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We will open up the recruitment for Firefighter 1/30/2020 at 9:00 am

Are you looking for an exciting career in Fire Service? The Menlo Park Fire Protection District will be accepting applications starting Thursday, January 31st at 9:00 am for entry level Firefighter EMT and Paramedic positions. The EMT recruitment will be limited to the first 100 applicants. If you meet the minimum qualifications listed below and want to apply, you will need to have (or create) a Personal Profile on www.CalOpps.org (this may be done prior to the posting date).

Minimum Qualifications:
• Possession of a valid class C or higher California driver’s license; and a safe driving record
• Must have a valid EMT or Paramedics License (National Registry or California)
• Must have a Fire Fighter 1 Certification; completion from an accredited college academy (or proof of planned graduation by July 2020)
• Possession of, or the ability to obtain by written exam date, a valid CPAT certificate

*Please note you will need to provide license numbers at the time of submitting your application.

When you join Menlo Park Fire, you will be joining a family of employees that work together as a team and serve our community. Our Mission is to protect and preserve life and property from the impact of fire, disaster, injury and illness. We hope that you will consider a rewarding career with us.

The District’s population is estimated around 90,000 and is primarily a residential suburb that has some industrial areas on the easternmost part. We cover the communities of Atherton, Menlo Park and East Palo Alto, plus some of the unincorporated areas of San Mateo County. The District has seven stations that are strategically placed to provide the most efficient response times. We respond to approximately 8,500 emergencies a year with about 60% of them being emergency medical incidents.

Menlo Park Fire is an equal opportunity employer, providing equal opportunity to all regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, military/veteran status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age or sexual orientation. We offer well-paying careers and opportunities for advancement.

Tentative Schedule:
Written Exam: late February
Interviews: mid-March

Start date: Fall 2020

Description

City of Half Moon Bay
Social Media Intern – Communications / City Clerk Department

Salary: $13.00- $25.00/hour

The City of Half Moon Bay will host an internship position within the Communications / City Clerk Department.

About the City

The City of Half Moon Bay is a Bay Area coastal community of approximately 12,500 residents and is located 25 miles south of San Francisco. The City is governed by a five-member elected City Council and utilizes the council-manager form of government. The City Council appoints a City Manager who is responsible for the oversight of daily operations and provides leadership for the City’s programs. The City currently employs 40 full-time employees in the following departments: City Manager’s Office, Communications / City Clerk, Administrative Services, Community Development, and Public Works. The City contracts Public Safety with the San Mateo County Sheriff's Department.

The City and surrounding Coastside are a thriving agricultural, fishing, tourism, and recreational destination. There is a rich culture of diverse traditions and multi-generational families who have lived in Half Moon Bay for well over 100 years. In any given neighborhood, you will find farmers, high-tech entrepreneurs, and artists living amongst each other as one community.

About the Department

The Communications / City Clerk Department is seeking an enthusiastic, highly motivated, and innovative individual interested in sharpening their communications skills in a municipal government setting. This internship provides an excellent opportunity for an individual interested in enhancing their knowledge and experience in city administration, local government, and community engagement. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to assist in outreach, digital media, and other communications initiatives. Through mentorship and under general supervision, the successful candidate will be responsible to complete specific projects and a variety of ongoing assignments to help develop their knowledge and skills. Some of the various projects and responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Assist with Social Media content and monitoring
• Assist in the development of community outreach programs and events
• Assist with elections and district election community meetings (planning and outreach)
• Support the Communications Director /City Clerk and Communications Program Manager on numerous interdepartmental projects

Minimum Qualifications

This position is an internship meant for current or recently graduated college students. Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities are qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be some completed college coursework with a major in Public Administration, Communications, Public Policy, or Business Administration.

Knowledge of:

• Social Media Applications (Facebook, Instagram, Nextdoor, Twitter)
• Microsoft Office software (Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint)
• Adobe software (Adobe Acrobat, InDesign, and Photoshop)
• Local government operations

Why Apply?

• Growth – we are committed to exposing you to a work environment that will sharpen your writing, presentation, research, analysis, and critical thinking skills.
• Training – this internship experience will provide real-world experience and training toward an entry-level professional position within a city government.
• Mentoring – the selected intern will be mentored by city staff.
• Networking – access to a network of professionals in the field of local government.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in pursuing a career in local government communications. The candidate will be self-motivated, detail-oriented, reliable, punctual, and honest. The candidate will also have the ability to learn new processes quickly and efficiently, as well as a desire to provide services to the community.

Benefits

Temporary position - no benefits

Recruitment Contact

Contact phone: 

(650) 712-1786

Contact email:  

cbutler@hmbcity.com

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:

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.

PRODUCTION ASSISTANT | CABLE TELEVISION

Hourly Salary

$16.46 to $22.00 per hour

(Dependent on Experience)

Learn by doing!
Hands on experience in this unique TV station!

Paid Internship for someone who wants to do Television Production. Sure, go to the big stations and you will get to sweep, file and answer phones. Work at San Bruno Cable TV Channel 1 and you will operate cameras, set up lights, troubleshoot, edit, program and more! Pay starts at $16/hour.

We are looking for enthusiastic people who ask questions. A flexible schedule is necessary, as we have evening meetings, and we tape programs during the day. Must be available Tuesday evenings for City meetings. The Production Aide may be required to work multiple evenings per month. Availability for productions during the daytime is helpful. Office and prep hours may be scheduled as mutually agreeable. Expect to work up to 15 hours a week. A reliable vehicle to get to locations is a must. 1 year prior experience in video production setting necessary. The Production Aide works directly with government clients and will be expected to take care with his or her appearance. A familiarity with the workings of local government and an interest in government would be very helpful.

On your application, please include your resume, experience, availability, and future career goals.

 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
~One (1) year prior experience in a video production setting

 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
~Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California driver's license plus personal transportation to production locations

~Familiarity with the workings of local government and an interest in government highly desirable

BENEFITS
This is a part-time, at-will temporary position with a flexible schedule, and does not provide any benefits, with the exception of paid sick leave. In accordance with the Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act of 2014, all temporary, part-time, and seasonal employees accrue one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, and are entitled to use accrued sick days beginning on the 90th day of employment. Employees may use up to 24 hours (or 3 days) of accrued sick leave in each year of employment.

QUESTIONS?
Email Miriam at localorigination@sanbrunocable.com

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