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Under general supervision, performs difficult and varied accounting clerical work in support of either accounts receivable or accounts payable activities; compiles, reconciles and verifies general financial and statistical data; performs related work as required.  Employees in this class typically function either in Accounts Payable or in Accounts Receivable.  In either assignment, established policies, methods and procedures are followed when processing and maintaining financial data and records, although employees must exercise judgment in resolving job-related problems within these parameters.

Full Job Description and Apply URL: Accounting Specialist | Job Details tab | Career Pages

Application Review Dates:

• 1st Review Date:      September 1, 2025
• 2nd Review Date:    September 21, 2025 

Join San Bruno Public Works, as a part-time, temporary Maintenance Assistant!

 

The San Bruno Public Works Department is committed to delivering responsive, professional, and efficient services that maintain and enhance the City’s infrastructure. With responsibility over streets, storm drains, wastewater collection, water distribution, public facilities, and engineering, the department is committed to providing responsive, high-quality service, and plays a vital role in keeping the city safe, clean, and functional.

 

Under immediate supervision, part-time maintenance assistants perform a range of unskilled and semiskilled tasks that support the day-to-day upkeep of the City’s infrastructure. This is a part-time, temporary position with the Public Works Department (18-20 hours per week) to support the City’s “Cleanup San Bruno” initiative.

 

Examples of duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Cleans and removes debris and litter from parking lots, streets, gutters, storm drains, catch basins, and sidewalks, by shoveling, raking, sweeping, and picking up debris.
• Removal and loading of illegal dumping such as tires, mattresses, and furniture.
• Assists in loading, transporting, and unloading equipment, materials, debris, and other heavy objects related to maintenance.
• Operates a City vehicle and power tools necessary to complete maintenance for the above assigned areas.
• Assists with fire hydrant flushing program.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

 

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education, experience, and training that would provide the best qualified candidates. Applicants should have the ability to read, write and carry out oral and written directions. Applicants should also have the ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of proper use and care of common hand tools, skills performing manual work, and lifting heavy objects up to 50 pounds. Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical and drug test.

 

Special Requirements:

• Possession of a valid California driver’s license with good driving record (DMV printout required).

 

In addition, the ideal candidate possesses a positive attitude and maintain a successful track record the following:

• Experience working in a maintenance field with knowledge of tools.
• Conveying information and ideas clearly and concisely that helps the understanding and retaining of the message; listening actively to others.
• Working cooperatively with others to help a team or work group achieve its goals.
• Assimilating and applying new job-related information in a timely manner.
• Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how detailed; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time.

 

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online on the City's BambooHR page. Applications must be received by 5:00 pm on Sunday, August 31, 2025. You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible before the position is closed. The City of San Bruno utilizes a merit-based selection system that is competitive and based on broad outreach efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to take part in a process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness, and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position.

 

What happens next?

• We will review your application and all supplemental materials to select the best qualified applicants to continue in the process. Screening will include a review of minimum qualifications, application appraisal rating of education, training and experience and relevance of background qualifications related to the target job as well as supplemental questions if applicable.
• Applicants selected to move forward in the process may be asked to participate in any combination of the following (at any phase of the selection process): a written examination, job related exercise, physical test or job simulation, phone interview, in-person or video interview(s), and/or web-based testing.
• The final phase of the selection process is the probationary period, which in most cases is one year, depending on your classification.

 

Reasonable Accommodations

The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices. 

 

The City of San Bruno Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the selection process to accommodate disabled applicants. Individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation in the process must inform the Human Resources Department by the final filing date by emailing hr@sanbruno.ca.gov.

 

 

9976 Network Operations Team Lead, Administration Division - SF Municipal Transportation Agency

 

Published: August 05, 2025

Accepting applications until: September 08, 2025

Contact:

Melissa Lee - Melissa.Lee@sfmta.com

 

Department: Municipal Transportation Agency
Job class: 9976-Technology Expert I
Role type: Permanent Exempt What does this mean?
Hours: Full-time

 

About:

Note: The job posting is being extended to expand the applicant pool. If you have applied previously, there is no need to apply again.

Application Opening: August 5, 2025

Deadline to Apply: Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.  This posting will not close any earlier than 11:59 PM PST on September 8, 2025.

 

Appointment Type: Permanent Exempt (PEX).  This position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive civil service examination process and shall serve at the discretion of the Appointing Officer.

 

Recruitment ID: 151173

Salary: $165,334 to $207,974 annually

IMPORTANT: Your application MUST include responses to the supplemental questionnaire found here: https://forms.office.com/r/EaA051NzUg.

 

A completed application must include the following four components:

1. Submission of Smart Recruiters application

2. Attached cover letter

3. Attached resume

4. Response to the supplemental questionnaire: https://forms.office.com/r/EaA051NzUg

 

Your application will NOT be reviewed without completion of all four components by the filing deadline.

 

Division: Administration

Section/Unit: Technology Solutions and Integration

Work Location: 1 South Van Ness Avenue, 3rd Floor, San Francisco, CA

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, minimum of 4 days a week working onsite; evenings and weekend hours on an as-needed basis (approximately 1 day a month for evenings or weekends)

Role description

Technology is at the core of the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency’s (SFMTA) mission and future. Bring your technical skills, willingness to work hard and innovate to join the SFMTA Technology Systems Integration team. We are developing new tools, rethinking systems, and modernizing transportation. This is an opportunity to work with stakeholders and business units across the SFMTA and take a pivotal step in your career. In this role, you will be a crucial member of the network operations team and a critical member to promote SFMTA’s network operations.  This team is constantly looking for ways to improve operations efficiency, refining our processes, and investing in new technology. Your work will impact the lives of all San Francisco residents and many more visitors and commuters who use our transportation services and infrastructure.

 

Position Description:

Under general direction, the Network Operations Team Lead will lead the team in managing, designing, implementing, and maintaining all aspects of the Agency’s network operations and guide the team in developing a world class network.  We are looking for someone who has the proven ability to manage and inspire staff to innovate and consistently improve on the services we provide.  This position will have experience in design policies and architect a scalable network infrastructure that can keep pace with our anticipated growth.

 

Examples of Important and Essential Duties:

• Manages SFMTA network team staff, conducts performance planning and evaluations, manages resource allocation, and confirms task completion by the assigned staff.
• Engineers solutions for complex technology infrastructure challenges through establishing detailed hardware, software, and configuration standards.
• Directs and monitors technical support activities related to complex large networks.
• Plans, develops, and implements backup and disaster recovery procedures for large networks.
• Works closely with team to develop, define and manage network cybersecurity design using NIST and CISA cybersecurity practices.
• Reports to management on uptime, network health, security risks, network utilization and other KPIs as defined.
• Reports on KPIs that they have defined and manage, ensuring it represents the goals of the network team.
• Performs as project lead in major projects to monitor, coordinate and review project tasks and resources as well as provide technical assistance and guidance.
• Develops and maintains various technical documentation and provides training to technical staff.
• Engineers and designs solutions for complex problems through detailed analysis.
• Supports a full Azure (or similar cloud technology) implementation and presence.
• Analyzes and recommends cybersecurity controls and procedures in acquisition, development, and change management lifecycle of information systems, and provides oversight to ensure compliance.
• Participates in on-call rotation and maintenance of server support
• Develops and delivers best practices and procedures for network operations.
• Helps support Level 1, 2, 3 troubleshooting with 24x7 support.
• Assists in researching and recommending new technologies.
• Mentors and trains junior staff.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

 

Nature of Work:

Incumbent must be willing to work a 40-hour week as determined by the department. The position may also require sufficient physical strength and coordination for lifting, pushing, pulling and/or carrying the weight of computer systems equipment. The position may also require the following: bending, stooping and/or crawling in order to install or repair computer systems hardware, hand/eye coordination and manual dexterity for taking apart casings, installing parts and reconnecting computer systems hardware.

 

Incumbent will comply with the telecommuting policy at the SFMTA with four (4) days on-site. However, there may be situations where the incumbent will be required to work at other sites throughout the City of San Francisco as necessary.

How to qualify

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

 

1. Education: An associate degree from an accredited college or university OR its equivalent in terms of total course credits/units [i.e., at least sixty (60) semester or ninety (90) quarter credits/units with a minimum of twenty (20) semester or thirty (30) quarter credits/units; AND
2. Five (5) years of experience managing and monitoring a network environment; AND
3. Five (5) years of experience with network security technologies, such as firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems; AND
4. Three (3) years of experience managing and/or supervising technical personnel.

Substitution:

Additional experience as described above in MQ #2 may be substituted for the required degree on a year-for-year basis (up to a maximum of two (2) years). One (1) year is equivalent to thirty (30) semester units/ forty-five (45) quarter units with a minimum of 10 semester / 15 quarter units

 

Desirable Qualifications:

The stated desirable qualifications may be used to identify candidates advancing to the interview process and/or to identify job finalist(s) at the end of the selection process when referred for hiring.

• Experience defining Key Performance Indicators for reporting and measuring Network uptime and performance
• In depth knowledge of best practices around management, control, and monitoring of network infrastructure
• Experience with network troubleshooting and Diagnosis
• Experience with RF frequencies and Cellular technologies
• Experience planning and maintaining a MPLS based metropolitan area network (MAN).
• Experience with Next Generation Palo Alto firewalls.
• In-depth knowledge of IPv4, IPv6, BGP, OSPF, IS-IS and Spanning Tree Protocol.
• Previous experience managing OT (Operational Technology) networks and associated cybersecurity design. 
• Knowledge of network cybersecurity including IDS, DDoS, Firewalls, and other distributed attack schemes.
• Expert level knowledge of RF wireless technologies and experience troubleshooting RF interference.
• Strong knowledge of VoIP and Video protocols; SIP, SS7, RTP, TLS, SCCP, H.323, H.264 and MGCP.
• Ability to design, implement, administer and optimize enterprise network management systems and Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) bases monitoring utilities such as, WhatsUp Gold, Nagios, SolarWinds or equivalent.
• Proven ability to automate tasks and maintenance with a combination of custom scripts and other tools.
• Experience managing and mentoring staff. Ideally candidate managing a team of 3 or more network engineers.
• Ability to initiate, drive, and/or support innovation and change.
• Must be self-motivated with time management skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate updates, issues, and resolutions to all levels of the organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an emphasis on documentation.

What else should I know?

Verification:

Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. More information can be found at: https://sfdhr.org/information-about-hiring-process#verification. Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

Selection Process:

Applications will be screened for relevant qualifying experience.  Additional screening mechanisms may be used to determine candidates' qualifications.  Only those applicants who most closely meet the needs of the Agency will be invited to move forward in the selection process.

 

• Information About the Hiring Process
• Conviction History
• Employee Benefits Overview
• Equal Employment Opportunity
• Disaster Service Worker
• ADA Accommodation
• Right to Work
• Copies of Application Documents
• Diversity Statement

 

This recruitment may be utilized to fill similar positions in this classification at SFMTA.

For questions or inquiries, please contact the analyst, Melissa Lee at Melissa.Lee@sfmta.com.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

Position Summary

Under general supervision, performs painting and associated work on the Bridge and other District facilities as required.  Performs other related duties as assigned.
 

Essential Responsibilities

•Paints interiors and exteriors of District buildings, including railings and posts
•Performs dry wall finishing, including joint taping, skip troweling, patch work and related prep work
•Strips and prepares wood and metal for finishing
•Finishes wood and metal furniture and stains and matches gloss of existing finishes
•Applies roadway markings and striping
•Sandblasts and spray paints fabricated steel items
•Repairs and maintains spray painting equipment, brushes and rollers
•Drives District vehicles
•Knows & follows the safety and health rules and safe working practices applicable to his or her job
•Removes graffiti from buildings and the Bridge using ladders
•Handles hazardous wastes
•Responsible for cleaning and housekeeping in assigned work area
•Knows and follows the safety and health rules and safe working practices applicable to his or her job.
•Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with District employees, customers, vendors and all others contacted during the course of work using principles of excellent customer service.
•Performs additional related duties as assigned
•Regular and reliable attendance and performance is required

Full Job Description and Apply URL: House Painter | Job Details tab | Career Pages

Position Summary

Under general supervision, the Ferry Mechanic performs preventative, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, trouble-shooting, repair, and modifications on structural, mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, piping and control systems found on ferry vessels and passenger terminals; performs related work as assigned. Responsibilities include record keeping and written verification of work accomplished.

Salary Range:  
Day Shift:               $56.32 per hour
Swing Shift:           $56.32 per hour + 10% differential pay
Graveyard Shift:    $56.32 per hour + 15% differential pay
 

Essential Responsibilities

• Working with computers on a daily basis for work scheduling, work order entry and work order reporting on the Districts electronic maintenance system in addition to notifications and communications.
• Conducts tests, analyses and measurements as directed to diagnose any unusual, erratic or malfunctioning occurrence in any shipboard or terminal system or component.
• Reports any unusual wear patterns, noise, pressure, temperature, or changes in voltage, current, cycles, resistance or any other indication of potential malfunction.
• References manufacturer schematics including blueprints, drawings and specifications to resolve maintenance issues.
• References parts catalogues and other sources to determine correct parts for specific applications.
• Performs inspections, preventive maintenance, repairs and overhauls as directed.
• Documents and records work performed and parts and materials used in the electronic maintenance system. 
• Reports all safety hazards and corrects unsafe situations immediately where possible.
• Immediately reports to supervisor any potential maintenance problem or condition which could cause a possible schedule delay.
• Maintains all work areas, special tools and equipment used in performing maintenance function, in a clean and orderly manner.
• Operate a forklift and other equipment/vehicles safely.
• Interacts on a regular basis with vessel operations personnel.
• Adheres to the safety and health rules and safe working practices applicable to job.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with District employees, customers, vendors and all others contacted during the course of work using principles of excellent customer service. 
• Performs additional related duties as assigned.
• Regular and reliable attendance and performance required. 

Full Job Description and Apply URL: Ferry Mechanic | Job Details tab | Career Pages

Position Summary

 

Under general direction, performs responsible professional level engineering and administrative work in connection with a wide variety of engineering projects. May lead professional and paraprofessional engineering personnel engaged in the planning, design and construction phases of engineering projects.  Assist Directing Civil Engineer in training and providing guidance to Junior through Associate Engineer classifications and Inspector classifications. Responsibilities include: developing, coordinating and executing engineering methods and policies affecting a wide range of engineering activities; regular contact with professional engineering consultants, governmental agencies, involved communities and contractors in connection with complex and difficult engineering  matters; overall oversight and review of detailed and complex engineering calculations, plans, specifications and technical papers; and performs related duties as required.

Essential Responsibilities

 

• Prepares reports, calculations, design plans, specifications, schedules, cost estimates and other materials related to the planning, design and construction phases of engineering projects and refers them to their supervisor for final approval
• Prepares and refers to the District Engineer or designee, contract documents and agreements for the planning, design and construction phases of engineering projects with professional engineering consultants, contractors, utilities and governmental agencies
• Confers with other departments and agencies relative to engineering projects and work programs to ensure proper coordination of all related activities and responsibilities
• Makes field trips and inspections to resolve serious differences of opinion between engineers and contractors' representatives as they relate to design matters
• Conducts and attends conferences and meetings in connection with planning and design of improvement and construction projects
• Ability to use computers including proficiency with spreadsheets
• Prepares and leads the preparation of a variety of engineering calculations, data and reports in connection with planning, development, and construction of projects
• Makes oral presentations
• Regular and reliable attendance and performance

Full Job Description and Apply URL: Senior Civil Engineer | Job Details tab | Career Pages

The Position

The Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) provides oversight and strategic direction for nursing practice across the organization’s continuum of care. This role ensures a unified nursing vision and consistent standards of practice in all clinical areas where patients receive nursing services. The CNO establishes nursing policies, procedures, standards of practice, and care models that meet the needs of the patient populations served by the organization. They assess, plan, and monitor the resources necessary to support safe, high-quality patient care and foster an environment that promotes staff recruitment, retention, and professional growth.

The Chief Nursing Officer reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer and serves as a member of the Senior Leadership Team. The incumbent exercises direct and indirect supervision over skilled nursing, acute psychiatry, emergency services, acute medical/surgical services, perioperative services, ambulatory nursing practice, case management, social services, and other managerial, clinical, technical, and clerical staff. The CNO also collaborates with the Chief Medical Officer, Chief Quality & Experience Officer, and Chief Financial Officer to ensure the optimal delivery of medical services at San Mateo Medical Center.

Ideal Candidate

• Holds or is currently pursuing an advanced degree in Nursing Science
• Brings at least four years of progressive leadership experience overseeing nursing services in a complex healthcare setting
• Understands healthcare administration, including trends in policy, treatment, research, education, licensing, and accreditation
• Recognizes the need for public health systems to operate in innovative, integrated, and efficient ways that ensure continuity of care and align with broader County programs
• Thrives in a collaborative leadership environment focused on serving underserved communities
• Applies Lean/LEAP leadership philosophy and continuous improvement practices in healthcare settings
• Demonstrates a commitment to learning and growing within a principle-based leadership culture
• Has working knowledge of budgeting, finance, and reimbursement models in a public hospital context
• Brings experience navigating organized labor and civil service environments (preferred)

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:

License/Certification

• Current Licensure as a Registered Nurse in California
• Certification in Nursing Administration issued by the American Nurses Credential Center (ANCC) upon hire or within two years of hire

Experience

Four years of increasingly responsible experience in a healthcare organization performing a variety of administrative and management duties.

In addition, successful candidates will possess a minimum of two years of experience within the past five years in a senior-level administrative or executive leadership position.

Education

Possession of, or current enrollment in, an advanced degree program in Nursing Science.

How to Apply

To apply for this exciting career opportunity, the following required materials must be electronically submitted online at jobs.smcgov.org.

• Employment Application Form
• Responses to the supplemental questions
• Resumes are not accepted in place of required materials
• Applications are due by midnight on the final filing date

Tentative Recruitment Schedule

• Deadline to Apply: September 2, 2025, by 11:59 p.m. PST
• Application Screening: September 4, 2025
• Combined Panel/Department Interviews: September 16, 2025

The Planning and Building Department is seeking qualified candidates for Code Compliance Officer I/II/III.

Working under limited direction, the Code Compliance Officer ensures compliance with land use codes and ordinances by investigating and enforcing regulations on zoning, building, property maintenance, weed abatement, public nuisances, and abandoned vehicles. Duties include processing complaints, conducting research and site inspections, issuing notices and citations, maintaining records, preparing reports and inspection warrants, and representing the County in administrative hearings. The role involves frequent public interaction, particularly when investigating complaints and recommending corrective actions.

Ideal Candidate:
In addition to the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below, the ideal candidate will have:

• At least two to three years of experience interpreting, analyzing, and applying local zoning codes and ordinances.
• Effective interpersonal skills, with experience explaining policies and procedures to members of the public, dealing with uncooperative or angry customers, and working effectively as part of a team.
• Experience documenting activities using a permit tracking system.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and project management skills. 
• Possession of or ability to obtain within the first two years of employment, a Code Enforcement Training Certificate, such as from CACEO, the California Association of Code Enforcement Officers, or a similar professional group, such as ICC, International Code Council, or AACE, American Association of Code Enforcement.

Salary:
Code Compliance Officer I: $79,185.60 - $98,945.60 Annually
Code Compliance Officer II: $91,124.80 - $113,963.20 Annually
Code Compliance Officer III: $96,220.80 - $120,390.40 Annually

NOTE: Appointments to these positions may be made at the level corresponding to the experience and qualifications of the successful candidates.

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Investigate alleged code violations in response to public complaints.
• Identify and investigate violations observed while in the field.
• Process cases in accordance with procedures and standards of the Planning and Building Department and in accordance with state and local laws.
• Issue notices of violation and citations.
• Initiate coordination with other County departments and governmental agencies in processing cases.
• Maintain complete and accurate records.
• Prepare various summary reports.
• Interview property owners, neighbors and others to obtain necessary information.
• Negotiate action plans with property owners to abate nuisances.
• Refer to appropriate County officials suspected violations of health, building, fire, or zoning codes and ordinances.
• Present cases to the hearing officer in charge of appeals.
• Initiate summary abatement process for cases where voluntary compliance is not obtained.
• Coordinate the summary abatement process, including selecting contractors and monitoring their performance.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• Life/Safety Checks of structures used for Farm Worker Housing. 

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Final Filing Date: Friday, August 29, 2025, 11:59 PM PST
Application Screening: September 1 - 5, 2025
Civil Service Panel Interview: September 18 and/or 19, 2025

About the City of San Bruno

The City is dedicated to providing excellent services to our residents and community and we are looking to add new members to our team. 

The City of San Bruno Recreation and Aquatic Center offers an exciting part-time opportunity for a Fitness Instructor/Personal Trainer. This position entails 10 to 20 hours per week, with shifts available during weekday mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends. If you are passionate about health, fitness, and wellness, and enjoy helping others stay fit, we look forward to hearing from you! 

 

Position Summary

The Fitness Instructor/Personal Trainer plays a key role in providing essential fitness instruction and personalized training programs to help individuals achieve their health and fitness goals. The responsibilities include instructing group fitness classes, offering personal training sessions, designing customized fitness programs for clients, ensuring safe and effective exercises, motivating and encouraging participants, providing feedback and adjustments to exercises, and monitoring clients' progress for continuous improvement. This role will also be providing excellent customer service, addressing fitness-related inquiries, maintaining a positive and motivating environment for everyone, and ensuring the fitness facility is clean, safe, and fully operational. 

 

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.  

• Certification in personal training or group fitness instruction required (e.g., ACE, NASM, or other recognized certification).  

• At least one year of experience in fitness instruction, personal training, or a related field preferred.  

• Experience in group instruction and one-on-one training is highly desirable. 

 

Knowledge and Skills

This position requires a knowledge of general fitness principles, exercise techniques, and wellness practices, instructing and motivating individuals or groups in a fitness setting, excellent communication to provide clear instruction and positive feedback and assessing client needs and creating individualized fitness programs. The position also requires ability to operate and maintain fitness equipment safely. 

Special Requirements: 

• Current certification in First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). 

• Fitness certifications (e.g., Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor) from a nationally recognized organization. 

 

How to Apply

All interested applicants must apply by August 27th, 2025, by 5 p.m, and must submit their application to the City of San Bruno's BambooHR Page.

 

Reasonable Accommodations 

The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices. The City of San Bruno Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the selection process to accommodate disabled applicants. Individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation in the process must inform the Human Resources Department at 650-616-7055 or hr@sanbruno.ca.gov by the final filing date. 

 

 

 

The Superior Court of California, San Mateo County is seeking highly qualified individuals for the position of Court Commissioner. 

 

The appointment to this position shall be by the judges of the superior court and shall be under the general direction of the presiding judge.

 

Pursuant to California Rules of Court, candidates must have been admitted to practice law in California for at least 10 years or, on a finding of good cause by the presiding judge, for at least 5 years.

 

The commissioner’s duties include the subordinate judicial duties set forth in Code of Civil Procedures 259, which include but are not limited to conducting judicial hearings in a broad range of civil proceedings which may include family law, making findings of facts in traffic, small claims, and criminal proceedings, and performing other subordinate judicial activities as may be conferred by law or by order of the court.

 

There are currently two vacancies for Court Commissioners.  One position is a regular position and the second is a limited term position.  Limited term positions are full-time, temporary assignments not to exceed three years. Limited term employees receive medical and dental benefits, like regular employees, and a defined contribution retirement plan. 

 

IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Experience as a hearing officer, judge pro-tem, or mediator.
• Knowledge of trial and hearing procedures and rules of evidence.
• Knowledge of court calendars.
• Demonstrated ability to present statements of law, fact, and argument clearly and logically in written and oral form.
• Ability to manage a courtroom in a fair, courteous, and efficient manner to promote respect for the judicial process.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with judicial officers, attorneys, court staff, and various governmental agencies.
• Experience working effectively with the public, especially in stressful situations.
• Ability to work efficiently and with flexibility.
• Experience working in and with the citizenry of San Mateo County.

 

For more information about the Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo, please visit https://www.sanmateocourt.org.

 

RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

• Recruitment Opens: August 15, 2025
• Recruitment Closes: August 29, 2025
• Application Screening: September 2-5, 2025
• Panel Interviews: September 11-12, 2025
• Finalist Interviews: October 3, 2025

 

TO APPLY

To apply for these exciting career opportunities, the following materials must be submitted electronically at https://jobs.smcgov.org:

 

• Resume
• Cover Letter that includes:
  • You name
  • California State Bar number
  • Date of Admission to the State Bar
  • Law School, Degree Awarded, Date
  • The position(s) in which you are interested – regular, limited term, or both
• Responses to the Supplemental Questions

 

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS

1. Describe your experience working as an attorney during the past five years, including specific areas of the law, trials, and other significant legal practice experience. Cite any relevant cases related thereto. If practicable, please provide a name and telephone number of any person(s) who can be a reference for you regarding your trial/courtroom work.

2. Describe your community or civic service experience. Include the names of the organizations, the services provided, the time periods, and, if practicable, the names and telephone numbers of any persons who can provide a reference regarding your service.

3. Describe, if applicable, any previous Judge Pro Tem service. Please specify the court, specialty area, and period of the service.

4. List the names and telephone numbers of three professional references who are not a sitting judge, commissioner, or staff in this court.

5. Describe any commendations or disciplines issued by the California or other State Bar. Please include the year of the action.

6. Provide a sample of your professional legal writing.

 

SELECTION PROCESS

The court hiring committee will screen application packets and extend an interview invitation to only the most highly qualified candidates, as determined by the committee.  Panel interviews will be conducted on September 11 and 12, 2025.  Finalist interviews will be conducted on September 19, 2025.  Interviews will be conducted in San Mateo County.

 

For questions about these positions or the selection process, please contact Chet Overstreet at 650-363-4385 or coverstreet@smcgov.org.