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The City of Sunnyvale is seeking a Senior Planner. Under the general direction of the Assistant Director of Community Development or Planning Officer, performs, plans, directs and supervises professional planning activities of the Planning Division within the Community Development Department; including a variety of complex technical planning activities relative to an assigned area of responsibility; and performs related work as required.

The Senior Planner classification is the advanced journey-level in the Planner series. Incumbents assigned to this classification are responsible for more complex projects and planning project management. This position differs from the lower-level classification of Associate Planner in that the lower class performs more routine planner duties.

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package. A complete application consists of a City application and responses to the supplemental questionnaire.  The position opens Tuesday, October 1, 2019 and final filing date is Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at 5:00 pm. For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on JOBS.

Salary $49.0531 - $62.6056 Hourly | $102, 030.00 - $130,220.00 Annually

THE OPPORTUNITY

The City of Pacifica is a beautiful coastal community, just south of San Francisco with an exciting opportunity. We are currently hiring a RANGER to join our team. Under direction, the Ranger performs a wide variety of duties relating to the operation of the municipal fishing pier, recreation facilities, parks, playgrounds, trails, beaches and any related work within the City’s rights of way.

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. At the City of Pacifica, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and residents.

BASIC EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assists and supervises the general public in its use of recreational facilities, including but not limited to parks, playgrounds, beaches, and the municipal pier
• Enforces established ordinances and regulations, mainly related to motor vehicles
• Performances maintenance and custodial duties
• Provides information to the public regarding the use of fishing piers, beaches and parks
• Provides first aid for minor accidents
• Enforces parking control ordinances with regards to meter parking and restricted parking zones
• Issues citations accordingly

The duties described in this job announcement are intended only as illustrations of the basic 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. 

The Town of Hillsborough is seeking part-time clerical assistance in the Planning & Building Department.    

Position requirements

Position will work four days a week, four hours per day.

Monday - Thursday  8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

The successful candidate will provide general office clerical assistance, including but not limited to:

• Scheduling inspections
• Answering phones
• Filing
• Scanning
• Mailings
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum requirements

Graduation from high school and one year responsible clerical office experience.  Working knowledge of computers and Word/Excel software programs.  Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.  Previous experience in a Planning Department is desirable.

Are you an experienced law enforcement professional looking for an amazing opportunity on the Coast? If so, we invite you to explore this opportunity with the City of Pacifica.

The City of Pacifica is currently recruiting for a Police Captain to join in our mission of protecting and serving the Community.

To learn more about this opportunity, please click here.

The City of Albany Police Department is currently seeking Parking Enforcement & Traffic Control Technician applicants. 

Parking Enforcement & Traffic Control Technician is a civilian, non-sworn position. Under the direction of a police supervisor, the Parking Enforcement & Traffic Control Technician is responsible for a variety of routine paraprofessional traffic enforcement and control duties, related primarily to the enforcement of municipal parking laws and regulations.  The workweek is variable and is subject to the needs of the department.  Technicians typically work 16 - 25 hours per week.

Examples of Duties

• Patrol City streets (both walking and motorized patrol) and issue citations for parking violations such as illegal parking in restricted zones and parking in front of driveways or fire hydrants.
• Chalk tires and return to verify violation, and issue overtime citations.
• Issue citations using hand-held computers and issue hand written citations.
• Document violations and prepare reports related to enforcement of 72-hour parking restrictions; facilitate towing and storage of vehicles for violations of parking regulations, ordinances and laws.
• Report and respond to traffic and emergency situations; respond to requests for assistance with traffic control problems; direct traffic; maintain a traffic control post.
• Receive and respond to complaints and reports of routine parking incidents from the public; respond to public complaints of abandoned and illegally parked vehicles.
• Inform the public of regulations and procedures related to parking enforcement.
• Courteously and tactfully assist the public by answering a wide variety of questions regarding parking enforcement, traffic regulations, and the location of public buildings, parks, transportation facilities and other general directions.
• Testify in administrative hearings and court cases related to parking violations and citations.
• Use a two-way radio to communicate with public safety dispatchers to arrange for towing and call for emergency assistance;
• Communicate orally and in writing with the citation processing vendor.
• Perform clerical duties to include typing, filing and copying.
• Accurately and promptly retrieve information from computer terminals and files; apply appropriate procedures required to input and retrieve data from a computer.
• Maintain records related to work performed; conduct simple research and prepare brief reports to Police Department administration as requested.
• Maintain specialized parking enforcement vehicles in clean, serviceable condition.
• Perform other duties, as necessary, including filling in as a substitute Crossing Guard.
• Operate a Department vehicle and respond to service calls as required.
• Observe and report damaged street signs, inoperative traffic signals and curb markings in need of maintenance.
• Report unusual occurrences or problems of an urgent nature to supervisor and act in accordance with instructions received.

Benefits

This is a temporary position that is not eligible for benefits beyond what is required by law. 

Minimum Requirements

• Possession of a high school diploma or GED.
• At least one year of work experience performing customer service or public contact duties.
• Must possess and maintain a valid California Class C Drivers' License.
• May be required to work evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Successful completion of a criminal records review, DMV history assessment, psychological interview, medical examination and drug screening.
• Safety apparel required (will be provided by City).

Selection Process

Interested individuals are encouraged to apply today!  All completed applications will be reviewed.  Based on the information provided in the application documents, the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the selection process which is tentatively scheduled as follows:

• Deadline to Submit Application:  November 11, 2019 at 6:00pm
• Written Exam:  November 20, 2019 at 6:00pm 
• Oral Board Interviews: Tentatively scheduled for the week of December 2, 2019

The information contained above is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.   The City of Albany  is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against race, color, gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, sex origin or disability.  In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, should special accommodations be necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Technician at (510) 528-5715 at least five business days prior to the event.

The City of Marysville is excited to recruit for the Fire Administrative Assistant position!  Below is the job description for a better understanding of the position and the skill set desired.                                                                                        

JOB SUMMARY

Under limited direction, the Fire Administrative Assistant performs a variety of responsible, confidential, and complex administrative support duties for a department head; completes technical and functional duties of a clerical nature; interacts frequently with the public and provides information or directs questions and requests to the appropriate staff; and performs a variety of administrative support functions for the fire department as required.

Receives general or limited supervision from assigned supervisor.  Exercises no direct supervision over staff.  May provide technical and functional supervision to lower level staff.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This class is the advanced journey level class of the Administrative classification series that performs the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series.  Responsibilities include performing specialized and technical office support duties to the assigned department or division(s) to ensure efficient service provision.  Responsibilities require the frequent use of tact, discretion, confidentiality, and independent judgement as well as a knowledge of departmental and City activities.  The work involves frequent contact with the public.  This class distinguished from the Administrative Clerk series by the comprehensiveness of its job functions, and the specialized knowledge exercised in the performance of job duties.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

Essential functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform a wide variety of routine to complex administrative and clerical duties, and confidential duties for a department head or designee.  Support departmental or divisional operations, including filing, preparing records and monthly reports, accounts payable, ordering and maintaining office and other related supplies.
• Checks and tabulates standard mathematical or statistical data; may summarize such information and prepare periodic reports.
• Responsible for routine purchasing and budget duties; maintain financial, statistical, and/or operational reports and records as applicable.
• Screens calls, visitors, and mail; respond to for information assists and directs the public and callers to appropriate locations/staff; represents the City in a professional and customer friendly manner.
• Create and maintain confidential documents related to operations, personnel and other matters.
• Interpret City policies, rules and regulations related to assigned work.
• Weed abatement and fire prevention administrative duties.
• Prepare comprehensive reports, compile annual budget requests, recommend expenditure requests for designated accounts and monitor as appropriate.
• Perform duties related to department personnel administration including coordinating employee orientation, calculating and tracking time sheets and payroll, coordinating department recruitment activities, and processing Personnel Action Forms.
• Research, compile, and analyze data for special projects and various reports.
• Assist in the support of administration in preparing agenda items, staff reports, assembling background material, attending meetings to take minutes, and typing minutes of meetings as assigned.
• When applicable, provide technical and functional supervision as appropriate to lower level staff; recommend organizational procedural changes concerning clerical activities. 
• Make travel arrangements, maintain appointment schedules and calendars, arrange meetings and conferences, and schedule facilities reservations as necessary.
• Operate a variety of office equipment including word processing equipment and use a variety of software programs as appropriate.
• Types, originates, formats, proofreads, and distributes a variety reports, letters, and memoranda, including agenda items, bid documents, and documents associated with departmental projects.  As appropriate, respond to letters and general correspondence of a routine nature.
• Initiate and maintain a variety of files and records.
• Process various business and special use permits and licenses pertaining to the fire department.  
• Assist in the coordination of fire functions for various sanctioned City events.
• Maintains attendance and punctuality that is observant of scheduled hours on a regular basis.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (position requirements at entry)

Knowledge of:

• Practices and policies related to personnel record keeping.
• City government organization, functions, policies, rules, and regulations.
• English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation and basic statistics.
• Modern office methods, procedures, and computer equipment and software.
• Business letter writing and arithmetic.
• Organization, procedures, and operating details of the department assigned.
• Filing and records keeping practices.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.

Ability to:                                                                                                         

• Perform a wide variety of difficult and responsible administrative, secretarial and clerical work with limited supervision.
• Communicate clearly, logically, concisely, and persuasively, both in writing and orally.
• Complete assigned tasks relying on broad descriptions of objectives, rather than on extensive, separate instructions requiring frequent supervision.
• Prioritize workload effectively to meet deadlines under changing conditions.
• Observe, identify and problem solve office operations and procedural issues for the public and with staff.
• Compile and maintain complex and extensive records and reports.
• Maintain confidential data and information.
• Handle multiple projects and meet critical deadlines.
• Exercise a high level of judgment relative to confidential personnel and administrative matters. Exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.
• Establish, maintain, and foster effective, cooperative working relationships with individuals and groups encountered.
• Use computers and peripherals effectively in the accomplishment of assignments.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (requirements at entry)

Any combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education

A high school diploma, or equivalent.

Experience

Three years of increasingly responsible journey level secretarial and clerical experience involving frequent public contact.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

These functions may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation:

Must possess ability to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone.  This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work area and walking between work areas may be required.  Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, typewriter keyboard, or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.  Occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information.  Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push and pull materials and objects weighing up to 10 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.  Work is frequently disrupted by the need to respond to in-person and telephone inquiries. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public.  Work days can be stressful based on this being a public safety entity and work product deadlines.

Final filing date: Before 5:00pm, Friday, November 8, 2019 (Supplemental Questions Required)

Tentative Interview Date: Week of November 18, 2019

Appointment to this position is contingent upon:

*Reference check

*Employment and education verification

*Department of Justice fingerprinting criminal history records check

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications. Application, including all work history, must be fully completed if a resume is attached. Incomplete and/or inaccurate applications may result in disqualification from the recruitment process. All communication regarding your status in this recruitment process will be conducted via e-mail or postal mail. Be sure to include a valid e-mail address on the employment application. Applicants are responsible for notifying Human Resources of any changes to contact information.

About the Position

This opening is in the City’s Community Development Department, whereby primary support will be given to the Planning, Economic, and Housing Divisions.

Positions in this advanced-level classification perform a variety of clerical work including: complex multiple financial transactions and record keeping; extensive interaction with the public and other interested parties; and other responsible and complex support functions where there is minimal supervision of work that involves standard operating procedures.

Positions in this classification are distinguished from those in the lower class of Administrative Clerk through the complexity of the work performed, the job knowledge required and the independence with which duties are performed.  Senior Administrative Clerks independently compose written documents.

Positions in this classification are distinguished from those in the higher class of Administrative Assistant in that the latter perform technical and administrative work in support of a department head and principal staff.

May exercise limited supervision of part-time or temporary personnel.  Work is performed under minimal supervision or independently depending upon assignment.

Essential Duties

• Processes transactions in support of department programs which entail: substantial interaction with interested parties; knowledge of procedures and policies; and the accounting for payables and monies received.
• Provides information and assistance regarding department programs, policies and procedures to the general public, City personnel, vendors and contractors.
• Processes forms, invoices and other documents in accordance with established procedures; and checks for accuracy and completeness of entries, and for compliance with applicable City, statutory and other requirements; may transcribe documents, and arrange for official recording of documents with County Recorder.
• Computes and receives fees in accordance with department schedules and procedures, records revenue received and provides for the deposit of monies.
• May provide limited supervision to part-time or temporary personnel.
• Enters data and information in the preparation of reports, correspondence, forms and other documents.
• Prepares or assists in preparation of agenda packets for Council, Board and Commission meetings, act as minute taker and prepares minutes for such meetings, post agendas and minutes to City website.
• Processes accounts payable and prepares cash deposits.
• Works to solve customer complaints and issues related to assignment.

Do you have a passion for outdoor recreation and open space? Do you seek an opportunity to work on a variety of planning, design and construction projects that focus on preservation and public use of open space?  With the passage of the Measure AA bond measure in 2014, Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District has been ramping up project planning and delivery to fulfill the commitments made to the public regarding greater outdoor recreational access and environmental education, protected open space lands, and natural resource restoration.  The District is seeking a Planner III who will manage key design and planning projects supporting public access and outdoor recreation in Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties.  The ideal candidate will possess an educational background in landscape architecture, architecture, construction management, environmental planning or design, environmental sciences, natural resource management, or related field. The candidate should be an organized, creative, and energetic self-starter with excellent communication and project management skills, who enjoys working within a collaborative team dynamic. Top-level candidates should be familiar with design project management, environmental review processes, and local, state, and federal land use laws and permitting processes, including the American for Disabilities Act (ADA).

About the District: The District manages a regional greenbelt system in the Santa Cruz Mountain region comprised of over 63,000 acres of land in 26 open space preserves, protected for public enjoyment and recreation. The District is a growing organization with a focused mission that guides our work, and where every employee makes an impact.  It’s an exciting time to be part of the District’s team!  If you are looking for a challenging opportunity to contribute to the legacy of open space preservation and recreation, we invite you to apply for this position.  To learn more about the District, visit our website, OpenSpace.org, and view our “Working for Midpen” video on our Jobs page.

About the Position:  The Planner III focuses on a wide variety of planning and capital improvement projects that include site design to increase public access, outdoor recreation, interpretation and enjoyment of District lands; long-range planning; and land use planning. The Planner III is tasked with performing complex professional level design, planning and analysis; directing the design phase of capital improvement projects such as trails and staging areas and staff facilities; developing recommendations for land use policies; preparing long-range preserve and site-specific plans to guide the use and management of District lands conducting or overseeing studies to identify and evaluate environmental issues related to public access and natural and cultural resources; preparing requests for proposals; assisting in development of grant applications; preparing and/or assisting in the preparation of environmental review documents; and obtaining planning and environmental permits and initial approvals for District projects.  Beneficial skills for this position would include computer-based and/or other systems such as AutoCAD for conceptual site design or GIS for management and analysis of data regarding District lands, facilities, natural resources and activities.

The ideal candidate is expected to communicate well and collaborate closely with other departments to complete project requirements, work with local jurisdictional agencies to coordinate planning and permitting efforts; direct multidisciplinary teams of consultants; prepare and present clear and concise oral and written communications to senior staff, the Board of Directors and public; keep projects on schedule and on budget while remaining flexible to adjust priorities as needed; maintain well-organized and complete project documentation; and build trust with peers, community members, stakeholders, and District leadership. For additional information about the position, see the Job Description page on the District website. The position receives direct supervision from a Senior Planner.

Work Environment:  This position is part of the Planning Department at the District’s offices in Los Altos, California.  In addition to working in the office and providing project presentations to senior management, the Board of Directors, and Committees, and at public meetings, the Planner III will sometimes work in the field and hike through steep terrain and wildland areas.  Field work will require driving in remote areas on dirt roads, working in temperatures ranging from cold and blustery to hot and dry. Ideal candidates will be comfortable working in these types of field conditions, as well as in an office environment.

Education and 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 graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in landscape architecture, architecture, urban or regional planning, natural resource management, environmental planning, or a related field, and at least three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in design project management, preferably in parks, open space or related field, including at least one (1) year of supervisory and administrative responsibility. 

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

Benefits:   The Open Space District provides an excellent benefits package including health, life & disability insurance as well as CalPERS pension. Please see the Benefits page of the District website for details.

How to Apply:  Apply online at CalOpps.org.  Deadline to apply is Sunday, November 10, 2019 at midnight.  CalOpps is unable to accept applications once the application window closes.

The following four (4) application materials are required and constitute a complete application:

(1) A 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 interviews.

Recruitment Timeline: We recommend applicant’s schedules be open during this period for panel interviews.

The District cannot accommodate individual schedules.

First Interview: November 19, 2019

Final Interview/Written Exercise at our office in Los Altos: December 10, 2019

Estimated Start Date: Early January 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 City of Dixon is recruiting to establish an Eligibility List for future use.  Duties include a wide variety of professional law enforcement functions which do not require peace officer training, including youth services, crime prevention, records management, property and evidence management, information gathering and report writing, code enforcement, office support, operation of jail facilities and parking and traffic control.

Community Service Officer I:  This is the entry level class in the Community Service Officer series.

Community Service Officer II:  This is the full journey level class in the Community Service Officer series.  

EXAM PROCESS:  A limited number of candidates whose applications indicate that they, among those competing, are better qualified in terms of related education, training and experience will be invited to participate in a written exam (pass/fail) and candidates who pass the written exam will be invited for an interview. 

EMPLOYMENT PROCESSING: Candidates selected for hire must successfully complete and pass: a personal background investigation, and a pre-employment medical examination. All appointees are required to successfully complete a 12-month probationary period, and in accordance with Federal law, are to provide proof of identity and proof that they may legally work in the United States.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE POINTS will be applied. A copy of the DD214 form must be filed at the time of application.

The City of Dixon is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Reasonable Accommodation in the application, examination and selection process will be made upon request by calling 707-678-7000.