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The Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo is seeking highly qualified candidates for the position of Court Facilities Manager.

Under the general direction of the Court Human Resources Director, the Facilities Manager oversees all operational, maintenance, and project management functions for the Court’s facilities. This position is responsible for ensuring the safety, functionality, and efficiency of Court buildings and related infrastructure through strategic planning, contract management, and compliance with applicable building codes and regulations.

The Facilities Manager serves as the Court’s subject matter expert in facilities management, building systems, capital improvement projects, and provides leadership in the development and implementation of long-term facility plans that support operational effectiveness and sustainability.

This hands-on position will interact with facilities and janitorial staff on a regular basis and will perform physical work and respond to calls.

This position functions at the management level and is distinguished by its responsibility for strategic oversight of facilities operations, maintenance, and safety programs. The incumbent exercises independent judgment and technical expertise in facilities planning, procurement, and compliance. The Court Facilities Manager exercises direct and indirect supervision over facilities, custodial, and maintenance personnel and oversees contractors, consultants, and vendors performing services for the Court.

Examples Of Duties

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

• Develop, manage, and monitor facilities-related contracts and procurement activities in compliance with state and local government regulations.
• Provide hands-on project management by planning, organizing, and directing the maintenance, repair, and operation of all Court facilities, including HVAC, electrical, mechanical, janitorial, plumbing, and security systems.
• Conduct regular onsite inspections of buildings, courtrooms, offices, and mechanical rooms to identify maintenance needs, safety issues, and facility deficiencies.
• Perform or assist with basic building and furniture repairs, including assembling workstations, adjusting or repairing chairs, fixing door hardware, patching drywall, replacing ceiling tiles, and troubleshooting office equipment or environmental issues.
• Respond to urgent facilities issues – such as water leaks, electrical problems, access issues, heating/cooling failures, or safety hazards – by assessing the situation and either performing immediate corrective action or coordinating vendor response.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance and capital improvement programs aligned with organizational priorities.
• Apply facilities management principles to assess and improve space utilization, building performance, and workflow efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, OSHA, Cal-OSHA, ADA, fire, and safety standards through regular walkthroughs, documentation, and corrective follow-up.
• Coordinate and oversee construction, renovation, and relocation projects from design through completion, including hands-on support with furniture installation, cubicle layout adjustments, moving equipment, and preparing spaces for staff use.
• Conduct ergonomic evaluations for staff, including adjusting chairs, desks, and equipment; making recommendations for ergonomic accessories; and physically demonstrating or installing corrective adjustments.
• Provide hands-on support during office moves by coordinating movers, ensuring proper placement of furniture, reconnecting basic equipment, and verifying that spaces are functional and safe.
• Develop and manage budgets for facilities operations, maintenance, and capital projects; monitor expenditures and forecast future resource needs.
• Lead project planning, including defining scope, schedules, budgets, and performance metrics; track progress using project management methodologies.
• Serve as liaison to the Judicial Council of California, County of San Mateo, and other agencies on matters related to facilities maintenance and capital improvements.
• Prepare and present reports, recommendations, and strategic plans to executive management.
• Promote a culture of safety and sustainability; monitor regulatory changes and update procedures accordingly.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate the work of assigned staff and ensure effective coordination among maintenance, custodial, security, and administrative teams.
• Maintain project statuses with vendors and ensure timely completion of facilities-related projects on behalf of the Superior Court.
• Perform physical facilities work as needed, including lifting/moving equipment, transporting supplies, climbing ladders, inspecting areas with limited access, conducting safety walkthroughs, and assisting during emergencies or high-priority tasks.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Final Filing Date: Thursday, December 4, 2025, by 11:59 PM PST

Application Screening: December 8-9, 2025

Combined Civil Service and Departmental Panel Interview: December 16 and/or 17, 2025

For more information and to apply, please visit: 

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cupertino

The City Attorney's Office
The City Attorney’s Office provides legal advice to all City Departments, the City Council and all Boards and Commissions. In addition, the City Attorney’s Office provides risk management services through the Risk Management Division. 

The Position 
The Paralegal position is responsible for the preparation and management of complex legal documents and performs specialized legal administrative services at the direction of the professional staff in the City Attorney's office. The Paralegal works independently within prescribed guidelines and protocol to plan, organize, and complete assignments, which are reviewed upon completion. The ideal candidate is meticulous and detail-oriented, with a strong work ethic and a collaborative mindset. They are industrious, adaptable, and eager to learn new skills to support team and organizational goals. They consistently maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with integrity. In addition, the individual will be resourceful, innovative and possess strong customer service skills to communicate in a professional and effective manner both verbally and in writing. The ability to be flexible, sensible and respectful while working in a diverse environment is critical.

Application Deadline
The application deadline is December 1, 2025, at 5:00 PM (PT). This recruitment may close without notice after this date so interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. A resume and supplemental questionnaire (part of the online application) must be submitted with the completed City application. To be considered for this outstanding employment opportunity, please complete an application online.

Selection Process
The process may include individual and/or panel interviews, written and/or in-basket exercise, professional reference checks, DOJ fingerprint check, and other related components. Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process. 

Reasonable Accommodation
Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling (510) 494-4660 or emailing humanresources@fremont.gov.

Contact Us
For additional information, please contact Human Resources Department at: humanresources@fremont.gov.

The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

The City of Sunnyvale is seeking an effective and skilled communicator, and highly motivated problem solver for the position of Principal Transportation Engineer/Planner.  This management position reports directly to the Transportation and Traffic Manager in the Public Works Department and will be responsible for:  assisting with planning, organizing and coordinating the activities of the Division of Transportation and Traffic; and perform professional traffic engineering, transportation planning, designing, and project management.

This position will supervise a small team within the Division to accomplish specific tasks and high-level, community-oriented projects. Current projects include: East Channel Trail study; Mary Avenue Overcrossing over highways 101 and 237; Bernardo Avenue railroad undercrossing; Sunnyvale Avenue and Mary Avenue railroad grade separations, liaison with the County for the Lawrence Grade Separation project; and coordinating with VTA as part of the delivering Measure B transportation projects. The position will manage multiple consultant contracts and will be expected to coordinate and work closely with other staff within the Division and with staff within other departments such as Public Works, Community Development, Environmental Services, and Public Safety, and represent the City with outside agencies such as the Valley Transportation Authority, Caltrain, High Speed Rail, Caltrans, MTC, County of Santa Clara, and adjacent cities.

The position will focus on advancing the projects mentioned above, assist with oversight of the design and traffic signal operations, implementation of Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS); assist with the coordination of Division of Transportation and Traffic activities with other divisions and departments; oversee and assist with oversight of the grant application preparation, reporting, and management for transportation projects; assist with planning and coordinating division workload and budgets; creating and sustaining cooperative and collaborative working relationships across the City, with the development community, and residents; attend and present at public meetings/City Commissions; and provide assistance with highly complex traffic engineering work. We therefore, are looking for a candidate with strong analytical, technical and problem solving skills, who can prioritize and deliver results in a constantly changing environment, effectively communicate to various types of interested parties, and has the proven ability to establish effective working relationships with customers, co-workers, and vendors.

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package. A complete application consists of a City application and responses to the supplemental questionnaire.  The position opens Monday, November 17, 2025and final filing date is Monday, December 15, 2025 5:00 PM. For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on JOBS.

Salary:  Principal Transportation Engineer/Planner: $166,614 - $208,268 Annually

Ready to make a real impact in Silicon Valley’s transportation future? Join Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA)'s Engineering and Program Delivery (EPD) Division as a Senior Transportation Engineer – Utilities and lead the planning and execution of major utility and transit infrastructure projects that keep our region moving.

What You'll Be Doing:
Definition
Under direction, to have charge of varied and difficult engineering work involving the supervision of a professional transportation engineering staff engaged in a variety of activities, such as the planning and design of transportation systems and facilities, the operation of transit systems, special studies or services, and other transportation projects.
 

Essential Job Functions:

Typical Tasks

• Supervises and directs projects in connection with the planning, design, construction, maintenance and operation of transportation systems including fixed guideways, highway transit, bicycle, airport, and other facilities;
• Supervises the design function, structural analyses and field surveys;
• Makes traffic engineering studies;
• Conducts transit planning and supervises the scheduling of transit operations;
• Supervises the preparation specifications and related documents used in advertising transportation projects for bids;
• Coordinates technical information exchanges with officials of other governmental jurisdictions, other transportation specialists and the public;
• Coordinates with utilities and land and water companies in matters of relocation and rights-of-ways;
• Coordinates legal assistance in the preparation of resolutions, agreements and other legal documents;
• Conducts special studies, and performs related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Employment Standards
Training and experience equivalent to graduation from college with major work in engineering and five years professional engineering experience on transportation systems or projects, including assignments which provided the opportunity to demonstrate supervisory abilities.

Registration as a professional engineer in the State of California in a field related to transportation engineering at the time of appointment.

Supplemental Information:

Knowledge of:

• Methods, materials and equipment used in the design, construction and operation of transportation systems and facilities;
• Transportation planning principles and the design and operation of public transit systems, computer model simulation techniques;
• Principles and practices of structural engineering;
• Principles of supervision and training.

Ability to:

• Plan, direct and supervise the work of others;
• Analyze engineering problems and work out effective solutions;
• Evaluate and monitor consultant performance;
• Make accurate engineering computations;
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

VTA’s Engineering and Program Delivery (EPD) Division is seeking a Senior Transportation Engineer for the Quality Assurance (QA) Group under the Technical Services Department.  

Quality Assurance Group: 
The QA Group supports all capital improvement programs for the Division during planning, design, procurement, construction and closeout phases of highway, rail, transit and facilities projects.  As a Senior Transportation Engineer, you will play an important role in ensuring delivery of quality products and services for the Division. It is the responsibility of the QA Group to ensure the development of each project’s Contract-specific Quality Management Plan (CQMP) and to conduct audits and surveillances, based on the approved CQMPs, to monitor and assure effective implementation. Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work with VTA staff, consultants and contractors, attention to detail and ability to lead the QA team with day-to-day activities are desirable skill sets.

What You'll be Doing: 
Definition
Under direction, to have charge of varied and difficult engineering work involving the supervision of a professional transportation engineering staff engaged in a variety of activities, such as the planning and design of transportation systems and facilities, the operation of transit systems, special studies or services, and other transportation projects.

Essential Job Functions:

Typical Tasks

• Supervises and directs projects in connection with the planning, design, construction, maintenance and operation of transportation systems including fixed guideways, highway transit, bicycle, airport, and other facilities;
• Supervises the design function, structural analyses and field surveys;
• Makes traffic engineering studies;
• Conducts transit planning and supervises the scheduling of transit operations;
• Supervises the preparation specifications and related documents used in advertising transportation projects for bids;
• Coordinates technical information exchanges with officials of other governmental jurisdictions, other transportation specialists and the public;
• Coordinates with utilities and land and water companies in matters of relocation and rights-of-ways;
• Coordinates legal assistance in the preparation of resolutions, agreements and other legal documents;
• Conducts special studies, and performs related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Employment Standards
Training and experience equivalent to graduation from college with major work in engineering and five years professional engineering experience on transportation systems or projects, including assignments which provided the opportunity to demonstrate supervisory abilities.

Registration as a professional engineer in the State of California in a field related to transportation engineering at the time of appointment.

Supplemental Information:

Knowledge of:

• Methods, materials and equipment used in the design, construction and operation of transportation systems and facilities;
• Transportation planning principles and the design and operation of public transit systems, computer model simulation techniques;
• Principles and practices of structural engineering;
• Principles of supervision and training.

Ability to:

• Plan, direct and supervise the work of others;
• Analyze engineering problems and work out effective solutions;
• Evaluate and monitor consultant performance;
• Make accurate engineering computations;
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

The City of Menlo Park is seeking a Public Works Supervisor - Facilities in the Maintenance Division of the Public Works department. The Maintenance Division provides many of the basic services that affect the daily lives of everyone who lives, works, visits and commutes within the City. The Maintenance Division provides support to all City departments and provides service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to address emergencies during non-working hours. The Maintenance Division is located in the City's Corporation Yard.

Under general direction, the Public Works Supervisor - Facilities plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, and reviews the work of facilities maintenance staff within the Public Works Facilities Maintenance Division; supervises, plans, coordinates, and reviews maintenance, repair, installation, alteration, and construction activities of City buildings and facilities; improves, maintains, remodels, and renovates City buildings, facilities, and fixtures, including carpentry, plumbing, lighting, and electrical trades areas; and provides responsible technical assistance to the Assistant Public Works Director - Maintenance. Positions at this level use considerable independence, initiative, and discretion within established guidelines. This class is distinguished from the Assistant Public Works Director - Maintenance in that the latter has management responsibility for all public works maintenance services and operations of the City.

A job description, including examples of typical job functions and qualifying knowledge, skills, and abilities, is available by clicking on the Job Description link.

The Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo is seeking highly qualified candidates for the position of Court Director of Finance. 

To view our online brochure, please click here.

Located in Redwood City, at the heart of Silicon Valley, the San Mateo Superior Court offers the best of both worlds—a mission-driven organization that values innovation, integrity, and impact. You will play a key role in shaping how justice is delivered in one of California’s most forward-thinking and community-centered courts.

Working as part of the court executive team, the Court Director of Finance (Director of Finance) will exercise managerial authority over the financial operations, oversee the budget, and look for ways to enhance the revenue of the Superior Court of California in San Mateo County.  In addition, the Director of Finance will develop, recommend, and implement departmental budgetary goals, policies, and objectives and will develop and implement dual (programmatic and cost center) budgetary, monitoring, and fiscal reporting systems to coordinate with the State budgetary and fiscal reporting systems. 

The Director of Finance will also coordinate financial activities with those of other local agencies and the State and will provide highly responsible and complex financial management support to the Court Executive Officer and related management staff.  Additionally, the Director of Finance will provide direct and indirect supervision over assigned professional, supervisory, technical, and clerical personnel.

The successful candidate is a strategic, innovative, and collaborative financial leader who thrives in a mission-driven environment. You bring a passion for service, a forward-looking mindset, and the ability to lead through change.

You will demonstrate:

• Strategic vision and the ability to anticipate fiscal challenges and opportunities.
• A participatory leadership style that fosters engagement, respect, and innovation.
• A results-oriented, approachable demeanor with a sense of humor and humility.
• The ability to develop and persuasively communicate the Court Executive Officer’s fiscal management vision and effectively motivate others to achieve that vision.
• Skill as a consensus builder who is firm, fair, and responsive, and is a tactful leader with excellent group facilitation skills.
• Demonstrated success implementing system improvements and automation initiatives to enhance financial efficiency and transparency.
• Skill in evaluating the operations of court divisions of various sizes, functions, and levels of complexity.
• Demonstrated success with automation and system upgrades.

Examples Of Duties

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

• Plan, develop, and oversee fiscal management, budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting functions for the Court.
• Provide strategic policy direction for all financial activities and ensure integration with State budgetary and reporting systems.
• Monitor and analyze State and local legislation affecting court operations and develop responsive fiscal strategies.
• Direct and evaluate staff responsible for fiscal and accounting functions, including training, motivation, and performance management.
• Plan the development and implementation of the overall Court budget in coordination with operational divisions, prepare budgetary administrative information, and participate in forecasting additional funding requirements for programs, staffing, facilities, equipment, and materials.
• Oversee revenue collection, cost recovery, auditing, procurement, and contract administration.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance of financial statements, reports, and reimbursement claims.
• Oversee, prepare, and review the preparation of complex financial statements, reports, summaries, and reimbursement claims, and analyze and interpret financial information and statistical data for Court management, judicial officers, advisory committees, auditors, and related individuals and groups.
• Represent the Court administration in meetings with the State, judicial officers, County departments, other Superior Courts, and public and private organizations.
• Provide expert consultation to the Court Executive Officer and executive team on fiscal strategy, forecasting, and risk management.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Current Opportunities and Challenges

The Court is in an exciting phase of innovation and modernization including strengthening systems, enhancing transparency, and preparing for long-term fiscal sustainability.
Key initiatives include:

• Implementing financial systems to improve accuracy, efficiency, and insight.
• Expanding automation and data analytics to support executive decision-making.
• Aligning fiscal practices with evolving State funding models.
• Supporting capital project planning and long-term financial forecasting.

Qualifications

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

• Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting, auditing, economics, business, or public administration or a related discipline. A graduate degree in one of the above disciplines is preferred.
• Experience: Five years of increasingly responsible experience performing a wide variety of fiscal resource management in a public agency, at least two years of which were in an administrative or management capacity. Experience in a California Court setting is preferred.

Knowledge of:

• Legislation, policies, and procedures related to budgeting and financial reporting for the California Superior Courts, including public agency fund accounting and third-party reimbursement and claims payment practices.
• Fiscal resource administration, including planning, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, auditing, and related practices.
• Understanding of California court fiscal structures, fund accounting, and State reporting.
• Strong leadership and management capabilities, including staff development and performance management.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to foster innovation while maintaining compliance and stewardship of public funds.
• Strategic planning, process improvement, and fiscal policy development. Principles and practices of internal and external auditing.
• Techniques for communicating technical financial information to nontechnical operational staff.
• Manage effective financial systems, spreadsheets, and analytics tools.
• Methods for effectively communicating complex financial data to diverse audiences.

Skill/Ability to:

• Plan, organize, direct, review, and evaluate department-wide budgetary, fiscal reporting, and accounting operations for the Court.
• Coordinate and align local fiscal practices with State requirements.
• Analyze complex administrative and operational problems and implement effective solutions.
• Plan, oversee, train, motivate, review, and evaluate the work of supervisory, professional, technical, and clerical support staff.
• Interpret, evaluate, make complex decisions in accordance with, and explain complex laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Monitor, analyze, and recommend policy and procedure modification in accordance with State and local legislation.
• Negotiate agreement among groups and individuals with differing objectives.
• Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports and analyses.
• Communicate effectively in writing and verbally with internal and external stakeholders.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.

Total Rewards and Benefits

The Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo, offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to attract and retain top talent. We are proud to provide exceptional benefits that promote work-life balance, wellness, and financial security:

• Compensatory time accrued at 5 hours per bi-weekly pay period, which may be used for additional time off or eligible for yearly cashed out.
• Fully paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families.
  • San Mateo County administers benefits for the Superior Court and offers a variety of plan options. Please visit the Benefits At-A-Glance page on the County’s website for a summary of available benefit packages.
• Wellness and professional development programs designed to support your personal and professional growth. Most opportunities are offered during work hours and at no cost to you.
• Participation in the federal Social Security system, providing valuable retirement benefits based on your salary and years of service.
• CalPERS pension plan with optional deferred compensation programs for additional retirement savings.

• Generous leave programs including vacation, sick leave, and 14 paid holidays per year.
• Participation in Social Security and the CalPERS pension system, with optional deferred compensation programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Longevity pay.

Application / Examination
To apply, the following materials must be submitted using the County's online application system:

• County of San Mateo Employment Application Form
• Resume
• Cover Letter expressing your interest in the position and including responses to these four supplemental questions/ subject areas:

Budget Management and Fiscal Oversight
Describe your experience preparing and managing budgets for a judicial government or similar organization. Include the approximate size of the budgets, total staffing, and your specific responsibilities for budget development, monitoring, and reporting. 

Revenue Forecasting and Long-Range Planning
Discuss your experience developing revenue projections and long-range financial forecasts. Include examples of how you used forecasting to guide strategic decision-making or ensure fiscal sustainability.

Contracts and Procurement Management
Describe your experience overseeing contracts, purchasing, and procurement functions. Include examples of how you ensured compliance with public sector regulations, maintained fiscal accountability, and improved procurement efficiency or vendor performance.

Innovation and Operational Efficiency
Provide examples of innovative strategies or process improvements you have implemented to increase efficiency, enhance revenue, or modernize financial or administrative operations. Describe the impact of these initiatives on your organization.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Recruitment Opens: November 7, 2025

Final Filing Date: December 1, 2025, by 11:59 PM PST

Application Screening: December 3-4, 2025

Civil Service Panel Interview: December 16 and 17, 2025

The City Attorney’s Office seeks a collaborative public attorney with a proactive and service-oriented approach who is ready to put their expertise to use in a dynamic, fast-paced department. This position will work closely in partnership with the Community Development Department and the City Manager’s Economic Development Division, providing the selected individual opportunities to grow professionally through direct involvement in high-profile, multi-year projects that will have a positive, lasting impact on the community. Under the direction of the City Attorney, the Assistant City Attorney serves as a legal advisor, addresses complex legal issues, and works closely with assigned departments to advance projects while minimizing legal risk. They will be an exceptional problem-solver and critical thinker who can confidently analyze complex legal information and interpret grey areas. 

Please click on the links below to review the complete job brochure and apply for the position.

The City of Thousand Oaks has an excellent opportunity in the Facilities Division! We are seeking an organized and detail-oriented Assistant Analyst to assist with the overall planning, administration, and organizational needs of the Facilities Division services. The Facilities Division is responsible for the Civic Arts Plaza (City Hall & theaters), two libraries, and various other city locations.

The Assistant Analyst (Facilities) must possess excellent customer service and communication skills, be self-motivated, exercise discretion and independent judgment, and handle responsibilities with competence and professionalism.

Primary responsibilities:

• Serve as the main administrative point of contact for the division
• Assist with researching and obtaining quotes/proposals for vendors and suppliers
• Monitor and review service contracts and agreements, ensuring appropriate contracts are in place
• Assist with budget preparation, including collecting, tracking, and reconciling data
• Manage contract and vendor relationships
• Conduct research and prepare correspondence (such as staff reports) in support of facilities initiatives