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THE POSITION: The City of Campbell is currently recruiting for a School Crossing Guard position.

Be an important member of a successful team of individuals committed to the safety of school children in our community. School Crossing Guards work approximately 15-20 hours per week during the regular school year. School Crossing Guards are assigned to designated locations in the City of Campbell assisting elementary and junior high school students to safely cross the streets.

SALARY: $16.00-$23.00 Hourly

HOURS: 15-20 Hours per week

TYPICAL DUTIES: • Assist school children to safely cross streets • Report crimes, violations, accidents, or injuries • Assist the public

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • Must be at least 18 years of age • Must have ability to get transportation to different post locations in Campbell • Must not have any dangerous criminal convictions • Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions and procedures • Must be able to communicate clearly with city personnel, pedestrians and motorists • Must be able to work different shift hours, and all school year • Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions • Must have a sense of responsibility for the safety of children.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS: Please complete a City of Campbell Employment Application or online through www.calopps.org. Applications are available at www.cityofcampbell.com/hr or in person at Human Resources 70 N. First Street, Campbell, CA 95008 (City Hall, Upper Level). Successful completion of a background investigation will be required prior to being hired. The City of Campbell will provide all safety equipment and uniforms. For more information about the Crossing Guard Program and details about this employment opportunity, call the City of Campbell HR Department at (408) 866-2705 or email: hr@campbellca.gov.

The City of Campbell is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of a person’s race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age or sexual orientation.

Candidates with a disability, which may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process, should advise City of Campbell upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

     The San Jose Police Department is currently recruiting for a School Safety Supervisor position.  The School Safety Supervisor will be part of the San Jose Police Department's Support Services Division, School Safety & Education Unit. The School Safety and Education Unit provides administrative support and staffing for the Adult Crossing Guard Program for the City of San Jose. Additionally, the Unit coordinates the training and supervision of Student Safety Patrols at elementary schools located throughout the City. The unit comprises of 1 Captain, 1 Program Manager, 4 School Safety Supervisors and nearly 300 School Crossing Guards.  The work schedule for this position is a 4/10 schedule (10 hour work days/ 4 days a week).

     The duties of this position include (but are not limited to) the following:

      - Supervises School Crossing Guards; including recruitment, interview of prospective candidates, training, scheduling, and discipline.

      - Administers, schedules, and coordinates the activities of the school crossing guard program, including maintenance of timesheets, mileage forms, performance evaluations, within an assigned geographical area.

      - Develops school safety patrol programs; conducts training in safety and advises on current state requirements.

      - Designs, prepares, or obtains teaching materials including films, videos, brochures, and testing materials for educational programs in pedestrian safety, bicycle safety, personal safety, and prevention of child sexual assault.

      - Works with Police Training and Traffic Operations to develop audio-visual instructional materials including slide and video presentations.

      - Prepares and gives presentations to student, parent, and teacher groups in and monitors program effectiveness.

      - Prepares and submits timecards for Crossing Guards.

      - Observes and reports on unsafe physical conditions of streets, roads, signs, crosswalks, and sidewalks. Makes recommendations on adjustments to matters related to the safety of student pedestrian safety.

      - Organizes and directs special events for school-age children.

      - May perform duties of a School Crossing Guard on a relief basis, as required.

      - Maintains personnel files for School Crossing Guards.

     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.

     Selection Process

     The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process.  Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews, one of which may include a practical/writing exercise.

     You will be prompted to answer the following job-specific questions during the online application process.  Please note that there is a 4,000-character limit, including spaces, for each text response. 

     Please describe your Supervisory experience. Indicate years of supervisory experience, your main role as a supervisor, the number of employees and type of employees you supervised.

     Please describe your experience coordinating and scheduling of assignments, and in the preparation and presentation of information to large groups.

     Please describe your proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and your experience using these applications.

     Please indicate the language(s) other than English you speak fluently.

     Please describe your experience handling multiple assignments and meeting deadlines. Please provide some examples of projects/tasks you have worked on and the techniques you have used to produce quality, error free work in a timely manner.

     Please provide an example of a difficult situation you have worked through. Would you have done anything differently? 

     Please describe your experience working with the public in a public setting.

     You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. 

     If you have questions about the duties of these positions, please contact Michelle Barte at michelle.barte@sanjoseca.gov  

     If you have questions about the selection or hiring processes, please contact Rose Lara at rose.lara@sanjoseca.gov

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

     The Parks, Recreation & Neighborhood Services Department is looking for highly motivated, personable individuals with strong leadership skills and innovative ideas to become part of a dynamic team of employees with a strong commitment to providing excellent service to our diverse community. Bilingual applicants speaking a second language such as Spanish or Vietnamese are encouraged to apply.

     Under supervision, this classification performs duties of moderate difficulty including performing overall work in park operations and visitor services; resource and environmental protection; greeting visitors and explaining/interpreting park features; collecting and accounting for fees; performing rescue and fire suppression activities; administering first aid as needed; patrolling parks; enforcement of state and local laws; performing conservation programs and projects; providing lead direction to other park personnel; coordinating and leading volunteer and internship programs; providing traffic and parking control; and preparing written and oral reports and other communication.

     The Parks, Recreation & Neighborhood Services Department currently has approximately four full- time permanent positions.

     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.

     WORK SCHEDULES FOR MOST POSITIONS MAY FLUCTUATE TO MEET PARK OPERATIONAL NEEDS AND WILL INCLUDE WORK DURING LATE AFTERNOONS/EVENINGS, WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS. ASSIGNMENTS CAN BE MADE TO ANY AREA OF THE CITY'S REGIONAL PARKS, TRAILS SYSTEM, OR OTHER PRNS FACILITY.

     Selection Process

     The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews, one of which may include a practical/writing exercise.

     Applicants deemed the most qualified after application screening, oral interviews, and/or practical/written exercise will be required to pass a background investigation, polygraph test and medical examination and fingerprint clearance prior to appointment.

     If you have any questions regarding the duties for this position, please contact Pam Helmke by email at pam.helmke@sanjoseca.gov or at (408) 794-6517. 

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APPLICATION DEADLINE:   Apply by Friday, April 30, 2021 for first consideration

THE POSITION:

The Library and Recreation Department (Recreation Division) is seeking a full-time Program Coordinator.  The Program Coordinator performs planning, coordination, and supervision of recreation programs, events and activities, including planning, scheduling and implementing recreational activities in a specific program area; recruits, coordinates and supervises the activities of regular, temporary and volunteer staff; prepares program budgets and monitors expenditures; administers the rental, scheduling, use and maintenance of major recreation facilities; and performs related work as required.  The Program Coordinator is expected to exercise judgment and initiative in their management of an assigned center or specialized program which include youth programs, aquatics, sports, and seniors.  Program Coordinators are assigned to one or more of the above divisions in the Community Services Department.  The basic job duties of a Program Coordinator are similar in nature yet vary according to the assigned division.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Duties are illustrative and not all inclusive and may vary with individual assignment.)   

• Provides direction to and supervises regular, temporary and volunteer staff, including selecting, monitoring, training, scheduling and determining workloads; assists with hiring, disciplinary and evaluation processes.
• Assists in the development, recommendation and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for the assigned department division(s).
• Participates in the preparation and administration of an assigned recreation center or specialized recreation program budget.
• Plans, evaluates and coordinates programs, classes, athletic activities and special events, including scheduling facilities, ensuring facilities are set up, scheduling trips and hiring coaches.
• Monitors the day-to-day operations of programs and events, including making site visits, handling and resolving complaints not requiring the attention of a supervisor and ensuring that programs and events have required materials and supplies.
• Formulates and organizes program plans and schedules for seasonal and year-round activities such as athletic leagues, aquatics programs, special events and day and summer camps.
• Acts as liaison and representative with a variety of advisory boards, commissions, community groups, law enforcement agencies, schools and councils.
• Creates program flyers, brochures, catalogs and newsletters, including determining content, layout, materials and distribution methods; prepares activity and operating reports.
• Enforces safety and operating procedures and provides for maintenance needs including compliance with health and safety codes and building codes.
• Books facility rentals for customers; attends to facility users needs, including permits and equipment; prints weekly event schedule and ensures that all setups are done, manages facility budget, including maintenance and supplies.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

• Good customer service techniques.
• Principles and techniques of directing group, social and recreational activities.
• Principles and practices of managing recreational programs for community parks, community centers, youth and senior centers, aquatic centers and/or athletic facilities.
• Recreation site management, including operations and maintenance.
• Techniques of effective supervision; and
• Financial record keeping practices as applied to recreation programs.

• Coordinating and scheduling the work of temporary and volunteer staff.
• Coordinating and scheduling programs, events, and activities.
• Inventorying and ordering supplies, equipment and materials.
• Interpreting and enforcing policies and procedures.
• Maintaining files and monitoring and tracking fees and payments.
• Developing interpersonal relationships with a variety of users and sponsors.
• Using computers and related software.
• Communication to interact effectively with co-workers, supervisors, subordinates, volunteers, and the general public sufficient to convey information and to receive work direction.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: 

• Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in recreation administration, physical education, leisure services or a related field AND
• Two (2) years full-time or its equivalent experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job listed above.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Must possess and maintain a valid California Class C driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record..

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer, and to attend meetings at various sites within and away from the City, and have availability to work off-hours shifts or events as required; strength to lift and carry materials weighing to 40 pounds; mobility lead groups in activities involving steep or rough terrain; ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather and temperature conditions; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to video display.  The employee is frequently exposed to outdoor weather conditions and frequently works in evenings or weekends and inside environmental conditions.  The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and occasionally works with use of a personal vehicle.  The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

City of San Rafael application is required.  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, oral board examination, and written examination.  The passing point for the oral and/or written examination final score will be 70%.  Prior to appointment, candidate must pass a background check, DMV check, pre-employment physical/drug screen, and fingerprinting.  To file an application, go to www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “City of San Rafael”.  For more information on the City of San Rafael, go to www.cityofsanrafael.org.  Follow this link to submit your application: https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-20105349 

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 no later than seven (7) calendar days before the test date.

The City of San Jose is recruiting for a part-time School Crossing Guards in the Police Department during the normal school year.  Work involves providing for the safe conduct of elementary and junior high school children across heavily traveled streets and reporting problems requiring possible police action. Positions may involve substituting at different corners or a regular location assignment.  IN GENERAL, THESE ASSIGNMENTS ARE A SPLIT SHIFT WITH APPROXIMATELY 10 HOURS PER WEEK.  School Crossing Guards are required to work outside regardless of weather conditions and must be able to provide a uniform as specified by the Police Department.   Work includes outside duties and exposure to weather.  Work may include the physical ability to sit, stand, walk quickly, step up/down from the curb, reach, push and/or pull, twist and or rotate, bend, lift and carry up to 10 pounds, use hands hold and use a stop sign the entire shift, use other hand to stop traffic and use a whistle at the same. 
 
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.  For more information about Police department, School Safety unit, visit http://www.sjpd.org/BFO/Community/SchoolSafety/.

Applications will be available on a continuous basis until our current vacancies are filled.  To facilitate filling these positions, interviews will be conducted whenever sufficient qualified applications are received.   

EFFECTIVE 3/9/2021 THE LIVING WAGE RATE OF PAY PER HOUR IS $24.56,  EFFECTIVE 7/1/2021 THE LIVING WAGE WILL INCREASE TO $25.31. 

Competencies

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history.  Desirable competencies for this position include: 

*Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations 

*Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and writing 

*Ability and willingness to work in all-weather situations 

*Experience working with children 

*Knowledge of traffic laws of California and City of San Jose 

*Knowledge of traffic control techniques and procedures 

*Ability to recognize traffic hazardous 

*Ability to have access to motor vehicle on a daily basis 

*Able to read city maps 

*Automobile insurance coverage of at least $35,000 ($15,000-$30,000 bodily injury,   $5,000 property damage.)  

*Be able to work morning and afternoon shifts every school day during school start and end times 

*Ability to give and follow oral instruction 

*Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with children, parents, school officials and law enforcement 

*Ability to remain calm and use judgment and initiative in an emergency situation 

*Customer Service - Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently in a timely, accurate, respectful and friendly manner. 

*Initiative- Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance.

*Reliability- Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate

*Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills

*Communication Skills - Communicates and listens effectively and responds in an timely, effective, positive and respectful manner; written reports and correspondence are accurate, complete, current; well-organized, legible, concise, neat, and in proper grammatical form responds to statements and comments of others in a way that reflects understanding of the content and the accompanying emotion; asks clarifying questions to assure understanding of what the speaker intended, ensures consistent communication takes place within area of responsibility.