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Final Filing Date:  This position will close at 5:00 P.M. PST, Monday, November 23, 2020

Salary Range (5 steps):  Monthly: $6,572 - $8,216

Located at Hillcrest Center 

Summary:
Under general supervision, plans, organizes and provides comprehensive and technical professional staff assistance related to registration, marketing, publicity and community outreach efforts for the District, in accordance with District policies and procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manages all aspects of the registration process, assists in the administration and maintenance of web-based registration software including adding users, updating software, trains new users and coordinates its daily use by the public and staff, as well as makes recommendations to software provider for updates.
• Manages, prepares and distributes the Recreation Division Program Guides, including web and social media sites, and prepares related promotional material.
• Responsible for independently performing a wide range of administrative and/or analytical tasks relating to the planning and processing of web and social media information, administration and maintenance of content updates, changes and security of the District’s website.
• Serves as liaison with community and partner organizations regarding sponsorships, advertising opportunities, etc.
• Supports staff in District Units in the development of news releases, special event flyers/brochures, community announcements, project-based communications, or other methods of communicating with the public.
• Develops and disseminates information that promotes District events, activities, facilities, and other special projects.
• Compiles and reviews data, verifies accuracy, analyzes data, maintains records and prepares reports on activities and participation.
• Manages the development and implementation of public relation and social media strategies and campaigns. 

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains and orders supplies, registration materials, and equipment in assigned area.
• May be required to drive District or personal vehicle to deliver materials or attend meetings.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. *

Education/Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree with emphasis in Communications, Marketing or Public Relations; four (4) years experience in marketing, public relations and experience with Microsoft Office, desktop publishing, HTML experience preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Ability:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents in area of expertise, technical procedures, or government regulations. Ability to write reports, correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral form. Ability to present information and respond to questions.

Math Ability:
 Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, proportions, and percentages. Ability to apply basic concepts of bookkeeping to track revenues.

Reasoning Ability:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in standardized situations. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written or oral form.

Certificates and Licenses:
California Driver’s License

Supervisory Responsibilities:
Directly supervises employees and/or contract workers. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Work Environment: 
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. *

While performing the duties of this job the employee is not generally exposed to hazardous conditions. The noise level in the environment is moderate.

Physical Demands:
 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. *

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; lift up to 25 pounds. The vision requirements include close and color vision.

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Selection Process:
Apply online at:  www.crpd.org/jobs (follow link to www.calopps.org, Member Agency: Conejo Recreation & Park District)

Based on the information provided in the application documents, those candidates with the most desirable qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process.  Not all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.  Be sure to include all pertinent information regarding your education and experience.  Fill out the application completely; blank spaces may cause rejection; do not refer to resume.  Falsification or omission of material fact is cause for rejection, removal from the eligibility list, or dismissal.  A cover letter and resume must be submitted with the fully completed application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.  Applications must be submitted online by the filing deadline.

Examination:  Candidate selection will be based on competitive examinations.  Test content will be related to the job.  A driver license will be requested for identification and admission to the testing area.  If there is more than one part to an examination, candidates must pass each part.  Candidates with passing scores will be asked to compete in successive parts of the examination.

• Written Test/Practical Exercise:  A written test and a practical exercise may be used, in addition to the appraisal interview.
• Appraisal Interviews:  Job related appraisal interviews will be conducted to evaluate and compare participating candidates’ knowledge, skills, and abilities in relation to those factors which job analysis has determined to be essential for successful performance of the job.
• After the Appraisal Interviews, the top candidates will be invited to a staff interview. 

All applicants will receive a response to their standing in the selection process.

NOTE:     THE DISTRICT DOES NOT REIMBURSE APPLICANTS FOR TRAVEL, LODGING, OR OTHER EXPENSES RESULTING FROM THEIR PARTICIPATION IN THE SELECTION PROCEDURE.

In accordance with the Immigration and Control Act of 1986, the Conejo Recreation and Park District must verify that all new employees have written proof of their right to work in the United States at the time of hire.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES
The District encourages applications from qualified individuals with disabilities as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.  Individuals who will require a reasonable accommodation to take a test as part of the selection process must notify Human Resources.  Applicants with disabilities that affect sensory, manual or speaking skills may be provided with a test in a format that does not require the use of the impaired skill.  Persons requesting reasonable accommodation will be required to provide documentation of such need.

Note:  The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.  This posting may close at any time without advance notice.

Position subject to pre-employment physical

The City of Pleasant Hill is recruiting for Dispatcher 1 (experienced and entry-level).

A Dispatcher I is a civilian employee of the Police Department who performs a variety of tasks in the Department’s Support Services Division. The Dispatcher I receives incoming calls for police assistance and response; acts as a primary Dispatcher when appropriate; performs a variety of general support duties related to police communications; completes a wide variety of general clerical duties.

The Dispatcher I duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Answer emergency and non-emergency police related phone calls, help prioritize requests for service based upon available resources, receive radio requests and handle accordingly, type, process and file a wide variety of reports and materials including memos, letters, complaints, declarations, warrants, citations, crime and traffic reports.  Assists Department personnel and the public in person and by phone performing record checks, collecting fees and mailing requested reports to outside agencies in accordance with established regulations.  A Dispatcher I may be assigned to work various hours, shifts, holidays, weekends and overtime.

To apply, please complete an application and supplemental questionnaire. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City employment application.  Typing certification of 40 wpm net (5 minute test taken within the last 12 months) is required.  Certificates will only be accepted from a recognized business, adult school, or employment agency. Online typing test results will not be accepted. Due to COVID-19, many typing testing locations have not re-opened and so at this time the City will waive the requirement of submitting a typing certificate at the time of application.  However, successful candidates who move forward in the recruitment will be required to provide a valid typing certificate prior to final appointment to this position. Lateral applicants from a POST certified agency are not required to submit a typing certificate.

CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT:  Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.  You must ensure complete submission of employment application and typing certificate as recruitment may close at any time. 

Experienced & Lateral Applicants: Priority will be given to qualified lateral and experienced applicants. The most qualified applicants based on background and experience as evidenced by their application, will be invited for an oral board interview, which is weighted 100%.  To be placed on an eligibility list, an applicant must receive a passing score of 70 or more from each panel member.

Entry-level applicants:   Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications may be invited to take a written Dispatcher test administered by City personnel.  Testing is tentatively planned for a date to be determined in 2021. Applicants will be notified by email of the scheduled time and location for the written test. The most qualified applicants based on background and experience as evidenced by their application, and those with a passing score of 70% on the written test may be invited for an oral board interview, which is weighted 100%.  To be placed on an eligibility list, an applicant must receive a passing score of 70 or more from each panel member. Interviews are tentatively planned for a date to be determined in 2021.

A thorough background check, as well as a physical, including a drug screen, psychological evaluation, and polygraph exam will be conducted on the top candidates prior to appointment consideration.  Failure to achieve a qualifying score on any portion of the examination process will eliminate a candidate from further consideration.

To comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all new employees are required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or authorization to work in the United States on their first day of employment.

The City of Pleasant Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), requests for special accommodations during any stage of the examination process should be made in advance to the Human Resources Department.

The City of Newark is seeking an experienced leader who will plan and direct the accounting activities of the department. A self- starter who can wear many hats and hits the ground running is essential. Candidates with high integrity and strong leadership skills, who are approachable with a collaborative spirit, honest, trustworthy, and ethical are crucial attributes to have in a contributing role to the Finance Department.

This position reports directly to the Finance Director and will have the responsibilities to execute the financial functions of the City, including budgeting, accounting, accounts payable/receivable, annual audits, payroll, business licenses and collections.

The Accounting Manager is a hands-on department manager providing advanced technical skills, leadership, and full first-line supervision over the six team members that make up the Finance Department. The successful incumbent will be fully functional in all aspects of governmental accounting and perform a full range of complex professional accounting work. The Accounting Manager will participate in shaping the future through development, implementation and maintenance of policies and procedures relating to areas of assignment.

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 of the department.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Manages the accounting staff who are responsible for financial reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and budget preparation.
• Conducts performance evaluations.
• Directs, coordinates, and reviews the work plan for Accounting Services within the Finance Department; assigns work activities and projects; monitors work flow; reviews and evaluates work products, methods, and procedures; meets with staff to identify and resolve problems.
• Supervises, plans, trains, and reviews the work of staff responsible for providing assigned accounting related services and activities; provides day-to-day coordination of workload and tasks; participates in performing the most complex work of the department.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Administer internal controls and guidelines for accounting transactions and budget preparation.
• Assists the Finance Director in identifying opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures; implements improvements.
• Participates in the preparation of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR); and bi-annual budget.
• Work cooperatively with outside Agencies, City officials and other Departments within the City.
• Participates in the year-end audit.
• Oversees the production of periodic financial reports; forecast and budgets; ensures that the reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles and/or GASB financial reporting standards. 
• Audits accounts to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations; coordinates with outside auditors and provides needed information for the annual external audit.
• Presents recommendations to management on short-term and long-term financial objectives and policies.
• Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.

Please view the job announcement and description below.

Click here to view our Dispatch Recruitment Video: https://www.facebook.com/SimiValleyPD/videos/1489442414447198/

The City of Thousand Oaks Hill Canyon Wastewater Treatment Plant (HCTP) has an excellent opportunity!   We are seeking a highly motivated, organized and detail-oriented Laboratory Aide to assist with a variety of wastewater analysis, including testing, sampling, research, laboratory cleanliness, and analytical data entry.  The Laboratory Aide will be a team player, and self-starter, and take a proactive and solutions-oriented approach in the support of the day-to-day laboratory operations. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist with sample collection at various sites within the facility, test preparation, and the analysis of process control samples; communicate laboratory results to appropriate staff
• Generate, input, and track data
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness, including cleaning of instruments, equipment, laboratory bench tops, and glassware
• Assist with the calibration of laboratory equipment, instruments, and sample container preparation
• Assist in the preparation of laboratory reagents, standards, and bacteriological media for testing
• Operate pH meter, analytical balances, autoclaves, and other basic bench top instrumentation

THE POSITION

The City of Dublin is currently seeking one full-time, Environmental Technician to perform specialized work in the development, implementation and promotion of environmental programs and compliance within the Dublin community. This position performs duties relating to the delivery and oversight of programs related to solid waste management, pollution prevention, stormwater, mitigation of greenhouse gas emissions, as well as staying abreast of the changing laws and regulations of environmental resource management and sustainability principles.  

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Plan, develop, and administer environmental programs for the City, including programs that support the City’s mission and vision relative to climate protection, solid waste management, transportation, stormwater, green building and mitigation of greenhouse gas emissions.
• Conduct research and analytical studies on a variety of environmental issues/programs and trends in sustainability to ensure City’s compliance with federal, state, regional and local mandates.
• Formulate recommendations and promote programs and activities which support the City’s position/goals relative to sustainability issues.
• Review and make recommendations for revisions of City ordinances regarding environmental programs.
• Participate with other City departments, community service providers, consultants, other jurisdictions and agencies in environmental programs development and coordination efforts, as well as advocacy and education.
• Review building plans to ensure compliance with codes, ordinances and regulations, as needed.
• May conduct site inspections of businesses, schools and residential areas to assess recycling, composting and waste reduction efforts and/or stormwater program compliance; prepare reports and recommendations based on site visits.
• Design and develop a variety of materials and activities to promote, implement, and evaluate assigned environmental programs to enhance public awareness, educate citizens and encourage proactive and cooperative problem solving.
• Prepare grant applications and handle the details of grant administration including contracts with state, county and regional agencies.
• Perform required duties under the City’s disaster response plan.
• Assist with environmental programs budget development and administration, including contract administration, invoice processing and maintenance of support inventory for a variety of programs.
• Conduct presentations relating to the City’s environmental programs and program proposals to City Council, City Departments, a variety of Council appointed commissions and advisory committees; act as a staff liaison to a variety of City committees with sustainability focus, and provide technical assistance and input as necessary.
• Plan and serve as lead staff in the development and coordination of community events which promote the environment, such as Dublin Pride Week, Creek Cleanup Day, and Bike-to-Work days.
• May coordinate consultant and support staff work activities and determine work priorities and methods; provide lead direction and training for program support staff.