Relevant backgrounds may include animal care or handling, law enforcement, code enforcement, dispatching, emergency response, customer service, veterinary services, military service, public education, report writing, field operations, or other positions requiring responsibility, problem-solving, and effective communication. For employees working at least 30 hours but less than 40 hours a week, if the employee elects to be covered, the employee cost will also be based on the Tier selected and if the optional vision/dental coverage has been added.