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The City of Redwood City’s Library Department invites you to apply for the part-time (20 hours per week) regular position of Library Assistant I/II providing a variety of services for children, adults, and families.  

The current openings are based at the Downtown Library. Bilingual ability (Spanish/English) is desirable.

A person in this classification performs a wide variety of technical and clerical library work related to such activities as circulation and assisting customers in a team-oriented atmosphere.  The candidate will be friendly, outgoing, enthusiastic, creative, technologically savvy and able to consistently provide superb service to a diverse community of library users.  The candidate may also be assigned to work at other Redwood City Public Library locations. 

The position will require work during the day, evenings and weekends. We may use the eligibility list created from this recruitment process to fill any part-time positions that occur in other Redwood City Public Library locations, during the life of the eligibility list.

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

The City of Belmont Parks & Recreation Department is recruiting for the position of Recreation Specialist I - Youth & Teen Services.

If you are an energetic candidate, who has proven abilities to engage the youth and teen population, and want to make a positive difference in their lives, this is the position for you!

As a Recreation Specialist I (Youth & Teen Services), you will: assist with the development and implementation of programs, activities and events; provide mentoring and guidance; marketing outreach efforts, oversee the ”Hideout” (Middle School Homework/After School Center) ; assist with homework, and track daily participation numbers.

The City of Redwood City Library invites you to apply for the position of Contract Project READ Program Assistant.  This is an excellent opportunity for an energetic, values-driven candidate to serve alongside our Student Tutor Coordinators and Literacy Staff with offering support and resources to our community.

This is a contract position, scheduled to work 30-35 hours per week, Monday – Thursday between the hours of 12:00PM– 9PM, and Fridays between the hours of 10:00AM – 5:00PM, as well as weekends as needed, for an anticipated term of one year.

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

The Senior Information Technology Technician repairs and maintains library information technology equipment; performs diagnostics using programs and utilities; contacts vendors and service contractors, as needed; installs replacement parts and information technology and telecommunications equipment; installs and configures PC software applications in a networked environment; and performs other related duties as assigned. 

About the Department

The Department of Transportation (DOT) plans, develops, operates, and maintains transportation facilities, services, and related systems which contribute to the livability and economic health of the City. We comprise a team of more than 470 people ready to serve the needs of our customers to improve the efficiency and safety of San José streets. For more information about DOT, visit www.sanjoseca.gov/transportation.

Salary Information

Current salary range for Associate Engineer is $90,937.60 - $115,128.00. Effective June 30, 2019, there will be a cost of living increase which will update the salary range to $93,662.40 – $118,580.80.

In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Associate Engineer classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. The final candidate’s qualifications and experience shall determine the actual salary.

Position and Duties

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

The Department of Transportation (DOT) is currently seeking eight Associate Engineers in the following areas:

PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND GEOMETRIC DESIGN

The Department of Transportation (DOT) is currently seeking an Associate Engineer in the Policy and Planning Division. The Associate Engineer will, under general direction of the Senior Engineer, perform work of considerable sensitivity in geometric design, conceptual development of transportation infrastructure master plans, and review for all public and private projects in the City, and direct responsibility for production and review of signage and pavement marking plans including supervising or leading others in such work. The successful candidate will have technical expertise in transportation planning, geometric and roadway design, and private development review. He/she will also work with the Senior Engineer to serve as the Department of Transportation Planning representative with other Departments in the City, consultants, developers, and other jurisdictions and agencies

KEY DUTIES INCLUDE:

1. Prepare transportation infrastructure improvements conceptual designs of roadway, intersection and interchange, traffic signals and other street improvements.

2. Develop “complete streets” and multimodal design plans in conformance with Federal, State, and City's transportation design standards, guidelines and policies.

3. Review contract drawings and specifications, master plans, and traffic studies related to capital infrastructure improvements.

4. Review private development improvement plans to address roadway right of way dedication requirements and geometric design elements.

5. Using AutoCAD to prepare geometric roadway layout relevant to pavement rehabilitation, development and capital improvement projects.

6. Attend meetings/represent DOT as lead technical person on discussions with project engineers, City staff, and consultants as appropriate to build consensus and/or to coordinate project issues.

INFRASTRUCTURE MAINTENANCE, PAVEMENT/BRIDGE/ADA CURB RAMPS ENGINEERING & MANAGEMENT

Pavement/Bridge/ADA Curb Ramps Engineering plays a critical role in the maintenance and rehabilitation of approximately 2,400 miles of pavement in the City of San Jose, overseeing the maintenance of approximately 250 bridges, and over 24,000 curb ramps. The focus of this position(s) is to manage, maintain and report on the City’s pavement, bridge, and ADA curb ramp program, plan, procure, and project manage multiple large CIP projects annually, and assist in developing the overall division budget. This position(s) provides assistance to senior engineers, division manager, maintenance supervisors, Council Offices, other City Departments, and the public. The ability to effectively coordinate multi-disciplinary issues among multiple stakeholders is a key requirement. This position reports directly to a senior engineer and will supervise an Engineer I/II, Associate Engineering Technician, and interns.

KEY DUTIES INCLUDE:

1. Manage and maintain the City’s Pavement Management System (PMS); bridge maintenance management, and ADA curb ramps program management

2. Provide technical input for any relevant asset management upgrades for pavements, bridge, and ADA curb ramps and be the lead liaison with the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) and other regional/state/federal organizations

3. Manage multiple major construction projects (ranging from $700 thousand to over $15 million in construction cost), open purchase orders, procure request for proposals/qualifications, inter-agency agreements and grant projects; administer projects during procurement, implementation and close out phases.

4. Respond to residents regarding pavement, bridge, and ADA curb ramp issues and complaints and make recommendations as to how best to resolve the problems in the most efficient manner.

5. Investigate and implement new and innovative pavement, bridges, and concrete ADA curb ramps maintenance technologies (new types of equipment, materials, and processes, etc.); oversee the full technical evaluation of various infrastructure preservation strategies for City Streets.

6. Manage, track and report on project budget financing and planning. Generate reports and manage Federal Grant and Capital Improvement Project funding.

7. Develop both short-term and long-term maintenance plans for pavements, bridges, and ADA curb ramps that maximizes the available budget while meeting division’s goals and benefits the community

8. Develop and update project specifications and quality control/quality assurance requirements for pavement, bridges, and ADA curb ramp infrastructure

9. Supervise and mentor assistant engineers, engineering technicians, and trainees.

TRANSPORTATION OPERATIONS, TRAFFIC FLOW MANAGEMENT

San Jose operates and manages over 900 traffic signals citywide. The Associate Engineer position will lead Signal Operations group's effort on supporting VTA to enhance transit operations. This position is also responsible for the delivery of grant funded projects, signal operations, retiming and controller configuration work necessary to achieve project demonstration goals. This position reports to a Senior Engineer, and will supervise Engineer I/II and interns.

KEY DUTIES INCLUDE:

1. Lead and supervise engineering and/or technical staff by establishing goals, tracking performances, creating a positive work environment, maximizing staff development opportunities and providing appropriate recognition.

2. Work closely with Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) to identify any transit operations deficiencies; troubleshoot and address system failures and optimization needs, including detection repair, detection zone adjustments, transit signal priority level setting and system integration.

3. Coordination with VTA, including project implementation, traffic data review, signal timing strategy development and implementation, field review with contractors/consultants, traffic data collection, simulation model development for evaluating traffic impacts.

4. Perform project management and delivery duties for grant-funded projects; develop, implement and adjust signal timing along project corridors to reduce travel delays and improve intersection efficiency; support consultant as needed.

TRANSPORTATION OPERATIONS, TRAFFIC SAFETY AND PEDESTRIAN SAFETY ENHANCEMENT PROJECTS

The Transportation Safety Operations Division is seeking Associate Civil Engineers to perform and lead in developing and implementing Traffic Calming and Pedestrian Improvement Projects and providing Neighborhood Traffic Management services throughout the City of San José. The Associate Engineer develops traffic safety projects and improves safety for all roadway users, ensure facilities are pedestrian and bicycle friendly and comply with laws, rules, regulations and ordinances. Additionally, this position will lead the review of design and collision reports, order traffic studies implement safety improvement projects, and support the Senior Engineer with personnel and training matters and assist in the preparation of the CIP budget. Under the general direction of the Senior Engineer and Division Manager, the Associate Engineer’s primary focus is to manage, lead and work directly with the community, schools, and Council Offices to provide for the safe and efficient movement of vehicles, pedestrians and bicyclists. Ability to effectively coordinate multi-discipline issues among multiple stakeholders is a requirement. This position reports directly to a Senior Engineer and will supervise an Engineer I/II and interns.

KEY DUTIES INCLUDE:

1. Review, design, and implement safety improvement projects.

2. Coordinate with internal City stakeholders as well as external stakeholders.

3. Representing Senior Engineer at meetings with internal and external stakeholders.

4. Prepare multi-agency agreements and documents that represent City interest.

5. Collaborate with lead project agency, their staff and consultant representatives to support City’s interests and efficient project delivery.

6. Represent City at community meetings and other public outreach activities.

7. Lead and supervise engineering, technical and non-technical staff by establishing goals, tracking performance, creating a positive work environment, maximizing staff development opportunities and providing appropriate recognition

8. Providing staff support and working effectively with committees, boards, task forces, community groups, associations, and staff in other departments and agencies

9. Providing effective project management to ensure on time and within budget project delivery

10. Understand and implement City’s overall goals for transportation services and community development.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in the required professional engineering discipline (e.g. Civil, Structural, or closely related field) or possession of an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certificate.

2. Experience: Three (3) years of increasingly responsible professional engineering experience.

3. Acceptable Substitution: A Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in the required professional engineering discipline may be substituted for one (1) year of professional engineering experience.

4. Licensing: Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) issued by the California State Board of Registration for Civil and Professional Engineers is desirable but not required. Possession of a valid driver's license in the State of California may be required.

Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent, or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

To Learn More and Apply

To view the full announcement for this exciting opportunity and apply online with the City of San José, please visit the City of San José’s employment page by clicking on the link below.

Then click on the “Open-Competitive Recruitments” link.

City of San José Employment Page

Sonoma County Library

Announces an Employment Opportunity

ADULT LITERACY SPECIALIST – SANTA ROSA

30 HOURS PER WEEK – PART TIME

We are seeking a customer service driven professional with excellent communication skills for our part-time Literacy Specialist position.  This position is located at the Central Library in downtown Santa Rosa, in the heart of Wine Country, with the Redwoods and Pacific Ocean only minutes away.

  THE POSITION:

Please see the attached job specifications for full details about this position.

This regular, part-time position provides support for the Adult Literacy Services programs, and performs related duties as required. The weekly schedule is for Tuesday- Saturday.

TYPICAL DUTIES include, but are not limited to:

• Keeps accurate and consistent records
• Maintains student and tutor records, files and databases
• Conducts intake interviews with new students to assist in determining program eligibility and level
• Develops and implements outreach program for recruitment of students in all parts of the county, on an as needed basis
• Tracks completion of goals by students, acknowledges, and provides recognition for student achievements
• Performs receptionist duties

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: An Associate’s degree, or higher, from an accredited college or university with coursework in Education, Public Administration or related fields.

Experience: A combination of education and experience that creates an understanding of adult illiteracy. Generally, this would be achieved by one (1) year of administrative or programmatic experience, one (1) year of library or literacy experience, or three (3) years of clerical and office support work.  Experience working with adults in an educational setting.

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices, and techniques of effectively dealing with adult learners
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors and Library staff

Ability to:      

• Maintain accurate logs, records, and basic written records of work performed
• Use computer and other technology, including software, hardware, and the Internet sufficient to be able to assist customers, conduct research, record data, prepare reports, and use email and other communications technologies

• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

SALARY RANGES:   $22.83/hour to $28.52/hour plus benefits

CLOSING DATE:      5:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 24, 2019   

APPLICATION PROCESS:  Please go to https://www.calopps.org/sonoma-county-library to apply.  Applications must be complete and submitted by the final filing date in order to be considered.  Incomplete and/or inaccurate applications may result in disqualification from the recruitment process. Resumes will not substitute for a completed application. Please attach transcript document(s).

The application process may contain one or more of the following steps: a supplemental application, written test(s), skills assessment(s), and/or oral examination(s). 

 REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATION: Sonoma County Library will make reasonable accommodations in the recruitment process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you are invited to participate in an examination or interview and have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department at (707) 545-0831 extension 1591 or dkatzung@sonomalibrary.org as soon as possible to make arrangements for your accommodation. Requesting accommodations at least 3 working/business days before the scheduled event will help to ensure availability. For further information regarding disability accommodations provided by the Library and related matters, see the Library’s website at https://sonomalibrary.org/accessibility.

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION:

Employment offers will be contingent upon a successful pre-employment verification/criminal records clearance. Having a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from employment.

The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future positions as they occur during the active status of the list.

The Sonoma County Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer

AUGUST 2017

FLSA: NON-EXEMPT

Literacy Specialist

Represented

DEFINITION

Under general direction, this position provides journey-level support and customer service in the literacy services department and is assigned responsibility for the full range of customer service and support activities.  Incumbents advise patrons of literacy policies, procedures, and services, and resolve patron issues within established policies. At this level, incumbents work independently within identified parameters and resolve problems of diverse scope where analysis requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Maintaining confidentiality and security of patron information is an important part of the position. Performance expectations include the application of broad job knowledge in performance of the full range of responsibilities within the classification. Incumbents may provide general administrative and clerical support as needed.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

This position has no supervisory responsibilities; provides work direction and informal training to volunteers.

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.

• Keeps accurate and consistent records
• Maintains and updates databases
• Maintains student and tutor records, files and databases
• Conducts intake interviews with new students to assist in determining program eligibility and level
• Orients new students to the program
• Participates in, and helps in organizing student events
• Develops and implements outreach program for recruitment of students in all parts of the county, on an as needed basis
• Works closely with Adult Literacy Associate in matching learners and tutors
• Tracks completion of goals by students, acknowledges, and provides recognition for student achievements.
• Performs receptionist duties.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Education: An Associate’s degree, or higher, from an accredited college or university with coursework in education, public administration or related fields.

• Licenses:  None

• Experience: A combination of education and experience that creates an understanding of adult illiteracy. Generally, this would be achieved by one (1) year of administrative or programmatic experience, one (1) year of library or literacy experience, or three (3) years of clerical and office support work.   Experience working with adults in an educational setting.

COMPETENCIES

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices, and techniques of effectively dealing with adult learners
• Basic principles and practices of effectively dealing with the public and public relations.
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility
• Basic record keeping principles and procedures
• Basic principles and practices of data collection and report preparation
• Basic arithmetic principles
• Modern office practices, methods and computer equipment
• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors and Library staff.
• Basic computer applications related to work

Ability to:

• Maintain accurate logs, records, and basic written records of work performed
• Follow department policies and procedures related to assigned duties
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Use computer and other technology, including software, hardware, and the Internet sufficient to be able to assist customers, conduct research, record data, prepare reports, and use email and other communications technologies.
• Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines
• Make sound, independent decisions within established policy and procedural guidelines
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines

• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office and library setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. This classification primarily works indoors and requires movement between work areas. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve materials and data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and reach to retrieve and shelve materials. Employees may be required to either sit or stand for prolonged periods of time. Incumbents must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull items, storage containers, and shelving units weighing an average of 20 pounds, and up to 50 pounds of weight, in order to move materials from one place to another, with the aid of lifting/moving equipment.

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS

Employees primarily work in an office/library environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. Employees in assignments providing direct assistance to the public can expect to have rare, occasional, or frequent interaction with abrasive, disruptive, and/or disorderly members of the community.

WORKING CONDITIONS

May be required to work flexible schedules including evenings and weekends.

The City of Menlo Park is seeking a full-time lead teacher for our child care center.   This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced teacher to thrive in a creative and energetic environment that values its employees and celebrates diversity.

Summary

Under the direction of the Recreation Coordinator, this position is responsible for the design, planning and implementation of a high-quality child care program.  The position requires skills and expertise in program planning, staff supervision, evaluation, and the ability to accept children and adults as individuals who come from various racial, ethnic, cultural, economic, political, social and religious backgrounds.

The City operates two child care centers, Menlo Children's Center for children 18 months - 5 years old, and state subsidized Belle Haven Child Development Center for ages 3 - 5.  Currently, the  position is available at the Menlo Children's Center.

A job description, including examples of typical job functions and qualifying knowledge, skills, and abilities, is available by clicking on the Job Description link.

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