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 The City of Redwood City invites you to apply for the position of Body Worn Camera Program Manager.

• Please click on the job announcement file below to review the recruitment flyer.
• A complete application is required, including a written supplemental questionnaire.
• Submit your application online via CalOpps by 11:59 pm on August 24, 2021.
• Applications will be reviewed continuously as they are received.

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

The San Mateo County Sheriff's Office is seeking a management professional who has experience handling evidence and property in a government agency to join their diverse team as Sheriff’s Evidence and Property Manager.  
 
The County of San Mateo Sheriff’s Office is dedicated to protecting lives and property and is committed to providing the highest level of professional law enforcement and correctional services.   We pledge to promote public trust through fair and impartial policing and will treat all persons with dignity, compassion and respect. The County also provides a picturesque setting, combined with an incredible array of activities which truly represent the California lifestyle at its finest.  Bordered on the west by the majestic Pacific Ocean, to the north by San Francisco, to the east by the scenic San Francisco Bay, and the south by the heartland of the world-famous Silicon Valley, San Mateo County offers a wide range of economic opportunities, recreational pursuits and lifestyle opportunities.  
 
Under general direction from higher level management, the Evidence and Property Manager will plan, organize, direct and coordinate the Property and Evidence Bureau of the Sheriff’s Office (SMSO Property and Evidence Bureau); develop, implement and evaluate related goals, objectives, policies and procedures; consult and collaborate with County departments, employees, labor organizations, commissions, advisory boards and the public on relevant aspects of property and evidence; testify in court to verify the chain of custody of evidence; provide staff support to higher-level managers; and perform related duties as assigned.
 
The Property and Evidence Bureau consists of three units with approximately twenty staff members. The Property and Evidence Unit staff is responsible for the custody, release, destruction, and safekeeping of properties held by the Sheriff; the Case Disposition Unit staff is responsible for the research of case disposition and the authorization for disposal of evidence; the Digital Media Unit staff is responsible for the management of digital media, including body worn camera and in-car camera videos.
 
The ideal candidate:
 

• Is a highly organized professional with at least four years of evidence and property management experience in a law enforcement agency, including experience in accounting, auditing, and inventory control.
• Has excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Has the ability to foster teamwork, welcome new, creative ideas and appreciate differing opinions.
• Possesses a bachelor’s degree in the administration of justice, public administration, business, or comparable field.

Examples Of Duties:

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

• Plan, organize and direct the work of the Property and Evidence Bureau of the Sheriff’s Office including off-site property rooms.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of comprehensive property and evidence related functions and programs with a Countywide impact, including needs assessment, program design and planning, implementation, evaluation and enforcement.
• Coordinate activities of the bureau with other Sheriff’s Office divisions, County departments, and outside agencies.
• Write and review policies, procedures, methods, and goals relative to property and evidence; formulate, recommend and/or implement actions for improvement.
• Manage the custody and safekeeping of various types of property which have been recovered, found or are being held as evidence in connection with the prosecution of crimes.    
• Manage digital media, including body worn camera and in-car camera videos.
• Manage case disposition research, to include the review of court records, laboratory reports, and applicable laws to authorize release of property to rightful owners.
• Select, supervise and review the work of subordinate staff; evaluate employee performance and effectively recommend initial disciplinary action.
• Ensure training and development of assigned staff.
• Train staff office-wide on specific departmental and bureau policy and procedures.
• Testify in court to verify chain of custody records on property held as evidence.
• Oversee the destruction of nuisance weapons and illicit materials such as narcotics.
• Manage inventory control of department's fixed assets.
• Obtain equipment repair and replacement cost estimates; make recommendations for action and arrangements for repairs by county employees or outside vendors.
• Respond to questions, provide information and resolve complaints from law enforcement personnel, attorneys, representatives of various agencies and the public concerning the release, location and disposition of property, which often requires the use of judgment and interpretation of policies, procedures, laws and regulations.
• Prepare detailed and professional reports and other written communications, including policies and procedures, Board of Supervisor memos, executive summaries and statistical data.
• Represent the department in meeting with other County departments, the executive team, labor organizations, and other community organizations or committees.
• Maintain budget, operational and other statistical data and information, maintain various records, and prepare special and periodic reports.
• Review records of sales of handguns.
• Operate California Law Enforcement Teletype (CLETS) and National Crime Information Computer (NCIC) terminals.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

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:

Experience:  Four years of experience in a law enforcement or law administrative agency receiving, storing, releasing and inventorying property held for safekeeping and at least two years of experience as a supervisor.

Knowledge of:

• Property and evidence principles, practices, and procedures, including property/evidence management, record keeping, work planning and organization.
• Principles of personnel management, including recruitment, interviewing, selection, training, supervision, evaluation, motivation, discipline and staff development.
• County policies and procedures, including Civil Service Rules, collective bargaining agreements, department general orders, and pertinent state, federal, and local laws and codes. 
• Advanced principles and practices of management and organizational effectiveness, including planning, implementation, and evaluation of policies procedures, and practices.
• Techniques for proper receiving, storing, inventory, safeguarding and disposing of personal and other types of property and evidence.
• Principles and techniques for proper management of digital media, including body-worn camera and in-car camera videos.
• California Penal Code, Civil Code, Evidence Code, County ordinances and other applicable laws governing the retention or release of property and evidence, including the destruction of narcotics, evidence, and firearms.
• Industry trends relative to property and evidence handling and management.
• Policies, procedures and terminology related to the Sheriff’s Office.
• General characteristics and values of different types of equipment used in the Sheriff's Office including characteristics and handling of firearms.
• Computer systems and applications as used within the Sheriff’s Office.

Skill/Ability to:

• Read, explain, interpret and apply relevant policies, procedures, laws and regulations including court procedures and process of obtaining release of property.
• Select, supervise, train and evaluate assigned personnel.
• Prepare complex and detailed written reports, policies, procedures, contracts, memos and other correspondence.
• Analyze situations and problems accurately, identify alternative solutions, project consequence of proposed actions, and implement effective course of action in support of solution.
• Maintain complete and accurate records.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing; maintain clear and accurate records and reports.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, officials of public agencies, attorneys, property owners, the public and others contacted in course of performing assigned duties.
• Comprehend written material; interpret and apply County policies, labor contracts, and other relevant state, federal, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Exercise good judgment.
• Deal effectively and tactfully.
• Perform functions of the lower level classes in this series.

Other Requirement: Must successfully complete a thorough background investigation/security clearance prior to appointment.

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION

Anyone may apply. Responses to the supplemental questions on the application must be provided.  A resume or reference to a resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and the supplemental questions.

The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in County of San Mateo, 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 by the final filing date.
 
Tentative Recruitment Timeline:
Final Filing Date: August 30, 2021
Application Screening: Week of August 30, 2021
Panel Interviews: September 22 and/or 23, 2021
 

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.

County of San Mateo is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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Serve as a Lifeline... Become a Dispatcher with the City of Belmont Police Department!

The City of Belmont is currently recruiting for Entry-Level, Academy Graduate and Lateral candidates to fill current and future openings.

$84,250.20 to $102,406.00 Annually (Depending on experience)
 

Why Belmont?

We are a Department located in the heart of the San Francisco Peninsula and adjacent to the Silicon Valley. Our diverse team of men and women pride themselves on making a difference in the community and continuing the Department’s long standing “Tradition of Service”.

As a Dispatcher with the City of Belmont you will be a part of a team dedicated to providing community oriented law enforcement, crime prevention, public assistance and education.

The Position

Dispatchers play a vital role in the department by answering both emergency and non-emergency calls, dispatching units and providing information and assistance to the community. 

Dispatchers work twelve (12) hours shifts - with four (4) days off every other week.

The City of Brisbane is currently recruiting for a Communications & Digital Media Coordinator. Under the general supervision of the Communications Manager, organizes and implements communication actions, activities, and messaging in order to grow City-owned pages and leverage the power of social media; produces videos and readies them for sharing across all owned platforms, including the City’s website; maintains a content calendar to support strategic communications activities; and helps cultivate the City’s relationships with the residents of Brisbane.  A full classification description is available online at: www.brisbaneca.org/communications-coordinator.

POSITION:

This classification is distinguished from all other classes by its responsibility for the day-to-day operation of communications programs, and by its coordinating, supervisory, and administrative duties for the assigned program. The individual holding this position will work directly with Communications Manager to assist in the planning, development, implementation, and administration of the City's communication plan and communication strategies.

Examples of Duties (Illustrative Only):

• Creates, reviews, edits, and/or distributes innovative and diverse communications tools in print or digital form, which may include flyers, brochures, ads, newsletters, graphics, and videos to expand visibility and awareness of emerging issues, programs, priorities, and progress on community, City Council and organizational goals, initiatives, and accomplishments.
• Develops compelling stories, messages, and visuals through a variety of mediums including video that attract and engage a digital audience while following the City’s brand standards and communication style guidelines.
• Develops and executes editorial calendar for City-administered platforms and website.
• Customizes outreach content and medium to each population/initiative as appropriate to enhance civic engagement.
• Optimizes City-administered pages within each platform to increase the visibility of the City’s information and content.
• Provides visual enhancements of information and multimedia on the City’s website.
• Provides timely responses to residents’ and followers’ queries and comments.
• Monitors the City's social media performance; uses data to develop and optimize marketing communications strategies.
• Takes photos and videos for City-administered sites and publications; maintains archives.
• Assists with production of monthly print newsletter.
• Livestreams shorter City events.

QUALIFICATIONS:

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

Education: Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in communications, marketing, journalism, web design, or a closely related field.

Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in multi-media/marketing communications or a related field; or equivalent technical training, education, and/or experience.  Required experience to include content creation such as blogging, writing, and/or video, and photography.  Practical experience in social media marketing or search engine optimization is desired.  Additional experience in a professional or support capacity in a government department may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Licenses: Possession of a valid class C California driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.

Knowledge of:

• Techniques of effective, transparent, and timely communication and outreach.
• Structure and content of the English language, including spelling, punctuation, grammar, and rules of composition.
• Writing for digital platforms including web and social media.
• Photography and video techniques.
• Social media platforms and their respective participants (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Pinterest, YouTube, Twitter, etc.) and how they can be deployed in different scenarios.
• Social media best practices, content creation, online community engagement, and content management.
• Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment and software.
• Principles of outreach strategies and technologies, including social media and other web-based communication tools and technologies.
• Techniques for dealing effectively with the public and City staff, in person and over the telephone.

Skill to:

• Operate a variety of office equipment including computers and mobile equipment.
• Perform Word processing and database management with speed and accuracy.
• Work effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment, with time-sensitive situations and meet deadlines.

Ability to:

• Have a high attention to detail and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously while meeting project timelines.
• Respond to residents and address complaints/problems in a timely, accurate, courteous, respectful and friendly manner; understand the resident’s needs and provide information by focusing on the customer.
• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Draft concise copy that conveys intended voice and tone.
• Foster an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trust, and respect.
• Analyze situations quickly and objectively and determine proper course of action.
• Keep supervisor informed of all major issues and to recommend changes as appropriate.
• Work autonomously in developing and implementing communications plans and strategies.
• Attend evening meetings and/or work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Special Requirements: In addition to the regular work schedule, this position may be required to work evenings and weekends for meetings or in situations of emergency for communications response and media monitoring.

Spanish and/or Chinese bilingual skills (speaking and writing) are highly desirable.

Physical Demands: Must possess the mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer, and to travel to different sites or locations and move up to 20 pounds; vision to read printed materials and computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.

Work Location: The selected individual will be required to work onsite in the office with the possibility of hybrid telework once established in the position.

SALARY:

$34.37 – $36.08 – $37.89 – $39.78 – $41.77 per hour.  Appointments are generally made at the first step in this range.

BENEFITS:

This position is eligible for benefits under the General Employees Association Memorandum of Understanding.  Health benefits are offered through the CalPERS Health Program.  The City contributes to a flexible benefit plan towards the cost of several health plans offered, up to family coverage for Kaiser. City provides paid vision through VSP, dental through a self-insured reimbursement program, long-term disability and life insurance coverage through Voya Financial, and an Employee Assistance Program through MHN.  Retirement benefits are provided through CalPERS: 2%@60 for “Classic” members, 2%@62 for New (PEPRA) members (no participation in Social Security). The City will make a contribution of 1.5% to a Deferred Compensation 457 plan with additional matching available.  Flexible health reimbursement and dependent care spending accounts are also available.  Free commuter shuttle to and from BART and Caltrain.

LEAVE:

Vacation: 80 hours annually

Sick: 8 hours of sick leave accrued monthly

Holidays: 13 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays

Longevity: 40 hours after 15 years of full-time service

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Interested candidates must submit a completed on-line application at   www.calopps.org/brisbane/communications-coordinator.  Applications and supplemental documents must be received by FRIDAY, AUGUST 20, 2021 at 11:59PM.  Postmarks and faxes will not be accepted.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Please attach a PDF portfolio (examples of your work), or a link to your online portfolio.
2. If you don’t have the ability to complete #1 above, please create and attach an 8.5”x11” flyer, story, and Instagram post for the next Federal holiday, announcing City Hall’s closure for that day.

SELECTION PROCESS:

All applications, attachments and supplemental questionnaires received will be reviewed for minimum qualifications.  A fully completed employment application is required, including work history.  Resumes are strongly recommended but do not take the place of completing the required information requested on the application.  Do not put “see resume” in place of requested information.  Possession of minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement in the selection process.  A limited number of the most highly qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the examination process, which will consist of an oral panel interview (date TBD).

Candidates who successfully pass the examination process and placed on the Eligibility List may be selected by the hiring department to move forward in the process to the Department Head/Manager interview, who will make the final recommendation. Eligibility Lists are good for one year, unless abolished sooner.  After a mutual interest has been established, the final candidate must pass a fingerprint check submitted to the Department of Justice and a thorough background investigation with favorable results.

The City of Redwood City invites you to apply for the position of Management Fellow.

• Please click on the job announcement file below to review the recruitment flyer.
• A complete application is required, including a resume and a written supplemental questionnaire.
• Submit your application online via CalOpps by 11:59 pm on Thursday, August 19, 2021.
• Applications will be reviewed continuously as they are received.

The Management Fellowship Program is designed to attract top talent from graduate schools to commit to meaningful and value-driven work in local government. This program creates a channel into future leadership opportunities within local government. Primarily designed for recent postgraduate candidates as well as current Master's program students, this Fellowship is a limited term (two-year period) position beginning Fall 2021.

Candidates are encouraged to apply to all our Management Fellow positions that they are interested in. Please click here to view our current job opportunities.

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience.  The salary range for this classification is $98,862.40 - $121,742.40.  In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Crisis Intervention Training Manager classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay. 

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third-party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose’s website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers.

The Crisis Intervention Training Manager oversees the Crisis Intervention Training Program for the Police Department, which provides training on mental health-related topics to members of the San Jose Police Department and various groups within the Community. Effective crisis intervention training aims to render police officers more effective in defusing potentially dangerous interactions with mentally ill individuals. 

The duties include reviewing police reports pertaining to mental health, Welfare & Institutions code 5150 (5150 W&I), generated through patrol, which may require attention through County Mental Health Services, or department follow-up through Mobile Crisis Assessment Team (MCAT). This includes MCAT versadex handle for 5150 W&I reports. The Crisis Intervention Coordinator will interact daily with other agencies, regarding 5150 W&I, and officer safety concerns. This process will assist officers with safety, awareness, and the community with mental health support and stabilization. 

The duties and responsibilities for this position will continue to change as tasks come up for the betterment of the MCAT Unit and department.  This position can have various assignments related or unrelated to the position, requiring the coordination skills to adapt and help develop as the Unit evolves to its highest level of attainment. 

Under the direction of the Mobile Crisis Assessment Team Sergeants, the Crisis Intervention Coordinator is responsible for coordinating Department efforts toward crisis intervention and providing training to the Department and community members.  This position is responsible for the Crisis Intervention Training program, developing program content, coordinating training with outside vendors, and teaching various topics including Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Major Depression, Personality Disorder, Alzheimer’s disease, and Substance Abuse/Intoxication.  This position requires knowledge and understanding of Prop. 63 (Mental Health Services Act).

The incumbent also attends regular meetings with mental health professionals and mental health agencies in Santa Clara County.  These meetings include discussions of risk assessment between community (Bi-monthly mental health) members, and the San Jose Police Department (SJPD).  This will also require the incumbent to make presentations on various mental health topics which will include developing meaningful topics for meetings.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

Selection Process

The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process.  Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews, one of which may include a practical/writing exercise.

You will be prompted to answer the following job-specific questions during the online application process.  Please note that there is a 4,000-character limit, including spaces, for each text response. 

    1. Do you have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university?  If yes, what is the degree, major, and educational institution? 

    2. Are you currently working to obtain a license as a Mental Health Professional or any other licensure? 

    3. Do you have experience managing and providing mental health training and crisis management in the public safety environment? If so, please describe.

    4. Do you have experience with complex issue that you were responsible for solving? If so, please provide an example, the nature of the problem, the approach you used to determine the solution, and the results of your decision.

    5. Do you have experience in preventing a dangerous situation from becoming a potential crisis? If so, include a detailed description of the situation and the actions you took to rectify the problem.

    6. Do you have experience overseeing the development of major work products that require coordination amongst various individuals, departments, and/or outside agencies?  If so, please describe your level of involvement and nature of the project.

You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. 

If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Rose Lara at rose.lara@sanjoseca.gov

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

     Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third-party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose’s website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers.   

     The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience.  In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Analyst classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay.  

     Analyst I: $34.24-$41.63 hourly; $71,219.20-$86,590.40 annually

     Analyst II: $36.28-$44.09 hourly; $77,729.60-$94,452.80 annually

     The City of San José is creating the civic technology foundation that helps our community thrive every day. Do you have the skills and sense of service it takes? If so, this is an exciting opportunity in the Information Technology Department. The Analyst position is a full-time benefited regular position. This position reports directly to the Program Manager of the City Customer Contact Center (CCCC) and is a primary contributing member of the team. The Analyst performs and supports a variety of key reporting activities, as well as general personnel administration, throughout within the CCCC.  

     Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

     * Performance Analytics Preparation: work with the managers to develop appropriate analytical tools to track activity trends; prepare forecasts and interpret data and make recommendations based upon the information. 

     * Written Communication: responsible for preparing and editing various documents, reports, memos, and budget action requests. 

     * Performance Measure Data Collection: collect and maintain the department performance measure data to ensure accurate reporting. 

     * Providing training to call center staff, departmental staff and elected offices on protocols and practices related to customer service, call handling and entry of data into the City’s customer relationship management system.  

     * Supervision as needed. 

     * Acts as an escalation point of contact and backup for manager and staff. 

     * Providing phone application support, call-tree configuration updates and updates knowledge base articles for City call centers. 

     This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment. 

     Selection Process 

     The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews, one of which may include a practical/writing exercise.  

     You will be prompted to answer the following job-specific questions during the online application process.  Please note that there is a 4,000-character limit, including spaces, for each text response.    

     * Do you have any call center/customer service operational experience? If yes, please describe your experience and any applications you have used. 

     * Do you have experience developing, monitoring and analyzing performance analytics? If yes, describe your experience and any applications you have used. 

     * Do you have an experience managing priorities and staff in a high volume, multi-channeled environment? If yes, please describe your experience. 

     You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. In addition, please attach your resume as part of the application process. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Jun Kim at jun.kim@sanjoseca.gov.