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The Central Marin Fire Authority invites applications for the position of:

Firefighter-Paramedic

Salary Depending on Experience is $29.26 - $35.57 per hour (additional 2% salary increase scheduled for July 2019)

The Firefighter-Paramedic responds to all types of fires, emergency medical incidents, hazardous materials incidents, rescues, and other calls for assistance in the protection of life, property and environment; operates and maintains vehicles, apparatus, equipment, stations and communication systems; teaches fire safety to the public; participates in physical fitness and career development programs; and performs other duties as required. Performs Advanced Life Support care and transports patients utilizing the Central Marin Fire Department Ambulance or provides early ALS Interventions as an Engine Company Paramedic. 

FINAL FILING DATE: We are accepting applications until closing at 5 pm, February 25, 2019.

IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY INFORMATION.

THE POSITION

The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the regular and full-time position of Recreation Superintendent in the Parks, Recreation, and Libraries Department.  The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 –5 pm; a flex schedule may be available.

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

DEFINITION

To plan, organize and direct a variety of community service activities within the Parks, Recreation, & Libraries Department; to coordinate activities with other departments; and to provide highly responsible technical support to Department Management.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

• Receives general direction from the Department Management.
• Exercises direct supervision over supervisory, technical, and administrative support personnel.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Recommend and implement section goals and objectives; establish performance standards and methods for a variety of community service activities; develop and implement policies and procedures.
• Plan, develop and oversee the work of staff and contract services staff involved in community service activities.
• Evaluate operations and activities of assigned unit; implement improvements and modifications; prepare various reports on operations and activities.
• Participate in budget preparation and administration; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations; submit justifications for staff, supplies, equipment, and services; monitor and control expenditures.
• Participate in the selection of staff; coordinate staff training; conduct performance evaluations; recommend discipline; implement discipline procedures as directed.
• Oversee the operations of a variety of community service programs provided through sports centers, community centers, interpretive, educational and library facilities, youth/adult class, camps, aquatics, teen/youth sports, adult sports, child care, senior activities, at risk youth and teen services, literacy, golf courses and special events.
• Oversee program and facility planning and operations of community centers, sports facilities, swimming pools, recreation and library facilities.
• Manage a variety of service contracts related to the operation of facilities, programs, and events.
• Develop and implement a variety of marketing activities to encourage community interest and awareness of community service activities; oversee special events, publication of written materials, City website information, and relation promotional information
• Answer questions and provide information to the public; investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of recreation and community service programs.
• Pertinent local, State, Federal rules, regulations and laws.
• Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment.
• Principles and practices of research analysis and management.
• Principles and practices of budget development, implementation, and monitoring.
• Principles and practices of supervision, training and performance evaluation.
• Principles and practices of negotiation, and building partnerships.
• Principles and practices of work safety.

Ability to:

• Organize, implement and direct a variety of community service activities.
• On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job.  Intermittently analyze work papers, reports and special projects; identify and interpret technical and numerical information; observe and problem solve operational and technical policy and procedures.
• On a continuous basis, sit at desk for long periods of time.  Intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone, and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means; and lift or carry weight of 10 pounds or less.
• Interpret and explain pertinent City and department policies and procedures.
• Assist in the development and monitoring of assigned program budget.
• Develop and recommend policies and procedures related to assigned operations.
• Supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Experience:

Five years of increasingly responsible experience in community services, library, recreation and/or parks, including two years of supervisory experience.

AND

Training:

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

License or Certificate

Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

1. Your responses to question 4, the applicant’s education, training and experience, will be scored using a pre-determined formula.  Your responses to these questions must be consistent with your employment application information.  This experience must also be described in the “Work Experience" section of this application.  Responses to the supplemental questionnaire that are inconsistent from your “Work Experience” section in the application will not be scored.  I understand and agree with the above instructions.

• Yes
• No

2. Was any of the work experience listed on your application an unpaid internship, or volunteer work?  If so, please list below which ones.

3. With the current reorganization efforts, this position is being evaluated to have a more generalized role in the department with areas of oversight including Recreation, Libraries, Parks, Open Space and Business Services. How will you integrate yourself into this new generalized role?

4. How many years of increasingly responsible experience do you have in community services, library, recreation and/or parks?

• Less than 5 years
• 5-6 Years
• 6-7 Years
• 7-8 Years
• 8-9 Years
• 9+ Years

SELECTION PROCESS

All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will have their experience scored in the Formula Rate Examination.  The applicant’s experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula.  Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the Employment List.  Final promotional appointment is contingent upon having successfully passed a City-paid pre-employment medical exam specific for the position for which applied.

THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.  IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS.  MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION.

The City of Redwood City invites you to apply for the full-time (38 hours per week) position of Senior Library Assistant.  The Senior Library Assistant performs a wide array of high-level library work and customer service.  The current vacancy is based at our neighborhood family-friendly Schaberg Branch Library, performing a wide variety of technical library work, providing services for children, adults and families, and administering the day-to-day activities of the library.  The candidate may also be assigned to work at other Redwood City Public Library locations.  This position will require work during the day, evenings and weekends.  We may use the eligibility list created from this recruitment process to fill any positions that occur in other Redwood City Public Library locations, during the life of the eligibility list.

The ideal candidate will embrace the City’s emphasis on excellent customer service; will be detail oriented and able to manage multiple tasks; will use initiative and independent judgment; will be a team player who likes working with a variety of City staff and the public including people of diverse socio-economic backgrounds; and have a good sense of humor.

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

Under varying levels of supervision, the Community Risk Officer schedules, completes, documents and records fire life and safety programs and other education programs for the Menlo Park Fire Protection District; creates, updates, and distributes District publications and handouts; schedules and/or coordinates the presentation of educational services at various public facilities and may evaluate and/or analyze the effectiveness and needs of different programs; may perform lower level fire inspections and weed abatement.  Work is assigned in terms of general objectives and results obtained; subject to being called back when off duty and may work on weekends or be assigned irregular work hours during the day or evening; performs related work as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Community Risk Officer I- This is the entry-level class in the series. Positions in this class typically have little or no directly related work experience and work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks. This class is distinguished from the II level by the performance of less than the full range of duties assigned to the II level. Incumbents work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks, progressing to general supervision as procedures and processes of assigned area of responsibility are learned.

Community Risk Officer II- This is the journey level class within the series and has the ability to perform the full range of duties assigned, with only occasional instruction or assistance as unique situations arise. Incumbents receive general supervision from an assigned supervisor. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level.

Community Risk Officer III- This class is distinguished from the Community Risk Officer II position in that incumbents in this class perform advanced journey level work requiring a high level of independence and specialized knowledge, performs more analytical work and program management, and/or provides lead direction over assigned staff.  This class is also distinguished by attainment of California State Fire Marshal’s Fire Instructor 1A and 1B.

Typical and Important Duties

1. Inform the public of weed abatement and fire and life safety requirements; prepare, exhibit, and perform research on property descriptions and ownership; receive complaints and investigate reports of violations of weed abatement and fire and life safety laws; inform offenders of violations and the means to gain compliance;
2. Maintain lists of properties; mail notices and perform surveys of properties to ascertain

compliance;

3. Gather evidence for presentation to the Board of Directors or a court of law;
4. Prepare written reports and make verbal presentations to the Board of Directors in those cases where appeals are filed by the offender; prepare work orders and coordinate abatement of properties with contractors;
5. Coordinate billing through various County agencies involved;
6. Provide backup for fire and life safety educational programs for presentation
7. Perform annual fire and life safety occupancy inspections; investigate and maintain complaints and fire and life safety hazards for safe resolution.
8. Prepares general correspondence, summary reports and completes records of educational activities.
9. Fills out and maintains various records and activity forms.
10. Recommends budget requirements for risk reduction programs.  Incumbents in the III class will have more control over the division budget.
11. Recruits and coordinates additional resources for risk reduction programs.
12. Maintains various records of presentations made, included courses attempted, materials issues, and recommendations for procedural changes and equipment and supplies needed for additional educational programs; may participate in special assignments performing essential tasks for program continuity. 
13. Stays current with changes in education, technology, rules, regulations, and laws related to the work.
14. Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Job-related Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of finance, accounting, bookkeeping, purchasing, and office and records management.

• Public education techniques.

• Applicable federal, state and local laws, rules, and regulations.
• Principles and practices of administrative, organizational and procedural analysis.

• Principles and practices of public relations and public education.
• Principles and practices of local emergency management.
• Basic budgetary principles and practices.
• Basic community emergency and disaster support and assistance resources.

Ability to:

• Develop and implement new disaster programs within the District.
• Work with multiple computer programs to create brochures, training manuals, and marketing materials.

• Coordinate multiple activities, meet deadlines, and work independently with a minimum of supervision.
• Provide training on emergency preparedness activities.
• Prepare clear, accurate and concise reports, procedures, and other written materials.
• Represent the District in meetings with representative of other public and private organizations.
• Work with a diverse group of individuals and adapt the program accordingly.

• Communicate effectively in writing, orally, and with others to assimilate, understand, and convey information, in a manner consistent with job functions.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with employees, supervisors, and the public.
• Learn and effectively apply local, state, and federal codes, laws, and regulations.
• Take a proactive approach to customer service issues.
• Use and maintain equipment in a safe manner.

• Understand and carry out safety policies, rules, and regulations.

• Recognize and preserve confidentiality regarding sensitive information learned in the course of the job.

• Assist with the development of strategic plans.

Skill in:

• Read, comprehend, and interpret laws and legal documents pertaining to weed abatement and fire and life safety;
• Identify the existence of code violations;
• Use proper judgment in determining the degree of compliance with various laws based on composite evidence;
• Reach independent and accurate conclusions based on a knowledge of pertinent codes and other facts of a case and determine the correct course of action;
• Prepare factually clear, concise, and complete written reports;
• Communicate and deal firmly, tactfully, and effectively with the public in difficult situations; deal effectively with others encountered in the course of work;
• Follow proper procedures and instructions in the performance of assigned duties;
• Interpreting and applying applicable federal, state, and/or local laws, rules, and regulations.
• Speaking in public and giving presentations, and working with the community.
• Basic keyboarding.

• Operating a personal computer and appropriate worked-related applications, such as word processing, spreadsheet, calendaring, and e-mail systems, etc.

Experience and Training

Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:

Experience: Two years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a related public safety field, such as office of emergency services, fire, police, emergency medical, or emergency communications.

Training:  Equivalent to graduation from high school.  Possession of an Associate’s degree in a related field is preferred. For the class III - California State Fire Marshal Community Risk Educator and Community Risk Specialist courses.

Licenses and Certificates

All licenses and certifications must be maintained as a condition of employment.

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California Driver’s License, which must be maintained as a condition of employment.
• Must be able to pass a Department of Justice background check.

• CPR/First Aid Certification is desirable.

NOTE: Positions may be filled at the I, II, or III level. If hired at the Community Risk Officer I,  promotion to a higher level shall be based on requisite years of service in the prior classification, satisfaction of educational requirements, quality of performance, likelihood of success in the higher classification, and the needs of the District.

Special Requirements

Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:

Physical Skills: Ability to sit for extended periods of time; lift and carry 50 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone; work at a computer terminal for extended periods of time; bend, stretch, twist, reach, stoop, balance, squat, climb, crawl, kneel or assume crouched body positions;

Work Environment: Mobility to work in a typical office setting or field environment with exposure to uneven ground or floor surfaces; sudden changes and/or extremes in air temperature, pressure, or humidity; adverse weather conditions; moving objects (machinery, vehicles, etc.); heat, fire or steam, and hand and/or power tools.

Ability to: Travel to different sites and locations; drive safely to different sites and locations; maintain a safe driving record; may work protracted and irregular hours

CITY OF SALINAS, CALIFORNIA

INVITES YOUR INTEREST IN THE POSITION OF
FIRE CHIEF

THE COMMUNITY
The City of Salinas is the 34th largest City in the state with a population of approximately 161,042. It is located in beautiful Monterey County, California. Salinas offers a great career opportunity for a Fire Chief. 

As the city with the largest population in California’s Central Coast, Salinas is a multicultural and diverse community and a key asset in today’s global economy.   The City’s diverse community is comprised of an approximate 75% Hispanic population. The median age of the community is 29.3 years young.  The region offers various cultural family events and consistent Mediterranean climate for year-long outdoor activity.  Salinas also boasts about being among the top ten cities in the nation with the cleanest air.

With world-class events that take place in the city each year, such as the California Air Show, California Rodeo, and Forbes Ag Tech Summit, and world-renowned amenities right next door, including the Pebble Beach Golf Resort and the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Salinas is a place that truly has it all. The city is also home to a wealth of cultural and historic assets, including the Steinbeck museum– the only museum in the country devoted to a single author - along with Steinbeck’s family home.  Additionally, Salinas is home to educational institutions such as Hartnell Community College founded in 1920 and California State University Monterey Bay.  

Although agriculture forms the economic base, more than 100 manufacturing, financial, and medical related firms call Salinas home. Salinas has a global reputation as an agriculture and innovation hub.  It is a source for agricultural research and resources and is developing the latest technology and advancements. Some of the largest employers in the city include the County of Monterey, Taylor Farms, D’Arrigo Bros, and Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital.

THE CITY GOVERNMENT
The City of Salinas was incorporated in 1874 and became a Charter City in 1903.  The City operates under a Council-Manager form of government. The City Manager is responsible for all City departments except the appointed City Attorney. The seven-member City Council includes six members elected by district for four-year staggered terms on a nonpartisan basis, plus the Mayor who is elected at-large and serves a term of two years.

The City employs 728 full and part-time employees with a FY 2018-19 budget of $280M. The City Manager leads and directs the City’s seven departments: Administration, Community Development, Finance, Fire, Library and Community Services, Public Works, and the Police Department.

MISSION AND VISION STATEMENT
The Salinas Fire Department is dedicated to preserving and protecting the safety of our community with integrity, pride and commitment.  We will do this with diversity of thought and people while ensuring fiscal responsibility.  Our steadfast belief in each other and our mission guides us in providing dynamic, professional service to our community through emergency response and community risk reduction.

THE DEPARTMENT
The Fire Department provides 24-hour prevention, response, mitigation, and recovery efforts for fires, hazardous materials, emergency medical services, traffic collisions and aircraft emergencies, and all other emergency and non-emergency service requests within the City of Salinas corporate limits, approximately 23.5 square miles.  The primary goal of the Fire Department is the protection of life, property, and the environment for those that live, work, and visit the City of Salinas.  All divisions of the Fire Department—Administration, Suppression and Rescue, Emergency Medical Services, Prevention, Disaster Preparedness, Training, Vehicle Maintenance, and Hazardous Materials—work in conjunction to support this goal.

The Department has six stations and is working on a plan for a seventh station.   Monterey County Regional Fire Protection District also contracts with the City for fire protection services for a portion of its district on the northwest side of the City, bringing the total area protected to approximately 35 square miles.  

The department has 100 employees with three operational shifts working a 48/96 hour schedule.  Each shift includes a Battalion Chief, 8 Captains, 8 Engineers and 12 Firefighters staffing six Advanced Life Support (ALS) engines and two tiller trucks.  The department has one regional mobile command-communications vehicle, one Type-3 engine and one Aircraft Rescue Firefighting (ARFF) apparatus.

In addition, the Salinas and Seaside Fire Departments provide Hazardous Material (HazMat) response teams for Monterey County.  Department Administrative support is provided by the Fire Chief, a Deputy Fire Chief, Battalion Chief-Fire Marshal, Battalion Chief – Training, Administrative Secretary, Office Technician, EMS Officer, and 3 Fire Inspectors.  The department budget for FY 2018-2019 is $24M. 

The Salinas Fire Department is committed to providing professional services to Salinas residents, businesses, and visitors with integrity, respect, and compassion.

THE POSITION
•    The Fire Chief is an at-will position reporting directly to the City Manager.
•    Oversees all divisions of the Fire Department.
•    Plans, organizes, coordinates, and administers operational activities.
•    Analyzes operational costs and directs preparation of annual budget requests and justifications.
•    Administer the annual budget.
•    Attends City Council and community meetings.
•    Facilitates the counseling and disciplining of personnel.
•    Determines service levels and staffing requirements.
•    Fulfills emergency response obligations on a 24/7 basis, as needed.
•    Most importantly, builds and maintains positive working relationships with other departments, coworkers, other City employees, community groups and the public.
•    Please visit the City website for a complete job description.
 

Apply for a Supervising Librarian (Senior Librarian) position with San Mateo County Libraries (SMCL) and join us in igniting growth through transformative experiences!

San Mateo County Libraries are an invaluable community resource, an amazing family, a springboard for opportunities, and our staff are what makes it so special.  We're champions of learning, sharing, and exploration -- of open minds, new ideas, and bright futures.  It's our mission and our passion to strengthen our community by creating an inclusive sense of place and an environment for learning. We seek enthusiastic team players, creative risk takers, and flexible individuals who proactively search for new opportunities to make public library services relevant to all members of the community. 

The Supervising Librarian position is an opportunity for skilled librarians to gain supervisory experience and move forward in their careers.  Join the San Mateo County Libraries team and become a champion of what libraries can be and do in their communities!

The Supervising Librarian is the front-line supervisory level in the librarian series.  It is distinguished from the Library Branch Manager in that the latter is responsible for higher-level management activities (planning, goal-setting, budgeting, representing the Library, etc.).  It is distinguished from the Librarian I/II position in that the Senior Librarian directly supervises staff and directs the activities of a community library/division.

Note: The eligible list generated by this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies throughout San Mateo County Libraries, which includes locations in Atherton, Belmont, Brisbane, East Palo Alto, Foster City, Half Moon Bay, Millbrae, Pacifica, Portola Valley, San Carlos, and Woodside. The immediate vacancies we are looking to fill are anticipated at the Atherton and Foster City Libraries, though this could change by the time of interviews.

Under general direction, the Supervising Librarian will:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of an assigned library/division and supervise staff.
• Provide excellent customer service, develop innovative, relevant community programs and outreach, manage collections, and coach staff to do the same.
• Take the lead on complex and specialized assignments within their library/division, as well as system wide.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Excited about new projects and challenges and energized by working in a rapidly changing environment.
• Dedicated and have a strong orientation towards employee development and engagement.
• A positive, enthusiastic leader with strong interpersonal skills.
• Focused on professional growth and development.
• Able to work regularly scheduled evening and weekend shifts.

• Select, train, manage, supervise, and mentor assigned staff; and build relationships with direct reports by scheduling and holding individual weekly check-ins to provide ongoing coaching and evidence-based performance support.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of the community library/division, ensuring that schedules and staffing appropriately support customer service, programs, and outreach.
• Train library staff and volunteers in a wide variety of areas related to operations, programs, and services.
• Provide excellent customer service to library patrons with a wide variety of needs.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate new or improved library programs/services.
• Support and participate in a variety of library program areas, such as adult, teen and children's services, outreach, collection management, and/or access services, within a community library/division.
• Provide input into setting and implementing community library/division goals, objectives, policies, and programs.
• Provide input for budget planning and track assigned budget areas in order to assist manager.
• Compile reports for the branch, as requested by the Library executive team or the manager.
• Participate in the recommendation and administration of operational policies, procedures, and processes for assigned branch.
• Promote library services to the community through education and outreach.
• Manage services and operations of assigned branch in the absence of manager.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Principles of functional supervision including organizing and coordinating activities.
• Principles of staff supervision including work planning, scheduling, evaluation, employee training, and corrective action.
• Best practices in assessing the diverse composition of communities and their needs.
• Principles of customer service.
• Library values, ethics, and purposes.
• Best practices in library programming, services, outreach, organization, and procedures.
• Library trends.
• Principles of library materials selection and current knowledge of adult, teen, and/or children's literature, film, and/or music.
• Technology related to library and general office functions, as well as, best practices for troubleshooting.

• Establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with staff, the public, and community organization.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Analyze library problems and implement their solutions.
• Lead efforts for improvement and change.
• Plan and develop services and programs.
• Plan and supervise the work of staff, and provide training as needed.
• Develop library programs/projects.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Conduct needs assessments.
• Work with a variety of library and general office technologies and assist in implementation of new technologies.
• Learn and grow in a changing environment.

Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help, or temporary position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.

The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense. 

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the 'Apply' button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply.

~TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE ~
Final Filing Date: February 26, 2019
Application Screening: March 7, 2019
Tentative Panel Interview: March 20 and/or 21, 2019
 

At the County of San Mateo, we welcome and celebrate the diversity of our employees, and strive to create a workplace where they feel valued every day. County of San Mateo is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
 

Analyst: Christina Chan (020619) (Senior Librarian - K003)

San Mateo County Libraries are an invaluable community resource, an amazing family, a springboard for opportunities. And our staff are what makes it so special. We're champions of learning, sharing, and exploration -- of open minds, new ideas, and bright futures. It's our mission and our passion to strengthen our community by creating an inclusive sense of place and an environment for learning. We seek enthusiastic team players, creative risk takers, and flexible individuals who proactively search for new opportunities to make public library services relevant to all members of the community. Join the San Mateo County Libraries team and become a champion of what libraries can be and do in their communities.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced manager looking to move into a progressive, forward-thinking organization, or for a skilled librarian to transition into a management role.  Library Branch Managers report to a Deputy Director and are members of the Library's Management Team, leading the effort to fulfill our strategic plan.  Library Branch Managers act as champions within the organization, ensuring that spaces, programs and services all embody our exciting brand.

Note: The eligible list generated by this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies throughout San Mateo County Libraries, which includes locations in Atherton, Belmont, Brisbane, East Palo Alto, Foster City, Half Moon Bay, Millbrae, Pacifica, Portola Valley, San Carlos, and Woodside. The immediate vacancy we are looking to fill is anticipated at the Atherton and Brisbane Libraries, though this could change by the time of interviews.

The Library Branch Manager I/II:

• Plans, develops, coordinates, organizes, directs and supervises the activities of one or multiple library branches.
• Develops goals and objectives for branch(es) and staff that align with San Mateo County Libraries' vision, mission, strategic goals and brand.
• Manages and coaches a team of staff to provide excellent and innovative library services to the community in a positive environment.
• Leads and supports staff in engaging in smart risk-taking, striving for innovation and embracing change.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of programs and conducts community needs assessments.
• Works closely with Friends of the Library and other community groups to support and expand library programming and services.
• Leads and supports the planning and implementation of programs and services throughout San Mateo County Libraries.

Qualifications

Education: A Master of Library Science or recognized equivalent degree, from an American Library Association accredited college or university is required.

Experience: Any combination of experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to qualify is four years of experience as a librarian, including one year of supervisory experience.

Knowledge of:

• Management principles and practices.
• Library purposes, organization techniques and procedures.
• Principles and practices of library science.
• Budget principles and practices.
• Principles and techniques of supervision.

Skill/Ability to:

• Plan, direct, and evaluate programs and activities.
• Select, train, supervise, and evaluate staff.
• Analyze and resolve problems.
• Work cooperatively and effectively with others.
• Conduct needs assessments and perform community outreach.
• Identify, define, and seek creative solutions to improve library service.
• Make determinations on library materials.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.

SAN MATEO COUNTY LIBRARIES
San Mateo County Libraries (SMCL) is a Joint Powers Authority comprised of the cities of Atherton, Belmont, Brisbane, East Palo Alto, Foster City, Half Moon Bay, Millbrae, Pacifica, Portola Valley, San Carlos, Woodside, and the unincorporated areas of San Mateo County, a service area with approximately 279,000 residents, 65% of whom have library cards. Named a four-star library by Library Journal for the 11th consecutive year, SMCL ranked 4th in California among similar peer libraries.  The 2.2 million visitors to SMCL libraries last year checked out more than 3.4 million materials and accessed public computers for more than 230,000 hours. Annually, over 12,000 programs and activities are provided to more than 329,000 children, teens, and adults. From book clubs to bike clinics, video game design to resume workshops, salsa tastings to Mid-Autumn Festivals, San Mateo County Libraries provides a variety of exciting library programs and events for our diverse communities.  For more information about San Mateo County Libraries, please visit www.smcl.org.

First review of applications will be February 15th, however this position will remain open until filled.  Interested applicants are encouraged to apply early.

Under general supervision, assists in the planning, coordination, and implementation of the activities, operations, and duties in support of the District's information technology network; researches, installs, configures, and maintains all components of the data network infrastructure; implements new systems, programs, and hardware and software upgrades; implements, monitors, and maintains network security; coordinates assigned activities with other departments and outside agencies; provides highly technical and complex staff assistance to the Information Technology Manager; and performs related work as required.

Class Characteristics

This is a single-position class responsible for designing, planning, implementing, and maintaining the District’s computer network infrastructure, including hardware, operating systems, and desktop/network applications.  Responsibilities include maintaining network firewalls, routers, and switches, administering the e-mail system, and providing technical support to District staff.  Successful performance of the work requires extensive knowledge of information technology infrastructure, systems, operations, maintenance, and repair.  This class is distinguished from Information Technology Manager in that the latter has full management and supervisory authority in planning, organizing, and directing the full scope of information systems operations.

Examples of TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

1. Researches, installs, configures, and maintains all network hardware and software, including switches, routers, and firewalls, for functionality and security.
2. Manages network architecture, including local area network (LAN) and wide area network (WAN) technologies.
3. Manages multiple servers, workstations, and terminals, ensuring proper integration of these components with existing system architecture.
4. Implements new systems, programs, and hardware and software upgrades; supports technical requirements of software for users; identifies, analyzes, and resolves software and network problems; researches and selects new software to improve internal information technology processes.
5. Conducts growth analysis and planning to prepare for and minimize costs of system expansion.
6. Designs, implements, and upgrades network architecture to accommodate growing communication requirements.
7. Maintains and troubleshoots networks, systems, and applications to identify and correct malfunctions and other operational problems.
8. Troubleshoots network connectivity problems; monitors the performance of the network system; tracks possible problem areas affecting response time and prepares recommendations for correction of problems and improvement in performance.
9. Provides security authorization for application access and coordinates security maintenance on department computer systems with the Information Technology Manager and WAN administrators or technical support staff.
10. Works with vendor representatives to identify and correct causes of hardware and software malfunctions and to perform enhancements; coordinates the work of outside consultants.
11. Represents the department at conferences on specialized topics and at meetings with appropriate vendors.
12. Coordinates special projects in support of District-wide functions.
13. Manages engine inspection reports for fire safety; posts data and reports to the SharePoint site.
14. Implements, monitors, and maintains network security; ensures proper user accessibility, including remote access through the virtual private network; oversees security procedures; configures and implements security policies; monitors logs for intrusion attempts; secures systems from internal and external threats.
15. Defines and implements network disaster recovery; ensures hardware, software, and information protection and file integrity; oversees backup procedures.
16. Develops and implements backup policies and procedures; performs system backups.
17. Develops, implements, maintains, and enforces policies and procedures for network administration.
18. Responds to inquiries from other computer support staff and from other departments.
19. Identifies opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures; reviews with appropriate management staff and implements improvements; works with District staff to maintain, revise, or improve the overall information technology operation.
20. Maintains and compiles an electronic documentation library of user procedures manuals, technical references, training manuals, handbooks and guides; maintains logs, charts, diagrams, and testing data for the District’s data and voice network.
21. Performs other duties as assigned.

The Library Services Department is seeking innovative, collaborative, and technologically savvy individuals for the Public Services teams at the Thousand Oaks Library.  The accomplished library professionals will provide excellent customer service to a diverse population, including adults, teens, and children. 

The current Librarian opportunities are for Children’s and Young Adult Services.  The list established from this recruitment may be utilized for additional vacancies as they occur.

Primary responsibilities:

• Provide reference and referral services to patrons (in-person and online)
• Develop, plan and present a variety of cultural and instructional programs and events for adults, teens and children, including early literacy-based story times, computer/resource instruction for all ages and literary special events
• Promote Library resources and services to local community
  • Develop, coordinate and provide outreach services, tours, and promotional programs to schools, community groups and other key stakeholders
• Work with other divisions within the Library, and throughout the City, to enhance overall service to the community
• Assist with the implementation of Library policies and procedures to ensure a safe and positive environment for patrons
• Perform collection management responsibilities, including selection, clean-out, and marketing