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The Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo, seeks well-qualified candidates for the position of Court Human Resources Technician.
 
The Court Human Resources Technician will perform a wide variety of technical and paraprofessional duties involved in the administration of the Court's Human Resources Division, which may include completing payroll, assisting with recruitment and selection processes, conducting periodic studies on human resources activities, and providing administrative support to higher level managerial human resources personnel.
 
This is an excellent opportunity for applicants who are interesting in pursuing a career both with the Court and in the Human Resources field.  The selected candidate must strongly value the role of human resources in creating and retaining a well-qualified, highly-productive, and innovative work force.  

The Court is always looking for individuals who can contribute to our diversity and who are:

• Committed to customer service and public service
• Organized, efficient, and capable of working independently within set guidelines
• Good communicators, both orally and in writing, and who can communicate with a diverse audience on a variety of technical topics
• Knowledgeable of HR-related systems and applications and who embrace technology
• Quick to learn and pick up new instructions
• Team players with a sense of humor and who can adjust to different personalities in the work place
• Excited to work in a fast-paced environment

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

• Perform difficult, technical, and specialized office support work, relating specifically to payroll, human resources, and employee relations activities, which require independent judgment and the application of technical skills
• Process time reporting forms by verifying information, calculations, and specific payroll rates related to such items as holiday, overtime, and predetermined premium rates; monitor leave and compensatory time totals
• Provide paraprofessional support to staff in all phases of the Court's recruitment and selection process including; test development and administration, classification specification development, and compensation administration including conducting and responding to salary and benefit surveys
• Prepare and process personnel requisition forms for filling permanent, temporary, and extra help vacancies
• Process paperwork required for new employees, orient new employees regarding Court benefit programs, and obtain information to complete required online forms to begin benefit enrollment
• Research and assemble information from a variety of sources for the completion of forms and the preparation of reports; make arithmetic and/or statistical calculations
• Organize and maintain various files, including those related to personnel matters which may be considered confidential in nature, such as coursework taken, certifications received, beneficiary's names, leave records, and performance reviews 
• Enter and retrieve data using a personal computer system; review computer or manually produced reports for accuracy and make corrections as required 
• Prepare correspondence reports, forms, and specialized documents as needed; proofread and check material for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with Court policy and procedures; respond to letters and correspondence of a routine nature
• Maintain contacts with a variety of local and regional offices to assist personnel in the scheduling of activities and in the exchange of information; maintain records and suspense files of information and tasks requested of others inside and outside the organization; monitor the status of outstanding work
• Organize, update, and maintain a wide variety of resource information
• Input, adjust, and maintain complex personnel records
• Perform related duties as assigned 

QUALIFICATIONS
Experience and Education:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain knowledge and abilities would be:

• Three years of increasingly responsible administrative support work with at least two years working in a human resources or personnel-related position.

 
Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of human resources/personnel administration and management
• Federal, State, and local legislation involving human resources/personnel functions
• Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
• Modern office methods, procedures, and equipment including office automation hardware and software; familiarity with Windows applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint

 
Skill/Ability to:

• Understand, organize, index, and reference a wide variety of administrative information and records
• Work independently with little supervision
• Employ good judgment and make sound decisions in accordance with established procedures and policy
• Learn and interpret laws and rules
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Achieve operating efficiency in an administrative office environment
• Work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Establish and maintain positive and cooperative working relationships with other employees and the public
• Coordinate special projects and programs
• Identify problems, select possible solutions, and make recommendations
• Manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Draft procedures, correspondence, and statistical reports
• Maintain confidentiality of information

License Requirement:

• Possession of a valid California class C driver's license, or the ability to provide suitable transportation, which is approved by the appointing authority

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION
Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help/limited term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.
 
Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to the regular County employment application form.  A resume or reference to a resume will not accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.

Important Information About the Examination Process
The examination process will consist of the steps detailed below. 

1. Initial review of application materials.  At this step applicants submitting incomplete applications, lacking relevant qualifications and/or not following instructions will be disqualified. Applicants who pass the initial review will be further evaluated for relevant training and experience. 
2. An auto-scored evaluation of relevant training and experience (T&E) (weight: pass/fail) that is based solely on the applicants' responses to the multiple-choice supplemental questions. The application materials of those applicants who receive a passing score on the T&E evaluation will be further evaluated by a panel of subject matter experts (SME).
3. Application screening (weight: pass/fail). Subject matter experts will be assessing relevance of applicants' training and experience to the needs of the position being filled as well as writing skills. This assessment is based on relevant work history and background as listed on the application, responses to the supplemental questions, and overall presentation. The assessors will select those applicants whose education and experience most closely match the current needs of the department. Because of this process, not all applicants are guaranteed advancement through the exam process. Applicants who pass this screening will be invited to take the online/computer-based exam.
4. Online/Computer-Based Exam (weight: pass/fail) Applicants who pass the computer-based exam will be invited to a panel interview
5. Panel interview (weight: 100%) Applicants who pass the interview will be placed on an eligible list that will be used to fill the current vacancy and potentially used to fill future vacancies.

Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations, or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.

 
IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.


TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE:

• Deadline for Applications: July 1, 2021
• Training and Evaluation Scoring: July 6, 2021
• SME Screening: July 7-8, 2021
• Online/Computer-Based Exam: July 14-20, 2021
• Panel Interview: August 4 and/or 5, 2021

 
The Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage applications from candidates who will contribute to our diversity.
 
Note: The Human Resources Department with the County of San Mateo is conducting this recruitment with the Superior Court.  This position is a Superior Court of California, San Mateo County position.
 

HR Contact: Chet Overstreet (06172021) - Court Human Resources Technician - X120

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The City of Pacifica is a beautiful coastal community, just south of San Francisco. Currently, the City Manager’s Office has an opening for a customer service oriented, human resources professional to join our team as the Human Resources Manager.

THE POSITION

The Human Resources Manager, an at-will position, under general direction of the Assistant City Manager, recommends, develops, implements and evaluates goals, objectives, policies and procedures related to assigned human resource program functions, such as benefits, classification and compensation, recruitment and selection, among others. Consults and collaborates with City departments, employees, labor organizations, commissions, advisory boards and the public on relevant aspects of assigned program area. This is a management classification located in the City’s central Human Resources Division with overall responsibility for the day-to-day operations, which has Citywide impact. The Human Resources Division is comprised of 2.75 FTE (1 Human Resources Manager, 1 Human Resources Analyst, .5 Administrative Office Clerk, .25 Office Assistant), who come together to support the full-service City-wide efforts of over 160 FTE and approximately 30 – 120 PTE.

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

• Interview, select, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate program staff.
• Write and review policies, procedures and methods relative to assigned program; formulate, recommend and/or implement actions for program improvement;
• Meet with department management and staff on human resource issues.
• Interpret and explain provisions of applicable laws, rules, policies and agreements to City management, employees, employee organizations and the public.
• Assist in the selection and management of vendors, consultants and service providers; oversee compliance of consultants and vendors with contract provisions.
• Advise managers and employees on City procedures, benefits, and existing policies relative to assigned program.
• Coordinate and administer program activities such as open enrollment, Citywide classification studies, and executive recruitments, among others.
• Participates in the establishment of strategic short-term and long-range program plans.
• Assist in the development of the program budget.
• Prepare detailed and professional reports and other written communications, including policies and procedures, Board of Supervisor memos, executive summaries and statistical data.
• Prepare and deliver oral presentations designed to educate and explain program services.
• Meet and/or negotiate with representatives of employee organizations.
• Collaborate with information systems staff to identify and evaluate assigned program's system/database needs and implement new systems or changes as necessary.
• Represent the department in meetings with the board, the executive team, labor organizations, and other community organizations or committees.
• Respond to inquiries, problems and complaints from applicants and hiring managers.
• Perform other related tasks as necessary.

Please note, job description is currently under review. The duties described in this job announcement are intended only as illustrations of the basic types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. 

Applications are being accepted for the position of Paramedic/Firefighter - Lateral Transfer with the City of South San Francisco. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: JULY 12, 2021 AT 5:00 P.M. OR UPON RECEIPT OF THE FIRST 100 ONLINE APPLICATIONS, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.

The City of South San Francisco is a General Law city with a population of 68,000 residents that grows to 110,000 during business hours. South San Francisco is strategically located on the west shore of the San Francisco Bay, in northern San Mateo County, 10 miles south of San Francisco. This City is also located along the Bay Area's main transportation routes, included 101, 280, Caltrain, BART, San Francisco Bay Ferry, and the San Francisco International Airport.

The City of South San Francisco is a full-service city with 12 City Departments including Police; Fire; Parks and Recreation; Public Works; Economic and Community Development; City Attorney; Library; Finance; Information Technology; Human Resources; City Clerk; and Office of the City Manager.  The City has a Council-City Manager form of government with more than 460 full-time regular employees.

The City of South San Francisco proudly remains The Industrial City, a reflection of its steel mill and ship building past.  In recent years, the City has been redefined to reflect the innovative, entrepreneurial and industrious spirit, which has made South San Francisco the Biotech Capital of the World.

South San Francisco’s biotechnology cluster is the largest in the world, with roughly 45,000 life science workers, 200 biotech companies, and over 12 million square feet of office/R&D facilities – with an additional 9 million square feet of new R&D facilities in the development pipeline. 

South San Francisco enjoys a high quality of life with an extensive public parks system, active library and learning programming and a dynamic, engaged community making South San Francisco a great place to live, learn, work and play. 

THE DEPARTMENT:

The Fire Department operates five (5) fire stations throughout the City which are staffed 24-hours per day, plus an Emergency Operations Center and Fire Training Tower. Two fire stations have paramedic ambulances. The City of South San Francisco is the only Fire Department in San Mateo County providing its own paramedic transport services. The Paramedic ambulances respond to medical emergencies, as well as structure fires and other hazardous incidents. The department cross-staffs a Type I/Heavy Urban Search and Rescue, an OES Type VI Engine, and a Rescue Boat.  The City is replacing and expanding two (2) of the existing fire stations, modernizing and relocating the facilities to better serve the public.

MISSION STATEMENT

The South San Francisco Fire Department exists to protect the members of our residential and business communities, our neighbors and visitors, their property, and environment.  We will work to prevent injury and damage through education, fire prevention and to respond to the impact of fire, medical emergencies, natural and human-caused disasters, and release of hazardous materials. 

THE POSITION

An eligible employment list will be created for the position of Paramedic/Firefighter and will be used to fill current and future vacancies. This classification encompasses the full range of firefighter duties and Paramedic Ambulance Transport Services. Incumbents currently work a 2/4 work schedule with a 24-day work cycle (2/24 hour shifts with 4 days off). Training is provided to protect life, property, and the environment from the risks of fire, explosion, and hazardous materials. 

THE DUTIES

Incumbents perform paramedic ambulance transport services, engage in medical aid, firefighting, and all other suppression and prevention activities to protect life and property; drive, operate, and maintain fire apparatus and equipment; assist and participate in training, inspections, and related fire prevention and public education activities. 

The District is seeking a Human Resources Analyst to perform a variety of professional and administrative duties in support of comprehensive human resources programs, such as recruitment and selection; classification and compensation; onboarding; employee benefits administration; performance evaluation management; separation of employment; coordinating training and development workshops; general human resources administration; establishes and maintains personnel files and records. This class requires the ability to act in the capacity of the Director of Human Resources in development, planning and evaluation of such programs; providing administrative and analytical human resources support to District management; performs other related work as required.

The ideal candidate will possess the following attributes:

SELECTION PROCEDURE

All applications will be reviewed to select those applicants whose qualifications appear to most closely match the requirements of the position.  A limited number of qualified applicants may be invited to participate in the subsequent phase(s) of the the recruitment process which may include one or more of the following;  written examination, assessment exercise(s), oral interviews, medical examination, urinalysis, and complete background checks.  Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee selection or advancement in the recruitment process.

THE POSITION

The ideal candidate will be a team-oriented problem-solver with a focus on public service. Recruits enter a training program to develop skills necessary to demonstrate abilities to respond to emergency fire and medical alarms, to protect life and property, to participate in fire suppression training and emergency medical training, to assist with station, apparatus and equipment maintenance, and to do related work as required.

Upon satisfactory completion of probationary period, a Recruit is promoted to the rank of Firefighter, with all benefits entitled.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Under supervision, performs general firefighter duties including, but not limited to:  response to alarms; fire suppression; lifesaving and rescue; vehicle extrication; salvage operations; hazardous materials; emergency medical care; mutual aid assistance; maintenance / inspection / testing of fire fighting equipment; maintenance of  fire station and grounds; participates in required training programs; fire prevention and public education programs; waterway and rescue boat operations; participation in support of the Fire Departments’ various programs provided to residents of Suisun City.

Date Posted:           May 19, 2021

Classification:          PERSONNEL COMMISSION ANALYST
                                   Open 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
                                 $7,586              $7,965               $8,364               $8,781               $9,220

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 California School Employees Association (CSEA) Chapter 887.  Pursuant to CSEA Chapter 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:          Monday, June 28, 2021   (application, resume,  and supplemental application must be received online by 4:00 P.M. PST)

Job Summary:  Under the direction of the Executive Director, Personnel Commission Services or Assigned Administrator, performs professional analytical, specialized, and technical work in the areas of recruitment, examination, selection, classification, and compensation of County Office classified employees under Merit System guidelines; assists with job analysis, compensation studies, and analysis of rules to assure activities comply with established laws, rules and regulations per Merit System and Education Code.

Essential Job Functions:             

• Plans, develops, and coordinates professional-level duties in the areas of recruitment, examination, administration, personnel selection, and classification of Classified employees.
• Develops recruitment sources; administer and composes job announcements, bulletin announcements, and other types of notifications for advertisements of job postings to appropriate media and sites.
• Conducts job analysis activities (e.g., prepares various testing materials, reviews qualifications, etc.) to ensure test validity and valid screening assessments for each job classification. 
• Plans and prepare examination content and procedures; plans and develop methods of testing required knowledge, skills, and abilities; assists in the preparation of developing examination standards; obtain, constructs, analyzes, and edits examination materials and confers with subject matter experts in the development and evaluation of examination to establish an eligibility list.
• Coordinates scheduling and administration of examination; determine appropriate qualifications of raters and oral panel members; explain examination procedures; distribute and collect examinations; correct examinations and compute scores; analyze examination results and rank applicants; update records and notify applicants of test results; maintain eligibility lists.
• Processes and maintains a variety of recruitment and examination administration data before and after final selection recommendations (e.g., applicant information, examination scores, examination panels, eligibility list, etc.) to ensure efficient processing of applicants and compliance with established guidelines.
• Prepares and maintains data for monthly Personnel Commission meetings; attends meetings and assists in preparing the annual report.

• Communicates with personnel, outside agencies, and the public to exchange information, coordinate activities, and resolve issues or concerns.

• Researches, evaluates, recommends, and implements new examination administration processes to meet the changing, develop, or future testing needs in the area of recruitment and retention.

• Attends and participates in various meetings and in-services as assigned; attends job fairs and other recruitment activities as assigned, and workshops and conferences.

• Operate various office equipment, including a copier, scanner, computer, and assigned software.

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:  A bachelor’s degree in business administration, human resources, public administration, or related field.

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

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: A Valid California driver’s license.

Specialized Skills and Knowledge:     

• Principles, practices, methods, and terminology used in public personnel commission administration, including job analysis, selection, recruitment, classification, and compensation
• Various governmental guidelines and regulations relating to the classified recruitment selection process for classified employees

• Current laws, codes, regulations, and rules related to assigned personnel commission services functions

• Merit system rules and regulations

• Operations, policies, and objectives relating to human resources or classified employees’ activities

• Ability to coordinate and participate in the recruitment and selection of applicants.

• Ability to perform various complex and professional level functions in the recruitment, examination, selection, classification, and compensation of County Office classified employees.

• Meet schedules and timelines

• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others

• Maintain records and prepare reports

• Plan, prioritize, and organize work

• Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.

• Oral and written communication skills

• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy

• Ability to meet schedules and timelines
• 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

• Carries reports and records that typically weigh up to ten (10) pounds.

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

1. Supplemental questionnaire (required, submitted with application)
2. A written examination (anticipated date - July 19, 2021)
3. An oral board examination (anticipated date - August 6, 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 applicant's sole responsibility to ensure the analyst has received all attachments 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 check spam filter 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 twelve (12) months unless it is abolished because of insufficient 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. Also, no sponsorship is available for this position.

Personnel Commission Services

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. No sponsorship is available for this position.

San Mateo County Office of Education provides equal employment opportunities 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.

WILDFIRE MITIGATION AND EMERGENCY

 PREPAREDNESS SPECIALIST

San Rafael Fire Department

Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)/Fixed-Term Position

$71,116 - $90,753 per year

($36.47 - $46.54 per hour)

  Limited Benefits Available

APPLICATION DEADLINE:    Applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis until position is filled

The City of San Rafael Fire Department is seeking to fill the position of Wildfire Mitigation and Emergency Preparedness Specialist.  Fixed-term appointments may be made for up to a three-year period. Continued appointment in this position is contingent upon funding and job performance.  This is an “at will” position.  This position has limited benefits available. 

Under supervision, the Wildfire Mitigation and Emergency Preparedness Specialist will support the implementation of the San Rafael Wildfire Prevention and Protection Plan and Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority (MWPA) goals; work to improve community disaster preparedness through outreach, education, and engagement; support the San Rafael Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program; support Firewise communities, and Neighborhood Response Groups (NRG’s); support Emergency Operation Center (EOC) functions); and augment designated fire prevention and emergency management staff on strategic projects and programs.       

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Draft policies and procedures, plans, and ordinances related to wildfire prevention and emergency services.
• Deliver training and provide subject matter expertise on fuel reduction measures in alignment with environmentally sound/safe practices and existing ordinances.
• Represent the department through collaboration with multiple community-based organizations, partner agencies and varied stakeholders involving emergency and non-emergency settings.
• Support and coordinate San Rafael CERT and San Rafael-hosted CERT trainings.
• Support emergency alerting and notifications, including educational endeavors and outreach, and database management.
• Support, coordinate, and conduct disaster preparedness and mitigation through public outreach and training opportunities.
• Support the development and implementation of Emergency Operation Plans, including evacuation planning and continuity of operation plans. 
• Support the implementation of the Wildfire Prevention and Protective Action Plan.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Emergency, environmental and fire hazard prevention; principles and practices of emergency management, including hazard identification, mitigation and disaster preparedness; urban interface education/training,
• California Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS), Incident Command System (ICS) and the National Incident Management System (NIMS); Emergency Operations Center (EOC) structure and operating procedures; emergency operations communications systems.
• State and Federal damage reporting and reimbursement procedures; accounting, budgeting, and contract principles and methods; principles and practices of program coordination, development, administration and evaluation.
• Injury and illness prevention practices (IIPP) as well as pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Preparing and presenting public information; teaching; and public speaking.

Ability To:

• Prepare and present detailed plans and procedures; develop and present training programs for staff and the public.
• Interpret and apply federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations.
• Learn and retain local geography and resources as they relate to emergency management planning and operations; stay abreast of emergency management requirements and standards as well as analyze and evaluate new program techniques.
• Prepare clear and concise reports; express ideas and communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; coordinate, train, oversee and evaluate staff and volunteers.
• Logically and creatively utilize a variety of analytical techniques to solve complex emergency management challenges.
• Participate in the development and administration of department goals, objectives, procedures and budgets; work cooperatively with the public and emergency response agencies.
• Identify and analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals; research, analyze and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques.

Minimum Qualifications Desired:  Possession of one or more of the following is desirable:

1. A background in customer service or public service
2. Completion of CA State Fire Marshal 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, 2B, & 2C courses
3. ICC Certification Fire 77, CA, CF, & CP

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in emergency management, fire management, public administration, or a related field, AND/OR
• Three (3) years of technical-level experience in an organization performing emergency management, disaster planning, and/or response, which has provided knowledge of emergency management concepts, terminology and basic procedures, OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Must possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license, with a satisfactory driving record.

Interview Process:  The most qualified applicants will be invited to interview.    

Application and Selection Process:  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application since this information will be used to determine who will be invited to participate in the next phase of the examination process.  The examination process may include any or all of the following:  application appraisal and oral board interview examination.  NOTE:  Prior to appointment, candidate must pass a background check/fingerprinting, and DMV check.  To file an application on-line go to www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “Northern Bay Area”.  Select “San Rafael”.

Follow this link to apply for this position:  https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-20106683 

Reasonable Accommodation:  The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations in the exam process to accommodate disabled applicants.  If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (415) 485-3474 before the oral board date.

City of San Mateo/Aquatics Program
 

SUMMER 2021

LIFEGUARD AND SWIM INSTRUCTOR

Salary:  $16.97 - $17.81 (depending on experience and certifications)

Qualification:

Must be at least 15 years old and have the ability to obtain a work permit, if under the age of 18.  Applicants must have completed and passed the Lifeguard Training class that includes CPR, FPR, and AED by June 1, 2021. WSI (water safety instructor) is highly recommended.

To Apply: 

Submit an official City of San Mateo application on-line on CalOpps.org. 

OR

Submit an official City of San Mateo application to San Mateo Senior Center 2645 Alameda de las Pulgas, San Mateo, CA 94403

All applicants must answer the following Supplemental question: “Did a current City of San Mateo employee refer you to this job?”  “If yes, please provide their name.”

This recruitment is open until filled and application materials will be screened on a continuous basis.  First review of applications for the 1st round of interviews will be on May 2, 2021.  

For additional information:  Contact Carolyn Shavel at 650 522-7495 or by email: shavel@cityofsanmateo.org

Interviews:

• Interviews will be held May 4-7

Lifeguard Job Responsibilities:

• The primary responsibility of a lifeguard is to protect lives by using his or her skills to prevent injury among patrons.  This duty does not only include rescuing drowning victims or administering CPR and first aid.  Being alert and proactive also helps to prevent dangerous situations from ever occurring in the first place.
• Enforcing the rules fairly and consistently is a close second major duty and could even be considered to be a part of patron surveillance.  Help the patrons to keep themselves safe by monitoring and putting an end to dangerous behaviors.  These can include running on slippery surfaces or roughhousing around the pool area.
• Maintenance and cleaning tasks are also part of the lifeguard duties.  These can include monitoring chemical levels in the pool, picking up trash and organizing equipment, or inspecting the facility for unsafe conditions.
   

Swim Instructor Job Responsibilities:

• The swim instructor is responsible for instructing all swim lesson participants.
• This position is also responsible for the safety of the participant in their own class.
• Work hours as scheduled which includes beginning and ending class on time; remaining after class to answer participant and/or parent questions as needed and clean up supplies.
• Instructs and evaluates students participating in swim lessons.
• Submits completed report cards, skills sheets, and attendance information on time.        

Fine Print

Prior to hire, candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, including a Department of Justice (DOJ) & FBI fingerprint check. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment.
 

The policy of the City of San Mateo is to grant equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual preference, marital status, or national origin. It is the intent and desire of the City of San Mateo that equal employment opportunity will be provided in recruiting, hiring, training, promoting, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment. The City of San Mateo is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Applications accepted until minimum number meeting our qualifications have been received.

Interviews: TBA

DEFINITION

Under general direction, performs complex and responsible technical and clerical work for the Director of Human Resources in the administration of the City's Human Resources program. Completes related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

An incumbent in this position is a Human Resources generalist performing a wide range of personnel assignments in administering and processing health and welfare benefits; managing the administrative duties associated with the Personnel Board and overseeing the preparation and management of all employee requisition and action forms; managing the office and providing administrative support to the Director of Human Resources, Senior Management Analyst and the Human Resources Analysts. 

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Maintains frequent, sensitive and critical contacts with public and private agencies, other departments, professionals and officials; transmits information, decisions and directives. Answers inquiries by phone or mail; investigates and resolves complaints or provides information, explains departmental or City procedures; exercises judgment in giving information and proper disposition of problems; composes correspondence and prepares reports. Maintains employees' personnel records and departmental records; provides information to employees regarding benefits. Screens telephone calls and visitors; receives, screens and routes incoming mail for appropriate action and follows up on its disposition; arranges for meetings and conferences and assists in providing material on information to be discussed. Interprets and apply rules and regulations of the classified service. Keeps abreast of pertinent information and changes in City procedures and regulations.

Prepares and signs inter-office memoranda and requisition forms; elicits employee evaluation forms for all departments by preparing and transmitting initial forms. Manages performance appraisal forms for distribution in accordance with established procedures. Serves as Secretary for the Personnel Board, other related meetings, and disciplinary and appeal hearings by collecting, preparing, and sending agendas, taking and transcribing minutes, and typing and distributing minutes and other material. Manages distribution of performance appraisals schedule and retiree health reimbursement checks. Administers Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Pull Program, tracks employee driving records and issues quarterly department list of commercial drivers’ medical expirations.  May assist in responding to internal and external surveys. May assist department personnel with data entry on applicant tracking program, proctoring Civil Service examinations, and in administering certification of active Civil Service Employment Lists using computerized applicant tracking program.

Provides support to the Senior Management Analyst and Human Resources Analysts. Administers the documentation requirements of the 1986 Immigration and Control Act. Prepares and processes required Human Resources’ forms, such as new employee forms and employee Action Forms. Assists with preparation and publication of the employee newsletter. Maintains and orders office supplies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of: Appropriate English grammar and spelling; current office equipment and methods including operation of computer programs, including advanced, competent use of Microsoft Word; record keeping and organizational practices; basic arithmetic; and certain federal, state and municipal personnel regulations.

Ability to: Communicates effectively both orally and in writing; speaks to and direct large groups; Interacts positively and cooperate with co-workers, responds politely to customers, works as a team member, functions under demanding time pressure, responds in a positive manner to supervision, attends work and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis. Understands and applies instructions, rules, regulations and policies including the City’s Rules and Regulations of the Classified Service; analyzes, processes and schedules detailed work accurately; learns, understands, and communicates employee benefit parameters and regulations, learns and uses all Microsoft Office Suite applications, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), applicant tracking system and other City software programs. Transcribes proceedings at meetings of commissions, boards or special committees; exercises good judgment in matters of a confidential nature; works independently in absence of supervision.

Experience: Two years of experience in responsible administrative and human resources technical work that involved regular contact with the public. 

Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent and an AA degree.

Licenses or Certificates: Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License.