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The Controller's Office is currently seeking well-qualified candidates for the position of Payroll Personnel Coordinator IV - Confidential.

The mission of the Controller's Office is to promote the County's operational effectiveness and ensure its financial transparency and integrity by providing quality accounting, audit, and financial reporting services.

The Controller's Office maintains the County’s financial systems and records, and prepares independently audited, award-winning annual financial reports that disclose the financial condition of the County to the public. We are staffed with 51 full-time accounting, audit, and information systems professionals. The office also calculates annual property tax bill amounts, distribute taxes collected to local government agencies, performs internal audits of County’s operations, and provides payroll services for the County's workforce.

Under general supervision, provides technical and specialized payroll and/or personnel-related support to a large and complex County department and/or division(s) or perform payroll and/or personnel-related functions at a Countywide level with responsibilities for reviewing, correcting and instructing the work of other Coordinators; coordinate human resources, payroll and/or timekeeping processes; maintain personnel-related records; provide information to management and employees regarding payroll and personnel-related matters; and perform related work as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Payroll/Personnel Coordinator IV is the lead or specialist level class in the Payroll/Personnel Coordinator series. This level is distinguished from the Payroll/Personnel Coordinator III in that the former is assigned to larger County departments with 24/7 operations, various locations, programs, and shifts or in central Human Resources or Controller's Office. At this level, work requires the analysis of unusual circumstances, understanding and proper application of complex and multiple labor contract provisions and assessing a variety of approaches to finding solutions. Actions to be taken or responses to be made differ in such things as the source of information, the kind of transaction or scenario, the type of employee and his/her eligibility for labor contract provisions. Positions at central HR and Controller's Office provide lead, guidance, and instructions to other departmental Coordinators.

In addition, the ideal candidate will have experience in Human Recourses and the Payroll System (Workday) and timekeeping system (Infor Workforce Management aka ATKS).

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is three years of journey level general or fiscal office support experience which has included payroll or personnel assistance OR four years of general clerical or office assistant experience.

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 http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Final Filing Date: Wednesday, September 25, 2024, 11:59 PM PST

Application Screening: Week of September 30 - October 4, 2024

Civil Service Panel Interview: October 10 and/or 11, 2024

THE OPPORTUNITY

The City of Pacifica is a beautiful coastal community, just south of San Francisco with an exciting opportunity. We are currently hiring for Maintenance Assistants to join our team. Under general supervision, Maintenance Assistants perform unskilled/semi-skilled labor and maintenance work.

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

$19.00 - $23.00 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:

• Perform a variety of unskilled/semi-skilled maintenance or custodial duties involving manual labor of facilities, parks, storm drains, streets, etc.
• Clean and inspect facilities for vandalism or potential hazards.
• Sanitize surfaces, repair minor plumbing problems, diagnose basic sewer issues, replace components on fixtures.
• Maintain area(s) as assigned including parks and public buildings, performing basic repairs, inspections and landscaping.
• Load and unload supplies and materials.
• Assist with various areas of public works such as minor asphalt repairs, brush removal, facility repairs, stewardship of protected species, etc.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Please refer to job description for additional information.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The City of Pacifica is recruiting for an Information Systems and Technology Analyst to join our team. This position will perform a variety of routine and complex duties in support of City-wide information systems, security and technology operations.

The City of Pacifica is a beautiful coastal community, just south of San Francisco with an exciting opportunity. 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 community members. 

If interested, we invite you to explore this opportunity with us. Recruitment will close on October 14, 2024 by 12:00 PM PDT, so apply today!

THE DEPARTMENT

The Information Systems and Technology Division is responsible for the City's network infrastructure, cybersecurity, Help Desk support, and daily IT operations. The division supports a full-service city that includes City Administration, Police, Fire, Planning, Public Works, Parks, Beaches, and Recreation departments.

THE POSITION

This is a full-time, professional level position that requires significant administrative, analytical, and technical skills. This position serves as a technical leader, providing complex analytical support.

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Install, configure, maintain, troubleshoot, and monitor physical and virtual network and server infrastructure including hardware, software, real-time monitoring tools, peripherals, and devices ensuring effective performance and proper integration of components and systems with existing architecture; assist in infrastructure changes and upgrades to limit interrupted services.
• Administer automated deployment of software and updates over the network.
• Monitor and maintain security control of City network and server infrastructure; configure and monitor security features and firewall rules; verify and ensure proper user accessibility; identify and address vulnerabilities; research, recommend, and apply security updates as needed.
• Monitor disaster recovery and backup processes and schedules; verify that backups are successful and data can be recovered.
• Ensure database security by preparing access and control policies and procedures and reviewing permissions on a regular basis.
• Install, configure, maintain, troubleshoot, and monitor City-wide telecommunications systems including voice and data communications infrastructure and equipment; set up and maintain user accounts, access groups, extensions, and voicemail boxes; troubleshoot system-wide outages.
• Work on systems and infrastructure conversion, installation, and maintenance projects, including planning, organizing, and defining project requirements, methods, and end objectives in consultation with end users; coordinate project activities with IT Manager and IT staff, end users, and vendors.
• Maintain information on scheduled systems maintenance, including upgrades and outages.
• Respond to and resolve users’ inquiries and complaints and escalate problems or issues to vendor representatives as needed.
• Stay abreast of new trends and innovations in technology related to systems, network, server, and telecommunications; research, recommend, and evaluate vendor solutions and technologies; implement improvements upon approval.
• Serve as a Disaster Service Worker, as required.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required and other duties as assigned.

Please refer to the attached job description for additional information.

Are you looking for a career that offers both professional growth and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact? Look no further – the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is actively seeking a Principal Cybersecurity Engineer.

As the Principal Cybersecurity Engineer you will be responsible for the overall security of information assets and technologies through the creation and support of preventative, detective, and corrective controls. Identifies, refines, and analyzes cyber-security data across a wide variety of sources to report against agreed upon key performance indicators measuring the efficacy of these controls. Works closely with IT operations and engineering teams to identify and remediate cyber-security issues and concerns.

The Principal Cybersecurity Engineer may provide technical supervision over other IS Engineers, technical leadership and direction, technical responsibility for completion of major projects, and serves as a technical authority for one or more related specialties. Performs and reviews complex work involving analysis, planning, designing, implementation, maintenance, troubleshooting and enhancement of complex large systems or networks and the physical and logical components that integrate these systems together. Serves as a lead technical architect and systems integrator for large complex systems and networks.

See official job posting for more details. Apply today!

The Town of Colma is accepting applications for the position of Accounting Manager. 

Do you have experience overseeing daily financial and accounting activities? If so, this amazing opportunity is for you! 

The Town of Colma, known worldwide as the "City Of Souls," is the smallest city in San Mateo County with over 1,509 residents and 1.5 million "souls." However, Colma is more than just cemeteries. Colma's commercial buildings make a distinct architectural statement resulting from design standards that encourage Spanish-Mediterranean motifs. The small-town approach to modern, municipal government reflects a commitment to both a healthy business climate and a harmonious relationship with residents. 

THE POSITION

The current full-time opening is a professional level position requiring expertise in administrative, supervisory, and accounting functions and is under the direction of the Administrative Services Director.  The Accounting Manager oversees daily financial and accounting activities, supervises accounting staff; performs difficult and complex statistical analyses; assists with annual budget preparation; manages the annual financial audit; develops and distributes internal financial reports; plans and executes all risk management functions; and performs advanced professional, analytical, and administrative work. 

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

• Plan, organize and direct Finance division activities including overseeing accounts payable, payroll, accounts receivable, and cash receipt activities
• Direct, oversee and participate in the development of the financial division work plan; assign work activities, projects, and programs; monitor workflow; review and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures
• Establish and maintain journals, ledgers and supporting financial records; supervise the maintenance of the General Ledger; supervise the recording of all revenue, encumbrances, and disbursements
• Develop and administer accounting and budget control systems as necessary to comply with accounting procedures, laws, ordinance, and other regulations
• Prepare the Financial division budget; assist in budget implementation; participate in the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; administer the approved budget
• Participate in recommending the appointment of, training, motivating, and evaluating personnel; participate in establishing and monitoring employee performance objectives; prepare and present employee performance reviews
• Assist in coordinating and monitoring the Town's Capital Improvement Program including controlling project expenditures, establishing new projects, and closing completed projects; research and recommend new financing methods; prepare project reports as needed
• Research and prepare technical and administrative reports; prepare written correspondence
• Establish and monitor internal controls to ensure accounting standards are met; develop and implement policies and procedures relating to accounting activities
• Conduct and coordinate the Town’s annual audit and serve as the liaison between the Town and its external auditors. Ensure the completion of annual State Controller’s Office Reports and other compliance reports as required
• Oversee the maintenance of the Town’s financial software system and ensures that system upgrades occur in a timely manner and communicates changes/impacts to system users
• Manage the month-end and year-end close process and prepares related reports
• Provide financial information to Town officials, staff, vendors, and the general public
• Perform financial studies and analytical and statistical reports as assigned
• Report for work at any time in event of disaster or other emergency situation
• Attend seminars and workshops related to duties and responsibilities
• May serve in a temporary appointment as the acting department head in the absence of the Administrative Services Director
• Represent the Town with dignity, integrity, and the spirit of cooperation in all relations with staff and the public
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other Town employees and the public using principles of good customer service
• Coordinates the Town’s risk management and safety programs to ensure compliance with all State and Federal legal requirements
• Provides risk management review and guidance to management, supervisor, and staff regarding existing or proposed Town activities, programs, and projects to enhance safety and identify and reduce associated risks
• Serves as the Town’s representative to Risk JPA and Board of Directors
• Perform related duties as assigned

Please refer to job description for additional details. 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. 

Come Join the Finance Department at the City of Pacifica where everyone counts!

Under general direction, the Senior Accountant performs and supervises professional accounting and auditing work of staff responsible for providing financial accounting and record-keeping in connection with general ledger, budget preparation, and budgetary control, purchasing activities, payroll; and performs a variety of professional accounting tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

The Organization

The City of Pacifica is a General Law City incorporated in 1957 and operates under the Council/Manager form of government. Legislative authority is vested in a five-member City Council elected by district for four-year overlapping terms. The Mayor is selected each year by a majority vote of the other Council members. The Council appoints the City Manager, City Attorney, and members of advisory commissions and committees. 

Pacifica is a full-service city (approximately 200.75 FTE) with a proposed FY2024-25 general fund budget of $48.1 million. The City delivers municipal services through seven departments:  the City Manager's office (including the City Clerk, Economic Development, and City Attorney), Administrative Services (Finance, Human Resources and IT Divisions); Parks, Beaches, and Recreation; Community Development; Public Works (Field Services & Engineering and Wastewater); Police, and Fire (via North County Fire Authority). Employees are represented by eight bargaining units. The City Administration is in a newly renovated City Hall just two blocks from the Pacific Ocean. This prime location opens up various opportunities for recreational activities during a lunch break, such as a strong along Beach Boulevard or a relaxing picnic by the waterfront, where you can clear your mind with the soothing view of the waves. 

During the Spring of 2023, the City Council undertook a comprehensive strategic planning process, which resulted in the Pacifica Strategic Plan 2023-2030 establishing strategies to achieve the following five overarching goals during the seven-year period.

• Enhance organizational and fiscal stability
• Improve and steward City infrastructure, streets, ad facilities.
• Prioritize protection and development of affordable housing.
• Pursue climate change adaptation and mitigation.
• Broaden public communications and collaboration.

THE DEPARTMENT

The Finance and Administrative Services Department provides high-quality support services to all City departments and the community, including Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, and Risk Management functions, and ensures compliance with City policies and procedures. The Department is responsible for all financial operations, properly recording financial transactions, providing reliable technology resources, implementing best practices in employee relations, providing outstanding customer service, and promoting a positive work environment for a talented workforce. Department staff prepare the annual operating and capital budgets, coordinate the external audit process, etc. The ideal candidate will be contributing and joining a team of five team members. 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Direction is provided by the Deputy Finance Director. Responsibilities may include direct and indirect supervision of technical and clerical personnel.

ESSENTIAL AND IMPORTANT DUTIES

AN EMPLOYEE IN THIS POSITION MAY BE CALLED UPON TO DO ANY OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Supervises and/or participates in various financial and accounting activities within the Finance Department, including posting, balancing, and reconciliation of General Ledger and subsidiary accounts and City bank accounts.
• Performs complex and difficult accounting work, including the related monitoring of personal deadlines and the deadlines of others to ensure adherence to quality and timely work products.
• Performs as a project manager for complex financial systems implementation and serves as a liaison to Finance staff and other departments in the implementation of all financial modules for the Financial Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
• Participates in fiscal and accounting work in connection with budget preparation, purchasing activities, and payroll analysis.
• Processing and pre-auditing accounting documents and transactions in conformance with established procedures and controls.
• Prepares work papers, financial statements and various reports for internal accounting and for Federal, State and other outside agencies.
• Reviews, reconciles and audits accounting records of receipts, disbursements and encumbrances to ensure fiscal accuracy and control.
• Delegates, plans, directs, and assigns accounting work to lower-level staff. May be required to train, coach, monitor and evaluate staff performance.
• Assists with fiscal year-end closing, prepares bank reconciliation, and prepares quarterly and annual financial reports.
• Makes journal entries and keeps balance sheets on all transactions to ensure the maintenance of accurate accounting records.
• Monitors and reports on the status of State and Federal grants; reviews and audits grant contracts, amendments and other documents to ensure grant compliance.
• Performs fixed assets accounting, monitors and maintains accurate and up-to-date records on City's fixed assets.
• Prepares investment activity summary and quarterly treasurer’s reports.
• Analyzes, recommends improvements, develops, and implements fiscal policies, procedures, and internal controls and re-aligns business practices with technology.
• Maintains and researches current knowledge of applicable ordinances, rules, regulations, and policies. Clearly presents and interprets reports to financial and non-financial managers, co-workers, and clients.
• Assists in coordinating, designing, developing and maintaining data extracts, reports and interfaces.
• Maintains effective working relationships with all levels of staff and the public.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:

Education and Training:

Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting or business administration or related field, and

Experience:

Four (4) years of recent, progressively responsible experience in the field of professional accounting and auditing. Supervisory experience is desirable.

Experience in a public agency or governmental accounting experience is highly desirable.

Certification:

Must possess a valid California Class C driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.

Knowledge of:

• Generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and basic principles, practices, and procedures of Accounting as applied to Governmental Accounting Standards (GASB).
• Principles, practices, methods, procedures, and techniques used in governmental accounting, financial administration, and budgeting.
• Application of data processing to accounting and financial management. Budget preparation and administration, auditing, preparation of financial statements, basic billing and collection procedures, grant and fund accounting, and record-keeping.
• Modern office practices, procedures, methods, and equipment, including computer systems and applicable software.
• Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• Federal and State grant regulations and guidelines.

Skills:

• Operate standard office equipment, including a computer and a variety of word processing and software applications, including financial and accounting programs.
• Prepare, examine and verify financial documents, reports, and transactions
• Prepare a variety of financial statements, reports and analyses.

Abilities:

• Plan, assign, supervise and coordinate the work of accounting staff.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Read, interpret and record data accurately
• Analyze complex issues and prepare clear and comprehensive financial reports and statements.
• Interpret, explain, and apply applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
• Communicate clearly both orally and in writing and follow written and oral directions
• Work independently and as part of a team, making sound decisions within established guidelines.

Physical Demands:

The ability to maintain effective audio / visual discrimination and perception to the degree necessary for the successful performance of duties.

SENIOR ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN:

The Community: 

The Town of Hillsborough (pop. 11,574) is a residential community located in San Mateo County, midway between San Francisco and San Jose.  

Incorporated in 1910, the Town provides a full range of essential municipal services including police and fire protection, land use planning, building permitting and inspection, maintenance of roads, and water, sewer, and storm drainage infrastructures. The Town operates with a Council-Manager form of government with five elected Council Members. The Town is known for its rural charm and the academic excellence of the public and private schools. The Town has no commercial zoning; the only non-residential properties are the town's four public and three private schools, town facilities, a golf course, a country club, small parks, and open space. With an area of approximately 6.2 square miles, the Town is characterized by its hilly topography, winding roads, beautiful trees, and commitment to architecture. For additional information, please visit the Town’s website. 

The Organization: 

The Town is a general law city operating with a Council-Manager form of government. Policy-making and legislative authority are vested in the governing City Council which consists of a Mayor, a Vice Mayor, and three Councilmembers. Council members are elected to overlapping four-year terms in even-numbered years and the members select the Mayor and Vice Mayor annually. Among other things, the City Council is responsible for passing ordinances, adopting the budget, appointing committee and board members, and hiring the City Manager and the City Attorney (on contract). The City Manager is responsible for carrying out the policies and ordinances of the City Council, overseeing the day-to-day operations, and appointing department heads. The Town’s Fiscal Year 2024-25 Adopted Budget is $75.9 million with a General Fund Reserve of $30.7 million. The Town’s staff of 99 FTEs support the residents through the five departments: City Manager’s Office, Finance, Police, Building & Planning, and Public Works. 

The Department: 

The Finance Department is responsible for the overall financial management of the Town. The Department’s core mission is to maintain a sound and secure financial position by providing administrative and technical support to the Town’s management, City Council, staff, and the public. The Finance Department provides support services to the Town departments and citizens.  Support services include budgeting, accounting and financial reporting, treasury, and revenue management, purchasing and accounts payable, payroll, debt management, financial analysis, and other administrative functions.  Services provided to customers include water, sewer and storm drain utility billing and customer support, alarm billing, business licensing, Town main phone line reception and other services.

The County of San Mateo's Information Services Department (ISD) is seeking a dynamic leader who is distinctly effective in people and operational management within a highly technical information technology environment. Under general direction of the Office of the Chief Information Officer, this individual serves as a senior manager and provides technical and programmatic direction over a functional area of ISD. Additionally, this individual will plan, develop, and implement goals and policies for the assigned area that align with department priorities; direct assigned staff; and provide highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Office of the Chief Information Officer and their management staff.

Please Note: We will be hosting a special Informational Session for this recruitment. Join us for a live conversation with the Assistant Director/Deputy Chief Information Officer, Cathy Vu-Pang, to learn more about this exciting opportunity! Register HERE.

This Division Manager will be responsible for approximately 33 staff across three teams. This division is responsible for all operational support of key technology systems such as: Servers, Storage, Data Center, Disaster Recovery, Telephones, and Radios. The Division Manager will ensure that the operational performance metrics are met in each of these areas, that tickets are responded to in a timely fashion, that operational budgets are met, that Service Level Agreements (SLA's) are met, that customer satisfaction is high in each of these areas, and that monthly performance data is maintained and available for each of these areas. The Division Manager will maintain a great work environment for teams to thrive by ensuring staff in these areas are well trained in current and emerging technologies to provide a high level of support to end users. This position requires a very high level of focus and the ability to balance many operational priorities, as each of these areas has critical systems that are supported for end users with many operational service goals to track and meet.

If you are an individual who thrives on making a significant positive impact in the lives of others as part of your profession, we want to talk to you.

The ideal candidate for the position will have:

• 7 or more years of experience working at a senior level in a technology related field providing exceptional support to hyperconverged server, telephony, and radio team environments.
• Proven success working as a team member with other senior managers to provide excellent collaboration/cooperation and exceed operational metrics.
• Expertise in fostering a positive work culture, with a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• A keen interest in working with the Office of the CIO to build a strong department through proactive actions, great communication, and a positive attitude towards change.
• Experience implementing and supporting enterprise services, including significant platform change.
• Advanced knowledge of project lifecycles from initiation to operational handoff.
• Knowledge and experience with government procurement and the competitive bid process.
• Strong vendor management skills.
• Excitement about working with internal and external partners.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills is a must.
• This position requires an individual to be extremely organized, have keen attention to detail and the flexibility to work with different aspects of a business.
• Prior experience as director or operations manager.
• Deep understanding of industry trends in the assigned areas and established practice to maintain that knowledge.
• Understanding of federal, state, and local legislation and its impacts to technology.

Examples Of Duties

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

• In collaboration with other divisions and departmental stakeholders, develop long term strategic plans to enhance service offerings.
• Direct staff in providing timely and effective response to incidents and resolve incidents within agreed to metrics.
• Restore normal service; record and fulfill user requests; and record, investigate, diagnose, escalate, and resolve incidents.
• Manage all IT system changes in a controlled manner, including standard changes and emergency maintenance relating to business processes, applications, and infrastructure.
• Guide divisional staff to effectively execute the activities and operational procedures to deliver required IT services, including standard operating procedures and monitoring activities.
• Successfully implement new IT solutions and services in accordance with organization and customer expectations.
• Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the work of assigned subordinate professional technical and support staff.
• Ensure proactive and cost-effective services and maintain high level of customer services satisfaction.
• Assist in preparing and monitoring division budget and contracts.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices.
• Assume management of another Information Services division when directed.
• Actively mentor subordinate staff as future leaders of the organization.
• Select, train, motivate, and evaluate assigned personnel.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is three years of professional level experience in information systems which has included one year of administrative or managerial experience. Experience should include a substantial combination of online applications, data communications, computer operations, operating systems, voice communications and services, and large communications systems.

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.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Final Filing Date: Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. PST

Application Screening: Wednesday, September 25, 2024

Informational Session: Thursday, September 19, 2024 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Panel Interviews: Thursday, October 3, 2024

Public Works Inspector 

Salary Range: $95,030 - $128,289 

Tentative interviews are scheduled for October 21, 2024—time to be determined. 
 

The Town of Los Altos Hills is currently seeking a qualified Public Works Inspector to join our dedicated team. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to developing and maintaining public infrastructure, ensuring that projects align with the Town's standards and regulations.

About the Position

The Public Works Inspector, reporting to the Public Works Director/City Engineer or a designated Manager/Engineer, is a non-exempt, hourly position responsible for supervising other inspectors as needed. This role is open for recruitment or may be flexibly staffed through promotion. The incumbent performs a range of journey-level to advanced public works inspection duties, focusing on municipal construction projects and private development, particularly concerning sanitary sewer systems, storm infrastructure, and street construction. Responsibilities include issuing and inspecting encroachment permits and sewer connection permits in compliance with Town Ordinances and applicable federal and state regulations. The position involves both office and fieldwork, addressing community requests and concerns related to these projects.

Key Responsibilities

The duties of the Public Works Inspector may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Inspect Town projects and private developments at various stages to ensure conformance with plans, specifications, and applicable regulations as approved by the Town.
• For Town capital or maintenance projects, check project plans and specifications for constructability, accuracy, suitability, and completeness and make recommendations to Public Works engineers.
• Assist with the Public Works engineers in preparing plans, specifications, and cost estimates for various capital improvement and maintenance projects.
• Participate in collecting field surveys and mapping data. Assist Public Works engineers in collecting/verifying field data and quantifying estimations for projects.
• In systematic and organized ways, prepare/document and maintain daily inspection reports, progress reports, project schedules, progress payments, change orders, claims, and other written documentation; maintain photographic documentation of various phases of construction; document and report on field changes; and collect certified payrolls.
• Validate monthly progress payments from contractors.  Record the amounts and type of materials used and work performed to prepare necessary reports for progress payments.
• Document deficiencies and deviations from plans and specifications, consult with engineers or supervisors, and direct the means and timing of compliance with contractor personnel. 
• Review and facilitate Public Works permit applications; consult and coordinate with Public Works engineers for approval of applications/permits; provide assistance and guidance to applicants; assess fees and issue Public Works permits including encroachment and sewer connection permits; facilitate pre-construction meetings; provide timely inspections services; and closeout of permits.
• Review plans and specifications of assigned projects, consult with engineers, and attend pre-job conferences.  
• With guidance from the Public Works Director/City Engineer or direct supervisor, meet and confer with developers, contractors, engineers, and the general public relative to Town policies, regulations and procedures, and coordinate discrepancies/problem situations with a wide variety of stakeholders.
• Inspect materials used for conformity to specifications.  
• Coordinate the review of contractor’s submittals for construction projects; confer with contractors and developers regarding conformance to standards, plans, specifications, and codes; consult with the Public Works engineers; and evaluate alternatives. 
• Consult with engineering and other department staff regarding field issues and deviations from the approved plans and specifications or permit requirements. 
• Conduct preconstruction meetings and project site inspections to document existing conditions. 
• Assist in providing responses to Contractor Request for Information (RFI) or questions from developers.
• Review the contractor’s construction schedule for compliance with Town or project requirements. 
• Monitor and enforce traffic control plans as approved by a traffic engineer and per Town requirements. 
• Conduct weekly project meetings with contractors and stakeholders. 
• Schedule quality assurance materials testing to verify compliance including source inspections and materials acceptance; review test reports; and compare Certificates of Compliance or source release tags with the applicable materials at the project site. 
• Prepare initial punch list and consolidate comments into final punch list and perform final project inspection.
• Perform various duties related to assigned projects, including coordination with other Town departments and utility/external agencies.  
• Respond to inquiries and complaints by researching information, inspecting areas of concern, advising contractors and residents of problems, and recommending corrective actions.
• Research information on construction projects, document findings and related subjects and prepare reports and correspondence to communicate findings/recommendations to management.
• Conduct inspections for erosion and sediment control measures, Municipal Regional Stormwater Permit, and other NPDES-related inspections.  
• Monitor and enforce contractor’s compliance with the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and Municipal Regional Stormwater Permit (MRP) provisions. 
• Schedule and participate in utility coordination meetings with utility agencies. 
• Daily monitoring of the Underground Service Alert (USA) request system and marking of Town utilities. 
• As approved by the Public Works Director/City Engineer, prepare and issue “stop work” notices for work being done without permits, unsafe working conditions, and noncompliance with permit requirements.
• Act as liaison between the Town, contractors, other agencies, and residents affected by projects; maintain communication among the parties; respond to and resolve issues and complaints or refer them to the proper office for resolution; and prepare work orders in response to complaints. 
• Investigate field problems and public works service requests affecting property owners, contractors, and maintenance operations and resolve issues to achieve satisfactory results.
• Coordinate public works activities with other Town departments and with outside agencies.

• Apply and enforce relevant codes, ordinances, rules, and regulations; and, as assigned, oversee regulatory agency permits and requirements.

• Coordinate/manage the annual townwide survey of Town trees performed by consulting arborist. 
• As directed, inspect the conditions of town assets such as streets, sanitary sewers, storm infrastructure, pathways, street trees, and facilities.
• Regularly inspect deficiencies and maintenance/safety issues around the Town and create work orders as necessary.’ Provide excellent customer service to citizens, staff, and outside organizations.  Follow up on complaints and inquiries and provide responses and solutions in a timely manner.
• Attend work-related training for public work job function requirements.
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform various work tasks. 
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted during work.
• Perform other inspector-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

The successful candidate for the Public Works Inspector position must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Materials, methods, principles, and practices used in public works construction, including streets, pavement, pathways, sanitary sewer, storm drains, and related appurtenances. 
• Principles and practices of construction inspection related to streets, sanitary sewers, storm infrastructure, pathways, and grading.
• Technical principles and practices of construction activities and land survey. 
• Basic practices of construction contract administration in a public agency setting. 
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations, including administrative and department policies and procedures. 
• Technical principles and practices of construction design, specification, and cost estimate preparation. 
• Defects and faults in construction. 
• Materials sampling, testing, and estimating procedures. 
• Mathematical principles. 
• Principles and procedures of record keeping. 
• Municipality permitting process.
• Techniques for providing high customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
• Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed. 

Ability to:

• Utilize online permit tracking applications such as TRAKiT.
• Oversee construction projects and land surveys. 
• Effectively interpret and apply applicable laws, regulations, and policies for construction projects, private developments, and Public Works permits.
• Make accurate computations and prepare complete and accurate descriptions and agreements.
• Detect and locate deficiencies in construction and violations of applicable codes at the earliest possible stage.
• Prepare concise reports and maintain accurate records.
• Maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax. 
• Technical report writing and preparation of correspondence. 
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Work independently.
• Work in inclement weather.

Experience and Training Guidelines
Any combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered. A typical path to qualifying for the Public Works Inspector position includes:

• Completion of the twelfth grade or possession of a high school equivalency.
• At least two years of full-time experience in public works inspection or maintenance.

Licenses and Certifications

• Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license and a satisfactory driving record is required for initial and continued employment.
• The APWA Public Infrastructure Inspector Certification is highly desirable but not required.

Working Conditions

This position requires both fieldwork and office duties. The Public Works Inspector will frequently travel from site to site for inspections and work in an office environment utilizing computers and other business equipment. The role involves working independently in the field, sometimes alone, at various project sites.

Physical Demand

The candidate must have the physical ability to:

• Travel to and work at various sites within and outside the Town.
• Sit, stand, walk, stoop, crawl, crouch, and climb for extended periods.
• Navigate steep or rough terrain and work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Work in a standard office setting and shall use standard office equipment, including computers, tablets, and phones.
• Work extended hours and off-hour shifts or attend events as required.

 Senior Accountant

$124,346 - $167,866 (DOQ)

Finance Manager

$142,997 - $193,046 (DOQ)

Filing Deadline: October 7, 2024 (5 p.m.)

The Town of Los Altos Hills is currently looking to fill a key role within its Finance Department. The opportunities are at either the Senior Accountant or Finance Manager level.

The position is a promotional series and is responsible for the following:

• Manage, direct, coordinate, and perform the Town's general accounting and payroll functions;
• Provide internal accounting and budgetary controls;
• Coordinate annual audits and preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR);
• Provide highly technical and analytical staff assistance to senior management.
• Provides effective administrative, financial, and clerical support activities such as processing financial transactions;
• Perform data input related to budget and accounting entries; perform related duties as required.

Examples of Duties

Senior Accountant

Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform all accounting duties as required to maintain all Town financial records including preparation and processing of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
• Establish and maintain journals, ledgers, and supporting financial records; ensure timely maintenance of the General Ledger and the recording of all revenue, encumbrances, and disbursements.
• Develop and administer accounting and budget control systems as necessary to comply with accounting procedures, laws, ordinance and other regulations.
• Assist in the development of and implement policies, and procedures relating to accounting, auditing, budgeting and payroll activities.
• Assist in reviewing, developing, and modifying accounting methods and internal auditing controls to improve the effectiveness of existing procedures and ensure conformance with existing policies.
• Act as the primary liaison for audits; prepare and provide supporting documentation; ensure that audits are scheduled and completed in a timely manner.
• Assist in coordinating and monitoring the Town budget including controlling revenues and expenditures, monitoring capital project compliance with budget and contracts; prepare reports and analysis as needed.
• Provide historical and current analytical and statistical data necessary to prepare the Town’s annual budget.
• Prepare employee payroll using automated data processing; perform entry and bookkeeping activities associated with payroll; file benefits reports and remit benefits payments.
• Conduct research in files and records to trace sources and resolve discrepancies using independent judgment, and communicate findings to the public, employees, and vendors as needed. Develops, maintains, and improves filing and record systems.
• Other special projects and administrative, technical, and clerical duties as assigned.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, including GASB (Governmental Accounting Standards Board) pronouncements.
• Stay updated on changes in accounting standards and regulations to ensure Town practices remain compliant.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on accounting procedures and software.
• Identify inefficiencies in accounting processes and propose solutions for improvement.
• Prepare and review monthly treasurer's reports.

Finance Manager

In addition to the duties listed above for the Senior Accountant, the Finance Manager will be expected to:

• Recommend goals and objectives relating to accounting, auditing, budgeting, and payroll activities.
• Review, develop, and modify accounting methods and internal auditing controls to improve the effectiveness of existing procedures and ensure conformance with existing policies.
• Provide professional, technical accounting and budget advice to senior management; coordinate activities with other departments; assist in special projects as assigned.
• Manage Town contracts, including land leases, franchise agreements, and various Town Hall service contracts.
• Serves as assistant to the department head concerning personnel-related issues and responsibilities; coordinates recruitment efforts; processes personnel transactions; assists with workers’ compensation cases.
• Assist in labor relations, employment benefit management, and risk management, as assigned.
• Serve as the Acting Finance Director in the director’s absence.
• Draft and update financial policies and procedures to ensure best practices and regulatory compliance
• Review and enhance financial policies and procedures to ensure they reflect best practices and meet evolving needs.
• Review and enhance internal controls to prevent fraud and financial mismanagement.
• Ensure all financial policies are documented and communicated to relevant staff.
• Coordinate with external auditors to ensure timely and accurate completion of financial audits.
• Implement recommendations from audit reports and ensure ongoing compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. 
• Other special projects and administrative, technical, and clerical duties as assigned.

Qualifications - Senior Accountant

The ideal candidate for the Senior Accountant position must meet the following qualifications.

Ability to:

• Analyze and interpret financial and accounting records; examine, prepare, and verify financial statements, reports, and documents.
• Prepare complex financial statements, reports, and analyses.
• Develop and implement modified and new accounting procedures and systems.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course performing assigned duties.
• Interpret and apply rules and regulations regarding accounting and auditing practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to assimilate and understand information in a manner consistent with essential job functions
• Ability to make sound decisions in a manner consistent with the Town’s past practice and essential job functions.

Knowledge of:

• Principles, methods, and practices of municipal finance, budgeting, accounting and fiscal operations, and record keeping.
• General and municipal accounting and auditing principles and practices; Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) technical guidelines.
• Organization, procedures, and operating details of the Town.
• Financial management systems and office production software and equipment.
• Familiarity with basic filing systems; ability to arrange/compile source documents alphabetically, numerically, and chronologically.

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; major coursework in accounting or related field preferred.

Experience: Three (3) years of increasingly responsible government accounting or auditing.

Licenses and certifications: Must possess and maintain a valid California class C driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.

Qualifications - Finance Manager

In addition to meeting the qualifications for the Senior Accountant position, the Finance Manager must also demonstrate the following abilities. 

Ability to: 

• Prepare staff reports and presentations to the Finance & Investment Committee and the City Council.
• Create finance models for forecasting and data analysis.
• Present complex accounting and finance ideas to the Finance & Investment Committee and the City Council.
• Implement industry best practices in accounting, finance, budgeting, purchasing, and other functions.

Knowledge of: 

• Principles of financial administration, including budgeting and reporting.
• Applicable laws, regulations, public finance, and fiscal operations.
• Labor relations and basic employment functions.

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; major coursework in accounting or related field preferred.

Experience: Five (5) years of increasingly responsible government accounting or auditing experience with at least two (2) years of supervisory experience.

Licenses and certifications: Must possess and maintain a valid California class C driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.