Search Jobs

The City of Sunnyvale is recruiting for the position of Water Pollution Control Plant Division Manager. As part of the Environmental Services Department and reporting to the Director, this position plans, organizes, directs, and coordinates the activities of the Water Pollution Control Plant Operations and Maintenance Division.  This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of the Water Pollution Control Plant Rebuild – the largest capital improvement project in the history of Sunnyvale! The Plant is undergoing a complete rebuild over the next twenty years as we bring the Plant forward to meet the latest regulatory and operating standards.

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package. A complete application consists of a City application and responses to the required supplemental questions.  The first application review will be on Monday, January 25.  For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: www.Sunnyvale.ca.gov, click on jobs.

Salary: $148,727.00 - $179,347.00

DEFINITION

Under direction, incumbents perform varied professional technical, and administrative tasks in the operation of a centralized personnel system; assist with various employee and labor relations matters; perform onboarding and off boarding processes; conduct recruitment, selection, classification and compensation activities; administer benefits and leaves; maintain records and process personnel actions; perform related duties and special projects, as required.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

The Human Resources Analyst II is the journey-level class in the professional Human Resources Analyst series. Incumbents are expected to be fully competent in all major human resources functions and able to independently perform assignments.

Incumbents are required to have an in-depth and comprehensive knowledge of the policies and procedures necessary to achieve program results.

Positions in the professional Human Resources Analyst series are flexibly staffed. Incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining the knowledge, skill, experience, licenses, and certifications which meet the qualifications for and demonstrating the ability to perform the work of the higher-level class.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (illustrative only)

• Works with hiring manager to fill vacant positions. Prepares recruitment plans and announcements, develops and implements recruitment strategies, examination components and other related material for vacant positions.
• Responsible for full cycle of recruitment including reviewing applications for examinations; conducting job analyses for the validation of examinations; developing and conducting examinations; analyzing and interpreting exam results.
• Reviews and revises job descriptions to ensure they are current and accurate.
• Conducts job audits; interviews subject matter experts and develops and/or modifies class descriptions.
• Conducts salary surveys to obtain necessary data and make recommendations.
• Prepares written and oral reports including recommendations for actions; develops cost information as needed.
• Administers the benefit programs for all employees and specified retirees; collaborates regularly with the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS).
• Administers the City’s workers’ compensation and safety programs, including monitoring workers’ compensation claims and collaborating with supervisors regarding various workers’ compensation and safety issues.
• Manages employee leaves of absence, including reviewing medical documentation and tracking the duration of leaves.
• Actively prepares for and participates in labor negotiations activities.
• Interprets and applies relevant laws, rules, policies, procedures, MOU’s and ordinances for managers, supervisors, employees.
• Reviews and processes personnel forms and changes.
• Provides information and data as requested; responds to subpoenas, public request acts and other requests for information developed and/or maintained within the department.
• Organizes and maintains automated and manual personnel record systems.
• Develops and maintains forms as needed.
• Performs onboarding and off boarding duties as needed.
• Composes letters, reports, memoranda and other written material as directed or on own initiative.
• Prepares routine reports required of the City by other government agencies.

The Environmental Services Department (ESD) is recruiting for the Environmental Services Specialist (ESS) series which includes three levels/classifications: Assistant ESS, Associate ESS, and ESS. ESD intends to use the candidate pool developed from this recruitment to fill current vacancies, as well as future ESS series vacancies. Depending on your qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications below), the application you submit may be considered for an Assistant ESS, Associate ESS, or ESS position.

The ESS series (Assistant/Associate/Environmental Services Specialist) defines a class of environmental professionals responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining municipal environmental programs. The job specifications for this series can be found here.

Annual salary by classification within the ESS series:

Assistant ESS           $66,435.20 - 80,745.60

Associate ESS          $76,980.80 - 93,537.60

ESS                           $84,843.20 - 103,147.20

The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience.  In addition to the starting salary, employees in the ESS classification series shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay. 

Duties may include: negotiating contract terms; coordinating and monitoring the work of independent contractors; developing and maintaining databases for departmental information; analyzing and interpreting statistical, economic, and highly technical data; analyzing problems and identifying solutions; preparing presentations and written reports; planning, coordinating, and staffing environmental outreach events; facilitating community events and meetings; preparing and monitoring project budgets; developing and evaluating program goals and policies; preparing public education material regarding environmental services information; assisting the general public with respect to environmental compliance issues and using City provided environmental services; implementing environmental health and safety programs; implementing regulatory programs; serving as a liaison to outside agencies and regulatory bodies; grant development and oversight; and performing field inspections.

Note: ESD currently has over 40 ESS positions in the department. Candidates interested in positions in Integrated Waste Management, Watershed Protection, Sustainability and Compliance, and/or Water Resources programs are strongly encouraged to apply.  To learn more about the great work we do in these divisions, please go to sjenvironment.org.

Currently, there are several vacant ESS positions available in the Sustainability and Compliance (Water Compliance), Integrated Waste Management (Commercial Services), and Watershed Protection (Stormwater Management) Divisions. Vacant positions may change based on internal movement, and we will provide specific position information prior to interviews.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. 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.

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose’s website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers. 

The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience. In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Senior Analyst classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay.

The Office of Retirement Services has one (1) Analyst I/II vacancy in the Benefits Division. We are seeking an energetic, focused, people-person to carry out multiple areas of responsibility. The primary focus of the position is to perform analytic work of considerable difficulty relating to the calculation and set-up of service purchase and/or redeposit contracts, and calculation and set up of various retirement benefit adjustments, such as worker’s compensation off-sets. In addition to these and other special projects, on a day to day basis the Analyst will also assist applicants in navigating the retirement process and enrolling in retiree healthcare.

The position requires an individual with strong analytical, organizational and communication skills and the ability to provide excellent customer service to our members. The candidate must also have the ability to build effective working relationships with members, coworkers, supervisors, and key stakeholders in partner departments. Attention to detail is critical and the successful candidate must be able to handle multiple projects at once with a customer centric philosophy.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. 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.

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose’s website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers. 

The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience. In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Senior Analyst classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay.

Retirement Services is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Senior Analyst in the Benefits Division.

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

Has oversight of all aspects of retirement benefits administration for active and retired members of the two retirement plans, such as, retirement planning and counseling; set-up of retirement payments; counseling in the event of member deaths, processing payments, calculating and setting up survivorship payments; administer retiree medical, dental and other insurances; disability retirement case management; calculate and set-up purchase service or redeposit contracts; calculate and set up various retirement benefit adjustments, such as worker’s compensation off-sets; review and processing all divorce documents, calculating impact and setting up accounts for payment to ex-spouse; research and reconcile data discrepancies and/or special contributions, such as military pay; other benefit related duties as required to ensure proper administration of retirement benefits.

In addition to oversight of the services ORS benefits provides, the Senior Analyst supervises up to six staff. This supervision includes; management of vacation and sick time; timecard approvals; performance appraisals; management of controls and policies/procedures; implementation of changing benefits and or code changes; maintaining performance standards; quality review of analyst and staff technician work; and management of any special projects as needed.
 

The ideal candidate will have experience with employee benefit programs. Knowledge of public sector or large organization budget procedures and policies is also desired. Although public sector experience is not required, a successful candidate must have the ability to work effectively in a unionized civil service environment.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. 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.

The City of American Canyon is seeking a dynamic, proactive, and diligent leader as a Program Coordinator in  the Aquatics Division with the Parks and Recreation Department. The Program Coordinator will assist the Aquatics Supervisor with the management and oversight of the Aquatics program, and will be specifically responsible for the oversight and guidance of the swim lesson/water safety program. The Program Coordinator must be a team player, have excellent communication and customer service skills. They will work closely with the Aquatics Supervisor and Instructors to provide a highly effective water safety and learn to swim program, suggesting adjustments to the curriculum, hosting trainings and coaching instructors. The ideal candidate should have a collaborative approach, which coincides with the department’s vision of creating community and inspiring fun.

The Program Coordinator is considered a temporary/part-time classification and is limited to no more than 1,000 hours per year.

Human Resources Analyst - $7,242.00 - $9,656.00 Monthly*
Senior Human Resources Analyst - $7,984.00 - $10,646.00 Monthly*

* Temporary Pay Reduction in Exchange for Additional Time Off 
Due to the temporary budget reductions, during the fiscal years 2021 and 2022, the pay rate for each unrepresented employee will be reduced by 9.23076%. In recognition of this pay rate reduction, each employee will accrue and use 16 hours of additional pay leave each month. 

ABOUT THE POSITION
The City of Gilroy Human Resources Department is seeking a full-time Human Resources Analyst OR Senior Human Resources Analyst. This position may be filled at either level depending on qualifications and related experience of selected candidate. 

Human Resources Analyst 
Under general supervision of the Human Resources Director, performs Human Resources projects and assignments that typically fall under the areas of: recruitment, screening, selection, position classification, salary administration, training, employee safety, diversity program, and employer/employee relations; as the technical skill of the Analyst increases, the level of responsibility will correspondingly increase. Performs work requiring the utmost confidentiality, tact, judgment and discretion. This is an exempt, unrepresented, confidential classification. 

Senior Human Resources Analyst 
Under general supervision of the Human Resources Director, performs complex Human Resources projects and assignments that typically fall under the areas of: recruitment, screening, selection, position classification, salary administration, training, employee safety, diversity program, and employer/employee relations. Performs work requiring the utmost confidentiality, tact, judgment and discretion. This is the advanced journey level of the Human Resources Analyst career series. This class differs from the Human Resources Analyst in that it handles the more complex, difficult and sensitive analytical assignments, using a high degree of independent judgment and requiring a substantial level of professional training and experience and may supervise subordinate staff. Work in the class is distinguished from that of lower classes by the level of responsibility associated with assigned duties and by the degree of specialization required.  This is an exempt, unrepresented, confidential classification. 

  The City of American Canyon welcomes applications from energetic, responsible individuals who will serve as Lifeguards or Lifeguard/WSI.  Lifeguard/Lifeguard/WSI observe the activity of swimmers in and around the American Canyon Aquatics Pool and must have the ability to make appropriate decisions and act quickly, provide lifesaving services as needed.  Lifeguards also teach swim lessons and assist with other pool-related activities.  The position can include working shifts that are scheduled during early mornings, nights, weekends and holidays.  This is a position that is considered temporary/part-time and employees are limited to no more than 1,000 hours per fiscal year.

Lifeguard - $14.70 - $17.87/hr

Lifeguard/WSI - $15.07 - $18.31/hr

Date Posted:           January 04, 2021

Classification:          PERSONNEL COMMISSION SERVICES SPECIALIST
                                   Open and Promotional recruitment

Work Schedule:       8 hours per day; 5 days per week (Monday – Friday); 12 months per year
 

Salary Range:          Step A               Step B               Step C               Step D               Step E
(monthly)               starting               6 mos             18 mos              30 mos             42 mos
                                 $6,395              $6,714               $7,050               $7,403              $7,773

Benefits:  Total Compensation Package:  Placement on salary schedule.  If a medical plan is selected, the employee will receive a contribution of $1,125.00/month toward the selected medical plan (through CalPERS), Delta Dental, and Life Insurance.  The employee pays the balance of their health premiums from their gross earnings on a pre-tax basis.  If a medical plan is not selected, employees will receive a contribution of $300.00/month toward single coverage for Delta Dental, and Life Insurance.  A vision plan (VSP) is also available.  Employees pay the worker contribution to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).  This position is represented by: CSEA 887.  Pursuant to CSEA 887 contract Article 4.1, the County Office shall deduct in accordance with the CSEA dues and fees schedule from the wages of all employees.

Current Vacancy:     Personnel Commission Services
                                   Supervisor: Dr. Karen White; Bargaining Unit: CSEA 887
                                   101 Twin Dolphin Drive; Redwood City, CA  94065

Application Deadline:          Wednesday, January 20, 2020   (application and supplemental application must be received online, or in the Personnel Commission Services Office by 4:00PM)

Job Summary:  Under the direction of Executive Director, Personnel Commission Services, or assigned Administrator, perform a variety of complex technical and specialized personnel functions related to the recruitment, selection, classification and compensation of County Office classified personnel under Merit System guidelines; serve as a technical resource to County Office personnel, applicants and the public regarding personnel functions for classified employment; provide administrative support to the Executive Director or assigned Administrator and the Personnel Commission.

Essential Job Functions:             

• Perform a variety of complex technical and specialized personnel functions related to the recruitment, selection, classification and compensation of classified personnel; resolves personnel related issues and concerns in an appropriate and timely manner
• Serve as a technical resource to County Office personnel, applicants and the public regarding personnel functions in classified employment; respond to inquiries and provide technical information concerning employment processes, policies, procedures, and Merit System Rules and Regulations and appropriate laws, rules and regulations
• Provide administrative support to the Executive Director or assigned Administrator; respond to inquiries and provide assistance to staff, and the public; schedule appointments; answers telephone calls and provide information and assistance to callers, visitors, staff and the public; schedules meetings, appointments, conferences, and travel
• Plan, develop and schedule recruitment strategies, processes and activities in response to position vacancies; work with administrators to establish time lines and develops testing activities; prepare and distribute position announcements and places advertisements in various media
• Collaborate with County Office managers for the purpose of developing and preparing pre-employment exams, providing technical oral interview questions, developing job postings, etc.
• Receive, screen and evaluate applications for minimum qualifications to determine eligibility; prepare and distribute acceptance and rejections notifications to applicants as appropriate
• Coordinate and schedule interview panels to determine eligibility of candidates as assigned; analyze and accept or reject job applicants according to requirements established within class specifications
• Review, construct and/or revise examinations including written, oral and performance tests; schedule and proctor written examinations; coordinate panelist selection; explain candidate requirements, rating sheets, and interview questions to panelists; notify candidates of test dates and interviews; scores and notify candidates of examination results and selection decisions; prepare, administer and maintain eligibility lists; develop and monitor the certification process
• Research information required to manage assignments including reviewing relevant policies and current practices for the purpose of developing new employment programs/services, ensuring compliance with legislative requirements, securing general information for planning and/or responding to requests
• Prepare, maintain and update a variety of records, reports, correspondence, files, special projects, and other related materials as assigned
• Prepare, assemble, and distribute agenda packets for monthly Personnel Commission meetings; attend meetings and serve as recording secretary in a prescribed manner; prepare and distribute minutes; maintain account of Personnel Commission activities; and assist in the preparation of the annual report
• Assist with salary surveys and classification and compensation reviews; prepare recommendations regarding job titles and salary placement; prepare and updates job descriptions as assigned
• Operate a variety of standard office equipment including computer, copier, scanner and assigned software, including updating department website
• Attend and participate in a variety of meetings and in-services as assigned; attend job fairs and other recruitment activities as assigned
• Communicate with personnel, outside agencies and the public to exchange information; coordinates activities and resolve issues or concerns

Qualifications:        A combination of education and experience providing the job knowledge, skills, and ability for successful job performance will be considered for positions in this classification.  Qualifications are:
 

EDUCATION:  Associate degree in Human Resources or related field.  A Bachelor degree in Human Resources Administration, Public Administration, Business Administration, Psychology, or a closely related field is desirable.

EXPERIENCE:  Four (4) years of human resources experience involving recruitment and/or classification functions, preferably in a public human resources office.

Specialized Skills and Knowledge:     

• Knowledge of human resources office functions, practices and procedures
• Knowledge of practices and procedures related to classified personnel
• Ability to resolve personnel-related issues and concerns with discretion and confidentiality
• Knowledge of principles, techniques, tools, procedures and terminology involved in the administration of employee examinations, recruitment, screening, selection and classification and compensation
• Ability to perform a variety of specialized duties in the examination, recruitment, screening, selection and classification and compensation
• Ability to distribute, screen and process employment applications and other personnel-related documents
• Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures including Merit System rules, operations, policies, and objectives relating to human resources activities
• Ability to interpret, apply and explain laws, codes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Ability to serve as a technical resource to employees regarding Merit System rules, personnel functions, activities and requirements
• Knowledge of County Office occupations and their requirements
• Ability to prepare announcements for job openings and place advertisements
• Knowledge of record-keeping and report preparation techniques
• Ability to establish and maintain manual and automated employee records and files
• Ability to compile and verify data and prepare reports
• Knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary
• Knowledge of organizational operations, policies and objectives
• Knowledge of modern office procedures and record-keeping techniques
• Knowledge of oral and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Knowledge of interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
• Knowledge of operation of a variety of office equipment including computer and assigned software
• Ability to operate standard office equipment including a computer and assigned software
• Ability to keyboard or input at an acceptable rate of speed
• Knowledge of technical aspects of field of specialty
• Ability to work independently with little direction
• Ability to meet schedules and time lines
• Ability to complete work with many interruptions

Physical Requirements:  Applicants must possess the physical abilities outlined below with or without accommodation.  San Mateo County Office of Education will consider reasonable accommodation requests.

• Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone
• Seeing to read a variety of materials
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard
• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time
• Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materials

Examination Process:  The examination process for this classification will consist of:

1. Supplemental questionnaire (required, submitted with application)
2. A written examination (anticipated date- February 4, 2021)
3. An oral board examination (anticipated date- February 18, 2021)

Responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire will be scored, and must be completed for the application to be considered.

Selection Procedures:           

All work experience, education, training, and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline.  Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.  APPLICATIONS COMPLETED IMPROPERLY MAY BE CAUSE FOR INELIGIBILITY, DISQUALIFICATION OR MAY LEAD TO LOWER SCORES.  It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure all attachments have been received by the analyst after submission and prior to the expiration of the deadline date and time.  Applicants will not be contacted about missing documentation or attachments.

Applicants will only be contacted by email about this position during each phase of the recruitment; therefore, it is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that their registered email address is accurate and kept up-to-date and to check spam filter and junk email for updates for this recruitment. 

Applicants will need to pass each part of the examination process as outlined above to move forward through this recruitment.

Examination procedures subject to change as deemed necessary by the Executive Director, Personnel Commission Services.

Candidates who pass all of the examination processes are ranked on an eligibility list according to their score(s).  Selection for positions will be made from among the top three ranks of candidates.  The job eligibility list will be active for six (6) months unless it is abolished because of an insufficient number of available candidates.

Internal (Promotional) candidates must score 80% or higher on each examination in order to be placed on the Promotional List.

This position is located in Redwood City, California.  Due to COVID-19, there are some protocols for safety and social distancing that have been established at the San Mateo County Office of Education.  Therefore, you will be expected to work from this location.

Please also note that we are a public agency.  If you are offered and accept this position, we will not cover any costs for relocation or reimbursement for travel expenses for employment.

Personnel Commission

101 Twin Dolphin Drive

Redwood City, CA  94065

650-802-5300

classifiedjobs@smcoe.org

https://www.smcoe.org/about/personnel-commission/

Proof of citizenship or legal status will be required upon offer of employment.

San Mateo County Office of Education provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons.  The recruitment, testing, and hiring of all personnel will be without regard to race, ancestry, national origin, age, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marriage status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, or veteran status.