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The City of San Mateo invites applications for the position of:

Position:          Management Analyst Intern - Parks and Recreation Department

Salary:             $16.78/hr to $20.01/hr. (Dependent on Qualifications)

Job Type:        Internship

Location:         Poplar Creek Golf Course,

                        1700 Coyote Point Dr, San Mateo, CA 94401

                        Administrative Office for Parks & Recreation Department

                        330 W 20th Ave, San Mateo, CA  94402

Hours:             20 hours per week/Flexible schedule

Application:    An official City of San Mateo employment application and supplemental questionnaire is required.

Closing Date:  April 1, 2019 OR upon receipt of the first 100 applications and supplemental questionnaires, whichever occurs first.

THE POSITION:  The Parks and Recreation Department at the City of San Mateo has an opportunity for an intern to work on a number of projects. The Department, which has about 60 full time employees, manages over 30 parks and open space areas, five community centers that provide recreation activities for all age groups, an 18-hole golf course and the City’s park and street trees. The Management Analyst Intern will receive primary supervision from the Department’s Golf Services Manager and project specific direction from the supervisor/manager primarily responsible for each specific project. The duration and start date of the internship are flexible though summer interns typically start between mid-May and Mid-June.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• BA/BS Candidate
• Strong analytical, writing and verbal skills; effective written and oral communication
• Experience conducting research and data analyses
• Able to work independently with direction from supervisor
• Interest in learning more about a career in local government

DUTIES: The primary projects will most likely include the following:

• Pace of Play Tracking & Parks Survey. The intern will be onsite at Poplar Creek at various times of the day and days of the week to monitor the time it takes players to complete play on each of the 18 holes.  The data will then be analyzed and used to make recommendations to improve the overall pace of play or time it takes to complete a full round of golf.
   
• Parks Quarterly Evaluation. The second opportunity will be for the selected intern to help with creating a new and improved excel parks standards form.  The current form needs to be re-worked to improve the data we receive and how it is analyzed by P&R staff.
   
• Parks Survey. Conduct customer intercept surveys with patrons in the City’s parks. Prepare a report analyzing the results of the survey work.

HOW TO APPLY: Interested candidates should submit an official City of San Mateo employment application and supplemental questionnaire by April 1, 2019 on-line on CalOpps.org.

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Submit an official City of San Mateo application and supplemental questionnaire by April 1, 2019 to the City of San Mateo Human Resources Department, 330 W. 20th Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94403

JOIN OUR TEAM!

If you are looking for a position that will allow you a flexible work schedule and the ability to use your creativity and people skills? Then this may be the job for you!

The Recreation Department of the Town of Colma is recruiting for a part-time Senior Recreation Leader for immediate hiring who will enjoy exercising creativity, working with Children and Seniors. The Ideal candidate will be available to work year-round, a varied work schedule, including Days, Evenings and Weekends.

Senior Recreation Leaders assist Recreation Coordinators and the Recreation Manager with the Town’s daily recreation activities and programming, including supervision of recreation programs for children, adults and senior citizens. Recreation Leaders do not receive Town benefits and have an “at will” status.

You’ll enjoy duties such as:

• Planning, organizing, leading and conducting a wide variety of indoor and outdoor recreation activities at our park, playground and community centers including after-school programs, teen center, day camps, play groups, special events and senior events.
• Guiding recreation activities for children, teens and adults.
• Actively managing children’s playground activities.
• Ensuring that needed supplies and equipment are inventoried and on hand.
• Setting up and taking down recreational and facility equipment.
• Enrolling participants in recreation activities utilizing computer system.
• Assisting residents with facility bookings and entering reservations in computer system.
• Maintaining communications with parents of participants
• Supervising and directing recreation leaders in daily tasks
• Attending staff meetings.
• Performing light janitorial and maintenance duties.
• Applying basic first aid.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skill and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

• Fifteen semester college units
• Two years of experience in a recreation field.

INCLUDING:
Characteristics:

• Great with children.
• Leadership.
• Safety-oriented.
• Effective communicator.

Knowledge of:

• Methods of organizing, conducting and supervising recreational programs.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Modern information technology including various computer applications.
• CPR/First Aid practices.

Ability to:

• Plan, organize and conduct recreation programs for children.
• Represent the Town positively.
• Exercise excellent customer service skills including patience and professionalism at all times.
• Deal effectively with a wide variety of personalities in situations requiring diplomacy, friendliness, poise and tact.
• Speak and write clearly.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Work a varied schedule including some weekends and evenings.
• Operate basic office equipment.
• Learn Recreation Department Software.
• Establish and maintain effective, harmonious working relationships.
• Understand and work effectively with the public, especially children.
• Learn and interpret specific rules and polices and apply them with good judgment.
• Perform light janitorial and maintenance duties, safely lift up to 30 lbs.
• Attain CPR/First Aid certification within 60 days of hire.

The Town of Colma, Known worldwide as the “City of Souls,” is the smallest city in San Mateo County with 1,600 residents - and 1.5 million “souls”. However, Colma is more than just 16 cemeteries. Colma’s commercial buildings make a distinguished architectural statement resulting from design standards that encourage Spanish-Mediterranean motifs. Colma boasts an old-world charm all its own, from its brickpaved residential streets and ornamental street lamps to its restored historical museum and railroad depot located at its 5,500 square foot Community Center. Sterling Park Recreation Center, which is the location for the after-school children’s program, has a basketball court, playground, large grassy field and multi-purpose room. Within its 2 square mile boundaries, the Town enjoys a strong sales tax base with two shopping centers, one of Northern California’s most complete collections of car dealerships, and a card room. There are two BART stations nearby.

To Immediately Apply:
To be considered for employment you must submit a town employment application through CalOpps.org

Please Note:
The information included in this announcement may be changed at any time. The information does not constitute either an express or implied contract.

The Town will make reasonable efforts in the selection process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise the human resources office of such special needs at the time of application.

All employees hired by the Town of Colma must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will

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MISSION STATEMENT & EXCITING PROJECTS

The City of East Palo Alto provides responsive, respectful and efficient public service to enhance the quality of life and safety for its multi-cultural community. East Palo Alto has significant potential for growth due to its central location, recently updated General Plan, and the securing of additional water supplies. Construction just started on a 25,000 square performing arts center. The City is currently processing entitlements for approximately 1.4 million square feet of office projects, a 500 student elementary school, and approximately 200 affordable rental housing units. The City seeks dynamic and committed candidates who want to play a leadership role in shaping the growth in East Palo Alto.

The Community 

The City of East Palo Alto is a beautiful community located in the heart of the Silicon Valley, and is uniquely positioned to maximize its potential as a significant city in the region. Founded by speculators and farmers in 1849, the town was originally named Ravenswood. In 1983 the residents decided to incorporate as East Palo Alto. The population is approximately 29,143 with an area of 2.5 square miles.

Community assets include:

●   A rich historical heritage

●   A culturally diverse community

●   A moderate climate

●   Bay Area location within close proximity to the San Francisco and San Jose International Airports

●   Sensitivity and commitment to the environment and to expanding open space and park facilities

●   A friendly residential community with a small town family oriented atmosphere

●   Excellent private schools and progressive public school district

●   An active citizen involvement

Quality of Life

 The Community is deeply concerned about maintaining its quality of life. Future development must be compatible with community expectations. A significant number of important issues facing the City are regional in nature, e.g., growth, transportation, solid waste, water, congestion management and economic vitality.

The Organization

East Palo Alto is a general law city incorporated in 1983; and, operates under the Council/Manager Form of Government.  Legislative authority is vested in a five member City Council elected at large for four-year overlapping terms. Key City Council advisory bodies include: the Planning Commission, Rent Stabilization Board, Senior Advisory Committee, and the Public Works and Transportation Commission.

Annually, the Council selects a Mayor and Vice Mayor from its members. The City Council appoints the City Manager and City Attorney. The City Manager is appointing authority for all employees, including four department executives.

It is an exciting time here at the City of East Palo Alto, we are the “City on the Move” Our economic development goal is to foster a healthy and thriving business environment.

THE POSITION

The City of East Palo Alto is currently recruiting for a journey level Management Analyst classification who values responsive and efficient public services to enhance the quality of life and safety for its multi-cultural community.  This position will report to the Community and Economic Development Director or his/her designee. 

It requires sound judgment, initiative, and discretion in order to bring finance, purchasing,  project tracking, contracting and budget expertise to support EPA’s Affordable Housing Strategy, Capital Improvement Program, and Development Impact Fee Program, which includes fees for infrastructure, city facilities, and parks. Provides responsible professional, administrative and technical assistance in the development, administration and implementation of City programs; provides highly responsible analytical staff assistance including conducting specific and comprehensive analysis of a wide range of municipal policies involving organization, procedures, finance, and services; manages various projects; and assists in office management functions.

The City of San Mateo City Manager's Office is seeking a Downtown Coordinator

Why Join our Department?

Come be part of the City of San Mateo team.  You would be joining an organization of over 560 people who work for the City of San Mateo and whose mission it is to serve the community with a collaborative, innovative and professional spirit.  We are looking for someone who embodies our shared values of respect, creativity, inclusivity, transparency, and integrity in their words and actions. The City Manager’s Office includes staffing and management of the Communications, Sustainability, Economic Development, and Volunteer Programs within the City of San Mateo.  The Office provides direct support to the City Council on major policy issues and provides the primary interaction with our community partners including the Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown San Mateo Association. 
 

What You’ll Do

This position is in the City Manager’s Office and receives general direction from the Economic Development Manager.  The Downtown Coordinator’s primary function is coordinating a variety of tasks to implement the City’s efforts to support Downtown businesses and improve the customer experience in Downtown San Mateo.

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The Community

The City of Lathrop serves more than 24,000 residents and is one of Northern California’s fastest growing communities. It is strategically centered between the Stockton, Manteca, and Tracy submarkets within San Joaquin County.

A dynamic executive leadership team guides City staff to deliver services to Lathrop’s growing community. As a result of careful stewardship, the City operates in a strong and stable financial environment.

The City of Lathrop is a full-service city with police services provided through contractual agreement and fire service  provided by a separate special district. In addition to the standard city departments and functions, Lathrop has an active Development Team that deals with many of the growth related issues.

The Organization

The City of Lathrop incorporated in 1989 and operates in a Council-Manager form of government. The Lathrop City Council is comprised of five members, including the directly elected Mayor and four Councilmembers. This vibrant organization enjoys a strong, collaborative, and open setting.  Lathrop has developed a long-range strategy to ensure a strong financial position for short and long-term stability.

The Position

The Utility and Street Maintenance Superintendent is a management level position in the Public Works Department that reports to the Assistant Public Works Director, or designee.  The individual is responsible for direct and indirect supervision of the utility and maintenance staff.  Areas of responsibility include building maintenance, street maintenance, infrastructure, water distribution and wastewater collection systems. 

Essential Functions

• Responsible for planning, organizing, and coordinating, the work activities of operations staff; responsible for the construction, maintenance, repair and/or operation of streets, storm drains, streetlights and signals, sidewalks, and the water distribution and wastewater collection systems;
• Develops policies & procedures and makes recommendations for projects and programs; develops and maintains short and long-range maintenance schedules for assigned areas of responsibility; 
• Participates in the selection, training and evaluation of assigned personnel; initiates disciplinary procedures as is appropriate;
• Prepares technical and/or analytical reports on operations as necessary; participates in budget preparation; administers and monitors approved budgets; reviews and monitors purchase orders; participates in the equipment procurement process; monitors and controls supplies and equipment;
• Assists in the preparation of the Department's Capital Improvement Program; develops and completes annual street slurry seal and street maintenance programs; develops and implements annual curb, gutter, and sidewalk replacement program;
• Responds to the more difficult questions and concerns from the general public, contractors, vendors, and outside agencies; provides information as appropriate and resolves public service or operational complaints;
• Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies and associations, City management and staff, and the public.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the functions of a Utility and Maintenance Superintendent.  A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess the equivalent of:

• Possess the equivalent of four years of increasingly responsible experience in public works, parks or facilities maintenance, construction, and/or contract administration, including three years as a lead worker or supervisor of maintenance activity, and a bachelor’s degree with major coursework in Civil Engineering, Business Administration, Construction Management, or related field.

In addition to the minimum qualifications, the ideal candidate will possess the following skills:

• Work independently and able to take initiative
• Strong management skills
• Ability to multi-task

License and Training

• California Class C Driver’s license. 
• Initial training - CA Title 22 Hazardous Waste Generator Training (4 hour), DOT Hazmat Shipper Function Specific Training (4 hour), Site Specific Emergency Response Contingency Plan Action Guide Training (2 hour), HAZCOM Training (2 hour), HAZWOPER Initial Training (4024 hour), HAZWOPER Supervisor Training (8 hour).
• Annual Refresher - CA Title 22 Hazardous Waste Generator Training (4 hour), Site Specific Emergency Response Contingency Plan Action Guide Training (2 hour), HAZCOM Training (2 hour), HAZWOPER Refresher Training (8 hour).
• Refresher - DOT Hazmat Shipper Function Specific Training (4 hour) required every 3 years.

Two and a half percent (2.5%) increase to base salary effective the last pay period in April 2019

The City of Salinas is accepting applications for Public Service Maintenance Worker I. The current vacancy is in the Street Maintenance Division.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: All applicants must provide a copy of diploma/GED at the time of application or submit to the Human Resources Department prior to the final filing date. Applications are incomplete without the required document.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE (subject to change):

Week of April 1, 2019 – Exam process

DEFINITION: Under immediate supervision, to perform a variety of semi‑skilled and skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance, and repair of streets, sidewalks, signs, sewers, storm drains, pump stations, or traffic systems. 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This is the entry-level class in the Public Service Maintenance Worker class series.  Positions in this class will usually perform most of the duties required of Maintenance Workers II but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent direction and judgment on matters related to work procedures and methods.  Work is directly supervised while in progress and fits a structured and established pattern.  Generally, changes in procedures or exceptions are explained in detail as they arise.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:  Receives direct supervision from higher-level maintenance personnel.  Technical or functional supervision is also provided by higher-level maintenance personnel.  New employees typically receive immediate supervision progressing to general supervision with training and experience.  Exercises no supervision.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION: Duties may include, but are not limited, to the following: Perform street maintenance duties; operate construction and maintenance equipment such as trucks, tractors, sweepers, skip loaders and paving and grinding equipment for a variety of construction and maintenance operations involving streets, sidewalks, gutters, sewer lines, and drainage channels. Use concrete cutting and breaking equipment; operate a jackhammer; pour and finish concrete, construct concrete forms and perform rough carpentry work.  Apply traffic markings on streets, cross walks, parking lots and curbs.  Manufacture and install traffic signs and remove signs no longer required.  Design and manufacture special signs for municipal facilities.  Spread asphalt in patching and repairing streets. Perform routine preventive maintenance on equipment as assigned.  Utilize proper safety precautions related to all work performed.  Maintain inventory of traffic safety related supplies.  Place and remove traffic safety devices and barricades as needed.  Perform emergency and non‑emergency duties related public infrastructure maintenance work as required.  Apply herbicides in accordance with approved safety procedures.  Participate in and perform confined space entries.  Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of:  Uses and purposes of general construction tools and equipment. Safe work practices. Ability to:  Perform unskilled and semi‑skilled tasks in a variety of construction and maintenance activities.  Perform heavy manual labor.  Understand and carry out oral and written directions.  Maintain cooperative working relationships with others.  Promote the mission, values, and standards of an effective organization, particularly in the area of customer service.  Obtain a Class “B” or Class “A” Driver’s License with appropriate endorsements, as required, within six (6) months of appointment. Skills to:  Perform a variety of construction tasks including asphalt and concrete work and rough carpentry. Operate vehicles, equipment, and tools.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL CHARACTERISTICS:  Physical mobility and stamina to stand and walk for long periods of time, and to walk over uneven surfaces. Physical agility to push/pull, squat, twist, turn, bend, climb, stoop and reach overhead. Physical strength to lift up to 90 pounds with assistance. Manual dexterity requiring repetitive motion sufficient to use hand and power tools.  Hearing and speaking ability sufficient to converse over the telephone, two-way radio and in person often over the noise of machinery and traffic, to detect and describe noises in machinery or to hear running water. Vision sufficient to read fine printed materials on labels, manuals, maps, diagrams, to work with color-coded wires with no color deficiencies, and to drive. Safely wear self-contained breathing apparatus; and safely work in confined spaces.  Detect odors. Mental acuity to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, make valid judgments and decisions.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Perform heavy manual labor for periods up to but not limited to 8 hours per day. Willingness and ability to work under adverse conditions such as in confined and awkward spaces, in and around raw and treated wastewater, in heavy traffic, and in potentially hazardous areas.  Work outdoors under adverse conditions at night, in heat, wind, cold and rain.

License or Certificate:  Possession of a valid California Class “C” Driver's License.  Obtain a Class “B” or Class “A” Driver’s License with appropriate endorsements, as required, within six (6) months of appointment.

Education and Experience:  An example of the education and experience which most likely demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the duties would be any combination equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade and one year of performing paving and maintenance operations involving streets, sidewalks, gutters, sewer lines, and drainage channels.

SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants’ qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of the information provided on the employment application. The exam process may consist of an application appraisal, oral interview, performance exam and/or written exam. The City reserves the right to use alternate testing procedures if deemed necessary. CITY COMMUNICATION REGARDING THE SELECTION PROCESS WILL BE VIA E-MAIL. PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU HAVE ACCESS TO THE E-MAIL ON YOUR APPLICATION.  Finalist interview/assessment will be held with the City of Salinas.  

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Salinas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, or any other non-merit factor. The City of Salinas makes reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability.  Individuals requiring any accommodation in order to participate in the testing process must inform the Human Resources Director in writing no later than the final filing date stated in this job announcement.  Requests for accommodation should include an explanation of the type and extent of accommodations needed to participate in the selection process and/or to perform the duties of the job for which they have applied. EEO Utilization Report is available for candidate review upon request.

SALARY STEPS: Appointments are normally made at the first step.  Consideration is given for increase to the second step after successful completion of a six-month probationary period. (Employees appointed at a higher step will be eligible for consideration for the next step after one year, providing they successfully complete a six-month probationary period). 3/11/19 pp

Join the Menlo Park Public Works Maintenance Division!

The Maintenance Division provides many of the basic services that affect the daily lives of everyone who lives, works, visits and commutes within the City. The Maintenance Division provides support to all City departments and provides service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to address emergencies during non-working hours. The Maintenance Division is responsible for the following five programs; Trees, Parks, Streets, Fleet and Water. The Maintenance Division is located in the City's Corporation Yard.

This is your opportunity to join the Facilities section.