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Are you a bright, motivated, and skilled Management Analyst professional who values the preservation of open space and public access to preserves?  Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is recruiting a highly qualified Management Analyst II to bring finance, purchasing, policy, project tracking and budget expertise to support Midpen’s mission of open space preservation, natural resource protection, and ecologically-sensitive public access.  This position will support Midpen’s Land and Facilities Services Department by providing day-to-day finance, purchasing, policy, fleet management, project tracking and budgetary support.  These critical functions comprise the working title “Support Services Analyst” in the Land and Facilities Services Department.

About the District: The District manages a regional greenbelt system in the Santa Cruz Mountain region comprised of over 63,000 acres of land in 26 open space preserves, protected for public enjoyment and recreation. The District is a growing organization with a focused mission that guides our work, and where every employee makes an impact.  It’s an exciting time to be part of the District’s team!  If you are looking for a challenging opportunity to contribute to the legacy of open space preservation and recreation, we invite you to apply for this position.  To learn more about the District, visit our website, OpenSpace.org, and view our “Working for Midpen” video on our Jobs page.

About the Position:  The ideal candidate has solid public sector finance, budget, policy, purchasing, project tracking, and asset management experience; possesses excellent judgment, curiosity, and proactive problem solving skills; and has the ability to successfully coordinate and accomplish professional-level administrative and program work. The successful candidate is detail-oriented, yet can see the broader perspective; has a proven ability to build positive and productive relationships; possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills; and provides excellent customer service.  Flexibility and the capacity to comfortably adapt to and manage change in an evolving workplace are a must.

This position provides administrative, budgetary, and work-flow support to the Land and Facilities Services Department projects and programs; analyzes programmatic practices and procedures and makes recommendations for organizational, operational, policy, and procedural improvements; conducts needs analyses, feasibility studies, and evaluations for assigned projects and programs; develops, summarizes, and maintains administrative and fiscal records, including tracking of departmental project status; fosters cooperative working relationships among District departments and acts as liaison with various community, public, and regulatory agencies. Coordinates and performs professional-level administrative and programmatic work in such areas as, purchasing, database management, contract administration, public information, and program evaluation.  Plans, organizes, and reviews the work of contractors and assigned staff performing operational activities within the Land and Facilities Services Department including coordination of the procurement of capital equipment, maintenance of radio communication systems, and fleet management. 

Work Environment: This is primarily a sedentary office classification.  Must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Some fieldwork may be required, which involves the ability to walk for short distances over rough terrain, drive vehicles over unimproved roads, and stand for extended periods. 

Education and Experience:  Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business administration, public administration or a related field, and three (3) years of professional analytical experience, or two (2) years of experience equivalent to Management Analyst I at the District.  Public sector experience is preferred.

Licenses & Certifications Required:   Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.

Benefits:  Midpen provides a comprehensive benefits package including paid leave, insurance and CalPERS pension.

How to Apply:  Apply online at CalOpps.org.  Application deadline is April 21, 2019 at 5:00 p.m.

The CalOpps system will only accept fully completed applications submitted by 5:00 p.m. on April 21st.  The District will not accept applications not fully completed by this deadline.

The following four (4) application items are required:

(1) A fully completed CalOpps employment application

(2) Cover Letter

(3) Resume

(4) Supplemental question responses.

Incomplete applications will not be considered for the position. Applicants with the most relevant experience and qualifications suitable for the position will be contacted for interviews.

Recruitment Timeline: We recommend applicants be available for panel interviews on the following dates:

First Interview: April 30, 2019

Second Interview/Written Exercise in person at our office in Los Altos (no exceptions):  May 7, 2019

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation

by contacting the Human Resources department at (650) 691-1200

Put your passion for Open Space to work!

The City of San José Finance Department currently has two vacant Overstrength Analyst I/II position in the Finance Department within the Purchasing division. 

The Overstrength Analysts will be assisting the Purchasing workgroup that is responsible for the City’s complex procurements (i.e., Requests for Proposal) and contract activities (drafting, negotiating and executing contracts, amendments, change orders, and options). Each analyst will report to a manager to form a “work team” that is collectively responsible for managing assigned projects.
 
The Overstrength Analyst positions are funded through June 30, 2019, and there is a FY 19-20 budget request to make these positions permanent.
 

The essential duties of the Overstrength Analyst positions include:

• Reviewing and responding to customer departments’ for assigned complex procurements (evaluative Requests for Quote, Requests for Proposal) and contract activities (agreements, amendments, change orders, and options).
• Providing administrative and analytic support to Purchasing management staff during the procurement process, such as drafting scripts for oral demonstrations, creating evaluating scoresheets, tabulating evaluation workbooks, scheduling and coordinating vendor meetings, creating solicitations on the e-Procurement system, preparing initial drafts of Council memos and Council action requests, formatting and proofreading solicitation documents for final posting, and other related activities as requested.
• Offering administrative and analytic support to Purchasing management staff on contract creation and management.  Responsibilities include but are not limited to: drafting initial agreements, amendments, change order and options; clarifying questions with vendors and customer departments; formatting and proofreading documents for final review, preparing documents for contracts transmittal, researching and validating data; and other related activities as requested.
• Assisting with special projects such as implementation of the new e-Procurement system.
• Other duties, as needed.

Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District’s Land and Facilities Department has an excellent career opportunity for an experienced and motivated Area Manager who will plan, organize, manage, oversee, and participate in all activities of the Land and Facilities Services Department; including oversight, coordination, and reviews of staff performing maintenance and repair of District lands.  The Area Manager participates in long term and short term project planning; coordinates assigned activities with other District departments and outside agencies. The ideal candidate will be an organized, detail-oriented, and collaborative self-starter with excellent oral and written communication skills. 

About the District:  The District is a regional greenbelt system in the Santa Cruz Mountain region comprised of over 63,000 acres of land in 26 extraordinary open space preserves, permanently protected for public enjoyment and recreation. In 2014, with broad public support, the District secured $300 million dollars of bond capacity with the passing of Measure AA, which serves as a mandate for the District to continue to pursue our mission to “acquire and preserve” open space land and “protect and restore the natural environment” in the lush regional green-belt system near Silicon Valley in the San Francisco Bay Area.  The District is a growing organization with a focused mission that guides our work, and where every employee makes an impact.  If you are looking for an outstanding opportunity to contribute to the legacy of open space protection and outdoor recreation, working with an incredible team of like-minded colleagues, we invite you to apply for this position!  View the interactive story map, Top 25 Future Open Space Project Portfolios, and check out the Working for Midpen video on our Employment Opportunities page.

About the Position:  The Area Manager is knowledgeable in the principles and practices of public land management, open space and preserve maintenance, resource management, managing budgets, prioritizing work tasks, and responding to public; stakeholder agencies; and other department inquiries.  The Area Manager directs the day-to-day administrative functions in their assigned area.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assumes management responsibility for all maintenance and operations functions and activities of an assigned Area, including maintenance and construction of preserves, facilities, residences, vehicles, and resource management.
• Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the Department; recommends within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
• Participates in the development and administration of and oversees Area budgets.
• Serves as a liaison for assigned Area to outside agencies, neighborhood groups, and concerned citizens.
• Coordinates with fire agencies on fire risk prevention activities.
• Provides highly complex staff assistance to the Land & Facilities Services Manager; develops and reviews staff reports related to assigned activities and services; may present information to the Board of Directors and various commissions, committees, and boards; provides staff support to commissions, committees, and task forces, as necessary.

Strong candidates are accomplished professionals with a highly collaborative management style, strong emotional intelligence, and superior people skills.  They are innovative leaders with a hands-on and proactive approach who take the initiative to resourcefully deal with complex issues and continue to build on the District’s reputation of excellence. Ideal candidates will inspire a high level of trust, demonstrate strong ethics and share a passion for the mission of the District.

For additional information about the position, see the Job Description on the District website.

Work Environment:  This position is part of the Land and Facilities Services Department assigned to a field office.  The Area Manager works in an office setting, primarily and will attend various meeting and visit District field sites, which may require hiking through steep terrain and wildland areas and driving in remote areas on dirt roads.  Employee may be exposed to blood and body fluids when rendering First Aid and CPR.

Education and Experience:  Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to qualify.

A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university, with major coursework in park administration, resource management, natural sciences, or a related field.

Experience: Five (5) years increasingly responsible experience in the protection, operation, or maintenance of parks, open space, forests, or public recreation areas and/or related facilities including two (2) years of supervisory or administrative responsibility.

Required Licenses & Certifications: 

Possession of a valid California Driver’s License;

Possession of, or the ability to obtain, Basic First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid First Responder or equivalent certificate

Possession of, or ability to obtain, the level of certification in the Incident Command System Courses as specified under the National Incident Management System (NIMS).

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a District approved Fire Suppression Training certification.

Benefits:   The Open Space District provides an excellent benefits package including health, life & disability insurance as well as CalPERS pension. Please see the Benefits page of the District website for details.

How to Apply: Final filing date – Friday, March 29, 2019, at 5:00 p.m. Apply online at CalOpps.org. 

The following four application items are required in order to be considered for the position:

(1) CalOpps employment application

(2) Cover Letter

(3) Resume

(4) Supplemental question responses. 

Additional Instructions:  Paste your resume in the application and upload a PDF of your cover letter as one of the final steps of your application. Supplemental questions may be previewed at the beginning of the application; we recommend completing your responses on a separate document and paste them in the application.

Incomplete applications will not be considered for the position. Applicants with the most relevant experience and qualifications suitable for the position will be contacted for interviews.

Application deadline is Friday, March 29, 2019 at 5:00 p.m.  Late applications will not be considered, with no exception.

Recruitment Timeline: We recommend applicants’ schedules be open during this time frame for panel interviews at the Districts’ administrative office in Los Altos, California:

First Interview:  Friday, April 12, 2019

Final Interview/Written Exercise:  Tuesday April 16, or Wednesday April 17, subject to scheduling availability.

Estimated Start Date:  May 2019

The Police Department's opening for a Department Information Technology Manager in the Systems Development Division of the Bureau of Technical Services.  This position is a senior level technical manager who will be responsible for overseeing and managing the day-to-day Police Department Application services. This is a hands-on position whose daily activities include management of an Applications Sustainment Support team and maintaining major department wide applications which support critical line personnel. The team currently consisting of 1 Supervising Applications Analyst, 2 Information Systems Analysts, 2 Senior Systems Applications Analysts, 1 Analyst, and 1 Staff Specialist. The Systems Development Division supports a main campus and 20 field offices, ensuring availability and reliability of critical systems is paramount. This position reports directly to the Systems Development Division Manager. Excellent command of verbal and written communication skills is required.

The responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: 

• • Research, plan, and implement best practices and strategies that address the applications needs, or web development, for the Department, including development, administration, upgrade of the various applications used by the Police Department (911 Communications and PD).  

• • The Department Information Technology Manager will be responsible for developing project plans that include research, writing technical requirements/RFPs for procurement, developing best methodologies for system implementation, and creating maintenance and support documentation. 

• • Knowledge of Oracle, Informix, SQL, DBMS and its components with code and programming concepts.   Specifically, the knowledge and experience needed to integrate with other applications from Oracle, Informix and SQL platforms.

• • Knowledge and experience in RDBMS and DBMS on Microsoft Windows Server 2008, 2012, UNIX, Linux, and VMware platforms.

• • Ability to read DB Schema and compose contrived and formal relationships between tables specifically to develop forms and applications and Crystal Report integration.

• • Knowledge and experience using Microsoft Visual Studio or other enterprise development applications to develop ASP, ASPX applications or compatible platforms.   

• • Knowledge of configuration and deployment of Microsoft IIS and previous experience deploying Web applications using IIS.

• • Coordinate Department needs with stakeholders and Police Department Senior Staff, and create a mid-range plan of applications development and implementation. 

• • Provide administrative oversight over the Systems Development Division personnel and contracts. 

Work closely with the City's IT Department in coordinating city wide applications and the utilization at the Police Department.  

The successful candidate will have solid information management experience, strong interpersonal and management skills, and hand-on experience with systems, equipment and methodologies used by police departments.  

Please click the Job PDF button below to view the full job announcement brochure.

Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is comprised of over 63,000 acres of land and 26 open space preserves protected for public enjoyment. In 2014, with broad public support, the District secured $300 million dollars of bond capacity with the passing of Measure AA, a mandate for Midpen to continue to pursue our mission to acquire and preserve open space land and protect and restore the natural environment in a regional green-belt system near Silicon Valley in the San Francisco Bay Area. To learn more about the District, visit our website, OpenSpace.org, and view our “Working for Midpen” video on our Jobs page

About the Position:  The Farm Maintenance Worker performs general maintenance and construction tasks at Deer Hollow Farm in the Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve. Deer Hollow Farm is an educational, working farm with cows, pigs, goats, sheep, chickens, and other livestock.  Duties include performing maintenance and construction tasks using hand and power tools, operating and maintaining Farm vehicles, and assistance with daily Farm operations. The Farm Maintenance Worker will also assist with animal husbandry; greet visitors and provide information to the public; and work with volunteers on Farm-related projects. For additional information, please see the job description on the District website.

Work Environment:  Required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Must have the ability to foster positive and effective relationships with the public, volunteers, and staff. Experience working with volunteers is highly preferred.

Employees work in the field and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, hazardous physical substances and fumes, and poison oak. Depending on the exposure, employee is required to wear head, hearing, eye, foot, face, hand, and full protection equipment. May also involve exposure to wild, and/or dangerous animals. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb to perform work and inspect work sites. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 75 pounds, or heavier weights, with the use of proper equipment.

Education and Experience:  Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:  Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade supplemented by college-level coursework in facilities management, construction project management, or a related field, and three (3) years of experience in construction, maintenance, and/or repair of farm properties and related facilities and caring for farm animals.

Licenses & Certifications Required:   

• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, Basic First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification within six (6) months of employment.

Benefits:   The Open Space District provides an excellent benefits package including health, life & disability insurance as well as CalPERS pension. Please see the Benefits page of the District website for details.

How to Apply: Open until filled with first review of applications on February 21, 2019. Apply online via CalOpps.org.  The following four application items are required in order to be considered for the position: (1) CalOpps Employment application (2) Letter of Interest in the position (3) Resume (4) Supplemental question responses. 

Incomplete applications will not be considered for the position. Applicants with the most relevant experience and qualifications suitable for the position will be contacted for interviews.

Recruitment Timeline: We suggest planning your calendar accordingly, as these are the only interview dates:

First Interview: Friday, March 1, 2019

Skills Test: Tuesday, March 5, 2019

Final Interview: Tuesday, March 12, 2019

Estimated Start: May 2019

The City of San José, Information Technology Department, seeks a SharePoint Product Manager. This senior technical manager is responsible for leading City-wide services that provide enterprise content management, records retention, and collaboration tools. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical experience facilitating SharePoint deployment at an enterprise level.
 
Responsibilities: 

• Develop strategy, roadmap, feature definition, and then deployment for a City-wide Enterprise Content Management and Records Management solution.
• Lead functional migration and modernization of SharePoint solutions.
• Document, socialize, and triage issues and defects.
• Drive user adoption and sustainability for Sharepoint, O365, and OneDrive.
• Close the product learning loop by actively gathering customer feedback, usage and needs and adding them to a prioritized product backlog so that the product delivers the highest business value possible 
• Plan and manage rollout and adoption strategies 

    
If you are looking for an exciting opportunity that presents important challenges, want to help a City thrive through collaboration technology, and have an excellent track record leading SharePoint solutions, 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 competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history.  Desirable competencies for these positions may include:
 

1.     Job Expertise – demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices.

·       Three or more years of experience leading Enterprise Content Management deployments on SharePoint.

·       Advanced knowledge and experience managing SharePoint as an Intranet, ECM/DM and collaboration platform.

·       Deep technical and architectural understanding of administrative and functional capabilities of SharePoint 2007-2016, and SharePoint Online.

·       Demonstrate ability to stay current with Application Architecture best practices, existing and emerging technology platforms, architectural and systems engineering industry trends.

·       Ability to successfully work on and deliver multiple projects simultaneously, either independently or within a small team.

2.     Project Management - Experience managing enterprise projects including project review, develop technical project plan, assign resources, and schedule of deliverables.

3.     Leadership - Promotes a cooperative work environment by acting as a coach and mentor by inspiring and motivating others.  Leads by example and serves as an appropriate role model.

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

5.     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.

6.     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.

7.     Communication Skills - Excellent written and verbal communication skills including presentation skills.

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.   

1.     Please select the areas of technical competency where you have comprehensive   enterprise level experience in designing, implementing, managing, and troubleshooting: (Check all that apply)

                     i.     Office 365 and SharePoint Online

                    ii.     O365 Groups

                  iii.     MS Teams

                  iv.     MS SharePoint 2013 Workflow

                   v.     MS SharePoint On Premise 2013 or greater

                  vi.     SharePoint Enterprise Search 

                 vii.     Windows PowerShell

               viii.     Information Architecture

                  ix.     Taxonomy

                   x.     SharePoint Managed Metadata and Term Store

                  xi.     None of the above

2.     From the technology you selected in the previous question, please describe a use-case that illustrates your hands-on experience with one or more of the technologies. 

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. In addition, please attach your resume as part of the application process. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Claudia Chang at itdhumanresources@sanjoseca.gov

The Open Space District Seasonal Ranger is a challenging position offering a wide variety of responsibilities and opportunities to exercise independent judgment while working on District preserves. Rangers patrol on foot, in all terrain vehicles, and in four wheel drive patrol trucks. Rangers ensure safe public use of preserves and provide visitors information while enforcing District land use regulations and applicable laws. Rangers also respond to emergency calls and perform maintenance and resource management work on District properties and facilities. For additional information about Ranger duties, see the Job Description on the District website.

The Open Space District is a regional greenbelt system in the Santa Cruz Mountain region comprised of over 63,000 acres of land in 26 open space preserves, protected for public enjoyment and recreation. As a small organization that’s mission driven, every employee at the District makes an impact. If you are looking for a challenging opportunity to contribute to the legacy of open space preservation, we invite you to apply.

Peace Officer Standards for Rangers: Applicants must meet the standards for being a Peace Officer as outlined in Government Code Section 1031. Applicants for Seasonal Ranger positions must have successfully completed a police or ranger law enforcement academy (such as the Santa Rosa Ranger Law Enforcement Academy), or have been employed as a California Peace Officer within the last three years by the date of hire. In addition, the candidate must have a current (obtained within the last three years) PC 832 (Arrest) certificate (or the ability to successfully complete a PC 832 course before the Seasonal Ranger start date), and Emergency Medical Responder Certificate or equivalent (or the ability to successfully complete an EMR course within two months of hire).  

Basic Job Requirements: Must have the ability to enforce pertinent laws and regulations; administer first aid and CPR; operate and maintain various power tools and equipment; operate emergency patrol vehicles and two-way radios; communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; and other duties as assigned.

Required Certification: Applicants for Seasonal Ranger must have proof of successful completion of a law enforcement academy by the date of hire, a valid professional rescuer CPR certificate; a PC 832 (Arrest) Certificate (or the ability to successfully complete a PC 832 course before the Seasonal Ranger start date), Emergency Medical Responder Certificate or equivalent (or the ability to successfully complete an EMR course within two months of hire), and a valid California driver license.

Education & Experience: High school diploma or G.E.D. with some exposure to coursework in law enforcement, resource management, natural sciences, or a related field and six months of experience in the protection, operation, or maintenance of a park, forest, public recreation area, or the equivalent.

Working Conditions: Most work is outdoors within the District’s open space lands with exposure to inclement weather conditions. This requires the ability to patrol on foot, off trail, and in rugged terrain.  Also requires the ability to perform all related emergency services and maintenance and construction work on District lands. Shift schedules may include evening, weekend and holiday hours.

Employee Benefits: This is a non-benefited position.

HOW TO APPLY:  This recruitment is currently open. However, it may close at any time without advanced notice, so interested applicants are encouraged to apply. Apply online via the public agency job board CalOpps.org.  Answers to supplemental questions must be submitted with the application.  The next recruitment cycle is to be determined.  Once the next interview schedule is set, applicants with the most relevant experience and qualifications suitable for the position will be invited to interview. Applicants who are invited to interview must bring copies of the required certificates to the interview in order to be considered for the position:

• National Park Service Seasonal Law Enforcement Academy Completion Certificate (Santa Rosa Academy or other federally accredited academy) or certificate of completion from a California POST accredited police academy, or proof of current enrollment in such a program.  
• Current CPR for the Professional Rescuer certificate (American Red Cross or American Heart Association)
• PC 832 (arrest) Certificate (or must successfully complete the course before start date)
• Emergency Medical Responder or equivalent (or the ability to successfully complete an EMR course within two months of hire)

HIRING PROCESS: Candidates selected to move forward after the interview process will be required to successfully complete the Peace Officer Standards & Training Personal History Statement, as well as an in depth background investigation and psychological testing. It is recommended to review the 27 page Personal History Statement and the required documents on the POST website at https://post.ca.gov/Forms#backgroundselect "Background/Hiring" and form 2-251, Personal History Statement.

The District may hire from the eligibility pool established by this recruitment based upon the number of position vacancies at the time of hire.

To view the full announcement for this exciting opportunity, please visit the City of San José’s employment page by clicking on the link below.

Then click on the “Management Recruitments” link. 

City of San José Employment Page