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ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST I
$5,319 - $6,465/mo. + excellent benefits
Current Vacancy in the Housing & Business Development Department
*This recruitment will establish an eligibility list that may also be used to fill future vacancies throughout the City*

DEFINITION: Under direction and/or general supervision from higher level management staff, performs a variety of professional level duties and responsibilities involved in the evaluations, development and administration of City programs including operational audits, budget analysis, personnel management, and productivity studies. This position may exercise functional and technical supervision over clerical staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The employee must have the ability to:

• Develop and review budget allocation proposals for assigned department; develop and coordinate policies and procedures for the budget development process; monitor departmental expenditures.
• Evaluate operations and activities of assigned responsibilities; recommend improvements and modifications; prepare various reports on operations and activities.
• Collect, organize, monitor, and analyze data for a variety of studies; conduct interviews and field site visits; participate in and direct meetings with key management staff.
• Review, analyze, and monitor assigned departmental budgets; identify, review and present recommendations to City management regarding alternative funding and service level recommendations.
• Design and participate in a variety of studies; provide management level analysis of issues and actions relative to assigned area of responsibility; provide recommendations for improving the operational efficiency of assigned department.
• Review and evaluate cost-benefit proposals; make recommendations for improvements; review changes with appropriate departments.
• Interpret personnel policies and procedures; respond to request for information and assistance from employees, management, outside agencies and the public.
• Conduct studies, analysis, and research on a broad range of personnel assignments; compose, distribute, receive, and analyze salary and benefit surveys; complete various government reports.
• Participate in the maintenance of the classification system; implement procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations; conduct job classification audits and prepare or revise job specifications and audit reports as assigned.
• Learn and maintain compliance with pertinent Federal, State and local laws, regulations and ordinances.
• Develop and maintain a variety of complex data files; trouble-shoot system problems.
• Prepare a variety of reports including grant proposals for special funds, development plans, performance reports, contracts, bid specifications, compliance reports, environmental documents, and insurance claims.
• Answer questions and provide information to the general public and City or department staff concerning technical or statistical issues; investigate problems and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve problems.
• Administer a variety of special programs; conduct field inspections and data collection.
• Coordinate unit activities with those of other departments and divisions and outside agencies and contractors.
• Represent department at hearings and settlement conferences; attend and participate in a variety of professional groups and committees.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Perform any other tasks or functions deemed necessary to the daily operations of the employer.

THE ABOVE LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY BY THE EMPLOYER.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in preparing reports using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision when preparing and reading written reports and other work related documents. Acute hearing is also required when providing phone and counter assistance. The need to lift, drag, and push files, computer reports, or other materials weighing up to 25 pounds is also required.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES: A combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. The incumbent must have knowledge of principles and practices of public administration; principles and methods of budget preparation; principles and methods of program analysis; principles and practices of revenue forecasting; basic principles and practices of personnel administration; basic principles and practices of statistical analysis and research. The incumbent must have the ability to analyze and resolve operational problems; learn job analysis data collection efforts; develop operational reports and recommendations; interpret and apply City Policies, procedures, rules and regulations; EXPERIENCE: One (1) year of analytical experience in the areas of personnel management, budget development or finance is desirable. EDUCATION: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public or business administration, personnel management or a related field. LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS: Possession of, and continuously throughout employment, a valid California Class “C” Driver's License is preferred.

Central County Fire Department

CCFD is charged with a program to decrease the potential fire fuel in the Town of Hillsborough.  The WUI Specialist will be trained to evaluate fuel sources on Hillsborough properties, perform enforcement inspections for compliance with municipal code requirements, and educate residents on ways to mitigate and reduce those sources.  We are recruiting for two WUI Specialist positions, which we anticipate starting in February 2021, and continuing until approximately October, 2021.  This is a part time position, limited to 20 hours per week, and is not benefitted.

Specifics to the position are:

• May conduct public education presentations
• Under supervision, interpret various federal, state and local fire and life safety codes for the public and make recommendations as needed
• Maintain records pertaining to vegetation and defensible space inspections and actions taken
• Under supervision collect, analyze and evaluate data and prepare comprehensive reports
• Write reports based on field notes
• Issue “Notice and Order” and prepare summary information reports
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers and the public using principles of good customer service
• Exercise independent judgment while working under general supervision
• Perform related duties as required

Minimum required qualifications are:

Knowledge of:

• Principles and Procedures of record keeping
• Software programs used by Fire Department staff
• Department Policies and Procedures
• Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations

Ability to:

• Understand, interpret and apply the California Fire Code, California Building Code and other       applicable federal, state and local laws.
• Detect fire hazards and code violations and determine appropriate mitigation measures
• Plan and perform field work

Education and Experience:

Highly Desirable

• Completion of at least 12 semester units or 18 quarter units from an accredited college/university in forestry, fire science, natural resource management or a closely related subject.

Or

• Six (6) months of experience with a public or private agency performing work in forestry, fire prevention, fire suppression & control, natural resource management or closely related field.

License or Certificate:

• Valid California State Driver’s License

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Position and Duties:

The City Council has a Digital Inclusion and Broadband Strategy that seeks to accelerate the deployment of wired and wireless broadband for all people while making it more inclusive for the digitally underserved (the digital divide). Executing this strategy requires negotiating value exchange relationships with telecom providers, overseeing the creation, adoption, and execution of balanced broadband friendly policies, working collaboratively with the community on the aesthetics and other community concerns associated with broadband deployment, and setting the vision, strategy, and priorities for the Small Cell Team in the Department of Public Works, and the Macro Site Team in the Planning, Building, and Code Enforcement Department that executes the Permit to Inspect processes for the City.

The Broadband Manager reports directly to the Director of Civic Innovation and works closely with the Deputy City Manager responsible for 21^st Century Infrastructure.

The Broadband Manager directly influences over $1B in private sector investments into the City of San José over the next seven years. This private sector investment creates thousands of jobs, dramatically increases regional GDP, delivers hundreds of millions of dollars of Smart City capability, and delivers tens of millions of economic opportunities for the digitally underserved.

The Broadband Manager requires a broad set of skills including strategic thinking, negotiation, telecommunications experience, public policy, team leadership, and public collaboration.  They will negotiate value exchange agreements to generate the demand for broadband deployments and ensure City’s departments fulfill that demand by permitting communications facilities including macro site, small cells, and underground fiber optics.  This role requires collaboration with various City departments including, but not limited to the City Manager’s Office of Administration, Policy, and Intergovernmental Relations; City Manager’s Budget Office; Mayor’s Office; Information Technology; Planning, Building and Code Enforcement; Public Works; and Transportation. The Broadband Manager will also work closely with innovative technology companies to evaluate ways to accelerate broadband deployment, including Smart City technology within the new context of COVID-19 public health, and the shelter-in-place dynamics that highlight the value of digital inclusion. Collaboration with public interest groups, community organizations, and other stakeholders will also be required to ensure public adoption of broadband deployment, especially the deployment of small cells on street lights. Finally, the Broadband Manager will work closely with the City’s Library Department and external stakeholders to ensure progress of social justice for the digitally underserved people in San José.

The Broadband Manager responsibilities include the following:

     * Negotiate value trading agreements with broadband providers that promote economic development, digital inclusion, and support for Smart Cities.

     * Direct the development of balanced broadband friendly policies.

     * Direct the City departments involved with broadband deployment.

     * Collaborate with external stakeholders on community concerns with broadband deployments.

     * Measure compliance with agreement terms and conditions.

     * Evaluate new technologies and approaches to accelerate broadband.

     * Report progress to City Council and external stakeholders.

     * Advise on federal, state, and local regulations including rulings from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and recent court decisions.

     * Advise on proposed telecommunications resiliency standards for broadband deployments from and emergency operations perspective such as the CPUC Wireless Resiliency Strategy and the City of San José Power Vulnerability Plan.

     * Supervise and manage the Small Cell Permitting Project Manager.

     * Manage the Digital Inclusion Program in relation to public-private partnership contract requirements and in relation to City and community stakeholders to advance digital inclusion.

This is a permanent position in the City Manager’s Office.

Selection Process:

To be considered for this position, you must fill out the online application available on the City of San José website and attach a resume. The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews and/or a practical exercise or case study.

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

Job Specific Questions:

    1. Please indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position:

          + Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, business administration, engineering, or related field and six (6) years of professional level management and/or administrative experience.

          + Master’s Degree and five (5) years of professional level management and/or administrative experience.

          + None of the above.

    2. Please specify your degree, the area of study, and the institution you obtained it from.

    3. Describe your experiences in interest-based negotiations, relationship management, strategic thinking, leadership, and stakeholder collaboration.

    4. Describe a time when you were managing a project and staff disagreed with your approach.  What steps did you take to resolve the issue and what was the outcome?

    5. Describe your particular skills and abilities that you believe would make you a successful member of the Office of Civic Innovation & Digital Strategy with a focus on skills and abilities related to the Broadband Manager position.

You must answer all job specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration.

If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Danielle Torralba at danielle.torralba@sanjoseca.gov. The first application review will be on October 20, 2020.

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

THE POSITION

Tri-City is actively recruiting to fill a vacancy for a Mental Health Specialist (MHS) within the Adult Outpatient Program (AOP). The MHS will appeal to individuals who are passionate about working with adults with behavioral health challenges.  The MHS will report to a Clinical Supervisor.

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

• Plan and provide a variety of mental health support services to mentally ill and emotionally disturbed persons to attain, restore or improve individual physical, mental or emotional functioning;

• Provide assistance to clinical staff;  participate in group and individual support in programs;

• Develop and determine appropriate referrals for the continuation of care.

• Document and maintain records as required and as credentialed, include attendance records, daily visit logs, daily and/or weekly interdisciplinary notes. 

• Serve as a participant advocate and provide case management services;
   
• Provide advocacy for participants as needed to ensure inclusion in all aspects of the community including education, socialization, employment and housing.

• Adhere to 70% billing compliancy and other duties as assigned, etc.
   

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Final Filing Date:
This position will close at 5:00 P.M. PST, Thursday October 29, 2020 

Salary Range:
Five (5) Steps: $25.52 - $31.90/ hour; $4,423 - $5,529/ month

Job Opening:
Full-time position, typical work schedule is a 9/80.

Summary:
Under supervision, performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled building, facility, and pool maintenance, alteration, repair and limited construction work in the construction and development of park areas.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs rough and finish carpentry; installs doors and jambs.
• From drawings, sketches, or oral instructions, alters, repairs and/or constructs improvements or repairs in concrete, masonry, or similar materials.
• Operates welding equipment to cut or join metal parts.
• Designs and fabricates minor parts from a variety of construction materials.
• Installs, repairs, maintains and adjusts plumbing fixtures.
• Performs electrical repairs; maintains indoor and outdoor light fixtures; installs new circuitry, fixtures, and sub-panels, including sport lighting controls.
• Evaluates performance, performs preventive maintenance, repairs and installs ventilation and heating/air conditioning systems.
• Inspects, repairs and maintains a variety of aquatic equipment including pool pumps, filters, heaters, boilers, chemical pumps and chemical feed lines.
• Installs, repairs or remodels play equipment.
• Operates trucks, tractors, and other special equipment, including but not limited to aerial lift to heights of sixty feet.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Changes and repairs locks and door lock sets.
• Lays and repairs carpet and tile.
• Cleans, maintains and repairs tools used in performing work.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
• May be mobilized in the event of a disaster.

Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education/Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent GED; four years of related experience performing building, facility and pool maintenance and repair; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Ability:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  Ability to speak effectively with other District employees.

Math Ability:
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.  Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations

Certificates and Licenses:

• California Driver’s License
• Certified Pool Operator

Supervisory Responsibilities:
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  *

While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions.  The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration.  The noise level in the environment is loud.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  *

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.  The employee is frequently required to walk; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to stand; sit; climb or balance and taste or smell.  The employee is regularly required to lift from 25 to 50 pounds, and occasionally required to lift up to 100 pounds.  The employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions; wet or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, chemicals, fumes or airborne particles, and risk of electrical shock.  The vision requirements include ability to adjust focus, depth perception, distance vision and close vision.

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Selection Process:
Based on the information provided in the application documents, those candidates with the most desirable qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process.  Not all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.  Be sure to include all pertinent information regarding your education and experience.  Fill out the application completely; blank spaces may cause rejection; do not refer to resume.  Falsification or omission of material fact is cause for rejection, removal from the eligibility list, or dismissal.  Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Cover letters and resumes are encouraged and must be submitted online as attachments with the fully completed application. Applications must be submitted online by the filing deadline, or when the listed number of applications are received, whichever occurs first.

Examination:
Candidate selection will be based on competitive examinations. Test content will be related to the job. A driver license will be requested for identification and admission to the testing area. If there is more than one part to an examination, candidates must pass each part. Candidates with passing scores will be asked to compete in successive parts of the examination.

• Written Test/Practical Exercise:  A written test and a practical exercise may be used, in addition to the appraisal interview. 
• Appraisal Interview:  A job related appraisal interview will be conducted to evaluate and compare participating candidates’ knowledge, skills, and abilities in relation to those factors which job analysis has determined to be essential for successful performance of the job.
• After the Appraisal Interview, the top candidates will be invited to a staff interview.

          All applicants will receive a written response to their standing in the selection process.

NOTE: THE DISTRICT DOES NOT REIMBURSE APPLICANTS FOR TRAVEL, LODGING, OR OTHER EXPENSES RESULTING FROM THEIR PARTICIPATION IN THE SELECTION PROCEDURE.

In accordance with the Immigration and Control Act of 1986, the Conejo Recreation and Park District must verify that all new employees have written proof of their right to work in the United States at the time of hire.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES

The District encourages applications from qualified individuals with disabilities as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.  Individuals who will require a reasonable accommodation to take a test as part of the selection process must notify Human Resources.  Applicants with disabilities that affect sensory, manual or speaking skills may be provided with a test in a format that does not require the use of the impaired skill.  Persons requesting reasonable accommodation will be required to provide documentation of such need.

Note:  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.

Vegetation Management Specialist

$64,506 - $74,666 per year

   ($33.08 - $38.29 per hour)     

Full-time (37.5 hours per week)/Fixed-Term Position

Limited Benefits Available

LAST DAY TO APPLY: Apply by Monday, October 5, 2020 for first consideration

The City of San Rafael Fire Department is seeking to fill the position of Vegetation Management Specialist.  Fixed-term appointments may be made for up to a three-year period.  Continued appointment in this position is contingent upon funding and job performance.  This is an “at will” position and has limited benefits available.  This position is fully funded through the Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority (MWPA).

Under direct supervision from the Deputy Fire Chief, the Vegetation Management Specialist will help lead San Rafael Wildfire Prevention efforts with a focus on publicly owned undeveloped land and improved parcels; work closely with the defensible space inspection team and may perform independent site evaluations of vegetation located upon privately owned premises, which are typically located in the designated Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) areas within the jurisdiction; evaluate and develop vegetation management strategies on City or County-owned open space lands that are adjacent to structures located in the WUI; evaluate property for compliance with the San Rafael Municipal Code relating to providing defensible space to structures and scientifically based best practices; work to establish short and long-term open space vegetation management plans and prescriptions; and work with contractors and City staff to implement.

This position performs the following essential job duties:

• Coordinate wildfire mitigation through fuel reduction projects and other methods on City-managed open space in coordination and City, County, and private partners.
• Interpret and enforce provisions of City Ordinances, State Codes, and other regulations.
• Assure environmental compliance and implement best practices as possible.
• Perform evaluations of property, vegetation and structures to identify fire code violations, fire hazards; recommend corrective actions; perform follow-up inspections to see that corrective actions have been taken.
• Investigate complaints pertaining to violations of applicable fire codes; issue correction orders as necessary.
• Prepare accurate records and reports; maintain accurate records and files in the City electronic tracking system.
• Provide information to the public concerning the Vegetation Management Program, practices and procedures; assist in training programs and group presentations.
• Provide guidance or support to other City staff or vegetation management contractors working for the City.
• May be assigned to support other fire administration, fire operations, fire prevention, environmental management or emergency management related duties as needed.
• May provide guidance to fire mitigation and suppression crews about fire code interpretation, fuel management plans and prescriptions and site evaluations techniques.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor and within the MWPA mission.

To be eligible for this position you must have knowledge of:

• Principles, practices, and techniques of vegetation management and wildfire mitigation.
• Principles and techniques of site evaluations, inspection work, and environmental best practices and CEQA compliance.
• Local and State Fire Codes.
• English grammar, spelling, vocabulary and report writing.

To be eligible for this position you must have the ability to:

• Identify fire hazards and fire code violations and recommend corrective actions.
• Exercise judgment, suggest alternatives, and negotiate compliance strategies with property owners.
• Work within a team environment, be self-motivated, and complete independent tasks in a timely manner.
• Apply technical knowledge and follow proper evaluation/inspection techniques.
• Detect deviations from regulations and standard safety practices.
• Read and interpret site plans and vegetation management plans.
• Learn to enforce fire codes, ordinances, and regulations pertaining to fire prevention and vegetation management with firmness and tact.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work such as property owners, contractors, the general public, and other staff.
• Operate a variety of office equipment including computer terminals and necessary computer programs. GIS experience preferred.
• Express ideas and communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Deal tactfully and in a cooperative manner with property owners, the public, and City staff to provide a high level of customer service.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities are qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

• One year or more of responsible experience in a variety of inspection, construction, fire prevention or related inspection work.
• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by college level fire science or prevention classes. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Possession of one or more of the following is desirable:
  • Completion of CA State Fire Marshal 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, 2B, & 2C courses;
  • ICC Certification Fire 77, CA, CF, & CP.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of a California Class "C" driver's license, and satisfactory driving record. Maintenance of a California driver’s license is a condition of employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, feel or hold; reach with hands and arms; and talk, hear, taste, or smell. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee is required to walk off trails, up and down steep grades and inclines in heavily vegetated areas of the natural environment in all types of weather conditions.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.  Employee will be issued personal protective equipment (PPE) and is responsible for using the proper PPE in the appropriate environment.  Examples of PPE may include a hardhat, hearing protection while in noisy environments, eye protection, and safety shoes.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application since this information will be used to determine who will be invited to participate in the next phase of the recruiting process.  The examination process may include any or all of the following:  application appraisal and oral board interview examination.  To file an application, go to www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “City of San Rafael”.  For more information about the City of San Rafael, please visit www.cityofsanrafael.org. Follow this link to submit your application:   https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-20044208 

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations in the exam process to accommodate disabled applicants.  If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (415) 485-3474 before the oral board date.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for one special individual to serve as its Community Crisis Response Team (CCRT) Clinical Therapist II.  Under supervision, the CCRT Psychiatric Technician will provide field-based crisis intervention, linkage and referral, consultation, and education within the scope of practice.  The CCRT Psychiatric Technician will report to the Crisis Intervention and Medication Support Manager but will be located at Claremont City Hall.

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

• Respond to non-client community crisis calls with or without law enforcement;

• Obtain and maintain LPS designation in Los Angeles County;

• Ability to work with LPS designated facilities and ambulance companies to procure LPS beds and arrange for transfer of individuals that require a higher level of care;

• Perform field-based emergency mental health evaluations in accordance with agency procedure;

• Provide crisis intervention services to individuals, groups, and families;  

• Identify treatment needs and make appropriate referrals for necessary services;

• Assist clients and relatives with understanding behavioral health challenges and their reaction to them;

• Provide field-based crisis intervention by assessing for suicidal ideation, homicidal ideation and Grave Disability based on a mental health disorder

• Work on a multidisciplinary team to promote recovery; ability to work in a field-based, fast-paced environment; and other duties as assigned.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for an individual to fill the position of Psychiatric Technician I/II/III whom will provide medication support services both in the field and at the office. This particular position is located within the Children & Family Services Department and will report to the Medication Support Team Manager & the Medication Support Services Supervisor. 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.

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

• In collaboration with the Agency’s Psychiatrists, will provide medication support services including injections, medication monitoring, non-prescription medication, etc.;

• Responsible for documentation per Electronic Health Record on a daily basis for services rendered;

• 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 to aid or clients in crisis to help prevent injury to themselves or others through verbal intervention;

• Obtain LPS-designation and work clients on an interagency basis as well as local agencies for client hospitalization when indicated;

• Work directly with entire treatment team, adjunctively for clients who require medication monitoring per Psychiatrist disposition as well as clients in crisis; and other duties as assigned.

The City of San Dimas Parks and Recreation Department offers a basketball league for youth ages 8-14 that emphasizes teaching fundamentals, sportsmanship, teamwork and fun. The program runs from December until March. Coaches must be available for practices two days per week scheduled between the hours of 2:45 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. and games Saturdays, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (all times approximate).  Additional hours for trainings and meetings as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various 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 this position.

1. Responsible for planning, organizing, and supervising basketball practices.
2. Responsible for the general safety and well-being of the children of the assigned team.

SELECTION PROCESS

Interested persons who feel they meet the desirable qualifications should submit a completed City application.

STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

The City of San Dimas, California advises the public, employees, and applicants that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical handicap, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, or any non-merit based factor in admission to, treatment of, or employment in its programs and activities.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), The City of San Dimas will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. EOE (Equal Opportunity Employer)

ABOUT THE CITY

The City of San Dimas is located midway (about 27 miles) between Los Angeles and San Bernardino at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains.  Superior access to freeways offers a centralized location from which to enjoy southern California’s many excellent cultural and recreational activities.

San Dimas was incorporated in 1960 with a Council-Manager form of government.  Its citizens receive a full range of services through the combined efforts of the City’s five departments (City Manager’s Office, Administrative Services, Parks & Recreation, Public Works and Development Services) and the contract services of Los Angeles County.