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The City of Livermore is currently conducting a recruitment to fill two Landscape Maintenance Specialist positions in the Maintenance Division of the Public Works Department.  This is an advanced journey level classification and requires specialized knowledge in irrigation, contract monitoring, and arborist responsibilities.

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Under general supervision, the Landscape Maintenance Specialist performs landscape inspection work; performs a variety of skilled irrigation operations and repair work; monitors contracts to ensure work completion meets contract requirements; responds to a variety of citizen requests and/or complaints; prepares detailed reports; reviews and makes recommendations on tree removal permits; and performs other duties as assigned.

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for a Deputy Director of Community Development and Services Agency - Planning Department. The incumbent will Assist the Community Development and Services Agency (CDSA) Director in planning, organizing and administering the work in the programs and activities of the Planning Department. Implementation and management of the strategic plan and performance management in a manner that supports CDSA program development and decision-making; act as a liaison with other County departments and agencies that have a regulatory or shared interest in service provision with CDSA; and perform related duties as assigned.  

Examples of Duties:

• Provide day-to-day supervision over assigned divisions, programs, and special support functions.  
• Manage, plan, organize, administer, review and evaluate the activities of assigned CDSA staff and contract staff through subordinate levels of supervision; evaluate program effectiveness and modify accordingly.  
• Assist in developing and directing the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for assigned functional areas of CDSA; implement policy and procedural changes as required.  
• Assist in the development of funding sources and oversee the submission of grant applications and the administration of grants, including the timely submission of required program, audit and financial reports. 
• Direct the preparation and administration of multiple budgets for assigned functional areas of CDSA. 
• Interpret laws and regulations and resolve complex administrative and service provision problems within the required laws, regulations and standards.  
• Monitor changes in laws, regulations, programs and techniques in all functional areas; evaluate their effect upon CDSA activities; recommend and implement policy and procedural changes as appropriate.
• Prepare and direct the preparation of a wide variety of analytical and statistical reports on behalf of CDSA for county management, governmental agencies, community partners, and private organizations; make presentations to the County Administrator, CDSA Director, Board of Supervisors and other agencies; represent the County in meetings with individual and groups.   

First Review of Applications

The first review of applications is June 3, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. (PST).  This recruitment may close without notice after this date so interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. A resume, response to the writing prompt, 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.

Writing Prompt

Scenario: You are a Management Analyst in the City Manager’s Office tasked with researching and analyzing policies relevant to homeless services and mitigation practices.

In March 2024, California passed Proposition 1. Proposition 1 authorizes $6.4 billion in bonds to pay for major projects such as housing for veterans and mental health, drug, and/or alcohol facilities.  Proposition 1 will also shift how revenue from the 1% tax on income above $1 million is spent under the law. Proposition 1 renames the Mental Health Services Act (2004) to the Behavioral Health Services Act and expands its purpose to include substance use disorders, including for persons without a mental illness.

The City of Fremont’s Homelessness Response Team is drafting a Homelessness Response Plan for Fremont. The Team will be presenting the plan to City Council in May 2024 for study and potential adoption.

Candidate Task: Draft a memorandum addressing Proposition 1 and its potential impact on the City’s Fremont Homelessness Response Planning strategies. Please include:

• Proposition 1’s possible fiscal impacts
• Recommended changes to Strategy 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 in the Fremont Homelessness Response Planning

Resources:

Fremont’s Homelessness Response Planning

City of Fremont 2022 Homeless Point-In-Time Count & Survey

City of Fremont Homelessness Response Website

Selection Process
The process may include individual and/or panel interviews, professional reference checks, fingerprint check for criminal history 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. 

Please see the Management Analyst I and Management Analyst II job specifications for the full job descriptions.

Salary Range is $150,000- $225,000 negotiable; likely starting salary in the $180,000 to $200,000 range. 

The City Manager is the administrative head of the government of the City. Under the direction and control of the City Council, the City Manager is responsible for ensuring that the policy directions set forth by the City Council are carried out and the day-to-day operations of the City government run smoothly.

Some of the duties of the City Manager include:

• Plan, coordinate and direct the work of City departments; oversee community and economic development activities; organize public improvement projects and programs; develop and prepare administrative policies, procedures and work standards to ensure that the goals and objectives of the City are met and that mandated services are provided in an effective, efficient and economical manner.
• Oversee and monitor the City budget and provide information regarding the City's financial condition and needs to the City Council.
• Represent the City in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups and various businesses, professional, educational, regulatory and legislative organizations; act as the City liaison.
• Prepare the agenda for all regular, special or adjourned meetings of the City Council.
• Execute contracts authorized or approved by the City Council.
• Personnel and organizational responsibilities include selection, training, professional development and work evaluation of City staff; oversee the implementation of effective employee relations and related programs; oversees the City's risk management program; provide policy guidance and interpretation to staff; recommend reorganization efforts to meet the needs of the City; implement policy and procedural changes as required.

The City of Berkeley invites you to apply for the position of Supervising Librarian at the Berkeley Public Library! In this role, you will be responsible for the administration and maintenance of the physical facility, supervision of professional, technical, and support staff, and providing reference and reader advisory services for the public. You will also represent Berkeley Public Library in meetings with the public, citizen groups, and other agencies.

This recruitment will create an eligible list that will be used by various Library divisions to fill future temporary and/or career positions in the next 12 months.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this classification is:
Equivalent to graduation from college or university with a Master's degree in Library Science and three (3) years of experience as a professional librarian. Progressively responsible related experience may be substituted for the college coursework on a year-for-year basis.

Other requirements include the ability to travel to various locations within and outside the City of Berkeley to meet the program's needs and to fulfill the job responsibilities. When driving on City business, maintenance of a valid California driver's license and satisfactory driving record is required. Must be able to work evenings and weekends.

In addition to the qualifications above, the ideal candidate will have lead or supervisory experience.

The City of Berkeley invites you to apply for the position of Librarian I at the Berkeley Public Library! In this role, you will have the opportunity to plan and deliver programs to the public, perform outreach, collection management, and community engagement.

Specialty areas at the Central Library and branches include Adult, Teen, Children's Services, and Collection Services.

This recruitment will create an eligible list that will be used by the department to fill future temporary and/or career positions in the next 12 months. Full-time, part-time, and/or intermittent positions may be available.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this classification is:
Equivalent to graduation from a college or university with a Master's degree in Library Science. Progressively responsible related experience may be substituted for the college course work on a year-for-year basis.

A valid California driver's license is desirable. When driving on City business, the incumbent is required to maintain a valid California driver's license as well as a satisfactory driving record. Must be able to work evenings and weekends.

THE POSITIONS

Under direct supervision, the Public Service Assistant II will perform litter/trash pick-up, barbeque maintenance, leaf/debris pick-up, and miscellaneous park duties in Central Park and other community parks.  The Public Service Assistant II will also perform related duties as assigned.
 
WORK SCHEDULE

The positions work up to a full-time schedule of 40 hours per week and may be required to work a regular shift that includes evening and weekend hours. These temporary assignments are limited to 999 hours per fiscal year (July 1 - June 30).
 
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

- Pick up and remove trash and litter from various City of Fremont parks
- Maintain park barbeques
- Leaf/debris cleanup
- Perform other related duties as assigned.