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Date Posted:            January 20, 2020

Classification:          PROJECT SPECIALIST, TOBACCO USE PREVENTION EDUCATION (TUPE)- 50%
(This position is grant funded through June 30, 2022.  Continuance in this position is contingent upon additional funding beyond June 30, 2022)
                                   Open recruitment

Work Schedule:       4 hours per day; 5 days per week (Monday – Friday); 12 months per year
 

Salary Range:            Step A            Step B            Step C            Step D            Step E
(monthly)                 starting            6 mos          18 mos           30 mos          42 mos
                                   $4,477            $4,735           $5,007            $5,294           $5,599

Benefits:  Total Compensation Package:  Placement on salary schedule.  If a medical plan is selected, the employee will receive a contribution of $1,075.00/month toward the selected medical plan (through CalPERS), Delta Dental, and Life Insurance.  The employee pays the balance of their health premiums from their gross earnings on a pre-tax basis.  If a medical plan is not selected, employees will receive a contribution of $300.00/month toward single coverage for Delta Dental, and Life Insurance.  A vision plan (VSP) is also available.  Employees pay the worker contribution to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

Current Vacancy:     Student Services Division; Safe and Supportive Schools Department;
                                   101 Twin Dolphin Drive; Redwood City, CA  94065

Application Deadline:          Friday, February 7, 2020     (application and supplemental application must be received online, or in the Personnel Office by 5:00PM)

Job Summary:  Under the direction of the Director, Safe and Supportive Schools, plan, coordinate and promote various tobacco prevention education projects in support of schools and districts in San Mateo County with a special focus on the Court and Community Schools and perform related duties as assigned.

Essential Job Functions:              

• Perform a variety of specialized activities to provide support for the implementation of Tobacco Use Prevention Education (TUPE) research-validated substance abuse prevention programs in public schools and Court and Community Schools
• Schedule and provide ongoing support for annual research-validated substance abuse prevention program trainings and alternative to suspension trainings
• Develop and facilitate parent and community education, including a community health fair, two bilingual parent and community education nights and bilingual tobacco use prevention literature
• Convene and coordinate a task force to monitor the progress of this project, guide the development and selection of trainings and materials and ensure all health and wellness policies have been updated to include tobacco prevention measures
• Provide ongoing technical assistance, training and mentoring to teachers regarding the implementation of research-validated substance abuse prevention programs
• Assist with the coordination and implementation of research-validated substance abuse prevention programs in Court and Community Schools
• Develop policies and protocols for cessation referrals as well as protocol for addressing tobacco use on community school campuses    
• Serve as a liaison between the County Office of Education, school districts, students, and outside agencies regarding research-validated substance abuse prevention programs; respond to inquiries and provide information concerning related activities, policies, procedures and objectives
• Conduct classroom visits to ensure programs are being implemented with fidelity
• Coordinate youth development opportunities for Court and Community School students
• Facilitate the administration of the California Healthy Kids Survey at the Court and Community Schools
• Distribute and collect student surveys, as required for project activities
• Compile information and prepare and maintain a variety of narrative and statistical records, reports and files related to assigned activities
• Communicate with County Office of Education personnel and various outside agencies to exchange information, coordinate activities and resolve issues or concerns
• Assist in assuring budget expenditures do not exceed established limitations
• Attend and participate in various meetings, conferences, professional learning opportunities, and special events; prepare and deliver oral presentations concerning youth development activities
• Operate a variety of office equipment including a copier, fax machine, projector, computer and assigned software; drive a vehicle to conduct work

Qualifications:  Any combination of education and experience providing the job knowledge, skills, and ability for successful job performance will be considered for positions in this classification.  Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

EDUCATION:  Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, Behavioral Studies, Sociology, Public Health or related field

EXPERIENCE:  Two (2) years of experience in school climate and/or health and wellness development

Specialized Skills and Knowledge:     

• Knowledge of Tobacco Use Prevention Education (TUPE) programs and strategies
• Ability to prepare, coordinate, and provide communications, information, trainings, meetings, workshops and resources in support of the TUPE program’s operations and activities
• Ability to provide consultation and technical assistance to subcontractors, teachers, court and community school staff, parents and others concerning TUPE operations and activities
• Ability to establish and maintain partnerships with service providers to facilitate and enhance the TUPE program
• Ability to provide training and consultation to teachers, staff and parents on TUPE initiatives
• Ability to analyze situations accurately, identify and evaluate schools’ needs in regards to TUPE and adopt an effective course of action
• Knowledge of California Health Education Content Standards
• Knowledge of research validated substance abuse prevention programs
• Ability to serve as a liaison between the County Office of Education, school districts, teachers, and outside agencies regarding research validated substance abuse prevention programs Knowledge of project management techniques
• Knowledge of practices and procedures involved in developing and implementing training activities
• Ability to visit project sites to observe activities, confer with teachers and staff, and provide technical support
• Ability to monitor services provided by subcontractors to assure compliance with standards, requirements, and contact specifications
• Knowledge of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of San Mateo County students
• Ability to work collaboratively with individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to use interpersonal skills including tact, patience, courtesy, and cultural sensitivity
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
• Knowledge of instructional methods and techniques
• Ability to implement various communication systems and appropriate methodologies
• Ability to interpret, apply and explain applicable policies and procedures
• Ability to prepare and deliver oral presentations
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to evaluate the performance of assigned personnel and provide direction to staff
• Knowledge of record-keeping and report preparation techniques
• Ability to prepare and maintain a variety of comprehensive reports, records and files
• Ability to meet schedules and timelines
• Ability to work independently with little direction
• Ability to operate a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software

Physical Requirements:  Applicants must possess the physical abilities outlined below with or without accommodation.  San Mateo County Office of Education will consider reasonable accommodation requests.

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone, as well as make presentations
• Seeing to read a variety of materials
• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time
• Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materials and work with students
• Strength and dexterity to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.

Examination Process:  The examination process for this classification will consist of:

1. A scored rating by a screening panel of application materials, including supplemental questionnaire, for education, training, experience, completeness, and accuracy
2. An oral board examination (anticipated date- February 28, 2020)

Only the highest qualified candidates will be invited to attend the examinations.

Personnel Commission

101 Twin Dolphin Drive

Redwood City, CA  94065

650-802-5300

classifiedjobs@smcoe.org

http://www.smcoe.org/employees-and-employment/personnel-commission

Proof of citizenship or legal status will be required upon offer of employment.

San Mateo County Office of Education provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons.  The recruitment, testing, and hiring of all personnel will be without regard to race, ancestry, national origin, age, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marriage status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, or veteran status.

The County of San Mateo's Information Services Department seeks a qualified IS Manager II to serve on its Applications Team. The candidate will be an integral part in assisting the Division Manager of Applications to maintain, integrate, and support all Countywide applications supported by ISD and applications that departments request ISD to create and/or maintain on their behalf.  Examples of these applications include; CJI, GIS, OpenData, Granicus, etc.

The IS Manager II will plan, coordinate, and implement comprehensive Countywide automation and systems development efforts or Countywide information services security policies and programs; coordinate, direct, and/or evaluate the work of staff and/or County employees engaged in programming and systems analysis work or policy/program implementation; assist in the development, implementation and evaluation of goals, objectives, policies and procedures related to the functions of the department; may select, train and provide direction to the subordinate professional, technical and clerical staff; and provide highly complex staff support to senior level management within assigned area of specialization. 

The IS Manager II will also have full line and functional management responsibilities for staff involved in programming and systems analysis support for a major application or group of applications, which have County-wide impact.  This level is responsible for developing and implementing programs, divisional goals, objectives, policies and priorities.  Activities are based on direct consultation with user department staff and management to assess their information processing needs including shortcomings in their current automated systems and opportunities for new automation support.

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

• Plan, direct, monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of a comprehensive Countywide information services programs or policy, including needs assessment, program design and planning, implementation, evaluation and regulatory enforcement.
• Direct, supervise, evaluate and counsel assigned staff in the development of programming and systems solutions to customer needs.
• Assist in the preparation, administration, review and evaluation of the Department budget.
• Direct, coordinate, and participate in the development and implementation of program goals, objectives, policies, procedures and priorities that balance both customer needs and professional standards and practices.
• Act as liaison between information services management team, senior level management, advisory boards and commissions, regulatory bodies and program staff to ensure that all appropriate policies and guidelines are followed.
• Maintain an effective working relationship with a variety of public and private organizations, including other department staff, County departments and agencies; consult with other managers on relevant program issues, develop alternative strategies for dealing with information system needs and assist in the implementation of solutions as necessary.
• Consult with other program managers on relevant program issues; develop alternative strategies for dealing with departmental needs and assist in the implementation of solutions as necessary.
• Conduct or participate in negotiating contracts with outside vendors, consultants or organizations; monitor and evaluate fiscal and legal liability of same.
• Prepare, administer and monitor project budget to ensure the accomplishment of program and service objectives within budget restrictions.
• Coordinate and direct each project phase: feasibility, requirement definition, detail design, programming and testing, implementation and maintenance for medium to large scale projects.
• Confer with Information Services management and departmental user staff regarding project status; provide regular project status reports.
• Assist user departments to formulate automation options and long-term strategies to meet their information processing requirements.
• Assign project work units and follow up to insure completion.
• Develop, maintain and implement project plans.
• Ensure that project issues tracking, issue resolution and change control procedure are defined and implemented.
• Provide highly complex staff assistance to senior level management and other departments.
• Prepare detailed written reports, policies, procedures and contracts.
• Participate and attend committees, meetings and conferences pertaining to supported Applications.
• Setting and tracking individual goals and accomplishments.
• Ensuring performance metrics are met.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS 

Knowledge of:

• Advanced principles and practices of program management, including planning, implementation and evaluation.
• Job planning and prioritizing techniques.
• Information management platforms and systems.
• Principles and techniques of advanced systems analysis and design.
• Supervisory principles and practices, including work planning and evaluation, project management, scheduling and training.
• Principles of budget preparation and monitoring.
• Principles of personnel training, supervision and evaluation.
• Data processing principles, concepts and terminology.
• Methods and practices of computer system design, programming and implementation.
• Structuring techniques for efficient program construction and maintenance.
• Tools and methods used to standardize and facilitate system design and project management.
• Current technologies for systems design and delivery.
• Phases of software life cycles.
• PERT and/or CPM or other project scheduling methodology.
• Cost estimating and cost/benefit analysis.
• Principles of personnel training, supervision and evaluation.

Skill/Ability to:

• Plan, organize and coordinate programs and services on a comprehensive, County-wide level to meet customer needs.
• Coordinate program area activities with other County departments, programs and/or outside agencies.
• Integrate a variety of activities and services to achieve program goals, objectives and priorities. 
• Work cooperatively with other County departments and public and private organizations.
• Analyze problems accurately, develop recommendations and take appropriate action to resolve them.
• Prepare complex and detailed written reports, procedures, grant applications and contracts.
• Use initiative and sound independent judgement within established procedural guidelines.
• Maintain accurate records and file
• Organize work, set priorities and meet critical deadlines.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Utilize appropriate interpersonal style and methods of communication to gain acceptance, cooperation, or agreement of a plan, activity, and/or program idea.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Analyze complex operational, programming and systems problems, evaluate alternatives and reach sound conclusions.
• Plan, schedule and manage large-scale projects.
• Identify critical paths and jeopardies.
• Negotiate agreement between differing individuals and groups of individuals.
• Supervise, evaluate and train assigned personnel.

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:

Three years of increasingly responsible experience in systems development or programming including one year in a project lead capacity.

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION 
Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help/term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.

Responses to the 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 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 San Mateo County, 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 before 11:59 p.m. on the final filing date.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Deadline for Applications: January 27, 2020 before 11:59 p.m.
Application Screening (Tentative): Week of February 3, 2020
Combined Civil Service and Departmental Panel Interviews (Tentative): February 20 and/or February 24, 2020
 

The County of San Mateo is a diverse, inclusive workplace, where employees are valued and respected for their different perspectives, experiences, backgrounds and contributions.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
 

HR Contact: Lucy Fung (IS Manager II - D115) 

The City of Pacifica is a beautiful coastal community, just south of San Francisco with an exciting opportunity. We are currently hiring an Information Technology Support Assistant to join our team. Under general supervision, the new team member will perform semi-skilled work in support of basic information technology needs of the City.

At the City of Pacifica, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. To us, equal opportunity employment is not just about compliance, it’s about who you are, how you can help our City and who you want to be. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and residents.

SALARY

$20.00 - $25.00 per hour

This is a part-time, at-will, non-benefited position. Hours are limited to less than 1,000 hours per year.

BASIC EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

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

• Respond to information technology help desk requests and provide assistance via phone, e-mail, remote access, and onsite support; escalating more complex requests to senior staff members.
• Perform basic configuration, installation and maintenance of workstations, laptops, printers, telephones, mobile devices, and other peripherals.
• Troubleshoot basic software, hardware, and network issues; escalating more complex issues to senior staff members.
• Train end-users in operating systems, application programs, and basic computer functionality.
• Assist in creating documentation and training manuals.
• Assist with meeting room setup of laptops, projectors, conference phones, and other requested items.

The duties described in this job announcement are intended only as illustrations of the basic types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. 

TO VIEW JOB ANNOUNCEMENT, CLICK JOB PDF OR JOB ANNOUNCEMENT URL BELOW.

San Mateo County Health is seeking a well-qualified individual for the position of IS Application Support Analyst II – Behavioral Health & Recovery Services - Extra Help.
 
The current vacancy is extra help in the Health Information Technology Division. This position is currently located in San Mateo, CA, but will travel/drive throughout the County to perform duties of the job.
 
Primary responsibilities will include:   

• Interviews, analyzes, and documents end user work processes and systems requirements; conducts systems walk-throughs and technical reviews; develops or refines system specifications, including evaluating and testing vendor software packages for conformance with user requirements and priorities.
• Project Coordination, monitor existing and upcoming projects, evaluate project requests and write business requirements document for proposed projects
• Ability to create and gather business requirements from end users/new requests
• Liaison with Information Services Department (ISD) to ensure that department needs are addressed and met
• Consults with supervisors regarding information technology related issues, needs, and services; conducts special research assignments, gathers data, and prepares reports for consideration by management or special committees.
• Develops and recommends comprehensive standards, policies, procedures, and technical documentation.
• Responds to and resolves software users' inquiries and complaints and escalates problems or issues to vendor representatives as needed.
• Troubleshoots and/or resolves application-related issues in-person, over the phone or remotely.
• Individually or as a team member, works on and is responsible for software applications research, development, conversion, installation, and maintenance projects, including planning, organizing, and defining project requirements, methods, and end objectives in consultation with end users; coordinates project activities with team members, other section staff, user representatives, and outside vendors.

San Mateo County Health is seeking a highly qualified

IT Business Analyst II - Limited Term 
for their Health IT Division.

To view the online brochure for this recruitment please follow this link:
https://jobs.smcgov.org/BA-II

The individual in this position performs complex and technical systems maintenance, operational duties, and/or modification of application systems; serves as a liaison between system users and information technology staff, vendors, and service providers; provides technical and analytical support and training to system users; performs system administration functions to ensure security and effective operation; develops and maintains a variety of automated files, records, and databases; prepares and distributes new procedures, training materials, and a variety of scheduled and adhoc reports; and performs related work as required. This position will support multiple divisions within the Health System such as Administration, Emergency Medical Services, Finance, and Public Health, Policy and Planning.

 
IS Business Analyst II is the journey-level class in the IS Business Analyst series and is responsible for serving as a liaison between system users and information technology staff, vendors, and service providers.  Responsibilities require the use of tact, discretion, and independent judgment and to have full and thorough knowledge of the concepts, practices, procedures, and policies of assigned function.  

This is a limited term, at-will position.  Limited Term Employees are assigned to assignments not to exceed three years. They receive medical and dental benefits, similar to regular employees, and a defined contribution retirement plan. 
 
Information for current county employees: Current and regular County of San Mateo Employees who are interested in this assignment must submit an application and compete in the recruitment process. If you are successful in the recruitment and are being considered for the assignment, HR will work directly with you and/or your department for options. Please note that there is no guarantee that you will be allowed by your department to rotate into this assignment nor are your departments obligated to allow you to take on this assignment. The salary range for this position is "as is" and non-negotiable.

The Information Services Department of the County of San Mateo is seeking highly-qualified candidates for the position of IT APPLICATIONS DEVELOPER - CJI.

To view the online brochure for this recruitment please follow this link:

Applications are being accepted for the position of Library Clerk (Homework Club Lead Assistant)- Casual/Hourly Position with the City of South San Francisco's Library Department.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED

SALARY RANGE:  $14.62 to $17.77 an hour

WORK HOURS: 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM, Monday through Friday (summers only)

                           2:30 PM - 6:15 PM, Monday through Friday (school year)

The City of South San Francisco is a fully independent and highly commercialized full-service city with an estimated population of 65,710 growing to 100,000 during business hours. City departments include: Police; Fire; Parks & Recreation; Public Works; Economic and Community Development; Information Technology; City Attorney; Library; Finance; Human Resources; and Office of the City Manager. The City has a Council-City Manager form of government with more than 400 full– and part-time employees. 

The Library Clerk position available is an hourly, non-benefited, temporary assignment which operates out of the Community Learning Center, a branch of the Library Department. The Community Learning Center (CLC) works with collaborative agencies to serve youth and families. In collaboration with other staff at the Community Learning Center, the Library Clerk, or Homework Club Lead Assistant, will help with the children’s activities and projects, in the belief that each child, youth and adult brings strength, talents, and skills to the learning process.  The Homework Club operates five days a week from 2:00 – 6:00 pm and serves Title I schools in South San Francisco.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leads activities that focus on reading, writing and math skill development with the use of computers, educational games and creative group projects.
• Fosters confidence, self-esteem and the love of learning in children.
• Assists in the computer lab with Internet use, word processing, and computer software.
• Supervises volunteers.
• Leads craft activities and games.
• Facilitates learning and works together with other assistants as part of a team.
• Must learn and implement the goals and philosophy of the Community Learning Center.

IDEAL CANDIDATE:

The ideal candidate possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills; can be a team leader and accept guidance from supervising staff; is highly organized; can integrate computers as a learning tool; possesses knowledge of strategies for motivating children in a creative learning process; and has experience integrating and supervising volunteers.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• One year minimum of teaching related experience
• High School Diploma or the equivalent
• Applicants being considered for employment must be able to furnish proof of legal right to work in the U.S.

For additional information regarding this position, please contact Karla Molina Bourdon, Library Program Manager - Literacy Services bourdon@plsinfo.org  / 650.829.3870.

City of South San Francisco, Library Department  www.ssf.net   EOE

This general announcement is subject to change.  It does not constitute an express or implied contract.

Applications are being accepted for the position of Library Page (Homework Club Assistant)- Casual/Hourly Position with the City of South San Francisco's Library Department.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED

SALARY RANGE:  $12.00 to $14.59 an hour

WORK HOURS: 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM, Monday through Friday (summers only)

                           2:30 PM - 6:15 PM, Monday through Friday (school year)

The City of South San Francisco is a fully independent and highly commercialized full-service city with an estimated population of 65,710 growing to 100,000 during business hours. City departments include: Police; Fire; Parks & Recreation; Public Works; Economic and Community Development; Information Technology; City Attorney; Library; Finance; Human Resources; and Office of the City Manager. The City has a Council-City Manager form of government with more than 400 full– and part-time employees. 

The Library Page position available is an hourly, non-benefited, temporary assignment which operates out of the Community Learning Center, a branch of the Library Department. The Community Learning Center (CLC) works with collaborative agencies to serve youth and families. In collaboration with other staff at the Community Learning Center, the Library Page, or Homework Club Assistant, will help with the children’s activities and projects, in the belief that each child, youth and adult brings strength, talents, and skills to the learning process.  The Homework Club operates five days a week from 2:00 – 6:00 pm and serves Title I schools in South San Francisco.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist 3rd to 5th graders in the completion of homework;
• Work as part of collaborative team to support goals of the HWC and the Community Learning Center;
• Assist with classroom management;
• Develop and implement fun, interactive games and educational activities;
• Co-lead classroom activities in the areas of math, reading, writing, and art;
• Support educational activities during Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math programming; and
• Use open communication and active listening with children and adults.

IDEAL CANDIDATE:

The ideal candidate is punctual; possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills; can work independently or as part of a team; is successful at understanding and carrying out verbal and written directions; and is skilled in interacting effectively with the public.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• At least one year experience working with children
• Must be 16 years or older (A work permit is required through age 17. Applications can be obtained from public high school Counseling Offices).
• Applicants being considered for employment must be able to furnish proof of legal right to work in the U.S.

For additional information regarding this position, please contact Karla Molina Bourdon, Library Program Manager - Literacy Services bourdon@plsinfo.org  / 650.829.3870.

City of South San Francisco, Library Department  www.ssf.net   EOE

This general announcement is subject to change.  It does not constitute an express or implied contract.

San Mateo County Public Safety Communications (PSC) is accepting applications from experienced GIS Technicians with a passion for public service. 

PSC provides high quality law enforcement, fire, and medical dispatch and communications services to the public and public safety agencies in order to protect the health and safety of the people of San Mateo County. A community that is prosperous, safe and livable will depend, in part, on how well GIS Technicians use their skills to map, inventory, and analyze various aspects and resources within the County. For more information about the County of San Mateo Office of Public Safety Communications, visit:  http://911dispatch.smcgov.org/.
 
The incumbent will be responsible for the day-to-day technical support of San Mateo County Public Safety Communications Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications and database development projects or a department GIS/mapping function; perform technical and administrative tasks necessary to maintain and evaluate the GIS systems; perform data analysis and present geographic based data in map form; and other related duties as assigned.