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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 

The City of Redwood City invites you to apply for the position of Assistant City Attorney, which may be filled at a Senior Assistant City Attorney level depending on the candidate’s experience. This is an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals with a solid legal background to play a key role in providing important services for our City and community. We are a relatively small office of five full-time lawyers, and strive for a collaborative working style that fosters harmonious relationships both within the office and among internal clients and members of the public. 

• Please click on the job announcement file below to review the recruitment flyer.
• Applications will be reviewed continuously as they are received.
• This recruitment schedule was amended on May 27, 2021 to extend the Final Filing Date. This recruitment has been changed to “Continuous”.
• Apply immediately as selections may be made at any time within the process. The first round of oral board interviews is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, June 16, 2021.

A complete application is required,  including written responses to the supplemental questionnaire. In addition, your application must include the following three required materials:

1.        Resume

2.        Cover letter

3.       Short writing sample (1-3 pages preferred) where you were the primary author that provided legal advice to a client or to a more senior attorney in order to advise a client.

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)

This position is responsible for performing paralegal duties in connection with the Litigation Department requiring both sound judgment and good technical skills. These duties may include, but are not limited to drafting pleadings and discovery, preparing administrative records, responding to public record act requests, summarizing records and assisting attorneys with  management of  case files.

Depending upon qualifications, the successful candidate may be hired at the Legal Analyst I or Legal Analyst II level.  The annual salary range for a Legal Analyst I is  $71,219.20 to $86,590.40 and the annual salary range for a Legal Analyst II is  $77,729.60 to $94,452.80.

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

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this department.  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.

Are you a motivated, energetic, and creative individual interested in working for an organization making a difference for the people in your community? Are you interested in joining an agency developing cutting edge affordable housing policies and programs? The award-winning Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is seeking talented individuals to join us in making a difference with the people in our community. As one of the largest providers of affordable housing in the Bay Area, and a designated Moving To Work (MTW) agency, SCCHA is an independent local government agency that administers the federal Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program for approximately 19,000 households and manages more than 2,600 units of affordable housing in Santa Clara County.

SCCHA was designated a MTW agency in 2008, a distinction granted to less than 1% of the nation’s housing authorities. Since then, we have been creating innovative ways to increase housing options and self-sufficiency for Santa Clara County’s low-income residents while streamlining the administration of our housing programs.

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