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Distinguishing Characteristics:  The Library Clerk  is a part time permanent position with the St. Helena Public Library.  Under direction of the Adult Services Supervisor, this person will work such duties as checking books in/out, answering telephones, preparing library cards, and providing reference and readers advisory services. This person will understand and promote the variety of library services available.  Performs other related duties as required.  Hours may vary from 10-16 hours per week and are set at the time of appointment; may include day, night, and/or weekend hours.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Check books in and out; issues library cards.
• Answer telephones and provides information.
• Assist patrons and explains the use of computers as well as other related equipment and software available for general use.
• Perform opening and/or closing procedures as directed.
• Provide public with information on library policies and procedures.  Assist patrons in use of library facilities, resources, and collections.

 

The Thousand Oaks Library is seeking customer-service oriented and collaborative part-time (hourly) Library Monitors to assist with a variety of tasks at the Library.    These positions are typically scheduled to work 15 hours per week, primarily afternoons, evenings and weekends and require working at both the Grant R. Brimhall and Newbury Park Branch locations.

 

Primary responsibilities:

• Monitor the public and staff areas of the library, including meeting rooms and the exterior parking areas to maintain a comfortable and safe environment
• Provide excellent customer service to visitors to the library
• Respond to the materials security alarm when set off by patrons
• Assist library staff with securing the building at closing time
• Prepare a report of daily activity

 

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for one (1) special individual to serve as a Program Support for the Medical Records/Front Office Department but will be located within our Children’s Clinic.   This position will be responsible for administrative/program support, clerical, and office work.  This position will report to a Program Support Supervisor and Support Systems Manager.   

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

 

• Greet and provide general information to clients, visitors, vendors and staff, in person and on the telephone in a professional manner.
   

• Assist clients and utilize de-escalation and basic customer service techniques.  Attend, practice and apply agency wide trainings provided in working with consumers.  

 

• Assist clients by referring them to sources of information, handing out standard forms and explaining how to complete them, and answering requests for factual information by consulting various available sources.

 

• Input, update, track and extract information into appropriate databases such as Welligent Electronic Health Record billing system (EHR) and LADMH IS system and files; search records and files for data where judgment and discrimination are required in selecting or abstracting material.

 

• Maintain records, logs, files, and other forms of information, including various demographic reports, room schedules and leased equipment usage, etc.; and perform other duties as assigned.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for one (1) special individual to serve as a Community Capacity Organizer for the MHSA Department.   This position will provide advocacy, feedback, outreach and support to help communities access and work effectively with the systems involved.  This position will report to a Program Supervisor.   

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

 

• This position is responsible for collaborating with local Tri-Cities community members; engaging and organizing a wide range of community groups;

 

• Identify and evaluate strategies that promote and effect mental health well-being, and to plan ways to expand and sustain these community efforts; assist in required quarterly reports, annual updates, and other analyses and evaluations for assigned MHSA programs;

 

• Collaborate with Tri-City staff to insure that principles of the Agency’s MHSA PEI Plan are adhered to in the community organizing process; effectively translate communities’ activities and goals into coherent actions steps that can be evaluated and duplicated;

 

• Responsible for developing and coordinating trainings (for MHSA staff, as well as community stakeholders) and arranging meetings; Function as liaison representative to other departments, community groups, agencies and stakeholders;

 

• Maintain records and documentation of assigned MHSA/PEI program activities and events;

 

• Ensure confidentiality and integrity of Protected Health Information (PHI) of clients served by Center to comply with all Health Insurance Portability and Accountability (HIPAA) regulations and other duties as assigned.

A complete job description is available upon request.

POSITION: The City of Fremont opens their Winter Shelter every winter to provide a safe and welcoming environment for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Participants have access from approximately 6:30 p.m. to 7 a.m., where they will be provided with a warm meal, restroom facilities, sleeping bags, cots, Breakfast, and a to-go bag. The Winter Shelter is open from mid-November to mid-March. The Human Services Department is currently recruiting for Winter Shelter monitors for next season (2019/2020).

The position will work up to 30 hours per week.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Maintain the health and safety of homeless individuals and families who are living on the streets or in their cars and are in need of emergency shelter from cold weather and rain.
• Welcome and pre-screen new participants and supervise participant movement.
• Maintain a friendly and inviting environment.
• Work compassionately with those who have di?culty engaging with service providers.
• E?ectively resolve conflicts among participants and de-escalate potentially violent situations.
• Monitor participant activities, oversee showers and food distribution; help coordinate medical transportation to morning appointments.
• Maintain a safe and supportive environment.
• Direct volunteers who will assist in bringing food and serving homeless clients.
• Setup tables for food service, hand out bedding, warm clothing and other amenities such as shampoo, tooth brushes, etc.
• Ensure participants adherence to rules, especially related to behaviors that are unsafe. If necessary, notify public safety personnel to help “exit” clients with inappropriate or unsafe behaviors.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies.
• Maintain daily sign-in sheet.
• Ensure facility is maintained in a clean and orderly fashion.
• E-mail information to Human Services Director after each shift regarding the number of participants, any need for supplies, and reports of clients who exhibited inappropriate behavior.
• Other duties as assigned.

The City of Sunnyvale seeks a Supervising Librarian for Children's and Teen Services at the Sunnyvale Public Library. Under general direction of the Superintendent of Libraries, the Supervising Librarian develops, implements and evaluates children and teen services to the public with a focus on community engagement and innovation. He or she provides strong leadership for children and teen services to deliver services, programs and resources in response to community needs. The Supervising Librarian manages a high-performing team of 5 full-time and 2 part-time librarians.

 

The Supervising Librarian is a coach, mentor, and guide with proven skills in leading people and managing programs and budgets. He or she will be a highly collaborative, motivated and customer-focused individual with excellent communication skills. The ideal candidate will want to be part of a dynamic leadership team, is willing to take risks, and be energized to change. Previous experience demonstrating successful collaborations with school and community partners is highly desirable.

 

The Supervising Librarian position is in the Library division of the Department of Library and Community Services (LCS). LCS encourages the growth and development of a strong community by providing life-long learning opportunities, safe and welcoming spaces for community engagement and life skills support for persons of all ages and abilities. This position works at least one night per week and a weekend rotation.

 

Additionally, the City of Sunnyvale:

•             contributes 4% of the 7% employee contribution to CalPERS for classic members;

•             contributes 2% of an employee's gross pay to a deferred compensation plan, and

•             provides fully employer paid medical, dental, and vision benefits.

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package. A complete application consists of a City application and supplemental questionnaire. The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following way: A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Library and Information Science or related field; AND Four years of professional public library experience which includes some lead or supervisory responsibilities. The final filing date is November 4, 2019 at 5:00 pm. For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: https://sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on City Jobs.

 

Salary:    $105,516.00 - $127,240.00 Annually

FREMONT - A CITY ON THE MOVE!

Fremont is a well-managed and innovative city, and has recently generated national attention by placing 7th on the list of the Greenest Cities in America according to a 2018 Wallet Hub survey and ranking as the 3rd Best City in the Nation to raise a family,  also according to a 2018 Wallet Hub Survey.  Located in the heart of the Bay Area and Silicon Valley, Fremont prides itself on innovation, green technology, a low crime rate, great schools, a low unemployment rate, quality parks and nearby open space, and an incredibly diverse population of over 232,532 residents. As a full service city, Fremont employs over 952 regular employees and has a General Fund budget of $219 million for the 2019-20 fiscal year. 

The City of Fremont is  also an employer that values its people, creativity, quality service, integrity, open communication, collaboration, mutual respect, and diversity. Employees find their work challenging, yet rewarding, and most importantly, enjoy the chance to make a difference through public service.  

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENT

“To be regionally recognized as a model department that both the City and Staff can be proud of.”

Furthermore, the role of the department is to move the community toward the sustainable strategically urban community envisioned in the General Plan through strategic investments, long-range planning, community preservation activities and project-by project actions.“

THE POSITION

The Fire Life Safety Plans Examiner will work in the Fire Section of the Building and Safety Division and will report to the Building Official. The Fire Section is responsible for Plan Review and Inspection of new projects as well as alterations or additions to existing properties and structures. This position will primarily be responsible for reviewing project documents for compliance with the City’s adopted codes with the primary focus on Life Safety Systems such as fire sprinklers, file alarms, Fire Department access, wildland urban interface, water supply and commercial kitchen systems, and ensuring compliance with the California State Fire Marshal’s adopted codes, regulations and interpretations. There is currently one Fire Life Safety Plans Examiner and this position will assist this person as well as the Fire Specialist who ensures compliance in the field through inspection and quality assurance efforts. The Fire Section reviews plans for residential, industrial, educational, commercial, institutional, mass transit, manufacturing and open space for compliance with Titles 8, 19, 24 and 25 of the California Code of Regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Review life safety submittals and fire protection systems for compliance with currently adopted fire and life safety codes, regulations and standards.
- Serve as a technical advisor to architects, engineers, developers, contractors and building owners in interpreting and enforcing fire protection requirements, fire and life safety /codes, regulations and standards.
- Coordinate with Building and Safety Personnel in establishing schedules and methods for providing fire protection plan review services; identify resource needs and effectively communicate resource status with appropriate management staff; allocate resources accordingly.
- Make field inspections of construction sites.  
- Prepare reports and correspondence pertaining to fire protection engineering problems and fire and life safety code enforcement.
- Evaluate water based fire suppression systems.
- Complete other related duties as assigned.

 

Position Description

The Sonoma County Library is seeking candidates for the full-time position of Chief Financial Officer. This recruitment will fill one (1) vacancy and create an eligible list. Regional Government Services and its staff is conducting this recruitment on behalf of the Sonoma County Library.

Click here for detailed information on this position in the Recruitment Brochure (Download PDF reader)

 

Supplemental Information

Benefits:

• Salary: $109,990.40 – $137,363.20 (COLA increase of 3% on 1/2020 and 1/2021).
• Retirement: CalPERS, Classic - 2 % @ 55 and PEPRA - 2% @ 62.
• Retirement Health Reimbursement Account: For employees hired after 2013.
• Social Security: Library does not participate.
• Deferred Compensation 457(b): Employee choice of two different pre-tax savings plans: No Library match. Roth 457:Choice of two plans.
• Health Insurance: CalPERS medical coverage, 20% paid by employee, cost benchmarked to Kaiser Plan HMO. Dental and vision care insurance fully paid.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: 100% Employee paid. Renew each year up to IRS limits, may carry over balance of $500 to next calendar year.
• Disability Insurance: Long-term disability insurance (100% Library paid), and short-term disability (SDI) insurance through the EDD (paid by employee).
• Life/AD&D Insurance: 100% Library paid; coverage is equivalent to two times annual salary (up to $300,000).
• Management Leave: 40 hours each fiscal year; may roll over.
• Vacation: 22 days after the first year, increases upon years of service.
• Holidays: 11 full days, two ½ days annually, + one personal floating holiday.
• Sick Leave: Twelve days per year, with unlimited accumulation.
• Technology Allowance: Company cell phone and laptop provided to employee by Library for use during employment.
• Staff Development: $675 annually with 50% annual rollover ($200 of which may be used towards wellness).
• Relocation Allowance: May be available.

Application Process and Selection Procedure:
The deadline to apply is October 28, 2019 before 11:59 PM PST.

Click here for detailed information on this position in the Recruitment Brochure
 
To be considered for this exciting opportunity, candidates should apply at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/rgs/clientrecruit/jobs/2595211/chief-financial-officer-for-the-sonoma-county-library?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a "letter of interest" and a focused resume detailing their recent (within the past 10 years) experience and demonstrated career accomplishments relevant to this position along with their application and supplemental questionnaire.

Each candidate's background will be evaluated on the basis of information submitted at the time of application and qualified candidates will participate in a preliminary phone interview. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in a panel interview process. Only the names of the most-qualified candidates who pass the panel interview process will be submitted for consideration for final selection.

Neither Regional Government Services nor the Library are responsible for failure of internet forms or email transmission in submitting your application. Candidates who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or selection process should advise RGS by emailing krandolphpollard@rgs.ca.gov.
 
Sonoma County Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

Agency

Regional Government Services

Address

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., California, 93924

Phone

1-650-587-7300

Website

https://www.rgsjpa.org/

 

Central County Fire Department

has an opening for a full-time Fire Prevention Specialist  

 

This is an entry level position, and successful candidates will be placed at the beginning of the pay range.

 

DEFINITION

Under the direction and supervision of the Deputy Fire Marshal, the Fire Prevention Specialist performs responsible, technical and specialized work in the fields of life safety inspection, engineering and code enforcement. This is an entry-level position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• May conduct public education presentations
• Resolve citizen complaints about fire related problems
• Assist in reviews of building construction plans and business emergency plans for compliance with state and local fire and life safety standards and regulations
• Provide technical assistance to fire companies
• Inspect residential, licensed care, commercial and industrial buildings, facilities and larger places of public assembly to determine and enforce compliance with local and state fire and life safety codes.
• Under supervision, interpret various federal, state and local fire and life safety codes for the public and make recommendations as needed
• Interpret policies, procedures and documents relating to business emergency plan requirements
• Review, evaluate and process business emergency plans
• Inspect, evaluate and grant fire safety clearances for state licensed care facilities
• Under supervision collect, analyze and evaluate data and prepare comprehensive reports
• Write reports based on field notes
• Issue “Notice and Order” and prepare summary information reports
• Investigate complaints from the public
• Assist in testing and accepting, life safety, fixed detection and extinguishing systems
• Work with other governmental agencies for compliance and enforcement of building and fire codes and standards, the building development and planning process, weed and rubbish abatement
• Perform related duties as required

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Organization, procedures and operating details of municipal government
• Principles and procedures of record keeping
• Software programs used in fire administration
• Department Policies and Procedures
• Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations

Ability to:

• Understand, interpret and apply the Uniform Fire Code, Uniform Building Code and other applicable federal, state and local laws
• Detect fire hazards and code violations and determine appropriate mitigation measures
• Plan and perform field work
• Read construction drawings and specifications, identifying necessary changes to bring project into compliance with appropriate building and fire codes

Education and Experience:

• Successful completion of California State Board of Fire Services accredited courses Fire Inspector 1A, 1B, 1C, and 1D
• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Criminal Justice, Engineering, Fire Protection, or Management is desirable

License or Certificate:

• Valid California State Driver’s License

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

 

Ability to crawl, crouch, twist upper body, sit, stand and walk for long periods of time; climb ladders and work at heights; ability to identify hazardous environments including electrical and mechanical hazards and confined spaces. Ability to analyze situations quickly and draw logical conclusions; to remain calm and follow instructions under pressure, stress and emergency situations. Work cooperatively with the public, other departments and all those encountered in the course of work. Communicate clearly on the phone, in person and in writing; deal calmly with irate citizens and contracts; enforce necessary regulations with firmness and tact. Possess the necessary visual and auditory abilities as well as physical stamina and endurance required to perform aforementioned duties.             

Under direct supervision, a Library Page is to sort, shelve, straighten, and relocate library materials on the shelves; pull library materials off shelves, and prepare the library for opening/closing procedures.  The ability to quickly and accurately sort items alphabetically and numerically.  This is an ideal job for someone who has good organizational skills, and able to work with others. A library page also provides basic directional information to library users.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

Standing in and walking between work areas is frequently required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard. Positions in this classification frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and reach to perform assigned duties, as well as push and pull carts. Employees must possess the ability to lift and carry materials and objects up to 25 pounds and push and pull materials and objects up to 75 pounds with the use of proper equipment.