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THE OPPORTUNITY

The City of Pacifica is a beautiful coastal community, just south of San Francisco with an exciting opportunity. Currently, the City Manager’s Office has an opening for a customer service oriented professional with excellent administrative skills to join our team as the Executive Assistant/Deputy City Clerk.

The City of Pacifica works closely with the community and citizens, providing quality service. We take pride in offering excellent community service while remaining adaptable and responsive to our residents' needs and expectations.

THE POSITION

The Executive Assistant/Deputy City Clerk, an at-will position under the direction of the City Manager, performs a variety of confidential and complex administrative responsibilities in support of the City Manager’s Office. This position also assists the City Clerk’s Office and acts as the City Clerk in their absence.

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

• Perform a wide variety of complex, responsible and confidential duties for the City Manager’s Office and the City Clerk.
• Serve as the first point of contact for the City Manager. Greet/acknowledge customers who contact the City Manager’s Office while assessing the nature and urgency of issues with appropriate responses.  
• Respond to sensitive requests for information and assistance including but not limited to Public Records Requests; resolve citizen concerns and complaints.
• Review and summarize miscellaneous reports and documents; research and compile background information; prepare presentations, responses to Council questions, Council weekly updates, and other documents.
• Function as the City Clerk in their absence and perform all statutory and other duties; attend Council meetings as required.
• Interpret City policies, procedures, laws and regulations in response to inquiries and complaints.
• Make travel arrangements, maintain appointment schedules and calendars and arrange meetings, conferences and civic functions for the City Manager. Supports City Clerk in same for City Council.
• Initiate and maintain a variety of files and records of information including but not limited to legal claims, litigation files, certificates of insurance, etc.
• Provide general administrative support including purchasing, personnel activities, and special project support.
• Participate in budget preparation and administration; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations; submit justifications for budget items; monitor and control expenditures.
• Research, compile and analyze data for special projects and various reports.
• Plan and coordinate the City’s involvement in special events and meetings, including but not limited to coordinating resources, information and set-up for promoting the City at the annual Fog Fest, Eco-Fest and Rockaway Tree Lighting events; City Council Goal Setting special meetings; etc. for the City Manager and City Clerk offices.
• Assist the City Manager in the role of Public Information Officer, functioning as a liaison between media and the City Manager’s Office.
• Manage social media content and inquiries for general City government / City Hall / City Manager’s Office. Create, assemble and publish content for the City Manager’s Office weekly e-newsletter. Manage additional forms of public outreach and messaging as guided by the City’s Communications Plan.

Please refer to job description for additional details. 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.  Also, please note,  hours and exemption status of this position are under review (40 hours/exempt).

The County of San Mateo Sheriff's Office is seeking highly tactful candidates with exceptional attention to detail to join their team as a Sheriff's Property Officer. 
 
The Sheriff's Property Officer accepts and releases evidence from ongoing criminal cases. The position is responsible for the proper storage, release, and disposal of property and evidence, including digital evidence. The incumbent will maintain accurate records of these transactions in both electronic and paper formats. The Property Officer will also be responsible for maintaining inventory control records of the department's fixed assets, accessing and entering information in the California Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (CLETS), and taking fingerprints and photographs of various types of applicants and registrants.  Incumbents must be comfortable working around firearms, narcotics, and biological material.
 
The ideal candidate will:

• Have exceptional attention to detail skills.
• Be able to read and comprehend legal documents, laws, and ordinances.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and tactfully, both orally and in writing with employees, officials of public agencies, attorneys, property owners, and the public.
• Have experience with law enforcement computer databases, and experience in keeping accurate logs and records.
• Have the ability to enter and retrieve data from a computer with sufficient speed and accuracy.
• Have the ability to handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously.

Depending of qualifications, the vacancy will be filled at either the Sheriff's Property Officer I ($28.08-$35.10/hr) or Sheriff's Property Officer II ($33.64-$42.05/hr) level.

Examples Of Duties:

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

• Receive, maintain the chain of custody and integrity of, and safely store evidence, found property, and property held for safekeeping.
• Advise staff on proper packaging and submission procedures.
• Maintain files and records, both paper and in automated property management systems, regarding the receipt, storage, movement, and disposition of property. 
• Manage video evidence created by body worn cameras and in-car video cameras.
• Conduct inventories and audits of property and evidence.
• Release property to the public or to legally authorized persons in accordance with disposition forms, court orders, or stipulations.
• Compose correspondence to property owners or finders.
• Authorize the return of and release safekeeping and found property to rightful owners.
• Check out items needed for court, investigation, or forensic testing; share digital evidence needed for investigation or review; transport items to and from the Forensic Laboratory; and maintain records of items checked out.
• Copy or electronically transfer evidence in accordance with discovery requests and subpoenas.
• Testify in court to verify chain of custody records on evidence.
• Purge property as directed on disposition forms and by following appropriate federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Destroy or plan for the destruction of nuisance weapons and illicit materials such as controlled substances.
• Make arrangements for the auction of unclaimed property.
• Maintain inventory control records of department's fixed assets.
• Order supplies and equipment as necessary for assigned work.
• Contact or respond to questions of law enforcement personnel, attorneys, representatives of various agencies and the public concerning the release, location and disposition of property.
• Coordinate with staff handling Public Record Act requests and staff handling the training and deployment of body worn cameras and in-car videos.
• Take fingerprints and photographs of various types of applicants, registrants, and probationers.
• Operate various automated criminal justice information systems such as the County of San Mateo Consolidated Justice Information Portal (CJI), the California Law Enforcement Telecommunication System (CLETS), and the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) database.
• Attend trainings and stay abreast of industry best practices and changes in laws and regulations.
• 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:
 

Sheriff's Property Officer I: One year of store keeping or clerical experience which has included responsibility for maintaining inventory control records or a complex filing system.

Sheriff's Property Officer II: Two years of experience in a law enforcement or law administrative agency receiving, storing, releasing and inventorying property held for safekeeping.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and procedures of stock control systems and record keeping.
• General characteristics and values of different types of commodities.
• Techniques of receiving, storing, inventorying, safeguarding and disposing of personal and other types of property.
• California Penal Code, Civil Code, various County ordinances, the Federal Gun Act of 1968 and other laws governing public property, release of property and evidence and destruction of narcotics.
• General characteristics and values of different types of equipment used in the Sheriff's Office including characteristics and handling of firearms.
• Types of information stored in CLETS and NCIC.

 
Skill/Ability to:

• Explain and apply departmental policies and procedures including court procedures and process of obtaining release of property.
• Train personnel.
• Maintain complete and accurate records.
• Operate teletype and computer terminals.
• Read and comprehend legal documents, laws and ordinances.
• Exercise good judgment.
• Make accurate observations.
• Work well with minimal supervision.
• Deal effectively and tactfully with employees, officials of public agencies, attorneys, property owners and the public.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Lift and move bulky or heavy objects.
• Apply laws, codes and ordinances related to property management, guns, narcotics and evidence.
• Handle firearms.

Other Requirements: Pass a detailed background investigation and pre-employment medical exam prior to appointment. The selected candidate must possess a valid California driver's license at the time of hire.

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, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help/term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.
 
Responses to the supplemental questions are required in our online employment application.  A resume or reference to a resume will not be accepted as a substitute for your responses to these questions or the standard online application. 
  

1. An Initial review of application materials (weight: pass/fail). Overall presentation will be evaluated at this step and applicants submitting incomplete application and responses to the supplemental question, lacking relevant qualifications and/or not following instructions will be disqualified. 
2. Applicants who pass the initial review will be moved to the online written exam (weight:  pass/fail).  
3. Applicants who pass the online written exam will have their application screened by subject matter experts (weight: pass/fail).  At this step the application and responses to the supplemental questions will be thoroughly reviewed. 
4. The more highly qualified applicants who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). 

~ TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE ~
Final Filing Date:  June 23, 2021
Online Written Exam:  June 24-28, 2021 (Applicants must complete the exam within this timeline)
Application Screening:   July 1-2, 2021
Panel Interviews:  July 21 and/or July 22,2021
 

At the County of San Mateo, we welcome and celebrate the diversity of our employees, and strive to create a workplace where they feel valued every day.
  County of San Mateo is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Department of Public Works is seeking well-qualified candidates for the position of Stationary Engineer II.

Stationary Engineer II is the journey-level classification and incumbents are responsible for a wide variety of repair and maintenance work in the areas of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, emergency power systems, boiler equipment and piping repair, Building Automation systems, and miscellaneous equipment repair.
 
In addition to the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the duties of this job, the ideal candidate will also have:

• At least three years of journey-level experience as a Stationary Engineer
• A minimum of three years of journey-level experience in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems  
• Extensive knowledge and experience working with boiler and HVAC systems 
• Proficient in a wide variety of installations and repairs on plumbing, gas system piping, chiller/boiler piping, and wastewater systems, including the ability to operate a large sewer snake  
• The ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain a variety of equipment including air conditioning, electric motors, heating units, heat pumps, light commercial furnaces, burners, Fresh Air and exhaust fans, economizers and humidifiers is essential  
• Experience in energy management and computer-controlled systems is highly desired
• Experience with Fire Alarm testing, troubleshooting, and NFPA codes
• Backflow Prevention Tester certification is highly desired

 
Experience in a hospital or healthcare setting is highly preferred.  Employees must be willing to work evenings, weekends, and alternate shifts. 
 
Important: Employees in this position must successfully obtain and maintain a security clearance as a condition of employment.

Examples of Duties:

• Duties include, but are not limited to:
  Operate, maintain, install, and repair electrical, refrigeration, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and ventilating systems
• Operate, maintain, and repair boiler equipment
• Repair and replace pipes, fittings, and other equipment used in plumbing, gas, and steam systems
• Repair electrical equipment including lamps, fixtures, and switches; adjust electrical controls, motors, and auxiliary equipment up to 480 volts
• Test, operate, maintain, and repair emergency power systems including UPS, emergency generators, and associated equipment
• Use hand and power tools, including cutting and threading tools, grinders, reamers, wrenches, welders, saws, and other special tools
• Make minor carpentry repairs to doors, windows, floors, and other parts of buildings
• Do touch-up painting on repaired equipment
• Remove or arrange for removal of trash, pests, and other hazardous materials or debris in the course of performing work
• Properly place, set and inspect traps and collect and remove insects and pests
• Perform related duties as assigned

 
Additional duties may also include, but are not limited to:

• Reclaim or recycle refrigerant using Freon recovery systems
• Operate water treatment facility including wastewater and potable water
• Adjust and calibrate boiler burners and controls
• Adjust and calibrate chiller controls
• Test, calibrate, and repair back flow devices
• Calibrate HVAC controls and associated equipment
• Monitor building management systems
• Replace pumps and pump seals and repair and replace motor valves
• Repair and replace air conditioning units
• Troubleshoot HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and energy power systems
• Conduct preventative maintenance
• Understand fire alarm systems
• Repair and install chemical monitoring stations
• Repair, test, and record data on generators

The current vacancies are in the Facilities Maintenance and Operations Section of the Public Works Department. Locations include Redwood City Government Center, San Mateo Medical Center, the Youth Services Center, and the Maple Street Correctional Facility.
 
NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, limited term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.

QUALIFICATIONS

Licensure/Certification:

• Possession of a class C California driver license or equivalent
• Must obtain and maintain jail security clearance
• Universal Certification in Freon recovery upon hire
• Obtain Backflow Certification within six months of hire or promotion to Level II and maintain certification
• If designated as a water treatment operator, possession of or ability to obtain a valid Grade II Water Treatment Operator Certification issued by the State of California within six months of employment is required

 
Education:

• Completion of courses related to maintenance, installation, and repair of electrical, HVAC, plumbing, refrigeration, and power equipment

Experience:

• Two years of journey level experience as a stationary engineer or equivalent AND demonstrated experience in maintaining, installing, and repairing electrical, HVAC, plumbing, refrigeration, and power equipment in a large building, plant, or vessel. Two years of experience can be substituted with completion of an apprenticeship program.

 
Knowledge of:  

• Common safety practices in the workplace
• Heating and electrical equipment
• Principles and techniques used in stationary engineering
• Proper and safe use of basic hand tools
• Basic arithmetic for measuring, calibrating, and estimating
• Steam and gas fired heating systems, refrigeration equipment, and ventilating and air-conditioning equipment
• Electrical, plumbing, and refrigeration systems
• Controls and control systems
• Emergency power systems, generators, and associated equipment
• Freon recovery procedures and equipment
• Water treatment systems and operations, principles and practices, and regulatory mandates, if designated as a certified water treatment operator
• Safety rules, regulations, and work practices, including reference to hazardous chemicals
• Basic record keeping principles and practices

 
Skill/Ability to:

• Follow safety practices
• Troubleshoot and/or repair, replace, regulate, and control electrical, refrigeration, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and ventilating systems
• Determine and estimate materials required for a job and prepare requisitions
• Use hand and power tools
• Make metal parts and equipment
• Perform minor carpentry and painting tasks
• Follow oral and written instructions
• Communicate effectively, courteously, and professionally with customers and others
• Read and interpret plans
• Prepare and maintain accurate maintenance records
• Operate standard office equipment, computers, and timekeeping systems
• Lift and carry materials, supplies, and equipment; climb ladders; and crawl in tight spaces
• Perform water treatment plan and distribution system operations and maintenance activities if designated as a water treatment operator

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION

Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and Superior Court of California, San Mateo County employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help/term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.
 
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 http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply.  
The standard County employment application form, including the Supplemental Questionnaire must be completed as part of the application process.  A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required application materials. 
 
The examination process will consist of an Application Screening (pass/fail) and a Performance Examination, which will include a written test component (weight: pass/fail). Applicants must pass the Application Screening to be invited to the performance test.
 
Depending on the number of applications, an application appraisal may be conducted in lieu of the examinations. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination process. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.  
 
 
~ TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE ~
Final Filing Date: June 17, 2021
Application Screening: June 22 - 24, 2021
Performance Exam: TBD (Most likely July 14 and 15, 2021)
 

At the County of San Mateo, we welcome and celebrate the diversity of our employees, and strive to create a workplace where they feel valued every day.
County of San Mateo is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Analyst: Chet Overstreet (06042021) (Stationary Engineer II - T040)

This integral position is responsible for and oversees the City’s public works operations including – streets, traffic signals, street lights, drain-age/flood control, sewer collection, environmental services and construction activities – as well as the City’s fleet, equipment and automotive shop.

In addition to overseeing the division’s daily activities the Field Services Manager works collaboratively with other Public Works divisions, City departments, outside agencies, the public and staff towards department goals, objectives and priorities.

Please see the attached recruitment brochure and job description for more information.

Looking for an exciting and fulfilling job opportunity?

The City of San Bruno is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented and forward-thinking Chief Building Official to lead change within the Community and Economic Development Department, Building Division. As the City continues to grow within the burgeoning San Francisco Bay Area, now is an exciting time to join our team. The Chief Building Official oversees building inspection, plan checking, building code compliance, and zoning matters and manages complex administrative, supervisory and technical work in administering and enforcing building and related codes. 

This position reports directly to the Community and Economic Development Director and will directly supervise the Building Division which includes inspection and permitting processes. 

With a focus on exceeding community expectations and leading change through technology and enhancing communication, the Chief Building Official will uphold management best practices, develop and mentor the team, cultivate an environment that balances the need for quality inspection with customer service to the development and business community, adhere to labor and safety guidelines, ensure compliance with policy and procedures and establish clear expectations in a manner that upholds the values of the City. 

For a full, detailed class specification, click HERE. Some examples of the essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Manages and supervises assigned operations to achieve goals within available resources; plans and organizes workloads and staff assignments; trains, motivates and evaluates assigned staff; reviews progress and directs changes as needed.
• Provides leadership and direction in the development of short and long range plans, gathers, interprets and prepares data for studies, reports and recommendations, coordinates department activities with other departments and agencies as needed.
• Performs and administers a variety of codes, including the California Building Code Series, International Building Code, Mechanical Code, Plumbing Code, Electrical Code, Fire Code, Uniform Housing Code, Uniform Abatement of Dangerous Buildings Code, and local codes such as nuisance, clearing, grading, and zoning, etc.; issues correction notices and citations.
• Maintains harmony among workers and resolves grievances; assists staff in performing duties.
• Explains, interprets, and provides guidance regarding all applicable codes to architects, engineers, contractors, developers, and the general public. Reviews current trends in the field of construction, and prepares revisions to codes, ordinances and local regulations; supervises the examination of building plans of all types to determine compliance with code requirements and related regulations.
• Prepares and administers the annual operating budget of the Building Division; assures that assigned areas of responsibility are performed within budget; performs cost control activities; monitors revenues and expenditures in assigned area to assure sound fiscal control; prepares annual budget requests; assures effective and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel, materials, facilities, and time.
• Researches problems and complaints regarding commercial and residential buildings, building construction and code compliance; responds to complex and sensitive building issues.

In addition to graduation from an accredited college or university with an AA/AS degree or technical instruction in building technology, building inspection, construction management, mechanical, electrical, plumbing or building construction; a valid California driver's license as well as possession of a least one International Code Council (ICC)) or other nationally recognized certification i.e. Building Official, Building Inspector, Combination Inspector or Plans Examiner Certification and four years of experience in general construction or a related field; the ideal candidate will possess supervisory experience as well as the following:

• Demonstrated experience driving organizational and cultural changes needed to achieve strategic objectives utilizing technology to meet the needs of customers to promote transparency and ease of the process; catalyzing new approaches to improve results by transforming organizational culture, systems, or products/services; helping others overcome resistance to change.
• Strong, hands-on technical skills in building inspection and administration; thorough knowledge of building codes, plan checking, zoning and City policy and procedures.
• A proven record of managing individual performance by helping others set performance goals and then, tracking results and evaluating performance effectiveness.
• The ability to establish and sustain trusting relationships by accurately perceiving and interpreting own and others' emotions and behavior; using insights to effectively manage own responses so that one's behavior matches one's values and delivers intended results.
• Originating action to improve existing conditions and processes; identifying improvement opportunities, generating ideas, and implementing solutions.
• Placing a high priority on the (internal or external) customer’s perspective when making decisions and taking action; implementing service practices that meet the customers’ and own organization’s needs.
• Making sound business decisions by securing and comparing information from multiple sources to identify business issues; committing to an action after weighing alternative solutions against important decision criteria.
• Fostering a culture of trust in the work environment by encouraging people to act with integrity and treat each other and their ideas with respect; creating and protecting a high-trust environment by setting an example, advocating for others in the face of challenge, removing barriers to trust, and rewarding others for demonstrating behaviors that cultivate trust.
• Demonstrated skill in translating strategic priorities into operational reality; aligning communication, accountabilities, resource capabilities, internal processes, and ongoing measurement systems to ensure strategic priorities yield measurable and sustainable results.
• Helping others deal effectively with antagonistic situations to minimize damage to the relationships and promote shared goals; using appropriate interpersonal methods to reduce tension or conflict between two or more people and facilitate agreement.

This recruitment is being conducted to fill one Chief Building Official vacancy and may be used to fill future full-time vacancies as they occur during the active status of the employment list.  

Excellent Benefits

• CalPERS retirement formula of 2.7% @ 55 for classic members or 2% @ 62 for new members
• 80 hours management leave annually with an annual option to cash out
• Annual accruals of 10-23 vacation days based on years of service, 14.5 holidays and 12 sick days
• $500 personal and professional reimbursement annually
• Opportunity for bilingual incentive pay up to 2.5%
• Matching deferred compensation contribution of 0.5% of salary
• Medical, dental and vision benefits provided with employee contribution
• Life Insurance equal to one year’s annual salary provided at no cost
• Long-term disability insurance provided at no cost
• Section 125 Flexible Benefit Plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Annual Salary: $120,420 - $147,768

How to Apply

Applications may be submitted online at https://www.calopps.org. The City of San Bruno utilizes a merit-based selection system. Such a system is competitive and based on broad outreach efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to take part in a process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position.

​​​​​​​What happens next?

• We will review your application and all supplemental materials to select the best qualified applicants to continue in the process. Screening will include a review of minimum qualifications, application appraisal rating of education, training and experience and relevance of background qualifications related to the target job as well as supplemental questions if applicable.
• Applicants selected to move forward in the process may be asked to participate in any combination of the following (at any phase of the selection process): a written examination, job related exercise, physical test or job simulation, phone interview, in-person or video interview(s), and/or web-based testing.
• The final phase of the selection process is the probationary period, which in most cases is one year, depending on your classification.

Reasonable Accommodations: 

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. 

The City of San Bruno Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the selection process to accommodate disabled applicants. Individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation in the process must inform the Human Resources Department by the final filing date by emailing hr@sanbruno.ca.gov.

Why Join our Department?
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 our community. You’ll be joining a talented team in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment dedicated to serving the San Mateo community.  The Community Development Department’s core function is to ensure a quality-built environment, healthy neighborhoods, and a strong economic base in the City.  

The Community Development Department is staffed by 50 employees. The Department, which is divided into four divisions: Building, Code Enforcement, Housing and Planning, provides a broad range of functions relating to the development of the community.  The Planning Division provides long-range planning and review of applications for new developments.  The Code Enforcement Division provides maintenance of the city’s neighborhoods.  The Housing Division provides development and administration of affordable housing programs.  The Building Division provides construction permit review, issuance, and inspection for residential and commercial structures.

Collaboration, Innovation, Respect, Creativity, Transparency and Informed Risk-taking are attributes that we are seeking in the candidates. 

Look to some of the reasons why the City of San Mateo is a great place to work, 
https://youtu.be/XNAF7GZUNl8?list=PL3QUX6-y-89-D28g895DzvObmoD89Dqdn 

What You’ll Do
To inspect routine and complex structure and building systems at various stages of construction, alteration and repair; to investigate and secure compliance with housing, zoning, environmental and general land use standards; to assist in the review of building plans and specifications; and to do related work as required.

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

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES - Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

•    Make field inspections of industrial, commercial, and residential buildings during various stages of construction and remodeling; ensure proper and safe installations of routine and complex building systems; ensure building progress conforms to California Building Code, Plumbing and Electrical Codes, City codes and ordinances and pertinent provisions of Federal, State and County health and environmental ordinances.
•    Responds to emergencies when called upon by supervisor, or emergency dispatchers, to assist as technical expert in evaluation of safety. 
•    Issue permits for work to be performed.
•    Assist in the checking of building plans.
•    Make field review of plans and specifications.
•    Conduct inspections with the Code Enforcement office to verify complaints and/or conditions violating building and zoning codes; conduct follow up  inspections to check and verify that conditions are completed.
•    Conduct review of complex technical documents for conformance with accuracy, industry standards, codes, ordinances, and regulations.
•    Prepare reports, warning letters, citations, calculations, analysis, grants, diagrams, or technical materials for City, City Committees, public vendor, state and federal filings, and advisory reports.
•    Perform other duties as assigned.
 

The City of East Palo Alto seeks an Assistant/Associate Planner to join our team under administrative direction of the Community & Economic Development Department to help pioneer and manage future development while maintaining compatibility with community expectations.

We are the “City on the Move” with a goal to foster a healthy, well designed, diverse and thriving environment, while preserving the heritage of a multi-cultural community. East Palo Alto has significant potential for growth due to its central location, and updated General Plan. The City is in process of updating the Ravenswood Specific Plan, a designated priority development area, in response to recent demand for development and represents exciting planning opportunities. The position is expected to perform professional work in the field of current and/or comprehensive planning; and to provide information and assistance to developers, and the business community on land use planning, housing, and development related matters. This recruitment is to fill one regular, full-time position in the classification of Assistant or Associate Planner in the Planning Division.

We are currently hiring for a Planner (Assistant or Associate level), to join our Planning Division in our mission of serving the Community. The level at which an individual is hired will be dependent on the applicant's qualifications and work experience.

Minimum Qualifications

Assistant and Associate Planner: Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Public Administration, Business Management or a closely related field.

Assistant Planner: One (1) year of full-time professional experience in planning, zoning and related community development activities.

Associate Planner: Three (3) years of professional experience in planning, zoning and related community development activities, or two (2) years of experience as Assistant Planner at the City of East Palo Alto.

Possession of a master’s degree in City Planning, Architecture, Public Administration, Business Administration, or closely related field is desirable, and will substitute one-year of professional experience.

Licenses and Certifications:

Possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s License and a good driving record, at the time of appointment.

The City of San Bruno Community and Economic Development Department

is looking for a bright and enthusiastic Intern

The intern will work approximately 20 to 30 hours a week in the Community and Economic Development Department. Intern will support the Department, Building and Planning staff in a variety of professional tasks in the field of planning, zoning, design review, building construction, and economic development. 

Intern will have the opportunity for exposure to various City departments during the internship, as well as opportunities to network. Intern will have the chance to attend staff meetings, meetings with other departments as well as meetings with various stakeholders. There will also be opportunities for interns to network with other jurisdictions in San Mateo County or others in the Bay Area region.

This will be a rewarding and valuable experience for those interested in the planning and related field and desire introductory work experience. Interns will have an opportunity to develop a broad range of skills. Interns will be performing tasks such as the following:  conduct research, collect and analyze data, prepare draft documents and other related activities.

The Department: This is an exciting time to be an intern in our department. The City of San Bruno is experiencing a period of increased development activity. The Community & Economic Development Department is responsible for ensuring that new development and modification to existing development is in compliance with City and State laws and regulations. The department provides technical information to citizens, commissions and developers regarding codes, ordinances and other related issues.

 Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be currently enrolled as a Junior or Senior undergraduate in an accredited college, university program to obtain a Bachelor's degree, or as a graduate student in a Master Program.  Preferred majors include Urban / City Planning, Public Policy, Urban Study, Environmental Study, Architecture, Public Administration or other related programs.
• Must have a basic understanding of planning principles with specific knowledge relating to pertinent specialty, such as affordable housing, public policy, or land use
• Must have strong writing and research skills, written and oral communication skills and math/statistical analysis skills
• Must demonstrate proficiency in various computer software programs, such as Microsoft Office, GIS, database software, Internet applications and others
• Must be self-motivated, well organized and able to work independently on assignments once sufficient direction has been given

In addition, the ideal candidate will possess a positive attitude and maintain a successful track record of the following:

• Assimilating and applying new job-related information in a timely manner.
• Actively identifying new areas for learning; regularly creating and taking advantage of learning opportunities; using newly gained knowledge and skill on the job and learning through their application.
• Actively pursuing development experiences to improve interpersonal and business impact.
• Taking full advantage of opportunities to receive and explore feedback about own performance; responding favorably to feedback and using it constructively to take action to improve knowledge, skills, behavior, and impact on others.
• Effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.

Benefits

This position is temporary/part-time. Interns serve in an at-will capacity and understand that service with the City may be terminated at any time. This position works approximately 20 to 30 hours per week not to exceed 990 hours in fiscal year and does not provide any benefits, with the exception of paid sick leave.  In accordance with the Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act of 2014, all temporary, part-time, and seasonal employees, who on or after July 1, 2015, work in California for 30 or more days within a year from the commencement of employment are entitled to paid sick leave for prescribed purposes.  Employees will accrue one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, and are entitled to use accrued sick days beginning on the 90th day of employment.   Employees may use up to 24 hours (or 3 days) of accrued sick leave in each year of employment.

Program duration: July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022 (not to exceed 990 hours for the fiscal year and no more than 30 hours per week)

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates are invited to submit an application, resume, and cover letter online at CalOpps. After an initial screening of applications, candidates that best meet the City’s needs will be invited to participate further in the recruitment process. Questions regarding the application process can be directed to San Bruno Human Resources by calling (650) 616-7055 or sending an email to hr@sanbruno.ca.gov.

Reasonable Accommodations: The City of San Bruno Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the selection process to accommodate disabled applicants. Individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation in the process must inform the HR Department before the interview date by calling (650) 616-7055.

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. 

The City of East Palo Alto is looking for a Finance Director to collaborate and provide highly responisble and complex administrative support to the City Administration. 

The City of East Palo Alto is a City with a dynamic workforce, a deep cultural heritage and diverse community that are resilient and welcoming.  You will join a team who is passionate about supporting the City's growth.

Attached is the job description and announcement covering the nature and level of work to be performed. This is not intended to be a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required.

The City of East Palo Alto reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as may be necessary. 

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. However, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. 

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number meeting our qualifications have been received.

Interviews: TBA

Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing a city application.

DEFINITION

Under supervision of the Chief Building Inspector, to review building plans and related documents including geotechnical reports, structural calculations and energy calculations to assure compliance with adopted model, California and Municipal Codes, ordinances, regulations and policies, to provide clear and concise direction in plan review comments, to assist inspectors, contractors, design professionals and the public by providing information and clarification regarding the adopted codes and their application. 

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Checks building plans, calculations and submittal documents to assure compliance with applicable codes and ordinances including State of California and Daly City Municipal Code requirements; reviews for compliance of health and safety features, proper materials usage, placement on the property, flood, wind and earthquake provisions, sewer, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, energy and building code requirements; reviews plans, calculations and data submitted with plans for compliance; communicates construction and code requirements verbally and in writing to architects, contractors, engineers, developers and the general public; coordinates the review of other City divisions and departments by overseeing the routing of plans and assimilating comments; supervises others in the Division who review plans; approves field changes to construction plans and designs; under direction of the Chief Building Inspector, advises building inspectors on structural and building code questions encountered during construction inspection, interprets codes, ordinances, regulations related to plan checking; researches the history of codes and ordinances when problems of interpretation arise; recommends revisions to the municipal code and assists in its revision; reviews building code alternate requests and recommends denial or approval; prepares reports and correspondence; supervises as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of: Basic principles of fire and life safety code requirements including use and occupancy, general building limitations, types of construction, fire-resistant materials and construction, fire-protection systems and means of egress; accessibility requirements and regulations; structural engineering including design principles specifically wind and earthquake requirements, materials requirements including masonry, reinforced concrete, steel and wood design, stress analysis and strength design, principles of soil mechanics and foundation analysis, methods of building construction, applicable codes, ordinances and regulations, and plan review procedures.  Individuals must have strong written and verbal communication skills to convey requirements clearly and concisely and strong analytical and critical thinking skills and be able to exercise tact and good judgment in dealing with contractors, design professionals and the public. 

Ability to: Read and interpret building plans and specifications; perform complex building, plumbing, mechanical and electrical plan review; detect building code violations; interpret and apply provisions of pertinent codes and regulations; prepare accurate and concise reports; make accurate engineering computations and drawings; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; acquire and demonstrate skill supervising and managing work of others; learn administrative techniques, methods and procedures of personnel management, budget preparation and other skills required to assist in management of the Division; work with, troubleshoot, and assist in developing improvements to computerized Division operation; establish and maintain effectively cooperative working relations with coworkers, the public and employees of other public agencies and private firms interact positively and cooperate with co-workers, respond politely to customers, work as a team member, function under demanding time pressure, respond in a positive manner to supervision, and attend work and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis.

Experience: Three (3) years of full-time professional engineering level work involving structural design, analysis, techniques or engineering plan checking, one year of which involved industrial or commercial structures.

Education: A Bachelor’s degree, or the equivalent, from a college or university with a major in Civil or Structural Engineering, architecture or closely related field.

License: Possession of a valid Class C California Driver’s License.  Possession of a valid International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO) or International Code Council (ICC) Certification as a Building Plans Examiner.  A candidate without this certification may be hired, but must obtain it within one year from date of hire.  Registration as a professional Civil or Structural Engineer in the State of California.  Certification as an Energy Plans Examiner, for residential and non-residential buildings, is desirable.