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We invite you to join the Facilities Maintenance team in our quest to improve the quality of life for the residents and visitors of Menlo Park.  Your new “office” will stretch from the bay to the foothills. Join a team that takes pride in maintaining the City’s 21 facilities.  Your typical day starts at noon and ends at 9:30PM.  Bring your positive attitude and customer service skills to a team that gets the job done safely and efficiently.   If you value teamwork and want to have a meaningful impact in the community, apply today!

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The Building Efficiency Program Fellow will work closely with Sustainability staff within the Public Works Department to support the launch of the Brisbane Building Efficiency Program (BBEP).

The BBEP is a new program under the city’s Climate Action Plan established through city ordinance in December 2019. It requires commercial, industrial and multi-family buildings larger than 10,000 square feet in Brisbane to benchmark their buildings beginning in 2021. The BBEP is one of the few programs in the state and country to go “Beyond Benchmarking” and require buildings to meet high-performance standards or complete building audits and take action to improve. First of their kind compliance pathways include Green Lease and Distributed Energy Resource options. Get in on the ground floor as we complete development of this innovate program and begin implementation!

Tasks and Responsibilities:
1. Implementation: Facilitate the rollout of the Brisbane Building Efficiency Program through the first benchmarking compliance cycle. Assist in the tracking and reporting of program progress, including suggested improvements.
2. Outreach: Assist with notification of building owners and tenants regarding compliance obligations. Coordinate with the City of Brisbane’s Sustainability and Communications Managers on program marketing activities (e.g. website, social media, and collateral development).
3. Stakeholder Engagement: Assist with in-person and/or virtual stakeholder engagement sessions to inform participants about program requirements and how to comply.
4. Customer Support: Respond to phone and email questions and concerns. Host office hours or technical support sessions to assist stakeholders with compliance.
5. Benchmarking: Work with small businesses to gather facility details and access utility data to complete energy and water benchmarking in Energy Star Portfolio Manager.
6. Communication: Communicate and coordinate with internal staff and external program stakeholders such as building owners/operators, tenants, PG&E, strategic partners, contractors, and community and business organizations to facilitate program objectives.
7. Data Management and Reporting: Compile, organize and present program compliance data and results in both written and verbal form. Assist with reporting to the CA Energy Commission, as well as city leaders and the public.

Minimum Qualifications: Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or related field. Experience in building energy usage and systems and/or Energy Star Portfolio Manager is a plus.
Term of Fellowship: January – August 2021

Interested applicants should apply here:

https://fm.seiinc.org/climatecorps/jobs/building_efficiency_program_fellow_-_january_start_79DFD1.html

The City of Brisbane is currently recruiting for a Public Works Maintenance Worker I/II. Under the general supervision of the Public Works Team Leader, this position performs a variety of semi-skilled work in the maintenance, construction, modification, repair and operation of City infrastructure, including water systems, storm and sanitary sewers, parks, streets, trees and landscaped areas; and performs other related duties as required.  Please see the full job classification for details. Available positions can be filled at either level depending on experience, needs of the department and budget authorization.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES (Sample):

• Maintains, repairs, flushes underground water distribution lines, storm, and sanitary sewer collection systems.
• Excavates and prepares potholes and excavations related to water and wastewater line repair for patching on streets and alleys.
• Cleans storm drains, sidewalks and other appurtenances.
• Repairs and replaces plumbing fixtures, as required.
• Inspects and performs routine maintenance on HVAC equipment.
• Removes concrete, builds forms and repairs sidewalks and gutters, and performs other concrete work around City buildings.
• Maintains public facilities, shop areas and other buildings in a clean and orderly condition, performing regularly assigned custodial duties.
• Performs basic remodeling to City facilities; repairs and replaces plumbing fixtures; and repairs, replaces and maintains interior and exterior lighting systems.
• Troubleshoots maintenance and repair problems, and determines the materials and equipment required for repair.
• Contacts residents and businesses to inform them of work to be performed.
• Maintains logs and records of work performed and materials and equipment used.

 Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

Public Works Maintenance Worker I – Equivalent to graduation from high school. Six months of construction, maintenance or repair experience in at least one of the areas found in City work.

Public Works Maintenance Worker II – In addition to the above, two years of semi-skilled maintenance, construction or repair experience in a variety of craft areas at a level equivalent to the City’s Public Works Maintenance Worker I class.

Licenses:  

Public Works Maintenance Worker I - Must possess a valid California Class C driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record. Must be able to obtain Water Distribution Operator I (D1) issued by the State of California within six (6) months of appointment and obtain a Water Distribution Operator II (D2) by the State of California within eighteen (18) months of appointment.  Such licenses and certifications shall be maintained during employment.

Public Works Maintenance Worker II - Must possess a valid California Class B driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record, or be able to obtain a Class B driver’s license within twelve (12) months of appointment. Must possess a Water Distribution Operator I (D1) issued by the State of California at time of appointment. Must be able to obtain a Water Distribution Operator II (D2) by the State of California within twelve (12) months of appointment.  Such licenses and certifications shall be maintained during employment.

Knowledge of: Maintenance principles, practices, tools and materials for maintaining and repairing a variety of utilities, pump stations, water storage facilities, lift stations, facilities, buildings, grounds and equipment such as found in the City; the operation and minor maintenance of a variety of hand and power tools, vehicles and power equipment; safety equipment and practices related to the work; and safe driving rules and practices and basic traffic control procedures.

Skill in: Performing semiskilled construction, modification, maintenance and repair work on a variety of utilities, pump stations, water storage facilities, lift stations, facilities, building, grounds and equipment such as found in the City; troubleshooting maintenance problems and determining materials and supplies required for repair; skillfully and safely use and maintain tools and equipment related to the work; making accurate arithmetic calculations; reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications; maintaining accurate logs, records and basic written records of work; and working independently or in a team situation.

Physical Demands: Must possess strength, stamina and mobility to perform heavy physical work and use varied hand and power tools; safely drive a motor vehicle and operate heavy construction equipment; as well as lift and move materials and equipment weighing 90 pounds or heavier.  Must be willing and able to work outside in all weather conditions.

SALARY AND HOURS:

Maintenance Worker I:  $28.33 - $29.74 - $31.23 - $32.79 - $34.43 per hour.

Maintenance Worker II: $31.16 - $32.70 - $34.35 - $36.05 - $37.86 per hour. 

Appointment to this classification is normally made at the first step of these five step scales. Appointment to the Maintenance Worker II classification, with possession of a valid California Class B Driver’s license, would be eligible to start at the second step of the scale. This is a full-time 40 hours per week position working Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM.  Must be available for regular standby assignments and work emergency overtime as required.

BENEFITS: This position is eligible for benefits under the General Employees Association memorandum of understanding.  Health benefits are offered through the CalPERS Health Program.  The City contributes to a flexible benefit plan towards the cost of several health plans offered, up to family coverage for Kaiser. City provides paid vision through VSP, dental through a self-insured reimbursement program, long-term disability and life insurance coverage through Voya Financial, and an Employee Assistance Program through MHN.  Retirement benefits are provided through CalPERS: 2%@60 for Classic members, 2%@62 for New (PEPRA) members.  The City will make a contribution of 1.5% to a Deferred Compensation 457K plan with additional matching available.  Flexible health reimbursement and dependent care spending accounts are also available.  Free commuter shuttle to and from BART and Caltrain.

LEAVE:

Vacation:  80 hours annually

Sick:   8 hours of sick leave accrued monthly

Holidays: 14 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays 

Longevity:  40 hours after 15 years of service

APPLICATION PROCESS: Interested candidates must submit a completed on-line employment application at www.calopps.org.  Resumes in lieu of a completed application will not be accepted. ONLY THE FIRST 100 APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Applications must be received by Monday, December 7, 2020, at 5:00 PM or until the maximum number of applications are received.  Postmarks and faxes will not be accepted. 

SELECTION PROCESS: Applications will be screened and a limited number of the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to the written examination.  Written examinations are multiple-choice.  A limited number of top scorers from the written examination will be invited to the oral panel interview. An eligibility list will be established from those who pass the written examination and oral panel interview process.  Eligibility lists are good for one year, unless abolished sooner.  As positions are available, candidates on the eligibility list may be contacted by the department and scheduled for additional interviews and/or performance testing.  Depending on the number of applicants, this process may be altered. Recommendations for appointment from this list will be made to the Public Works Director, who will make the final decision.  Prior to appointment, a thorough background check, including fingerprinting for submission to the Department of Justice must be completed, as well as a pre-employment physical evaluation, including drug testing.

The City of Brisbane is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin, or any other status protected by state,  federal or city law in its employment actions, decisions, policies, and practices. 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.

The City of San Bruno invites your interest for the position of Finance Director. Please read the recruitment brochure for information on the position, benefits, and application process. To be considered for this opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter electronically to www.peckhamandmckenney.com. 

The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices. If you require special accommodations, please contact us to discuss your needs.

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Recruitment is open until filled.

Performs a variety of unskilled or semi-skilled maintenance work, and operates a variety of equipment in the construction, operation, repair, maintenance and replacement of Town water, sewer, street and storm drainage facilities and systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Perform required labor involved in construction and maintenance projects as part of a crew, including pavement cutting, ditch digging, manhole and line cleaning, main and pipe repair, laying and backfilling.
• Perform routine cleaning, inspection and preventive maintenance of equipment and refers defects or needed repairs to supervisor.
• Performs all duties in conformance with appropriate safety and security standards.
• Maintains Corporation Yard and other Town facilities.
• Responds to residents' requests for service.
• Maintains a variety of records relating to maintenance activity.
• Assists in determining the locations of water, storm drain and sewer lines from the appropriate sources prior to excavation.
• Drives trucks of various sizes and weights in the loading, hauling and unloading of equipment and supplies.

THE PROPERTY TAX DIVISION
The Property Tax Division of the County Controller's Office is responsible for computing tax rates based on assessed property values provided by the County Assessor, distributing property taxes to local taxing agencies and processing roll corrections and refunds. The Division also handles accounting for special districts.

The Property Tax Division Manager, under the Assistant Controller's direction, will oversee the responsibilities of the Division and the accounting services provided to the special districts. In this role, the Property Tax Division Manager will have the opportunity to work with and supervise a team of ten dedicated and experienced property tax personnel.

The Property Tax Division Manager position requires the ability to understand complex property tax law, provide this information to staff and incorporate changes into the property tax system. The ever-changing laws, rules and regulations require a keen ability to consider and solve-for the impacts the changes will make throughout the property tax system.  The person in this position should have demonstrated success is such collaborative efforts.

Duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Manage the annual calculation of debt service tax rates, annual tax levy, apportionments of all property tax dollars, and roll maintenance.
• Manage preparation and filing of periodic property tax reports.
• Address inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Be responsible for maintaining compliance with State laws and regulations.
• Ensure proper accounting of property tax transactions and of jurisdictional changes.
• Determine, track, and report budget and performance measurement standards for the division.
• Possess supervisory experience which includes hiring, training, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, and assigning work to staff.
• Maintain a cross-training program for staff development that provides backup support for the functions within the unit.
• Create, establish, revise and maintain written policies, procedures, and job instructions for all aspects of the Property Tax Division process.
• Research complex technical property tax related questions or issues and apply knowledge to designing and communicating viable solutions.
• Develop and maintain controls to ensure property tax apportionments, related schedules and work papers are computed accurately and timely.
• Analyze, evaluate and coordinate system programs and formulations and make appropriate recommendations to enhance current processes.
• Consult with management, officials from other government agencies and other interested parties on policies, practices and matters related to property tax administration.
• Monitor, review, and assess implications of changes in laws and regulations.
• Provide opinions and procedures for implementation of changes in laws and regulations.
• Manage the property tax system which includes collaborating with IT personnel to develop improvements, implement design changes, and design necessary training for the user community.
• Perform related work as required.

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Advanced principles and practices of financial administration and resource planning, including public budgeting and reporting.
• Advanced principles of financial forecasting and financial analysis.
• Theories, principles and practices of accounting and auditing and their application to governmental accounting.
• Generally accepted accounting principles and/or auditing standards including those specifically applicable to government agencies.
• Basic principles and practices of County-wide operations and its administration and organization.
• Advanced principles and practices of operational, financial and EDP auditing.
• Advanced principles and practices of management and organizational effectiveness.
• Principles of personnel training, supervision and evaluation.
• Relevant automated fiscal/financial information systems, applications and terminologies.
• Federal, State and local laws and regulations applicable to assigned area of responsibility as well as laws and regulations governing the financial operations of public agencies.

Skills/Ability to: 

• Plan, organize, manage, coordinate and evaluate the functions and staff of assigned division.
• Analyze and evaluate complex accounting, auditing, and/or financial problems, records and reports.
• Prepare clear and concise reports.
• Analyze, interpret, apply and explain related laws and regulations.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Coordinate activities with other departments, programs and/or outside agencies.
• Direct and participate in the analysis of a wide variety of highly complex administrative and operational problems and make effective operational and/or procedural recommendations.
• Develop, administer and interpret policies, guidelines and procedures related to the assigned program area.
• Plan, schedule and manage large scale projects.
• Negotiate agreement between differing individuals and groups of individuals, and utilize appropriate interpersonal style and methods of communication to gain acceptance, cooperation, or agreement of a plan, activity, and/or program idea.
• Work cooperatively with other County departments and public and private organizations.
• Perform complex mathematical and statistical calculations accurately.
• Prepare complex and detailed written reports, procedures, grant applications and contracts.
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.

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: 

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting, or Public Administration or a related field.
• Experience: Three years of increasingly responsible experience performing a wide variety of administrative, financial, or managerial duties in a large, complex public agency including at least one year of direct experience managing and/or supervising an accounting or auditing function related to assigned division.

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