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The City of East Palo Alto provides responsive, respectful and efficient public service to enhance the quality of life and safety for its multi-cultural community. East Palo Alto has significant potential for growth due to its central location, recently updated General Plan, and the securing of additional water supplies. Construction just started on a 25,000 square performing arts center. The City is currently processing entitlements for approximately 2 million square feet of office projects, a 500 student elementary school, and approximately 800 rental housing units of which 250 are affordable. The City seeks dynamic and committed candidates who want to play a leadership role in shaping the growth in East Palo Alto.

The City of Albany is currently looking for a part-time (15-25 hours per week) Recreation Projects Assistant to assist the Recreation & Community Services Department with a variety of programs and events. 

Typical Job Duties

• Keep social media sites and websites current and engaging

• Coordinate and solicit volunteers for events and programs

• Work with staff to coordinate special event marketing and logistics

• Assist with front desk operations

• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

• Three years of experience working in a recreation department, or a related field

• Commitment to building community through programs, events and services

• Able to work a flexible weekday schedule (and occasional nights and weekends)

• Must possess a valid class C California Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record

The Ideal Candidate

• Has experience coordinating recreational programs

• Is proficient using MS Office, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat

• Is familiar with InDesign, and Photoshop, and updating CMS websites

• Has experience with the use of social media platforms to promote events and activities

• Has experience with major special event planning and coordination

• Works well in a fast-paced, often hectic environment, and can meet established deadlines

• Communicates clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing

• Maintains organized records, schedules, contact lists, etc.

• Is detail-oriented

• Performs work involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative, and works well independently

• Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with the general public and those contacted in the course of work

• Solves problems and resolves conflicts as they arise

Benefits

This is a temporary position that is not eligible for benefits beyond what is required by law. 

Selection Process

Interested individuals are encouraged to apply today!  All completed applications will be reviewed.  Based on the information provided in the application documents, the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the selection process. 

The information contained above is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.   The City of Albany  is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against race, color, gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, sex origin or disability.  In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, should special accommodations be necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact Human Resources at (510) 528-5715 at least five days prior to any examination.

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Want to Make a Difference in the Community?
The City of Palo Alto's Office of Transportation is looking to fill a Senior Transportation Planner (Senior Planner) position with a highly-qualified individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and engaging with a dynamic community in Silicon Valley. The Senior Transportation Planner will manage a variety of projects including rail-grade separation planning, coordinated area plan support, updates to citywide modal master plans, Transportation Demand Management policy and programming, and policy updates to various City plans. The Senior Planner will report to the Transportation Planning Manager, assist with development review, help coordinate transportation activities with other regional, state, and local transportation agencies, and prepare for and present at meetings before Council, Commissions, and the general public.

This position is also responsible for coordinating and monitoring the work of consultants planning and designing multi-modal transportation projects, with a focus on building out the City's bicycle boulevard and enhanced bikeway networks.  The City is currently advancing enhanced bikeway projects identified in the 2012 Palo Alto Bicycle + Pedestrian Transportation Plan. The person in this position will develop and lead public engagement strategies in support of this and other efforts working very collaboratively with other City staff.

Under minimal supervision, the successful candidate will perform complex professional planning functions required in the Office of Transportation. These functions include: environmental review, project review, special planning or transportation study preparation, historic preservation, and updates to various City plans. Position may act as project manager on assigned projects, including coordination of the work of other professional and technical personnel.

Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate will be a certified Planner (AICP) with experience in coordinating the planning, designing and construction of transportation projects.  Certification as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Traffic Engineer (TE) is also desirable.  Experience with public engagement and meeting facilitation is desired. Candidates should have knowledge of best practices in transportation planning and engineering, including an understanding of the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices, California Highway Design Guide, NACTO Urban Bikeway Design Guide, AASHTO Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities and other relevant guidelines and publications from Caltrans, American Association of State and Highway and Transportation Officials and Institute of Transportation Engineers.  An interest in bicycling and League Certified Instructor (LCI) certification from the League of American Bicyclists are a plus.

In addition to possessing effective and persuasive communication skills (written and oral) with a wide diversity of people, the ideal candidate will have superior writing skills, experience organizing public engagement plans and activities, analytical experience, ability to direct, coordinate and review the work of assigned team members, and work with demanding and competing deadlines. Good judgment and demonstrated ability to handle sensitive issues with diplomacy and poise are also highly desirable.
 
The City of Palo Alto values the environment and quality of life and has set aggressive mode-shift goals to reduce traffic impacts to the community and greenhouse gas emissions.  The City is already leading the way, with a world-class Safe Routes to School Partnership and one of the highest percentages of bicycle commuters in the United States.  The ideal candidate will work to improve the safety and efficiency of the City's surface transportation network, while respecting all modes of transportation and working to accommodate all roadway users in every project. The enthusiastic, multi-disciplinary Office of Transportation team collaborates to enhance quality of life in Palo Alto while improving equity and environmental sustainability.
 
The City of Palo Alto offers a great work environment with a flexible work schedule and robust benefits package.

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FREMONT - A CITY ON THE MOVE!

Fremont is a well-managed and innovative city, and has recently generated national attention by placing 7th on the list of the Greenest Cities in America according to a 2018 Wallet Hub survey and ranking 3rd Best City in the Nation  to raise a family, according to another 2018 survey by Wallet Hub. Located in the heart of the Bay Area and Silicon Valley, Fremont prides itself on innovation, green technology, a low crime rate, great schools, a low unemployment rate, quality parks and nearby open space, and an incredibly diverse population of over 235,000 residents.   As a full service City, Fremont employs over 937 regular employees and has a General Fund budget of $205 million.  

Fremont is an employer that values its people, creativity, quality service, integrity, open communication, collaboration, mutual respect, and diversity. Employees find their work challenging, yet rewarding, and most importantly, enjoy the chance to make a difference through public service.   

THE POSITION

The Recreation Division of the Community Services Department works within a business model that recovers program costs. The successful Recreation Supervisor candidate is a dynamic, effective leader with advanced knowledge of programming, budgeting, and implementing a variety of recreation services and activities who demonstrates creative problem solving and excellent customer service skills.  Recreation Supervisors exercise considerable judgment in day to day decision making with the scheduling and operations of recreation activities and programming. Recreation Supervisors work in various community services areas including: programming, day camps, community center operations, field allocations, marketing, contract classes, volunteers, and/or special events. Some Recreation Supervisors work within the Department’s  food, beverage, and hospitality facilities located in Aqua Adventure Waterpark and the City’s sports complex. All positions supervise part-time staff and establish positive working relationships with the public and community groups. Recreation Supervisors are accountable for ensuring programs meet the quality and service standards established by the Department and for keeping current on developments in the field and making recommendations to expand and improve activities and programs.  

The position will be filled  at either the Assistant Recreation Supervisor or Recreation Supervisor I level, based on the successful candidate’s career experience  and  knowledge.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Plan, organize and manage diverse recreation programs and activities that may include day camps and special events; coordinate activities with community groups, other  City departments, or through partnerships
- Interview, train, schedule, assign work, discipline and exercise functional supervision of seasonal or temporary employees and volunteers
- Reserve, schedule, and coordinate maintenance of facilities, grounds, fields, parks, or shared space
- Develop and monitor budgets, individual performance plans and marketing plans
- Prepare minutes for Board or Commission and attend meetings as required
- Prepare reports, flyers memos, letters, and other written materials
- Elicit support and/or donations for program funding needs
- Explain and tactfully enforce City and department policies while working with individuals and community groups
- Maintain section webpages on City website, social media, e-mail, e-newsletters  and other means of communication to effectively reach out to the community
- Adhere to all safety regulations and/or protocols for programs, parks, facilities rentals and make suggestions on improvements when needed.

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AFTER SCHOOL COMMUNITY SERVICES ASSISTANT (ASCSA) I/II/III

ASCSA I: $12.36 - $15.02/hr.

ASCSA II: $13.84 - $16.82/hr.

ASCSA III: $15.79 - $19.19/hr.

Multiple Positions Open (part-time, at-will, no benefits)

Also hiring Substitute ASCSA I staff available a minimum of 3 days a week.

DEFINITION: Under supervision, staff will perform duties in our After School Program consisting of an educational, enrichment and recreational environment. Work schedule will NOT exceed 28 hours per week; schedule is generally 11 am – 6 pm (varies from site to site), Monday through Friday and may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualified applicants will be invited to test or asked to provide official documentation to verify they meet the educational requirements.

TESTING FOR THIS RECRUITMENT IS TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED FOR THURSDAY, APRIL 11, 2019.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE FOR ASCSA I:

• A minimum of six (6) months organized recreation, school aged child care, or teaching.
• Ability to successfully lead a group of 20 or more students in both an educational and recreational setting.
• Knowledge of positive behavior guidance techniques and the ability to use them appropriately.
• Ability to create a fun and engaging educational environment for elementary and middle school aged youth.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE FOR ASCSA II:

• A minimum of one (1) year organized recreation, child care, or teaching.
• Ability to successfully lead a group of 20 or more students in both an educational and recreational setting.
• Knowledge of positive behavior guidance techniques and the ability to use them appropriately.
• Ability to create a fun and engaging educational environment for elementary and middle school aged youth

DESIRED EXPERIENCE FOR ASCSA III (SITE LEAD) POSITION:

• A minimum of two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience in education, school aged recreational programming or a closely related field including supervisory experience.  
• Ability to successfully lead a program with up to 5 additional staff members and up to 100 youth in attendance daily; Knowledge of after school program best practices and ability to implement them appropriately.
• Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with school site personnel, staff, participants, and parents regarding program policies and procedures. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The incumbent must have the ability to:

• Work with students in reading, spelling, mathematics, and other subjects, assist with computer skills: Assist in supervising and organizing recreation activities; distribute, monitor, and maintain equipment/supplies.
• Assist in monitoring program compliance with laws, rules, and regulations; Supervise children/participants at park site or facility; lead group activities; Recommend and/or assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; implement policies and procedures.
• Provide information and referrals to program participants, school officials and community groups regarding program being offered; operate a computer and related software; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Perform any other tasks or functions deemed necessary to the daily operations of the employer.

THE ABOVE LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY BY THE EMPLOYER.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Position requires prolonged standing, sitting, walking on level or unleveled and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. Incumbents may be required to lift, carry and/or push objects weighing 25 pounds or more. This position requires near and far vision for reading written documents and in the observation of participants during activities. Acute hearing is also required in providing customer service to public and /or assistance in facility, classroom, or outdoors.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:  In addition to the required minimum experience, all positions must have knowledge of teaching curriculum or learning based programs.  EDUCATION: Completion of 12th grade or equivalent; ALSO 2 or 4 year degree from an accredited college OR completion of two (2) years of higher education (48 semester/72 quarter units) OR completion of FUSD Paraprofessional testing.

LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS: Possession of, or ability to obtain CPR and basic first aid certifications within sixty (60) days of hire are required. A valid CA driver’s license may be required for certain positions. Candidates must be age 18 or older.

JOIN OUR TEAM!

If you are looking for a position that will allow you a flexible work schedule and the ability to use your creativity and people skills? Then this may be the job for you!

The Recreation Department of the Town of Colma is recruiting for a part-time Senior Recreation Leader for immediate hiring who will enjoy exercising creativity, working with Children and Seniors. The Ideal candidate will be available to work year-round, a varied work schedule, including Days, Evenings and Weekends.

Senior Recreation Leaders assist Recreation Coordinators and the Recreation Manager with the Town’s daily recreation activities and programming, including supervision of recreation programs for children, adults and senior citizens. Recreation Leaders do not receive Town benefits and have an “at will” status.

You’ll enjoy duties such as:

• Planning, organizing, leading and conducting a wide variety of indoor and outdoor recreation activities at our park, playground and community centers including after-school programs, teen center, day camps, play groups, special events and senior events.
• Guiding recreation activities for children, teens and adults.
• Actively managing children’s playground activities.
• Ensuring that needed supplies and equipment are inventoried and on hand.
• Setting up and taking down recreational and facility equipment.
• Enrolling participants in recreation activities utilizing computer system.
• Assisting residents with facility bookings and entering reservations in computer system.
• Maintaining communications with parents of participants
• Supervising and directing recreation leaders in daily tasks
• Attending staff meetings.
• Performing light janitorial and maintenance duties.
• Applying basic first aid.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skill and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

• Fifteen semester college units
• Two years of experience in a recreation field.

INCLUDING:
Characteristics:

• Great with children.
• Leadership.
• Safety-oriented.
• Effective communicator.

Knowledge of:

• Methods of organizing, conducting and supervising recreational programs.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Modern information technology including various computer applications.
• CPR/First Aid practices.

Ability to:

• Plan, organize and conduct recreation programs for children.
• Represent the Town positively.
• Exercise excellent customer service skills including patience and professionalism at all times.
• Deal effectively with a wide variety of personalities in situations requiring diplomacy, friendliness, poise and tact.
• Speak and write clearly.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Work a varied schedule including some weekends and evenings.
• Operate basic office equipment.
• Learn Recreation Department Software.
• Establish and maintain effective, harmonious working relationships.
• Understand and work effectively with the public, especially children.
• Learn and interpret specific rules and polices and apply them with good judgment.
• Perform light janitorial and maintenance duties, safely lift up to 30 lbs.
• Attain CPR/First Aid certification within 60 days of hire.

The Town of Colma, Known worldwide as the “City of Souls,” is the smallest city in San Mateo County with 1,600 residents - and 1.5 million “souls”. However, Colma is more than just 16 cemeteries. Colma’s commercial buildings make a distinguished architectural statement resulting from design standards that encourage Spanish-Mediterranean motifs. Colma boasts an old-world charm all its own, from its brickpaved residential streets and ornamental street lamps to its restored historical museum and railroad depot located at its 5,500 square foot Community Center. Sterling Park Recreation Center, which is the location for the after-school children’s program, has a basketball court, playground, large grassy field and multi-purpose room. Within its 2 square mile boundaries, the Town enjoys a strong sales tax base with two shopping centers, one of Northern California’s most complete collections of car dealerships, and a card room. There are two BART stations nearby.

To Immediately Apply:
To be considered for employment you must submit a town employment application through CalOpps.org

Please Note:
The information included in this announcement may be changed at any time. The information does not constitute either an express or implied contract.

The Town will make reasonable efforts in the selection process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise the human resources office of such special needs at the time of application.

All employees hired by the Town of Colma must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will

About this role

We are seeking energetic, creative and enthusiastic individuals to provide one-on-one assistance for children diagnosed with special needs (developmental delays, attention issues, processing challenges, sensory disorders) entering kindergarten through 8th grade. You must be able to work Monday-Friday approximately 4-8 hours a day between the hours of 7:30am-5:45pm; depending on the child’s schedule.  This is a part time, non-benefited position, 30-40 hours per week during Summer months, and 10-15 hours remainder of year. This position is limited to 960 hours in a fiscal year, July-June.

Why Join our Department?

• Our staff are devoted to creating a fun, safe and positive summer camp experience.

• Our Values; Respect, Creativity, Integrity, Transparency and Inclusivity.

What You Bring

• Energy and Enthusiasm!

• Ability to create and implement new idea into an existing program.

• Experience and passion for working with children.

• Education and background in Therapeutic Recreation, Child Development or a related field.

Who You Are

• You have a strong work ethic, customer service skills and works well with others.

• You have good judgment and make good decisions in a variety of situations.

• You are able to communicate well with patrons, co-workers and supervisors.

• You are 18 years or older, or a HS graduate. 

What You’ll Do

• Work one on one with your assigned child and integrate them into our daily camp routine.

• Assisting child or children with arts & crafts, games, sports and other day camp activities.

• Assisting child with diapering and meals as needed.

• Provide excellent customer service.

What We Offer

• Become a natural leader! You will develop your leadership and management skills as you learn to work cooperatively with other staff members, teaching and fostering positive child development throughout the summer.

• Create lasting friendships and memories! You will feel a personal sense of accomplishment and importance as you become a mentor and role model in the lives of children.

• Build your resume! Career benefits as a camp staffer include development of essential management and communication skills. 

Are You Interested? Apply.

Application can be found on our website at www.cityofsanmateo.org or at our Recreation Centers:

• Beresford Recreation Center, 2720 Alameda de las Pulgas, 94403

• Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center, 725 Monte Diablo Ave., 94401

Submit online at www.calopps.org

Application materials will be screened on a continuous basis.

Questions: Please contact Claudia Vega, Community Services Supervisor, cvega@cityofsanmateo.org or 650.522.7475

Fine Print The policy of the City of San Mateo is to grant equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual preference, marital status or national origin.  It is the intent and desire of the City of San Mateo that equal employment opportunity will be provided in recruiting, hiring, training, promoting, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment