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DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

 

     Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third-party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose’s website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers. 

      

 

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

      

     Annual Salary Ranges

 

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

 

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

      

 

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

      

 

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

      

 

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

 

     Selection Process

      

 

     The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process.  Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews, one of which may include a practical/writing exercise.

      

 

     You will be prompted to answer the following job-specific questions during the online application process.  Please note that there is a 4,000-character limit, including spaces, for each text response.

      

 

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

      

 

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

      

 

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

      

 

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

 

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

 

     b.  What was your role on the website?

 

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

 

     d.  What is the underlying website platform/application?

 

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

 

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

 

      

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

      

 

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

 

     *

          + Photoshop

          + Illustrator

          + InDesign

          + HootSuite

          + Twitter

          + Facebook

          + Instagram

          + Nextdoor

          + Microsoft Office Suite

          + Other

          + None of the Above

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

      

 

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

      

 

     You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. 

      

 

     If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Lisa Harding via email at lisa.harding@sanjoseca.gov

THE CITY OF WOODLAND INVITES YOUR APPLICATION FOR FIREFIGHTER RECRUIT – FULL TIME

 

To be considered for this position, you must successfully pass the Firefighter Candidate Testing Center (FCTC) Entry-Level Firefighter Written Exam and be placed on the FCTC statewide list.  In addition, you need a current Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT).

Final FCTC testing date for this recruitment is Friday, October 2, 2020.

Please visit www.FCTConline.org to register for the exam and learn more about the exam process, requirements, and scheduled exam locations/dates.

 

POSITION

To respond to fire alarms, medical emergency, and other emergency activities in the protection of life and property; and to participate in fire prevention, training and station and equipment maintenance activities.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Respond to fire alarms with assigned company; lay and connect hose lines; hold nozzles and direct water streams; raise and climb ladders.  Perform rescue operations in a variety of situations including but not limited to rescuing persons from areas threatened by fire, hazardous conditions, confined space, and active shooter/rescue task force events.  Provide basic life support during medical incidents, assessing and initiating patient care until relieved by proper medical personnel.  Operate all types of portable fire extinguishers, hand tools, hose lines, power tools and appliances, salvage covers, forcible entry tools, emergency medical equipment and other rescue equipment.  Participate in fire drills; serve as instructor as assigned; attend training sessions.  Promote and maintain safety in the workplace.  Work cooperatively with others as integral part of a team.  Follow chain of command and be responsive to orders.  Regular, predictable, consistent and timely attendance is an essential function of the position, in that Employee must be present and fit for duty.

 

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Respond to hazardous materials incidents and participate as member of the County Hazardous Materials Team. Shut down natural gas and electrical services to structure.  Participate in fire inspection activities and other fire prevention, community risk reduction, and public education activities as assigned.  Ensure that businesses are operating in compliance with the fire code.  Participate in the programs providing various public relations services, including facility tours, public education seminars and other public events.  Respond to inquiries from the public.  Assist in investigating fire origin and cause.  May be requested to respond to emergencies during non-duty hours.  Control traffic.  Inventory supplies; maintain records.  Can serve as “acting positions” when certified.  Clean station quarters and equipment and maintain a clean and orderly condition in and about the fire station; perform minor building maintenance.  Operate radio and communications equipment.  Assist in overhaul and salvage operations.  Learn a wide variety of firefighting duties, methods, and procedures including the operation of firefighting apparatus, equipment, and tools.  Perform other duties as assigned.

Candidates hired shall refrain from the use of all tobacco products during the term of their employment with the City, including smokeless tobacco products.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: 

High school diploma or equivalent.  College-level coursework in fire science, general management, or related field desirable. Proof of completion of a Firefighter Academy may be required. 

Experience: 

Any experience that would likely provide the required ability is qualifying; firefighting experience is desirable.

 License or Certificate:

• Proof of valid Candidate Physical Ability Test (valid for one year from issuance date).
• Proof of validated written test completion given by recognized institution such as Fire Candidate Training Center (FCTC), the City of Woodland, or other accepted agency may be required.  

Required Upon Hire and Continued Employment:

• Possession of a valid California Driver's License.
• Emergency Medical Technician Certificate
• Valid CPR certification.

 

APPLICATION

The City of Woodland will receive a list of all eligible candidates from the Firefighter Candidate Testing Center (FCTC).  To be considered an eligible candidate, you must meet the following:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License
• Emergency Medical Technician I Certificate (EMT-D)
• Valid CPR Card

 

** Important Note ** Eligible candidates will be sent an email with a link inviting them to submit an Employment Application and providing further application instructions.  Please note that not all eligible candidates are guaranteed advancement in the recruitment process.  Résumés and cover letters are encouraged but will not be accepted in lieu of the application form.  Postmarks will not be accepted.  

 

Review Process:  Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best qualified applicants will be invited for further examination.  All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.  Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview or any combination thereof.  Applicants will be required to take and pass a medical examination by a City of Woodland physician to insure their physical suitability to perform the assigned duties.  If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please notify Human Resources at least seven (7) days prior to the event.

 

BENEFITS

Current Salary:                                   
$5,145.26 per month

Retirement:                          
CalPERS Retirement System (3% @ 50 Formula for Classic CalPERS members and 2.7% @ 57 Formula for new CalPERS members)

The City does not participate in social security

Deferred Comp:                   
Choice of deferred compensation plans

Medical:                                
CalPERS Medical Insurance Plans, including HMOs & PPOs.  City gives an allowance toward the cost of insurance

Dental/Vision:                      
City paid Delta Dental and Medical Eye Services

Life Insurance:                    
City provides $30,000 life insurance policy

Supplemental Benefits:     
Voluntary Supplemental Life, Cancer, Critical Illness and Accident Only insurances, and Flexible Spending Accounts available

Vacation:                              
11 hours per month during first 3 years of service

Sick Leave:                          
12 hours per month

Holiday-In-Lieu:                  
11.2 hours per month

Longevity Pay:                     
$225 per year at 10 years of services

Uniform Allowance:            
$900 per year

Educational Incentive:       
Up to 5% additional compensation for fire service diploma/certificates

Professional Growth Incentive:      
$625 per year for additional education or professional activities

 

 

The City of Woodland hires only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

The City of Woodland is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Tri-City is actively recruiting to fill one vacancy for the position of Information Technology (IT) Specialist I within our IT Department.  Under supervision, the IT Specialist I will provide first level IT support to end users.  The IT Specialist I will report to the IT Project and Service Desk Supervisor.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

 

• Provide direct, first-level support to users across the Agency and provide support to help desk/service requests.

 

• Helping set up hardware or software, diagnosing connectivity or data access problems, answering questions about hardware or software, and helping users access shared drives and devices.

 

• Set up audio/visual equipment, webinars, videoconferences, etc.

 

• Support the IT department and the Agency by troubleshooting systems and hardware, particularly after server migration or an organization-wide update.

 

• Identifies issues with new hardware or software and works with users or on the back end of servers to quickly resolve those issues and prevent delays.

 

• Prepare reports on hardware and software issues; Install, configure and maintain software and hardware systems; Assist in development and enhancement of IT systems.

 

• Analyze system issues and provide resolutions;

 

• Assist in maintaining Agency’s asset inventory database and other databases and reports;

 

• Maintain information security throughout the Agency.

 

• Set up antivirus programs at work stations, implement policies for email security, and perform periodic data audits and backups to prevent information loss and unauthorized access.

 

• Maintain confidentiality and security of company documents and clients.

 

• Recommend process improvements to ensure system reliability, scalability, security, integrity and performance.

 

• Ensure that all access and distribution to protected health information is in compliance with federal, state, and agency regulations, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and The Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act, Public Law 111-005 (“HITECH Act”); and other duties as assigned.

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

The City of San José, Information Technology Department is seeking an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) & Business Applications Manager responsible for delivering technology supporting Human Resources, Enterprise Financials, Forecast & Budgeting, Revenue Management, Recruitment, Expense Management, and Payroll business functions.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent technical and system design skills and must be able to effectively turn complex business requirements into a product roadmap and deliver scalable and secure application solutions. The preferred candidate will have strong development and management skills with hands-on experience implementing ERP systems and be able to write code if necessary. Project management skills such as creating and managing project plans, resource allocation, and functional / technical design reviews is required.

Responsibilities:

• Owns management of all aspects of system design and coding, including coordination and tracking of all development activities, status and issues.

• Owns the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for ERP and Cloud applications by collaborating with product owners, stakeholders, and developers.

• Recommends modernization and upgrades of existing business solutions and works closely with functional leads on process re-engineering efforts through presentations and demonstrations.

• Establishes and institutionalizes formal development methodologies, processes, procedures and tools across projects. Ensures all development projects follow standardized procedures.

• Creates/ reviews functional specifications with business users and recommends system designs that can be developed and deployed quickly. Reviews technical specifications with developers to ensure application design meets functional requirements and provides leadership to developers.

• Collaborates on planning, forecasting and resource management for multiple concurrent projects. Manages vendor technology relationships where external services or package solutions are leveraged.

• As a member of the team supporting mission critical applications, be available to respond to all system problems on a 24-hours per day 7-day per week basis

• Ability to multi-tasking and work prioritization is a must for this candidate.

• Works with team members to develop skills and deliver state-of-the-art solutions

• Defines and delivers solutions using PeopleSoft 9.2, Cayenta, Hyperion, and other peripheral applications as needed by business.

• Responsible for on-time month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial close processes.

• Responsible for on-time and flawless execution of payroll processes on bi-weekly frequency.

• Responsible for hub-and-spoke data warehouse model for enterprise data exchanges and reporting

• Oversees governance and project management activities for the ERP and Business Applications space to ensure user adoption, while simultaneously providing standardization necessary for security, compliance and discoverability.

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity, passionate about making a difference with civic tech through ERP solutions and have an excellent record of leading essential business-technical programs, this is the role for you!

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

Competencies

The ideal candidate will possess the following desirable competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history:

Job Expertise – Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.

• 5 or more years of experience architecting and implementing a vision, strategy and roadmap for ERP and other business applications serving Human Resources, Financials, Forecast and Budgeting, Payroll, Recruitment, and other business functions.

• Advanced knowledge and experience managing Enterprise ERP applications such as PeopleSoft, Oracle, and/or Workday.

• Deep technical and architectural understanding of administration and functional capabilities of Human Resources, Payroll, Financial Systems, Forecasting and Budgeting, and other business applications.

• Proven ability to lead business solutions projects to successful conclusion with diverse teams to effectively achieve scalable, secure, and efficient business solutions.

• Establish excellent relationship management and strategic planning skills to work with functional leads and stakeholders to develop product roadmaps and plans.

Project Management – Ensures support for projects and implements agency goals and strategic objectives.

Leadership – Leads by example; demonstrates high ethical standards; remains visible and approachable and interacts with others on a regular basis; promotes a cooperative work environment, allowing others to learn from mistakes; provides motivational supports and direction.

Analytical Thinking – Approaches a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach.

Change Management – Demonstrates support for innovation and for organizational changes needed to improve the organization's effectiveness; facilitates the implementation and acceptance of change within the workplace.

Problem Solving – Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome.

Vision/ Strategic Thinking – Supports, promotes, and ensures alignment with the organization’s vision and values; understands how an organization must change in light of internal and external trends and influences; builds a shared vision with others and influences others to translate vision to action.

Communication Skills – Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people’s ideas and thoughts.

The City of Belmont is currently recruiting for

Substitute Preschool Teacher

(Casual, Part-Time, w/o Benefits)

(Not to exceed 20 hours per week and 1000 hours in a fiscal year)

Monday - Friday Afternoons - 1pm to 5pm or 2pm to 6pm
 

Requirements:

- Must possess a minimum of 12 Early Childhood Education Units
   (Child Development Principles, Curriculum and Child/Family/Community)

-Must successfully pass TB Test, physical and fingerprinting

Desired Qualifications:

One year or more experience working in a preschool environment.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

All applications will be reviewed to select those applicants whose qualifications appear to most closely match the requirements of the position.  A limited number of qualified applicants may be invited to participate in the subsequent phase(s) of the the recruitment process which may include one or more of the following;  written examination, assessment exercise(s), oral interviews, medical examination, urinalysis, and complete background checks.  Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee selection or advancement in the recruitment process.

THE POSITION

The ideal candidate will be a team-oriented problem-solver with a focus on public service. Recruits enter a training program to develop skills necessary to demonstrate abilities to respond to emergency fire and medical alarms, to protect life and property, to participate in fire suppression training and emergency medical training, to assist with station, apparatus and equipment maintenance, and to do related work as required.

Upon satisfactory completion of probationary period, a Recruit is promoted to the rank of Firefighter, with all benefits entitled.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

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

• Under supervision, performs general firefighter duties including, but not limited to:  response to alarms; fire suppression; lifesaving and rescue; vehicle extrication; salvage operations; hazardous materials; emergency medical care; mutual aid assistance; maintenance / inspection / testing of fire fighting equipment; maintenance of  fire station and grounds; participates in required training programs; fire prevention and public education programs; waterway and rescue boat operations; participation in support of the Fire Departments’ various programs provided to residents of Suisun City.

The City of Redwood City Invites Applications for:

Youth Development Leader

(Recreation Specialist)  #20C-9.5

 

Join our team Make an impact on youth in our community by leading youth in various activities Assist in helping students excel in school by providing them with academic support Participate and create recreational enrichment activities that help generate a positive social environment for youth Develop professionally and enhance your leadership skills Gain experience in youth development and education

 

ABOUT THE POSITION

In working for the Distance Learning Program, individuals will have the opportunity to be a part of a team of dedicated development leaders who are passionate about the community and inspiring students to reach their full potential.

 

The City of Redwood City is working with schools to provide youth with opportunities to excel in school and participate in recreation activities. The City is looking for youth development leaders to help support distance learning program in planning, organizing and conducting structured academic support, recreation enrichment activities in a variety of settings selected by the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department. Youth Development leaders typically assist in conducting academic support and academic enrichment recreation activities, as well as assisting with two other components of the after-school program, life skills and health awareness. This position will report directly to the Recreation and Community Services Program Coordinator and will work approximately 20-28 hours per week, Monday - Friday during the school year (August 2020 to June 2021 depending on site assignment). The distance learning programs will be closed all school holidays and district-wide teacher training days.

 

Typical duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Provide structure academic support, plan, organize and conduct recreation enrichment activities for youth.
• Supervise recreation participants, insuring that proper safety precautions are observed in assigned activities.
• Maintain and care for equipment; prepare activity calendars, bulletin boards, lesson plans and/or coaching strategies as appropriate to help promote and plan activities effectively.
• Assist in organizing, promoting, directing and staffing; report to supervisors orally and in writing.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must be 18 years of age; any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education & Experience

• Completion of 48 units of college or pass Instructional Aid Test
• Completion of AA degree or Early Childhood Education certificate is highly preferred
• A passion to work with youth
• Ability to work effectively and develop a team environment
• Some experience in a recreation setting preferred but not required.

Licenses & Certificates

• The incumbent may be required to travel between various locations during their scheduled work shift.
• Possession of a valid California Driver License with a satisfactory driving record is required.

Knowledge of:

• Leadership Techniques.
• Basic Math and English
• Specialized recreation activities.

Ability to:

• Assist students in homework and provide academic support
• Plan, organize and conduct a wide variety of recreation activities for all age groups and genders.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish, maintain and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Must be physically capable of performing job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

A City application is required. Prior to appointment, candidates will be required to pass a background check (at no cost to the candidate) including the following:

1. Criminal History Check
2. DMV Check
3. Fingerprinting

Prior to appointment, candidates will also be required to pass a TB Test at no cost to the candidate.

For the candidates who are under 18 years old at the time of hire, an official work permit from school is required. Once the candidates turn 18, they will be required to pass a fingerprint check.

 

Become a part of the team and join us in building a great community!

“Core Purpose” Build a Great Community Together

Vision A community where people of all backgrounds and income levels can thrive.

Mission Building a welcoming Redwood City through collaboration, responsiveness and excellence.

 CITY VALUES - Our Core Purpose:

Build a Great Community Together

The values that guide us are:

• EXCELLENCE: Passion to do our best in each moment.
• INTEGRITY: Do the right thing, not the easy thing.
• SERVICE: We care and it makes a difference.
• CREATIVITY: Freedom to imagine and courage to act.

  The City of Redwood City is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! The Immigration Act of 1986 requires proof of identity and eligibility for employment at date of hire.   Any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

Definition:

Under general supervision, the Communications Officer, as a member of the Police Department, transmits and receives information over the police and public works radio system; dispatches routine and emergency calls for service; types, records, and files information; handles emergency and non-emergency telephone calls utilizing complex technical aids, such as computer aided dispatch systems (CAD), and performs related work as assigned.

Examples of Essential Duties:

The following statements are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all inclusive for specific positions.

1. Receives emergency and non-emergency telephone calls from the public for police, fire, or other emergency services; determines the nature of the call and the resources necessary to respond.
2. Monitors police radio communications; maintains contact with police units to track officer status and respond to need for additional resources; monitors various radio channels to keep abreast of county-wide police activities affecting the City and assist other county agencies with mutual aid.
3. Prioritizes requests for police and other public safety services; determines availability and location of patrol units; transmits information and dispatches police personnel and equipment in response to calls; routes calls for fire and emergency medical assistance to the Santa Clara County Fire Department.
4. Assists police personnel in the field by quickly and accurately researching and relaying criminal history information and other requested data.
5. Communicates with callers to determine the nature of the call and provide appropriate assistance; maintains composure to ensure that complete and accurate information is transmitted to public safety and medical personnel.
6. Screens non-emergency calls for service; provides requested information or directs callers to the proper person, department or agency.
7. Updates and maintains electronic records and logs of data pertaining to calls and activities.
8. Receives and coordinates requests for emergency Public Works assistance outside of the City’s normal business hours (pertaining to full municipal services in Los Altos, and sewer maintenance requests in Los Altos Hills and the surrounding unincorporated areas).
9. Act in the place of records staff for after-hours walk-in visitors to the Police Department.
10. May assist with the training of new communications personnel.

Minimum Qualifications:

KNOWLEDGE OF: Standard office methods, procedures, software and equipment; Geography of the local area; General public safety communications practices; Principles of customer service.

SKILL AND ABILITY TO: Multi-task and prioritize; Efficiently use radio and other communications equipment; Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; Analyze situations quickly and accurately; Maintain composure and work effectively under pressure; Understand and follow oral and written direction; Demonstrate initiative and exercise good judgment in the performance of duties; Establish, maintain, and promote positive working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public; Work various shifts including nights, weekends, holidays, and intermittent shifts as needed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND GENERAL WORKING CONDITIONS: This position will require the ability to work rotating shifts on an on-going basis, including irregular hours on short notice. This position will also be assigned a uniform to wearing during work hours.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
Any combination of the listed experience and education requirements may lead to a qualifying application. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

• Possession of a High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required.
• Completion of college-level coursework is highly desirable .
• A minimum of one year of public safety dispatching and/or basic clerical experience is required.
• Possession of Basic P.O.S.T. Dispatch Certificate is highly desirable and may be substituted for work experience.

IDEAL CANDIDATE POSSESSES THE FOLLOWING CHARACTERISTICS: Is highly professional, patient, respectful, and ethical; possesses excellent problem-solving skills; ability to multi-task in stressful situations. Communicates effectively and proactively both verbally and in writing. Enjoys working in a small town atmosphere with an engaged public, including merchants, property owners and residents.

Salary and Benefits:

$93,138.24 – $113,210.11 annually DOE

This is a non-exempt position represented by the Police Officers Association.

• Retirement: CalPERS retirement plan for Classic members is 2% @ 60 with employee paying a contribution of 7%. PEPRA employees participate on a 2.0% @ 62 plan, with employee paying 6.75% of the retirement contribution. Benefits based on highest three years of compensation. The City does not participate in Social Security.
• Health Plans: Choice of HMO or PPO plans through CalPERS Health with most family plans covered at 100%. Employees who waive coverage may receive stipend of $350 per month.
• Dental/Vision: City also offers a dental and vision reimbursement plan.
• Flexible Spending Plan: Dependent care and health care reimbursement plan available
• Deferred Compensation: Voluntary participation in either Nationwide or ICMA-RC
• Holidays: 10 annual holidays, plus two floating holidays OR Holiday Compensation
• Vacation: 10 days annually
• Sick Leave: Allowance of 12 days annually

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
A complete City application, cover letter, resume, and testing documents must be submitted online at the City's websiteOpens a New Window..

Applicants must also submit proof of successful completion of either the Criticall Dispatcher test with a passing score or the P.O.S.T. Entry-level Dispatcher Test with a T-score of 50 or above. Please make arrangements to sign up for one of these tests in advance. Lateral applicants that are currently employed as a Public Safety Dispatcher (non-probationary) do not need to submit proof of test scores, however a California POST Dispatcher Academy Certificate is required.

Additionally, A typing certificate certifying a minimum of 40 wpm dated within one year of the application date must be submitted along with the City application. Online typing certificates will not be accepted. If you do not have a typing certificate, please schedule an appointment at a vocational school, or a staffing agency.

SELECTION PROCESS
The recruitment will remain open until filled with a first review date of August 17, 2020. Applicants most closely matching the City’s desired qualifications and organizational needs will be invited to participate in the interview process. Prior to hire, candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, including a physical, reference checks and a complete background investigation. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; However, failure to disclose a conviction will result in disqualification or termination.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Los Altos is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of a person’s race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age or sexual orientation. Candidates with a disability, which may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process, should advise City of Los Altos upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER 
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.