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Senior Planner

The City of Sausalito seeks a highly-motivated person who, under direction of the Community Development Director, administers specified planning activities including current planning, zoning and subdivision ordinance, advanced planning and the General Plan; complex professional planning activities, such as serving as project manager for complex development and land use applications. This is a lead position in the Community Development Department and will participate in advanced, multi-department initiatives. The Senior Planner also:

• Reviews applications for residential, commercial and other land use development; evaluates alternatives and conformance with City policies, ordinances, the General Plan and state and federal laws; prepares and presents staff reports to the Planning Commission and City Council regarding such applications;
• Serves as project manager for complex planning projects, including analyzing and evaluating site and architectural plans, performing technical review for project plans and applications and making recommendations;
• Manages consultant contacts including determining scope of work and budgets, tracking budgets and approving contract payments;
• Updates and creates long-range planning documents such as the City’s General Plan and other assigned plans; prepares modifications to specific General Plan elements;
• Serves as staff liaison for review boards, ad-hoc committees and elected officials, including providing technical advice and giving presentations;
• Confers with and provides information to property owners, contractors, developers, engineers architects and the public regarding conformance to standards, plans specifications and codes; explains codes, requirements and procedures and evaluates alternatives;
• Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service;
• Ability to deal with the public under stressful circumstances in a fair, calm and understanding way to obtain positive results;
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Incumbents will work a flexible schedule, with increased scheduling during peak workload periods, but less than 1,000 hours during the assignment through the fiscal year starting July 1st and ending June 30th.

JOB SUMMARY

Under direction this position provides pool supervision, performs rescues, and enforces safety rules and related duties as required. The Lifeguard is a part-time hourly position. This class receives assignments from and reports to the Supervisory Team; must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays. Staff meetings are mandatory and held on Fridays at 10:00 am.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

• Administers first aid.
• Enforces pool regulations and policies.
• Assists in the maintenance of operational equipment.
• Maintains the pool area, deck and locker room for cleanliness and safety.
• Prevents accidents.
• Performs rescues.
• Provides customer service as needed.
• Must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Other duties as assigned.

ABOUT THE CITY

San Dimas is located midway (about 27 miles) between Los Angeles and San Bernardino, at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains. Excellent access to freeways offers a centralized location from which to enjoy Southern California’s many 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 four departments (Administration, Parks & Recreation, Public Works and Development Services) and the contract services of Los Angeles County.

STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINATION

The City of San Dimas, California advises the public, employees and job 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)

Water System Supervisor

$29.86-$38.23 Hourly

$62,116.78 - $79,514.73 Annually

Open Until Filled

THE POSITION

The City of Chowchilla is seeking a full time Water System Supervisor who, under general direction, supervises, develops, and directs the work of staff performing difficult and complex technical and administrative support related to all programs and activities of the City’s water distribution division; assists with long- and short-term project planning and overseeing the design, construction, maintenance, and operations of water utility systems, facilities, and related appurtenances and other programs; works with technical and engineering staff to monitor and maintain water quality in accordance with State requirements; coordinates assigned activities with other City departments and outside agencies for services such as meter reading and repair; provides complex and responsible support to the Public Works Director and others in areas of expertise; and performs related work as required.

Incumbents serves as the Division Manager to the City’s water distribution system. Responsibilities include planning, organizing, supervising, reviewing, and evaluating the work of water quality, maintenance, and operations staff either directly or through lead workers. Incumbents are expected to independently perform the full range of water quality, maintenance and operations duties. Performance of the work requires the use of considerable independence, initiative and discretion within established guidelines. This classification is distinguished from the water worker series in that it has direct supervisory responsibilities. 

Wastewater System Supervisor

$29.86 - $38.23 Hourly

$62,116.78 - $79,514.73 Annually

Open Until Filled

THE POSITION

The City of Chowchilla is seeking a full time Wastewater System Supervisor who, under general direction, supervises, develops, and directs the work of staff performing difficult and complex technical and administrative support related to all programs and activities of the City’s Treatment Operations and Collection System Maintenance Operations; assists with long- and short-term project planning and overseeing the design, construction, maintenance, and operations of wastewater collection system and wastewater treatment plant, facilities, and related appurtenances and other programs; works with technical and engineering staff to monitor and maintain water quality in accordance with State requirements; coordinates assigned activities with other City departments and outside agencies for services such as meter reading and repair; provides complex and responsible support to the Public Works Director and others in areas of expertise; and performs other duties as assigned.

Incumbent serves as the Division Manager to the City’s Treatment Operations and Collection System Maintenance Operations system. Responsibilities include planning, organizing, supervising, reviewing, and evaluating the work of wastewater operations, maintenance, and operations staff either directly or through lead workers. Incumbents are expected to independently perform the full range of wastewater treatment and collection, maintenance and operations duties. Performance of the work requires the use of considerable independence, initiative and discretion within established guidelines. This classification is distinguished from the water worker series in that it has direct supervisory responsibilities. 

Filing Deadline: December 20, 2019

Monthly Salary: $9,684 to $12,879, plus benefits

The Chief Building Official plans, organizes, supervises and reviews the activities of the Building Inspection Division; participates in code interpretation, plan checking, issuance of permits, and field inspections; and performs the most technically complex tasks within the Division. The ideal candidate will possess strong supervisory skills to lead a team of experienced building professionals. He/she will be an individual who is trustworthy, approachable, honest, and ethical. A Chief Building Official who will create a teamwork-oriented environment that emphasizes cooperation, accountability and responsiveness is sought. Candidates who bring a positive and can-do attitude will succeed in this position.  The incoming Chief Building Official will have knowledge of building construction principles and practices, including detailed familiarity with carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and other building trades; safety and construction standards of the building construction industry; practices and procedures of contracting in the building construction industry; uniform; building, plumbing and mechanical, national electrical, and health and safety codes; and principles and practices of supervision.

Candidates must possess equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in architecture, structural engineering, civil engineering or a closely related field, five (5) years of experience similar to that of a Building Inspector with at least two years of supervisory experience, and Certification by the International Conference of Building Officials as a Combination Building Inspector.

If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please view the job announcement.  To apply, click here or contact Joel Bryden at Bob Murray & Associates (916) 784-9080. 

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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 Building  Division

The Building Division is part of the Public Works Department  and is responsible for serving the public by ensuring that the safety depicted by the current adopted California Codes and the Lathrop Municipal Code are enforced during the construction, use, occupancy and maintenance of buildings and structures, and all of their various components. This is accomplished by providing examination of plans, calculations and specifications, inspections of all aspects of on‐site construction and providing staff to perform and manage the building permit process. Staff carries on this service after permits are issued and finalized by maintaining plans and documents for future inquires.

The Permit Technician Position

The Permit Technician performs a wide variety of technical and administrative support duties for the Building Division.  Under the general direction of the Chief Building Official, or designee, the incumbent provides information to the public related to the application processes, plan review processes, fees, and policies and procedures.

Essential Functions

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Provides information to homeowners, builders, engineers, developers, architects and the public; serves as the initial public contact for the Building division by phone or at the counter; answers general questions regarding building functions and explains building ordinances, procedures and requirements; assists and advises the general public in matters relating to building requirements, status of submitted projects.
• Checks building plans and issues building permits for minor residential additions and alterations; approves small project plans and issues over the counter permits; reviews applications for completeness and accuracy; verifies contractor’s licenses, construction bonds, and insurance coverages; calculates plan check and building permit fees for plans submitted for review based on the type of construction and square footage, or by evaluated cost; collects fees and issues receipts for various applications, registrations and licenses; inputs data into automated information systems.
• Receives residential, commercial building and development permit applications and plans; opens plan review files; coordinates with other departments and follows up on permit status as necessary; receives, logs, and distributes development plans for plan checking; inputs plan review information from all departments into automated system; updates and generates required reports; maintains and retrieves files and documents for all permit areas; reviews corrected plans for conformity with requirements; calculates fees and submits documentation for permit issuance.
• Accepts various planning applications and plans; checks for completeness and accuracy; performs a variety of office support and technical tasks for assigned areas of responsibility; prepares, types, word processes, and proofreads a variety of documents, including general correspondence, memoranda and related materials.
• See job description for additional details.

Qualifications & the Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will:

Demonstrate a minimum of 3 years of increasingly responsible office support and/or technical work experience involving heavy public contact.

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in construction, planning or building is desirable.
• Deliver excellent customer service for both internal and external customers.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid class C California driver’s license.
• Be able to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Have a positive, friendly attitude.

RECREATION LEADER II

Recreation Department

15-25 hours per week without benefits

Recreation Leader II:  $13.50 - $15.10 hourly

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Applications Will Be Reviewed As Submitted

Immediate need is in following programs but not limited to:

After School Program - Solorsano Middle School

Monday – Friday, 2:15 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Saturday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m as scheduled

plus additional hours as needed

This position is a year-round, part-time position that may be assigned to one or more programs in Adaptive (Special Needs), Adult and/or Youth Sports, After School Program, Cultural Arts, Facility Attendant, Senior Center, Special Events, Summer Camps, and Youth Center/Youth Services, and other programs as needed.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The main goal of the City of Gilroy’s Recreation Department is to offer excellent recreation programs that provide community members with a wide-range of opportunities to celebrate life and community through people, parks, programs, and special events which are delivered by a team of employees dedicated to offering quality recreational, social, and cultural services to all Gilroy residents.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under direct supervision of a Recreation Coordinator or Recreation Specialist and indirect supervision of a Recreation Supervisor, assist, plan, organize, and lead the physical, recreational, and social activities of assigned recreation programs.  Program areas include, but are not limited to, Adaptive (Special Needs), Adult and/or Youth sports, After School Program, Cultural Arts, Facility Attendant, Senior Center, Special Events, Summer Camps, and Youth Center/Youth Services.  This position may be a year round part-time position or seasonal position, depending on the recreation program. As related experience is gained as noted in the job qualifications and requirements, and with the recommendation in the employee’s performance evaluation, Recreation Leaders can advance from Recreation Leader I to Recreation Leader II or from Recreation Leader II to Recreation Leader III.  As the employee advances through the job series the employee will take on more responsibility and more challenging work assignments.

RECREATION SPECIALIST

Recreation Department

Gilroy Youth Center

$4,377.25 - $5,466.67 monthly, plus excellent benefits

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE:

Monday, December 2, 2019 at 5:00 p.m.

ABOUT THE POSITION

City of Gilroy is recruiting for one (1) Recreation Specialist for the Gilroy Youth Center. The goal of the Recreation Department is to effectively and efficiently manage the development goals of the city while creating an environment that encourages business expansion and development consistent with the city’s guiding documents.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under general supervision of a Recreation Supervisor or Recreation Coordinator, plan, organize, and direct the physical, recreational, and social activities of assigned recreation programs.  Program areas include, but are not limited to:  Aquatics, Adaptive (special needs), Adult and/or Youth Sports such as organized leagues or classes, After School Program, Cultural Arts, Facility Attendant, Senior Center, Special Events, Summer Camps, Theater, and Youth Center/Youth Services.  This position may be a full-time position, year round part-time position, or a seasonal position. This classification is distinguished from the Recreation Coordinator classification based upon the required education and experience and range/scope of work assigned.  Further, this is an entry-level, paraprofessional position supporting the Recreation Department.

PROGRAM ASSISTANT (VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR)

Salary Range: $14.06 to $23.88/hour, DOE

This is a part-time, temporary, non-benefitted position; 15-20 hours per week (not to exceed 950 hours per fiscal year); flexible schedule, includes some evenings and weekends.

DEFINITION

This position requires an independent, experienced, innovative and creative individual to coordinate the Town’s growing community engagement efforts. 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Program Assistant receives direct supervision from the Program Supervisor. Functional or technical supervision may also be received from other staff.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Essential duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Maintain an awareness of fluctuating volunteer needs from all Town Departments.
• Recruit, train, supervise volunteers to ensure Town needs are met.
• Scheduling and presenting volunteer orientations.
• Maintain communication with Town employees regarding volunteer opportunities and requirements.
• Maintain a current, accurate volunteer schedule for each Town Division.
• Respond to all volunteer inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Collection and maintenance of volunteer documentation.
• Posting and maintaining current volunteer-related material on the Town’s website, in the community and on marketing collateral.
• Managing the Town’s annual volunteer recognition program.
• Creates monthly reports regarding Town volunteers and value of service provided to the Town.
• Create marketing materials to recruit, recognize and retain volunteers.
• Performs duties within OSHA standards. 

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Projects and experiences which motivate people to volunteer.
• Correct English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Modern office methods, procedures, organization and equipment including automation hardware and software.
• Computer skills including applications for some of the following; Windows 2007, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power-Point, Microsoft Word.

Ability to:

• Work independently and efficiently.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public.
• Develop an annual work plan.
• Work a flexible schedule, as needed.
• Organize duties and determine priorities in order to meet assigned deadlines.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

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

Experience:

Two years working with volunteers in a non-profit or government entity.

Education:

The equivalent of the successful completion of twelfth grade including or supplemented by specialized classes in graphic arts, marketing or public relations.

License:

Valid California Driver’s License.