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City of Sausalito
420 Litho Street, Sausalito CA 94965
Attn:  Human Resources Manager
(415) 289-4130   
spaterson@sausalito.gov

PERMIT TECHNICIAN

(Salary Range $4,961 – $6,649 /month)

One Full-time Position in the Sausalito Community Development Department

Application Deadline:  Friday, September 13, 2019 at 5:00pm

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.

Job characteristics:  The City of Sausalito is seeking an enthusiastic, seasoned Permit Technician to provide technical, paraprofessional, and customer support to the Community Development Department.  This Permit Technician provides information and direction to the public on building, planning and engineering issues, processes and requirements; issues building permits; routes and tracks plans to appropriate divisions or departments; and performs related duties as assigned. The successful candidate should have exceptional communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.  Appointments will be based on experience and overall qualifications.

Typical duties for the position include:   

The typical duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Explain zoning, engineering, state and local construction requirements, procedures, and regulations to members of the public at the public counter, on the telephone and through correspondence. 
• Provide complete counter service with the responsibility for maintaining and organizing the counter area
• Review plan submittals to verify that they are in conformance with submission standards and to assure accuracy and compliance with pertinent regulations. 
• Sort and route permit application packages for review by City staff and consultants.
• Perform minor plan checks.
• Calculate and collect fees in accordance with established fee schedules. 
• Issue building permits.
• Maintain the permit tracking system, active plans, and permit records. 
• Serve as coordinator for projects requiring multiple permit approvals.
• Compile approvals and process certificates of occupancy.
• Maintain logs, gather statistics, compile routine reports, and route files.
• Review business licenses for conformance with zoning regulations and issue Occupational Use Permits.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must have working knowledge of:

• Basic vocabulary, principles, practices of the Municipal Code and General Plan;
• Basic building codes; land use; zoning, and construction permitting;
• Basic drafting symbols and conventions commonly found in construction plans;
• Permit processing and fee structure;
• Research techniques, and sources of information related to Community Development;
• Computer software applications.

Ability to:

• Provide accurate information to the public regarding the requirements and procedures for the community development process, including building, and engineering permits and land use;
• Read and understand basic construction plans and specifications;
• Understand, critically evaluate, and interpret architectural plans and specifications, and related drawings;
• Know the principles, and practices, of planning, building inspections, and construction methods;
• Compile and maintain complex records;
• Plan and organize workload efficiently;
• Perform arithmetic calculations accurately;
• Work independently and use good judgment in the absence of supervision;
• Provide excellent customer service; demonstrate tact and diplomacy; handle difficult customers and situations; and establish and maintain harmonious working relationships;
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Requirements:  Any combination of relevant experience and education that provides the required knowledge and abilities qualifies:

Experience: Minimum of four years of increasingly-responsible administrative experience or technical or office support work which involved extensive public contact and interaction providing information and processing documents or experience in building construction which involved extensive exposure to building codes, fees, and document processing. 

Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.  College level course work in urban planning, engineering, building inspection/construction, architecture, or a closely related field is desirable.  Specialized course work in database software, building codes and/or inspection, or related courses is desired.

Licenses/Certifications Required:

• Must possess or obtain an ICC Permit Technician certification within six months of date of hire.

special Requirements:  Must possess: mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, exposure to a computer screens; and extensive public contact.  This classification requires sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time, working in an office setting; speaking, and hearing to exchange information; visual acuity to read and interpret information.  Must possess the physical strength and flexibility to bend, squat, reach above shoulder level, kneel, push/pull up to 25 pounds (boxes, records, etc.)

BENEFITS:

Cafeteria Benefit Plan:  The City offers a healthy cafeteria benefit program including choices among plan options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, and PERS long-term care insurance. 

Leave:  Employees earn 120 hours of vacation and 96 hours of sick leave per year.  Employees in the Community Development Department currently work a 5-40 work schedule and are entitled to 10 paid holidays and 16 hours of “floating holiday” time each year.

Union Membership:  This position is a non-exempt position and is part of the Service Employees’ International Union group and may opt for either fee-payer status or full member status.

Retirement:  This position pays into the CalPERS Retirement System and NOT Social Security.

Application deadline – 5:00 p.m. on Friday, September 13, 2019

• Apply online at www.calopps.org/city-of-sausalito

• For questions about job openings or any topic related to Human Resources, please contact Susan S. Paterson, Human Resources Manager, at spaterson@sausalito.gov or (415) 289-4130

The City of Sausalito is a drug free workplace.

E.O.E./A.D.A.

Under general direction of the City Manager, serves as an integral part of the management team and performs a variety of leadership, supervisory, administrative and technical work in the Planning and Building Department, including overseeing the permitting and inspection process, the design review and planning process and other activities related to the physical development of the Town.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Direction is provided by the City Manager.  Direct and indirect supervision over professional, technical and office personnel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

An incumbent in this position typically performs but is not limited to the duties noted below on a regular basis:

• Provides exceptional customer service; enables staff to perform assigned responsibilities; plans organizes, monitors, supervises, coordinates and participates in the Town’s development processes;
• Oversees, motivates and evaluates personnel; provides or coordinates staff training, schedules staff, assigns and monitors support tasks. 
• Negotiates, coordinates and manages professional contracts;
• Resolves complex and sensitive customer issues;
• Develops and implements studies, reports, recommendations, programs and services that are responsive to the community;
• Provides technical assistance and makes presentations to City Council, boards, civic groups, committees, property owners, the general public, the City Manager and other staff;
• Provides staff support to the Architecture and Design Review Board;
• Prepares and evaluates environmental assessment information;
• Provides technical information on codes, processes and guidelines to property owners, contractors, developers, architects, engineers, other Town staff and the general public;
• Develops and recommends amendments and revisions to the Design Guidelines, General Plan, Municipal Code, and permitting/project approval process;
• Ensures the preparation of budgets and the effective use of budgeted funds;
• Oversees all functions of the department, including applications, fee assessment and collection,  plan review, design review approvals and permit issuance, inspection and occupancy;
• Analyzes, interprets and explains codes, laws and departmental policies and procedures;
• Assures uniform interpretation of, consistent enforcement of, and compliance with codes.

• Serves as a member of Town staff committees, provides staff assistance to City Council committees and other groups and represents the Town at meetings and conferences;

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in land-use planning, urban planning, landscape architecture or a closely related field, and five (5) years progressively responsible experience in municipal planning with at least two (2) years in a supervisory capacity; or any equivalent combination of education and experience, additional education substituting on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.  A Master's degree and AICP certification is highly desirable.  Candidates should have excellent leadership, teambuilding, and communication and interpersonal skills; have a proven ability to effectively solve problems and communicate verbally and in writing, a thorough knowledge of zoning laws and comprehensive plans; extensive knowledge of planning programs and processes; a working knowledge of computer programs;and an ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed mostly in an office setting.  Some outdoor work is required to inspect various sites for which development is proposed.  A valid California driver’s license is required.  Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear; sit; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.  The employee is occasionally required to stand or walk.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to ten (10) pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for one individual to serve as a Mental Health Worker (MHW) for the Adult Full Service Partnership (FSP) Program. The MHW will appeal to those who are passionate about working with adults with moderate or severe behavioral health challenges at their home, the shelter or elsewhere.  This is a field-based position.  The MHW will report to a Program Supervisor.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Assist professional staff by performing routine support services; act as a liaison between department staff, the community and clients;
   
• Obtaining important information about client background and tracking services provided on a case-by-case or group basis;
   
• Identifying client needs and assisting in meeting needs through referral to various Tri-City services that are available;
   
• Work as a partner to guide and provide advocacy and other supportive services; work directly with client’s and family members;
   
• Conducts formal and informal meetings to provide information to individuals regarding problems involved in daily living and/or job search; interviews clients to gather basic information;
   
• Responsible for non-billable activities such as non-clinical outreach caseload, group development, implementation and follow-up;
   
• Ensure and comply with PHI and HIPAA requirements; complete necessary documentation, data entry and participate in a multidisciplinary team; perform other duties as assigned, etc.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for one (1) Mental Health Specialist (MHS) whom will provide mental health support services to mentally ill and emotionally disturbed person as part of the Adult Full Service Partnership (FSP) Program. The MHS will appeal to individuals who are inspired by presented in working with an engaged community by providing participant advocate and case management services to moderate to severe mentally ill adults and is a field based position.  The MHS will report to the Program Supervisor.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Plan and provide a variety of rehabilitative support services to mentally ill and emotionally disturbed persons to attain, restore, or improve physical, mental, or emotional functioning;
   
• Provide assistance to clinical staff; participate in group and individual support programs;
   
• Serve as a participant advocate; provide case management services;  the ability to work in the field to service clients at their home, shelter or elsewhere;
   
• Maintain records of all activities relating to client care and adhere to  billing compliancy standard;
   
• Perform other duties as assigned, etc.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for one innovative and ambitious individual to serve as a Wellness Advocate Manager coordinating peer services throughout Tri-City system of care.  This position will be responsible to plan, coordinate, implement activities that promote peer/family involvement in order to improve access to care, reduce local area disparities.   The Wellness Advocate Manager will report to the Executive Director.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Create a pathway for persons with lived experience to volunteerism and/or employment via training and support; Will stay abreast of legislation and best practices in peer services and advise Tri-City administration on policy and protocols;

• Establishes, leads and maintains an active community-wide Peer Advisory Committee for Tri-City consumers, families/caregivers, and allies.

• Articulates and advocates for the mental health consumer and family/caregiver perspective across all levels of the organization; and makes consumer- and family/caregiver-oriented recommendations to the Agency administration on current and proposed policies, programs, and procedures throughout the entire Tri-City system of care;

• Develops, implements, coordinates and manages strategies aimed at meeting the needs of consumers and family/caregivers for information, education, support, and empowerment;

• Oversees the planning, development, and implementation of a comprehensive system for consumer and family/caregiver involvement within the Agency ranging from services recipient to paid employment; and other duties as assigned.

A completed job description available upon request.

SACRAMENTO PUBLIC LIBRARY
TSAKOPOULOS LIBRARY GALLERIA
EVENT DUTY (ON CALL POSITION) - WEEKEND HOURS (Days and Evenings)
$15.15 per hour

The Sacramento Public Library's Tsakopoulos Library Galleria is seeking candidates to fill several on-call Event Duty positions.  This position works as needed, based on events scheduled in the Tsakopoulos Library Galleria.   The Tsakopoulos Library Galleria is attached to the Sacramento Public Library's Central library (downtown) located at 828 I Street in Sacramento.

If you have at least six (6) months of experience overseeing various functions of events for a banquet, conference or other public use facility, we encourage you to apply!

The ideal candidate has excellent customer skills and experience managing events, such as weddings, proms, professional meetings, job fairs, trade shows, etc.  He/she must have the ability to interact tactfully with clients, vendors and prospects; must be able to effectively enforce health, safety and other facility policies and regulations; is adept at Microsoft Office products and is familiar with a variety of audio/visual equipment.  

Notes:
1.The Library does not hire temporary/on-call staff who are members of CalPERS; e.g.    
  currently working for a CalPERS employer, or have contributions or service on account
  that has not been refunded. 
 

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BASIC FUNCTION
Set- up, monitor and break down events in the Tsakopoulos Library Galleria.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES
(Functions listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)
•Set up furniture, microphones, conference phones; etc.;
•Put out signage;
•Greet clients,
•Connect lap-tops to projectors;
•Coordinate vendor set ups;
•Re-stock paper products in restrooms;
•Ensure vendors and clients are complying with Galleria policies;
•Assist at the end of the events with stacking chairs and putting chair covers on, setting out additional tables & chairs;
•Take notes during the events;
•Ensure caterers clean their areas and remove garbage;
•Secure the Galleria and library at the end of events;
•Respond quickly to emails and send follow-up reports, and
•Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: 
Knowledge of:
1.Basic principles and techniques in overseeing a variety of events,;
 
Ability to:
1.Work cooperatively with others;
2.Work with vendors during event;
3.Operate a variety of audiovisual equipment, identifying event problems and handling them efficiently;
4.Communicate Galleria policies and procedures to existing and prospective clients;
5.Understand and follow oral and written instructions;
6.Ability to work independently;
7.Resolve conflicts with tact and diplomacy;
8.Read, write and communicate in English.

EXPERIENCE
 Six months experience overseeing various event functions for a banquet hall, conference center, or other public use facility. 

EDUCATION
No education required.

Other
The hours will vary between less than 10 to 40 hours in a two week pay period and are not guaranteed. This is limited to on-call assignments that do not exceed 1040 hours per year.

The on call position is scheduled a month at a time but is adjusted accordingly as events are booked and/or cancelled.  The position requires flexibility events begin as early as 7 AM and end as late as midnight. Events are scheduled seven days per week.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This position will primarily be an indoor environment.

Physical Abilities:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee must be able to:
•Lift heavy objects up to 25 lbs;
•Lift, carry, push and/or pull items with a strength factor of medium work;
•Hear and speak to exchange information in person and on the telephone;
•See to read a variety of materials;
•Possess dexterity of hands and fingers to operate equipment;
•Stand and walk;
•Bend at the waist, kneel or crouch;
•Sit or stand for extended periods of time;
•Climb a step stool/ladder and reach above shoulders.

 

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for one individual to serve as an Occupational Therapist for the Child and Family Clinic. The Occupational Therapist will appeal to those who are passionate about working with children with functional impairments in conjunction with mental health conditions.  This position will be responsible for providing a full range of occupational therapy services to children and transitional age youth and will report to a Program Supervisor.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Evaluation, planning and providing occupational therapy treatment to children and transitional age youth. Plan, organize, and implement individual and group occupational therapy programs.
   
• Work as part of a mental health team and provide services to maximize reduction in mental health related difficulties in children and transitional age youth within a family treatment setting.

• Provide therapeutic techniques, including prevocational exploration and sensory integration, commonly used in occupational therapy.

• Use data to develop a plan of care and goals per child and transitional age youth needs; including short and long‐term goals and methods to achieve identified goals.

• Select treatment methods and techniques that are compatible with child and adolescent clients' needs and capacities by assigning activities of interest which will develop desired motions, responses, attitudes, behaviors, or mental function; treatment programs may include individual and group activities such as manual arts, crafts, games, music, exercises, and sensory-motor integration, and practice in functional, pre-vocational, homemaking skills and activities of daily living and other duties as assigned.  

• Maintain and disseminate medical records and reports in compliance with local, county, federal, State, and TCMHA regulations including Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and The Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act, Public Law 111-005 (“HITECH Act”).
   
• Maintain Service Standard Hours in accordance with TCMHA requirements.

• Maintain records of all activities relating to clients’ care; complete clinical documentation in EHR   and compile periodic reports; and confer with supervisor on formulation of policies and procedures.

*A complete job description available upon request.

THE POSITION

**Department looking to hire IMMEDIATELY.  Get your applications in NOW!**

Tri-City is looking for one organized and project-oriented individual to serve as a Workforce Education & Training (WET) Supervisor for the WET Program.  This position will appeal to those who have the ability to supervise, plan, organize and direct activities of the WET program(s).   The WET Supervisor will report to the Director of MHSA and Ethnic Services.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Coordinate, supervise and direct the program and operational activities, inclusive of unit personnel, on a day-to-day basis to meet the program needs;

• Develop and coordinate training programs for Tri-City MHSA staff, volunteers and community stakeholders and arrange meetings, including online trainings as well as in person trainings;

• Partner will school districts and colleges to introduce students to careers in Mental Health and introduce volunteer opportunities;

• Serve as Liaison for the Southern Regional Counties Partnership (SCRP).

• Assist in the design, implementation, and coordination of the Workforce Education and Training program.

• Oversee Tri-City’s social media pages such as Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.

• Recommend program updates to correspond with consumer and community needs, funding, and available resources and perform other duties as assigned.

A completed job description available upon request.

Building and Planning Support Specialist

Non-exempt, Public Works and Clerical Bargaining group

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, provides technical and public information for all aspects of the development review process, which includes planning, zoning, plan review, building inspection, permit issuance and related areas such as housing and code enforcement; provides information to the public at a counter or over the telephone; performs related work as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED 

Receives general supervision from the Building Official and/or Planning and Building Director. 

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is an experienced level class, in which incumbents with well developed office skills and some familiarity with planning and/or building and/or other development review concepts become competent to perform the day-to-day responsibilities of providing development, housing and building information to the public, processing plans and permit applications and providing technical support to departmental staff.  This class is distinguished from the planner, plan checking and building inspection classes in that the latter are professional and/or technical specialists in their areas of expertise, while this position provides support to all functional areas.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Incumbents in this position typically perform but are not limited to the duties noted below on a regular basis:

Provides information regarding development, planning, zoning, permit requirements, housing, code enforcement and related processes to developers, contractors, property owners and the public at a public counter or over the telephone; interprets and applies specific codes, rules and regulations related to the development review process, including building, planning, housing, public works, code enforcement and those of a variety of departments and divisions.

Receives plans and other construction documents for review, ensures that applications and sets of plans are complete and contain the required information for submittal and review and that contractors possess appropriate insurance and bonding documentation.

Calculates plan review, inspection and related fees, collects funds and issues receipts, and balances monies received on a regular basis.

Issues basic permits after initial review and approval of materials where covered by procedures and guidelines such as roofing, water heater permits and simple permits including the renovation of single-family homes.

Identifies and resolves customer problems; directs the public to the proper department or determines the information required.

Tracks and monitors status of development plan reviews; prepares standard periodic and special reports as required; researches files regarding prior actions, decisions and developments activities and other information related to the property under review.

Provides input into departmental procedural and processing issues; recommends policy and procedures improvements related to counter activities or areas of responsibility.

Performs a variety of technical and standard office support work for the function; enters information into an automated data management system; obtains reproductions of microfilm or blueline copies; maintains departmental files and prepares a variety of period and special reports regarding the work of the department.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

·          Standard office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment.

·          Record keeping principles and practices.

·          Business arithmetic.

·          Computer applications related to the work, including data entry and standard report generation.

·          Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.

·          Techniques for dealing with the public, in person and over the telephone, often in situations avoiding conflicts.

·          Codes and regulations related to the work.

·          Policies and procedures related to the development review, plan checking and building permitting processes.

·          Basic planning, building and zoning principles and practices.

Ability to:

·          Learn and perform specialized development support and building permitting work.

·          Read, understand, apply and explain laws, codes, regulations and procedures.

·          Analyze and resolve specific development application, plan review and permit questions and issues.

·          Make effective recommendations for policy, procedure and customer service improvements.

·          Make accurate arithmetic calculations.

·          Maintain accurate records of plans submitted, fees received, bills paid and work performed.

·          Prepare clear and concise correspondence and other written materials.

·          Gather and assemble data and prepare routine reports.

·          Work without close supervision in standard work situations.

·          Use initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.

·          Speak English effectively to communicate in person or over the telephone.

·          Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.

·          Provide financial accounting and reporting support.

·          Serves as the administrative liaison to the Finance Department.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of training and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Graduation from a high school or GED equivalent and three (3) years of office support experience, which has included explaining procedures and regulations, preferably in a public agency setting.  Experience in a planning, building, contracting, public works or a related field is highly desirable.  Possession of an Associate of Arts degree in building, construction technology or a related technical field is desirable, and such education may be substituted for related experience on a year for year basis.    

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for one (1) special individual to serve as a Clinical Therapist I/II for the Adult Full Service Partnership (FSP) Program.   This position is a field based position in which the Clinical Therapists will provides services to clients in their home, at the shelter, in the field, etc.  The Clinical Therapist I will appeal to individuals who are inspired by challenges and opportunities presented in working with an engaged and active community with moderate to severe behavioral health clients. The Clinical Therapist will report to a Program Supervisor.   

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Will initiate and conduct individual, family and group counseling/psychotherapy sessions; provide crisis intervention to mentally ill/emotionally disabled individuals, groups and families;
   
• Provide case management services on or offsite; assist clients in developing realistic plans and advice clients on community resources;
   
• Meet with clients for regular therapeutic interviews, guide clients in understanding of their illness and contributing personal, social and economic factors;

• Maintain records of all activities relating to clients’ care and must adhere to Agency and service billing requirements, etc.; work on a multidisciplinary team to promote recovery and other duties as assigned, etc.