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The City of Brisbane is accepting applications for our summer internships.  Our internships are project oriented and are designed to give college students a good general overview of future employment opportunities and current issues in the Public Sector.  You will have the opportunity for exposure to various areas of City Administration during your internship, as well as have opportunities to network with fellow interns and participate in professional development activities in San Mateo County and/or Santa Clara County.

Projects for 2019 include

• City Administration – Provide research support in the City Manager’s Office on Smart Cities technology.  Review other public agency’s Smart Cities programs, research types of innovation available and propose project design for the City to implement.

Applicants must be college students currently enrolled in and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in public policy, public administration, computer science or other related field.  Undergraduate candidates must have a minimum 48 semester units or equivalent completed.  Applicants should also be self-motivated, have excellent interpersonal skills, able to use Microsoft Office software, demonstrate good research ability and have the ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing. 

SALARY AND HOURS:  Salary range for Interns starts at $15.00 per hour, 25-28 hours per week over a 12 week period.  Start date is flexible depending on student’s availability.

APPLICATION PROCESS:  Candidates can submit their applications on-line at www.calopps.org.  Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.  First review of applications will be March 20, 2019. 

SELECTION PROCESS: The applications will be screened and a limited number of applicants possessing the most relevant qualifications will be selected to participate in an oral interview.  Recommendations for appointment to the positions will be based on the results of these interviews.  Prior to appointment, fingerprinting for submission to the Department of Justice must be completed with favorable results.

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First review of applications will be February 15th, however this position will remain open until filled.  Interested applicants are encouraged to apply early.

Under general supervision, assists in the planning, coordination, and implementation of the activities, operations, and duties in support of the District's information technology network; researches, installs, configures, and maintains all components of the data network infrastructure; implements new systems, programs, and hardware and software upgrades; implements, monitors, and maintains network security; coordinates assigned activities with other departments and outside agencies; provides highly technical and complex staff assistance to the Information Technology Manager; and performs related work as required.

Class Characteristics

This is a single-position class responsible for designing, planning, implementing, and maintaining the District’s computer network infrastructure, including hardware, operating systems, and desktop/network applications.  Responsibilities include maintaining network firewalls, routers, and switches, administering the e-mail system, and providing technical support to District staff.  Successful performance of the work requires extensive knowledge of information technology infrastructure, systems, operations, maintenance, and repair.  This class is distinguished from Information Technology Manager in that the latter has full management and supervisory authority in planning, organizing, and directing the full scope of information systems operations.

Examples of TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

1. Researches, installs, configures, and maintains all network hardware and software, including switches, routers, and firewalls, for functionality and security.
2. Manages network architecture, including local area network (LAN) and wide area network (WAN) technologies.
3. Manages multiple servers, workstations, and terminals, ensuring proper integration of these components with existing system architecture.
4. Implements new systems, programs, and hardware and software upgrades; supports technical requirements of software for users; identifies, analyzes, and resolves software and network problems; researches and selects new software to improve internal information technology processes.
5. Conducts growth analysis and planning to prepare for and minimize costs of system expansion.
6. Designs, implements, and upgrades network architecture to accommodate growing communication requirements.
7. Maintains and troubleshoots networks, systems, and applications to identify and correct malfunctions and other operational problems.
8. Troubleshoots network connectivity problems; monitors the performance of the network system; tracks possible problem areas affecting response time and prepares recommendations for correction of problems and improvement in performance.
9. Provides security authorization for application access and coordinates security maintenance on department computer systems with the Information Technology Manager and WAN administrators or technical support staff.
10. Works with vendor representatives to identify and correct causes of hardware and software malfunctions and to perform enhancements; coordinates the work of outside consultants.
11. Represents the department at conferences on specialized topics and at meetings with appropriate vendors.
12. Coordinates special projects in support of District-wide functions.
13. Manages engine inspection reports for fire safety; posts data and reports to the SharePoint site.
14. Implements, monitors, and maintains network security; ensures proper user accessibility, including remote access through the virtual private network; oversees security procedures; configures and implements security policies; monitors logs for intrusion attempts; secures systems from internal and external threats.
15. Defines and implements network disaster recovery; ensures hardware, software, and information protection and file integrity; oversees backup procedures.
16. Develops and implements backup policies and procedures; performs system backups.
17. Develops, implements, maintains, and enforces policies and procedures for network administration.
18. Responds to inquiries from other computer support staff and from other departments.
19. Identifies opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures; reviews with appropriate management staff and implements improvements; works with District staff to maintain, revise, or improve the overall information technology operation.
20. Maintains and compiles an electronic documentation library of user procedures manuals, technical references, training manuals, handbooks and guides; maintains logs, charts, diagrams, and testing data for the District’s data and voice network.
21. Performs other duties as assigned.

COMMUNICATIONS & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT ANALYST
Town of Portola Valley
Location: Portola Valley, California, 94028
Initial Deadline to Apply: Friday, January 4, 2019
Salary: Administrative Management Analyst Classification - $78,288 to $97,471 annually

The Town is seeking a highly motivated, communications professional with demonstrated interest and success in community engagement. The Communications & Community Engagement Analyst will report to the Assistant to the Town Manager and will support strategic communications, messaging, and Town Council/Committee outreach efforts. This is the perfect opportunity to utilize your communications, event management, marketing and outreach skills in a small community where you can try new and innovative engagement strategies, as well as develop the Town’s identity. You will also help grow the Town’s new engagement app, PV Connect, as well as the Town’s social media channels.

The ideal candidate is a team-oriented, energetic professional with the skills and creativity to generate graphics and content for both print and online outreach materials.  As the Communications Analyst you will have the opportunity to work directly with the community both as a liaison to Town Committees and supporting Committee and Town-sponsored events and activities.

Portola Valley is a tight-knit community known for its rural character, natural beauty and environmental leadership. If you're a self-starter, who isn’t afraid to take initiative and dive deeply into this new role, we would love to hear from you. Join this collaborative environment, with an exceptional team, who really care about the Town and its residents!

DOWNLOAD EMPLOYMENT BROCHURE:
For full job description and details, please download the employment brochure at www.portolavalley.net/employment.

TO APPLY
To apply, please email your resume and letter of interest to Brandi de Garmeaux at bdegarmeaux@portolavalley.net. Please note that the interview process will include an evaluation of writing skills as well as a practical exercise in creating print marketing materials.

San Mateo County Public Safety Communications (PSC) is accepting applications from detailed orientated candidates with a passion for design and technology to join their team. 

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.  For more information about the County of San Mateo Office of Public Safety Communications, visit: http://911dispatch.smcgov.org/.

The incumbent will provide a full range of advanced technical support in the areas of desktop support, production or server support and/or applications support. 

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.

IS Business Analyst II (IS BA) - Limited Term for their Health IT Division.

 
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.  
 

Examples Of Duties: 

• Participates in the modification of existing systems and/or the implementation of new systems by developing, writing, and disseminating procedures that utilize new or changed system applications and by evaluating system modifications in response to operational, program, and/or regulatory changes.
• Receives requests for assistance related to the use of department and/or program systems and software applications; determines severity of problem and resolves or refers to appropriate personnel or vendor for resolution.
• Participates in a variety of system user and work groups to identify user needs and operational, programmatic, and/or regulatory changes affecting application requirements and other related issues.
• Coordinates and directs the work of software vendors to identify and resolve programming and other operational problems; coordinates the scheduling of corrective patches and upgrades between vendors and staff; interacts with vendors, external agencies, auditors, or other staff to obtain requested data or special reports.
• Provides or arranges for the training of staff on the information systems used by the department and/or program; requests adhoc reports.
• Develops and executes system test plans to ensure application performance conforms to specifications; modifies technologies to correct errors and optimize system performance and cost-effectiveness.
• Stays abreast of current trends and developments in system applications and technologies; serves as a technical expert on assigned committees.
  Learns and applies emerging technologies and, as necessary, to perform duties in an efficient, organized, and timely manner.
• Prepares and tracks requests to information technology staff, vendors and/or service providers for routine system changes and reports.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

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The Stanford University Department of Public Safety is currently accepting applications for the position of Database and Web Application Administrator.

Interested candidates should apply online at http://stanfordcareers.stanford.edu Location search: Department of Public Safety.

For additional information please visit our department website at https://police.stanford.edu or e-mail Recruiter Robert Contreras at robertc2@stanford.edu

Stanford Department of Public Safety Support Staff take pride in serving the community of Stanford University – one of the most prestigious universities in the world. We invite you to join us!

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.

The Palo Alto Communications Center is seeking highly motivated, positive, and people-oriented candidates for part-time per diem Public Safety Dispatcher positions. Shift coverage is needed on day, swing, and overnight shifts. This position is only open to candidates with one or more year(s) of experience as a Public Safety Dispatcher in California in the previous five (5) years. Per Diem Public Safety Dispatchers must commit to working a minimum of one (1) shift per month.

The Palo Alto Communications Center provides Police, Fire, and Medical dispatch services for the cities of Palo Alto and Stanford, California. PA Communications also provides dispatch services for Palo Alto Utilities, which owns and operates its own gas, electric, water, sewer, refuse, storm drain, and dark fiber Internet services. Finally, the center provides dispatch for Palo Alto Animal Services, serving the communities of Palo Alto, Los Altos, and Los Altos Hills. Our Communications Center is an exciting, diverse and customer-service focused environment. It is the 3rd busiest dispatch center in Santa Clara County.

Purpose of Classification:
Under general supervision, the part-time Public Safety Dispatcher dispatches emergency and non-emergency equipment and personnel in response to calls for service including Police, Fire, Ambulance, Utilities, Public Works, and Animal Control services; provides information to the public; provides information to user agencies.

Distinguishing Characteristics:
This is a part-time classification of the Public Safety Dispatcher series and receives general direction from the Lead Public Safety Dispatcher. This position performs the full range of dispatch duties with a high degree of independence. Incumbents receive requests for assistance; evaluate criticality and type of response needed; dispatch personnel to assist with the reported situation; monitor the situation for changes and safety of personnel for the duration of the response. Work is often performed under pressure. This class is distinguished from the Public Safety Dispatcher II journey level classification by its part-time non-benefited status.

Essential Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
This is the journey level classification of the Public Safety Dispatcher series and performs the full range of dispatch duties with a high degree of independence. Incumbents receive requests for assistance; evaluate criticality and type of response needed; dispatch personnel to assist with the reported situation; monitor the situation for changes and safety of personnel for the duration of the response. Work is often performed under pressure. This class is distinguished from Public Safety Dispatcher.

Related Functions:

• Prepare special reports as may be required assigned.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
 

• High School graduate or GED
• Ability to type 35 words per minute into a computer terminal
• Ability to clearly read, write, and spell in English
• Ability to project in a clear and distinct speaking voice
• Ability to distinguish and interpret different colors on computer monitors
• Dispatching experience comprised of one year or more of law enforcement or fire dispatch in the previous five (5) years
• Possession of a California P.O.S.T. Basic Dispatcher certificate
• Experience with CAD (Computer Aided Dispatch)
• Experience with Emergency Medical Dispatch and an EMD certificate from the International Academies of Emergency Dispatch preferred
• Commitment to work a minimum of one (1) shift per month

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Considerable knowledge of functions of law enforcement, fire, paramedical care and other emergency services.
• Knowledge of terminology used in emergency radio and telephone communications.
• Knowledge of basic record keeping principles and practices..
• Ability to maintain good working relationships in servicing all levels of City government and user agencies.
• Ability to successfully work within the City's philosophy of customer service.
• Ability to work under pressure in response to emergency situations.
• Good interpersonal communications and public contact skills.
• Ability to read and interpret conventional and automated maps.
• Ability to work rotating shift/hours, including nights, holidays and weekends.
• Ability to pass drug test as mandated by the Department of Transportation anti-drug program.
• Ability to maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include sitting for extended periods of time and operating assigned dispatch equipment.
• Ability to communicate with others and to assimilate and understand information, in a manner consistent with the essential job functions..
• Ability to make sound decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions.

Selection Process Includes:

• Online application with the City of Palo Alto
• Completion of the P.O.S.T. Personal History Statement – Public Safety Dispatcher
• Interview with Public Safety Communications Manager
• Comprehensive Police Background Check
• Polygraph Test
• Psychological Test
• Medical Exam
• Chief's Interview

Working Conditions:

Work in an office environment; sustained posture and intense attentiveness for prolonged periods.