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The City of San Mateo Community Development Department is Looking for a Building Official

Why Join our Department?

You’ll be joining a team of dedicated and talented professionals that strive to provide the highest quality of service to the San Mateo community, in a dynamic, fast paced, collaborative, and innovative work environment. 

The Community Development Department, also known as CDD, is organized into four divisions — Building, Code Enforcement, Housing, and Planning.  CDD has broad responsibilities including, but not limited to, long-range planning, review of applications for new developments, implementation of the City’s housing programs, and maintenance of neighborhoods.  The Building Official will lead a team of focused and highly motivated professionals who work closely with customers, and personnel from other City departments and public agencies.  The Building Official serves as a leader, facilitator, coach, technical expert, and collaborator within CDD, the City of San Mateo, and the community at large.

Look at some of the reasons why the City of San Mateo is a great place to work: https://youtu.be/XNAF7GZUNl8

The Position

The Building Official organizes, directs, plans, supervises, and coordinates the work of the Building Division and ensures compliance with laws and regulations applicable to building construction and maintenance.  The position exercises direct supervision over professional and technical staff in the Building Division.  The Building Official receives general direction from the Community Development Director and/or Deputy Community Development Director and works collaboratively with other division managers within CDD.

For a complete list of duties, reference our job specifications at https://www.cityofsanmateo.org/DocumentCenter/Home/Index/86

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.

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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).

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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.

THE COMMUNITY AND CITY GOVERNMENT:  Sausalito is a beautiful, San Francisco Bay front city of 7,400 residents within 2.2 square miles that serves a visitor population that may be several times the size of the year round population.  The blend of historical buildings, wooded hillsides, sweeping Bay and San Francisco views nestled against the Golden Gate National Recreation Area combine to make Sausalito a community of unparalleled charm and natural beauty.  Sausalito is a General Law City incorporated in 1893 and has a City Council/City Manager form of government.  The City provides a full range of services including Administration, Finance, Police, Public Works, Parks and Recreation, and Community Development.  The City Council and staff value positive relationships with the residents, businesses, visitors and outside agencies.

THE PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT:  The Parks and Recreation Director heads up a staff that includes three full-time Supervisors, three Landscapers, two custodians, a full-time Administrative Aide and a number of part-time Recreation Leaders and volunteers.  A dedicated and energetic Parks and Recreation Commission assists the staff in successfully planning and carrying out a number of year-round special events and programs, in coordinating a varied offering of classes and sports activities, and in spearheading improvement and beautification projects for City parks and public facilities.

The Recreation Supervisor, under direction of the Parks and Recreation Director, plans, organizes, hires contractors and part time staff, and promotes and supervises programs, classes, and events for groups from tots to seniors. The Supervisor will also play a key role in the planning and production of the City’s many annual special events that have become fond traditions in this small city.

The successful candidate must have several years of experience working in recreation programs that have included a variety of age groups and interests.  ONLY APPLICANTS WITH SUCH EXPERIENCE SHOULD APPLY.  Applicants must also have skills for positive interaction with community individuals and groups; display creativity; demonstrate good marketing skills; be capable of participating in community outreach to ensure the success of Department programs; be a team player in a small department and not afraid to “roll up your sleeves” to pitch in on a variety of tasks.  Above all, the incumbent to this position must show his/her enthusiasm about recreation programs and events!

QUALIFICATIONS

Required and Preferred:   

• Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in recreation administration, public or business administration, or a related field and three (3)  years of responsible recreational programming experience gained from performing increasingly responsible activities in recreation, scheduling, event planning, community outreach and supervising recreation aides and leaders as well as volunteers
• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License by time of appointment.
• Prefer a Possession of a CDL with the ability to obtain a Class B California Driver’s License with Passenger Endorsement within one year of hiring.
• Prefer a Possession of or ability to obtain CPR and First Aid Certificates

Desired:  

• Knowledge of theories, practices, principles and programs common to the field of recreation, special events, and leisure services
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of program administration including budgeting, purchasing and personnel management
• Willingness to be flexible with work schedule for occasional evenings, weekends and holidays when special events are occurring; work schedule will be correspondingly altered to compensate for time spent outside regular hours.

Typical duties include: 

• Develop, administrate and evaluate a wide range of recreation programs including contract classes, senior programs, and camps.
• Hire, coordinate, and evaluate contract class instructors and part time staff.
• Interact with local schools, neighboring recreation departments and members of the Sausalito community in promoting programs.
• Administer the budgets for assigned programs and order necessary equipment and supplies
• Prepare promotional materials, fliers, brochures and press releases as well as Social Media posts
• Publish quarterly “Sausalito and its Community Magazine.  Responsibilities include gathering content, writing program descriptions and articles, and editing.
• Technical application of program registration and facility booking software, accounting procedures, website updates
• Monitor trends in recreation programming, community needs and other factors in program planning
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job:  moving, lifting, setting up and taking down tables and chairs, loading equipment onto and off of trucks, tents, supplies and other equipment.

Filing Deadline: December 20, 2019

Monthly Salary: $9,684 to $12,879, plus benefits

The Chief Building Official plans, organizes, supervises and reviews the activities of the Building Inspection Division; participates in code interpretation, plan checking, issuance of permits, and field inspections; and performs the most technically complex tasks within the Division. The ideal candidate will possess strong supervisory skills to lead a team of experienced building professionals. He/she will be an individual who is trustworthy, approachable, honest, and ethical. A Chief Building Official who will create a teamwork-oriented environment that emphasizes cooperation, accountability and responsiveness is sought. Candidates who bring a positive and can-do attitude will succeed in this position.  The incoming Chief Building Official will have knowledge of building construction principles and practices, including detailed familiarity with carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and other building trades; safety and construction standards of the building construction industry; practices and procedures of contracting in the building construction industry; uniform; building, plumbing and mechanical, national electrical, and health and safety codes; and principles and practices of supervision.

Candidates must possess equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in architecture, structural engineering, civil engineering or a closely related field, five (5) years of experience similar to that of a Building Inspector with at least two years of supervisory experience, and Certification by the International Conference of Building Officials as a Combination Building Inspector.

If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please view the job announcement.  To apply, click here or contact Joel Bryden at Bob Murray & Associates (916) 784-9080.