations and tabulations. Ability to understand, remember, and carry out oral and written directions. Ability to perform tasks accurately within prescribed time fram...

Traffic Engineer Department of Planning & Engineering, Engineering Division Count of Bergen, New Jersey The Bergen County Department of Planning and Engineering is seeking a licensed professional civil engineer, with at least 5 years of traffic engineering experience. Must be responsible and self-motivated with strong communication and computer skills, including a proficiency in AutoCAD. Shall be capable of designing traffic signals, signal timings, signing and striping plans, review consultant construction plans, prepare bid documents, and administer intersection improvement construction contracts. Perform reviews of traffic related improvements for site plan and subdivision applications, and address traffic related inquiries from ...

Tree Maintenance Worker - Division of Parks  Full time position Job Description: Responsible for tree removal, trimming, and pruning, which may be required due to environmental, aesthetic, roadway obstruction, or other safety-related factors.  General Duties and Responsibilities: Cut away dead, obstructive, or excess branches from trees or shrubbery Utilize chainsaws and hacksaws to safely cut down trees and tree limbs Climb trees with safety devices or utilize buckets/lifts to properly cut down limbs and prune trees; remove branches away from power lines and reshape trees to aesthetically pleasing shapes Remove debris and cart away large logs and limbs for disposal; and clear parks, facilities, and roads of tree branc...

Veterinarian - Division of Animal Services Bergen County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center is an open-admission, municipal shelter taking in about 5,000 animals annually. We are committed to providing compassionate and humane care for the animals promoting the cause of animal welfare within our community.  We adhere to a no-kill philosophy under the guidelines of the Asilomar Accords. Essential Duties: Supervise State mandated disease control program with a solid understanding of “herd health” and having the ability to review and update standard operating procedures. Complete intake exams, daily rounds, diagnose and provide treatment plans for shelter animals. Ability to perform high volume spay/neuter procedures, dentals/ext...

Veterinary Technician (Animal Health Technician/Supervising Animal Keeper) County of Bergen - Department of Parks - Bergen County Zoo Under the direction of the Veterinarian and Zoo Curator, monitors the overall health of the animal collection at the Bergen County Zoo and cares for and treats sick or injured animals. Bergen County Zoo is seeking a full-time licensed veterinary technician to perform duties related to the medical care and management of the health and well-being of our animal collection. The veterinary technician is involved in the daily operation and maintenance of the Zoo’s hospital and records. Job Responsibilities (include but are not limited to) Duties include, but are not limited to, medicating, and observing anim...

Youth Group Worker - Division of Family Guidance Full time position Job Description: The Youth Group Worker position is located within Bergen's Place, located within the Bergen County Youth Complex located in Teterboro, NJ. Bergen's Place is a state licensed residential crisis and homeless shelter for youth 11-17.The shelter provides 24- hour, safe, temporary housing to youth who have run away, are at-risk of or are currently homeless and who are experiencing crisis within their homes. Goals of the shelter program are to assist youth in building permanent connections with caring adults, and reunite with their families. General Responsibilities: Provide direct supervision and care to youth residing in the shelter. Assist in screeni...

Zoo Director - County of Bergen Department of Parks – Bergen County Zoo Under direction, is responsible for overseeing the operation, administration and maintenance of a New Jersey county or municipally owned zoo; implements zoo policies and procedures; oversees facility and program development; performs other related duties as required. Job Responsibilities:  (may include but not limited to) Develop strategic partnerships with organizations, educational institutions, corporations, vendors and other cultural/recreational nonprofits. Supervises and directs a large workforce of zoo employees. Assigns duties to and trains departmental managers in operational zoo procedures. Develops and administers broad, effective animal care p...