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The Vallejo Flood and Wastewater District invites applications for  OPERATIONS SUPERINTENDENT to fill one vacancy. The final filing date is February 07, 2020.

The District is seeking an Operations Superintendent who is responsible for supervising and overseeing Operations staff.  This position requires in-depth and comprehensive knowledge of wastewater treatment plant operations, department policies and procedures. The incumbent in this management position is expected to quickly identify and correct problems, including troubleshooting complicated biological, chemical, mechanical, electrical, and controls systems problems. The incumbent should also have knowledge of compiling data for preparation of state mandatory reporting, and be able to develop and maintain department budgets.

In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications (please see job description), the ideal candidate for this position will also possess the following attributes:

• Creates a positive work environment.
• Displays a positive and professional attitude with a focus on developing strong Leadership skills.
• Respects and supports the diversity and differences in their coworkers and the community we serve.
• Has outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to successfully adapt to changing priorities.
• Has a passion to improve the organization and a desire to continuously strive for personal growth.
• Is a team player who enjoys working with peers, partners and others to positively impact the District’s efficiency, performance and work environment.
• Is open, honest, direct and will exercise a high degree of common sense and sound judgement.
• Discreet and respectful when dealing with confidential and sensitive matters.
• Strong and proven management and leadership skills; as well as skills in business and organizational management, financial management, program and project planning, strategic planning and consensus building.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Supporting the Natural Resources and Real Property Departments

Annual Salary Range: $62,419 – $77,912

plus full benefits including CalPERS pension

Application Deadline: February 23, 2020 at 5:00 p.m.

Are you a bright, curious, and energetic administrative professional with a passion for preserving open space? Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant to support our Natural Resources and Real Property Departments.  In this position, you will play an active role in protecting some of our most precious and threatened open space resources in Santa Clara, San Mateo, and Santa Cruz Counties.  This is a full journey-level classification where the incumbent is expected to perform a wide variety of administrative and office support duties with occasional instruction or assistance.

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 public enjoyment and recreation. Midpen is a growing organization with a focused mission that guides our work, and where every employee makes an impact.  If you are looking for an outstanding opportunity to contribute to the legacy of open space protection and outdoor recreation, working with an incredible team of like-minded colleagues, we invite you to apply for this position!  Check out the Working for Midpen video on our Employment Opportunities page.

About the Position: The Administrative Assistant will provide high quality administrative support to the Natural Resources and Real Property Departments. We are looking for an organized person with excellent verbal and written communication skills and superb attention to detail to perform a wide variety of administrative duties supporting departmental and program operations.  Duties include, but are not limited to: in Natural Resources you will coordinate public meetings and bid requests with Midpen Project Managers and outside contractors; in Real Property you will assist with title/escrow transactions, database management, and interfacing with the Counties on real estate matters.  

Required Education & Experience:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Equivalent to the completion of twelfth (12th) grade and three (3) years of progressively responsible general office experience.  Applicants should have experience in Microsoft Office including Outlook scheduling, Word, PowerPoint, mid-level Excel spreadsheet, as well as Adobe Acrobat editing.  A Bachelor’s Degree and public sector experience are a plus.

Licenses & Certifications Required:   Possession of a valid California Driver’s License. 

Working Conditions:   This position is at Midpen’s offices in Los Altos, California.  In addition to working in the office, the Administrative Assistant may hike on trails.  Occasional evening work may be required for committee or public meetings.  Ideal candidates will be comfortable working in these conditions.

Employee Benefits:   Midpen provides an excellent benefits package including health, life & disability insurance as well as CalPERS pension. Please see the Benefits page of Midpen’s website for details.

How to Apply: Apply online at CalOpps.org.  The application deadline is February 23, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. 

CalOpps is unable to accept applications after the deadline.

The following application items are required:

1. Fully completed CalOpps employment application* 

2. Cover letter 

3. Resume 

4. Supplemental question responses

*Incomplete applications will not be considered for the position.  Applicants with the most relevant experience and qualifications suitable for the position will be contacted for an interview.

Recruitment Timeline: We recommend applicants’ schedules be open during this timeframe for panel interviews.

Midpen is unable to accommodate individual schedules.

First Interview: March 17, 2020

Final Interview/Written Exercise at our Los Altos Office: March 20, 2020

Estimated Start Date: April 2020

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation

by contacting the Human Resources department at 650-691-1200   

Put your passion for Open Space to work!

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for a Supply Mail Clerk in the Health and Human Services Department. Under general supervision, receives shipments, fills supply requests, processes incoming and outgoing mail, provides courier services, assists with routine minor maintenance and repair and performs related work as assigned.

Example of Duties (See job description for the complete list):

· Process all out-going mail for the department; receive, sort by zip code, weigh and use postage meter machine to stamp mail based on pre-sort regulations.

· Pick up, sort and distribute inter-county mail from other departments within a specified time schedule, and deliver daily presorted mail to centralized locations.

· Check inventory daily and assist in ordering supplies and forms.

· Perform various errands for the department such as picking up print orders and supplies on an as needed basis from various local vendors, taking postage meter head to the Post Office and replenishing the postage as necessary.

· Performs minor custodial duties as necessary to maintain safe and orderly public and employee areas.

The City of Foster City is seeking a temporary part-time Office Assistant to provide clerical assistance to the Communications/City Clerk Department. Please note that this is a temporary, non-benefited position, and the duration of the position is expected to last between 4 and 6 months. The expected hours are approximately 25 hours a week, Monday-Friday, 5 hours per day.  

This is an opportunity to gain an understanding of local government functions while being part of a dynamic team.

The Office Assistant will primarily support the City Clerk Division. The position provides telephone coverage, takes messages and directs calls to appropriate staff members; provides public information and performs customer service; composes letters, memoranda, email and other correspondence; maintains up-to-date files, records, and databases; utilizes department or city-wide software applications to maintain records or perform various duties; provides assistance to executives, management and/or public officials. Other tasks include set up and break down of City Council Chambers pre and post meetings, general preparation for meetings, drafting meeting minutes and related agenda management and follow up.

The ideal candidate would have exceptional communication, organizational, and customer service skills and demonstrate a history of successful problem resolution and time management.  Additionally, the ideal candidate would thrive in a small-team setting where accuracy, resourcefulness, and follow-through are essential.  For more information on the specific job duties and job requirements, please follow the job description link provided below.

The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience.  In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Messenger Clerk classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay. 
 
The Messenger Clerk performs, under immediate supervision, work of routine difficulty in the collection and delivery of documents and materials to City departments and locations throughout the City. Performs routine clerical tasks as required.  
 
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.
 
Competencies
 
The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history.  Desirable competencies for this position include:

·     Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. 
·     Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts.
·     Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel.
·     Customer Service - Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor.
·     Team Work & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.
 

The Vallejo Flood and Wastewater District invites applications for  Electrical/Instrumentation Technician.
The final filing date is 5:00 p.m. on February 7, 2020.

Selection Interviews have been tentatively scheduled for Thursday, February 13, 2020.

The District is seeking an Electrical/Instrumentation Technician who performs preventative maintenance, repairs, makes adjustments, overhauls, calibrates, replaces and installs new electrical, instrumentation, computerized control systems, and computer network equipment in the wastewater treatment plant, sanitary and storm pumping stations; and performs other related work as required. 

The ideal candidate will possess the following attributes:  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to adapt or  to work or environment changes; Ability to work independently; Create a professional and positive work environment.

Senior Utility Worker
$5,974 - $7,386 monthly
$71,688 - $91,512 annually

JOB SUMMARY:
Under direction of the Utility Systems Supervisor provides lead direction to crews in the utility maintenance operations assigned to maintain the City's water distribution and sewer collection systems; performs advanced skilled water supply and wastewater collection system maintenance work; performs related work as required.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:
An incumbent in this classification may be distinguished from an incumbent in the next lower classification in that the Senior Utility Worker provides oversight and field direction to personnel assigned to the maintenance of the City's water distribution and sewer collection systems.  Incumbent is also responsible for ensuring that day-to-day maintenance activities are in conformance with generally accepted principles, standards, laws and regulations governing the utility maintenance operation.  This class directs and personally performs skilled and advanced skilled work in the maintenance and repair of potable water production, storage and distribution facilities and wastewater collection systems.

IDEAL CANDIDATE:
The ideal candidate will have recent water/wastewater experience with strong leadership and problem-solving skills. In addition to the essential functions listed below, the incumbent will possess good time management skills; maintain attention to detail and accuracy; have the ability to provide lead direction to assigned staff; have a strong work ethic as well as the interpersonal and communication skills needed to maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers. This position will lead a team in maintaining and repairing the City's water distribution and wastewater collection systems.

APPLICATION and SELECTION PROCESS:
For more detailed information and to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please apply on-line at  https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/morganhillca

Please note this position will close on Friday, February 7, 2020.

The District has one open, full-time position of Finance Director/Treasurer.

For more information or to apply, visit Ralph Andersen & Associates at:

https://www.ralphandersen.com/jobs/finance-dir-marin-municipal-water-district/

Candidates should apply by Monday, February 3, 2020 for optimal consideration. This recruitment is considered open until final selection is made.

The District has one open, full-time position of Information Technology Manager.

For more information or to apply, visit Ralph Andersen & Associates at:

https://www.ralphandersen.com/jobs/it-manager-marin-municipal-water-district/

Candidates should apply by Monday, February 3, 2020 for optimal consideration. This recruitment is considered open until final selection is made.

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