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 FULL TIME - FULL BENEFITS - TEMPORARY ASSIGNMENT - ENDS 10/31/2024

THE POSITION 

Under immediate supervision (Parks Maintenance Worker I) or general supervision (Parks Maintenance Worker II), performs semi-skilled to skilled maintenance, repair, and construction work assigned to the parks division; operates maintenance and construction tools and equipment; performs a variety of maintenance tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Parks Maintenance Worker I: This is the entry level class in the Maintenance Worker series. This class is distinguished from the Maintenance Worker II by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to workers in this series. Employees at this level are not expected to perform with the same independence of direction and judgment on matters related to established procedures and guidelines as are positions allocated to the II level. Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees may have only limited or non directly related work experience. Employees work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks.

Parks Maintenance Worker II: This is the full journey level class within the Maintenance Worker series. This class is distinguished from the Maintenance Worker I by the assignment of the full range of duties assigned. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level.

Representative Duties

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

1. Handle complaints and answer questions from the public.
2. Perform general electrical, painting, plumbing and carpentry work as needed.
3. Make minor adjustments on service equipment; maintain tools and equipment in working order.
4. Oversee the work of community service workers.
5. Maintain logs of daily activities.
6. Assist in other areas as needed.
7. Perform related duties as required.
8. Inspect park grounds, structures, medians and related facilities for safety, appearance, and vandalism; remove graffiti from park surfaces.
9. Clean and clear park grounds, facilities, structures and playing fields of debris and potentially dangerous conditions; set up park for special events.
10. Plant, mow, prune, and maintain turf, trees, shrubs, and plants; clear sites of weeds.
11. Perform a wide variety of semi-skilled tasks in the construction and repair of park and community facilities.
12. Install, maintain, repair, and program irrigation systems.
13. Operate grounds maintenance equipment as well as a variety of hand and power tools.
14. Apply pesticide, herbicide, and other pest management treatments.

QUALIFICATIONS

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of maintenance and repair activities related to area of assignment.

Common tools, materials, and motorized vehicles and equipment used in assigned area of responsibility.

The repair and maintenance of pumps and valves.

Park and landscape maintenance.

Basic mathematical principles.

Safe work practices and policies.

Techniques and procedures in basic carpentry, metal, masonry, painting, mechanical and electrical work.

Ability to:

Work with the variety of tools related to public works maintenance.

Learn to safely operate a variety of maintenance equipment.

Perform heavy manual labor.

Perform semi-skilled maintenance duties.

Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Read and understand schematic diagrams.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience Guidelines - Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Parks Maintenance Worker I

Education/Training:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

Experience:

One year of experience in construction or maintenance work is desirable.

License or Certificate:

Possession of a California Class C Driver License.

Possession of a valid forklift certificate within one year of employment.

Parks Maintenance Worker II

Education and Experience Guidelines - Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education/Training:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

Experience:

Two years of experience in area of assignment equivalent to the Maintenance Worker I in the City of Ceres.

License or Certificate:

Possession of a California Class C Driver License.

Possession of a valid forklift certificate.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The conditions herein 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 job functions.

Environment: Work is performed primarily in an outdoor field environment; travel from site to site; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, noxious odors, gases, mechanical and electrical hazards, and all types of weather and temperature conditions; work in or around water; exposure to hazardous traffic conditions; work and/or walk on various types of surfaces including slippery or uneven surfaces and rough terrain; work at heights; incumbents may be required to respond to emergency and public calls after hours including evenings and weekends.

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a field environment; to walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods of time; to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp, and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties; to climb unusual heights on ladders; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate to heavy amounts of weight; to operate assigned equipment and vehicles; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.

Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

EXAMINATION PROCESS   Those who meet the employment qualifications and whose strengths and background most closely match the needs of the position will be contacted through the CalOpps email system and invited to an Interview Panel test.  Candidates who achieve a passing score on the Interview Panel will be certified on an Employment List, from which the top 3 scoring candidates will be referred to the hiring department for a final selection interview.     

SELECTION PROCESS  A contingent offer of employment is subject to successful completion of a pre-employment background check, fingerprint clearance, and a physical examination.  The required I9 verification form designated by the USCIS is required to certify eligibility for employment in the United States.

NOTE:  The City reserves the right to alter, adjust or change any portion of the examination process without notification.   The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract or employment expressed or implied.  Any provision contained within may be modified or revoked without notice.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

If you are a qualified individual with a disability as defined by the ADA and you need reasonable accommodation to participate in any of the examinations administered by the City of Ceres, you must notify the Human Resources Department in writing by the final filing date for the specific job.  Official documentation of your functional limitations to support your request may be required.

THE CITY OF CERES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY

STREET MAINTENANCE OPERATOR I/II -Code Enforcement

This is a Temporary Part time Assisgnment, ending December 31, 2026.

First Review of applications on 4/26/2024

A completed online employment application is required.

Incomplete or late applications will NOT be accepted.

Resumes will NOT be considered in lieu of the required employment application.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Under immediate supervision (Street Maintenance Operator I) or general supervision (Street Maintenance Operator II), performs semi-skilled to skilled maintenance, repair, and construction work assigned to the streets division; operates maintenance and construction tools and equipment; performs a variety of maintenance tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Street Maintenance Operator I: This is the entry level class in the Street Maintenance Operator series. This class is distinguished from the Street Maintenance Operator II by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to workers in this series. Employees at this level are not expected to perform with the same independence of direction and judgment on matters related to established procedures and guidelines as are positions allocated to the II level. Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees may have only limited or non directly related work experience. Employees work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks.

Street Maintenance Operator II: This is the full journey level class within the Street Maintenance Operator series. This class is distinguished from the Street Maintenance Operator I by the assignment of the full range of duties assigned. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

1. Handle complaints and answer questions from the public.

2. Perform general electrical, painting, plumbing and carpentry work as needed.

3. Make minor adjustments on service equipment; maintain tools and equipment in working order.

4. Oversee the work of community service workers.

5. Maintain logs of daily activities.

6. Assist in other areas as needed.

7. Perform related duties as required.

8. Repair and replace street surfaces, sidewalks, curbs, and gutters including back filling trenches and evacuations.

9. Perform the maintenance, repair, construction, and installation work of streets, storm drain, parking lots, street lights, traffic striping, and traffic control signs and signals.

10. Remove hazards from the roadway and other public rights of way.

11. Operate a variety of motorized equipment and specialized maintenance equipment.

12. Perform repaving, patching, overlaying, chuck hole, and crack sealing repair of asphalt.

13. Perform underground service alert locating, marking and notification.

14. Lay out and install traffic signs and pavement markings.

15. Repair and maintain storm drain lift stations.

16. Conduct traffic count surveys.

17. Maintain storm detention ponds, including cleaning, repairing, and spraying weeds.

18. Respond to hazardous materials spills.

The City of San Mateo Public Works Department is looking for a qualified Deputy Director of Public Works.

Why Join our Department?

The Public Works Department operates under a two-section model for optimal performance and integration - Environmental Services and Engineering Services – and the two sections work together to meet the needs of the community.

The Environmental Services Section consists of four main Divisions, including Clean Water Program, Wastewater Treatment Plant, Field Maintenance and Data Management. The Engineering Services Section consists of four main Divisions, including Engineering (including Capital Improvement), Fleet Services and Facilities (including facility maintenance and capital improvements), Regulatory Compliance, and Transportation (including Traffic Engineering, Right-of-Way /Private Development, and Transportation Planning).

The current vacancy oversees the Engineering Services Division. Depending on your skillset and experience the City could place you in either of these sections or adjust the divisional oversight responsibilities.

When you join the Public Works Department, you will work among collaborative and energetic colleagues who share a passion for serving our San Mateo citizens and improving the community in which we live and work. Our team is comprised of individuals with diverse talents and experience in various fields. Collaboration, Innovation, Respect, Creativity, Transparency and Informed Risk-taking are attributes within the City’s mission, values and organizational principles that we are seeking in the candidates.

The City of San Mateo is a very progressive City that encourages staff and resident engagement to develop positive solutions that meet the demands of the community and regulatory landscape.

Look to some of the reasons why the City of San Mateo is a great place to work: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_GTIzeSpc_g

What You’ll Do

The Deputy Director of Public Works is responsible for directing and managing all programs within the Section for which they are responsible, includes capital improvement program development and implementation, traffic engineering, private development review, asset management, construction management, fleet coordination, downtown coordination and building maintenance; and the position may serve as the City Engineer.

• Utilize your experience and skills to lead a number of divisions within the Public Works Department.

• Engage in a positive manner with City Council, PW Department staff, City Departments and citizens.

• Lead and mentor a dedicated and talented staff featuring many emerging leaders.

• Analyze current processes and procedures to make system improvements for efficiencies, updating of standards, and

  improvements to the customer experience.

• Collaborating with other agencies and stakeholders to plan regional solutions on shared items of interest such as traffic

  and the City’s General Plan Update.

• Contribute to a collaborative and dynamic Public Works Leadership team.

  The Deputy Director receives general direction from the Director of Public Works and exercises direct supervision over management, supervisory, professional, technical, and administrative support staff.

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

The City of Pacifica is a beautiful coastal community, just south of San Francisco with an exciting opportunity. We are currently hiring an Engineering Intern to join our team. Under general supervision, the new team member will perform sub-professional engineering work involving manual and computer drafting, traffic data gathering, records management, map interpretation and processing, retrieval of information, assist with field surveys, and to do related work as required. This position will assist the Department of Public Works, Engineering Division.

At the City of Pacifica, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. To us, equal opportunity employment is not just about compliance, it’s about who you are, how you can help our City and who you want to be. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and residents.

First round of application review will be the week May 6, 2024

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

Glenn County is recruiting individuals to fill three full time and multiple Part Time/ Extra Help positions in the Public Works Agency. The Public Works Maintenance Worker I/II/III position performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled labor in the construction, maintenance and repair of County roads, bridges, and other related structures, and in various traffic control maintenance and  repair activities of the Public Works Agency; operates a variety of construction, maintenance and transportation equipment as necessary to complete daily tasks at the Glenn County Public Works Agency. The Public Works Maintenance Worker III position is the journey-level class in the series, and is distinguished from the Public Works Maintenance Worker II by the primary responsibility to operate heavy diesel and gasoline-powered construction equipment in the maintenance of roadways, drainage systems. 
 

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Prepares roads for patch repairs, overlays, or chip seals; prepares mix for patching roads; repairs and reconstructs roads.
• Cleans roadsides and drainage systems; inspects and clears debris from drainage systems; conducts roadside burning as needed.
• Prunes trees and other vegetation as needed.
• Directs and controls traffic around work sites.
• Operates semi-trucks, dump trucks, water trucks, boom truck, front loader, rollers, snow plow, etc.; operates a compressor, sand blasters, jack hammer, chipper machine, welding equipment, cutting torch, compaction tools, weed eater, blower, and other hand and power tools.

I-   $18.29 - $22.24 Per Hour
II-  $19.70 - $23.94 Per Hour
III- $20.72 - $25.19 Per Hour

Summary Description

Under the administrative direction of the Public Works Director, assists in planning, directing, and organizing the activities and operations of the Water, Wastewater, Streets, Parks, Facilities and Fleet Divisions of the Public Works Department. Specifically responsible for providing leadership, management and administration of highly complex technical, financial, statistical and analytical work of the Department. The incumbent may assist the Director in public activities or meetings and oversees coordination of other services areas as directed.  Provides general supervision to subordinate level professional, technical, maintenance, recreation, and clerical staff.  Performs other job-related work as required.

Representative Duties

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

1. Provides direct technical and administrative assistance to the Director of Public Works concerning the operations of the Public Works Department.
2. Plan, organize, and direct assigned divisional activities, including planning, directing, supervising, and coordinating operations and maintenance activities of assigned division(s), which may include water production, treatment and distribution, construction, operation, maintenance, and repair; wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal; maintenance of the City’s streets and storm drain systems; and parks, facilities and fleet operations and maintenance.
3. Assist and participate in the development and implementation of department goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned programs; recommend and administer policies and procedures.
4. Monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; recommend, within departmental policy, appropriate service, and staffing levels.
5. Plan, direct, coordinate, and review the work plan for assigned staff; assign work activities, projects, and programs; review and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems.
6. Select, train, motivate, mentor, counsel, coach and evaluate assigned personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.
7. Builds and maintains respectful relationships, positive working relationships with staff, supervisors, outside agencies, and the public utilizing principles of good customer service; provides effective conflict resolution, as needed.
8. Oversee and participate in the development and administration of the assigned divisions’ annual budgets; participate in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; implement adjustments.
9. Assist in the preparation of the City’s Capital Improvement Program as related to assigned division.
10. Develop and standardize maintenance and operating procedures and methods to meet state and federal regulations and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of operations and maintenance activities.
11. Prepare specifications, estimates, and bids for machinery, tools, equipment, and contract services; recommend, monitor, and administer contracts for consulting, construction, or other services as necessary; inspect work in progress and authorizes payment for work performed.
12. Monitor changes in regulatory agency laws and regulations; evaluate their impact upon City activities; recommend and implement policy and procedure changes as required.
13. Develop, implement, and ensure adherence to the department’s Safety Program, Standard Operating Procedures, OSHA regulations, and Radiologic Health Standards.
14. Produce required regulatory reports and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, laws, codes, and enforcement actions.
15. Prepare records related to operations, test results, work performed, and materials and supplies used; maintain accurate records and files; prepare periodic and special reports as required.
16. Research special projects, evaluate alternatives, prepare reports and recommendations; write correspondence, and respond to public and regulatory agency inquiries and provide pertinent information.
17. Respond to emergencies as required; coordinate activities with other responders to provide effective response; direct the work of staff and utilization of resources to affect operational effectiveness and ensure the safety of the community.
18. Serve as the liaison for the Public Works Department with other departments, and outside agencies; negotiate and resolve sensitive and controversial issues.
19. Serve as staff on a variety of boards, commissions, and committees; prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
20. Conduct a variety of organizational studies, investigations, and operational studies; recommend modifications to programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate.
21. Attend and participate in professional group meetings; maintain awareness of new trends and developments in the field or fields related to the assigned division(s); incorporate new developments as appropriate.
22. Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
23. Perform related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Knowledge of:

• Operational characteristics, services, and activities of water production, distribution, and treatment, including maintenance and construction; or construction, operation, maintenance, and repair of wastewater, streets, and storm water systems; and other public facilities and infrastructure.
• The operation and preventive maintenance of piping systems including pipes, valves, and related appurtenances.
• Principles and practices of program development and administration.
• Principles and practices of contract management.
• Principles and practices of operating, maintaining, and constructing City infrastructure.
• Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.
• Principles and practices of business correspondence and report writing.
• Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• Principles and practices of leadership, motivation, team building, and conflict resolution.
• Safety equipment and practices related to the work, including the handling and storage of hazardous chemicals, electrical systems, and confined space procedures.
• Safe work practices in the construction and maintenance and operation of public works facilities.
• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• The operation and maintenance of a variety of hand and power tools, vehicles, and power equipment.
• Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers.
• Computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and statistical databases.

Ability to:

• Oversee and participate in the management of assigned divisions of the Public Works Department.
• Oversee, direct, and coordinate the work of lower-level staff.
• Select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff.
• Participate in the development and administration of assigned divisions’ goals, objectives, and procedures.
• Operate, maintain, and repair a variety of Public Works facilities and equipment.
• Recognize and correct unusual, inefficient, or dangerous operating conditions.
• Read a variety of gauges, charts, and meters; record data accurately and make appropriate process adjustments.
• Read and interpret applicable plans, specifications, and diagrams.
• Analyze, interpret, apply, and enforce federal, state, and local regulations and policies.
• Make sound, independent decisions within established regulatory, policy and procedural guidelines.
• Prepare and administer budgets.
• Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports, correspondence, procedures, and other written materials.
• Demonstrate tact and diplomacy with the public.
• Gain cooperation through discussion and persuasion.
• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.
• Control sensitive and confidential information.
• Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience Guidelines - Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education/Training:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering, urban studies, public administration, physical or natural sciences, or a related fields. A Master’s degree is highly desirable.

Experience:

Four years of increasingly responsible professional experience with a public agency in engineering, planning, public administration, or closely related field including two years of administrative and supervisory responsibility.

License or Certificate:

Possession of an appropriate, valid driver’s license.

Physical Demands and WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The conditions herein 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 job functions.

Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting with some work performed in a plant setting and outdoor field environment; some travel from site to site; some exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, noxious odors, gases, mechanical and electrical hazards, and all types of weather and temperature conditions; incumbents may be required to respond to emergency calls after hours including evenings and weekends.

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate to heavy amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.

Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

The City of Belmont Public Works Department is recruiting to an Assistant or Associate Civil Engineer position.

Assistant Civil Engineer - Step 1 $8,400.14 to Step 6 $10,720.91

Associate Civil Engineer - Step 1$9,541.23 to Step 6 $12,177.29

The Assistant Civil Engineer is an entry-level class in the Civil Engineer series. This class is distinguished from the Associate Civil Engineer by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within the Civil Engineer series. Incumbents perform less complex office and field engineering work and assignments are generally routine or closely related within a framework of established procedures. Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees may have applicable education but only limited related work experience. The Assistant Civil Engineer receives general supervision from higher level professional engineers and may exercise technical or functional supervision over technical engineering staff. The Assistant Civil Engineer position does not require registration as a civil engineer or professional engineer. 

The Associate Civil Engineer performs a variety of complex engineering work for design, investigation, and management of public works projects and oversight of private development and permitted construction, prepares a variety of engineering documents, drawings and specifications, to act as project manager in assigned capital projects; and to perform a variety of professional public works and engineering tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.  

This is the full journey level class within the professional Civil Engineer series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Assistant Civil Engineer by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned, including by the greater complexity of the assignments received and by the greater independence with which an incumbent is expected to operate. Incumbents are expected to complete complex engineering assignments requiring the use of judgment and initiative in developing solutions to problems, interpreting general policies, and determining work assignments. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the Assistant Civil Engineer level, or when filled from the outside, have prior advanced technical or professional engineering work experience. This class is distinguished from the Senior Civil Engineer in that the latter performs the most difficult and responsible duties assigned to the classification including management of the most complex engineering projects or exercising lead direction over lower-level staff.

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform a variety of engineering duties in support of capital improvement projects including road construction, storm drains, sewers, traffic systems and related construction projects.
• Perform design and engineering studies for capital improvement projects, including the preparation of project plans, research project design requirements, drawing specifications, cost estimates and project schedules.
• Preparation of Request for Proposals, including scope of work for a variety of engineering projects and studies. Management of engineering consultant procurement process and oversight of engineering consultants.
• Manage advertisement and award of construction projects including the review of contract bids and proposals; management of construction contracts including participating in the review of contractor work activities; ensures contract compliance with contractual obligations, prepares and reviews change orders and manages contract close out and acceptance.
• Coordinate projects and assignments with businesses, utilities, special districts, and other City departments. Respond to complaints and assists in solving problems related to City projects and policies; provides information to property owners, contractors, engineers, consultants, and the general public on conformance to standards, plans, specifications, and costs.
• Conduct or oversee field inspections or investigation of capital projects during construction; ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulations; provides resolutions to construction problems; conduct or oversee survey, mapping, and data collection.
• Perform a variety of engineering complex calculations and computation; prepare project cost analyses; prepare estimates of time and materials costs.
• Investigate field problems affecting property owners, contractors, and maintenance operations.
• Develop revised design and construction standards for public works structures and appurtenances.
• Prepare estimates and feasibility reports for new or modified services and structures.
• Prepare special engineering studies and reports.
• Prepare applications for state and federal grants.
• Review and provide plan check comments for private development applications and building, grading, and encroachment permits in accordance with City codes, ordinances, and policies. Review of required studies and coordinates with consultants to provide peer review of special studies.
• Exercise professional engineering judgment in accordance with current accepted practice of civil engineering and appropriate laws and codes.
• Maintain a variety of public works department and engineering division program and project files and records.

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of Health & Human Services Education Supervisor in the Health and Human Services Department. The current vacancy exists in the Communication & Engagement Team.  The incumbent will plan, organize, coordinate, and supervise assigned staff; develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate programs; ensure quality client-centered services in accordance with HHS policies and procedures; and perform related work as assigned.  This is the supervisory level in the education series and reports directly to the HHS Program Manager.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Supervise, review, and evaluate the work of staff; organize and assign work, set priorities and follow up to ensure timely completion; evaluate staff job performance and provide direction and coaching through regular feedback sessions; create individual development plans with employees, discuss job performance problems to identify causes and issues, and work on resolving problems; recommend discipline and implement discipline procedures as needed/directed; provide or coordinate staff training; offer advice and assistance as needed.

• Design and implement planning goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for assigned programs.

• Monitor assigned programs and ensure compliance with departmental mission, funding source regulations, and other guidance.

 • Evaluate program effectiveness and attainment of objectives, make recommendations for improvements, and implement program changes.

• Participate in program budget development, as well as cost tracking and projection.

 • Review grant proposals, participate in development of work plans, mission statements, goals, and implementation and evaluation strategies.

The County of San Mateo Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Division is seeking a well-qualified Case Management/Assessment Specialist I/II to work as a team of providers with the Homeless, Engagement, Assessment & Linkage (HEAL) team to provide a wide variety of intake and referral services including screening and assessment, intensive case management support, evaluation, tracking and facilitation of housing readiness for individuals staying in existing adult congregate and non-congregate shelters who have behavioral health conditions and are in need of accessing behavioral health assessment, diagnosis, and case management on a transitional basis while they are being connected to Medi-Cal funded behavioral health treatment.  The Case Management/Assessment Specialist will develop and implement activities supporting substance abuse prevention, intervention and rehabilitation, and perform other related work.  

The current vacancy is an unclassified position that will be embedded in a number of homeless shelters, congregate and non-congregate shelters, located in San Mateo and will work primarily  Monday through Friday, 8 am – 5 pm collaborating with various system partners and homeless providers. 
 
Primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Engage individuals with severe and persistent substance use disorders to provide a range of services and support, including but not limited to, substance use screening, assessment, and motivational engagement.  
• Assess clients' needs using assessment criteria to determine medical necessity and identification of key clinical interventions.
• Use the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) guidelines for placement and determination of stage of change.
• Engage clients by using Motivational Interviewing and Harm Reduction practices.
• Provide intensive case management including transportation, client advocacy, care coordination with other care providers and linkages to other housing support services, benefits assistance, employment services, peer services, supported education and psychosocial rehabilitation services, and client-driven treatment planning.
• Refer and connect clients to a continuum of substance use disorder and mental health services, including Medication Assisted Treatment, detox facilities, and other SUD treatment options.
• Initiate a "warm hand-off" process to increase the likelihood of a successful engagement.
• Assist the Grant clients with housing readiness and referrals to permanent housing navigator/locator services and supporting them to obtain CES assessment for prioritizations of housing and eligibility for housing vouchers.
• Link clients to primary care clinics to address medical conditions.
• Refer clients to enroll into benefits, including health coverage for which they are eligible.
• Participate in a multidisciplinary team; use clinical consultation and case conferencing on difficult cases; and partner with key referral sources and other service providers including but not limited to, San Mateo Medical Center Emergency Department, Psychiatric Emergency Services, and Primary Care and Specialty Clinics, Behavioral Health and Recovery Services clinics and programs, Substance Use Disorder treatment providers, including Palm Avenue Detox, shelters, Probation, and Correctional Health.
• Attend team meeting, supervision meeting, and other relevant meetings as assigned.
• Gather, track, and report all program’s and grant’s required data and reporting timely as assigned.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Ideal candidate will possess:  

• Significant experience and training in providing case management, assessment and evaluation of adult clients with substance use issues.
• Experience working with adult clients having co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, emergency services, criminal justice system, or adult clients respective to the position.
• Demonstrated experience determining appropriate referrals and recommending treatment plans.
• Ability to maintain case files and use of spreadsheets and other databases.
• Experience establishing appropriate clinical relationships.
• Demonstrated understanding and experience with confidentiality and ethics.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent collaboration skills to work with multiple partner agencies
• Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselors are strongly preferred (e.g. CADC-I/II, CAADE).
• The ability to speak, read and write fluently in both English and Spanish is preferred.

SALARY
Case Management/Assessment Specialist I:  $6,496.53 - $7,262.67 /month
Case Management/Assessment Specialist II:  $6,564.13 - $8,205.60 /month
 
This is an unclassified position. Unclassified positions are at-will for a limited duration, typically associated with grant or other special funding. These positions are not covered by San Mateo County Civil Service Rules; and there is no formal probation period. The following are the same for classified and unclassified positions: salary, increases and other forms of compensation; accrual of sick leave, vacation, overtime, holiday and leaves of absence; health, dental, vision, long and short term disability, and retirement.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to qualify is:

Case Management/Assessment Specialist I:  One year of experience in information gathering and/or intake and referral in a social service program.

Case Management/Assessment Specialist II:  Two years of experience assessing and evaluating clients using assessments instruments and/or guidelines, identifying and making referrals based on those assessments, and interviewing clients for in a social service program.

Application/Examination

Open and Promotional. 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, Confidential and Management extra-help/limited term, and SEIU or AFSCME represented extra help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.

A supplemental application form must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. Resume or CV will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.
 
The examination process will consist of an application screening (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. All applicants who meet 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. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.
  
~TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE~ 
Final Filing Date:  Wednesday, April 24, 2024 11:59 PM   
Application Screening:  April 30, 2024
Panel Interviews:  May 8 and/or 9, 2024   

San Mateo County Health's Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Division is seeking a trauma informed, culturally responsive, field-based experienced individual for the position of Mental Health Counselor I/II, Spanish Speaking Required, with the Adult Resource Management (ARM) Team. The ARM team is located at 2000 Alameda de Las Pulgas in San Mateo, CA. This position requires traveling throughout San Mateo County.
 
The ARM team provides critical, field-based, trauma informed and culturally responsive, intensive case management support to Clients with Severe Mental Illness (SMI) who are either at high risk of being hospitalized or re-hospitalized, being discharged from locked facilities, are at risk of homelessness and or are currently homeless. The referrals to the ARM team come from the Regional Clinics, PES, Hospitals, and other partner agencies. This position also provides intensive case management support to the Clients admitted to the contracted mental health beds at Safe Harbor Shelter and the Navigation Center. This position assists Clients with treatment support and engagement, transportation to appointments, applying for GA and to other needed resources that include employment and permanent housing, and to help them manage their symptoms and behaviors.
 
The ideal candidate will have experience providing field-based intensive case management for Clients with SMI and co-occurring conditions; working with adults who are homeless or potentially homeless, leaving jail, in shelters, in detox and substance use residential facilities, in social rehabilitation facilities, or in hospitals; interviewing and assessing clients' housing, financial and employment needs; assisting adult clients to stabilize in the community with housing and other services; assisting clients to develop treatment recovery; assisting clients in their addiction recovery; and an understanding and working knowledge of systems of care. Fluency in both English and Spanish is required 

NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies. 

 

Examples Of Duties

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Conduct home and field visits; 
• Develop and maintain ongoing collaboration with referring providers; 
• Conduct thorough chart reviews and case consultations when receiving new referrals;
• Develop and maintain ongoing knowledge of community resources to meet Clients multiple needs;
• Utilize cultural humility principles to engage Clients from marginalized communities;
• Provide intensive case management including transportation support; assisting clients with housing readiness and referrals to various housing opportunities;
• Perform initial assessment noting behavioral symptoms which may indicate organic and/or mental disorders; 
• Confirm or revise initial diagnosis in conference with professional staff; 
• Determine and develop appropriate treatment plans for all clients on the caseload;
• Conduct individual, group and family counseling sessions for clients; 
• Participate in developing individual and group treatment plans utilizing a variety of psychotherapeutic modalities; 
• Make client referrals and plan discharge procedures; 
• Establish and utilize knowledge of community resources; 
• Assess progress of clients and propose modifications to rehabilitation plans in order to meet goals agreed upon by the clients/patients; 
• Interview patient and relatives in order to gather case history data; 
• Prepare and maintain psychosocial case histories for use in diagnostic evaluations and evaluations of patient progress; 
• Consult frequently with professional team members; 
• Provide outreach counseling and refer clients to appropriate mental health program service resources; 
• Counsel individuals or groups regarding resources or services available for treatment and to help combat relapses; 
• Participate with program staff in individual client and program conferences, in staff development and professional growth activities; 
• Plan and present informational services to community target groups and organizations to explain mental health programs and services; 
• Serve as lead or co-facilitator in group, individual or other treatment modality; and
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:

Mental Health Counselor I: One year of experience in a community mental health setting, performing crisis intervention or related counseling services or completion of 60 semester units from an accredited college or university with emphasis in one of the behavioral sciences.
 

Mental Health Counselor II: Two years of experience in a community mental health setting, performing individual or group therapeutic counseling services to clients and developing therapeutic assessment and treatment plans.

Knowledge of: 
Mental health needs and problems of the general population; rehabilitative counseling techniques including role playing, behavioral modification and recreational therapy; social aspects of mental and emotional disturbances; basic techniques and dynamics of individual and group therapy; community resources available for treatment of clients; problems, needs, attitudes and behavior patterns of clients having basic emotional and/or social adjustment problems; and individual, couple, family and group counseling principles.

Skill/Ability to: 
Apply the techniques used in individual and group therapy; develop and evaluate creative approaches to the assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of mental disorders; obtain and record social, physical, educational and work histories; write clear, accurate and concise reports; interpret data; conduct group and individual counseling; establish and maintain the confidence and cooperation of clients including those of varied ethnic and social backgrounds; speak effectively before groups; exercise tact; and function as a team member.

Application/Examination

Open and Promotional. 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, Confidential and Management extra-help/limited term, and SEIU or AFSCME represented extra help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.

A supplemental application form must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. Resume or CV will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.
 
The examination process will consist of an application screening (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. All applicants who meet 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. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.
  
~TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE~ 
Final Filing Date:  Wednesday, April 24, 2024 11:59 PM   
Application Screening:  May 1, 2024
Panel Interviews:  May 13 and/or 14, 2024