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The Financial Reporting Accountant performs a wide variety of accounting activities in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) for the San Mateo County Transit District (SamTrans), the Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board (JPB), the San Mateo County Transportation Authority (TA), and the San Mateo County Express Lanes Joint Powers Authority (ELJPA).

Examples of Essential Functions

• Prepare monthly quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
• Provide supervision to staff Accountants
• Review, analyze, and reconcile revenue, expenses, accounts receivable, accounts payable, deferred revenue, and member agency contribution accounts.
• Compile, interpret, and analyze accounting data such as budget, encumbrances and expenses.
• Review accounting documents to ensure accuracy of information and calculations. Make necessary correcting entries.
• Analyze accounting variances, trends, exceptions, and discrepancies.
• Process and analyze accounting data in Enterprise Resource Planning database (ERP).
• Prepare bank reconciliations, and reports.
• Prepare the annual comprehensive financial report.

Examples of Essential Duties:

• Prepare financial statements and reports.
• Review and analyze transactions for proper coding, accuracy, and completeness.
• Maintain general ledger and subledgers.
• Prepare, review, approve, and process journal entries.
• Analyze project costs, grant expenditures, and fixed asset accounting. Add, delete, and adjust capital asset information.
• Prepare journal entries and reconciliation of general ledger to subsidiary ledgers.
• Prepare documentation for annual audits and year-end financial reporting.
• Provide customer service and resolve issues for internal and external customers.
• Prepare the Annual Comprehensive Annual Financial Reports (ACFR)
• Prepare the State Controller’s Report and National Transit Database Reports.
• Input payment vouchers, cost reports, and other documents into the Financial System.
• Review documentation for proper authorization and conformance with agreements, contracts and local, state or federal regulations.
• Process expense reports, invoices, progress payments and other requests for payments.
• Process the weekly pay cycle and provide weekly accounts payable cash estimates.
• Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect one’s self, fellow employees, and the public from injury or harm. Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures in an effort to reduce or eliminate accidents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Sufficient experience, training and/or education to demonstrate the knowledge and ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. In lieu of a degree, work-related experience that demonstrates the skills and experience necessary to perform this role will be accepted. Development of the required knowledge and abilities is typically obtained through but not limited to:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field.
• Three (3) years of full-time accounting or related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the public sector is desirable.
• Experience with preparing complex financial statements and reports.
• Experience with maintaining the general ledger and subledger.
• Experience with ERP databases; PeopleSoft experience is desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• The ability to communicate effectively, orally, and in writing.

TEMPORARY LIBRARY SPECIALIST III, PART TIME

Note: Casual non-benefited employees are limited to working no more than twenty-five (25) hours per week and no more than 900 hours in a fiscal year (July 1-June 30). *Seasonal non-benefited employees are limited to working no more than six (6) consecutive months and no more than 900 hours in a fiscal year (July 1-June 30). 
 
 The City of Sunnyvale is seeking to fill the positions of Temporary Library Specialist III. An energetic and highly motivated individual who possesses excellent customer service, technical and interpersonal skills is needed. 
 
 This classification provides clerical support for Library operations and programs by receiving and responding to patron questions, performing circulation duties, and performing duties related to the opening and closing of the Library. This classification differs from the lower-level classification of Library Specialist II in that the Library Specialist II performs the more routine duties.

Essential Job Functions:

(May include, but are not limited to, the following):

• Conducts transactions with the public and employees including the acceptance of payments or fees, registration of new library cards, checking library materials in and out using either manual or automated circulation systems, updating patron records, preparation of requisitions, and receiving reports, distribution of documents, data, or information.
• Provides information about library services, policies, and procedures to the public.
• Performs simple operations for updating or blocking certain fields in a patron's record and performs related work on the online system.
• Assists and trains patrons on the use of the Technology Center; troubleshoots public access computer issues; and responds to patron questions regarding computer usage.
• Uses the online system to search for library materials and patron information.
• Assists in receiving and resolving patron complaints and questions.
• Deletes and discards outdated and damaged library materials from circulation system.
• Processes and shelves holds and other library materials.
• Types documents and routine correspondence.
• Mends books, media and audiovisual library materials.
• Performs simple maintenance on library equipment and machines.

In addition to the duties above, employees may be assigned to one or more workgroups.
 
 If assigned to the Circulation work group, additional duties include:

• Provides first point of contact customer service to patrons in person and on the phone.
• Performs daily start-up and closing operations for the computerized circulation system including setting up and taking down self check-out machines, logging on and off computers and restocking the circulation desk.
• Delivers library materials to homebound residents and offsite locations.

If assigned to the Technical Services work group, additional duties include:

• Processes new library materials; applies labels and creates packaging; programs RFID tag, enters information into circulation system and organizes onto carts for processing.
• Corrects call number labels and barcodes; reviews and resolves issues related to media playability.
• Receives and processes receiving slips and invoices for payments.
• Maintains work group's processing manual.
• Develops, maintains, and archives a variety of files, fling systems, and records.
• Collects information from various sources and compiles data for reports.

WORKING CONDITIONS
 Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading reports and work related documents and using a computer. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal customer service. The need to lift, drag and push files, paper, books, carts and documents weighing up to 50 pounds is also required. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodation.
 

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience:
 
 The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following way:
 Graduation from high school or tested equivalent; AND,
 One year of clerical, customer service or library work experience.
 
Knowledge of:

• Library circulation principles.
• Modern office equipment and designated specialized computer software and operating programs.
• Cash handling techniques.
• Principles of alphabetical and numerical filing.
• Advanced customer service principles.

Ability to:

• Make simple calculations.
• Carry out routine clerical and library procedures.
• Consistently apply policies and procedures according to available guidelines.
• Handle records accurately.
• File alphabetically and numerically.
• Operate modern office equipment and applicable software.
• Receive, research and resolve customer questions.
• Provide excellent customer service to the public and City employees.
• Understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain and promote positive and effective working relationships with employees and the public.
• Demonstrate initiative and exercise good judgment in the performance of duties.
• Apply the operations, policy and procedures of the Library.
• Work independently and as a team member; recognize and set priorities and meet deadlines.
• Observe safety principles and work in a safe manner.

Willingness to:

• Work irregular hours, evenings and weekends as required.

Licenses/Certificates:
 Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C California driver's license or the ability to provide alternative transportation as approved by the appointing authority and a safe driving record. 
 
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Customer service and/or clerical experience
• Experience in a public library environment
• Ability to speak other languages that represent the demographics of the community.

An exciting opportunity is now open! 

Housing Programs Specialist I

Hourly Range: $33.44 - $44.81 

Internal Opening Date: July 21, 2025 

External Closing Date: August 4, 2025

(9/80 Work Schedule with alternating Fridays off).

Are you interested in making an impact? The Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is the county’s largest provider of affordable housing, and envisions a future where we, as an organization, become a relevant community leader, expanding our commitment to increasing the supply of safe and affordable living environments for low-income families.  

How You Will Make an Impact: 

The Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is seeking a Housing Program Specialist I, which is an entry level position to the Housing Programs Specialist series, to serve as the primary contact for all applicants applying for housing assistance programs and the administration of rental assistance programs. The incumbent will perform technical and programmatic aspects, requiring the interpretation and application of regulations policies, and procedures to determine the eligibility of program services, ensuring accurate processing of data, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. 

For a detailed description of the position's essential functions, please click HERE. 

APPLICATION PROCESS 

 If you are interested in pursuing this exciting career opportunity, please attach and submit the following required items with your application: 

• A completed Santa Clara County Housing Authority online application including supplemental responses.
• A detailed resume that highlights your related skills and experience is required.

Candidates must complete the Santa Clara County Housing Authority application form for this position and submit it online. Please note that incomplete applications will not be accepted. 

 SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE 

 Applicants are required to complete the Supplemental Questionnaire. This will be used throughout the process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications for the position. 

The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
  
The Santa Clara County Housing Authority is an Equal Opportunity and does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, medical, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by law. Qualified individuals with a disability will receive reasonable accommodation, as required by the California Family Rights Act (CFRA), and federal laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504, during any phase of the selection process, providing such request is made to Human Resources at least five working days in advance. Medical disability verification may be required before accommodation. Under federal law, all employees must provide documents that authorize the right to work in the United States. 

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SELECTION PROCESS

Interested applicants must complete a standard application form.  Applications and resumes may be submitted via our website at www.scchousingauthority.org.  For assistance: please contact the Human Resources Department at (408) 993-2934.

The Department:

The Finance Department administers the financial affairs of the City of Santa Clara, including City-owned public utilities. The department is comprised of five divisions, Administrative Services, Budget and Treasury, Accounting, Municipal Services, and Purchasing. Together these divisions carry out the mission of the Finance Department to ensure that the financial/fiscal activities of the City are performed, recorded, and presented in compliance with professional and ethical standards.

The Position: 

The Finance Department is seeking to recruit a Senior Management Analyst in the Accounting Division to support personnel management, general accounting, and accounts payable. The Senior Management Analyst will also be involved in the financial analysis of special grants and fund accounting and prepare periodic and annual reports for the City, its Agencies and Corporations, and the annual State Controller Reports. The incumbent would be a contributor of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report which includes Management’s Discussion and Analysis (MD&A), basic financial statements including notes, and supplementary information.

The ideal candidate for this position will have a strong accounting background and possess a bachelor's degree in a related field. This position will be required to perform high-level technical support and complex financial analysis related to accounting. It would be especially valuable if the candidate is familiar with governmental accounting and related Governmental Accounting Standards Boards (GASB) pronouncements. Candidates should have strong attention to detail, solid written and verbal communications, and must be deadline-oriented. The position requires the use of considerable initiative, judgment, analysis, and interpersonal skills. To learn more about the City of Santa Clara Finance Department, visit our website.

Responsibilities

• Manage professional, technical, clerical, and other lower level staff to include, prioritizing and assigning work; conduct performance evaluations; provide training; and making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations. Evaluates training needs and workload balance for staff and prepares plan for implementation.
• Prepare and monitor the department or division budget; prepare revenue estimates and forecast; prepare and monitor operating and capital budgets, grants, contracts and other financial transactions;
• Analyze organization structures, functions, procedures, and practices; provide analyses and recommendations of various kinds and levels of services provided by City government and other budgeted resources; recommend process improvements.
• Review and analyze policies and procedures to determine efficiency and effectiveness, both financially and operationally;
• Conduct statistical analyses and apply information technology applications, spreadsheets and databases, to analyze and evaluate data;
• Propose reasonable conclusions, effective solutions and potential options;
• Write complete, concise reports designed to effect improvements and/or implement solutions;
• Present report contents and provides constructive feedback to departments, organizations, functions impacted by the report;
• Assist in the development and implementation of new and/or revised programs, systems, policies, and procedures
• Create and manage project timelines; work with staff, other departments, and/or vendors/outside consultants to meet deadlines and achieve project goals; Manage department or City-wide programs and projects with general direction;
• Investigate, research and respond to assigned complaints, issues or concerns raised by the public or employees, and propose responses and/or resolutions for review and acceptance by City Manager or senior management;
• Perform monitoring, review and analysis of procedures, plans, contracts, processes, guidelines, and instructions to ensure compliance with departmental policies and Federal, State, and City regulations;
• Analyze and report on the effects of recent legislation and case law on assigned areas of responsibility;
• Effectively explain and clarify departmental and City policies, procedures, and programs to City staff, elected officials, other agencies, businesses, and the general public as required; Serve as staff liaison, as assigned, to City Commissions and/or committees;
• Represent the City and the department in interdepartmental, interagency, community, and/or professional organization projects, meetings, and events;
• Maintain, as directed, relations with governmental jurisdictions, organizations, associations and other external groups, making personal appearances as necessary;

As a member of the City's Unclassified Service, this is an "at-will" position and the incumbent serves at the discretion of the City Manager.

Additional Information: 

Applications must be filled out completely (e.g. do not write “see resume, NA, or personnel file.”). To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a 1) Cover Letter and, 2) Resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Application packets may be submitted online through the “Apply Now” feature on the job announcement at www.santaclaraca.gov. Applications must be submitted by the filing deadline of Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at 4:00 PM.

THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS OR DEPARTMENTS BESIDES THE POSITIONS LISTED BELOW.  IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN EMPLOYMENT IN THIS CLASSIFICATION, YOU SHOULD APPLY TO ENSURE YOU ARE CONSIDERED FOR ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES THAT MAY UTILIZE THE APPLICANTS FROM THIS RECRUITMENT. MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS.  ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW. 

The annual salary range for this position is $138,593.04 - $179,371.20.  This position may be filled at or near the minimum of the salary range. 

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration or closely related field; and
• Three years of responsible professional journey-level experience in public administration which may include systems and procedures, budget, fiscal program and project coordination, or human resources programs.

Desirable Qualifications

A Master's degree in Public or Business Administration or closely related field is desirable.

Certifications/Licenses 
 Possession of an appropriate, valid California Class C driver's license is required at time of appointment and for duration of employment.
 
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
 Must be able to perform all of the essential functions of the job assignment. 
 
CONFLICT OF INTEREST
 Incumbents in this position are required to file a Conflict of Interest statement upon assuming office, annually, and upon leaving office, in accordance with City Manager Directive 100.

Follow this link to view the entire Class Specification, which includes more information on Typical Duties and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities.

Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application. 

The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 615-2080 or HumanResources@santaclaraca.gov. 

Our diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7,000 employees play a key role in the success of San José, the heart of the Silicon Valley. All City of San José employees work together as one team to make San José a vibrant, innovative, and desirable place to live and work. Visit here to learn more about our One Team Leadership Values and Expectations, including quality and excellent customer service and here to learn more about San José.

The City of San José is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of San José is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 408-535-1285, 711 (TTY), or via email at CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov.

About the Department

Our diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7,000 employees play a key role in the success of San José, the heart of the Silicon Valley. All City of San José employees work together as one team to make San José a vibrant, innovative, and desirable place to live and work. Visit here to learn more about San José.

The City of San José, the Capital of Silicon Valley, is one of the nation's best managed cities and one of the top ten cities in which to live, work, and do business. Moreover, San José is the center of cultural, government and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San José have embraced the following values: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect and Celebration. The City's Department of Public Works (DPW) is seeking an individual whose values align with the values of the City's employees

The Public Works Department is responsible for delivering capital improvement projects for a wide variety of City facilities and infrastructure, maintaining City facilities and fleet assets, facilitating and regulating development activities, and providing animal care and services.  The Department is committed to high-quality service, partnering with the community, and providing an excellent environment in which to work.

About the Division

Engineering Services Division is comprised of four sections: Construction Management Services, Structural Engineering and Code Inspection, Material Testing Laboratory, and Survey. This division provides technical support services for Capital Improvement Projects, development/utility permit projects, inspection oversight, Underground Service Alert (USA)services, land surveying, monument preservation services, field and laboratory testing, pavement design and evaluations, and building code inspection services.

The Land Survey Section provides land surveying services to Capital Improvement Projects and development permit projects; Maintains the City of San Jose's system of benchmarks; Provides monument preservation services for those monuments impacted by City improvement projects; and Technical map review services for subdivision maps within the City of San Jose.

Position Duties

Salary range for the classification of Chief of Surveys is:

$133,682.64 - $162,860.88 Annually. This range includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates’ qualifications and experience.

The Department of Public Works is recruiting for (1) Full-Time Chief of Surveys position to provide the following typical duties and responsibilities which may include but are not limited to:

• Supervises an office technical staff in the preparation of drawings, corner records, record of surveys, reviewing improvement plans and specifications, parcel maps and tract maps.

• Provides direction and supervises several field survey crews to locate property lines, gather data for topographic surveys and stake construction projects.

• Reviews, schedules, and assigns crews to survey projects; recommends methods and procedures to efficiently complete assigned projects.

• prepares time and cost estimates for requested survey work. 

• Reviews preliminary construction drawings to determine nature and extent of required survey work; participates in pre-construction, project scheduling, and other meetings concerning survey matters.

• Reviews, approves, or examines land surveying documents (maps, plats, reports, descriptions, etc.) under supervision of the Land Surveyor.

• Manages surveying staff including supervision, hiring, training and performance evaluations.

• Plans, coordinates, and schedules all office surveying activities.

• Sets and maintains standard practices for office surveying activities and quality control.

• Consults with public and private engineers, inspectors, and contractors relative to requested work and coordinates any necessary activities.

• Communicates with clients and the public and resolves issues that arise during field surveys.

• Performs map and document research for field and office survey projects.

• Interprets construction documents for construction surveys.

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent (General Educational Development [GED] Test or California Proficiency Certificate)

Experience: Eight (8) years of increasingly responsible sub-professional engineering/surveying work, including three (3) years at a level of a Survey Party Chief, Senior Engineering Technician, Senior Construction Inspector, or equivalent.

Acceptable Substitutions

Up to four (4) years (equivalent to 120 semester units or 180 quarter units) of undergraduate course work in college engineering, surveying, geography, and/or mathematics, or related fields, from an accredited college or university, may be substituted for subprofessional engineering/surveying experience on a year-for-year basis.

Certifications

Possession of a Land Surveyor-in-Training certificate and possession of a valid driver's license authorizing the operation of a motor vehicle in the State of California. - Land Surveyor's license is highly desirable.
 

Selection Process:

The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews.

If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Jennifer Macias at Jennifer.Macias1@sanjoseca.gov.

Additional Information:

Employment Eligibility:  Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.  

You must answer all job-specific questions to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applicants are expected to write their own essays/responses.  Please be advised that use of AI content in your responses may result in your removal from the hiring process.

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system.

The Manager, Track & Structures reports to the Deputy Director of Infrastructure Engineering and is responsible for overseeing railroad track and structures engineering support for the Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board (Caltrain)

Essential Functions & Duties:

Essential Functions:

• Acts as agency lead on matters related to track and structures.
• Oversee the track and structures engineering tasks for design/construction of Caltrain Capital and SOGR projects and provide technical support for planning on grade separation projects.
• Ensure the capital and maintenance projects comply with the contract agreement and implement the approved design for compliance with JPB standards and specifications. 
• Lead the advanced technical reviews of projects to assess constructability, examine design details, perform quantity audit, and recommend construction sequencing.
• Establish effective relationships and liaise with Caltrain operation contractors, consultants, internal departments, and other agencies (CPUC, FRA, UPRR, etc.) on railroad track and structures related to influence design and project development.
• Supervise staff.  Hire, mentor and take appropriate corrective and/or disciplinary action.  Ensure EEO policies and procedures are followed. Participate in selection of staff. Coordinate staff training and professional development. Establish performance objectives. Monitor and evaluate employee performance.

Examples of Essential Duties: 

• Plan, develop and implement the group’s work plan, budget, goals, and objectives to be consistent with the Engineering Department’s goals.
• Manage the design review of project documentation such as drawings, basis of design, specifications, technical reports, and calculations for compliance with Caltrain Standards and for cost effectiveness of the design. 
• Lead development of potential solutions to the design/construction team and presents for design optimization, risk management challenges, and constructability improvements.
• Assist with Maintenance Department to develop the annual and long-term railroad track engineering and maintenance plans, coordinate these plans with capital projects and support to implement the plans.
• Review and provide technical input for capital and maintenance projects for compliance and cost effectiveness of the design.
• Perform QA reviews of RFIs and submittals as well as participate in change order review and final inspections to construction. 
• Ensure track and structures comply with all return-to-service requirements following all construction activities.
• Review and evaluate project specific designs and provide technical recommendations to design variance approval process.
• Responsible for Caltrain Bridge Management Program.
• Responsible for updates to Caltrain Engineering Standards.
• Train, motivate and monitor staff activities, provide direction, and to identify and resolve the problems.
• Provide 24/7 on-call construction and maintenance support.
• Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect oneself, fellow employees and the public from injury or harm.  Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures to reduce or eliminate accidents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or related field. 
• Professional Engineer's license.
• Five years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience of railroad design and engineering in a railroad, engineering firm, or public works agency with experience managing professional staff.
• Railroad structures projects design experience through all phases of design and construction.
• Experienced with AREMA, FRA and CPUC Standards.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Able to respond 24/7 to service and operational needs in a variety of weather and road conditions.
• Experienced with AREMA, FRA and CPUC Standards.
• Effective oral, written, and presentation communication skills.
• Possess a valid California driver license with safe driving record or able to obtain one within six months of hire.

Additional Information:

• To apply, please visit the https://www.caltrain.com/about-caltrain/jobs. Complete an online employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Continuous  Recruitment Until Filled. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of the application and supplemental questionnaire (If required).  Incomplete application will not be considered.
• The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment/examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request. If you have a need for an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department at (650) 508-6308. 
• Caltrain celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment.  We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, Women, Persons with Disabilities and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

The Department: 

Silicon Valley Power currently provides over 40 percent of Santa Clara’s electricity from carbon-free renewable resources. In addition to using green energy from large-scale wind, solar, geothermal and hydroelectric projects outside of the area, SVP employs innovative ways to locally produce electricity by capturing and burning methane gas from a closed city landfill and using power from solar generating systems on city-owned garages and vacant, unusable land. It is the mission of Silicon Valley Power to be a progressive, service-oriented utility, offering reliable, competitively priced services for the benefit of Santa Clara and its customers. Being competitive in the marketplace with a continuous focus on customer service, SVP can provide economic value to the City of Santa Clara and its customers while maintaining low residential rates and offering competitive rates for all customers.

 

The Position: 

SVP is seeking Journey Line workers that have the ability to perform routine and emergency work maintaining and expanding SVP’s electric transmission and distribution system, including but not limited to: 
- Perform electrical installation and repair work and to construct and maintain overhead and underground electric distribution and transmission system; 
- Think and act appropriately and quickly in emergencies; 
- Maintain good public relations; 
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; 
- Work from electrical plans and detailed drawings; 
- Input data using computer programs for documenting electric facility maintenance and inspection findings; 
- Effectively train and supervise others; 
- Understand and follow oral and written instructions; 
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relationship with those contacted in the course of work, including the general public; 
- Walk or stand for extended periods of time and bend, stoop, reach, carry, crawl, climb, and lift as necessary to perform assigned duties;
- Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet strict deadlines; and Work in a team-based environment and achieve common goals.

 

Additional Information: 

Applications must be filled out completely (e.g. do not write “see resume, NA, or personnel file.”). To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a 1) Resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

 

Application packets may be submitted online through the “Apply Now” feature on the job announcement at www.santaclaraca.gov.  This position is continuous. Applications will be reviewed on a bi-weekly basis for consideration to the position.  If you are interested in applying you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, before the position is closed.  The first application review period is Friday, February 7, 2025 at 4:00 PM.

 

THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS DIVISION.  IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN EMPLOYMENT IN THIS CLASSIFICATION, YOU SHOULD APPLY TO ENSURE YOU ARE CONSIDERED FOR ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES THAT MAY UTILIZE THE APPLICANTS FROM THIS RECRUITMENT. MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS.  ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO THE PERFORMANCE EXAMINATION AND INTERVIEW.  

 

The annual salary range for this position is $174,855.60 - $223,586.16.  This position may be filled at or near the minimum of the salary range. 

 

Follow this link to view the entire Class Specification, which includes more information on Typical Duties and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities.

Candidates must attain a passing score on each phase of the examination process to qualify for the Eligible List. A department interview may be required prior to appointment.

Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.  

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

- Graduation from high school or possession of a G.E.D.; and

- Completion of a recognized three-year apprenticeship program as a Lineworker is required.

LICENSE & CERTIFICATION

- Possession of a valid California Class A Driver's license is required, or

- Possession of a valid California Class C license at the time of appointment and the ability to obtain a California Class A license within six months of employment

- Incumbents in this position are required to become rubber glove certified as a condition of holding the classification of Journey Lineworker within nine (9) months of appointment.

 

SPECIAL CONDITIONS & REQUIREMENTS

- Incumbents of this classification may be required to work outside their regularly scheduled hours, and to be available for emergency and/or pre-arranged work whenever called upon.

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San Mateo County currently has one full-time vacancy with Behavioral Health and Recovery Services, South County Adult Behavioral Health Center. We are located in the heart of Redwood City and conveniently located near Caltrain and highway 101. Our multidisciplinary teams are dynamic and dedicated to serving Adult Clients with Severe Mental Health Illness in outpatient setting.

Exciting news! Candidates have the opportunity to receive a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000. The sign-on bonus will be in 3 phases and will be prorated for part-time positions. Restrictions Apply. Please see link for details. https://jobs.smcgov.org/hiring-incentives/

The County offers an excellent benefits package that is available to spouses, domestic partners, and other dependents. Visit https://www.smcgov.org/hr/employee-benefits to learn more about our employee benefits.

The Bilingual Spanish Psychiatric Social Worker / Marriage and Family Therapists will provide specialized psychiatric assessment, brief treatment, and clinical case management services for adult clients with Severe Mental Illness. Principal duties will include mental health and substance use assessment and treatment; engaging clients to services; consultation with providers; and linkage/referrals to other community providers. The main role of this position will be working within a dynamic multi-disciplinary team to provide specialized psychiatric casework and care coordination, provide individual and group psychotherapy, case management, and refer clients to Private Provider Network and/or community agencies for additional services.

The primary duties will include care coordination for a clinical case load, mental health assessments; treatment planning, case management; crisis management; individual psychotherapy; and collaborating with multidisciplinary team which includes psychiatrist, registered nurses, PSW SW and LMFT, and Case managers. Clinician will also perform “Officer of the Day” duties.

Collaboration and coordination of services with other providers is an essential piece of the services to be provided, therefore candidate should have excellent oral and written communication skills. The clinician may consult and collaborate with other teams in BHRS and community agencies and contract providers.

What we can offer YOU:

• Dynamic, face paced, supportive, enriching multicultural team environment.
• Opportunity to work in a ethnically diverse urban community with close partnerships with community service agencies.
• Diverse, and rich experiences in working adults seeking mental health treatment, in an outpatient setting.
• Participation in health equity initiatives to address race disparities.
• Opportunities to work with the LGBTIQA+ population.
• Licensed clinical supervision.
• Excellent training opportunities towards licensure, Tuition Reimbursement, Education Leave, and a Wellness Program, among others.
• Flexible schedules, hybrid telework.
• Mileage reimbursement and commuter benefits.
• Competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and pension plans for regular employees.
• Participation in student loan repayment programs.

Minimum qualifications include:

Licensure/Certification

Psychiatric Social Worker I: Registration with the Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Associate Clinical Social Worker. An individual hired in this classification must become licensed within six years from the original date of registration as an Associate Social Worked issued by the State of California.

Psychiatric Social Worker II: Current California license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.

Marriage & Family Therapist I: Registration with the Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. An individual hired in this classification must become licensed within six years from the original date of registration as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist issued by the State of California.

Marriage & Family Therapist II: Current California license as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.

Education and Experience 

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is a Master's degree in Social Work, Social Welfare or a closely related field.

Salary:

Psychiatric Social Worker I/Marriage & Family Therapist I:

$43.56 - $54.46 Hourly

$90,604.80 - $113,276.80 Annually

Psychiatric Social Worker II/Marriage & Family Therapist II:

$48.98 - $61.26 Hourly

$101,878.40 - $127,420.80 Annually

How to Apply

To apply for this exciting career opportunity, the following materials must be electronically submitted online at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sanmateo/jobs/4549175/psychiatric-social-worker-marriage-family-therapist-i-ii-open-and-promotional

• Employment Application Form
• Responses to the supplemental questions
• Please select “(Adult) Outpatient Clinic-Redwood City, South County Clinic ” in the Supplemental Questions section.

For any recruitment related questions please contact Carolyn Burns at cburns1@smmcgov.org.

Applications are only accepted online.

Overview:

Join Valley Water: Pioneering Digital Transformation and Technology Modernization in Cloud, SaaS, AI, and Beyond!

Lead Our Software Services Unit: Transform legacy systems into cutting-edge technologies through strategic modernization initiatives.
Empower Innovation: Oversee vendor management, consultant partnerships, and stakeholder collaboration to drive meaningful outcomes.
Customer-Focused Leadership: Guide software selection, system migration, and IT evolution with a strong emphasis on customer engagement and digital innovation.

The Software Services Manager will lead Valley Water’s Software Services Unit, which is responsible for all enterprise applications including, but not limited to: ESRI ArcGIS, IBM Maximo Asset Management, Web Design and Publishing, Intranet, Oracle and SQL Databases, Application Development, and Infor ERP.

This is a unique opportunity to join Valley Water, an industry leader in digital transformation, as we modernize many of our legacy and on-premises systems to Cloud, SaaS, IaaS, and other advanced technologies. Vendor selection and management, consultant engagement, and stakeholder partnership are essential to the Software Services Manager’s success. This critical and customer-facing role will support IT’s internal customers with software selection, requirements gathering, and seamless migration to modern solutions as the organization continues its transformation journey.

Our Commitment: 
We are committed to building and sustaining a working environment where all individuals are respected and valued. We believe every member of our team brings unique perspectives that enhance our ability to serve the public effectively. By fostering a workplace with employees from the communities we serve, we broaden our collective understanding of the world around us and strengthen our mission to equitably provide safe, clean water, natural flood protections, and environmental stewardship.

About Valley Water:
Valley Water is a public agency with an operating and capital budget of $964 million, and over 900 employees. With headquarters in San José, Valley Water provides water supply, enhances streams and watersheds through creek restoration and habitat protection, provides flood protection for homes, schools, businesses and roadways, and partners with other agencies to provide trails and open space for the community.

 

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee and manage enterprise applications, including cloud-based solutions such as Microsoft Azure and AWS as well as legacy systems.
• Develop and integrate AI and machine learning technologies into enterprise applications to enhance data analytics and decision-making processes.
• Supervise three to four team leads and ensure effective collaboration within the team to achieve project goals.
• Serve as a key liaison between IT and business units, ensuring customer needs are met and exceed expectations.
• Assist IT customers with software selection, requirements gathering, and migration to new services as the organization modernizes.
• Drive the implementation of cybersecurity best practices across all software services to protect sensitive data and maintain compliance with industry standards.
• Manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure third-party solutions meet Valley Water’s requirements and standards.
• Promote culture of continuous improvement by staying current with emerging technologies and industry trends.
• Plans, manages, and oversees staff and consultants responsible for database administration, systems development, and support of ERP, GIs, Asset Management, Databases, Custom Applications, Payment Processing, and other enterprise services. Provides leadership and analytical support in assessing the overall functionality of information systems, integrating with existing and planned systems, and implementing and ongoing support.
• Manages and participates in the development, design, implementation, and modification of Valley Water-wide and division/unit-specific business applications and platforms, including applications development and support, database administration, systems administration, and internal and external websites; directs the review, analysis, and modification of existing systems and applications; coordinates the design, development, upgrading, implementation, and testing of new systems and applications.
• Prepares and develops project specifications; evaluates third-party software applications; ensures new and revised software applications adapt with existing computer systems. Coordinates with the Technology Innovation, Program Management, and Infrastructure unit to execute Valley Water technology goals.
• Leads and guides project teams in selecting and executing applications support projects, including developing strategies to complete work and ensuring compliance with acceptable information services standards and Valley Water procedures. Responsible for governance and prioritization of the software services application portfolio with a drive to reduce costs and to provide Valley Water employees with the best applications available on the market.

Ideal Candidate's Background Includes:

Applicants whose experience and background best match the ideal experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education are considered ideal candidates for the position. To determine the top candidates, each applicant will be assessed based on the ideal candidate criteria as listed below.

Ideal Experience:

• Five (5) years of experience in analysis, design, implementation, and maintenance of information systems and technology, including two (2) years of direct supervisory experience.
• Experience with all enterprise applications including but not limited to with ESRI ArcGIS, IBM Maximo Asset Management, Infor Cloudsuite ERP, Web Design and Publishing (Drupal), Intranet (Drupal), Oracle and MySql Databases, Application Development.
• Leading organizations through periods of technology change, for example, replacing a legacy ERP, GIS, Asset Management, or other enterprise system with a modern cloud SAAS equivalent
• Experience with Vendor & Consultant Management
• Project management experience with a proven track record of delivering IT solutions on time and within budget.
• Proven experience in leading software services teams and managing enterprise applications.
• Expertise in cloud computing platforms (e.g., Microsoft Azure, Aws) and SaaS applications.
• Proven customer-focused leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proven experience in leading software services teams and managing enterprise applications.

Ideal Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to identify IT issues and opportunities, formulate and evaluate technology strategies, set priorities, and allocate resources to effectively coordinate and meet business needs amongst a diverse set of stakeholders.
• Ability to evaluate and develop improvements to applications support operations, procedures, policies, or methods.
• Ability to conduct complex applications support research, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical reports.
• Ability to adapt to complex and challenging software environments.
• Ability to manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts effectively.
• Ability to apply the relevant procedures, policies, and documents.
• Proven track record of managing multiple high-profile projects simultaneously and delivering results with limited supervision.
• Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven track record of customer-focused and solutions-oriented leadership.
• Strong change management skills and experience.

Ideal Knowledge:

• Industry standard information technology principles, practices, and methods as applied to systems analysis, design, development, implementation, maintenance, and security; database administration, structures and management; and software evaluation, selection, and installation.
• Knowledge of document management systems and data retention strategies
• Strong knowledge of AI, machine learning, and data analytics.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of software development and hardware architecture.

Ideal Training and Education:

Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Business, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, IT Management, Management Information Systems, or related field.

This position requires the individual to be onsite and is typically not a teleworking position.