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Senior Planner

The City of Sausalito seeks a highly-motivated person who, under direction of the Community Development Director, administers specified planning activities including current planning, zoning and subdivision ordinance, advanced planning and the General Plan; complex professional planning activities, such as serving as project manager for complex development and land use applications. This is a lead position in the Community Development Department and will participate in advanced, multi-department initiatives. The Senior Planner also:

• Reviews applications for residential, commercial and other land use development; evaluates alternatives and conformance with City policies, ordinances, the General Plan and state and federal laws; prepares and presents staff reports to the Planning Commission and City Council regarding such applications;
• Serves as project manager for complex planning projects, including analyzing and evaluating site and architectural plans, performing technical review for project plans and applications and making recommendations;
• Manages consultant contacts including determining scope of work and budgets, tracking budgets and approving contract payments;
• Updates and creates long-range planning documents such as the City’s General Plan and other assigned plans; prepares modifications to specific General Plan elements;
• Serves as staff liaison for review boards, ad-hoc committees and elected officials, including providing technical advice and giving presentations;
• Confers with and provides information to property owners, contractors, developers, engineers architects and the public regarding conformance to standards, plans specifications and codes; explains codes, requirements and procedures and evaluates alternatives;
• Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service;
• Ability to deal with the public under stressful circumstances in a fair, calm and understanding way to obtain positive results;
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) is a new commuter rail system located in Marin and Sonoma Counties. We are seeking two full-time Code Compliance Officers to perform specialized inspections and enforcement of ordinances, regulations and laws governing the transit system. This position is non-sworn and unarmed.

Code Compliance Officers hold limited enforcement authority and are responsible for enforcing ordinances and laws approved by the SMART Board of Directors. Considerable judgment is required in meeting emergency situations, enforcing regulations and in coordination with other personnel and agencies. Ordinances are enforced by the issue of citations and arrests are occasionally necessary. This position is required to prepare incident/arrest reports and other forms either written or using a computer. Code Compliance Officers will be required to testify in court when subpoenaed and may work varied shifts.

In performing their duties, Code Compliance Officers will be called upon to assist and provide information to patrons and the public and ensure the safety of passengers on platforms and in parking lots. This position is classified as a Public Officer under the law with powers of arrest. A primary responsibility is to enforce the fare ordinance by performing unannounced random inspection of fares onboard trains and in paid fare zones. The ability to speak, read and write Spanish is highly desirable.

The Community

Located nearly halfway between the metropolitan powerhouses of San Francisco and the state’s capital, Sacramento, Suisun City is hidden gem of the Bay Area. Suisun City is accessible from Interstate 80 via Highway 12 and Amtrak’s Capitol Corridor commuter rail service right to the heart of the City’s historic Waterfront District, making it a prime location for job seekers as well as homeowners. The community is a unique destination for a Bay Area day trip, an overnight getaway or even a place to work, particularly with its reverse commute for inner Bay Area residents. The Waterfront Promenade offers beautiful views and serves as an ideal setting for the myriad of outdoor activities, dining choices and lunch hour strolls.

The Department

The Recreation and Community Services Department is responsible for the operations and programs of the Suisun City Marina, the Senior Center and the Joseph A. Nelson Center, including preschool, after-school programs at various sites, recreation classes and sports leagues, community events and special event rentals.

The Position

Recreation Specialist I is the entry level for this job class responsible for delivering a wide variety of Recreation and Community Services programs to City residents.  We’re looking for highly-motivated people with a customer service orientation who genuinely enjoy helping others and who are flexible problem-solvers. This job class includes a number of specialization assignments covering a variety of recreation roles, programs and facilities to which the incumbent will be assigned. Discussion of your specific area of interest is part of the application process. Assignments include:

• Marina: If you enjoy the Waterfront and want to work with a team creating a wonderful Waterfront District, this may be the job for you.  Duties include light maintenance, cleaning, money collection, and presenting great customer service towards our marina users and guests. Knowledge of boating preferred.
• Youth Sports:  Work as a team with youth ages 2-17 in a fun sports environment.  Volleyball, basketball, soccer, flag football and pee wee sports just to name a few.  Duties include coaching, officiating, site facilitation, score keeping and equipment management.
• Registration: Assist customers with registration for all Recreation and Community Services programs and events.  This is a fast-paced position that requires resourcefulness, professionalism and teamwork!
• Facilities:  Come be part of a great team that works behind the scenes making all Recreation and Community Services excel!  This job entails setting up for events and rentals, cleaning the facility and performing light maintenance duties.  If you are flexible and enjoy a fast paced environment, this job is for you!
• Youth Services:  Help run the After-School and Summer Camp Programs by leading and teaching youth program participants in exciting and fun activities such as arts, crafts, music, games, sports, science, and more!

$20.00 per hour

Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)/No Benefits

(Maximum hours worked per year not to exceed 1,000 hours)

LAST DAY TO APPLY:  Open Until Filled

THE POSITION:

The City of San Rafael is hiring for the temporary position of Parks Maintenance Worker in the Public Works Department.  This is a full time temporary position working 37.5 hours per week under general supervision.  Duties include, but are not limited to: cleaning restrooms, picking up and disposing of debris; mowing and edging turf; pruning shrubs and groundcovers, cleaning asphalt surfaces; general landscaping maintenance; and minor building maintenance and repair.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Ability to operate mowers, edgers, backpack blower, small athletic tractor and weed eaters; work flexible time; follow written and oral assignments with a minimum of supervision and work with moderate public contact.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:                       

Graduation from high school or equivalent.  Must have excellent reading and communication skills; prior experience in the operation of power driven equipment or previous maintenance experience is desirable but not required.  Must be capable of heavy manual labor, including the ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. and be able to show proof of eligibility to work.  Must possess a valid California driver’s license.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application.  To file an application online, go to:  www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “City of San Rafael”. 

Please follow this link to apply: https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-19893112

SELECTION PROCESS:

Qualified applicants will be interviewed by the hiring department and the most qualified applicants will be subject to a reference check/fingerprinting/pre-employment physical exam. 

CHILD CARE DIRECTOR

Pickleweed Preschool

$3,960 - $4,814 per month

Plus excellent benefits

LAST DAY TO APPLY:   Open Until Filled – Applications reviewed on a weekly basis

THE POSITION:

The City of San Rafael is recruiting for a Child Care Director.  Under the direction of the Recreation Supervisor, this position will perform responsible work in administering and managing a state-funded preschool program.  The incumbent in this position will independently oversee the program and staff at Pickleweed Preschool located in East San Rafael. 

This position performs the following essential job duties: 

• Assist with the establishment of the program budget
• Hire, train, and supervise staff
• Supervise timely completion of annual ECERS
• Supervise completion of DRDP assessments twice annually
• Supervise timely completion of parent surveys
• Supervise timely completion of two parent conferences annually
• Supervise timely ongoing child portfolios
• Supervise and implement systems for creating and maintaining regular written child observations
• Complete annual June 1st report to Department of Education
• Schedule staff and ensure appropriate staffing levels are maintained
• Facilitate parent nights for families four times per year
• Liaison with parents and school districts
• Function as classroom instructor
• Approve Child Care Instructor II curriculum and plans
• Organize regular staff meetings
• Oversees referrals of children for assessment and special services
• Complete annual written evaluations of all staff
• Perform other duties as required.

To be eligible for this position you must have knowledge/skill of:

• Early Childhood Development
• Curriculum models such as CLASS and Pyramid training
• Classroom management techniques
• Appropriate disciplinary techniques.
• Oral and written communications skills
• Group leadership and teaching skills

• Ability to organize and manage child files for licensing.
• Ability to report any unusual incident involving parents and staff to administration and licensing
• Ability to work within established budget and order supplies for program.
• Ability to schedule and approve staff vacations, sick leave and other personal leaves.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, staff, parents, and community representatives.
• Ability to work independently in carrying out a comprehensive program.
• Willingness to support and carry out the goals and objectives of the Child Care program.

Education and/or Experience:

• AA Degree or 60 units, with 24 ECE  units plus 6 administrative units and 2 adult supervision units and one year working in a preschool program, AND/OR
• Site Supervisor Permit.    

Special Requirements:

• Must be willing to work the hours required for the assigned Center.
• Possession of California Driver’s License preferred. 

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Must be able to perform physical activities, such as, but not limited to lifting or carrying children or heavy items (up to 40 lbs.) unassisted, reaching, bending, standing, or walking.  The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, or balance, twist, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application since this information will be used to determine who will be invited to participate in the next phase of the examination process.  The examination process may include the following: application appraisal and oral board interview examination. The passing point for the oral board examination final score will be 70%. Note:  Prior to appointment, candidate must pass a pre-employment physical, background check, reference check, credit check, driving record, fingerprinting, and drug screen.    

• Follow this link to apply: 

THE POSITION:

The City of San Rafael, Child Care Division is accepting applications for Child Care Instructor I to work in our School-Age Programs.  Under the supervision of the Child Care Director or Head Teacher, you will assist in the planning and implementation of daily activities for the school-age program. 

Essential Duties:

• Assist will all program activities and events.
• Plan and implement curriculum for school age children.
• Lead group activities.

Requirements:

Knowledge of:

• Early Childhood Development
• Child Guidance Methods
• Developmentally-appropriate practices and curriculum.

Ability to:

• Accept direction from supervisor
• Establish and maintain effective relationships
• Read, write, and communicate effectively with program participants and fellow staff
• Work as scheduled

Skills:

• Curriculum planning for school-age children.
• Utilization of developmental assessment tools.

Education/Experience:

• Completion of six (6) units of Early Childhood Education, or Recreation related
• Six (6) months of experience working with school age children

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle or feel, bend, reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, twist, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must occasionally carry and or lift up to 40 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Application and Selection Process:

Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application since this information will be used to determine who will be invited to participate in the next phase of the examination process.  The examination process may include any or all of the following:  application appraisal, written examination, oral board interview examination and/or performance examination.  NOTE:  Prior to appointment, candidate must pass a pre-placement physical examination, background check (including fingerprint “livescan” clearance) and submit transcripts to verify educational requirements.

Reasonable Accommodation:  The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations in the process to accommodate disabled applicants.  If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (415) 485-3474 before the exam date.

Please call 415-485-3386 for more information

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The City of American Canyon is seeking individuals who can perform an array of general clean-up and maintenance tasks in various City departments (Parks Maintenance is the current focus) and to provide assistance to regular employees engaged in skilled and semi-skilled duties. Duties will include but are not limited to field labor tasks as identified: shoveling/digging dirt, concrete, and asphalt; assisting with irrigation repairs, installations or adjustments; trimming and pruning trees and shrubs; and using a weed eater, lawn mower, blower and other light landscape equipment. Applicants must be able to walk up and down hill sides, push wheel barrows and equipment, and jackhammer asphalt and concrete. The individuals will work 24-27 hours per week and may include weekend work.  The positions are considered temporary/part-time and are limited to no more than 1,000 hours per fiscal year.