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The City of Hayward is excited to announce its recruitment for the position of  Senior Building Inspector - Electrical. This is a skilled, journey-level class that requires judgment and discretion in interpreting plans and specifications while also enforcing local, state, and federal construction regulations. The quick ability to resolve technical problems in the field is a key component. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, is a resourceful and innovative problem solver, and seeks continuous improvement. Candidates with supervisory experience in the electrical field are encouraged to apply.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: April 13, 2020

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE
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• Recommend and assist in implementation of goals and objectives; establish schedules and methods for the development and implementation of programs; implement policies and procedures.
• Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, and review the work of staff involved in professional librarian and paraprofessional library assistant duties.
• Evaluate operations and activities of assigned responsibilities; recommend improvements and modifications; prepare various reports on operations and activities.
• Participate in budget preparation and administration.
• Participate in the selection of staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; conduct performance evaluations; implement discipline procedures.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate programs and services for children, adults, teens and others; recommend and implement program and procedure changes.
• 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.

For a complete list of duties, reference our job specifications at www.cityofsanmateo.org

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

Plan Checker I/II/Engineer

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

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

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

ABOUT THE POSITION
City of Gilroy is recruiting a college intern to work in the Planning Division of the Community Development Department.  The Planning Division College Intern will support the City Planners, and will provide excellent customer service at the counter by: responding to inquiries, providing information, and checking permits and related applications.  The Planning Division College Intern will have an opportunity to manage one or more current planning projects.
 
 
WORK SCHEDULE
Internships can start as early as May 1, 2020 and end as late as September 30, 2020.  There is a possibility for the internship to be continued through June 30, 2021 (on a reduced schedule as described below.)
 
Interns may work full time (40 hours per week) up to 11 weeks during summer or when school is not in session.  Interns may work part-time (up to 25 hours per week) year round if working more than 11 weeks or when school is in session.
 
The official start and end date of the internship will be determined at the time of hire. Work hours are generally Monday – Friday between   8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Interns may be assigned to attend some evening and weekend events, and off-site meetings.
 
 
ABOUT THE TEAM AND ENVIRONMENT
The Planning Division team provides a supportive environment for interns to participate in projects at varying stages in order to gain a 360-degree view of planning cycles.  The mentoring provided and learning opportunities are exceptional.  Interns participate in meetings where discussions and questions are encouraged.  Interns are provided with mentoring and hands-on learning experiences while being introduced to public service and local government policy. 

To apply, please visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Salinas

The City of Salinas is looking for an excellent leader and strategist to help develop services that teach, stir curiosity, build community and nurture lifelong learning for our customers. Be part of a management team that is making important changes for our Library and community. Help lead staff in delivering programming that has a lasting impact on Salinas residents. The Senior Librarian will be responsible for delivering classes and programming that supports early learning, STEAM education and much more.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:  All applicants must provide proof of education at the time of application or submit to the Human Resources Department. Applications are incomplete without the required document. 

Summary of Duties: The Senior Librarian performs advanced and professional programming, supervision, leadership, delivery of services, and strategic planning within the Department. Plans and implements programs, mentors and coaches staff, manages logistics of services, and represents the library in various community partnerships.

Distinguishing Characteristics: This is the advanced journey level position in the librarian series and is distinguished from lower level professional library classes by experience, supervision of specialized library programs, and by the performance of more complex and challenging assignments. Receives direction from the Library and Community Services Director or his/her designee, and exercises general supervision of subordinate library professional, technical and clerical staff, and volunteers.

Essential Job Functions

1. Mentors, coaches, supervises, and evaluates library staff and volunteers; sets work priorities, provides yearly evaluations, promotes excellent customer service, coordinates all work to meet administrative goals, and empowers staff and volunteers.
2. Identifies, assesses, and initiates programs to meet the needs of the community; plans, develops, and oversees programs; ensures programs receive resources, proper budgets, professional feedback, and excellent evaluation to ensure their continued success
3. Selects materials for inclusion in special program collections
4. Researches and addresses the barriers to efficient delivery of services and programs; manages logistics, delivers supplies, and maintains regular communication with staff to facilitate quality, well-planned, and expertly implemented programs
5. Assists in developing library policies and procedures in area of assignment
6. Establishes, builds, and cultivates community-wide partnerships and relationships; works with the media and contributes to public relations efforts; attends meetings and promotes collaborative planning; identifies goals, objectives, and methods and works with organizations to cohesively create enriching and educational programs and services
7. Communicates regularly with peers, administration, and community members; identifies areas of need, resolves potential conflicts, summarizes information gathered, and documents meeting discussions and action items
8. Participates in the creation, development, and prioritization of the Library Services budget; identifies grant opportunities; oversees and manages grant proposals; creates documents, gathers statistics, collects information, and compiles data
9. Supports the development and implementation of the Library Services Strategic Plan; collaborates with colleagues to create and implement vision, strategies and goals; provides direction, generates creative solutions, and allocates resources to ensure the goals and objectives are being met
10. Provides and promotes excellent customer service and community programs; participates in community activities and serves as a representative for the Library
11. Performs other duties as assigned

Typical Decisions: The incumbent must be able to provide excellent and professional customer service, and handle concerns and issues. Consistently engages staff in long term goals and builds positive team relationships. Provides staffing, resource, budget, program, and operational direction and decisions.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Personnel supervision, training and management
• Principles of library management and collection development, including utilizing integrated library systems
• Grant development, funding, administration, and proposals
• Public library systems, services, and programs
• Computer skills including design programs and spreadsheets;
• Research techniques, reference sources, and availability of information
• Reporting methods and data delivery
• Current trends and innovations in Library industry and services

 Skill in:

• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with department staff, library, and community patrons
• Coordinating activities and operations of specialized library programs
• Conflict resolution and personnel management
• Customer service; operating various office equipment.
• Preparing and overseeing budgets

 Ability to:

• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Make public presentations and reports
• Operate various modern office equipment
• Manage, train and evaluate assigned staff
• Organize tasks and meet deadlines
• Interpret, analyze and apply policies, procedures and regulations

Education: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.  Master's Degree in Library and Information Science from a school accredited by the American Library Association (ALA) is preferred.

Experience: Five year's increasingly responsible professional library experience including two years of supervisory experience. Or a Master's degree in Library and Information Science from a school accredited by the ALA and three years of increasingly responsible professional library experience, including one year of supervisory experience.

Licenses and Certifications:  A valid State of California Class C Driver's License

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:  Subject will be sitting in an office environment for extended periods of time with frequent standing at the counter. Mental acuity to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and make valid judgments. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to thirty pounds.  Travel for trainings, meetings, and visits to various facilities may occur. May be required to work  evenings and weekends.
Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.  Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
 
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: A veteran is defined in accordance with California Government Code 18540.4. In order to exercise this preference, the veteran must submit the City's Veteran's Preference Application (found here: https://www.cityofsalinas.org/sites/default/files/departments_files/human_resources_files/veteranspreferencepolicy.pdf) and provide a copy of the DD-214 form at time of application as proof of military status. Failure to submit the required forms will be deemed a waiver of veteran's preference. Military veterans shall be given preference in initial appointment to City service. Further details can be obtained from the Human Resources Department, at 831-758-7254.

SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants' qualifications will be evaluated based on the information provided on the employment application. The exam process may consist of an application appraisal, oral interview, performance exam and/or written exam. The City reserves the right to use alternate testing procedures if deemed necessary. CITY COMMUNICATION REGARDING THE SELECTION PROCESS WILL BE VIA E-MAIL. PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU HAVE ACCESS TO THE E-MAIL ON YOUR APPLICATION. Finalist interview/assessment will be held with the City of Salinas.  
 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Salinas does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, or any other non-merit factor. The City of Salinas makes reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability. Individuals requiring any accommodation in order to participate in the testing process must inform the Human Resources Director in writing no later than the final filing date stated in this job announcement. Requests for accommodation should include an explanation of the type and extent of accommodations needed to participate in the selection process and/or to perform the duties of the job for which they have applied. EEO Utilization Report is available for candidate review upon request.
 
SALARY STEPS: Appointments are normally made at the first step. Consideration is given for increase to the second step after successful completion of a six-month probationary period. (Employees appointed at a higher step will be eligible for consideration for the next step after one year, providing they successfully complete a six-month probationary period.)

For questions, please contact Patricia Peñaloza, Senior Human Resources Analyst, at (831) 758-7416 or patricia.penaloza@ci.salinas.ca.us.

TO VIEW JOB ANNOUNCEMENT, CLICK JOB PDF OR JOB ANNOUNCEMENT URL BELOW.

To apply, please visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Salinas

The City of Salinas is accepting applications for Legal Secretary. Experience with civil litigation is highly desirable. The ideal candidate will have the ability to support all aspects of civil litigation defense and have knowledge of and experience serving and e-filing documents in the various state and federal courts. 

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: All interested applicants must provide proof of education and a typing certificate reflecting 40 net words per minute, valid within the last twelve months, at the time of application or submit to the Human Resources Department prior to the closing date. Self-administered typing exams are not accepted. Applications are incomplete without the required documents.

Summary of Duties: Under limited supervision, the Legal Secretary performs a wide variety of confidential, complex, and responsible clerical, secretarial, and administrative duties and tasks for the City Attorney's Office.

Distinguishing Characteristics: This is a journey level class within the City Attorney's Office. The incumbent performs standard legal administrative, clerical, and secretarial tasks within a defined set of standards and procedures. Receives general supervision from the City Attorney and will receive direct supervision from other attorneys within the office.

Essential Job Functions

1. Performs a wide variety of responsible and confidential secretarial duties for the City Attorney, office attorneys, and staff
2. Collects, drafts, and inputs a variety of materials, including general correspondence, documents, and memoranda; prepares and processes correspondence and legal documents requiring knowledge of legal format, terminology, and procedures
3. Establishes, monitors, and maintain various files, documents, and memoranda on cases; ensures information and evidence is tracked, cataloged, and applied properly
4. Maintains multiple appointments and City Attorney's calendar
5. Indexes, organizes,  and files legal documents as well as organizes and maintains a wide variety of information and materials in support of the attorneys
6. Provides receptionist skills to answer and screen telephone calls and requests for information in a courteous and professional manner; professionally routes calls and requests to the attorneys, other departments, and answers questions when possible
7. Makes reservations and travel arrangements for attorneys
8. Prepares, processes, and maintains all department payroll and personnel records, including leave requests and other payroll-related forms
9. Prepares and processes personnel actions and hiring requisitions; issues requisitions to purchase supplies and law books
10. Performs general and confidential support services for the office including making appointments, arranging meetings, drafting, filing, and maintaining related documents
11. Provides various other secretarial, clerical, and administrative expertise to ensure the success and accuracy of the department and its legal work
12. Performs other duties as assigned

 
Typical Decisions: The incumbent will make daily decisions regarding clerical, secretarial, and administrative office tasks. Must understand confidentiality and be able to handle employee files, information, resources, confidential data.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Legal terminology and the forms and documents used in legal clerical work 
• Legal procedures and practices involved in proof-reading and reviewing, processing, and filing a variety of legal documents used in civil and criminal litigation, administrative matters and small claims court
• Standard legal references and their contents 
• Modern office practices, procedures and equipment
• Business letter writing
• English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation
• Filing and record keeping systems
• Computer software programs such as Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, and Legal Solutions

Ability to:

• Understanding the organization and operation of the City and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities
• Communicating clearly and concisely, orally and in writing
• Working cooperatively with attorneys, staff, and other departments and outside agencies
• Preparing routine legal documents without the assistance of or advice of an attorney with attention to detail
• Reading, interpreting, and applying rules and directions
• Promoting and maintaining safety in the workplace
• Working effectively and efficiently under deadlines; handling a variety of tasks simultaneously
• Type at a minimum of 40 words per minute

Education: High School Diploma/GED

Experience: Four years of increasingly responsible experience in secretarial and office support work, including public contact and preferably including a minimum of two years of legal secretary experience or technical activities related to law office assignments or sixty college units in a related field. Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred, but not required.

Licenses and Certifications: A California State Driver's License.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions: This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to twenty-five pounds.

Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. May spend an extensive amount of time at a computer terminal.
 
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required.
 

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: A veteran is defined in accordance with California Government Code 18540.4. In order to exercise this preference, the veteran must submit the City's Veteran's Preference Application (found here: https://www.cityofsalinas.org/sites/default/files/departments_files/human_resources_files/veteranspreferencepolicy.pdf) and provide a copy of the DD-214 form at time of application as proof of military status. Failure to submit the required forms will be deemed a waiver of veteran's preference. Military veterans shall be given preference in initial appointment to City service. Further details can be obtained from the Human Resources Department, at 831-758-7254.

SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants' qualifications will be evaluated based on the information provided on the employment application. The exam process may consist of an application appraisal, oral interview, performance exam and/or written exam. The City reserves the right to use alternate testing procedures if deemed necessary. CITY COMMUNICATION REGARDING THE SELECTION PROCESS WILL BE VIA E-MAIL. PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU HAVE ACCESS TO THE E-MAIL ON YOUR APPLICATION. Finalist interview/assessment will be held with the City of Salinas.  
 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Salinas does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, or any other non-merit factor. The City of Salinas makes reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability. Individuals requiring any accommodation in order to participate in the testing process must inform the Human Resources Director in writing no later than the final filing date stated in this job announcement. Requests for accommodation should include an explanation of the type and extent of accommodations needed to participate in the selection process and/or to perform the duties of the job for which they have applied. EEO Utilization Report is available for candidate review upon request.
 
SALARY STEPS: Appointments are normally made at the first step. Consideration is given for increase to the second step after successful completion of a six-month probationary period. (Employees appointed at a higher step will be eligible for consideration for the next step after one year, providing they successfully complete a six-month probationary period.)

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

THE POSITION:

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

This position performs the following essential job duties:

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

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

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

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

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

LANGUAGE/MATHEMATICAL/REASONING SKILLS:

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

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

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

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

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

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

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

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

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

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

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

THE POSITION:

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

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

This position performs the following essential job duties:

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

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

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

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

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

LANGUAGE/MATHEMATICAL/REASONING SKILLS:

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

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

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

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

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

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

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

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

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

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

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

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

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

The Senior Planner also:

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

THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT: 

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

REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge of:

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

Ability to:

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

Education/Training/Experience:

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

Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:

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

First application review deadline – 11:59 pm, Monday, March 30, 2020

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

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

The City of Sausalito is a drug free workplace.

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