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The City of San Mateo Community Development Department is accepting applications for a

Plan Checker I/II/Engineer

You’ll be joining a team of talented professionals in a dynamic, collaborative work environment dedicated to serving the San Mateo community. You will work alongside a team of focused and highly motivated professionals who use their talent to provide essential development review and inspection services to our residents and businesses on a daily basis. The Plan Checker I/II/Engineer is an exciting opportunity for a talented professional to join a great organization and make a valuable contribution to the Building Division within the Community Development Department. You can review the detailed job description for Plan Checker I/II/Engineer on the City’s website.

Depending upon class level and assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Review and examine construction documents, plans and specifications for one and two family, and multi-family residential, and basic commercial and industrial projects.
• Conduct plan checks on commercial and residential building structures; review structural calculations, fire resistance requirements, earthquake resistance and soils engineering. Conducts plan checks for commercial buildings to be remodeled and/or altered.
• Confer over the phone or in person with homeowners, builders, engineers, contractors, architects and the public to give information and interpret building codes and regulations and permit requirements; recommends necessary changes to obtain compliance with applicable building and zoning codes and regulations.
• Review corrected plans for conformity with requirements; ensures that proper building permit requirements are met.
• Receive and assess fees for new development and construction projects.  Issue and process building permit applications.
• Maintain records of incoming plans and those completed.
• Conduct field inspections as required. Make on‑site construction inspections on occasion, when required to confirm that construction complies with approved plans and specifications.
• Coordinate plan check activities with other City departments and with outside agencies.
• Initiate appropriate action to enforce code compliance.
• Prepare reports and written correspondence to architects, engineers, contractors and others related to the correction of plans and engineering detail.
• Confer with building inspectors on building‑related problems arising in the field during construction.
• Coordinate construction plans examination processes with those of other City departments and units.
• Monitor changes and legislation pertaining to assigned work; investigate new materials and substitute materials, and new methods of structural design; recommend appropriate changes in the building codes and regulations to the Deputy Building Official.
• Assist in staffing the public counter; issue building permits as required.  Maintain accurate records and write reports regarding the work as required.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Apply by Monday, March 23, 2020 for first consideration

THE POSITION:

The Library and Recreation Department (Library Division) is seeking a part-time (64% FTE) Library Assistant I. The incumbent in this position will perform a variety of responsible library work related to the circulation of materials and assist patrons in the use of the library. The Library Assistant I will perform a variety of duties related to the loaning, return, shelving and monitory of Library materials. 

This position performs the following essential job duties:

• Processes returned materials and prepares them for re-shelving.
• Assists patrons in person and by telephone, provides information, and refers reference and other specialized questions to appropriate staff.
• Sorts books and related materials according to alphabetical, numerical, and categorical systems.
• Collects, stacks, shelves and re-shelves library materials.
• Maintains logs and records, conducts routine and special surveys and tabulation of usage of materials, patron demographics, and related information.
• Locates and furnishes reserve/closed stack materials for patrons.
• Places holds, reserves materials, and notifies patrons of availability.
• Verifies proper shelf arrangement of books and filing of identification and catalog cards, researches missing materials.
• Calculates and collects fees and fines, operates cash register, makes change, counts, and balances cash drawer.
• Uses on-line system to maintain current patron information and monitor fines and fees due.
• Uses on-line computer system to place interlibrary loan requests and to create temporary records of loaned materials.
• Maintains current patron information and monitors fines and fees due.
• Processes, copy catalogs, and inputs information into online databases.
• Operates and performs basic operator maintenance of PC and related software, typewriter, photocopiers and related standard library equipment.
• May assign and coordinate work assignment(s) of volunteer or part-time help.
• Recruits, interviews, tests, hires, and trains pages.
• Prepares library materials for circulation.
• Adds and updates information in the library’s online database.
• Performs basic copy cataloging using OCLC and other computer software.
• Uses OCLC to place interlibrary loan requests.
• Performs related duties as required.

To be eligible for this position, you must have knowledge of:

• Basic office practices and procedures, including the operation of standard office equipment.
• Alphabetical, numerical and topical filing systems.
• Material organization and structure of libraries, including categories of materials and general arrangement.
• Basic arithmetic.
• Library technical services terminology and equipment including on-line databases.

To be eligible for this position, you must have the ability to:

• Sort and organize materials in alphabetical, numerical, and topical order.
• Deal tactfully and effectively with the wide variety of library users.
• Maintain logs and records.
• Type at a speed required by the department.
• Operate modern office equipment including a PC and related software.
• Operate modern library equipment.
• Make arithmetical calculations involving addition and multiplication.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Use online computer system to issue cards, books, etc.
• Work weekends and holidays.
• Climb, stoop and crawl to place and reach books; lift up to 50 pounds; push loaded book carts.

LANGUAGE/MATHEMATICAL/REASONING SKILLS:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Equivalent to graduation from high school.
• Course work or practical experience in complex filing and recordkeeping systems is desirable.
• Spanish speaking preferred, but not required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in indoor conditions and regularly works near video display.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application.  The examination process may include the following:  application appraisal and oral board interview examination.  The passing point for the oral board examination final score will be 70%.  Note:  Prior to appointment, candidate must pass a pre-employment physical, background check, driving record, and fingerprinting.   To file an application, go to:  www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “San Rafael”.  Follow this link to submit your application:   https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-19988886

Reasonable Accommodation:  The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations in the exam process to accommodate disabled applicants.  If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (415) 485-3474 before the test date.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.  Such accommodations must be requested by the applicant. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Apply by Monday, March 23, 2020 for first consideration

THE POSITION:

The Library and Recreation Department (Library Division) is seeking a part-time (53.3% FTE) Library

Assistant I. The incumbent in this position will perform a variety of responsible library work related to the circulation of materials and assist patrons in the use of the library. The Library Assistant I will perform a variety of duties related to the loaning, return, shelving and monitory of Library materials. 

This position performs the following essential job duties:

• Processes returned materials and prepares them for re-shelving.
• Assists patrons in person and by telephone, provides information, and refers reference and other specialized questions to appropriate staff.
• Sorts books and related materials according to alphabetical, numerical, and categorical systems.
• Collects, stacks, shelves and re-shelves library materials.
• Maintains logs and records, conducts routine and special surveys and tabulation of usage of materials, patron demographics, and related information.
• Locates and furnishes reserve/closed stack materials for patrons.
• Places holds, reserves materials, and notifies patrons of availability.
• Verifies proper shelf arrangement of books and filing of identification and catalog cards, researches missing materials.
• Calculates and collects fees and fines, operates cash register, makes change, counts, and balances cash drawer.
• Uses on-line system to maintain current patron information and monitor fines and fees due.
• Uses on-line computer system to place interlibrary loan requests and to create temporary records of loaned materials.
• Maintains current patron information and monitors fines and fees due.
• Processes, copy catalogs, and inputs information into online databases.
• Operates and performs basic operator maintenance of PC and related software, typewriter, photocopiers and related standard library equipment.
• May assign and coordinate work assignment(s) of volunteer or part-time help.
• Recruits, interviews, tests, hires, and trains pages.
• Prepares library materials for circulation.
• Adds and updates information in the library’s online database.
• Performs basic copy cataloging using OCLC and other computer software.
• Uses OCLC to place interlibrary loan requests.
• Performs related duties as required.

To be eligible for this position, you must have knowledge of:

• Basic office practices and procedures, including the operation of standard office equipment.
• Alphabetical, numerical and topical filing systems.
• Material organization and structure of libraries, including categories of materials and general arrangement.
• Basic arithmetic.
• Library technical services terminology and equipment including on-line databases.

To be eligible for this position, you must have the ability to:

• Sort and organize materials in alphabetical, numerical, and topical order.
• Deal tactfully and effectively with the wide variety of library users.
• Maintain logs and records.
• Type at a speed required by the department.
• Operate modern office equipment including a PC and related software.
• Operate modern library equipment.
• Make arithmetical calculations involving addition and multiplication.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Use online computer system to issue cards, books, etc.
• Work weekends and holidays.
• Climb, stoop and crawl to place and reach books; lift up to 50 pounds; push loaded book carts.

LANGUAGE/MATHEMATICAL/REASONING SKILLS:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Equivalent to graduation from high school.
• Course work or practical experience in complex filing and recordkeeping systems is desirable.
• Spanish speaking preferred, but not required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in indoor conditions and regularly works near video display.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application.  The examination process may include the following:  application appraisal and oral board interview examination.  The passing point for the oral board examination final score will be 70%.  Note:  Prior to appointment, candidate must pass a pre-employment physical, background check, driving record, and fingerprinting.   To file an application, go to:  www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “San Rafael”.  Follow this link to submit your application:   https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-19988862

Reasonable Accommodation:  The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations in the exam process to accommodate disabled applicants.  If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (415) 485-3474 before the test date.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.  Such accommodations must be requested by the applicant. 

SEEKING A HIGHLY MOTIVATED SENIOR PLANNER WHO LOVES PEOPLE AND THE LOCAL COMMUNITY, AND IS A SKILLED COLLABORATER 

The City of Sausalito seeks to fill one full-time vacancy for Senior Planner.  Under direction of the Community Development Director, the Senior Planner administers specified planning activities including current planning, zoning and subdivision ordinance, advanced planning and the General Plan; complex professional planning activities, such as serving as project manager for multifaceted development and land use applications and long-range policy planning projects including Zoning Ordinance and General Plan Amendments. This is a lead position in the Community Development Department and will participate in advanced, multi-department initiatives.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE will be a natural leader with keen emotional intelligence, able to navigate a variety of interpersonal situations with ease and integrate into the planning team with finesse.  The successful candidate will be able to mentor others within the planning unit and explain complicated planning issues in an easy to underStand manner.  

The Senior Planner also:

• Reviews applications for residential, commercial and other land use development; evaluates alternatives and conformance with City policies, ordinances, the General Plan and state and federal laws; prepares and presents staff reports to the Planning Commission and City Council regarding such applications;
• Serves as project manager for complex planning projects, including analyzing and evaluating site and architectural plans, performing technical review for project plans and applications and making recommendations;
• Manages consultant contacts including determining scope of work and budgets, tracking budgets and approving contract payments;
• Updates and creates long-range planning documents such as the City’s General Plan and other assigned plans; prepares modifications to specific General Plan elements;
• Serves as staff liaison for review boards, ad-hoc committees and elected officials, including providing technical advice and giving presentations;
• Confers with and provides information to property owners, contractors, developers, engineers architects and the public regarding conformance to standards, plans specifications and codes; explains codes, requirements and procedures and evaluates alternatives;
• Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service;
• Ability to deal with the public under stressful circumstances in a fair, calm and understanding way to obtain positive results;
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT: 

The Community Development Director oversees a Planning Division and Building Division which are staffed by Senior Planner, Associate Planner, Assistant Planner, Building Inspector, Permit Technician and Administrative Aide. Contract staff provide Building Plan Check and Code Enforcement services.  The Planning Division provides staff support to the Planning Commission, the Historic Landmarks Board, and the City Council.

REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices and procedures related to City and regional planning and zoning administration, including applicable laws and regulations;
• Comprehensive plans and current planning and the development process;
• Project management techniques;
• Practices of researching planning issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting effective staff reports.

Ability to:

• Work cooperatively with other City employees and the public, often under challenging circumstances;
• Administer complex current and advanced planning and zoning conformance activities in an independent and effective manner;
• Conduct complex planning research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations and prepare effective technical staff reports;
• Interpret, apply and explain complex laws, codes, regulations and ordinances;
• Effectively represent the department and the City in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups and various business, professional and regulatory organizations, and in meetings with individuals;
• Conduct zoning studies and interpreting City zoning laws, regulations and codes;
• Read blueprints and site plans and conduct site inspections; and
• Communicate effectively with officials, co-workers, subordinates, the general public, representatives of organizations and others sufficient to exchange or convey information and receive work direction.

Education/Training/Experience:

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in city, urban or environmental planning, architecture or a field related to the area of assignment and five years of planning related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job as listed above. A Master’s Degree in Planning or a related field is preferred but not required. Two years of project management or supervisory experience are also preferred. Certification from American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) is desirable.

Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:

Must possess a valid Class C California driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the City’s Vehicle Insurance Policy.

First application review deadline – 5:00 pm, Tuesday, May 12, 2020

• Apply online at www.calopps.org/city-of-sausalito

For questions about job openings or any topic related to Human Resources, please contact the City’s Human Resources Advisor from Regional Government Services, Deborah Muchmore, at dmuchmore@sausalito.gov or (650) 587-7317.

The City of Sausalito is a drug free workplace.

E.O.E./A.D.A.

Literacy Tutor – Student Coordinator

The Literacy Tutor – Student Coordinator will promote the awareness of a volunteer-based Literacy Training Program for adults in the City of Redwood City; recruit and train volunteers; recruit and place students; and serve as an advisor and resource to volunteer tutors.

Typical duties include, but are not limited to:

• Assist trainers to develop teaching methods appropriate to the program.
• Assist in recruiting students and volunteer tutors for the program.
• Select and purchase materials for use by volunteer tutors in teaching students enrolled in the program.
• Interview potential students, make preliminary assessment of their reading level; assign to appropriate tutors.
• Interview potential tutors, arrange for their training; assign students caseload.
• Consult with volunteer tutors individually and in groups to answer their questions and help them resolve difficulties which they may encounter.
• Monitor students’ progress with tutors and keep records of volunteer hours worked. Provide expert advice and support to volunteer tutors regarding teaching methods, appropriate materials, ways to deal with student problems, etc.
• Work with Program Director to promote Literacy Program in the community by making presentations to groups and at meetings.
• Contribute to publicity vehicles such as brochures, flyers, newsletters, etc.
• Establish various locations where literacy training can occur.

Please click on the PDF link below to review the complete job announcement.

CITY OF LARKSPUR PART-TIME HOURLY WORKER

ASSIGNMENT: ON-CALL LIBRARIAN

Up to $30.00 per hour Maximum of 960 Hours Per Year

The City is not actively hiring part-time staff at this time but encourages prospective candidates to submit an application. Applications will be accepted for this position on a continuous basis with the intent of creating a list of qualified candidates for future hire.  Please do not contact the Human Resources Department about the status of your application unless it has been more than 3 months.

On-Call Librarian assignment is classified as a part-time hourly worker. Under general direction, performs a variety of professional library work which may include: reference services; services for children and youth; or other special services; and performs related work as assigned. Employees in this category do not receive any benefits except those that are required by law.

This is a part-time hourly, at-will position. Part-time hourly workers do not receive benefits, except as required by law. Job description and pay under review. 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The On-Call Librarian provides professional library services including reference, reader advisory, materials selection to meet the general information needs of the public and performs related work as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

This position reports to the Library Director. This position has no direct reports and works under the supervision of staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (May include but are not limited to the following:)

• Provide professional reference and readers' advisory services; instruct patrons in the use of library resources, including reference materials, digital downloads, databases, catalogs and other online resources and the interlibrary loan system
• Conduct library programming for all ages
• Communicate policies and procedures to staff and library patrons
• Provide customer service at reference and circulation desk
• Troubleshoot computer-related issues
• Troubleshoot and resolve a variety of issues related to acquisitions, circulation, and reference materials
• Work on special projects assigned by the Library Director
• Maintain awareness of emerging trends in technology, reference services, and librarianship

REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge of

• Thorough knowledge of current professional library “best practices” principles, methods, and materials
• Knowledge of library reference materials, automated systems, applications, and tools of research
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, rules, and regulations pertaining to  library science

• Knowledge of Larkspur library policies and procedures as they relate to library operations
• Knowledge of service needs and issues, general culture of the public library community
• Knowledge of customer service techniques and approaches
• General knowledge of training techniques to educate patrons
• Knowledge of procedures, methods and techniques of reference, research, classification, indexing, cataloging, and organization of library materials

Skill and Ability in

• Proficient in use of computerized library information systems and tools, such as web browsers, web OPAC, Integrated Library Systems; and in the use of Microsoft Office suite; able to learn and utilize new technology
• Proficient in performing online and electronic searches to gather data and compile information
• Ability to perform effective library reference, readers’ advisory duties, and other professional level library work
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
• Ability to make procedural decisions and judgments
• Skill in analyzing information logically and creatively to identify problems, draw valid conclusions, and develop effective solutions to operational and customer service problems
• Ability to create, to compose, and edit written materials
• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities, conflict resolution and customer service

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

This assignment requires sufficient experience and education related to providing professional library services. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is possession of a Master’s Degree in Library Science or similar curriculum from an American Library Association accredited educational program. In addition, at least two years of professional experience in a library setting is highly desirable.

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

This Assignment requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The employee will occasionally be required to climb or balance or crawl. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to video display terminals. The position also requires repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in data entry and preparing reports using a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service. The employee may lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. The employee may be exposed to dust and/or other allergens.

Code Enforcement Official III

$5,671 - $6,894 per month

Plus, excellent benefits

OPEN UNTIL FILLED:  Apply by Friday, March 27, 2020 for first consideration

THE POSITION:

The City of San Rafael Community Development Department is seeking a full-time Code Enforcement Official III.  The incumbent in this position assists with the enforcement of all provisions of the San Rafael Municipal Code, performs code inspections and enforces the zoning code.  This position is responsible for providing advanced journey level code enforcement duties and for providing some building and/or fire inspection duties typically regarding issues that do not require a permit. This position requires certification as a Combination Building Inspector or the residential inspection track of the International Code Council and/or the Fire Prevention IA, 2A, and 3A courses of the California State Fire Training.

This position performs the following essential job duties:   

• Exercises enforcement and abatement responsibilities under the land use regulations of the City’s Municipal Codes.
• Conducts field investigations of reported complaints of municipal code, ordinance and resolution violations.
• Advises individuals of violations and methods of abatement.
• Seeks abatement (remedies) through voluntary compliance or informal administrative process or administrative hearings or judicial action.
• Conducts field inspections to uncover violations, gathers supporting evidence, inform individuals of code provisions and encourage compliance.
• Issue warnings and violation notices and see remedies through voluntary compliance or informal administrative process or administrative hearings or judicial action.
• Explains and interprets municipal codes, ordinances, and resolutions at the counter and in the field to City staff, to property owners and the general public.
• Confers with other agencies and City departments, verbally and in writing, on the investigation and disposition of related violations.
• Prepares written staff reports and present evidence at hearings before the Planning Commission, City Council, Hearing Officer, and/or Courts of Law related to current code enforcement administrative and judicial proceedings.
• Completes forms, prepare reports, investigation narratives, and related correspondence.
• Maintains case records, program statistics, and related materials.
• Function as a lead work supervisor over other Code Enforcement Official employees.
• Performs related duties as required.

To be eligible for this position, you must have knowledge of:

• Correct English usage, spelling and punctuation.
• Simple research and statistical methods.
• Interviewing techniques necessary to obtain investigative and personal data.
• Modern office policies, procedures, and equipment.
• Goals, objectives and policies of the department.
• Correct written and spoken English.
• Technical aspects of Zoning and Code Enforcement.
• Supervisory techniques and methods.

To be eligible for this position, you must have the ability to:

• Interpret and apply laws, ordinances, codes and policies.
• Express oneself clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
• Work cooperatively with other departments, agencies and citizens.
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships.
• Lead and direct the work of others.
• Perform field investigations.
• Enforce applicable codes and ordinances.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: (Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge, abilities and skill.)  A typical way to obtain these would be:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent.
• Three (3) years of full-time experience involving the enforcement and interpretation of administrative rules and regulations, two (2) years of which must be in a code inspection capacity, with at least one (1) of those years at an equivalent level to the Code Enforcement Official II.
• Requires certification as a Building or Fire Prevention Inspector.
• Valid driver’s license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

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

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application.  The examination process may include the following application appraisal and oral board interview examination.  The passing point for the oral board examination final score will be 70%.  Note:  Prior to appointment, candidate must pass a pre-employment physical, background check, driving record, drug screen, and fingerprinting.   To file an application, go to:  www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “San Rafael”.  Follow this link to submit your application:  https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-19981919

For more information about the City of San Rafael, please visit www.cityofsanrafael.org. 

Reasonable Accommodation:  The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations in the exam process to accommodate disabled applicants.  If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (415) 485-3474 before the test date.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.  Such accommodations must be requested by the applicant. 

Applications will be accepted for this position on a continuous basis. The selection process may include a physical activity exam and interview and can begin as soon as vacancies occur. Please note that applicants will be contacted to participate in the selection process on a first come, first serve basis. Please do not contact the Human Resources Department about the status of your application unless it has been more than 3 months.

This hourly position is not in Civil Service and does not receive benefits.

POSITION

The Daly City Public Library is hiring a Recreator IV to assist with planning and conducting library programs for youth of all ages.

Applicants should be passionate about engaging with children, families and teens in the library as well as out in the community at outreach events. Position requires comfort with reading and singing in front of groups, introducing the library to people out in the community, resolving library patron concerns, handling multiple tasks at once, and managing small crowds.

Experience coaching, tutoring, or other volunteer or employment experience demonstrating interest in working with youth is preferred. Experience in arts, crafts, music, early childhood education, and/or science education is also beneficial.

Availability to work Tuesday and Thursday mornings and Wednesday afternoons required. (10-15 hours/week)

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, a Recreator IV demonstrates trained skill which may be specialized by independently performing assigned tasks which serve the public use of municipal recreation facilities and other duties as required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Specific assignments, including but not limited to coordinating aquatics programs or supervising specific recreational programs. May open and close facilities following established guidelines, set up equipment needed for facility programs, perform routine maintenance and clean up for assigned facilities, and collect fees for facility use. Maintain order and discipline in assigned facilities and programs by enforcing City and Departmental policies. May facilitate and/or supervise in assigned program areas and may supervise other part-time staff, volunteers, or court workers as assigned. Maintain accurate records and reports. Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:  General facility operations, intermediate lesson instruction techniques for assigned area, and safety practices for assigned programs.

Ability to: Follow written and oral instructions, meet and communicate effectively with members of the public, carry out assignments requiring average physical strength such as setting up tables and chairs, learn and progress in this position, direct others, understand and enforce written and oral rules, regulations and policies, solve minor disciplinary problems, interact positively and cooperate with co-workers, respond politely to customers, work as a team member, function under demanding time pressure, respond in a positive manner to supervision, and attend work and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis.

Experience: A minimum of 2,500 hours in two years working or volunteering with people in a customer service position.

Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent.

License: Possession of a valid Class C California Driver’s License.

Certification:  May be required to possess a valid training certification as required for the specific assigned program area.

The Town of Colma invites your application for the position of 

Facility Attendant

Join our team! 

This is a great opportunity to make a difference in your community, build relationships and work in a team environment.  If you looking for flexible work schedule, this job is for you! 

You will enjoy: 

• Greeting and assisting Town visitors with great customer service . 
• assisting and overseeing people using the facilities. 
• Work alongside of awesome people! 

You may be assigned to serve as a receptionist for Town’s recreation facilities and is responsible for greeting residents and visitors, registering class participants, processing rentals, explaining rules for facility usage, efficient preparation and taking down of equipment at Town facilities; assist and oversee people using the facilities; attend and participate in weekend and evening activities as assigned. 

And 

• Open and secure facilities
• Prepare and distribute Town of Colma identification cards; verify residency
• Set-up equipment needed for classes, meetings and private parties
• Clean up facility; provides janitorial services
• Collect fees
• Issue and collect equipment
• Maintain order and discipline
• Report injuries and accidents
• Supervise volunteers and court referral workers
• Complete reports and refund forms
• Perform routine clerical tasks
• Respond appropriately to emergencies including the application of basic first aid
• Exhibits and encourages behavior that is consistent with the Town’s risk management program and decreases risk of accident or injury to self, employees, residents, visitors and their property
• Perform other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

Any combination of work experience, training and education that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities.  Typical ways to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education and Training:   Possession of a high school diploma or GED equivalent.

Experience: Work experience performing custodial work.

Licenses and Certificates: 

• CPR/First Aid certificates required or achievable within 60 days of hire. 
• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles. 

and

Knowledge of:

• Modern Office Technology (Computer, phone, copier, etc)
• Principles and practices of customer service
• CPR/First Aid
• Equipment, methods and procedures used in custodial activities and semi-skilled activities

Ability to:

• Represent the Town in a positive manner
• Establish, maintain and foster cooperative working relations with others from diverse backgrounds, including elected officials, co-workers and the public effectively and with courtesy, in person, via e-mail and over the phone
• Follow written and oral instructions and procedures
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, by using proper English grammar, spelling and punctuation
• Learn and interpret specific rules and policies and apply them with good judgment
• Understand and work effectively with the public
• Oversee large groups
• Deal effectively with a wide variety of personalities in situations requiring diplomacy, friendliness, poise and tact
• Learn Recreation software
• Lead participants on group outings and field trips
• Work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends
• Work independently
• Solve most work problems independently, referring unusual situations and questions to supervisor especially those matters regarding policy decisions
• Perform janitorial and light maintenance duties

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

These functions may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Speak clearly and understandably
• Review reports and correspondence quickly and accurately
• Report to work at any hour of day or night as required by disaster or other emergency situation
• Use dexterity and vision necessary to operate computer equipment with a high degree of productivity
• Intermittently twist to reach equipment in their work area
• Perform simple grasping and fine manipulation
• Operate basic office equipment (i.e. telephone, copier, calculator, etc.)
• Safely lift up to 50 pounds
• Speak, read and understand the English language sufficiently to successfully receive/provide information to/from the public, co-workers, supervisors, etc.
• Perform duties on a regular and consistent basis
• Perform all duties listed on the job description except those determined to be incidental

Familiarity with computers, modern technology and customer service required . 

Visit : https://www.calopps.org/town-of-colma and apply.