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The San Mateo County Human Resources Department is seeking a detail-oriented professional with excellent communication skills for the position of:  Workers' Compensation Manager

Under the direction of the Risk Manager, the Workers' Compensation Manager has the opportunity to collaborate with all County employees, their managers, health care providers, the third-party claims administrator and contractors, as well as the County Counsel's Office and other Risk Management staff to ensure fair, consistent, and timely handling of workers' compensation claims. The Workers' Compensation Manager will also research, investigate, and analyze workers' compensation and disability claims. In addition, the Workers' Compensation Manager will be expected to review, improve, and develop policy and procedures, case summaries, statistical and narrative reports, and training manuals and serve as the liaison to employees, their managers, and the third-party claims administrator on matters pertaining to workers' compensation, temporary work arrangements, return to work, interactive processes, and other matters related to industrial injuries and related disabilities.
 
The ideal candidate will have at least five years’ experience handling workers' compensation for a government agency and possess a Self-Insurance Administrator's Certificate issued by the State of California, Department of Industrial Relations.
 
Challenges and Opportunities
Projects, programs, and duties the successful candidate will manage include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform research on workers' compensation claims filed against the County to include an assessment involving the work performance and conduct of County employees
• Prepare reports using enterprise software and responses related to discovery requests and informational subpoenas for review by County Counsel or outside counsel
• Organize, categorize, and summarize research results gathered from case files and other relevant records and documents
• Interview injured County employees, their managers, medical care providers, witnesses, and others to obtain information, testimony, and evidence
• Collaborate with the County's claims administrator and providers to determine the compensability of injuries to County employees and the appropriate issuance of workers' compensation benefits as outlined by the Labor Code 
• Engage and assess with the placement and monitoring of injured employees in permanent and temporary modified and alternate work assignments; manage return to work for assigned departments
• Assist the third-party claims administrator, outside counsel, and the District Attorney's Office with research and reports regarding serious and questionable employee claims, injury compensation litigation, and fraud investigation
• Provide Countywide training for managers regarding workers' compensation procedures and guidelines, disability management, and any applicable federal and state laws covering injured workers
• Attend Workers' Compensation Appeal Board hearings and similar administrative hearings
• Represent the County Risk Management Division in Countywide meetings, committees, taskforces, and special group projects
• Produce various reports, charts, tables, graphs, and spreadsheets to illustrate research findings and ways to mitigate costs using Origami Risk or similar enterprise software
• Use database applications, math, and statistical computations
• Organize and prioritize tasks and activities and establish and meet crucial deadlines with minimal supervision

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 at least two years of experience (five years preferred) managing worker’s compensation claims including evaluation of injuries, coordination of benefits, placement of employees in alternate employment, and fraud management. 
 
Knowledge of:

• State of California Worker's Compensation laws and American with Disabilities Act (ADA) rules and regulations governing self-insurance
• Medical terminology and proper treatment protocols for industrial injuries
• Principles of ergonomics and ergonomically related issues
• Liability potential of industrial health hazards
• Statistical methods and analysis as applied to the fields of safety and risk management
• Investigative and surveillance techniques as they relate to claims, including current research, trends, and methods in the field of Worker's Compensation
• Environmental, sociological, physical, and psychological factors encountered in implementing a Worker's Compensation Self-Insurance Program in a multi-cultural work environment
• Principles, practices and techniques of budgeting, accounting, management analysis, and organizational design necessary to formulate, implement, and evaluate administrative policies
• Basic principles and practices of the County organization and its functions
• Research and report writing techniques
• Basic principles of math and statistical computations
• Methods of report presentation
• Principles of public and personnel administration

 
 Skills/Ability to: 

• Plan, develop, and organize programs in the field of Worker’s Compensation
• Interpret and apply provisions of federal, state, and local legislation, rules, and regulations pertinent to the administration of division policies and procedures
• Evaluate programs utilizing outcome data to determine the effectiveness of components and implement modifications as necessary
• Analyze new and revised statutes and proposed legislation in the areas of Workers’ Compensation to determine effects on County programs and departments
• Act as a consultant and trainer to other County staff
• Implement caseload management techniques
• Analyze problems and needs of injured employees and develop courses of action that lead toward constructive solutions
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Perform mathematical calculations accurately
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties
• Learn Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, procedures, and guidelines related to Workers’ Compensation and American with Disabilities Act
• Analyze a wide variety of moderate to complex administrative and operational problems and develop practical recommendations for their resolution
• Prepare clear, concise, complete, and accurate reports and presentations
• Perform the full range of assigned duties efficiently and effectively with minimal supervision

Please click on the Job PDF below to view the full job announcement.

As one of the largest providers of affordable housing in the Bay Area and a designated Moving To Work (MTW) agency, the award-winning Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is seeking talented individuals looking to make a difference in Silicon Valley.  SCCHA is an independent local government agency that administers the federal Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program for approximately 19,000 households and manages more than 2,000 units of affordable housing in Santa Clara County.

If you are looking to help solve one of the most significant problems in the Bay Area and want to be part of a collaborative, innovative organization dedicated to building a better Silicon Valley, then apply today!

Client Support and Outreach Representative

Closing Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Salary: $33.84 - $45.35/hourly DOQ

Under general supervision, provides prompt, courteous, general and technical support, and outreach duties; assists clients to navigate and effectively use software applications, including the Applicant Portal, Tenant Portal, and the Owner Portal as well as other electronic agency products and websites as applicable. Provides general technical support to clients, in person or via telephone, of the Santa Clara County Housing Authority (Agency); identifies software application outreach needs for the Agency’s clients and stakeholders; hosts and coordinates community outreach, workshops and trainings to applicable software users to promote the Agency’s goals related to the software applications; and performs related work as required.

This is a journey-level classification, in which the incumbent is responsible for hosting, coordinating community outreach, workshops and trainings to promote Agency goals related to the software applications, receives and processes clients request for assistance with software applications used in the Housing Department, including the Applicant Portal, Tenant Portal, and the Owner Portal. The Client Support and Outreach Representative receives only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and is fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit to which assigned and functions with a high degree of independent judgment and initiative.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides phone and in person support to clients who have questions or need assistance to navigate and effectively use the following software applications: Applicant Portal, Tenant Portal, and the Owner Portal as well as other electronic agency products and websites as applicable.
• Maintains SCCHA website related to the Section 8 program.
• Receives and evaluates requests for service, diagnoses problems, troubleshoots and implements remedial actions, researches documentation and determines solution, and resolves problems with software, security and accesses controls, and systems issues; including creating accounts and resetting passwords, documents and escalates issues to specialized or higher-level staff and/or vendor for resolution as appropriate.
• Receive, review and provide technical expertise with special cases and investigative reports, evaluate reports and issue official action, conduct or participate in informal administrative hearings as required.
• Writes and maintains user and technical operating instructions and documentation; provides training to users on software applications usage, basic computer/smart device navigation, and security practices and advise on best practices.
• Maintains information on scheduled systems maintenance, including upgrades and outages; informs users as needed.

The San José Public Library is seeking new Librarians to join our team and change the lives of those we serve! The ideal candidate for these positions will understand, support, practice and promote the San José Way of library innovation and the Mission, Vision, & Values statements of the City of San José and the San José Public Library; demonstrate leadership and a commitment to active customer service; have knowledge of current library technology and trends; have experience working with a diverse community and staff; and have programming or project management ability. 

We are looking for friendly, service-oriented librarians who have experience working in a fast-paced environment and thrive in a highly collaborative setting. Our librarians perform a variety of professional duties that may include virtual programming, storytime, innovative school and community engagement programs, outreach, coding and STEAM programming, and volunteer engagement. All our staff are trained in providing excellent customer service, including curbside pickup of Library materials 

These positions will include evenings and weekend shifts. 

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment. 

NOTE: If you are currently a part time unbenefited or benefited San José Public Library employee seeking full time employment, you must apply. We may use this candidate pool to fill future positions. 

For more information and to apply, please visit:

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

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Program Administrator

Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District

SALARY:

$4,116.73 - $4,913.12 Biweekly

$8,919.58 - $10,645.08 Monthly

$107,035.00 - $127,741.00 Annually

OPENING DATE: 07/14/20

CLOSING DATE: Continuous

SUMMARY:

AC Transit is looking for qualified candidates for the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Program Administrator position. Under general direction, the EEO Program Administrator plans, directs, and organizes the activities, operations, and training of District's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) plan and programs; investigates complaints and develops the EEO compliance plan to prevent employment discrimination and equal opportunity; ensures District compliance with federal, state, and local EEO laws, regulations, and requirements; serves as a technical expert and resource for the assigned programs including providing extensive, in-depth, and specialized analysis and training; compliance adherence and reporting; develops and implements recommendations for operational, training, and procedural improvements. This classification is responsible for the implementation and day-to-day operations of the assigned EEO programs and activities. This is an at-will, unrepresented classification.

This classification is distinguished from the Program Manager by the latter classification's responsibilities for managing a single or multiple programs with greater breadth, depth, and scope; a greater preponderance of budgetary and administrative accountabilities including supervision of two (2) or more full-time staff; and/or more complex service delivery provisions.

REPRESENTATIVE FUNCTIONS:

REPRESENTATIVE FUNCTIONS may include but are not limited to the following:

• Provides direction and leadership to EEO compliance plan and programs; develops, mentors, and guides staff in achieving goals and objectives; coaches and develops employees; provides constructive feedback on performance and behaviors; reviews and evaluates work; counsels and oversees personnel actions as required.

• Develops, updates, and disseminates procedures, policies, and guidelines related to EEO plan and programs.

• Develops and implements the EEO plan and programs; prioritizes and allocates available program resources; reviews and evaluates program and service delivery, makes recommendations for and executes changes in operations to ensure effective service provision; implements program enhancements and adjustments to meet and maintain goals, and to eliminate and protect against adverse impact and disparate treatment.

• Monitors, directs, and participates in the day-to-day operations to ensure adherence to policies and procedures, that the goals and objectives of the program are met, and that services and projects are being accomplished efficiently and effectively; takes corrective action as necessary; works to strengthen the
• District through improving morale, team building and implementation of programs to develop and train employees.

• Develops a specialized technical training curriculum related to the assigned program, researches, and utilizes effective training techniques; conducts training related to EEO.

• Demonstrates sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present within the District and the community.

• Directs the conduct of studies, investigations, and analyses; presents oral and written reports of findings, and recommendations to the District staff, the General Manager, and the Board of Directors.

• Maintains the confidentiality of sensitive information and neutral position on controversial matters.

• Confers with and represents the organizational unit in meetings with other District departments and divisions; serves as the District representative with a variety of public, business, community groups, and organizations; fosters collaborative working relationships to the benefit of the program and the department/division.

• Monitors and ensures the validity of the District's selection process, leads and/or participates in job fairs and other employment outreach activities, and facilitates District-wide and organizational unit practices and activities to ensure compliance with EEO requirements.

• Provides information and advice to job applicants and District staff at all levels concerning their rights and responsibilities related to EEO plans, programs, and requirements; provides consultation and advises staff regarding EEO problems and complaints.

• Investigates and facilitates the resolution of all internal and external EEO complaints alleging discrimination by the District in hiring, and/or the terms and conditions of employment.

• Analyzes, interprets, and applies EEO directives and guidelines, including court decisions.

• Ensures timely and appropriate response to information requests received in connection with compliance agency investigations of discrimination complaints.

• Compiles and analyzes statistics reflecting workforce and applicant pool composition, the external labor market, and the EEO implications of various policies, practices, and decisions

• Plans and conducts special studies; ensures the maintenance and timely updating of EEO files, records, and related data; develops systems and maintains records that provide for the proper evaluation, control and documentation of assigned activities.

• Develops and monitors the program's budget; oversees the financial well-being of the program by analyzing cost-effectiveness and exercising cost controls; prepares, submits and justifies budget enhancement requests to assigned manager.

• Prepares a variety of written correspondence, reports, agenda items, procedures, directives, staff reports, and other materials; prepares and delivers a variety of oral presentations including Board of
• Director presentations; conducts and/or facilitates meetings and training sessions, as required.

• Stays abreast of changing laws, regulations and procedures pertaining to EEO; best practices and regulatory compliance requirements; communicates business implications, and impact to all key stakeholders including the Board of Directors, executive management, other District staff, and various public and private entities.

• May supervise assigned staff.

• Performs related duties, as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Equivalent to Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, Business, Law, or a closely related field. Additional qualifying experience in EEO or other related functions above the minimum may be considered in lieu of the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Experience: Four (4) years of recent and verifiable experience in equal employment opportunity compliance and/or civil rights, including two (2) years that involved responsibility for program planning and development, interpreting and ensuring compliance with complex laws and guidelines, and responding to complaints and/or conducting investigations.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Physical Requirements: Must maintain the physical condition necessary to (1) perform tasks in an office setting operating a personal computer, keyboards and other peripheral equipment; Must maintain the physical condition necessary to: (1) perform tasks in an office setting operating a personal computer, keyboards, and other peripheral equipment; and may work in the field which requires incumbents to (2) possess physical mobility in order to direct or conduct field studies, and attend external meetings and events.

THIS POSITION IS AN UNREPRESENTED AT-WILL POSITION

To apply, visit: https://apptrkr.com/1963311

The Selection Process: The Human Resources department must receive a completed online application by the filling date. If this recruitment is "Continuous," it may be closed at any time without notice. Applications will be screened for job-related qualifications, and those candidates who best meeting the qualifications listed on this Job Announcement will be invited to participate in an examination process that may include written, oral and/or performance segments. Current District employees must have satisfactory attendance and performance records. Finalists will be placed on an Eligibility List. When filling vacancies, the Human Resources Department will refer the top candidates to the hiring department for final screening and recommendation. Per Board Policy, selected candidates may require background checks performed on their criminal and/or financial records.

Benefits: All employees hired on or after January 1, 2016, may be in the District's Tier II pension plan covered by the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA). As such, he/she may be required to contribute 6% or more of annual income towards the cost of his/hers District pension.

ADA Compliant and Drug-Free Workplace: The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment/examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you have a need for an accommodation, please call Human Resources at (510) 891-4783.

The Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District has established the goal of a 100 percent drug and alcohol-free workplace. Applicants will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to employment and those in safety sensitive positions will be subject to further drug and alcohol testing through their period of employment, including random drug and alcohol testing.

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Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is seeking a Land and Facilities Services Manager to plan, organize, manage, and oversee all functions and activities of the Land and Facilities Department.  This position calls for an excellent manager and leader who is highly skilled at, and comfortable with, leading and developing people.

Please see the attached Land and Facilities Services Manager brochure for all the details and how to apply.

Application deadline is August 16, 2020.

Human Resources Analyst

$29.78 - 39.91 per hour (DOQ)

This is a non-exempt, unrepresented, full-time position.

The Sacramento Public Library is looking for a Human Resources Analyst to join our Human Resources Department. If you are a person of integrity, collaborative in nature, customer service oriented, analytical and tech savvy, have experience working with a variety of HR systems and enjoy a fast paced and challenging work environment this may be the perfect fit.

THE CITY

The City of American Canyon is seeking an entry level Maintenance Worker to perform a variety of maintenance and construction duties and operates public works/parks equipment.  Initial hire and assignment will be for the Park’s division.  Maintenance Worker I’s may advance to the Maintenance Worker II level with a salary range of $4,625-$5,620 per month, after a minimum of two years of successful service and upon the recommendation of the supervisor.

THE POSITION

Maintenance Worker I is an entry-level class position. Initially, under close supervision, incumbents learn basic maintenance, construction, and safety procedures. As experience is gained, there is greater independence of action within established guidelines and incumbents are expected to perform a broader scope of duties.

The ideal candidate will possess the ability to:

• Provide manual labor as directed, including digging holes, removing trees, raking, removing trash/litter/debris/graffiti, and planting trees and shrubs.
• Take daily pool readings and perform maintenance activities including cleaning injection systems and strainers, replacing chemical injection lines, and adjusting chemical dosages.
• Perform carpentry work to replace or repair wooden fences, picnic tables, benches, signs, and par course facilities.
• Plant, prune, and maintain plants and trees.
• Assist in the repair and maintenance of irrigation facilities including controllers, drip systems, pipes, and sprinkler heads.

Operate and maintain tractor, flail mower, aerator, and fertilizer spreader.

DEFINITION

Under direction, organizes, supervises, assigns and schedules work crews engaged in the maintenance of parks and landscape infrastructure; develops and manages parkways, trails, sports fields, play lots, trees, shrubs, street median islands, sidewalk landscaped areas, and/or other special recreational facilities; provides responsible and technical staff assistance in the areas of horticulture, grounds, and equipment; performs related work as required.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is a single, supervisory position. The incumbent is responsible for supervising the daily activities of the Building and Grounds unit within Public Works, including the landscaping of City parks, street trees and medians, and building and facilities. The incumbent ensures that the landscaping and grounds maintenance work is completed in a safe, efficient, and effective manner, which will enhance community aesthetics and satisfy the public.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (illustrative only)

• Recommend and assist in the implementation of unit goals and objectives; establish schedules and methods for parks, street median and back of sidewalk landscaping maintenance, repair and construction; implement policies and procedures.
• Participate in selecting, motivating, counseling and evaluating staff; monitor and prepare employee performance objectives and reviews; provide or coordinate staff training; collaborate with employees to correct deficiencies; and implement discipline procedures.
• Participate in budget preparation and administration; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations; submit justifications for needed equipment and materials; monitor and control expenditures.
• Manage crews in the maintenance of parks and landscape infrastructure; including selecting plant material, applying pesticides and fertilizers, and supervising the use of chemicals according to current integrated pest management practices.
• Conduct periodic surveys to determine the maintenance needs of the parks, street median and sidewalk landscaping, and sports grounds.
• Plan and coordinate minor maintenance and repair projects; obtain appropriate equipment and materials necessary for maintenance projects; monitor and review work performed by contractors on behalf of the City.
• Analyze and maintain time, material and equipment use records; determine and implement adjustments to optimize the effectiveness of the maintenance system.
• Respond to inquiries and complaints; recommend corrective actions as necessary to resolve complaints; manage on-call duty phone as assigned.
• Purchase necessary, authorized materials and recommend major capital purchases; approve invoices for utilities, materials and projects.
• Assist in coordinating grounds maintenance activities with other City departments and government agencies.
• Administer an IIPP program and participate on the safety committee.
• Attend Parks Commission meetings and Sports Committee meetings, as required.
• Perform related duties, as required.