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The City of Brisbane is currently recruiting certified Lifeguards for our beautiful year-round outdoor aquatic facility.  Lifeguards patrol and watch the activities in and around the community swimming pool, enforce regulations to prevent accidents, and rescue swimmers in distress.  A full job description is available at www.brisbaneca.org.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:  Graduation from high school or GED equivalent is desirable.  This provision may be waived for applicants 15 to 18 years of age with ability to obtain a valid work permit.

Experience:  Previous experience as a lifeguard and WSI certification is desirable.

Special Requirements:  Current Lifeguarding, Standard First Aid, and CPR for the Professional Rescuer certificates are required. Current certifications for this program are not required prior to applying for the position.

• The City of Brisbane offers a Lifeguard certification program. Contact the City of Brisbane at (415) 657-4320 for additional information and dates for certification program.
• For information regarding other certification courses, contact the American Red Cross at (650) 259-1750 or visit the Red Cross website at www.bayarea-redcross.org.
• Per the American Red Cross, the minimum age for Lifeguard certification is 15 years old.  Certifications shall be maintained during employment.

SALARY AND HOURS:

$15.76 – $16.55 – $17.38 – $18.25 - $19.15 per hour.  This is a part-time position, paid sick leave benefit available. Initial appointments are generally made at the first step of this five-step scale.  Hours will range from 15-25 hours per week.  Candidates that make the eligibility list may be selected for shifts as needed throughout the year.  Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays throughout the entire year.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Interested candidates must submit a completed online employment application along with a current copy of your resume and any certifications you may have at www.calopps.org/city-of-brisbane.  Resumes in lieu of a completed application will not be accepted. Recruitment is OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

SELECTION PROCESS:

Applications will be screened and a limited number of the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the examination process, which may consist of an oral panel interview, department interview, or in the form of a practical demonstration of skill and ability, or any combination of these.  A passing score of 70% is required to make the eligibility list.   Recommendations for appointment from this list will be made to the Parks and Recreation Director, who will make the final decision.  Depending on the number of applicants, this process may be altered.  Prior to appointment, a background check, including fingerprinting for submission to the Department of Justice must be completed, as well as TB screening.

The City of Brisbane is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace and does not discriminate based on ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, age, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, applicants requiring accommodations for any part of the recruitment process must notify Human Resources at human.resources@ci.brisbane.ca.us. 

The duties described in this job announcement are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.  This job announcement does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all potential employees are required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States.  All new employees are required by law to sign a loyalty oath.

If you enjoy working hard in the outdoors, learning new skills and being with a fun group of people, we invite you to apply for the position of Seasonal Open Space Technician at the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District (Midpen). As a small mission driven organization, every employee at Midpen makes an impact - so if you are looking for a challenging opportunity to contribute to the legacy of open space preservation, we welcome your application.

About the Position:  Seasonal Open Space Technicians assist with building and maintaining roads and trails on Midpen lands, and operate mechanical equipment such as chainsaws, power pruners and mowers. Seasonal Open Space Technicians also use hand and power tools to do semi-skilled carpentry, construction tasks, and remove invasive non-native plants. Additional duties include cleanup, routine maintenance in buildings and restrooms, and other tasks as required. Coveralls & personal protective equipment (PPE) are provided. Seasonal employees might need to purchase a uniform or chainsaw appropriate work boots if these items are not already owned. Due to COVID-19 safety measures, start dates will be staggered beginning in March and continuing through September.  See Job Description for additional information.

Work location may be at any of these offices (there is no seasonal housing available):

Skyline Field Office – La Honda

Foothills Field Office - Cupertino

Coastal Area Outpost – La Honda

South Area Office - Campbell

Requirements:  Basic requirements include high school diploma or G.E.D.; possession of a valid California driver’s license; skills to perform basic construction and maintenance assignments; ability to perform manual labor requiring bending, stooping, kneeling, and lifting; and the ability to work in, or around, poison oak. Highly desirable traits include prior work experience in a park, forest, or public recreation area involving work with equipment and tools used in park maintenance.  Candidates selected for the position will be required to successfully pass and obtain certification in Basic First Aid/CPR, AED for Lay Responders.   

Working Conditions: This is a full time, Monday through Friday position, with occasional weekend and holiday work required. Employees work in the field in rugged and remote areas and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical or electrical hazards, hazardous physical substances and fumes, and poison oak. Seasonal assignments will not exceed 950 hours or 7 months, whichever comes first, and do not include benefits.

About Midpen:  Midpen is a regional greenbelt system in the Santa Cruz Mountain region comprised of nearly 65,000 acres of land in 26 extraordinary open space preserves, permanently protected for natural resource conservation, public enjoyment and recreation.  If you are looking for an outstanding opportunity to contribute to the legacy of open space protection, natural resource restoration and outdoor recreation, working with an incredible team of like-minded colleagues, we invite you to apply for this position!  To learn more about what we are passionate about, we invite you to visit our web site at www.OpenSpace.org.

How to Apply:  Application Deadline: Sunday, January 2, 2022.

Apply online at CalOpps.org.  Applicants with the most relevant experience and qualifications suitable for the position will be contacted for interviews.

Employment offers are conditional upon the results of a fingerprint background check and a pre-employment physical.  Candidates who advance to reference checks must provide a current DMV report. Midpen only accepts the DMV report the candidate receives by submitting form INF 1125 to the DMV.

RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE:

• Interviews – January 18, 19, 20 (virtual)
• Reference Checks – week of January 24, 2022
• Fingerprinting – week of February 7, 2022
• Pre-employment Physical – week of February 14, 2022
• Start Dates – March 2022

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation by contacting HR at 650.691.1200

LIBRARIAN (PART-TIME) - CATALOGING SERVICES
 
 Regular Part-Time Employment Opportunity
 (21 hours per week)

The City of Sunnyvale is seeking to fill the position of part-time Librarian in Technical Services with an energetic and highly motivated individual who possesses excellent cataloging, customer service, technical and interpersonal skills.

The ideal candidate will have experience performing original and copy cataloging based on current standards, database maintenance, authority control, and resolving cataloging problems to aid in the maintenance of the online catalog. Key responsibilities also include developing best-practices and staying current with trends and policies in cataloging and material processing to enhance patron services, updating and training other technical services staff, quality control assessment of vendor-provided catalog records, building and preserving digital collections, batch record processing, and representing the Technical Services staff as a database liaison and internal authority on automation issues.

The Cataloging & Metadata Librarian works under the direction of the Supervising Librarian and other management staff in a team-oriented and forward-thinking environment.

Under general supervision, performs a full range of professional library duties in support of assigned functions; and performs other duties as required. The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package. A complete application consists of a City application and responses to the supplemental questionnaire. The final filing date to apply for this position is November 29, 2021 at 5:00 pm. For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on JOBS.

Salary $37.17 - $47.44 Hourly

TO VIEW JOB ANNOUNCEMENT, CLICK ON THE JOB PDF.

Do you enjoy giving back to your community? Do you like helping people? If so, then we invite you to explore this opportunity with the City of Pacifica.

The Parks, Beaches and Recreation Department within the City of Pacifica works closely with the community providing programming to youth, seniors and all citizens.  We strive to foster a collaborative and collegial atmosphere among staff while providing high quality programs, activities and events to the community and neighborhoods. We take pride in offering excellent community service while remaining adaptable and responsive to our residents' needs and expectations.

Currently, the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Department has an exciting opportunity for customer service orientated individuals to join our team as a Lifeguard within our Aquatics Division.

If interested, apply today!

This is a part-time, at-will, non-benefited position. Hours are limited to less than 1,000 hours per year.

Applications will be accepted for this position until the position is filled.  The selection process may include a written examination and interview.

This hourly position is not in Civil Service and does not receive benefits.

9-15 hours/week

THE POSITION

The main job of a Library Page is putting books, DVDs, CDs, and magazines back on the shelves and preparing the library for opening and closing. The ability to quickly and accurately sort things alphabetically and numerically is required. This is an ideal job for someone who enjoys organizing and who can work quietly on their own.

DEFINITION

Under supervision, sorts, shelves, straightens, relocates, and searches for library materials, re-orders and organizes materials as needed, provides basic directional information to patrons, performs basic circulation duties using computer software, performs physical tasks to support library programs and procedures, performs closing procedures, and does related work as required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Sorts and shelves materials, assists at public service desks; inspects materials for wear and damage and does basic mending of same; keeps books and periodical shelves in order; assists in taking inventory of books; performs basic custodial tasks as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

 Knowledge of: Basic clerical functions, principles of alphabetical and numerical filing, basic record keeping procedures.

Ability to: Sort material quickly and accurately in alphabetic or numeric order; follow oral and written directions; interact positively and cooperate with co-workers, respond politely to library patrons, work as a team member, function under demanding time pressure, respond in a positive manner to supervision, and attend work and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis.

Must be physically able to stand for extended periods, walk, bend, kneel, push wheeled carts, lift, reach overhead, go up and down stairs, and use a step stool.

Availability for evening and Saturday shifts is required.

Age: Minimum age of sixteen.

Education: Completion of the tenth grade in high school.

Experience: None

The City of Redwood City’s invites you to apply for the position of Library Activity Leader - Youth Services.

• Please click on the job announcement file below to review the recruitment flyer.
• A complete application is required.
• Submit your application online via CalOpps by 11:59 PM on November 29, 2021.
• Applications will be reviewed continuously as they are received.

The City of Redwood City’s Library Department invites you to apply for the position of Library Aide.

• Please click on the job announcement file below to review the recruitment flyer.
• A complete application is required.
• Applications will be reviewed continuously as they are received. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
• Please click on the PDF link below to review the complete job announcement.

City of San Mateo

Department of Parks & Recreation

A POSITION IS OPEN FOR:

MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT I

This is a temporary part-time position:  Approximately 20-40 hours per week depending on the needs of the department.

Position:         Per Diem Maintenance Assistant I

Salary:             $19.71 – $22.50 hourly (depending on experience)

Job Type:        Part time (20-40 hours per week)

Location:        Park Yard

                        2001 Pacific Blvd, San Mateo, CA 94403

Hours:             Variable days, 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Application:    Application process is open until filled

THE POSITION: Under close supervision, perform unskilled manual and semi-skilled manual park maintenance work, and perform related work as required.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

• Cleaning restrooms, emptying garbage cans
• Removing weeds and trash from parks
• Assist in mowing, edging, pruning, fertilizing, and seeding
• Perform a wide variety of general grounds and facility maintenance work including raking leaves, cleaning walkways, removing debris, cleaning restrooms, and related work.
• Water, weed, prune, renovate, and landscaped areas.
• Turf care including mowing, thatching, fertilizing, plugging, and installation of new turf areas.
• Prepare soil and plant flowerbeds, shrubs, and landscape areas, including staking, fertilizing and other necessary procedures.
• Utilize a wide variety of hand and power tools and landscape maintenance equipment.
• Move and install park and recreation equipment.
• Assist in loading, transporting, and unloading equipment, materials, debris, and other heavy objects related to maintenance.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The incumbent should have the ability to read, write, and carry out oral and written directions, maintain cooperative work relationships, and operate various park maintenance equipment. Individuals must possess a valid California Driver’s License and a good driving record (recent DMV printout required). This is seasonal work which will include weekends and holidays depending on the needs of the department.

HOW TO APPLY: Interested candidates should submit an online City of San Mateo employment application at www.CalOpps.org.

Or submit an official City of San Mateo Employment Application to City of San Mateo Park Yard, 2001 Pacific Blvd, San Mateo, CA 94403.

Applications are available at City of San Mateo Human Resources Department, 330 W 20th Ave, San Mateo and the City of San Mateo Park Yard, 2001 Pacific Blvd, San Mateo.

All applications will be reviewed in detail and the most qualified applicants will be invited to interview. The most successful applicants will be hired pending all necessary paperwork, DMV, and work history check. On the first day of employment individuals will be required to provide documentation for proof of authorization to work in the United States.

Should you have questions regarding this position, please contact the Parks Division at (650) 522-7420 or email parks@cityofsanmateo.org

The City of San Mateo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, national origin, race, color, political affiliation, or disability.