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About the Department

The Department of Transportation (DOT) plans, develops, operates, and maintains transportation facilities, services, and related systems which contribute to the livability and economic health of the City. We comprise a team of more than 500 people ready to serve the needs of our residents to improve the efficiency and safety of San José streets. We are an energetic and innovative team that is improving transportation in one of the nation’s largest cities, while focusing on safety, sustainability, and active public life! For more information about DOT, visit www.sanjoseca.gov/transportation.  

Position Duties

The Department of Transportation is currently seeking to fill multiple vacancies for the Engineer I/II position. 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 visit the following links to read about the positions and duties for all divisions and sections: 

• Safety, Operations, and Parking 

• Planning and Project Delivery 

• Infrastructure Maintenance 

For additional information regarding the Engineer I/II classification, please visit the class specification. 

Transportation Safety and Operations Division - Signal Design 

The Engineer I/II positions in the Signals Design team provide traffic signal-related management and support services throughout the City of San José. The positions will work closely with other team members, and may include direct supervision of sub-professional technical staff. 

Key duties include but are not limited to:  

• Implementing capital and grant-funded projects to enhance pedestrian, bicycle, transit, and vehicle access at intersections using signal control devices; including grant administration, consultant and vendor contract management, project scoping, design review, project scheduling, budget management, and coordination with various internal and external stakeholders; 

• Coordinating construction activities, including traffic signal “turn-ons” and mitigating signal timing impacts during construction at intersections; 

• Evaluating proposed striping and improvement plans associated with annual pavement program work and providing design details to enhance all modes of travel; 

• Coordinating traffic signal ITS enhancements in preparation and conjunction with public improvements and pavement work; 

• Reviewing traffic signal plans and specifications for development and capital improvement projects for compliance with CA-MUTCD and City standards;  

• Coordinating with projects implemented by other City divisions and departments to ensure all changes affecting the traffic signal network conform to the future goals of the City; 

• Analyzing collision/volume data and other variables to identify ideal locations for innovative traffic signal designs (bicycle signals, HAWK signals, protected intersections, etc.) and evaluate before and after studies; and 

• Responding to citizen requests for improvements to the signal network. 

Transportation Safety and Operations Division - Signal Operations 

The Engineer I/II positions in the Signal Operations team are part of an innovative customer-oriented team responsible for managing day-to-day traffic conditions through the operations and management of the City's nearly 1000 traffic signals. The Engineer I/II will be responsible for assisting in project planning and engineering, construction coordination, and may include direct supervision of sub-professional technical staff. 

Key duties include but are not limited to:  

• Conduct analyses and field investigation related to day-to-day customer-identified traffic operations issues;  

• Respond to service requests from the public and other city departments. 

• Analyze traffic flow impacts of CIP/development-related traffic signals and associated improvements; 

• Analyze the effectiveness of specific signal timing standards currently utilized in San Jose and benchmark against current industry standards/trends; 

• Prepare and implement traffic signal timing and coordination plans. 

• Conduct performance measures of the roadway network, including evaluation of corridor timing flow and safety effectiveness; 

• Support implementation of grant-funded traffic signal retiming projects; 

• Prepare Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for signal timing consultant services, manage service contracts; prepare work orders, grant reports and invoices; and 

• Actively manage ingress and egress for planned event traffic utilizing remote signal timing control, traffic surveillance cameras, and dynamic motorist information message signs. 
    

Transportation Safety and Operations Division - Traffic Safety 

The Engineer I/II positions in the Traffic Safety Division provides Neighborhood Traffic Management services and develops and implements Traffic Calming and Pedestrian Improvement Projects throughout the City of San José. The Engineer I/II will work closely with the team to develop traffic safety projects to improve safety for all roadway users, ensure facilities are pedestrian and bicycle friendly and comply with laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances.  Services provided are heavily community oriented and can sometimes be politically sensitive. This position reports directly to an Associate Engineer and supervises Engineering Technicians and interns.   

Engineers I/II will have opportunities to support the Traffic Safety Division staff in the following areas: 

• Perform field investigations, collect data, and perform various traffic studies, including stop sign, crosswalk, and crossing guard studies. 

• Review collision reports and apply applicable guidelines and standards to enhance roadway safety.  

• Perform engineering analysis, and complete written reports of recommended solutions. 

• Conduct speed surveys to establish appropriate speed limits on City streets. 

• Prepare maps, reports, and related material for presentation.   

• Developing effective working relationships with community groups to resolve residential traffic issues using the newly adopted Council policy on traffic calming.  

• Working with and educating residents on traffic issues in neighborhoods, including speeding, cut-through traffic, pedestrian and bicycle safety, and quality of life concerns.  

• Determination of use and placement of appropriate traffic control devices.  

• Review and analysis of on-street parking conditions and establishment of appropriate parking controls.  

• Planning, assignment, direction, and evaluation of technical staff in the traffic investigation unit. 

• Participate on the development plan review process and coordination with other City departments and divisions. 

• Attend meetings/represent the Traffic Safety team on discussions with project engineers, City staff, and consultants as appropriate to build consensus and/or to coordinate project issues. 

• Assist with the development, design, and construction management of pedestrian and traffic safety projects including enhanced crosswalks, Radar Speed Signs, Speed Lumps, and Road Diets.  Typical duties include performing field surveys, leading the preparation of project plans, coordinating with stakeholders, preparing work orders, ordering project materials, and reviewing the completeness of construction work in the field. 

• Prepare conceptual and basic design plans for traffic safety improvements using AutoCAD, AutoTURN, or similar CAD software 

Transportation Planning and Project Delivery (PPD) Division – Local & Regional Project Delivery 

The Engineer I/II positions in the Local and Regional Project Delivery section helps develop and implement the City's Transportation Capital Improvement Program in alignment with policies of the General Plan Envision 2040. Under the general direction of the Associate and/or Senior Engineer, this position will work with internal and external partners and the community to ensure the efficient delivery of transportation projects through the planning, environmental, design, and construction phases.  Types of projects that the Engineer I/II may support include multi-modal enhancement to local roads, highway, expressway, and transit. 

Key duties include but are not limited to:  

• Perform project management duties, including preparing and updating project status reports and schedules, managing contracts/agreements, expenditure tracking, and progress billings/payments. 

• Coordinate the review of environmental documents and technical studies, designs, plans, estimates, and submittals associated with the implementation of project development activities consistent with City policies, regulatory requirements, current design standards and grant guidelines.  

• Attend project design/construction meetings.  Work with inspectors on project sites to assist in solving difficult problems and ensuring quality control, safety, and compliance with regulatory, design and construction requirements.  

• Assist in the preparation of multi-agency cooperative, funding, or maintenance agreements to deliver and sustain a safe, multimodal transportation system for the City. 

• Represent the Department of Transportation at community meetings and other meetings with internal and external stakeholders. 

• May lead and supervise, technical, interns and non-technical staff by establishing goals, tracking performance, creating a positive work environment, maximizing staff development opportunities, and providing appropriate recognition. 

Transportation Planning and Project Delivery (PPD) Division – Development and Geometric Design 

The Engineer I/II positions will, under general supervision or direction of the Associate Engineer, perform professional engineering work in street design; development of concept transportation infrastructure master plans, review plans for public and private projects in the City, and produce and review signage and pavement marking geometric plans. The successful candidate will need to understand basic engineering principles of transportation planning, traffic engineering, geometric/roadway design, and plan review. Surveying background or experience is desired, but not required. 

Key duties include, but are not limited to: 

• Prepare transportation infrastructure improvements conceptual designs of roadway, intersection and interchange, traffic signals using AutoCAD, relevant to new development and capital improvement projects. 

• Develop “complete streets” and multimodal design plans in conformance with Federal, State, and City’s transportation design standards, guidelines, and policies. 

• Review consultant engineering plans and specifications, master plans, and traffic studies related to capital infrastructure improvements. 

• Perform field review of striping layouts for conformance with design requirements. 

How to Apply

To view the full announcement for this exciting opportunity with the City of San Jose and to apply online, please visit the City of San Jose's careers page by clicking on the URL link below.

The Van Driver, Senior position is located at Health and Human Services Agency. This position operates a light vehicle to transport clients to and from designated locations within the county. The Senior Van Driver will prioritize and coordinate client transportation. This position is scheduled for up to twenty five (25) hours per week.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Operate and drive a light motor vehicle to pick up and deliver clients and children to a designated location within the county or various sites out of Glenn County. 
• Oversee the scheduling of clients’ transportation, coordinate, and assign clients’ transportation to van drivers. 
• May include on-call for driving after hours and on weekend crisis calls, both in and out of Glenn County.
• Adhere to time and transportation schedules to ensure clients are able to meet their scheduled appointments.
• Pick up and deliver paperwork, charts, equipment, materials, and supplies at various locations as assigned.
• May use assigned vehicle to move clients’ belongings from one location to another as directed.
• Check oil, gas, tires, etc. of assigned vehicle regularly to ensure safety and good mechanical condition.

Principal Planner | Senior Planner | Associate Planner

One (1) vacancy. Application deadline: Apply by Sunday, June 28, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., for first consideration. 

• Principal Planner: $134,700 - $163,728 annually
• Senior Planner: $116,448 - $141,552 annually
• Associate Planner: $102,912 - $125,088 annually

THE CITY is focused on enhancing our community members’ quality of life through well-designed services and a positive workplace culture. San Rafael is the economic and cultural heart of Marin County, and its high quality of life is centered on its commercial districts, engaged neighborhoods, active lifestyle, and natural environment. San Rafael, with a population of approximately 60,000, is a full-service city with a City Council/City Manager form of government with 12 departments, more than 400 employees, and a fiscal year 2025-2026 annual budget of approximately $192 million. The City’s vision is to be a vibrant economic and cultural center reflective of its diversity. The City Council is engaged and seeks to strengthen the urban and commercial areas as well as sustain the beautiful natural environment. 

San Rafael’s Organizational culture framework is an initiative called “Together San Rafael.” City employees are our greatest asset, and we seek talented individuals with diverse backgrounds who are creative, curious, and excited about a challenge. We are a results-driven team focused on the needs of community members. The Together San Rafael initiative is focused on modernizing City services and increasing the engagement of employees. This initiative recognizes the interconnectedness of the customer and employee experience. 

THE DEPARTMENT

In recent years, the City of San Rafael has seen an unprecedented interest in development and growth, and our department has responded with collaborative focus on creating a thriving, sustainable community that meets the needs of our diverse population. 

The Community & Economic Development Department is comprised of five divisions with a total fiscal year 2025-2026 budget of over $7 million and 24 full-time employees. 

The Community & Economic Development Department is comprised of five divisions: 

• Planning, Building, Housing & Code Enforcement Divisions: Support the City’s land use entitlement, construction and inspection permitting, housing policy, and community code compliance programs.
• Economic Development Division: Creates and maintains a thriving economic environment for businesses and residents by providing resources, primarily through the one-stop-shop “San Rafael Go” Program.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The Community & Economic Development Department (C&ED) has 1 vacancy to be filled at either the Principal Planner, Senior Planner, or Associate Planner classification. The Planning Division plays a critical role in shaping the future of San Rafael and establishing a positive initial impression for members of the public engaging with the Community and Economic Development Department.

The ideal candidate for the Principal Planner is an experienced planning professional with deep knowledge of California land use and environmental laws, including extensive experience with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and Tribal Consultation.  This individual provides strong technical leadership over the review of development applications and is confident exercising independent authority.  The successful candidate is an effective manager who values consistency, customer service, and can clearly communicate technical requirements to staff, professionals, and the public.

The ideal candidate for the Senior Planner is a seasoned planning professional with strong technical expertise and proven project management experience.  This individual brings comprehensive knowledge of California planning and environmental laws and is skilled in overseeing the review of complex development applications including managing California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) review and Tribal Consultation. The successful candidate is an effective project manager experienced with high conflict and litigious projects, writing and managing proposals, managing consultants, and working collaboratively with various departments. They are comfortable managing large project teams and serving as the primary point of contact for applicants, design professionals, and the public, resolving disputes and complaints with professionalism and sound judgment.  The ideal candidate communicates clearly, collaborates effectively with other City departments and outside agencies, and provides reliable advice and support to the Principal Planner and Planning Manager to ensure the efficient, compliant, and customer-focused operation of the Planning Division. 

The ideal candidate for the Associate Planner is capable of independently processing development applications, including experience with Sign Permits, Design Review, Use Permit, Lot Line Adjustment/Merger, and Variance application types. This individual can prepare and analyze professional planning studies respond to public inquiries regarding the City’s General Plan, Zoning Code, and Subdivision Ordinance, and has experience presenting development projects before public boards and commissions. This candidate has excellent customer service skills and can navigate high conflict situations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Principal Planner - This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. CLICK HERE for the full job spec.

• Plans, organizes, and directs the overall work activities of the long-range planning, current
  planning, and/or permit service programs.
• Reviews and evaluates the job performance of subordinate personnel, identifies professional
  development needs, and provides training as needed.
• Oversees the review and analysis of development proposals or planning studies, including
  participation in more complex and major projects.
• Interprets, implements, and enforces the General Plan, zoning codes, and other codes related
  to the maintenance of community standards.
• Make presentations on planning background recommendations before the Design Review
  Board, Planning Commission, City Council, community groups and organizations.
• Works with other City departments and governmental jurisdictions in coordinating the division's
  programs and projects.
• Conducts research and analysis of land use and related issues. Prepares environmental review
  documents. Prepares written reports.
• Supervises a professional and clerical planning staff.
• Produces and/or Coordinates public events, committee meetings, and community workshops.
• Assists the Director with budget preparation and manages the section’s budget.

Senior Planner - This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. CLICK HERE for the full job spec.

•  Supervises professional and/or technical staff engaged in City planning activities.
  Establishes priorities and defining processing requirements.
• Responds to questions and issues raised by the City staff, developers, contractors, architects,
  engineers, and the general public; interpret the General Plan, zoning code and related ordinances
  or City regulations.
• Conducts research and special studies.
• Coordinates projects and activities with other City departments and outside agencies.
• Manages consulting contracts for planning projects.
• Makes presentations before community groups, Boards, Commissions and/or the City Council.

Associate Planner - This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. CLICK HERE for the full job spec.

• Responds to inquiries from the public by providing information regarding the General Plan, the
  Zoning and Subdivisions Ordinances and statistical data.
• Receives and reviews land use permits, design review applications, zoning and General Plan
  amendments for conformance with the General Plan, Zoning, and Subdivision Ordinances and
  other requirements; and prepares staff reports recommending appropriate action.
• Conducts environmental review including preparation of initial studies and negative declarations,
  technical and administrative support on the preparation of Environmental Impact Reports and staff reports on all phases of environmental review.
• Performs detailed planning studies, research and analysis to support development of long-range
  policies and plans, as well as implementation ordinances for the City’s growth and development.
• Prepares and analyzes various professional planning studies including, but not limited to,
  demographics, traffic and historic resources.
• Prepares General Plan elements such as the Housing Element by drafting and finalizing plan
  documents; researching materials and making presentations to committees, the Planning
  Commission and the City Council.
• Prepares reports and studies and represents the department before the public, other agencies,
  and developer representatives.
• Attends and participates in meetings of the Design Review Board, Planning Commission, City Council, special committees and neighborhood groups.

CORE COMPETENCIES 

Principal Planner

• Highly familiar with California Planning Law, Environmental Quality Act and Subdivision Map Act.
• Capable of leading the long-range planning or current planning programs.
• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Supervise professional, technical and/or office support staff.
• Manage professional services budget.

Senior Planner

• Familiar with California Planning Law, Environmental Quality Act and Subdivision Map Act.
• Responds to questions and issues raised by the City staff, developers, contractors, architects.
• Manage consultant contracts.
• Coordinate the review of complex development applications.

Associate Planner

• Independently apply the City’s zoning code, subdivision ordinance and general plan.
• Respond to inquiries from the public regarding the City’s General Plan, Zoning Code, and Subdivision Ordinance.
• Capable of presenting to Planning Commission and City Council.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Principal Planner

Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of the requisite

knowledges, skill and abilities.

A typical way to obtain these would be:

• AICP Certification or Masters in planning; and
• Five years municipal planning experience including two years in a lead or supervisory position.

Senior Planner

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Planning or related
• field and five years of increasingly responsible professional planning experience.
• A Master’s degree in Planning may be substituted for one year of experience.
• Public agency experience desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.

Associate Planner

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in planning, urban studies, geography or related field and three (3) years of full-time work experience at the Assistant Planner level in municipal or regional planning.
• Any combination of education, experience, and training which demonstrates possession of and
• competency in requisite knowledge and abilities may substitute for the education (degree) on a year-
• for-year basis.
• A Master’s degree in planning or a related field may substitute for one (1) year of the required work experience.

All Levels

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

                                                                                    City of Pacifica

                                                                Invites you to apply for the position of:

                                                                       ACCOUNT TECHNICIAN I / II / III
 

                                                      Account Technician I    | $72,708.00 - $88,392.00
                                                      Account Technician II   | $79,980.00 - $97,248.00
                                                      Account Technician III  | $93,336.00 - $100,512.00

THE OPPORTUNITY

The City of Pacifica is a beautiful coastal community, just south of San Francisco with an exciting opportunity for Financial professionals. Currently, the City is recruiting for an Account Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have basic experience with accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll and strong customer service skills.

The Account Technician’s are responsible for performing a variety of technical accounting duties, including the compilation and verification of difficult, complex financial and statistical data from a wide variety of sources. The level of placement will depend on the incumbents qualifications.

At the City of Pacifica, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. To us, equal opportunity employment is not just about compliance, it’s about who you are, how you can help our City and who you want to be. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and residents.

We invite you to explore this opportunity with us. Interested candidates must submit a completed online employment application in CalOpp.org.  Resumes in lieu of a completed application will not be accepted.  Applications can be obtained online at https://www.calopps.org/city-of-pacifica.

This is a full-time benefited position that includes a comprehensive benefits package.

The City of Berkeley invites you to apply for the position of Administrative and Fiscal Services Manager! In this role, you will serve as a budgetary and financial expert while supervising the overall administrative, business service, and fiscal activities of a City department. Other responsibilities may include program planning and evaluation, personnel management, and contracts/grants management.

This is a city-wide classification that is assigned to the largest City departments. The current available position is in the Planning & Development Department. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this classification is:
Graduation from a four-year college or university with major work in accounting, finance, economics, business or public administration or a closely related field; and five (5) years of professional-level experience preparing and analyzing major operational and/or capital improvement budgets, and exercising fiscal controls. Two (2) of the five (5) years must have included supervisory responsibilities.

A Master's degree in one of the above-mentioned curricula may be substituted for one (1) year of non-supervisory experience and is highly desirable. Grants accounting experience is also desirable.

Must be able to travel to various locations within and outside the City of Berkeley to meet the program needs and to fulfill the job responsibilities. When driving on City business, the incumbent is required to maintain a valid California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications must be received by 5:00 PM Pacific on June 15, 2026 and must include a completed application and answers to the supplemental questions. Please note that resumes are not a substitute for a completed application. 

Applications are available in alternative formats (audio-format, braille, large print, electronic text, etc.) upon request to ada@berkeleyca.gov. Please allow 10 days for production of the material in an alternative format.

EXAM PROCESS

The exam process will include, but may not be limited to: 

• Application review for minimum qualifications (qualifying experience will be calculated based on the application filing period closing date)

• Oral Board Exam (tentatively scheduled for the week of July 6, 2026)

Tests may consist of any combination of written, oral or other exercises or assessment procedures that test content and may include, but are not necessarily limited to, typing, math, reading, writing and analytical skills; problem solving ability; computer and software proficiency, or any other job-related knowledge, skill, ability or qualification. The examination process and dates are subject to change. The City may, without notice, change or eliminate any assessment component as needs dictate. Applicants passing all examination phases will have their names placed on an employment eligible list that hiring departments will use to conduct final selection interviews.

 

Reasonable Accommodations: The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process must submit a request in writing to hr@berkeleyca.gov at the time of application.

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) is the transportation planning, financing, and coordinating agency for the nine-county San Francisco Bay Area. MTC is the federally designated Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) and the state designated Regional Transportation Planning Agency (RTPA) for the nine-county San Francisco Bay Area. MTC provides services to the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG). For more information about MTC, visit www.mtc.ca.gov.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Metropolitan Transportation Commission is an equal-opportunity, non-discriminatory employer. MTC provides all employees and applicants with an equal opportunity in every aspect of the employment experience regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, physical handicap, medical condition or marital status.

DEADLINE TO APPLY IS SUNDAY, JUNE 14, 2026, AT 11:55 PM
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY
A resume is highly encouraged with your application.

Be ready to rethink your assumptions about the public sector. Dedicated and motivated colleagues? Beautiful, high amenity building for on-site work and collaboration? Flexible schedules and hybrid work options? Yes, yes, and yes!

ABOUT THE SECTION
The Regional Planning Program section at MTC\ABAG is a multidisciplinary team that applies data-driven planning to improve the trajectory of the San Francisco Bay Area. One of our core deliverables is Plan Bay Area, which we update every four years. This long-range plan lays out a set of strategies for how to achieve a region that is affordable, connected, diverse, healthy and vibrant for all. In developing the plan, our team takes on some of the most difficult and important challenges facing the region: how to make living in the region affordable for existing and future residents, how to create a safe and effective transportation system, and how to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The section consists of four teams: Major Plans, Transportation Planning, Housing and Local Planning, and Forecasting/Modeling and Surveys. 

This principal position is within the Forecasting/Modeling and Surveys (FMS) team, which conducts data analysis and develops and applies modeling tools to analyze the impacts of potential strategies for Plan Bay Area. Our team strives to create quality modeling tools that embody our sections goals for planning excellence; we emphasize transparency by creating open-source models, and we value collaboration with other agencies and partners in developing shared resources. The FMS team focuses on the application of economic models, urban development models, and travel models, including developing new features for some of these models as new analysis needs arise. FMS also conducts regular travel diary surveys and transit passenger surveys to inform these tools and other research questions of interest to the agency. 

ABOUT THE ROLE
The Principal Modeler in Model Development will lead development of our travel modeling tools to assess our region’s future and to evaluate potential strategies and policies to improve quality of life. In this role, the Principal Modeler will manage a consulting team working in travel model development, developing both major and minor features as needed for the travel model and associated tools. This will involve project management as well as hands-on development work. The Principal Modeler will also be involved in developing other modeling and modeling-related tools relevant to long-range planning, including land use forecasting models, population synthesis tools, and others. This role will also involve working with internal and external stakeholders to prioritize feature development and bug fixes for these tools. Finally, this role will include mentoring staff in technical development, representing MTC before a variety of groups, agencies, organizations, elected officials, and the public, requiring the ability to communicate effectively about technical topics with non-technical stakeholders; and performing other job related duties as required. 

Responsibilities
The development and release of future versions of MTC’s modeling tools, including:

• Implementing or updating features
• Managing a consultant team in model development and network development tools. This includes reviewing pull requests and deliverables; project and budget management; discussing and resolving budget issues with appropriate staff and responsible agencies; negotiating, preparing and administering contracts, proposals, task orders and agreements.
• Model calibration, validation and documentation
• Presenting Model Development progress and features to stakeholders within the agency and with agency partners.

The Superior Court of California in San Mateo County is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Court Senior Accountant – Exempt.

Under direction the Senior Accountant plans, oversees, coordinates, and monitors a significant accounting functional area in the Court’s Finance Office.  The Senior Accountant may assign, direct, review, and evaluate the work of accounting professional and support staff and will perform complex professional accounting work. 

The Senior Accountant is either the supervisory and/or the advanced specialist level in the professional accountant series. Incumbents in this class exercise a high degree of independent judgment on diverse and specialized projects and have significant accountability and ongoing decision making associated with their work. Incumbents may identify and implement full accounting systems, initiate modifications to fiscal recordkeeping systems, make projections of revenues and expenditures, and participate in the budgeting process.  Senior Accountants model a culture of transparency, accuracy, and clarity in all matters of the Court.

The ideal candidate will have:

• The ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with staff in the Superior Court and County Departments, and with external stakeholders.
• Experience in day-to-day governmental accounting and reporting. 
• Experience supervising fiscal staff.
• Experience with project management.
• The ability to identify and implement process improvements.
• The ability to work independently, problem solve, and exercise sound judgment within established guidelines.

Examples Of Duties

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

• Provide direction, supervision, training, and work review to and evaluation of assigned professional and fiscal support staff on a project or ongoing basis.
• Provide input into staff selection decisions and disciplinary matters.
• Prepare and maintain control and subsidiary accounting records involving a variety of transactions and accounts and prepare trial balances and financial reports.
• Coordinate and calculate month-end and year-end closings.
• Prepare journal entries and periodic reconciliations of general ledger, journal, subsidiary accounts, and bank statements. 
• Compile and prepare financial statements, general and subsidiary ledgers, and supporting schedules and maintain expenditure and budgetary control accounts.
• Review, analyze, and adjust budgets for Court funds.
• Maintain varied departmental cost accounting records, disbursing funds to various accounts and/or billings for reimbursement as required.
• Provide technical support to internal auditors and governmental program auditors.
• Apportion monies, including secured, unsecured, impounded, redeemed, and other taxes.
• Review and claim for referral of tax, grant, or other monies and prepare claims for reimbursement from various State or funding agencies and/or programs.
• Analyze programs and legislation to determine fiscal and budgetary impact and prepare budgetary appropriation transfers and supplemental budgets.
• Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures and upon approval, implement new or modified systems and procedures.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education Requirement:

This classification requires the successful completion of a minimum of twelve semester units of college level accounting coursework. 

Experience and Education:

In addition to the required 12 semester units of college level accounting coursework, any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skills is:

• Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, business administration, or a closely related field and one year of journey level accounting experience. 

Knowledge of:

• Basic supervisory principles and practices.
• Principles, practices, and terminology of general, fund, and governmental accounting.
• Principles and practices of business data processing, particularly as related to the processing of accounting information.
• Principles of public finance.
• Applicable laws regulating public fiscal operations.
• Budgeting principles and terminology.
• Auditing and financial reconciliation principles and methods.

Skill/Ability to:

• Plan, direct, review, and evaluate the work of assigned staff.
• Train others in work procedures.
• Review, analyze, post, balance, interpret, and reconcile complex financial data and accounts.
• Develop and implement accounting systems and procedures.
• Verify the accuracy of financial data and information.
• Ensure proper authorization and documentation for disbursements.
• Interpret and apply complex financial procedures and legal documents.
• Exercise sound independent judgment within established policy guidelines.
• Prepare and direct the preparation of clear, concise, and complete financial reports and statements, audit reports, and audit work papers.
• Make accurate mathematical and statistical calculations.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Application/Examination

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current employees of the Superior Court of California in the County of San Mateo with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in classified regular, probationary, extra-help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score.

The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questionnaire. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%), which may include a writing exercise or brief accounting exam given before the interview.

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. All 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 apply at https://jobs.smcgov.org/. 

Responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted in addition to the standard County employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required application materials.  Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. 

Recruitment Schedule (Tentative)

Final Filing Date: June 8, 2026, at 11:59 PM

Application Screening: June 16-18, 2026

Combined Civil Service and Departmental Panel Interviews: July 7 and/or 8, 2026

About San Mateo County 
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.
    
The Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity to ensure all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The Court seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply.

The Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer. We seek to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community.

Note: The Human Resources Department of the County of San Mateo is conducting this recruitment on behalf of the Superior Court.   This position is with the Superior Court of California in San Mateo County. 

Analyst: Chet Overstreet (05232026) (Court Senior Accountant - Exempt – X003)

Are you skilled in public budgeting and financial planning? Do you thrive in roles where your analysis shapes multimillion-dollar decisions? The County Executive’s Office is seeking a Management Analyst to join the Office of Budget, Policy & Performance — a team at the core of the County’s budgetary operations and strategic planning.

This is more than a budget job — it's an opportunity to build technical expertise, lead high-impact projects, and work closely with County leadership. The position is open to both external candidates as a Limited Term position and current County employees through a Work-Out-of-Class assignment (up to 18 months).

This is a Limited-Term position. Limited-term positions are full-time, fully benefited, temporary positions.  The current position is funded for up to 18 months and could extend longer depending on the department’s needs.  Limited Term employees receive medical and dental benefits, like regular employees, and a defined contribution retirement plan (401-A).  

Information for current County employees: Current and regular County of San Mateo employees who are interested in this assignment must submit application materials and compete in the selection process. If you are successful in the selection process and are being considered for the assignment, HR will work directly with you and/or your department for options. Please note there is no guarantee that you will be allowed by your department to rotate into this assignment nor is your department obligated to allow you to take on this assignment. The salary range for this position is "as is" and non-negotiable.

Note: The eligible list generated from this recruitment will be used to fill this vacancy and may be used to fill future extra-help, limited term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.

ABOUT THE UNIT

The Budget, Policy & Performance (BPP) unit manages the County’s $5 billion budget, oversees performance reporting, coordinates fiscal policy, and leads strategic initiatives across departments. Analysts are deeply involved in building the County’s operating and capital budgets from the ground up, gathering data, consulting with departments, evaluating requests, and helping shape budget strategy.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

This position provides substantial exposure to the highest levels of County decision-making. Analysts who succeed in this role often advance to leadership roles in budget offices, department finance teams, and policy units. Additional opportunities include:

• Leadership training and mentorship programs.
• Rotations through special project areas.
• Involvement in high-profile fiscal strategy and transformation efforts.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Budget Development and Creation

• Collaborate with assigned departments to build detailed annual and mid-cycle operating and capital budgets.
• Provide departments with guidance on budget assumptions, salary and benefits projections, and cost containment strategies.
• Analyze revenue forecasts, expenditure plans, and fund balances to ensure accurate, balanced budgets.
• Draft budget documents, schedules, narrative justifications, and presentations for leadership and the Board of Supervisors.
• Monitor departmental compliance with budget policy, timelines, and reporting standards.
• Support the County’s transition to enhanced or new budget platforms and tools.

Fiscal Policy and System Support

• Lead or contribute to major budget system administration efforts, including testing, implementation, training, and troubleshooting.
• Maintain accuracy and consistency of budget data across departments using a variety of systems and Excel-based tools.
• Use financial models and data visualization to highlight trends, risks, and opportunities.

Strategic and Analytical Work

• Evaluate fiscal implications of department proposals and develop funding recommendations.
• Produce reports, dashboards, and decision packages that support executive decision-making.
• Support capital planning, resource allocation, and long-term financial forecasting.
• Conceive of and execute analytical projects for County Executives and the Board of Supervisors.

Performance and Project Management

• Track program and policy performance across departments to ensure alignment with fiscal priorities.
• Coordinate and manage special projects, including the Children, Youth & Family Budget, Youth Commission, Lean improvement initiatives, and Measure K funding allocations.
• Engage with stakeholders at all levels to implement policy and funding strategies.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Has direct experience in public budget development and preparation, including salary projections, multi-year forecasting, and funding analysis, finance, and/or accounting or an interest in and aptitude for these types of work.
• Understands financial systems and tools and can apply them to drive clarity and efficiency.
• Is a strong communicator who can translate technical findings into actionable recommendations.
• Seeks to grow into leadership roles in finance, operations, or public administration.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying, unless otherwise specified. A typical way to qualify is: 

• A bachelor’s degree in public administration, business, finance, political science, or related field plus three years of analyst experience; OR
• A master’s degree in the same fields plus one year of analyst experience; OR
• Five years of progressively responsible analyst experience in a public or nonprofit agency.

Knowledge of

• Public budgeting and financial management processes in government.
• Financial reporting, cost accounting, and multi-year forecasting.
• ERP or similar systems, Excel modeling, and data presentation tools.
• Local government operations and interdepartmental coordination.

Skill/Ability to

• Independently manage the full lifecycle of departmental budget development.
• Interpret and explain complex financial information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Work collaboratively with department fiscal officers, executives, and elected officials.
• Prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive budget documents and reports.
• Adapt to evolving budget systems and processes.

Application/Examination

This is an Open recruitment.  Anyone may apply. 

To apply, submit:

• The County of San Mateo Employment Application
• A Cover Letter expressing your interest in the position 
• Responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire located at the end of the Employment Application

The examination process will consist of an Application Screening (weight: pass/fail), and a Panel Interview (weight: 100%).  Applicants must successfully pass the Application Screening to move forward to the interview.  Candidates must successfully pass the interview to be placed on the eligible (hiring) list. 

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. All 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 http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply.

RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Final Filing Date: June 12, 2026, at 11:59 PM

Application Screening: June 16-18, 2026

Panel Interviews: June 29 and/or 30, 2026

San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities. 

As an employer, the County of San Mateo is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.

The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels.

Contact: Chet Overstreet, Analyst (05232026) (Management Analyst – D181)

DEFINITION

Responsible for the day-to-day responsibilities related to municipal traffic operations within the Town of Danville. Perform a variety of professional and technical level traffic and transportation engineering tasks, including traffic system planning, design and operation, and traffic control systems.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction from the Transportation Manager.  May exercise supervision over additional professional, technical and/or support staff as assigned. 

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Essential duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Conduct technical and administrative work in the functional areas of traffic operations, Downtown area, residential parking, and transportation planning and design.
• Manage the Town’s traffic signal and traffic control devices network in conjunction with the Transportation Manager.
• Serve as the public interface for matters related to traffic safety and circulation; develop and implement solutions with creative and professional use of acceptable traffic engineering standards. 
• Prepare traffic studies related to local traffic circulation and review traffic studies generated through the development review process, as directed.
• Review civil and public improvements plans for transportation related infrastructure.
• Review collision reports and prepare and maintain collision diagrams.
• Conduct and maintain Traffic and Engineering Surveys.
• Review and comment on traffic signal plans and assist with oversight of traffic signal construction and modifications, as directed.
• Work in collaboration with traffic signal maintenance personnel to manage and troubleshoot issues related to traffic signal operations/equipment and electronic traffic control devices.
• Monitor traffic signal network operations through the Town’s centralized traffic signal monitoring system.
• Serve as project manager for transportation-related Capital Improvement Projects and studies, as directed.
• Conduct special research projects, including compiling and analyzing information; develop recommendations on courses of action; deliver concise, effective presentations to the Town Council, Town Commissions and members of the public.
• Coordinate with Police Department personnel to respond to public concerns related to traffic safety and circulation and parking.
• Provide staff support to other departments, boards, and commissions as directed.
• Coordinate with regional transportation agencies on transportation projects and funding opportunities, as directed.
• Maintain current program content on Town websites.
• Prepare and manage professional services contracts.
• Research and stay current on traffic engineering and transportation planning regulations, practices and technology.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Fundamentals of traffic engineering inclusive of multi-modal transportation applications and practices.
• Signs and pavement markings standards; intersection and roadway capacity practices; intersection design; residential street design and traffic control.
• Transportation impact study elements and preparation processes; traffic signal operations; on‑ and off‑street parking standards; traffic control devices; and pavement management.
• GIS, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office and general software applications.
• Traffic engineering-related software such as Synchro/SimTraffic, HCS, and Crossroads is preferred.

Ability to:

• Interpret plans and specifications; some GIS knowledge.
• Research and stay current on traffic engineering and transportation planning regulations, practices and technology.
• Prepare clear and concise written reports and correspondence, deliver presentations before the Town Council and members of the public, and facilitate meetings.
• Design and review traffic control plans.
• Establish and maintain effective professional working relationships with fellow employees and outside agencies in a team approach and the public.
• Work a varied schedule, including evenings and/or weekends, as needed.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

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

Experience:

Five (5) years of increasingly responsible full-time experience or eight (8) years of part-time experience in traffic engineering, or closely related field, including drafting, surveying, and other specialized traffic training, licensure, etc. Background in transportation, planning, transportation engineering, or public administration in a community development environment is desirable. Public sector experience preferred. 

Education:

An Associate degree in transportation planning, transportation engineering, or closely related field. 

LICENSE(S) AND CERTIFICATION(S)

Possession of a valid California State Driver's License, or license in another state with the ability to obtain a California license within 30 days of hire. Professional Engineer, Professional Traffic Operations Engineer, or California Traffic Engineers license is preferred. Valid Construction Zone Safety Certification. Valid Signs and Markings Certification.

FLSA DISCLAIMER  

This classification has been designated as Exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Employees in this classification are not entitled to overtime compensation for hours worked in excess of (37.5) hours per week or in accordance with applicable state and local wage and hour laws.  

AT-WILL EMPLOYMENT DISCLAIMER  

Employment with the Town of Danville is at-will and may be terminated at any time by the employee or the Town, with or without cause and with or without notice, subject to applicable provisions of the Town’s personnel policies, and applicable law. This job description is not intended to be an employment agreement or contract.  

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) ACCOMMODATION  

Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application, testing, or selection process, or to perform the essential functions of the job, should contact the Town of Danville Human Resources Division. The Town is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws.  

Position Summary

Under general direction of the Director of Budget & Financial Analysis, performs complex financial, analytical, and administrative work supporting the District’s capital grant and accounting programs. Responsibilities include capital planning and budgeting, grant administration, financial reporting, and compliance. This role ensures accurate accounting, strong internal controls, and effective coordination of audits and regulatory reporting to support delivery of the District’s capital program.

Essential Responsibilities

• Develops and manages the preparation of the District’s annual capital budget, including project solicitation, review, and analysis of costs, schedules, and funding sources 
• Performs complex financial analyses, account reconciliations, and journal entries across multiple accounting areas, including capital assets and grants 
• Manages federal and state grant billing and reporting, including FFR preparation and restricted funding reconciliations 
• Maintains the District’s long-range capital and fixed asset plans, including project budgets, cash flow projections, and depreciation schedules 
• Monitors revenue recognition processes and strengthens internal controls 
• Supports full lifecycle grant administration, including funding strategy, applications, reporting, and fund tracking 
• Prepares and coordinates regulatory reports with regional, state, and federal agencies, including the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) Regional Transportation Plan (RTP), Regional Transit Capital Inventory (RTCI), Program of Projects (POP), Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), Transit Asset Management (TAM), National Transit Database (NTD), Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), State Controller’s Office (SCO), and Indirect Cost Rate Plan (ICRP) 
• Supports internal and external audits, including financial statement audits, Single Audits, and federal compliance reviews 
• Develops financial forecasts, cost projections, and variance analyses for capital programs 

• Evaluates and enhances internal control procedures related to capital grants and accounting 
• Represents the District with external stakeholders, as needed 
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with District employees, customers, vendors, and others contacted in the course of work while demonstrating excellent customer service principles 
• Performs additional related duties as assigned 
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance and performance