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The Deputy City Manager of Development Services, aside from managing and directing the Engineering, Community Development, Building and Safety, and Public Works Departments; also represents the City in relations with the community, advisory committees, local, state, and federal agencies, and professional organizations; acts as the liaison for departments working with local and state agencies on administrative matters. Below is a list of essential functions of the position; however, it is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as deemed necessary by the City:

• Participate in developing, planning, and implementing goals and objectives for the City; recommend and administer policies and procedures.
• Select, train, motivate, and evaluate administrative personnel; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.
• Oversee service delivery methods to ensure the efficient delivery of quality Development Services; develop and implement service delivery improvements to maximize available City resources.
• Assist with economic development efforts of the City to encourage and retain investment, jobs, and economic opportunity.
• Provide highly responsible administrative staff assistance to the City Manager; conduct specific and comprehensive analysis of a wide range of municipal policies involving organization, procedures, development, and services.
• Conduct research and develop recommendations on City-wide work methods, operating policy and procedures, programs, services, and other development related issues; observe program operations; analyze findings and implications; prepare and present staff reports and other correspondence.
• Represent the City Manager at meetings by making presentations to explain program or project status; answer questions or arrange for compilation of data to assist in decision-making process.
• Participate in the development and administration of the City budget; direct the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; implement mid-year adjustments.
• Serve as Acting City Manager as required.
• Establish and maintain cooperative-working relationships with those contacted during the course of work.

EXPERIENCE & TRAINING: Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Seven (7) years of increasingly responsible administrative experience in a municipal government, including three (3) years of administrative and supervisory responsibility. EDUCATION: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business administration, public administration or a related field.

The City of East Palo Alto is looking for a Management Analyst I/II to make a difference providing efficient public services and enhance the quality of life and safety for its multi-cultural community.

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.

The City of Daly City invites your interest in the position of Deputy Director of Finance & Administrative Services.

Application filing deadline Open Until Filled- Apply Immediately

Preliminary Interviews- February 2021

Final Interview Process--TBA

Please attach a resume with your application.

Applications accepted until Friday, January 22, 2021 OR upon receipt of the first 100 applications- whichever occurs first.

Written Exam: TBA

Oral Exams: TBA

Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

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

DEFINITION

Under direction of the Chief Building Supervisor/Building Official, to assist in inspecting buildings and building construction for conformance with regulations, to perform construction contract management and inspections, and to do related work as required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Enforces building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, energy, and fire codes; issues permits for all building activities; does plan checks on all construction, sewer connections, and septic tank installation, to ensure code compliance; investigates violations and checks all complaints regarding building procedures; works closely with Fire Marshall’s office on plan checks and fire code enforcement; enforces zoning code regulations and business licenses; gives information to the public regarding codes and ordinances, and confers with owners, architects, and engineers regarding design construction and filing of records, plans, maps, and similar documents; keeps records and prepares reports.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:  State and local building and fire codes and ordinances, provisions of electrical and plumbing regulations, principles and techniques of building construction, principles of structural design and basic engineering mathematics, building materials and accepted safety standards, standard installation procedures for electrical and plumbing facilities, and local zoning regulations.

Ability to:  Analyze, interpret, and check building plans and specifications; understand, interpret and apply laws and regulations; prepare clear and concise written reports; use a computer to record, organize, and monitor all building inspection activities including written reports; maintain cooperative working relationships with engineers, architects contractors, government officials, employees, and the general public.  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 years of progressively responsible experience in a variety of building inspection or construction work.

Education:  Graduation from high school or equivalent.

Certification:  Possession of a “International Code Council Building Inspector Certification” , is desirable, or ability to obtain within twelve (12) months  of  hire date.

The following certifications are desirable:

• International Code Council, International Conference of Plumbing and Mechanical Inspectors, or equivalent organization: 
  • Electrical Inspector certification
  • Mechanical Inspector certification
  • Plumbing Inspector certification
     

License:  Possession of a valid Class C California Driver’s License.

The Deputy City Clerk shall be responsible for and perform all functions necessary for the efficient operation and maintenance of Records Management and the full services of the Department of the City Clerk, except for those mandatory duties performed by the elected City Clerk as stated in FMC section 2-292 and 2-293; to provide highly responsible and complex administrative support to the City Council and the City Manager. This position receives administrative supervision from a Deputy City Manager. Below is a list of essential functions of the position; however, it is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as deemed necessary by the City:

• Develop, plan, and implement the goals and objectives of the Department of the City Clerk, and to recommend and administer policies and procedures affecting the activities of the Department of the City Clerk.
• Supervise and coordinate city elections, aid the public with county and school elections, train election staff, and order and maintain election supplies and equipment.
• Coordinate activities of the Department of the City Clerk with those of other departments and outside agencies and organizations, provide staff assistance to the city council and city manager, and prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
• Direct, oversee and participate in the development of the work plan of the Department of the City Clerk; assign work activities, projects and programs; monitor work flow; prepare and maintain a procedures manual for the department; and review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures.
• Supervise and participate in the development and administration of the elected officials, boards and commissions, and other departmental budgets; direct the forecast for additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; and implement mid-year adjustments.
• Select, train, motivate and evaluate personnel; provide and coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.
• Serve as Filing Officer for city appeals as designated by various sections of the Fontana Municipal Code.
• Prepare and update the city’s conflict of interest code and serve as Filing Officer for the Fair Political Practices Commission.
• Receive and open sealed bids and formally release bid bonds.
• Receive, process, and maintain claims, summonses and complaints; and notify claimants of any action on claims received.
• Plan and direct the maintenance, updating and filing of official municipal documents and records, including maintaining an active continuing program for the economical and efficient management of these documents and records; direct the publication, filing, indexing and safekeeping of all proceedings of the city council; supervise codification of ordinances; and supervise the preparation of city council and commission minutes and other documents.
• Supervise the publication of legal advertising.
• Assist the public and city staff by providing information and research assistance.
• Certify documents and record affidavits with the county recorder.
• Provide information and organize material in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations and policies.
• Direct the retention and destruction of official records in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Perform any other tasks or functions deemed necessary by the city manager or the city council to support the daily operations of the city.

EXPERIENCE & TRAINING: Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Four (4) years of experience performing responsible and complex administrative office work in a City Clerk’s office including two years of supervisory responsibility. EDUCATION: Training equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public administration or a related field. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: Possession of, or ability to obtain an appropriate, valid California driver’s license. Certification as a Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) is required.

For those who desire working in a dynamic environment in an urban setting, the City of San Bruno Community & Economic Development Department is offering a unique career opportunity.

The City of San Bruno is currently recruiting for a dynamic, customer service oriented, Community Development Technician. This position performs a variety of routine and complex clerical, administrative, and technical work in the processing and review of planning and building entitlement applications. This position works under the general supervision of the Chief Building Official.

The Community & Economic Development Department includes the Planning and Building Divisions. The ideal candidate will support both divisions with a heavier emphasis on the Building Division. The Building Division is responsible for all aspects of building plan check and inspection services.

The ideal Community Development Technician candidate will possess the following: 

• An AA/AS degree from an accredited college or technical training in land use, urban planning, architecture, public administration, building technology, or a closely related field.
• One (1) year for Technician I and two (2) years for Technician II of experience in general construction, land use/planning or related field.
• International Code Council (ICC) or comparable certification as a Permit Technician or the ability to successfully obtain this certification prior to completion of probationary period.
• Knowledge of international and California Building Codes and general land use development; zoning regulations; building administration; manual and computerized record-keeping systems.

In addition, candidates will have a successful track record of the following:

• Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical, functional, and/or professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise; leveraging expert knowledge to accomplish results.
• 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.
• Working cooperatively with others to help a team or work group achieve its goals.
• Conveying information and ideas clearly and concisely to individuals or groups in an engaging manner that helps them understand and retain the message; listening actively to others.
• Placing a high priority on the internal and external customer’s perspective when making decisions and taking action; implementing service practices that meet the customers’ and own organization’s needs.
• Effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.
• Taking prompt action to accomplish work goals; taking action to achieve results beyond what is required; being proactive.
• Maintaining stable performance under pressure or opposition (e.g., experiencing time pressure, conflict, or job ambiguity); handling stress in a manner that is acceptable to others and to the organization.

This recruitment is being conducted to fill one Community Development Technician vacancy and may be used to fill future full-time vacancies as they occur during the active status of the employment list.  For a full, detailed class specification, click HERE.

Check out our excellent benefits!

• CalPERS retirement formula of 2.7% @ 55 for classic members or 2% @ 62 for new members
• Annual accruals of 10-23 vacation days based on years of service, 14.5 holidays and 12 sick days
• Opportunity for bilingual incentive pay up to 2.5%
• Matching deferred compensation contribution up to $300 annually
• 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
• Home loan assistance program
• Section 125 Flexible Benefit Plan
• Tuition reimbursement

How to Apply

Applications may be submitted online at www.calopps.org. Applications must be submitted by 5 pm on Friday, January 22, 2021. 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.

COME JOIN US!

The City of East Palo Alto is hiring!

If you have the attributes such as experience in commercial and residential plan review and inspections and you are service focused and result oriented and enjoy working in a collaborative environment then this is the environment for you. We are searching for a Chief Building Official who models high integrity and honesty and who is accessible to clients and department staff.

If you are that person, then you must apply today!

Appointed by and reporting to the City Manager, the City Clerk/Communications Coordinator directs, plans, organizes, and oversees all activities of the City Clerk and Communications Office, manages the effective use of resources to improve organizational productivity and customer service; and provides responsible and complex administrative support to the City Manager and City Council.

Functional areas of responsibility include administrative support to the City Manager and City Council; administrative and logistical support to the City Council meetings; official records management; management of municipal elections; legal notices; municipal code and filing officer services; responsible for creating and enabling communication between the organization and both news media outlets and the general public. The City Clerk will build an inclusive and transparent communication strategy to disseminate essential information through proactive communication and engagement practices.   

The City Clerk must possess skills in leadership, emotional intelligence, political acumen; and a firm knowledge of the principals, practices and laws governing municipal clerk functions, communications, and community engagement.

The Selection Process

The process will first consist of a review of application materials, including supplemental questionnaire responses, for experience, education, training, completeness, and accuracy. Highly suitable and qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. The specifics of the selection process will be communicated to the candidates selected.