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POSITION SUMMARY:
Under general direction by the City Manager, this position facilitates the legislative processes of the City, including facilitating of City Council meetings and activities, organizing of the City’s legislative position, performing mandated functions required by State law, and other assignments as directed. Successful performance of this class requires special technical knowledge in such areas as the State Public Records Act, the Brown Act, municipal elections, conflict of interest laws and campaign disclosure reporting requirements, as well as strong office management and communication skills.

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Drafts and finalizes City Council meeting agenda, minutes, resolutions and ordinances for City Council meetings.
2. Coordinates assembly and distribution of agenda packets to City Council, the City Manager, City departments and interested member of the public.
3. Arranges and publishes notices of meetings of legislative bodies and maintains record of all Council proceedings.
4. Maintains indexing of all legislative activities by the City Council.
5. Keeps record of all written contracts, deeds, bonds, and annexation material.
6. Conducts annexation proceedings.
7. Provides support to Mayor and Councilmembers in acknowledging communications and preparing proclamations.
8. Maintains and updates the Los Altos Municipal Code.
9. Conducts City elections, answering related questions and assisting the public.
10. Administers requirements of Campaign and Financial Disclosure Act.
11. Develops and administers City Council budget.
12. Manages the recruitment process and filling of vacancies on Commissions and Citizen Committees.
13. Prepares and maintains the Board and Commission Handbook.
14. Administers Oaths of Office and certifies copies of official records.
15. Administers the City-wide Records Retention Policy and Schedule.
16. Serves as official custodian of City records.
17. Processes and responds to PRA requests.
18. Attend Executive and Management Team meetings.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE OF:
Record keeping and records management, particularly as it relates to municipalities; city government and structure; federal and state mandated laws and procedures including election laws and procedures involved in preparing for and conducting municipal elections, Brown Act, Political Reform Act and Public Records Act; modern office practices, procedures and equipment. 

SKILL AND ABILITY TO:
Office management and record keeping; supervisory management; working within a political structure, administering a departmental budget; interpreting the Municipal Code working with the Council, Commissions, staff, and public; excellent written and verbal skills; operate standard office equipment; manage multiple projects and perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines and attend night meetings.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:

EXPERIENCE:
• At least five years of increasingly responsible public sector administrative experience, including experience with elected and appointed officials, citizen committees, and governing bodies.

EDUCATION: 
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public administration, business administration, or a related field.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES:
• Certification by the International Institute of Municipal Clerks as a Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) or as a Master Municipal Clerk (MMC) is highly desirable.
• Certification as a Notary Public is desirable with ability to obtain within six months of employment.

IDEAL CANDIDATE POSSESSES THE FOLLOWING CHARACTERISTICS:
Is highly professional, patient, respectful, and ethical; possesses excellent problem-solving skills and a can-do attitude. Communicates effectively and proactively both verbally and in writing. Enjoys working in a small-town atmosphere with an engaged public, including merchants, property owners and residents.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
The salary range for this position ranges from $108,484 up to $131,863 annually. Placement within the range will be DOE. 

This position is at will and the full terms and conditions of this position will be subject to an employment contract. 

The benefits package offered by the City includes:

• Retirement: CalPERS retirement plan for Classic members is 2% @ 60 with employee paying a contribution of 7%. PEPRA employees participate on a 2.0% @ 62 plan, with employee paying 6.25% of the retirement contribution. Benefits based on highest three years of compensation. The City does not participate in Social Security.
• Health Plans: Choice of HMO or PPO plans through CalPERS Health with most family plans covered at 100%. Employees who waive coverage may receive stipend of $350 per month.
• Dental/Vision: City also offers a dental and vision reimbursement plan
• Vacation Leave: Management new hires may combine previous years of experience from other public agencies to receive increased accrual rate
• Flexible Spending Plan: Dependent care and health care reimbursement plan available
• Deferred Compensation: Voluntary participation in either Nationwide or ICMA-RC
• Holidays: 10 annual holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Sick Leave: Allowance of 12 days annually
• Management Leave: Allowance of 40 hours each fiscal year
• Cell Phone Allowance: $35 per month
• The City follows a Defined 9/80 schedule with offices closed every other Friday.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Prior to hire, candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, including employment verification and a complete background investigation. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose a conviction will result in disqualification or termination. Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process should advise the Human Resources Division upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request. The City of Los Altos is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
A completed City application, cover letter and resume must be received no later than Thursday, April 11, 2019.

SELECTION PROCESS
The applicants most closely matching the City’s desired qualifications and organizational needs will be invited to participate in the interview process.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this class, an employee is frequently required to walk and stand. An employee is regularly required to sit; talk or hear, both in person, in public meetings and by telephone; use hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment and computers; reach with hands and arms; kneel or crouch; and lift up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this class include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. 

MENTAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret information and documents; analyze and solve problems; perform highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work under intensive deadlines and with constant interruptions; and interact with City staff, elected officials, other public and private organizations, the media and the public.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
An employee is this class works under typical office conditions, and the noise level is usually quiet. While performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret information and documents; analyze and solve problems; perform highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work under intensive deadlines with constant interruptions; and interact with City staff, elected officials, other public and private organizations, the media and the public.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for one (1) Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist I (MHRS) whom will provide mental health rehabilitative support services to clients as part of the Adult Full Service Partnership (FSP) Program. The MHRS I will appeal to individuals who are inspired by challenges and opportunities presented in working with an engaged and active community by providing participant advocate and case management services to adults in group facilitation.  The MHRS I will report to the Program Supervisor.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Plan and provide a variety of rehabilitative support services to mentally ill and emotionally disturbed persons to attain, restore, or improve physical, mental, or emotional functioning;
   
• Provide assistance to clinical staff; participate in group and individual support programs;
   
• Serve as a participant advocate; provide case management services;
   
• Maintain records of all activities relating to client care and adhere to  billing compliancy standard;
   
• Perform other duties as assigned, etc.

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Working with the City Clerk, the Assistant City Clerk has a wide-range of duties and responsibilities involving the day-to-day delivery of support services for Mayor and City Council, Department operations, and active engagement with members of the public and the City organization.  Duties include:

- Overseeing human resources administration for Office of the City Clerk and the Mayor and Council offices including recruitment, selection, timekeeping, supervision, performance development, employee recognition, employee relations, and safety and training for an efficient and effective workforce;

- Overseeing budget and fiscal administrative services for the Office of the City Clerk, Mayor, and City Council, three Boards and Commissions and several Citywide appropriations;  Responsibilities include budget preparation, expense tracking, revenue and cash collections, accounts payable, purchasing and procurement and contract administration for appropriations totaling over $23 million dollars;

- Managing Arena Community Fund and other grant programs for the Mayor and City Council;

- Public Records management;

- Managing compliance with various ethics regulations and public disclosure requirements;

- Conducting municipal elections; conducting employee elections for the nomination of Council-appointed representatives to the Civil Service Commission and Retirement Boards; conducting elections among retirees for the nomination of Retirement Board representatives;

- Ability to represent the Office of the City Clerk in developing and maintaining effective working relationships with Mayor and City Council offices, City departments, and the public regarding the City's legislative and administrative processes to accomplish a variety of tasks including meetings, special events and projects;

- Effective written and oral communications skills;

- Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously, often under tight deadlines;

- Knowledge of the City's operating policies, procedures and processes to provide exceptional administrative support and customer service to all internal and external customers.

ABOUT US

Fremont is a well-managed and innovative city, and has recently generated national attention by placing in Money Magazine’s top 50 “Best Places to Live 2016” in the country, and ranking 4th on the “Most Family Friendly” list of California cities by Estately.  Located in the heart of the Bay Area and Silicon Valley, Fremont prides itself on innovation, green technology, a low crime rate, great schools, a low unemployment rate, quality parks and nearby open space, and an incredibly diverse population of over 235,439 residents. As a full service city, Fremont employs over 937 regular employees and has a General Fund budget of $205.7 million for the 2018-19 fiscal year. 

Fremont is an employer that values its people, creativity, quality service, integrity, open communication, collaboration, mutual respect, and diversity.  Employees find their work challenging, yet rewarding, and most importantly, enjoy the chance to make a difference through public service.

THE POSITION

Under direction, the Case Manager will perform professional and clinical social work with older adults with complex medical conditions and/or families to assist them to obtain health, financial and/or social services.  As a member of the Human Services Department, this position reports to a Clinical Supervisor, and is characterized by the responsibility to provide assessments and develop and implement case management plans.  The position works within a team of professionals and will be required to work collaboratively with team members and community partners.  In order to perform responsibilities, the Case Manager will be required to conduct site visits to client homes, medical facilities, and other community locations.   

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

- Manage a caseload of clients comprised of individuals with complex medical and co-occurring conditions, including SUD or homelessness.
- Conduct comprehensive client assessments to develop appropriate service plans.
- Assist clients to develop support systems to maintain independent living, self-sufficiency and family stabilization.
- Provide crisis intervention.
- Collaborate with team members and other Human Services programs and community agencies.
- Make home visits and provide other community interventions as needed.
- Conduct inter-agency and/or family conferences.
- Provide supportive counseling and advocacy for clients.
- Monitor services provided to each client.
- Maintain timely electronic documentation of services, reporting, and billing.
- Prepare and present training and educational programs and publicity materials.
- Prepare written and statistical technical reports.
- Supervise interns in graduate and undergraduate programs placed at AFS.

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The City of Berkeley is currently accepting applications for Accountant II in the Accounting division of our Finance Department. The Accounting division maintains the City's general ledger, and prepares the City's internal and external financial statements and reports. Accounting is responsible for all bank reconciliations, development of the indirect cost allocation plans, and quality control review on accounting transactions entered by all departments.  Accounting also prepares all required State Controller, payroll, and sales tax returns.

This position is responsible for performing the full range of accounting duties and may have direct responsibility for performing one or more of the following activities: bank reconciliation; general accounting monthly closings; general accounting data entry; preparation of city-wide indirect cost allocation plans; accounting for the City's investment transactions; coordination of the preparation of schedules and work papers for the City's external auditors; preparation of the various required State Controller's Office reports; preparation of quarterly payroll and sales tax returns; coordination of the timely remittance of debt service payments to the fiscal agent (s) or lessor(s); maintenance of the books of accounts for the Berkeley Redevelopment Agency (BRA); maintenance of accounting chart of accounts; preparation or review of the year-end grants and other receivable entries; reconciliation of the general ledger control accounts to the subsidiary ledgers; and assist in the preparation of the City's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR).
 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION
Possession of a Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university in accounting, or a closely related field, which included at least 24 units total consisting of intermediate advanced governmental and cost accounting.
AND
EXPERIENCE
Two (2) years of professional accounting experience, preferably in a governmental or public agency.
 

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of: Generally accepted accounting principles and practices for municipal governments; Cost accounting; Budgeting principles and practices and the differences between budget-basis accounting (when the budget is not based on GAAP), and accounting based on generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP); Principles and practices of business data processing and the applications to accounting and financial management; Laws regulating public finance and fiscal operations; Budgeting principles and practices; Modern office procedures, practices, methods and equipment including use of standard personal computer software programs such as Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel and basic automated data base applications; and How to perform revenue audits and compliance reviews/audits. 

Ability to: Review and interpret financial statements, reports, transactions, and records; Verify the accuracy of accounting and financial data; Ensure proper authorization and documentation for disbursements and other transactions; Analyze, post, balance and reconcile financial data ledgers and accounts; Make accurate basic financial calculations; Direct and review the work of lower-level accounting personnel in specified work areas; Make sound independent judgments within established guidelines; Prepare clear, concise and complete financial reports and statements; and Establish and maintain effective working relations with those contacted in the course of work.
 

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Applicants must submit the following:
1.  CITY OF BERKELEY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION
2.  RESPONSES TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE
3.  RESUME

All materials must be received in our office no later than the closing date, at 5:00 p.m. PST. Postmarks, faxes and incomplete applications will not be accepted. Resumes are not a substitute for a completed application.

The examination process will consist of:

1. Review of applications for minimum qualifications for the position and to ensure all materials have been submitted.
2. Applicants meeting the minimum requirements will undergo a competitive review and assessment of their supplemental questionnaire and education/training and experience.

Applicants passing all examination phases will have their names placed on an employment eligible list that hiring department(s) will use to conduct final selection interviews. Hiring Department(s) will contact applicants directly if selected to participate in their hiring/selection process.

Candidates under final consideration for employment with the City should expect to undergo an employment background / reference check that may include, but is not limited to: employment history, confirmation of educational credentials and degrees, licenses including driver's license, registrations, certificates, and other credentials as part of the appointment process. Some positions, depending on the nature of the work, also require a credit check and a review of Summary Criminal History obtained from the State Department of Justice through Live Scan Fingerprinting.

DISCLAIMER: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. Tests may consist of any combination of written, oral or other exercises or assessment procedures that test content. Components may include, but are not necessarily limited to, typing, math, reading, writing and analytical skills; problem solving ability; computer and software proficiency, or any other job-related knowledge, skill, ability or qualification. The City may, without notice, change or eliminate any particular assessment component or combination of components as needs dictate.

All City employees are required to provide services as Disaster Service Workers in the event of an emergency / disaster

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:
http://www.cityofberkeley.info/hr/

2180 Milvia Street (1st floor)
Human Resources Department
Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 981-6800
(510) 981-6806
hr@CityofBerkeley.info

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for one (1) special, bilingual individual to serve as a Clinical Therapist I/II for the Children’s Full Service Partnership/Transitional Aged Youth Program (FSP/TAY).   The Clinical Therapist I/II will appeal to individuals who, are passionate about working with children, adolescents, young adults and their families.  The Clinical Therapist I/II will report to the Program Supervisor.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Within the scope of practice, Agency guidelines and professional standards, have the responsibility to formulate a differential diagnosis concerning the nature of the mental health challenges;
• Develop an effective treatment program including intervention methods;
• Provide field-based individual and family therapy, crisis intervention and case management for children, transitional age youth and their families;
• Conduct crisis assessment intakes, create treatment goals and complete the applicable LADMH documentation;
• Participate in weekly on-call rotation every 4-6 weeks and have the ability to transport clients as needed; & other duties as assigned.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for one (1) special individual to serve as a Clinical Therapist I/II for the Adult Full Service Partnership (FSP) Program.   This position is a field based position.  The Clinical Therapist I will appeal to individuals who are inspired by challenges and opportunities presented in working with an engaged and active community with moderate to severe behavioral health clients. The Clinical Therapist will report to a Program Supervisor.   

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Will initiate and conduct individual, family and group counseling/psychotherapy sessions;
   
• Provide crisis intervention to mentally ill/emotionally disabled individuals, groups and families;
   
• Provide case management services on or offsite;
   
• Meet with clients for regular therapeutic interviews, guide clients in understanding of their illness and contributing personal, social and economic factors;
   
• Assist clients in developing realistic plans and advice clients on community resources;
   
• Maintain records of all activities relating to clients’ care and must adhere to Agency and service billing requirements, etc.
   
• Work on a multidisciplinary team to promote recovery and other duties as assigned, etc.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for one (1) individual to serve as Psychiatric Technician I, II or III for the Adult Full Service Partnership (FSP) Program.  The Psychiatric Technician I/II/III will appeal to individuals who are inspired by challenges and opportunities presented in working with an engaged and active community by providing all manner of adjunctive medication support services.  The Psychiatric Technician I/II/III will report to the Medication Support Team Supervisor and the Crisis & Medication Support Manager and work a 5/40 schedule (Monday – Friday).

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• In collaboration with the Agency’s Psychiatrists, will provide all medication support services including injections, monitoring, non-prescription medication, etc.;
   
• Assist in admitting clients to department services; provide direct and indirect care including taking and recording measures of the client’s physical condition such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration;
   
• Observe, evaluate, record, and report to professional staff changes in client’s condition;
   
• Implement de-escalation procedures and techniques and aid or restrain clients to prevent injury to themselves or others through verbal or physical intervention. 
   
• If LPS-qualified, work with local agencies on client hospitalization when indicated.
   
• Comply with state regulations and code of ethics governing psychiatric technicians, as well as all applicable federal, State, and local laws pertaining to medical records and documentation including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and The Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act, Public Law 111-005 (“HITECH Act”).

• Provide services related to the safe and appropriate administration of medical treatment (including medications) as prescribed by the psychiatrist.
   
• Perform routine and emergency in-take evaluation according to agency procedure; and other duties as assigned, etc.

Please see the job description and announcement below.