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Serving as the second in command reporting directly to the Fire Chief, the Deputy Chief will provide the management of day-today operations of the District and serve as the Fire Chief in his/her absence. Responsibilities include maintaining oversight of the Operations, Accreditation, Training, Support Services Divisions, and six suppression Battalion Chiefs operating over three shifts with seven stations. Additionally, the Deputy Chief will partner on labor relations issues and attend joint labor-management meetings as well as potentially serve on the negotiating team during labor negotiations. Further, the Deputy Chief will serve as a professional resource and prepare reports for the governing board as well as attend all District Board meetings. He/she will participate in the creation and implementation of short and long-term strategic goals for the organization and advise elected officials on critical policy matters in partnership with the Fire Chief. The individual serving in this leadership role will be expected to be engaged in high-level problem solving while simultaneously empowering others to explore thoughtful and creative solutions. He/she will have direct line authority over the Battalion Chiefs and be expected to collaboratively establish individual and team goals for managers as well as conduct formal annual reviews and evaluations. The Deputy Chief is expected to represent the District in a variety of settings at the local, regional, state, and national levels. To that end, it will be imperative for this individual to be abreast of current industry trends and best practices. Additionally, the District takes pride in developing and implementing innovative programs (including expanding the use of technology in the fire service). The Deputy will have an interest and passion for process improvement and implementing innovation in both fire suppression and administration.

Please see the job description and announcement below.

The Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo is seeking Deputy Court Clerks to perform a variety of legal office support duties for the court's various divisions.

Under general supervision, Deputy Court Clerks receive, prepare, process and file a variety of legal documents for the family law, records, appeals, probate, criminal, civil, traffic, small claims and other divisions of the court. They also perform responsible office support duties adhering to legal codes and court procedures. There are currently several vacancies to be filled in the Superior Court of California.
 
Deputy Court Clerk I ($23.44-$29.22/hr)* is an entry level classification. Under close supervision, the Deputy Court Clerk I will learn departmental and court policies and procedures, legal terminology, and court processes and practices. Incumbents may advance to a Deputy Court Clerk II after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency, which meet the qualifications for the Deputy Court Clerk II.

Deputy Court Clerk II ($25.43-$31.69/hr)* is the journey, or experienced, level classification and is fully competent to independently perform a variety of complex and detailed office and court support duties. Incumbents are expected to perform the day-to-day work with minimum supervision and to exercise sound judgment in applying legal codes, court policies and procedures.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Proven knowledge of general clerical practices and procedures.
• Familiarity with legal processes and procedures.
• Familiarity with basic word processing programs (e.g., Microsoft Word).
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• The ability to understand, interpret and apply court procedures while maintaining flexibility and resiliency in a challenging and changing work environment.
• The ability to work as a team member with co-workers in a cooperative, collegial and supportive manner.
• Experience working in a court setting.

The court anticipates that over the next few months there will be several vacancies for Deputy Court Clerks. The vacancies will be Limited Term positions.  Although the court will be hiring for limited term positions, regular permanent positions are often available after one year of employment. Limited term employees work in assignments not to exceed three years. They receive medical and dental benefits, similar to regular employees, and a defined contribution retirement plan. The eligible or hiring list created from this recruitment will be used to fill these limited term vacancies and could also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, limited term and extra-help vacancies. 

If you are interested in working for the Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo as a Deputy Court Clerk, you are strongly encouraged to apply now!

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

• Receive, review, prepare, process, and file a variety of legal documents for the family law, records, appeals, probate, criminal, civil, traffic, small claims and other divisions of the court.
• Perform varied, responsible and detailed office support duties adhering to legal codes and court procedures.
• Research and respond to inquiries by plaintiffs, defendants, attorneys, government agencies and the public in person or by telephone following established procedures.
• Compute and accept payment of fees, fines and bail; accept routine filings; issue appropriate receipts; and account for monies received on a daily basis.
• Prepare, process, sort, file and calendar cases; make docket entries; and issue legal forms.
• Organize workload, set priorities, and ensure that critical deadlines are met.
• Operate standard office equipment, such as a computer, copier, desk top scanner, printers, fax machine, calculator, telephone and cash register.
• Organize and maintain various files; initiate new filing systems; purge files as required; maintain tickler files; and follow up as necessary.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

The work environment for a Deputy Court Clerk is a "typical" office space that is generally clean with limited exposure to dust, fumes, odors and noise. A video display terminal/computer monitor is used on a daily basis. Conditions can at times be difficult and stressful with frequent deadlines and the expectation to produce high quality work under time constraints. Periodic, regular, and/or occasional contact with employees in other court divisions, government agencies, the public, and/or vendors will require the ability to communicate appropriately with diverse populations regarding inquiries and requests. The ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively with others is essential.

The position has some physical demands, which include working at a computer terminal for extended periods of time; sitting or standing for long periods of time; stooping and reaching above shoulder level; climbing on ladders to access files on shelves; bending, lifting and carrying items weighing up to 25 pounds; working in a fast-paced environment; utilizing normal manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination; repetitively using hands and arms; moving from one location to another; having corrected hearing and vision to normal range;communicating verbally; and using office equipment, including computers, telephones, calculators, copiers and fax machines.

QUALIFICATIONS

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

Deputy Court Clerk I: One year of general clerical, office assistant experience and/or related education or course work.

Deputy Court Clerk II: One year of experience in receiving, preparing, processing, and filing a variety of legal documents such as found in the court or similar legal office setting.

Knowledge of:

• Courts office practices and procedures, legal codes, processes and terminology and the operation of standard office equipment.
• Principles and techniques for dealing with the public, including maintaining a positive public image under stressful situations.
• Basic personal computer usage, including keyboarding and word processing.
• Standard business correspondence.
• The English language, including correct use of grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
• Business arithmetic.

• Apply and explain a variety of legal terminology, concepts and technical court procedures related to office support work.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Maintain flexibility in a challenging and changing work environment.
• Establish and maintain effective, professional and cooperative relationships with co-workers.
• Provide and promote a high level of public service.
• Organize, research and maintain accurate files and records.
• Prioritize and organize work in an effective and efficient manner.
• Operate standard office equipment, including a word processor and/or a personal or online computer.
• Make accurate arithmetic calculations.
• Maintain attention to detail and perform office work accurately despite frequent interruptions.
• Exercise initiative and sound independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Understand and execute oral and written instructions.
• Maintain the necessary level of confidentiality.
• Type/keyboard at a rate of 30 net words per minute.

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION
Anyone may apply. This recruitment is being conducted in collaboration with the County of San Mateo.

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 Pre-Screening to ensure the instructions for completing the application have been followed and the minimum qualifications are met (pass/fail); a Written Examination (pass/fail); and a Panel Interview (weight: 100%). Candidates, whose applications pass the pre-screening, will be invited to take the Written Examination. The top 60 candidates with a passing score on the Written Examination will be invited to the Panel Interview.

Depending on the number of applicants, a screening committee may select those applicants whose education and/or experience appear to best meet the needs of the position. 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 midnight on the final filing date.

The anticipated dates of the recruitment and examination processes are listed below. Please make plans to be present for these opportunities. Applicants will be notified of the final date, time, and place of the examinations with as much advance notification as possible.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE:
Final Filing Date: December 18, 2019, 11:59 PM
Written Examination Date: Saturday, January 11, 2020
Panel Interview Dates: January 27-30, 2020

Please Note: The Written Examination date of Saturday, January 11, 2020 is firm. The exact time and location of the exam will be sent to qualified applicants prior to the exam date. Because of the logistics involved in giving the exam, no make-up exams will be offered except in cases where there is a need for a special accommodation. Please make plans now to be available for the January 11, 2020 examination.

The Written Examination is a basic civil service/government examination. Most libraries and bookstores stock study guides for civil service/government examinations. Applicants are encouraged to review these resource materials prior to taking the examination. Although the Superior Court and the County do not recommend or endorse specific books, job seekers can ask librarians or store employees for guidance in selecting appropriate study aids.
 

Note: Although the County of San Mateo is conducting the recruitment with the Superior Court, this position is not a County position.

The City of Campbell announces an employment opportunity for: Building Maintenance Supervisor

Open Date: Monday, November 25, 2019 

Close Date: Friday, December 13, 2019 at 5:00 p.m.

Salary: $8,554.00 – $10,396.53 per month

Building Maintenance Supervisor: Under general direction, plans, supervises and assists in performance of a variety of building maintenance activities, including supervision of capital projects, at City buildings; and performs related work as required.

Typical Duties: Schedules, assigns and supervises work of Building Maintenance employees; supervises, trains and evaluates subordinates, including full‑time building maintenance employees and temporary part‑time employees; prepares maintenance schedules and assigns work orders; is responsible for requisition and control of inventories of supplies and equipment; obtains quotations for maintenance projects and equipment and prepares purchasing documentation; is responsible for development of specifications for and work performed by contractual custodial services and contractors performing repairs; investigates maintenance problems reported by City employees or Community Center tenants; assists with a variety of building maintenance activities which may include set‑up activities, heating and air conditioning, boiler, plumbing, electrical or pool maintenance, and painting; make minor repairs and contact contractors when significant malfunctions occur; plan, assign, and coordinate the repair, maintenance, and construction of public buildings and facilities; perform routine building inspections; assist in the preparation and administration of program budget; may be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays; and performs other related duties as required.

Ability to: Plan, supervise and assist with activities of a building maintenance program; work well with limited supervision; prepare schedules, reports; maintain records; follow oral and written directions; maintain effective working relations; train and supervise personnel; read and interpret construction plans and specifications;  use the telephone, radios, and computers with repetitive keyboarding, work safely in an outdoor environment; drive to various locations and work and supervise safely in an outdoor environment including hard-hat construction and other hazardous maintenance zones; and work a flexible work schedule which may include evenings, weekends and holidays. 

Knowledge of: Methods, materials, tools and equipment used in building maintenance; safety practices and equipment; principles and techniques of supervision; principles of budgeting related to facilities maintenance; principles and practices of ADA as it pertains to public facilities; and methods and techniques of contract negotiations and administration.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.  College and/or post-secondary training in a related field is highly desirable. Five years of responsible experience involving building maintenance and custodial duties, including three years of experience in a supervisory or lead capacity. 

Possession of:  Valid California Driver's License

Application Process:

How to Apply:  City employment applications may be obtained from the City of Campbell Human Resources Division, 70 N. First Street, Campbell, CA 95008 or by visiting the City’s website at www.cityofcampbell.com.  Completed employment application and supplemental questionnaire must be received by the Human Resources Division by Friday, December 13, 2019 at 5:00 p.m.  We do not accept late applications or applications that are emailed or faxed. Please do not substitute “see resume” on the employment history section of the applications.  Resumes should be attached separately.  Applications that do not include responses to the supplemental questionnaire will be rejected.

Testing Process:

Following initial screening of applications, those applicants with the most appropriate qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please call City of Campbell Human Resources at 408-866-2122 or email salinaf@cityofcampbell.com.

Prior to hire, candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, including employment verification and a Department of Justice (DOJ) fingerprint check. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose a conviction will result in disqualification or termination.

Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process should advise the Human Resources Division upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request. The City of Campbell is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Applications accepted until Monday, December 16, 2019.

Written Exam: TBA

Oral Exam: TBA

Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing a City application.

Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

DEFINITION

Under the supervision of the Plant and Equipment Maintenance Manager, does skilled mechanical work in repairing and installing equipment in the Water and Wastewater systems; and performs other duties as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Installs, replaces and repairs pumps, motors, generators, and auxiliary equipment; levels and aligns equipment to prevent vibration; installs and connects instruments, gauges, tubing, pipes, instrument panels, switches and valves; dismantles pumps, compressors, motors and generators for inspection of worn or broken parts and makes appropriate adjustments, replacements and repairs; keeps written and computerized records of repairs and maintenance services performed; furnishes Plant and Equipment Maintenance Manager with information for parts and inventory control; assists operators and maintenance personnel in the general maintenance of equipment and facilities of the Department of Water and Wastewater Resources; may be required to work under adverse conditions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:           The installation, operation and repair of pumps, compressors, motors, generators and related equipment; mechanical ability and skill in the use of tools and materials involved in the installation, maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment; use of welding equipment and cutting torch; knowledge of pipe and pipe fitting installations; use of appropriate safety equipment and tools and principles of safety and accident prevention.

Ability to:       Safely diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical defects; read, understand and work from blueprints, diagrams and installation sketches; understand and follow written and oral directions; prepare reports and keep accurate records; learn and efficiently use the Department's computerized maintenance information system; instruct others in maintenance and repair of the Department's equipment and facilities; perform heavy manual labor involving lifting, carrying, kneeling, crawling and climbing; work in adverse conditions which require exposure to noise, noxious odors, gases, contact with water and/or wastewater, and risk of bodily injury; maintain different tools and equipment in the fresh water and wastewater systems; interact positively and cooperate with co-workers, respond politely to customers, work as a team member, function under demanding time pressure, respond in a positive manner to supervision, and attend work and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis.

Education:     Graduation from high school or equivalent.

Experience:    Three years of experience in the operation, maintenance and repair of electrical and/or mechanical equipment.

Physical Requirements:       Moderate and sometimes strenuous exertion required, including sustained walking, standing, bending, climbing and lifting.

License: Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License.

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The City of Burlingame is accepting applications for the position of Permit Technician

Our diverse family of employees welcomes you to apply. We are a small city that gets a lot done, and each member of our team is vital to our success as an organization.

We recently asked our employees what they enjoyed most about working for the City of Burlingame, and their responses fell into five general categories:

• Colleagues
• Community
• Location
• The Work
• The Benefits

Browse the Burlingame Welcome Brochure for more information about why employees love  working here or view our City of Burlingame is a Great Place to Work Video: 

Welcome Brochure 

City of Burlingame is a Great Place to Work Video

For more detailed information regarding the minimum qualifications and essential functions of the position, please review the Permit Technician job description.

PSE II – OFFICE TECHNICIAN I

CLOSE DATE: Friday, December 6th, 2019

SALARY RANGE:
$16.31  Per Hour   

FINAL FILING DATE:
A complete application packet must be received in the Glenn County Personnel Department by 5:00 P.M., December 6th, 2019

THE POSITION
The PSE II – Office Technician I position perform a variety of technical and clerical duties and to provide information and assistance to the public regarding departmental policies, procedures and laws at the Glenn County District Attorney’s Office. This position is at-Will, Temporary and Part-Time - scheduled for up to twenty-five (25) hours per week. This recruitment may be used to establish a list to fill future vacancies for the next six (6) months.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Experience:        Three years of increasingly responsible technical and clerical experience. Completion of 24 semester units from an accredited college or university in business-related course work may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

Training:            Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

Application forms may be completed on CalOpps.org or obtained from and returned to:
GLENN COUNTY PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT
525 W. Sycamore Street
Willows, CA  95988
Telephone (530) 934-6451 – Fax (530) 934-6452
TDD – No Voice (530) 934-6444
Website: www.countyofglenn.net

THE COUNTY OF GLENN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. WE ENCOURAGE MINORITIES, WOMEN AND DISABLED INDIVIDUALS TO APPLY. IN ADDITION, BI-LINGUAL (SPANISH, HMONG, LAOTIAN) INDIVIDUALS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. WE ARE COMMITTED TO PROVIDING REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION TO APPLICANTS. QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES WHO NEED A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION DURING THE APPLICATION OR SELECTION PROCESS SHOULD CONTACT THE PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT

Position & Duties 

The Community Energy Department is seeking to fill one (1) full-time Power Resources Specialist I/II position to the Regulatory and Legislative Compliance Division. This position reports directly to the Division Manager of Regulatory and Legislative Policy and will support a variety of Regulatory and Legislative Policy functions. 

Under general direction of the Division Manager of Regulatory and Legislative Policy, the Power Resources Specialist I/II will be responsible for assisting and supporting the division’s engagement in the number of complex electric regulatory proceedings in order to effectively advocate for the business interests of SJCE at the California Public Utilities Commission (“CPUC”), the California Energy Commission (CEC) and the California Independent System Operator (“CAISO”) to protect and advance San José business and community interests.

Typical duties of this position may include, but are not limited to:

• Evaluate regulatory and legislative initiatives to ensure compliance with energy risk management policies.

• Perform energy resource planning and electric utility tariff analysis, policy risk assessment, and provide technical analysis to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws.

• Support the preparation of comments, data requests, written responses, position papers, analytical models, testimony, and exhibits related to a variety of technical regulatory proceedings.

• Maintain and update a short and/ or long-term list and calendar of key regulatory issues affecting SJCE.

• Track, review, analyze, regulatory filings, proposals and policy issues that could impact SJCE and its customers.

• Other duties as assigned.

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.

Salary Information

The current salary range for Power Resources Specialist I is: $80,454.40 - $98,030.40

The current salary range for Power Resources Specialist II is: $87,547.20 - $106,641.60

The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience.

In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Senior Power Resources Specialist I/II classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing, non-pensionable, compensation pay.

Competencies: 

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include:

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

• Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Demonstrates basic knowledge of negotiation skills.
• Analytical Thinking - Approaches a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach.
• Collaboration - Develops networks and builds alliances; engages in cross-functional activities.
• Initiative - Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance.
• Planning - Acts to align own unit's goals with the strategic direction of the organization; Defines tasks and milestones to achieve objectives, while ensuring the optimal use of resources to meet those objectives. Additional Competencies and/or Desirable Qualifications (Competencies, knowledge, skills, and abilities that are more position specific and/or likely to contribute to more successful job performance.)
• Political Skill - In taking action, demonstrates an understanding and consideration of how it will impact stakeholders and affected areas in the organization.
• Vision/Strategic Thinking - Supports, promotes, and ensures alignment with the organization’s vision and values.