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The City of San José, the Capital of Silicon Valley, is one of the nation's best managed cities and one of the top ten cities in which to live work and do business. Moreover, San José is the center of cultural government and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San José have embraced the following values: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect and Celebration.

The salary range for Staff Specialist is approximately $76,330.80 - $92,820.00 annually. This amount includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates' qualifications and experience.

This is a class-based recruitment. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for Staff Specialist will be added to the active Qualified Candidate Group and contacted when a department-specific vacancy becomes available. If you are in the current Qualified Candidate Group, you will need to re-apply in order to be considered for future vacancies.

Staff Specialists perform paraprofessional administrative work of considerable complexity in various areas of public administration. An employee in this class performs a variety of administrative assignments related to the execution of administrative detail and assisting in departmental administrative service areas. A Staff Specialist may act as a lead to lower-level clerical classifications but is primarily an individual contributor with a high level of expertise in generalized office administration.
Typical duties and results may include:

• • Create surveys and compile data for general or departmental use; perform statistical and clerical work by creating, analyzing and preparing reports, and abstract written materials.
  • Participate in budget preparation and review by assembling and analyzing data of operating departments, such as staffing and equipment requests.
  • Provide assistance with personnel functions such as position control, interviewing, benefits, handling routine grievances, disciplinary actions, classification matters, claims, employee relations, and interpretation of personnel rules and procedures.
  • Supervise the maintenance of files and records, including automated recordkeeping systems; developing filing systems and procedures for file use; and ensure irretrievability of filed information.
  • Performs other related duties as required.

The City of Burlingame's Public Works Department is accepting applications for the positions of Street Maintenance & Sewer Collection System Operator Trainee/Water System Operator Trainee (formerly Maintenance Worker I)

Our diverse family of employees welcomes you to apply. We are a small city that gets a lot done, and each member of our team is vital to our success as an organization.

We recently asked our employees what they enjoyed most about working for the City of Burlingame, and their responses fell into five general categories:

• Colleagues
• Community
• Location
• The Work
• The Benefits

Browse the Burlingame Welcome Brochure below for more information about why employees love working here.

DEFINITION

Under close supervision, performs a variety of routine, heavy labor and unskilled manual tasks; learns to perform the more skilled tasks of the assigned division; and operates motorized equipment in a training capacity.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the entry-level class for Water System Operator and Street Maintenance & Sewer Collection System Operator positions in both the Water and Street, Sewer & Downtown Divisions.  Employees hired in either of these positions may reasonably expect promotion to the Water System Operator or Street Maintenance & Sewer Collection System Operator classes upon completion of one year's satisfactory service, completion of probation, and for the Streets, Storm Drains and Sewer Divisions, obtaining a class B driver’s license, passing a CWEA Grade 1 test, and for the Water Division, passing a DHS Grade D-1 test.

Street, Sewer & Downtown Division

Essential Duties:

Works with the following crews: Sign and Paint Crew; Paving Crew; Pothole Crew; Service Repair Crew; Pump Station Maintenance and Repair Crew; Sweeper Pile Crew; Sewer Rodder Crew and Hydro Jet Crew. Assists in laying pipe and sewer lines; sweeps and cleans roadsides, gutters, curbs, culverts, catch basins and other drainage structures; removes debris and undergrowth; assists in setting forms and mixing and pouring concrete; assists in raking, smoothing and tamping repaired patches; assists in the maintenance of mechanical equipment; assists in the layout of traffic patterns on streets and in the operation of painting equipment; cleans mechanical equipment and basic tools used on the job. Assists in maneuvering and driving hydro-jet truck and other equipment associated with this operation. Assists in preventative maintenance and unblocking of sewers using mechanical and hydro-jetting.

Other Duties: Serves as flag person when working in traffic and works in confined spaces.

Water Division

Essential Duties:

Assists in laying pipe and water lines; assists in making taps and connections to mains; assists in the maintenance of mechanical equipment; cleans mechanical equipment and maintains basic tools used on the job.

Other Duties: Serve as flag person when working in traffic; read water meters and assist water service worker; work in confined spaces.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (The following are minimal qualifications necessary for entry into the classification.)     

Knowledge of: 

Uses and purposes of designated hand tools employed in basic laboring work, safety precautions and practices, basic math and sufficient English to follow instructions and learn to write work reports.

Ability to:

Learn safety practices necessary in working on public thoroughfares; learn geography of the city; read and interpret plans and city block book maps; take notes and instructions and complete them accordingly; learn to perform semi-skilled and skilled duties in the assigned division. 

Skills: 

Ability to safely and efficiently use air and hand tools, hydraulic tools, jackhammers, and power and automotive equipment in a training capacity.

License: 

Possession of a valid Class C driver's license issued by the DMV, and the ability to obtain a Class B driver's license upon the end of a one-year probationary period.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Street, Sewer & Downtown Division

Ability to perform heavy manual labor including lifting and carrying heavy objects for short distances weighing up to ninety (90) pounds, including manhole covers; perform the pulling, pushing, twisting and bending needed for rodding sewer; work outdoors in adverse weather; perform pick and shovel work in digging, widening and backfilling; assist in the cleaning of sewers which includes working in raw sewage.

Ability to stand and walk for considerable periods of time; twist the upper body; perform moderate amounts of crouching, stooping, and squatting. Ability to climb ladders and to climb into confined spaces; to work weekends and evenings as necessary, and to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Sufficient vision, hearing and stamina to perform the above job duties, and use of proper safety and hearing equipment when using noisy and dangerous equipment.

Water Division

Ability to perform heavy manual labor including lifting and carrying heavy objects for short distances weighing up to 90-pounds including large meter box covers; climb ladders; perform moderate amounts of crouching, squatting and stooping; perform pulling, twisting and bending; work outdoors in adverse weather; perform pick and shovel work in digging, widening and backfilling.

Ability to stand and walk for considerable periods of time; twist the upper body; perform moderate amounts of crouching, stooping, and squatting. Ability to climb ladders and to climb into confined spaces; to work weekends and evenings as necessary, and to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Sufficient vision, hearing and stamina to perform the above job duties, and use of proper safety and hearing equipment when using noisy and dangerous equipment.

The Town of Los Altos Hills is recruiting for a Finance Director.
 
Review the Finance Director Brochure for information about this exciting career opportunity. The annual salary range for the Finance Director is $172,659 - $233,324, depending on qualifications. Actual salary will be based on the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate. The salary receives an automatic CIP adjustment every July.

The final filing date for this position is Sunday, June 2, 2024 (5 p.m.).  
 
How to Apply:
To apply for this position and exciting career opportunity, please submit a current resume, with month and year of employment, and compelling cover letter to Rumi Portillo at rumiportillo@gmail.com.

The Town of Los Altos Hills is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants for all job opportunities will be considered regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful under federal, state, or local laws. The Town of Los Altos Hills is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, email hr@losaltoshills.ca.gov or (650) 941-7222.

Applications are being accepted for the position of Maintenance Services Supervisor-Public Works (Fleet Services) with the City of South San Francisco. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, MAY 10, 5:00 P.M. OR UPON RECEIPT OF THE FIRST 100 ONLINE APPLICATIONS, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.

THE CITY:

The City of South San Francisco is a General Law city with a population of 65,710 residents that grows to 100,000 during business hours. South San Francisco is strategically located on the west shore of the San Francisco Bay, in northern San Mateo County, 10 miles south of San Francisco. This City is also located along the Bay Area's main transportation routes, included 101, 280, Caltrain, BART, San Francisco Bay Ferry, and the San Francisco International Airport.

The City of South San Francisco is a full-service city with 12 City Departments including Police; Fire; Parks and Recreation; Public Works; Economic and Community Development; City Attorney; Library; Finance; Information Technology; Human Resources; City Clerk; and Office of the City Manager. 

South San Francisco enjoys a high quality of life with an extensive public parks system, active library and learning programming and a dynamic, engaged community making South San Francisco a great place to live, learn, work and play. 

THE DEPARTMENT:

The Public Works Department is composed of a Director and 11 full-time management staff with a 26 million dollar operating budget.  The department is comprised of the Maintenance, Engineering, and WQCP (Water Quality Control Plant) divisions.  The Maintenance Division oversees 127 miles of streets which includes asphalt, concrete, over 12,000 road signs, street markings, 70 signalized intersections, 164 miles of sewers, 125 miles of storm drains, 3857 street lights, 5 lift stations, and various miscellaneous tasks.

THE POSITION

Under general direction, this Supervisor will perform responsible professional and technical work in promoting, organizing, and supervising a comprehensive maintenance program within the Public Works Department and will organize, schedule, and supervise the work of employees engaged in work; and does related work as assigned.

This multi-position middle management level classification performs work in several functional areas and is distinguished by its core responsibility for supervising employees, programs and activities within the Public Works or Parks and Recreation Department. This recruitment is for a Supervisor in the Public Works Department's Fleet Services.  The work is performed under general direction and incumbents may provide support for inter-divisional programs and functions. This classification has full supervisory responsibility for staff at different locations and has full administrative and fiscal responsibility for specific programs and/or projects.  Incumbents perform professional level activities and have considerable latitude for independent decision making in choosing methods of developing and implementing approved procedures.

The City of San José, the Capital of Silicon Valley, is one of the nation's best managed cities and one of the top ten cities in which to live, work, and do business. Moreover, San José is the center of cultural, government and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San José have embraced the following values: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect and Celebration. The City's Department of Public Works (DPW) is seeking an individual whose values align with the values of the City's employees

The Public Works Department is responsible for delivering capital improvement projects for a wide variety of City facilities and infrastructure, maintaining City facilities and fleet assets, facilitating and regulating development activities, and providing animal care and services. The Department is committed to high-quality service, partnering with the community, and providing an excellent environment in which to work.Salary range for this classification is $122,959.20 - $149,822.40 annually. This range includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates' qualifications and experience.

The Department of Public Works is recruiting for a Chief of Surveys to provide the following typical duties and responsibilities which may include but are not limited to:

• Supervises an office technical staff in the preparation of drawings, corner records, record of surveys, reviewing improvement plans and specifications, parcel maps and tract maps.
• Reviews, approves, or examines land surveying documents (maps, plats, reports, descriptions, etc.) under supervision of the Land Surveyor.
• Manages surveying staff including supervision, hiring, training and performance evaluations.
• Plans, coordinates, and schedules all office surveying activities.
• Sets and maintains standard practices for office surveying activities and quality control.
• Consults with public and private engineers, inspectors, and contractors relative to requested work and coordinates any necessary activities.
• Communicates with clients and the public and resolves issues that arise during field surveys.
• Performs map and document research for field and office survey projects.
• Interprets construction documents for construction surveys.

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

The San José Police Department is dedicated to providing public safety through community partnerships and 21st Century Policing practices, ensuring equity for all. The Department is committed to treating all of San Jose's diverse community members with dignity, fairness, and respect, while protecting their rights and providing equal protection under the law.The San Jose Police Department is seeking a Division Manager for the Operations Support Services Division (OSSD) of the department. OSSD is comprised of approximately 89 employees, with a budget of approximately $9.4 million dollars. The OSSD Division Manager is an essential position within the Police Department and reports directly to the Captain of Bureau of Administration (BOA).

BOA and the OSSD operate and maintain critical systems in support of public safety on a 24/7 basis. The primary purpose of OSSD is to manage and maintain local, state and federal databases in order to assist in the identification, apprehension and prosecution of criminal offenders and to ensure officer and public safety. The Division is divided into five units, which include: Vehicle Records Unit, Report Processing Unit, Warrants Unit, Services & Communications Unit, and Fingerprints.

     * The Vehicle Records Unit processes all reports and calls related to stolen, recovered, impounded, private property towed, and repossessed vehicles. The Unit enters and updates data in all local, state, and national databases. Duties include coordinating with investigative units on the release of vehicles held for investigation or as evidence of crime.

     * The Report Processing Unit processes all incoming reports and provides a variety of services to the public, officers, and other government and law enforcement agencies.

     * The Warrants Unit processes all warrants. Duties include 24/7 "hit confirmation" for officers and other agencies checking the status of warrants, sending warrant abstracts to arresting agencies, managing "due diligence" documentation, purging expired warrants, updating local, state, and national databases, and providing services to members of the public who "self-surrender". This Unit is also responsible for processing traffic citations.

     * The Services & Communications Unit provides a variety of services to officers, other agencies and the members of the public. Services include data retrieval, requests for copies of reports, background requests and Clearance Letters for Visa & Immigration purposes. The Unit also processes subpoenas for records and Public Records requests. Duties include entries and updates of firearms and property in all local, state and national databases.

     * The Fingerprint Unit processes all "non-custodial" bookings and registrants. This Unit is also responsible for managing local, state, and national databases for all criminal citations.

This position will oversee OSSD and related issues in support of the Police Department's mission. The OSSD Division Manager will work closely with the Communications and Systems Development Division Managers and must possess strong leadership, decision-making, and collaborative skills. The Division Manager will take a critical role in developing a cohesive work environment and change management for the future.

The Division Manager will set division policy related to OSSD protocol and will ensure workforce productivity through effective interpersonal skills and adherence to instituted procedures. The Division Manager will supervise shift managers, assign and prioritize staff work, evaluate the performance of mid-level managers, act as the Custodian of Record for most records retained in the department, coordinate the release of Public Records Acts requests, and monitor the evaluation process for all of the Division employees.

The Division Manager will be responsible for preparing, administering and managing the Division budget. This will include drafting purchasing documents and maintenance of contracts. This will be accomplished by negotiating contracts, scheduling vendors and requesting services. The Division Manager will be responsible for holding contractors accountable in an expeditious and efficient manner. Additionally, the Division manager will be responsible for authorizing expenditures in compliance with City protocols and that the division budget is kept within the appropriate authorizations.

The Division Manager will oversee the management of all aspects of policy related to the Division's operation. This includes management of the Division's access to local, regional, state and nationwide databases such as the Records Management System (RMS), California Law Enforcement Telecommunications (CLETS), Sheriff's Law Enforcement Telecommunications (SLETS), National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and Criminal Justice Information Control (CJIC) systems.

The Division Manager will prepare and present Department reports for Senior Management and City Council. This will include preparing Annual Performance Plans and Quarterly Program Management Reports that encompass measures, accomplishments and needs of the Division.

The salary range for this classification is $131,187 to $207,658 annually. This salary range(s) includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates' qualifications and experience.

The essential functions of this position are as follows:

- A history of effectively managing staff and working in an environment in which senior department managers regularly balance competing expectations from groups with diverse points of views and interests.

-Skill in creating new approaches to a variety of unprecedented and problematic situations.

-Ability to manage a complex operation, communicate well with an experienced staff, including the oversight of a police support services operation for both day-to-day operations as well as future development.

-Politically astute and able to establish trust with other City departments, as well as outside public and private agencies.

-Strong leadership ability relating to employee supervision, motivation, training and hiring, including mentoring and coaching.

-Understand and communicate information about complex systems to individuals with varying levels of experience.

-Knowledge of modern law enforcement systems, such as: California Law Enforcement Telecommunications Systems (CLETS), Automated Field Reporting (AFR)/Records Management Systems (RMS) and Law Enforcement information sharing systems, etc..

- Reviews and interprets Federal, State, and local mandates and departmental policies and procedures. Including participating in both DOJ and FBI audits -As the Custodian of Record appear in court. 

-Effective communication skills and approachability with staff at all levels.

-Commitment to excellence and customer service.

-Ability to clearly express ideas, verbally and in written form.

-The division operates 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year including holidays. As such, the Division Manager must be available via telephone at all times. This position will require the employee to work 5 days a week and may be scheduled to work evenings, nights and/or weekends.

Selection Process

The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the job specific questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews, as well as a background investigation.

You will be prompted to answer the following job-specific questions during the online application.

    1. Do you have at least (3) three years of experience working with federal and state laws, rules and regulations, and local codes and standards as they apply to law enforcement operations? If yes, describe in detail this experience and include your position or title at the time.

    2. Do you have experience with modern law enforcement systems such as California Law Enforcement Telecommunications Systems (CLETS), and Automated Field Reporting (AFR)/Records Management Systems (RMS), and Law Enforcement information sharing systems? If so, please describe your experience; be sure to list the name of the system, number of years of experience, and your level of responsibility for each system.

    3. Do you have experience with managing a budget? If yes describe this experience in detail including the amount of the budget and the scope of your responsibilities. Include the name of the organization.

    4. Do you have experience with program management for specific projects? If yes describe this experience in detail including the types of projects and the scope of your responsibilities.

    5. Please describe any specialized training and/or courses you have received related to this position such as police records management, public records disclosure, or law enforcement telecommunication. Please be sure to include information related to the source of the training such as DOJ, POST, CLEARS, etc.

If you have questions about the duties of this position, please contact Veronica Andrade by email at Veronica.Andrade@sanjoseca.gov .

If you have questions about the recruitment process, please contact Alexandria Rodriguez by email at Alexandria.Rodriguez@sanjoseca.gov .

This classification is part of Executive Management (MGT).

Achieving your goals doesn't just give you things; it shapes who you are. The City of Sunnyvale invites you to take the next step in your career by applying for the Senior Project Manager position in the Information Technology Department. In this role, you’ll partner alongside some of the most innovative, intelligent IT professionals in the Silicon Valley as we manage the full spectrum of information technology projects: applications, system implementations, security enhancements and more.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong project management background in implementing applications, infrastructure components and security aspects. You'll collaborate with various departments, including Public Safety, Public Works, Community Development, and more, making this a dynamic and engaging opportunity. As the Senior Project Manager, you'll be in constant communication with department staff, the public, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders. Delivery will be defined by smooth and efficient project execution, meaning exceptional communication and interpersonal skills are a must. Ideal candidates will possess a solid background in project management in key areas, including implementing applications, infrastructure components, and security measures. Peak performers will find our standards and possibilities irresistible - if you're looking to enable a new reality of public sector technology through innovation and integrity, we're looking for you. Apply today!

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package, please refer to the city website for current details on employee benefits. A complete application packet will consist of a City of Sunnyvale employment application and responses to the required supplemental questions. The position opens April 24, 2024, and final filing date is May 20, 2024, at 5:00 pm. For complete information regarding this opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov 

Salary: $61.09 - $77.97 Hourly

City of Sunnyvale

Senior Park Utility Worker: Tree Maintenance

The City of Sunnyvale offers:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Classic CalPERS members have 4% of the employee contributions paid by the City, leaving only 3% for the employee to contribute
• Retiree medical benefits available

The City of Sunnyvale is recruiting for one Senior Park Utility Worker: Tree Maintenance in the Department of Public Works.  This position will lead a small crew (2 to 4 person crew), where the incumbent performs the work duties assigned as well as directs and oversees the work of the crew members.  

This person is driven to continuously make a positive impact on the organization and believes that as a team we accomplish more.  As an organization, we are motivated to produce the highest level of service possible.  We provide maintenance services for about 40,000 street trees.

Working in the Public Works Department for the City of Sunnyvale as a Senior Park Utility Worker: Tree Maintenance provides an opportunity to improve the landscape in the community and see the results of your work.  All of this, plus a generous benefits package which includes: a competitive salary, career development, and training opportunities, make the City of Sunnyvale a great place to work.

Under general supervision, leads and performs journey-level landscape maintenance tasks and does related work, as required.

The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following way:

High school diploma or GED equivalent, AND Four years of related tree maintenance experience, some of which shall have been at a level equivalent to Utility Worker or Maintenance Worker II with the City of Sunnyvale.

Required Licenses

Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class B California driver's license and a safe driving record is required.

Salary:  $38.08 - $48.60 Hourly

A complete application consists of a City application and responses to the required supplemental questions. The position opens on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 and the final filing date is Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at 5:00 pm.

To apply for this position, use the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sunnyvale/jobs/4467632/senior-park-utility-worker-tree-maintenance