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The San Mateo County Libraries seeks an experienced, reliable, and motivated Communications Specialist to join our Library Communications Team.

The successful candidate is an enthusiastic team player who is able to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Reporting to the Communications Manager the Communication Specialist will plan, organize, and coordinate public and internal communications activities for San Mateo County Libraries. The Communication Specialist is expected to be a strategic thinker who develops and executes integrated communications, media and marketing plans for the library system- leveraging multi-communication channels (traditional and online), promotional materials such as, but not limited to, library signage/collateral, web content, press releases and fact sheets- with the goal of advancing outreach and library engagement to community stakeholders and library users.

Under the supervision of the Communications Manager, the Communications Specialist will provide support to the libraries by ensuring the system’s branding strategy and guidelines are adhered to across all libraries and divisions, and may occasionally serve as a media relations contact/spokesperson for the libraries. The individual selected for this position should possess excellent organizational skills, work well under pressure and be capable of performing under fast deadlines to support key messaging, design and branding needs.

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

• Create, develop, distribute and maintain library print and digital assets (e.g., brochures, reports, website, social media, and website) via multiple channels.
• Support the management of all digital and print marketing channels (e.g. digital asset management system, website, blogs, newsletters, social media, flyer creation) to ensure brand consistency.
• Provide copywriting and editing support to the libraries’ print and digital platforms.  
• Develop and implement communication/marketing strategies that include design work, patron messaging, and social media content creation. Adhere to the company’s style guide, ensuring that libraries produce high-quality designed collateral and error-free copy. 
• Under the direction of the Communications Manager, research, design and draft press releases, media pitches and responses, content for library system initiatives, infographics, blogs, library signage, newsletters and internal messaging. 
• Support media relations by serving as a media contact, as needed. Research and draft talking points, occasionally answer reporter inquiries, create content for executive speeches, op-eds, etc.
• Arrange, coordinate and support library events and programs in a virtual and in-person setting. 
• Support and evaluate results of communication campaigns with the team.
   

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 a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in mass media communication, marketing, public relations, journalism, business or public administration or a closely related field; AND four years of professional experience with responsibility for public relations, media relations, communications, marketing or a closely related field and directly involved in the preparation and dissemination of information to the general public and press.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Plan, organize, and coordinate comprehensive communications programs to meet library needs, values and priorities. 
• Strategically develop programs and tools to increase and maintain public awareness of library programs, services and achievements. 
• Principles and practices of effective public communication, media relations and marketing.
• Techniques of effective interviewing, copy writing, layout, editing, and multimedia productions.
• Principles and practices of government and public libraries.
• Information dissemination techniques and methods.
• Strategically develop programs and tools to increase and maintain public awareness of department programs, services and achievements.
• Write and edit effective press releases, articles, speeches, scripts and other correspondence.
• Produce accurate information and meet deadlines.
• Maintain cooperative working relationships with other program managers and staff, other agencies and the community.
• Enlist and mobilize community support for programs.
• Prepare complex and detailed written reports, program policies, procedures and contracts.
• Principles of effective written communication.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Strong analytic and research skills.
• Creativity, curiosity, and a sense of humor.

~ TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE ~ 
Final Filing Date: June 30, 2021
Application Screening: July 12 - 13, 2021
Panel Interviews: July 26 and/or 27, 2021

A completed application packet will include the following: 

1. Completed application 
2. Cover letter expressing the following: 
   1. Your interest in the position; 
   2. Why you desire to work for San Mateo County Libraries; and 
   3. Why you believe your skills and experience meet our qualifications. 
3. Resume 
4. Responses to the supplemental questionnaire 

Do you thrive doing thought-provoking and challenging engineering work? Are you seeking a role to take on new and exciting projects that offer the opportunity to improve the community? Are you interested in joining a team of dedicated and talented professionals? If so, apply to join the Menlo Park team and become part of a dynamic organization!

The City of Menlo Park is recruiting for engineers to help our organization better serve the community and improve the City’s infrastructure. The engineering job family (junior, assistant and associate engineers) provides an excellent opportunity to gain technical and project management skills and experience. As a small city, our engineers have the opportunity to work closely with a team on a variety projects and subject areas.

As part of the recruitment, the City will evaluate candidate interests, experiences and education for potential assignments in the engineering and transportation divisions, as described below.

There are 3 sections in engineering: land development, utilities and capital improvement program.

In land development, the team’s primary functions are to review private development applications to ensure compliance with city and regional requirements and to manage construction by third-party permittees in the city’s right of way. An engineer in this team could expect to review project plans and permits to support these functions and to coordinate closely with the City’s planning and building divisions, other city engineering functions, utility engineers and contractors. The successful candidate will have technical engineering skills and project management capabilities to complete timely plan reviews and the ability to communicate proactively with other city departments, developers and contractors.

In utilities, the team’s primary functions are to ensure safe drinking water is delivered to Menlo Park Municipal Water customers, manage a now-closed landfill at Bedwell-Bayfront Park, collaborate regionally on climate change adaptability and resiliency efforts, and oversee the city’s storm drainage programs. An engineer in this team could expect to develop and oversee water capital projects such as water main replacements, reservoir maintenance, and emergency water supply system improvements; manage the landfill leachate collection system; and/or manage grants and coordinate with neighboring cities and partner agencies on sea level rise protection projects. 

In the capital improvement program, the team’s primary function is to deliver new and maintenance infrastructure projects for streets, city buildings, environmental programs, and parks & recreational opportunities. An engineer in this team could expect to work on or manage a variety of capital projects, develop design plans and specifications, manage consultants, and oversee projects through construction. A customer service attitude is critical in this team to work with stakeholders for each project – whether community members, local business owners, or staff in other city departments who manage city buildings, parks and facilities.

 For all job descriptions, including examples of typical job functions and qualifying knowledge, skills, and abilities, please clicking on the Job Description link.

The City of Burlingame is accepting applications for the position of Administrative Assistant I in the Engineering Division of the Public Works Department

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 for more information about why employees love  working here or view our City of Burlingame is a Great Place to Work Video: 

Welcome Brochure 

City of Burlingame is a Great Place to Work Video

For more detailed information regarding the minimum qualifications and essential functions of the position, please review the Administrative Assistant I job description.

Assistant Engineer

$7,881 - $9,580 / month

Associate Civil Engineer

$8,689 - $10,562 / month

Position may be filled at either level, depending on experience and qualifications.  

The Assistant/Associate Civil Engineer performs engineering work on the following types of capital improvement projects:  buildings, parks, levee, stormwater systems, lagoon, streets, traffic signals, water distribution systems and wastewater collection systems.   

Candidates with experience with transportation/traffic engineering are highly desirable.  Candidates with experience independently managing the design and construction of capital improvement projects are highly desirable.  Candidates with AutoCAD experience are desirable.

ASSISTANT ENGINEER

The Assistant Engineer performs journey level engineering work in the design, construction, and inspection of a variety of public works projects.  The Assistant Engineer serves as project managers for assigned projects and provides a variety of engineering support services including plan checking.  The Assistant Engineer will work under the supervision of more experienced engineers. 

A complete job description for the position of Assistant Engineer may be found here.

ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER

The Associate Civil Engineer performs professional engineering work and project management on a variety of public works projects.  The Associate Civil Engineer will perform duties independently with supervision, as required or needed.  The Associate Civil Engineer exercises supervision over lower-level staff and manages major program areas in the Engineering Division.

A complete job description for the position of Associate Civil Engineer may be found here.

IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Managing capital improvement projects:  Management of a capital improvement project may include preparing requests for proposals for professional engineering, architectural, and/or specialty inspection services; selecting consultants and negotiating professional service agreements; administering professional engineering, architectural, and/or specialty inspection agreements including reviewing and commenting on work product; assisting with the bidding and awarding of construction contracts; administering construction contracts; inspecting construction work for conformance with the construction contract documents; facilitating problem resolution, negotiating and preparing contract change orders; authorizing payment for services rendered; ensuring accurate as-built record of projects; coordinating warranty inspections; training of operation and maintenance programs related to new facilities; and closing out capital improvement projects.

• Preparing and/or coordinating the preparation of construction contract documents (plans and specifications) and cost estimates for smaller capital improvement projects, such as, street rehabilitation projects. 

• Determining applicable codes, regulations, and requirements for assigned projects.

• Preparing staff reports and resolutions to obtain approval and/or authorization from the City Council.

• Preparing memoranda, reports, and presentations to Traffic Review Committee, City Council, and other bodies.

• Reviewing and commenting on building permit applications and proposed land development projects for compliance with codes, regulations, standards, and compliance with approved City Master plans. Evaluating transportation, traffic and other public works related impacts related to private projects.

• Supervising subdivision plan checking for conformance to City Standards

• Coordinating the preparation of traffic, utility and other studies and reports.

• Monitoring the City’s advanced traffic management system; administering traffic signal and streetlight maintenance contract, including coordinating repairs and USA tickets/markings; and reviewing transportation and traffic engineering areas of land development projects.

• Providing customer service by addressing and/or responding to inquiries or concerns relative to engineering policies and procedures on specific projects and other information from the public, other City departments, and other agencies.

• Coordinating projects with other departmental sections or teams, consultants, developers, property owners, County officials, State and Federal agencies and other officials to resolve problems.

• Preparing and administering grant applications.

• Preparing forecasts and developing/monitoring operating and capital improvement project budgets. Identifying potential funding alternatives and recommending program planning criteria and priorities for inclusion in the budget planning process.

• Mentoring, training, assisting and evaluating less experienced engineers, technical and clerical support staff.

• Updating the City’s GIS system.

SELECTION PROCEDURE: 

A limited number of the most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. The recruitment process may consist of any of the following components: application review, written exam, physical/performance test and oral board interview. The Employment List will consist of candidates that successfully complete the recruitment process.  A departmental interview will be scheduled to fill the current vacancy following the establishment of the Employment List. This list will be in effect for at least one year.

BENEFITS:

The City of Foster City provides a superior benefits program which includes: 12 paid holidays per year; sick leave; vacation leave; administrative leave; participation in the California Public Employees Retirement System in the 2% @ 62 retirement plan (some individuals may be eligible to participate in a different CalPERS retirement benefit (2.7% @ 55) dependent upon prior CalPERS service); voluntary 401(a) program; voluntary 457(b) deferred compensation program; flexible benefits program including health, dental, vision, and medical/dependent care reimbursement accounts; VEBA program (tax deferred health benefit program); optional 9/80 work schedule; long-term disability insurance; and life insurance.

Supplemental Questionnaire:

1. Please describe your experience managing and administering capital improvement projects from project inception to completion.  Include your experience preparing contract change orders, and/or performing construction inspections of work.

2. Please describe your experience preparing construction contract documents and/or reviewing construction contract documents prepared by consultants.  Please describe your experience using AutoCAD, if any.

3. Please describe your experience preparing and/or reviewing plans for land development projects.

4. Please describe your transportation and traffic engineering experience related to operating and maintaining traffic signal systems.  Please describe your experience with capital improvement projects for traffic signal and/or traffic signal system upgrades.

Applications are being accepted for the position of Paramedic/Firefighter - Lateral Transfer with the City of South San Francisco. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: JULY 12, 2021 AT 5:00 P.M. OR UPON RECEIPT OF THE FIRST 100 ONLINE APPLICATIONS, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.

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, 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.  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 Fire Department operates five (5) fire stations throughout the City which are staffed 24-hours per day, plus an Emergency Operations Center and Fire Training Tower. Two fire stations have paramedic ambulances. The City of South San Francisco is the only Fire Department in San Mateo County providing its own paramedic transport services. The Paramedic ambulances respond to medical emergencies, as well as structure fires and other hazardous incidents. The department cross-staffs a Type I/Heavy Urban Search and Rescue, an OES Type VI Engine, and a Rescue Boat.  The City is replacing and expanding two (2) of the existing fire stations, modernizing and relocating the facilities to better serve the public.

MISSION STATEMENT

The South San Francisco Fire Department exists to protect the members of our residential and business communities, our neighbors and visitors, their property, and environment.  We will work to prevent injury and damage through education, fire prevention and to respond to the impact of fire, medical emergencies, natural and human-caused disasters, and release of hazardous materials. 

THE POSITION

An eligible employment list will be created for the position of Paramedic/Firefighter and will be used to fill current and future vacancies. This classification encompasses the full range of firefighter duties and Paramedic Ambulance Transport Services. Incumbents currently work a 2/4 work schedule with a 24-day work cycle (2/24 hour shifts with 4 days off). Training is provided to protect life, property, and the environment from the risks of fire, explosion, and hazardous materials. 

THE DUTIES

Incumbents perform paramedic ambulance transport services, engage in medical aid, firefighting, and all other suppression and prevention activities to protect life and property; drive, operate, and maintain fire apparatus and equipment; assist and participate in training, inspections, and related fire prevention and public education activities. 

Assistant Engineer (FLSA Non-Exempt) – This is the entry level in the professional engineering series.

Positions in this class possess the applicable educational and training background required of classes in the professional engineering series, yet typically lack the full range of practical work experience. The Assistant Engineer class is distinguished from the Associate Engineer by the performance of less than the full range of duties as assigned to the journey level class within this series as well as the fact that it is not required that the Assistant Engineer possess an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification. This class may continue to be used as a training class in that incumbent may have only limited related work experience. Incumbents work under direct supervision while learning job tasks and under general supervision as experience and skill levels increase. Once learned, incumbents are expected to operate more independently. Receives general supervision from the Public Works Director/City Engineer, and may receive functional or technical supervision from other higher-level department staff.

About the Town

Los Altos Hills is primarily a residential community of approximately 8,000 residents within an 8.6 square mile area. An additional 5.8 square mile area of unincorporated land adjacent to the Town’s boundaries are within Los Altos Hills’ “sphere of influence.” The Town is home to Foothill Community College. The Town Hall was constructed in 2005 and provides a comfortable and modern work environment. The Town Hall is also within a short walking distance to charming downtown Los Altos. Town residents are known for their spirit of community volunteerism and are encouraged to become active in Town governance, serve on Town committees and to participate in local events. This inclusive, open style of governance is embraced by the citizens and is part of what makes Los Altos Hills a unique and progressive town.

The Town organization includes a staff of 23 FTEs within the departments of Administrative Services, Engineering, Planning, Public Works, Parks & Recreation and the City Clerk. Law enforcement services are contracted with the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Department and the Los Altos Hills County Fire District provides fire protection. The Town has been well managed over time and the resulting fiscal stability and continuity of staff is impressive.  The City Manager has been with the Town since 1999. 

Associate Civil Engineer

Filing Deadline:  Continuous

Annual Salary:  $99,384 — $121,956

For those who desire a challenge and working in a dynamic environment in an urban setting, the City of San Bruno Public Works Department is a progressive organization offering a unique career opportunity.

The City of San Bruno is seeking an Associate Civil Engineer with a strong focus on CIP Project Management. The Associate Civil Engineer performs complex engineering work in the provision of office and engineering support and field engineering support for environmental, water, sewer, street, and other Public Works projects and programs, ensuring technical competence and compliance with all current codes and criteria. In an effort to renew San Bruno's aging infrastructure, the successful candidate will also be taking part in the development and implementation of an aggressive capital improvement program.

Other duties may include determining codes, regulations, and requirements; coordinating the development of engineering plans; providing project management for municipal public works projects; reviewing construction bids;  administering grant applications; responding to public inquiries; assisting in survey work; administering permits for utility, street use, and franchise; and providing engineering support for other City departments.

The ideal Associate Engineer candidate will possess the following:   

• A minimum of three (3) years of responsible civil engineering experience performing duties comparable to an Assistant Civil Engineer
• Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university with a degree in civil engineering or a closely related field
• Municipal or related consultant experience highly desirable
• Possession and maintenance of a valid registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California, or possess Professional Engineer Registration in another state with the ability to obtain California registration within six (6) months
• Advanced knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices and methods as applicable to a municipal setting. 

In addition, candidates will have a successful track record of the following:

• Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical, functional, and/or professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise; leveraging expert knowledge to accomplish results.
• Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment (e.g., people, processes, structure, or culture); adjusting effectively to change by exploring the benefits, trying new approaches, and collaborating with others to make the change successful.
• Actively identifying new areas for learning; regularly creating and taking advantage of learning opportunities; using newly gained knowledge and skill on the job and learning through their application.
• Conveying information and ideas clearly and concisely to individuals or groups in an engaging manner that helps them understand and retain the message; listening actively to others.
• Placing a high priority on the internal and external customer’s perspective when making decisions and taking action; implementing service practices that meet the customers’ and own organization’s needs.
• Establishing an action plan for self and others to complete work efficiently and on time by setting priorities, establishing timelines, and leveraging resources.
• Taking prompt action to accomplish work goals; taking action to achieve results beyond what is required; being proactive.
• Maintaining stable performance under pressure or opposition (e.g., experiencing time pressure, conflict, or job ambiguity); handling stress in a manner that is acceptable to others and to the organization.

This recruitment is being conducted to fill one Associate Engineer vacancy and may be used to fill future full-time vacancies as they occur during the active status of the employment list.  For a full, detailed class specification, click HERE.

Check out our excellent benefits!

• CalPERS retirement formula of 2.7% @ 55 for classic members or 2% @ 62 for new members
• 80 hours management leave annually with an annual option to cash out
• Annual accruals of 10-23 vacation days based on years of service, 14.5 holidays and 12 sick days
• $500 personal and professional reimbursement annually
• Opportunity for bilingual incentive pay up to 2.5%
• Matching deferred compensation contribution of 0.5% of salary
• Medical, dental and vision benefits provided with employee contribution
• Life Insurance equal to one year’s annual salary provided at no cost
• Long-term disability insurance provided at no cost
• Home loan assistance program
• Section 125 Flexible Benefit Plan
• Tuition reimbursement

How to Apply

Applications may be submitted online at www.calopps.org. The City of San Bruno utilizes a merit-based selection system. Such a system is competitive and based on broad outreach efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to take part in a process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position.

What happens next?

• We will review your application and all supplemental materials to select the best qualified applicants to continue in the process. Screening will include a review of minimum qualifications, application appraisal rating of education, training and experience and relevance of background qualifications related to the target job as well as supplemental questions if applicable.
• Applicants selected to move forward in the process may be asked to participate in any combination of the following (at any phase of the selection process): a written examination, job related exercise, physical test or job simulation, phone interview, in-person or video interview(s), and/or web-based testing.
• The final phase of the selection process is the probationary period, which in most cases is one year, depending on your classification.

Reasonable Accommodations: The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices. 

The City of San Bruno Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the selection process to accommodate disabled applicants. Individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation in the process must inform the Human Resources Department by the final filing date by emailing hr@sanbruno.ca.gov.