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Suisun City is a progressive and proactive law enforcement agency situated in the heart of Solano County. As a result of its proximity to neighboring jurisdictions, the men and women of the Suisun City Police Department remain extremely busy as they address the needs of the community. Candidates interested in testing for the position of Police Officer with the Suisun City Police Department must be prepared to take on the challenges of a fast paced work environment.

THE POSITION

Under general supervision of a Police Sergeant or other supervisory/management staff, a Suisun City Police Officer performs a variety of duties related to the protection of public health, safety, and welfare and the enforcement of applicable federal, state, and local laws; provides traffic enforcement and control; and carries out special assignments in a particular phase of police work.

The Police Officer is an entry/journey level class responsible for performance of the full scope of assigned law enforcement duties and responsibilities. New incumbents may have limited related experience, but are expected to learn the full range of duties and responsibilities, perform duties with minimal direct supervision, and exercise sound judgment and discretion in making decisions.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Patrols assigned areas of the City to preserve law and order, discover and prevent commission of crimes, and enforces traffic and other laws and ordinances; maintains awareness of and remains alert for wanted suspects, known criminals, stolen vehicles, missing persons, traffic violators, and crimes in progress; makes arrests; issues warnings and citations.
• Responds to calls for the protection of life and property, the enforcement of laws and ordinances, general public service calls, and complaints, including those involving automobile accidents, traffic hazards, misdemeanor and felony incidents, domestic disturbances, health code and local ordinance violations, property control, civil complaints, and related incidents; responds to and provides assistance at a variety of public service type calls that are non-criminal in nature.
• Conducts initial and follow-up investigations at scenes of incidents to which summoned or incidents observed; determines what, if any crime has been committed; collects, preserves, processes, photographs, and books evidence; locates and interviews victims and witnesses; identifies and interrogates suspects.
• Prepares and serves search and arrest warrants; apprehends and arrests offenders for crimes committed under federal, state, and local laws and codes; controls and mitigates people under the influence of drugs or alcohol or other potentially hostile situations.
• Directs traffic at special events or emergency situations; provides traffic and crowd control at community and emergency events.

Suisun City is a progressive and proactive law enforcement agency situated in the heart of Solano County. As a result of its proximity to neighboring jurisdictions, the men and women of the Suisun City Police Department remain extremely busy as they address the needs of the community. Candidates interested in testing for the position of Police Sergeant with the Suisun City Police Department must be prepared to take on the challenges of a fast paced work environment.

THE POSITION
Under direction of a Police Commander, supervises, assigns, reviews, and participates in the work of law enforcement staff involved in the protection of public health, safety, and welfare and the enforcement of applicable federal, state, and local laws; assumes responsibility for assigned collateral services, special programs, projects, or department-wide functions or activities; coordinates activities with other divisions, units, watches, City departments, outside agencies, organizations and the public; and performs a variety of administrative and technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assumes supervisory responsibility for activities, operations, and services of an assigned program area including patrol shifts, training, reserves, task forces, administration, and community relations; may assume responsibility for assigned collateral functions and supervise and participate in special programs and special assignments. 
• Plans, prioritizes, assigns, supervises, and reviews the work of sworn law enforcement staff providing a wide range of patrol, investigative, and other law enforcement activities; supervises non-sworn staff in dispatch,records, parking enforcement, property and evidence room, and other functions as assigned. 
• Receives, prioritizes, and coordinates response to complaints, emergency situations, and investigations;supervises and coordinates the allocation of assigned personnel and equipment in response to calls for service,case investigations, and administrative issues. 
• Reviews and monitors work of assigned staff; monitors work activities to ensure safe work practices, quality, and accuracy; ensures compliance with applicable policies and procedures; works directly with sworn and non-sworn personnel in the interpretation of City and department policies; reviews police reports; spot checks staff work in the field and interviews citizens to see how calls were handled. 
• Trains and evaluates assigned personnel; provides training, guidance, and counseling to assigned personnel;completes employee performance evaluations and reviews as required; promotes career development of subordinates. 
• Responds to major crimes, accident scenes, and emergencies; assumes initial command; establishes field command. 
• Provides a full range of administrative support to management staff; conducts a variety of organizational studies, investigations, and operational studies; recommends modifications to programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate; prepares departmental policies and procedures; assists in the development of new and revised City ordinances pertaining to the law enforcement services and activities; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
• May supervise and personally conduct complete and detailed investigations of a general and specialized nature;coordinates investigations including those involving several officers, units and divisions; oversees and participates in undercover and surveillance operations; reviews all investigation reports and make recommendations and suggestions to officers. 
• Coordinates activities with other shifts, units, City departments, outside agencies, organizations, and the public. 
• Performs related duties as required. 

Under general supervision, performs a broad range of varied and challenging executive, technical and administrative support functions in support of the Chief of Police; may provide technical direction or supervision to clerical and administrative support staff; and does related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The Executive Assistant is distinguished from other office support positions in that it has more interaction with officials, commissioners, public and private representatives, and the general public and performs more challenging functions requiring greater problem-solving related to the organization and preparation of agenda reports, the review and compilation of data for management and staff reports, screening of inquiries and complaints, and the completion of independent research.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Duties include, but not limited to:
•Provides administrative support to department director or City Manager and City Council, and acts as staff liaison in screening visitors, answering callers, handling complaints, and directing electronic communications to appropriate parties.
•Schedules appointments and meetings, and arranges for travel or staff attendance at conferences, workshops, and professional associations.
•Coordinates and arranges for executive level or City official representation at programs, special events, and functions.
•Assists executives with preparation of agendas and staff reports and supporting documents for meeting and presentation purposes.
•Compiles budgetary data and tracks account expenditures; purchases office supplies and equipment and researches information regarding vendors, contractors, and consultants.
•Prepares and edits correspondence, staff reports and activity reports.
•Conducts surveys and replies to requests for data; researches City and departmental records; prepares tables and exhibits; explains policies and practices; draws conclusions and recommends actions.
•Provides direction to office support personnel, as assigned; explains departmental procedures and policies.
•Establishes and updates departmental records and archives and recommends how this information may be used in various reports.
•Administers contracts and requisitions for professional services, products, and a variety of other materials; oversees payments of invoices and claims.
•May provide administrative support to City Commission and/or professional associations by preparing agendas, taking minutes, researching items, and compiling, submitting and relaying presentational materials and information to members.
•May process and issue permits, specifications, citations, plan documents, and other legal-records, and explains City and departmental procedures and requirements.

Join a professional and progressive department that is LOVED by its community…Join SBPD!

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The City of San Bruno is currently recruiting for POLICE OFFICER (Academy Graduates, Lateral)

Filing Deadline: Continuous

Application Requirements: POST Certificate dated within 30 months 

Annual Salary: $98,784—$121,212 

THE POSITION

The San Bruno Police Department has a long-standing tradition of small-town service with a big-city dedication to public safety.  The department employs a community-oriented policing and problem-solving philosophy where members of the organization are encouraged to develop innovative strategies to improve police operations and service to the community.  

Police Officers will work on assigned, rotating shifts, patrolling City streets, parks, commercial and residential areas to preserve the peace; providing traffic control, investigation and first-aid at accidents; performing detection, investigation and arrest of persons involved in crimes or misconduct; responding to emergency calls and investigating robberies, civil disturbances, domestic disputes, fights, drunkenness, missing children, prowlers, abuse of drugs, and other criminal activity; taking appropriate law enforcement action; serving and protecting the public, and performing additional duties as required. 

The San Bruno Police Department offers the opportunity to work in a variety of specialty positions, including Detective, Motorcycle Officer, K9 Handler, SWAT, School Resource Officer, Hostage Negotiator, Narcotics Officer, DEA Task Force Agent, and more. 

In addition to graduation from high school, the following are required:

• At least 21 years of age
• No felony convictions or disqualifying criminal history
• US Citizenship or Permanent Resident Alien who is eligible and has applied for citizenship
• A valid CA Driver’s License
• Must meet all basic requirements AND possess a California POST Basic Training Police Academy certificate within the past thirty (30) months from the date of potential hire.
• Pass rigorous background investigation
• 2-year or 4-year degree in police science, law enforcement, criminal justice administration, public administration, or a related field is preferred

This is a continuous recruitment.  For a full, detailed class specification, click HERE.

Check out our excellent benefits!

• CalPERS retirement formula of 3% @ 50 for classic members or 2.7% @ 57 for new members
• Education incentive pay up to 8.5%
• Annual accruals of 10-23 vacation days based on years of service, 14.5 holidays and 12 sick days
• Opportunity for bilingual incentive pay up to 2.5%
• Annual uniform allowance
• Deferred compensation
• 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. Applicants must attach a copy of a valid POST Certificate dated within the past 30 months from date of potential hire in order to be considered. Applications that do not have the required document(s) attached will be considered incomplete.  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 position.
For technical assistance, please contact Human Resources at (650) 616-7055.

Reasonable Accommodations: 

The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and as such does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, gender, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices. If you require special accommodations, please contact us to discuss your needs.

 

 

The San Jose Police Department's Crime Analysis Unit is accepting applications for the position of Crime & Intelligence Analyst (CIA).  The CIA is an essential Police Department position that is responsible for crime and intelligence analysis.  The CIA performs specialized technical support work utilizing automated law enforcement systems, a variety of software, and crime and intelligence analysis techniques to provide a wide range of analytical services and products to police officers and management to use in the identification and apprehension of criminal offenders, the deployment of officers, and the improvement of public safety, as well as for strategic planning.

The purpose of the CIA position is to collect, analyze, interpret, and integrate crime, staffing and deployment, performance, related quantitative and qualitative data, support investigations and related programs.  The CIA performs complex statistical and analytical research involving the use of computer applications, random statistical samplings, correlation and regression analysis and probability studies; develops reports and materials; develops links regarding pattern detection, crime and criminals, terrorist and organized crime, social and demographic factors within a communities; analyzing crime spatially and temporally; works with outside agencies to address crime issues; updates and tracks department gang and intelligence files; provides actionable reports to patrol and investigations for the identification, suppression and apprehension of criminals.  

 

 

 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

 

Establish and maintain information by devising systems to use information, complying with guidelines, analyzing information and entering information into the computer, designing, creating, maintaining and updating databases, routing information to relevant personnel, preparing and maintaining files, reference materials, researching websites and social media, sharing information with other analysts, preparing flow and link analysis charts and maps, analyzing and preparing reports, and conducting financial investigative research and identifying assets.

 

Provide training to section personnel by preparing class materials, and interviewing and instructing personnel.

 

Provide information to personnel and other departments by gathering facts on a variety of subjects including wanted individuals, safety issues or other necessary information and attending 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. 

PATROL WORK SCHEDULE:  4 days on (11 hours) / 4 days off

ALL Patrol officers have the opportunity to work through each of the available shifts annually

Pay rate published is base pay only - see MOU for the multitude of specialty and incentive pays available.

POSITION SUMMARY

The City of Ceres is accepting applications for Academy Graduate and current Academy Attendee Police Officers!   Under general supervision, the ideal candidate will perform state and local law enforcement and crime prevention duties and responsibilities; including traffic control and issuing citations; participate in and conduct criminal investigations, and makes arrests; provides support and assistance to special crime prevention and law enforcement programs; and performs a variety of technical and administrative law enforcement services and activities; engages with local Ceres community and contributes to a positive, trustful, and professional Police Department image, and respected relationships with residents, businesses, academic, and other communities throughout the City.   POA (Police Officers Association) Bargaining Group.  Non-Exempt, Sworn Safety FLSA Status.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

· Patrol designated areas of the City in car, by foot, or other means to preserve law and order, discover and prevent the commission of crimes, and enforce traffic and other laws and ordinances; protect real and personal property by providing security checks of residential, business, and public premises; maintain awareness of and remains alert for wanted suspects, known criminals, stolen vehicles, missing persons, traffic violators, and crimes in progress; issue warnings and citations.

· Conduct investigations at scenes of incidents to which summoned or incidents observed; determine what, if any, crime has been committed; identify, collect, preserve, process, and book evidence; locate and interview victims and witnesses; identify and interrogate suspects.

· Contact and cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the apprehension of offenders and the investigation of offenses; may respond to requests for assistance from agencies outside the City for mutual aid in the suppression of civil disturbances, apprehension of criminals, or other related requests.

· Participate in continuous training to enhance law enforcement skills including firearms proficiency, defensive driving skills, apprehension and arrest techniques, investigative skills, and general law enforcement skills.

· Participate in special assignments including Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT), etc..

· When assigned as a Field Training Officer, train new recruits and lateral police officers; document trainee progress and prepare evaluations; serve as acting field supervisor as assigned.

· When assigned to traffic, patrol assigned areas on a police motorcycle; perform a full range of traffic enforcement duties; observe, monitor, and control routine and unusual traffic conditions; assist and advise motorist; use radar to detect speed; issue citations and warnings; investigate traffic accidents.

· Sign off on citations and Vehicle Identification (VIN) verification.

· Enforce parking regulations; issue citations; tow vehicles that are in violation of codes.

 

Detective Assignment

· Serve on assigned taskforce including auto theft, gang or drug taskforces; gather knowledge about individuals or groups who are involved in criminal activity in order to understand how they function, describe their current activities, forecast future action they may undertake, and provide intelligence and resources that will eradicate criminal activity; coordinate and participate in multi-jurisdictional intelligence gathering and suppression operations.

· Receive, review, and analyze reports and case information on law enforcement activities requiring special and detailed investigations.

· Coordinate and conduct complete and detailed investigations of crimes involving juveniles and adults, crimes against persons and property including child and elder abuse claims, homicides, rape and assaults with deadly weapons, and crimes involving vice, gaming, and narcotics violations; follow cases from reporting, to arrest, to prosecution.

· Contact, interview, and interrogate victims, complainants, witnesses, suspects, and others involved in cases and incidents; obtain statements, documents, and factual and physical evidence.

· Review information and evidence obtained for presentation in court cases; testify in court concerning evidence and facts gathered during the investigative process.

· Remain on-call during stipulated time periods to respond to incidents that will probably require major investigative follow-up and criminal identification work at the scene of the incident .

· Collect, preserve, maintain, and book evidence and recovered property found that is involved with suspected crimes.

· Hold stakeouts, perform undercover activities, conduct surveillance activities, and other observation assignments.

· Prepare investigative reports and case information; recommend disposition of cases including to discuss recommended disposition of cases with legal authorities.

· Perform related duties as required

Join a professional and progressive department that is LOVED by its community…Join SBPD!

Want to work with dedicated people like yourself to make a real difference in the community? Have you been searching for a rewarding career?

Be a part of our dedicated team making a positive impact on the community!

THE POSITION

Police Officer (Entry-Level)

Filing Deadline:      Continuous

Annual Salary: $98,784 — $121,212 (Salary is 10% less while attending Police Academy)

We are searching for highly motivated people who are seeking a rewarding career in public service with a family-oriented organization that is deeply committed to protecting and serving the people who live, work and play in San Bruno. 

Candidates hired in this position will be compensated while attending the Police Academy, as well as during the Field Training Program.  This position does not require any prior law enforcement experience.

What you will do:

• Patrolling the city,
• Responding to a variety of emergency calls,
• Conducting criminal investigations,
• Making arrests,
• Conducting traffic enforcement,
• And so much more.    

The San Bruno Police Department offers the opportunity to work in a variety of specialty positions, including Detective, Motorcycle Officer, K9 Handler, SWAT, School Resource Officer, Hostage Negotiator, Narcotics Officer, DEA Task Force Agent, and more. 

In addition to graduation from high school, the following are required:

• At least 21 years of age
• No felony convictions
• US Citizenship or Permanent Resident Alien who is eligible and has applied for citizenship
• A valid CA Driver’s License
• Passing score of 48 on PELLETB and WTSB score of 320 within one year
• Pass rigorous background investigation
• 2-year or 4-year degree preferred

This is a continuous recruitment.  For a full, detailed class specification, click HERE.

Check out our excellent benefits!

• CalPERS retirement formula of 3% @ 50 for classic members or 2.7% @ 57 for new members
• Education incentive pay up to 8.5%
• Annual accruals of 10-23 vacation days based on years of service, 14.5 holidays and 12 sick days
• Opportunity for bilingual incentive pay up to 2.5%
• Annual uniform allowance
• Deferred compensation
• 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 position.

PLEASE NOTE:  Applicants must attach the following scores, dated within one year, to their application:  1) PELLETB POST Entry-level Law Enforcement Test Battery (minimum TScore 48) and 2) WSTB Physical Agility Work Sample Test Battery (minimum score 320).  Applications without the required documents attached will be considered incomplete. Proof of registration for the tests also accepted. Test scores must be received before the oral panel board in order to continue in the recruitment process.      

Reasonable Accommodations: 

The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and as such does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, gender, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices. If you require special accommodations, please contact us to discuss your needs.

 

LATERAL POLICE OFFICER

(Must possess Basic P.O.S.T. Cert.)

PRE-SERVICE POLICE OFFICER

(Recent graduation or current enrollment in Academy)

 

Salary:

Currently enrolled in Academy (Police Officer Trainee) - $5,912/mo.

Lateral Police Officer w/Basic Certificate OR Pre-Service/Recent graduation from Academy - $6,501 - $7,902/mo.

Lateral Police Officer w/Intermediate Certificate - $6,799 - $8,264/mo.

Lateral Police Officer w/Advanced Certificate - $7,108 - $8,640/mo.

Starting salary for Lateral Officers is based on experience, qualifications, and present compensation.

 

 

DEFINITION:  The Lateral Police Officer will perform law enforcement and crime prevention in support of the Police Dept.   For the Pre-Service position, promotion to Police Officer is contingent upon successful completion of the basic academy and review by the Chief of Police.  During training, incumbents do not have police powers but are subject to the rules and regulations of the Fontana Police Department and the police academy attended. Incumbents may be assigned non-safety duties in the Police Department during training.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Candidates must have the ability to:

• Successfully complete the basic police academy which includes classroom and field training.
• Accurately observe and remember names, faces, numbers, incidents and places.
• Learn to use and properly care for firearms.
• Think and act quickly in emergencies, judge situations, and evaluate people accurately.
• Learn, understand, interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Prepare clear, accurate and grammatically correct written reports.
• Meet the requirements for police officer contained in the California State Government Code.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish  and  maintain  cooperative  working  relationships  with  those  contacted  in  the  course  of employment.
• Perform any other tasks or functions deemed necessary to the daily operations of the employer.

THE  ABOVE  LIST  OF  ESSENTIAL  FUNCTIONS  IS  NOT  EXHAUSTIVE  AND  MAY  BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY BY THE EMPLOYER

 

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES: Must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship with educational achievement equal to the completion of an accredited US High School or a GED, supplemented by 18 units of college level coursework in police science, sociology or a closely related field.   Completion of the basic police academy may be supplemented for some of the required college educational requirements.

 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of, and continuously throughout employment, a valid CA Class “C” Driver's License.  Candidates must also satisfy the following: AGE: At least 21 years of age upon completion of the basic police academy. MEDICAL STANDARDS: Must meet the standards recommended by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. SKILL IN: Physical Agility.

 

Working Hours: Patrol Unit Assignment - 3/12.5 + 10 schedule and Non-Patrol Unit - 4/10 schedule

Benefits:

CalPERS Retirement for new staff hired prior to January 1, 2013 with another CalPERS agency (with less than 6 month break):

3.0% @ 55 benefit, Employee pays full member contribution (currently 9%)

OR

CalPERS Retirement for employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 with another CalPERS agency or never before belonging to CalPERS:

2.7% @ 57 benefit, Employees pays 50% of normal costs (currently 11.25%)

Retirement formulas and/or member contributions subject to change.

 

Cafeteria Plan: Multiple health insurance options available, including a City-paid family Blue Shield HMO plan, family dental, family vision, and life insurance.

Deferred Compensation: Voluntary 457(b) plans with a City-matched contribution of up to $100/mo. into one account managed by a City provider.

Leave Accrual: Minimum 200 hours per year to a maximum of 312 hours after 20 years of service.

Uniform Allowance: $1,250 per year paid in semi-annual increments.

Merit Increases: Five (5) steps at 5% increments.

Bilingual Differential: $100.00 per pay period for those employees assigned to provide translation to and from a foreign language.

Holidays: Fourteen (14) City Holidays paid at 5.38 hours per pay period.

Probationary Period: 

Eighteen (18) months for Police Officer with Basic Certificate.

Twelve (12) months for Police Officer with Intermediate and above.

Selection Process may include:

Physical Agility

Department Oral Interview Process

Pre-employment Physical

Psychological

Polygraph

Background Investigation

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 Public Information Representative classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay. 

      

     Annual Salary Ranges

 

     Public Information Representative I: $67,412.80 - $82,056

 

     Public Information Representative II: $74,401.60 - $90,438.40

      

 

     Municipal Employees’ Federation (MEF), AFSCME, Local 101 represents this position. Click here to view contract information.

      

 

     PBCE seeks a talented Web & Social Media Coordinator who would enjoy working with our large team of urban planners, building permit staff, and code enforcement staff for the goal of creating and disseminating attractive, easy-to-understand information that benefits the well-being of residents and businesses of San José.

      

 

     This is a career opportunity to deeply exercise and grow your web management and social media skills while learning about how our city is planned, built, and protected. As you gain command of this position over time, you will be relied upon to lead the process for ongoing improvements to the website and to strategically lead the department’s social media for disseminating public information and encouraging engagement. The Web & Social Media Coordinator is overseen and guided by the PBCE Public Information Manager and will enjoy the support and guidance from web and social media coordinators in other departments.

 

     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.

      

 

     - Please list any degrees you possess, including specific area of study and institution from which it was obtained. If you do not have a related degree provide a detailed explanation of your education and experience that qualifies you for this position.

      

 

     Note: Per the Public Information Representative I Minimum Qualifications Acceptable Substitution section, additional years of professional experience in public relations, public information or other related experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis up to two years.

      

 

     - Describe any relevant progressively responsible professional public information, marketing, or public relations related experience. Include dates of employment, name of employer(s), job title, and primary duties.  

      

 

     - Describe your experience with designing, managing, or maintaining a website or website-related project for up to two (2) projects. For each project, answer the following:

 

     a.  What was the goal of the website and who was the target audience?

 

     b.  What was your role on the website?

 

     c.  How many months or years did you work in your role?

 

     d.  What is the underlying website platform/application?

 

     e.  What tools, if any, did you use in creating or managing the website, e.g., Photoshop, etc.?

 

     f.  You will be asked to show examples of your social media work and provide any links below.

 

      

 

     - Describe your experience designing and managing social media to support an agency’s publicity needs. Provide up to two (2) examples of experience. For each example description, answer the following:

 

     a.  What was the goal of the social media, who was the target audience, and which platforms did you use?

 

     b.  What was your role on producing the social media?

 

     c.  How many months or years did you work in this role?

 

     d.  What tools, if any, did you use in creating the social media, e.g., HootSuite, Canva, etc.

 

     e.  You will be asked to show examples of your social media work and provide any links below.

 

      

 

     - Which of the following computer programs and platforms are you proficient in using? (Select all that apply)

 

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          + Photoshop

          + Illustrator

          + InDesign

          + HootSuite

          + Twitter

          + Facebook

          + Instagram

          + Nextdoor

          + Microsoft Office Suite

          + Other

          + None of the Above

 

     - Answer the following questions for each selected computer program/platform:

 

     a.  What classes or trainings have you completed for each program?

 

     b.  How many years have you been using each program?

 

     c.  On a scale of 1 to 10 with 1 being beginner and 10 being expert, rate your knowledge and skill with each program.

 

      

 

     - Do you have an online portfolio, or can you provide links to examples of your work? Please provide the links. If not, send examples of your work to lisa.harding@sanjoseca.gov by September 30, 2020 at 11:59 PM.

      

 

     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 Lisa Harding via email at lisa.harding@sanjoseca.gov