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The Department of Public Works is seeking well-qualified candidates for the position of Utility Worker II.
 
Utility Workers perform a variety of manual tasks such as building and grounds maintenance; minor equipment repair; transportation of materials, supplies, or patients; and operation of the laundry services in a locked facility.
 
As part of their duties, Utilities Workers assist the skilled trade workers including painters, carpenters, and engineers.  Other duties include, but are not limited to: operating and maintaining equipment or hand tools used in the maintenance of buildings, grounds, and facilities; assembling, maintaining, and repairing equipment and furniture; providing complete custodial services to areas such as medical examination rooms, public restrooms, and lobbies; utilizing the assistance of and instructing inmates, clients, or other staff to perform work; ordering and receiving supplies, tools, and equipment; delivering supplies to appropriate areas; digging holes, cleaning-out gutters or storm drains, and disposing of debris; operating a car, van, or light delivery vehicle to transport materials or patients; operating and maintaining power tools, hand tools, and specialized equipment; and performing related duties as assigned.
 
The ideal candidate will be:

• Knowledgeable and able to assist skilled trade workers including painters, carpenters, and engineers
• Highly organized and able to work collaboratively with others
• Able to lead by example and demonstrate exceptional attendance, attitude, communication, safety practices, and appropriate workplace behavior
• An excellent driver with a good driving record and willing to help in picking up and delivering parts and supplies.

 
Some positions require candidates to complete an extensive security clearance package and undergo a thorough background check conducted by the County of San Mateo Sheriff's Office prior to hire.
 
NOTE: The hiring list generated from this recruitment may also be used to fill future vacancies.

 

 

 

 

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.

• A typical way to qualify is one year of experience providing building and facility maintenance and minor equipment repair.
   

Knowledge of:  

• Methods, materials, operations, tools, and practices used in moving, loading, arranging, and transporting materials, records, and supplies
• Methods, equipment, and practices used in moving, lifting, and transporting non-ambulatory patients
• Principles and techniques used in basic custodial services, building maintenance, and minor equipment repair
• Fixtures, building hardware, and equipment
• Safety regulations, precautions, and practices
• Methods, practices, and equipment used in the receipt, storage, handling, and ordering of materials and equipment
• Basic arithmetic

 

Skill/Ability to: 

• Follow safety practices
• Follow oral and written instructions
• Communicate effectively and tactfully with customers and others
• Make accurate estimates of time and materials required to perform the job
• Properly use and care for vehicles, tools, and equipment used in the job
• Instruct and direct the work of inmates and others in the performance of job duties
• Lift, carry, push, or move materials, supplies, or equipment up to 50 pounds
• Lift and move patients
• Climb ladders
• Walk or stand for long periods of time

 
Licensure/Certification:  Some positions may require either a class B or class C driver license or the equivalent.
 
Other Requirements:  Prior to hire, some positions require candidates to complete an extensive security clearance package and undergo a thorough background check conducted by the County of San Mateo Sheriff's Office.

 

 

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION

Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current employees of the County of San Mateo and the Superior Court of California in San Mateo County with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help/term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination. 
 
Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.
 
The examination process will consist of an Application Screening (weight: pass/fail) and a Performance Examination (weight: 100%). The application screening will be based solely on the applicants' application materials and responses to the supplemental questions. Because of this process, not all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are guaranteed advancement through the examination process. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.
 
Applications for this position will only be accepted online.  If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the 'Apply' button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply.
 
~TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE~
Application Deadline: August 5, 2021
Application Screening:  August 10, 2021
Performance Exam: August 31, 2021

 

 

The County of San Mateo is a diverse, inclusive workplace, where employees are valued and respected for their different perspectives, experiences, backgrounds, and contributions.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

 
Analyst: Chet Overstreet (07232021) (Utility Worker II - T063)

The Department of Public Works is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Wastewater Collection Worker I/II. 

Under general supervision, Wastewater Collection Workers perform a variety of semi-skilled and manual tasks in the operation and maintenance of sanitary sewer and storm drain systems and operate a variety of light construction equipment and wastewater system equipment.
 
In addition to possessing the knowledge, skills, and abilities expected of a Wastewater Collection Worker, the ideal candidate for this physically demanding position can work independently, take directions well, provide excellent customer service, utilize safety practices, and contribute as a team player.
 
The Department of Public Works is currently looking to fill three regular/permanent vacancies.

Please Note:  On July 23, 2021, the recruitment was changed to a continuous recruitment.  The Training and Experience Evaluation will be score starting on August 2, 2021.  Interviews will be scheduled as soon as possible after August 2, 2021.  

Wastewater Collection Worker I is the entry-level class in this series.  Initially, under close supervision, incumbents perform the more routine and less complex duties while receiving on-the-job training and gaining practical experience.  As experience is gained, there is greater independence of action within established guidelines. This class is flexibly staffed with Wastewater Collection Worker II and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency, which meet the qualification of the higher-level class. The annual salary range is $69,680 - $87,069

Wastewater Collection Worker II is the experienced journey level class in this series.  Under general supervision, incumbents independently perform the full range of duties.  The positions are characterized by the presence of fairly-clear guidelines from which to make decisions and the availability of supervision in non-routine circumstances.  Incumbents at this level should demonstrate a thorough knowledge of operations and procedures, the ability to independently accomplish day-to-day tasks under normal conditions, and the ability to instruct others.  The annual salary range is $79,290 - $99,029.
 
NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.

 

Examples of DutiesDuties may include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Perform field inspections of sanitary sewer lines. 
• Read and interpret sanitary sewer system and drainage system maps. 
• Calculate volume, weights and measures. 
• Work with basic arithmetic computations. 
• Read and interpret engineering and construction plans and specifications. 
• Perform closed-circuit television inspections of sanitary sewer lines. 
• Rod (using truck-mounted and hand-rodding equipment) and flush sanitary sewer and  system lines as part of the preventative maintenance activities or to remove obstructions. 
• Maintain accurate and complete records of work performed and system changes or modifications as determined. 
• Operate pumps to remove sewage from damaged or clogged lines, in response to sanitary sewer overflows, or when by-pass pumping is required. 
• Cut and refinish streets, sidewalks, and driveways; lay cement and asphalt. 
• Repair and reconstruct damaged sections of sanitary sewer lines.
• Be certified for confine space entry to inspect, repair, raise, adjust, and construct manholes. 
• Make minor repairs to pumps and other equipment. 
• Drive, operate, and monitor wastewater collection system and road maintenance equipment, including but not limited to ½ and 1-ton trucks, haul behind compressor, and walk-behind rollers. 
• Report maintenance issues of wastewater collection system and road maintenance and construction equipment.
• Respond effectively and appropriately to sanitary sewer overflows and backups. 
• Monitor tools and equipment to ensure they are maintained in good working order and inform supervisor when maintenance or replacement is required. 
• Operate light equipment used in trenching and pipe repair and replacement work including small tractors, light trucks, pumps, generators, compressors, forks, shoring equipment, and other tools. 
• Read domestic, commercial, and industrial water meters; compute water consumption since the previous reading. 
• Prepare clear and comprehensive reports such as, leaks in sewer mains, laterals, and manholes; courteously and effectively communicate to customers of lateral problems that require attention or repair. Receive, record, and respond to complaints; answer questions regarding complaints. 
• Required to participate  in an "on-call" rotation s once sufficiently trained and to be available to assist in emergencies outside of normal working hours. 
• Practice safety relating to public works projects.
• Perform related duties as assigned. 

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Licensure/Certification:
Wastewater Collection Worker I: 

• Possession of a class C California driver license or equivalent, AND
• The ability to obtain a Class B California driver license with both air brake and tank endorsements, AND 
• Grade I Collection System Maintenance Certification through California Water Environment Association's (CWEA) Technical Certification Program, within 18 months from the date of hire
   

Wastewater Collection Worker II:

• Possession of a class B California driver license with BOTH air brake and tank endorsements, AND
• Possession of a Grade II Collection System Maintenance Certification through the California Water Environment Association's (CWEA) Technical Certification Program

Education and Experience: 

• Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.

 
Knowledge of: 

• Methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the operation and maintenance of sanitary sewer and storm drain systems. 
• Operating light and medium duty trucks and road construction equipment and monitoring and reporting maintenance issues. 
• The proper use of hand tools including shovels, rakes, hoes, sewer maintenance tools, etc. 
• The proper use of power tools and light equipment including power saws, drills, air-powered tools, portable and stationary pumps, generators, compressors, vibratory rollers, motorized tampers, etc. 
• Methods and materials used in sewer and storm drain systems maintenance and repair. 
• Basic arithmetic. 
• County and CAL OSHA safety rules, procedures, and equipment.

Skill/Ability to: 

• Operate a variety of light construction equipment and wastewater system maintenance equipment, which may include combination truck (Vactor), flusher truck, rodder truck, dump truck, closed circuit television vehicle and equipment, and vacuum pumps. 
• Perform heavy manual labor, which requires strength, agility, and endurance. 
• Operate a wide variety of hand and power tools and equipment. 
• Learn new technologies, work methods, equipment, etc. 
• Work courteously and effectively with the public and with co-workers. 
• Remain calm and react effectively and appropriately in an emergency. 
• Follow oral and written instructions. 
• Bend, stand, and walk for extended periods of time. 
• Lift and carry heavy equipment and supplies used in the course of the work, such as jackhammers, pumps, piping, and paving materials. 
• Follow safety procedures, including traffic regulations to minimize injuries and accidents. 
• Take initiative to improve methods for performing preventative maintenance activities. 
• Analyze existing sewer systems to identify problem lines and offer suggestions for improved maintenance activities and efforts.

 

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION

Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help/term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination. 
 
Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form.  A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.  
 
The examination process will consist of a scored relevant Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E) (weight: pass/fail) based solely on the candidates' responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who achieve a passing score on the T & E will be invited to a Panel /Departmental Interview (weight: 100%).
 
Depending on the number of applications, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or a screening committee may select those applicants whose education and/or experience appear to best meet the needs of the position based solely on the information provided in the application documents. Because of this screening process, all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.
 
IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply.
 
 
~TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE~ 
Final Closing Date: Continuous
Training & Experience Evaluation Scoring: To begin August 2, 2021  
Combined Civil Service & Departmental Interviews: TBD

 

At the County of San Mateo, we welcome and celebrate the diversity of our employees, and strive to create a workplace where they feel valued every day. The County of San Mateo is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

 
Analyst: Chet Overstreet (07092021) (Wastewater Collection Worker I/II - N063/N064)

 

 

The City/County Association of Governments of San Mateo County (C/CAG), a Joint Powers Authority, is seeking qualified applicants for the position of C/CAG Program Director.
 
Under the direction of the Executive Director, the C/CAG Program Director plans, organizes, directs, and coordinates activities and programs related to transportation and mobility, balanced growth, and climate resiliency for the County.
 
Note: On July 14, 2021, this recruitment was changed to a continuous recruitment.  The recruitment will be open until the position is filled.  The first reading/screening of applications will begin on August 3, 2021.  We encourage you to apply for this exciting and important position before August 3 to be considered in the first round of application screenings and interviews.

This management position will:

• Provide technical and administrative support to the City/County Association of Governments of San Mateo County (C/CAG) on transportation and related issues.
• Coordinate projects with the cities and towns within San Mateo County and the County, as well as, outside agencies.
• Manage budgets related to all assigned projects and programs.
• Design standard work processes and office policies and procedures.
• Develop and execute C/CAG plans and objectives.
• Exercise leadership of diverse professional, technical, and clerical staff through subordinate management and/or supervisory personnel.
• Coordinate activities with all 21 local jurisdictions, as well as, other transportation agencies in the county, the Bay Area region, and the State.

IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will have five years of managerial experience ideally in the transportation or a related field, will have experience in city or regional planning, and will have familiarity with transportation policies.  The ideal candidate will also have experience with funding management and will have knowledge of governmental procurement principles and experience with contract negotiation, preparation, and administration. In addition, the ideal candidate will have knowledge of and experience with the state legislative process.
 
The successful candidate will be:

• A collaborator who can work effectively and positively with a variety of stakeholders.
• Quick and clear thinking, calm under pressure, and tactful in resolving issues.
• Approachable and politically astute with a management style that quickly fosters trust, loyalty, respect, commitment, and partnership from the community, county managers, and Regional / State / Federal agencies.
• A strong financial manager that also has the knowledge and ability to identify, pursue, and secure potential funding sources for C/CAG programs.
• An experienced manager with a sound understanding of the Metropolitan Transportation Commission, the Association of Bay Area Governments, the California Department of Transportation, Congestion Management Agencies, transportation programming, processes, and funding, and local land use and housing planning.
• An effective speaker to diverse audiences, including the Board, and professional, civic, legislative, and citizen groups.
• A relationship builder who can effectively represent C/CAG to other departments, agencies, public bodies, Regional/ State/ Federal agencies, and the California Legislature.

 
C/CAG
The City/County Association of Governments of San Mateo County (C/CAG) is a joint powers agency whose members include the County of San Mateo and the twenty (20) incorporated cities and towns within San Mateo County.  C/CAG is governed by a 21-member Board of Directors and is advised by nine standing committees.  C/CAG is the designated Congestion Management Agency (CMA) in San Mateo County, also known as the County Transportation Agency (CTA), the Airport Land Use Commission, and the Countywide Stormwater Pollution Prevention Program Manager.
 
C/CAG was initially formed to address common issues among members, to adopt and implement state mandated countywide plans and programs including Congestion Management, Airport Land Use Compatibility, and integrated solid waste management.  Over time, it has evolved to address several additional issues that affect the quality of life of the community, including transportation planning and sustainable communities, stormwater runoff, transportation/housing linkage, and climate change. C/CAG provides a unique forum for the cities and the County to collaborate on common issues and develop cost-effective solutions.
 
C/CAG serves the people of San Mateo County by partnering with state, regional, and local agencies and by building relationships with community-based organizations, non-profits, and advocacy organizations to understand community needs and challenges.
 
C/CAG responsibilities include the following functions and Countywide plans:

• Allocation of State and Federal transportation funds to cities, the County, and other agencies
• State Legislative Advocacy
• Congestion Management Plan
• Countywide Transportation Plan
• Countywide Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan
• Comprehensive Airport Land Use Compatibility Plans
• San Mateo Congestion Relief Plan
• Integrated Countywide Waste Management Plan Review
• Clean Air (TFCA) Expenditure Program for San Mateo County
• Stormwater Pollution Prevention Program
• Environmental/Transportation (Motor Vehicle Fees) Program
• San Mateo County Energy Watch

 

Examples of Duties:

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provide technical support and recommendations to the C/CAG Board in the formulation and implementation of transportation policy, funding, programming, planning, and projects.
• Act as staff liaison to C/CAG committees as assigned by the Executive Director.
• Provide technical support and analysis to the C/CAG Board on transportation-related issues including housing and land use.
• Work on assignments that are highly complex and sensitive in nature, where substantial judgment and initiative is essential.
• Procure, manage, direct, and monitor consultant services, including contract negotiation and invoice processing.
• Monitor and ensure effective internal controls are in place for projects and programs to ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Recruit, develop, supervise, and evaluate staff and ensure timeliness and quality of staff work products.
• Apply for and administer grants and manage grant-funded projects.
• Represent CCAG in federal, state, regional, and local transportation or housing-related task forces, work groups, and committees.
• Work in collaboration with C/CAG member agencies and partner agencies to ensure customer satisfaction, as well as, to represent C/CAG's best interests.
• Analyze transportation-related policies and proposed legislation, recommend positions to be taken by C/CAG and maintain liaison with officials in the legislative and other governmental offices to further C/CAG goals, objectives, and interests.
• Coordinate among C/CAG member agencies, the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC), the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG), the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), and the California Transportation Commission (CTC) regarding transportation projects, programming, and allocation of funds.
• Supporting major C/CAG projects and programs such as the C/CAG Smart Corridor, the San Mateo County Express Lanes Joint Powers Authority (SMCEL-JPA), and other major transportation programs of countywide significance.    
• Assist or represent the C/CAG Executive Director on the Executive Council for the SMCEL JPA.
• Provide staffing support to SMCEL JPA including, but not limited to, contract and procurement.
• Develop recommendations to the SMCEL JPA Board, coordinate with SMCTA staff and SMCEL JPA Policy/Program Manager, negotiate and/or coordinate with BAIFA, BATA, CHP, and Caltrans for maintenance and operation of express lanes.
• Assist the Executive Director in strategic planning and organization management and participate as a member of the senior management team in the development and implementation of organization-wide policies and programs that will contribute to its overall success.
• Oversee and participate in selecting, training, motivating, and evaluating personnel and contractors and recommend and implement personnel actions, such as promotions, transfers, discharges, and disciplinary measures.
• Administer and manage C/CAG funding programs such as Measure M funds, OneBayArea Grant (OBAG), Transportation Development Act (TDA) Article 3, Transportation Fund for Clean Air (TFCA), Lifeline Transportation program, State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP), as well as other federal, state, and regional-funded programs such as those authorized by SB1 and RM3 as they relate to C/CAG.
• Maintain and track program and project budgets, review accounting/financial reports from C/CAG Fiscal Agent and reconcile differences, and act as a direct liaison for financial audits on responsible programs/projects.
• Develop and recommend strategies and priorities on transportation, movement of people and goods, traffic congestion relief, and associated strategies as they relate to housing and land use.
• Develop and implement plans and programs such as PDA Investment and Growth Strategy, Countywide Transportation Plan, Congestion Management Program, Countywide Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan, and transportation maps and coordinate between the region and San Mateo County on the development and implementation of Plan Bay Area and associated activities.
• Coordinate with Bay Area County Transportation Agencies (BACTA) and regional and state agencies on the development and implementation of policies, programming, and project delivery.
• Assist member agencies on the programming and delivery of federal and state-funded projects.
• Create goals and strategies that support C/CAG's vision and management philosophy.
• Plan, direct, manage, and support C/CAG-sponsored and C/CAG-supported projects and work with  involved agencies and consultants to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of these projects.
• Coordinate with federal, state, regional, and local agencies to ensure compliance with pertinent administrative requirements.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

 

QUALFICIATIONS

Education and Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.

• A typical way to qualify is five years of increasingly responsible managerial experience preferably in the transportation field.

 
Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of public administration and program management, including planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Principles and practices of governmental procurement principles, and contract negotiation, preparation, and administration.
• Pertinent local, state, and federal laws, rules, regulations, and enforcement procedures.
• Practices and procedures as applied to the analysis and evaluation of programs, policies, and operational needs.
• Local and state legislative processes and the “key players” within those processes.
• Basic principles and practices of the County's operations and its administration and organization.
• Principles and practices of transportation planning or urban planning.

 
Skill/Ability to:

• Research, analyze, and make recommendations on administrative and management practices and procedures.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing and prepare comprehensive administrative, fiscal, and technical reports and correspondence.
• Represent C/CAG to other departments and agencies, and before public bodies.
• Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of performing assigned responsibilities.
• Integrate a variety of activities and services to achieve program goals, objectives, and priorities.
• Apply principles and techniques of community organization.
• Speak effectively to diverse audiences, including professional, civic, legislative, and citizen groups.
• Maintain cooperative working relationships with other agencies and staff.
• Prepare complex and detailed written reports, program policies and procedures, and contracts.
• Interpret policies, guidelines, and procedures.

 

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION

This is an open and continuous recruitment.  Anyone may apply.

Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to the regular County employment application form. Though a resume may be submitted, a resume will not be accepted as a substitute for completion of the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.
 
Application materials will be reviewed and applicants whose education and experience appear to best meet the needs of the position will be contacted by C/CAG for an interview with the hiring executive.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.
 
IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button.  If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.
 
Final Filing Date: Open until filled 
Application Screening: Beginning August 3, 2021
Departmental Interviews (tentative): Beginning Week of August 16, 2021

 

This is a continuous recruitment and will remain open until the position is filled.  The position could be filled at any time.  We encourage to apply immediately so as not to miss out on this exciting career opportunity.
 

At the County of San Mateo, we take pride in the way our employees bring together their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to serve our community's needs. The County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

 
Analyst: Chet Overstreet (07092021) C/CAG Program Director (B163)

THE OPPORTUNITY

The City of Pacifica is a beautiful coastal community, just south of San Francisco with an exciting opportunity. We are currently hiring for a Maintenance Worker II to join our team. Under general supervision, this position will perform semi-skilled maintenance and repairs of City streets, sanitary sewers, storm drains, park and recreation landscaped areas, and other related work.  

 

At the City of Pacifica, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. To us, equal opportunity employment is not just about compliance, it’s about who you are, how you can help our City and who you want to be. At the City of Pacifica, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and residents.

 

If interested, we invite you to explore this opportunity with us, please note, recruitment closes on August 10, 2021 by 5:00 PDT, so apply today!

 

BASIC EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Supervises a small crew and participates in the construction, maintenance and repair of streets, curbs, gutters, sewers, storm drains, catch basins, barricades, sidewalks, parks, landscaped areas, and recreation equipment and facilities;

• Operates and makes minor repairs and adjustments to heavy power-driven equipment; constructs forms for and does cement work;

• Does occasional brick work and building construction and maintenance work; builds retaining walls;

• Supervises and performs slide control planting, creek bed clean out, park landscape planting and maintenance, including irrigation; athletic field maintenance; use of herbicides.

The duties described in this job announcement are intended only as illustrations of the basic 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 the position. 

Applications are being accepted for the position of Preschool Teacher I/II with the City of South San Francisco. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: AUGUST 13, 2021 AT 5:00 P.M. OR UPON RECEIPT OF THE FIRST 50 ONLINE APPLICATIONS, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.

THE CITY OFFERS AN ATTRACTIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE, AS WELL AS CALPERS RETIREMENT PLAN AND SOCIAL SECURITY PARTICIPATION.

The City of South San Francisco is a General Law city with a population of 68,000 residents that grows to 110,000 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, including 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.  The City has a Council-City Manager form of government with more than 460 full-time regular employees.

The City of South San Francisco proudly remains The Industrial City, a reflection of its steel mill and ship building past.  In recent years, the City has been redefined to reflect the innovative, entrepreneurial and industrious spirit, which has made South San Francisco the Biotech Capital of the World.

South San Francisco’s biotechnology cluster is the largest in the world, with roughly 45,000 life science workers, 200 biotech companies, and over 12 million square feet of office/R&D facilities – with an additional 9 million square feet of new R&D facilities in the development pipeline. 

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 Parks and Recreation Department is the third largest department in the City and is organized by program area, with each program administered by a supervisor, coordinator, or specialist. The Parks and Recreation Department is composed of a Director and 22 full-time management positions. The department is comprised of the Recreation, Community Services, Parks, Facilities and Common Greens divisions.

The Recreation Division consists of seven program areas, including Aquatics, Classes, Cultural Arts, Childcare, Senior Services, Sports and Rentals. The Child Care Program Area includes three preschools for children 2.5 to 5 years; four licensed after school recreation programs for school-age children Kindergarten-12 years; two grant funded ASES programs (REAL Program) designed for academic support for school age children Kindergarten–12 years old; Summer, Spring and Winter camps for children kindergarten through 12 years old; TEEN camp in Summer; Full of Fun Camp and Nights of Fun.

THE POSITION  

The Preschool Teacher will direct, plan, develop, and implement an educational program that provides for the full intellectual and social development of each child.  This journey-level classification is distinguished from the next higher level in that this classification has sites and few administrative and coordinative responsibilities.

Incumbents daily have direct contact with the children and parents.  Incumbents must perform in accordance with specific instructions and are reviewed for compliance with State of California requirements.

Depending on the level of experience, the vacancy will be filled as either a Preschool Teacher I or Preschool Teacher II. 

The City of Redwood City invites you to apply for the position of Engineering Intern .

• Please click on the job announcement file below to review the recruitment flyer.
• This is a non-benefited casual position. 

• A complete application is required. 

• Apply immediately as selections may be made at any time within the process. Applications will be reviewed continuously as they are received.

 

Why join the Redwood City team?    

We offer a wide range of meaningful career opportunities with potential for growth, training and development, competitive salaries, and flexible work schedules. The Redwood City team is guided by the core values of excellence, integrity, service and creativity.  Inherent in these values is a great organizational culture based on trust, strong and supportive leadership, respect, risk-taking, empowerment, and effective communication. The community is known for its inclusivity, strong engaged neighborhoods, and civic pride. The City works diligently to maintain positive and productive relationships with community partners, together providing outstanding services, programs and opportunities for residents and businesses. This mix of tradition and progress, community and diversity, makes Redwood City an extraordinary place to work and call home. If you’re looking to grow your career as a part of a hard-working and fun team that fosters innovation, creativity and collaboration, we hope you’ll apply. 

Please click on the PDF link below to review the complete job announcement.

 

 

The Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo is seeking qualified candidates for multiple full-time Court Reporter positions. The court's mission is to apply the law fairly to protect individual freedom and to promote the welfare of the people. Join us in meeting our goal of continuing to find innovative ways to conduct business and provide essential court services to our community. Apply today!

Court Reporters stenotype a verbatim record of courtroom proceedings and provide general support to the assigned judge related to the official record. Court Reporters work in any court department, including but not limited to, arraignment calendars, family law, civil and criminal trials, law and motion, juvenile, and preliminary hearings, in any of the court's three locations throughout San Mateo County.

The ideal candidate for the Court Reporter position has experience transcribing a full range of courtroom proceedings, is familiar with real time reporting, and possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Certification and/or experience with real time reporting is highly desired. The Court offers differential pay of 10% for employees with real time state certification or 5% for real time court certification.

Please visit http://www.sanmateocourt.org/ for more information on our organization.

NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help and regular classified vacancies.

 

Examples of Duties:

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Attend courtroom sessions to record court proceedings
• Prepare verbatim transcripts of court proceedings including testimony, objections, rulings, pleas, and sentences
• Read aloud Court reporting notes at the request of the Court
• Certify the accuracy of Court transcripts
• Prepare indexes of witnesses and exhibits and file official transcripts with the Court
• Operate a variety of office equipment including computers and printers
• Respond to requests and inquiries from litigants
• Perform related duties as assigned

 

Qualifications

Licensure/Certification: 

• Valid Certified Shorthand Reporter License issued by the State of California.

Education and Experience: 

• Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying.

Knowledge of: 

• Methods and techniques of courtroom procedures
• Laws, regulations, and judicial procedures related to court reporting
• Legal, medical, professional, and technical terminology used in a courtroom setting
• Records management practices and procedures, including indexing and cross-indexing
• Correct English usage, including grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Principles and techniques for dealing with the public, often when relations may be strained

Skill/Ability to:

• Transcribe a full range of courtroom proceedings
• Operate courtroom stenotype equipment
• Use standard office equipment, such as a personal or on-line computer
• Organize and prioritize work, meet critical time deadlines, and coordinate multiple activities
• Deal tactfully and effectively with a variety of individuals
• Exercise initiative and sound independent judgment within established guidelines
• Organize and maintain accurate files and records
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions

 

Application/Examination

Anyone may apply. This recruitment is being conducted by the County of San Mateo for the Superior Court of California, San Mateo County.  This position is with the Superior Court of California, San Mateo County.

Responses to the Training and Experience Evaluation supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.

The examination process will consist of a scored relevant Training and Experience (T&E) evaluation based solely on the candidates' responses to the supplemental questions (weight: 100%). Candidates who receive a passing score on the T&E evaluation will be placed on an eligible list in rank order, determined by the score attained from the evaluation of the training and experience. The top candidates from the eligible list will be forwarded to the hiring department for an interview, which is the basis for final selection.

Because of this screening process, applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement to the next phase of the examination process. Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.

NOTE: The detailed information you provide in the supplemental questionnaire should be consistent with the information in your standard County application and resume. All information provided is subject to verification.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply.

Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

Recruitment Schedule: This is a continuous recruitment.  As applications are received they will be reviewed and the Training and Experience Evaluation will be scored. 

Interviews will be scheduled for those candidates who pass the Training and Experience Evaluation with high scores, indicating strong qualifications for the position.  Because this is a continuous recruitment these positions could be filled at any time.  We encourage to apply immediately in order to be considered for these excellent opportunities. 
 
The Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage applications from candidates who will contribute to our diversity.

Please Note: The County is conducting this recruitment for the Superior Court.  This position is with the Superior Court of California. 

Analyst: Chet Overstreet (02092021) (Court Reporter - X064)