Search Jobs

The Position

The City of Orinda Planning Department is seeking a strong, customer-service oriented Planning Technician, for a limited-term, to primarily staff the Planning Counter and process code-enforcement cases. Depending on experience, the successful candidate may also gain opportunities to assist with various current and long-range planning tasks. This non-exempt position will report to the Director of Planning.

Qualifications

All City of Orinda employees are expected to uphold and exhibit the City’s core values including serving the public, being respectful and accountable, maintaining professionalism, and demonstrating responsibility. Specific qualifications for the position are noted in the following:

Education & Experience:

• A 4-year bachelor’s degree in planning or a related field;
• Equivalent to two-years of college, supplemented by at least two years of job experience or training in the planning or a planning-related field; or
• Four years of planning and building administrative support experience.

Other Qualifications Required:

• Ability to pass a comprehensive background check and an occupational medical pre-employment physical exam which includes a pre-employment drug screen.
• Ability to work in a standard office environment including ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, twist, and lift 30 pounds as well as ability travel to different sites and locations.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver's License.
• Strong communication (written and oral), research, and analytical skills.
• Competency in basic computer programs/applications such as Microsoft Office, Google Drive, Box, etc.
• Basic understanding of planning principles.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Coursework and/or experience with aspects of urban planning, long-range planning, urban redevelopment, public policy, civic engagement, stakeholder participation, and governance.
• Ability to be remain flexible and work both independently and collaboratively in a diverse and dynamic environment.
• Ability to learn fast and adapt quickly without comprising the quality of work.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping.
• Proficiency in ESRI ArcGIS.

Typical Functions

• Staffs the Planning Counter to assist the public, conduct plan checks, collect and process forms, and file permit applications and plans.
• Responds to email, telephone, and counter inquiries regarding the municipal code, entitlements, and the City’s development policies and procedures.
• Conducts field work, including Planning Final Inspections, site visits, and code-enforcement.
• Receives, investigates, and monitors requests to investigate alleged violations of the municipal codes and other complaints.
• Coordinates and conducts abatement procedures, including preparing correspondence, coordination with other agencies (Contra Costa County Building Division, Moraga-Orinda Fire District, etc.).
• Processes applications for a hillside-grading permit, elevated-deck permit, exception permit, tree-removal permit, and other “minor” discretionary projects.
• Assists staff in collecting and preparing data for various planning projects and provides support at community meetings as necessary.
• Researches and prepares routine graphic displays/exhibits for use by the Department, Planning Commission, and City Council.
• Drafts reports of limited or variable complexity.

How to Apply

Please visit CalOpps.org to submit a fully-completed application, current resume, and a cover letter before the filing deadline. A limited number of applicants with the most desirable qualifications, as determined by initial screening of applications and resume, will be invited to participate in an interview and testing process that may consist of a written test and oral-board interview. Applicants will be notified by email if they are invited to participate further in the selection process. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (925) 253-4214 or at humanresources@cityoforinda.org.

Completed application materials must be submitted on the CalOpps.org website by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 18, 2020.

The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

 
The City of Orinda is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex origin or disability.  In accordance with Federal law, the City of Orinda will only hire individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States.  Candidates with a disability which may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process should submit a request for accommodation with the application.  Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request.
 

Grants Program Manager

Pay Range/Annual: $89,981 - $112,375 (plus full benefits including CalPERS pension)

Application Deadline: February 17, 2020 at 5:00 p.m.

                                                                                                                                      ____________

If you are a bright, curious and energetic professional with a passion for protecting and preserving the environment and proven experience in grant program management, the Grants Program Manager opportunity at Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is an excellent opportunity for your next career move!

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!  We invite you to view our Working for Midpen video on our Employment Opportunities page.

About the Position:  The District’s Grants Program has been in place since 2017, with a primary focus on augmenting internal funding with state and local sources. The Grants Program Manager is part of a two-person team, currently managing about $8 million in grant revenue. The Grants Program Manager is responsible for managing and scaling the Program; primary functions include finding, evaluating, and applying for grant opportunities, advancing the District’s funding interests through state advocacy, and ongoing compliance and administration of grant funding already received.

Further, the Grants Program Manager oversees ongoing program administration, including development and management of grant-related systems, processes, maintains a program budget, and manages program contracts. In addition, the Grants Program also manages a $250,000 grantmaking program to support local non-profit and government organizations that align with the District’s mission. The Grants Program Manager is responsible for coordinating and administering this program with support from the rest of the organization.

This position offers the opportunity to advance your professional grant program management skills while you work with an innovative, highly skilled and growing workforce. The ideal candidate will be an organized, analytical, and strategic thinker who will cull grant making opportunities and match them to Midpen needs. He or she will also be a collaborative self-starter with excellent communication skills to represent Midpen with grantmakers, while simultaneously enjoying program administration and strategic program development. The Grants Program Manager will supervise a half-time Grants and Procurement Technician, who provides program-related support.

The Grants Program Manager works closely with Midpen departments to coordinate grant writing, compliance monitoring, and reporting functions. The position will also write Board reports to request approval for all aspects of grant applications and award processes, and provide presentations to senior management, the Board of Directors, Board Committees, and constituents at public meetings. Occasional field travel and trips to Sacramento are required. To learn more about this outstanding opportunity, visit our Job Descriptions page.

Work Environment:  The Grants Program Manager is part of the Administrative Services Department at the District’s offices in Los Altos, California, reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer/Director of Administrative Services. Presentations at public meetings will require travel to District outposts or other locations, which may require driving in remote areas on rough roads. Ideal candidates will be comfortable driving to and working in outpost offices and other locations, as well as the urban office location.

Education and Experience:  Any combination of training and years of work 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 business administration, non-profit management, natural resources, or a related field, and at least three (3) years of experience in grant writing, grant administration, and/or compliance monitoring for grant programs.

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

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

How to Apply: Apply online at CalOpps.org.  The application deadline is February 17, 2020 at 5:00 p.m.  CalOpps is unable to accept applications once the application window has closed.

Apply online via CalOpps.org. 

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: February 25, 2020

Final Interview/Written Exercise at our Los Altos Office: February 28, 2020

Estimated Start Date: March/April 2020

Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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!

PSE IV – CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER I/II
CLOSE DATE: Friday, January 31st, 2020

SALARY RANGE:
I  – $23.68  Per Hour   
II – $26.18  Per Hour

FINAL FILING DATE:
A complete application packet must be received in the Glenn County Personnel Department by 5:00 P.M., Friday, January 31st, 2020
THE POSITION
The PSE IV – Code Enforcement Officer I/II position performs field inspections, conducts investigations and office work necessary for the interpretation and enforcement of County and State codes, ordinances, and regulations governing building, planning, zoning, housing, public nuisances, health and safety, and other violations at the Glenn County Planning and Community Development Services Agency. The Code Enforcement Officer II differs from that of the Code Enforcement Officer I in that the former performs under minimal supervision. This position is at-Will, Temporary and Part-Time - scheduled for up to twenty-five (25) hours per week. This recruitment may be used to establish a list to fill future vacancies for the next six (6) months.
TRAINING, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSE/CERTIFCATE
One year of work experience performing field inspections or investigations. . High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Any combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Coursework or specialized training in code enforcement or related field is desirable.

Ability to obtain POST approved Penal Code 832 Arrest Course within one year of hire., Possession of an appropriate, valid California driver’s license.

Application forms may be completed on CalOpps.org or obtained from and returned to:
GLENN COUNTY PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT
525 W. Sycamore Street
Willows, CA  95988
Telephone (530) 934-6451 – Fax (530) 934-6452
TDD – No Voice (530) 934-6444
Website: www.countyofglenn.net

For a complete job description, please visit the Glenn County Personnel Department

THE COUNTY OF GLENN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. WE ENCOURAGE MINORITIES, WOMEN AND DISABLED INDIVIDUALS TO APPLY. IN ADDITION, BI-LINGUAL (SPANISH, HMONG, LAOTIAN) INDIVIDUALS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. WE ARE COMMITTED TO PROVIDING REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION TO APPLICANTS. QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES WHO NEED A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION DURING THE APPLICATION OR SELECTION PROCESS SHOULD CONTACT THE PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT

TO VIEW JOB ANNOUNCEMENT, CLICK JOB PDF OR JOB ANNOUNCEMENT URL BELOW.

For more information and to apply, please visit:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Cupertino

The Office of Mayor Sam Liccardo is seeking a visionary leader who is passionate about applying innovative technology to better serve the community and advance the Mayor's vision for San José. The person will lead a small but dynamic Technology and Innovation team that is responsible for carrying out the Mayor's Smart City vision.The following are examples of the types of duties that this position may be responsible for:

• Develop a comprehensive strategy, vision, and program for the Mayor's Office of Technology and Innovation as it enters 2020 and beyond with the Mayor
• Act as the public face for the Mayor's Office of Technology and Innovation as appropriate, including representing the city on major stages around the world, interacting with the press, and writing blogs and op-eds
• Advise the Mayor on major technology and innovation trends and develop strategies and programs to tackle these issues in San José
• Lead, manage and inspire the MOTI team including developing annual Objectives and Key Results (OKR) and work planning to ensure efficient delivery of the program.
• Manage all aspects of the MOTI portfolio including developing project priorities, driving public-private partnerships, managing communications and social media interfaces, and developing policy approaches
• Manage key donor relationships and fundraise as appropriate from corporate sponsors and foundations 
• Work with the policy team to develop state and national strategies working with our representatives in office to advance San Jose’s innovation mission
• Work directly with the City Manager’s Office of Civic Innovation and Digital Strategy, along with city departments, to ensure initiatives are implemented throughout City Hall
• Staff the Smart Cities and Service Improvement Committee to ensure broad oversight over smart cities initiatives
• Work with City Council members and staff the advance smart city initiatives
• Ensure continued implementation of existing projects to ensure they are completed on-time and on-budget
• Managing high-level advisory boards with technology executives from leading companies in Silicon Valley

This position will also be tasked with staffing the Mayor at relevant meetings and events, requiring availability on evenings and weekends. As exempt management employees, this position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
 
Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate's qualifications and experience.
  
 
   
   

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose’s website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers. 

The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience. In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Administrative Officer (AO) classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay.

The Administrative Officer of the Information Technology Department (IT AO) reports directly to the Chief Information Officer and serves as a member of the IT Executive Staff. The AO is responsible for leading all administrative functions of the department—fiscal, personnel, records, audit coordination, and liaising with departments on Citywide Strategic Support items.  The position currently leads seven employees, along with a varying number of temporary staff and interns. The position’s priority ongoing duties include:

• Personnel—Ensuring and supporting a superior IT work environment through recruitments; employee onboarding/offboarding; employee development and performance management (appraisals, investigations, discipline); timekeeping; and employee safety/wellbeing programs. 
• Budget—Preparing, validating, monitoring, and managing the department’s budget, updates, reports, and performance measures. Working with the CIO to evaluate Citywide IT requests.
• Accounting—Managing departmental expenditures, billing/charge-backs, procurements, contracting, travel reimbursements, and adherence to City financial policies and procedures.
• Projects—Lead and support departmental and City initiatives connected to information and communications technologies, as well as improvements to administrative services. 

The ideal candidate demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills, effectively handles challenging personnel issues, and has strong decision-making and strategic planning abilities. They must communicate expertly in written and verbal forms with all levels of the organization—e.g., drafting Council Memos, policies, and audit responses, and communicating those to stakeholders. Given a broad portfolio of responsibilities, the AO must also be able to independently prioritize assignments and interruptions to meet administrative and project deadlines in a highly technical environment.

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 professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations; knowledge of and experience using PeopleSoft, FMS, Taleo, Hyperion, and SolarWinds.

Leadership – Leads by example; demonstrates high ethical standards; remains visible and approachable and interacts with others on a regular basis; promotes a cooperative work environment, allowing others to learn from mistakes; provides motivational supports and direction.

Fiscal Management – Understands the relationship of the budget and resources to the strategic plan; complies with administrative controls over funds, contracts, and procurements.

Analytical Thinking – Approaching a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach.

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.

Management – Evaluates priorities to ensure the 'true' top priorities are handled satisfactorily; sets clear goals for the employees and the work unit.

Supervision – Sets effective long and short-term goals based on a good understanding of management practices; establishes realistic priorities within available resources; provides motivational support; empowers others; assigns decision-making and work functions to others in an appropriate manner to maximize organizational and individual effectiveness. 

Project Management:  Ensures support for projects and implements agency goals and strategic objectives.

Selection Process

The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews, one of which may include a practical/writing exercise.

You will be prompted to answer the following job-specific questions during the online application process.  Please note that there is a 4,000-character limit, including spaces, for each text response.  

•  Detail your experience in Personnel Management—e.g., recruitments; employee onboarding/offboarding; employee development and performance management; timekeeping; and employee safety/wellbeing programs. 
• Detail your experience in City Budgeting—e.g., preparing, validating/evaluating, monitoring, and managing a department’s budget; updates and reports; and performance measures.
•  Detail your experience in Accounting—e.g., managing expenditures, billing/charge-backs, procurements, contracting, travel reimbursements, and adherence to policies and procedures.
•  Detail your experience in Projects Management—e.g., leading and supporting change initiatives, as well as improvements to administrative services. 

You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. In addition, please attach your resume and a writing sample such as a Council memo, program report, strategic planning document, etc. that you prepared, as part of the application process. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Jun Kim at jun.kim@sanjoseca.gov.

This recruitment process will automatically close on Sunday, February 2, 2020.  

The Dixon Fire Department offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for volunteer applicants pursuing a career in fire safety.  Volunteer Firefighters are responsible for a wide variety of fire services including:  emergency medical aid, emergency rescue and all other suppression and prevention activities in protecting life and property.

Employment Processing: Along with a job related assessment process, those selected may be subject to a medical exam including drug screen, fingerprinting through the California Department of Justice and a background investigation; and in accordance with Federal law, are able to provide proof of identity and proof that they may legally work in the United States.  It is the policy of the City of Dixon to practice fair and equal employment under the law.

Veteran's Preference Points: 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 / FEDERAL AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. 

Reasonable accommodation in the application, examination and selection process will be made upon request by calling (707) 678-7000.

TO VIEW JOB ANNOUNCEMENT, CLICK JOB PDF OR JOB ANNOUNCEMENT URL BELOW.

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose’s website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers. 

The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience. In addition to the starting salary, employees in this classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay.

This position performs professional level administrative work for the Office of Employee Relations.  Some of the duties of the position may include:

·       Researching, interpreting, and analyzing labor contract issues

·       Conducting surveys of other employers regarding pay and benefits

·       Consulting with and advising supervisors on employee performance and conduct issues

·       Participating in various aspects of labor negotiations, including attending labor negotiation sessions, drafting proposals/correspondence, and conducting cost analysis of proposals

·       Developing and interpreting employee-related policies

·       Giving oral presentations to small and large groups of employees and supervisors on employee relations issues

·       Conducting investigations involving potential employee misconduct, including writing investigative reports, and assisting departments with the disciplinary process when needed

·       Making decisions quickly and at times with limited supervision

·       Carrying out other special projects as assigned