About This Role

The San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department is looking for a highly motivated individual to join our team in this newly created classification.  You will maintain fire apparatus and department vehicles for the communities of Belmont, Foster City, and San Mateo. This is a unique opportunity for an independent, organized individual to work with a destination Fire Department that thrives on protecting and serving our communities.

Who We Are

The San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department is a full-service agency that serves the cities of Belmont, Foster City, and San Mateo. The Department serves nearly 164,000 residents daily, with a daytime population of around 230,000. The Department is responsible for nine fire stations, deploys ten front line type 1 fire engines, and two aerial tiller trucks. The Department is partnered with the State of California for mutual aid deployment. Additionally, the Department participates in the San Mateo County mutual aid program including hazardous materials and water rescue response, helping to secure a million people daily. The Department has a healthy collaborative atmosphere and encourages participation at all levels. For more information visit: www.smcfire.org.

What You’ll Do

• Perform skilled tasks in the mechanical repair and maintenance of diesel and gas-powered apparatus, vehicles, hydraulic systems for aerial ladders, and other like equipment.
• Accept assignments received in the form or oral or written communications.
• Determine the nature and extent of needed repairs, prioritize them, and perform necessary repairs.
• Inspect all department vehicles to ensure they meet proper safety protocols and are in standard working order.
• Maintain all vehicles to ensure safe working order for all employees.
• Perform regular servicing and preventative maintenance on all vehicles and apparatus including performing tune-ups, lube, oil, filter, Inspection, and chassis lubrication.
• Diagnose, service, maintain such things as: fire pumps, relief valves, and other control of plumbing equipment (proper certification required).
• Inspect, diagnose, and repair engines, power train components, transmissions, transfer cases, differentials, hydraulic and pneumatic brake systems, steering and suspension systems, and electrical systems.
• Perform welding and fabricating work when applicable.
• Operate all equipment and tools safely and efficiently.
• Perform routine shop maintenance and clean-up and dispose of hazardous materials according to established procedures.
• Keep records of work assignments for bookkeeping and tracking purposes.
• Potentially respond to unanticipated emergencies to make temporary and/or permanent repairs in the field.

For a complete list of duties, reference our job specifications at www.smcfire.org/administration 

To view job announcement, click on Job PDF link below:

Woodside Fire Protection District offers an exceptional Cadet Program for individuals interested in a career in the Fire Service. Cadets gain hands-on experience participating in training and public service events. Cadets work 24-hour shifts and ride-along on emergency calls.

Woodside Cadets will work and be involved in:

Emergency calls, firefighter training, public education events, fire prevention, station duties, CERPP, CPR/first aid training. They must also meet monthly hour requirements and attend monthly training drills.

The Cadet term begins in July 1st 2024 through June 30th 2025.

Cadets must have a valid EMT certification, proof of medical insurance and a valid California driver license in order to apply.

Interviews will be held June 14th and 15th.

THE DEPARTMENT

The Community Development department is responsible for ensuring a sustainable and vibrant community that supports a high quality of life for residents, businesses and visitors. It includes the Building, Planning and Housing divisions, and core services include building permits, plan check, inspections, affordable housing administration and housing initiatives, as well as long-range planning and development review. The Building Division is responsible for managing the building permit, plan check and inspection processes for compliance with all applicable State laws, local municipal codes and related policies involving building construction, which requires a high level of customer service with the public and coordination within and across departments and agencies.

THE POSITION

The Building Official oversees the development of programs, projects, operations, and services of the Building Division, and is a part of the Community Development management team. This position will manage a 13-member team, including a Permit Manager, Building Permit Technicians, Plan Check Engineer, and Building Inspectors, and will receive general direction from the Assistant Community Development Director or the Community Development Director. Successful performance in this role requires professional and technical skills in the core functional areas of permitting, plan checking and building inspections, as well as knowledge of public policy and municipal services, and excellence in communication and leadership. The individual must be able to assess the current needs of the department and look for innovative ways to help the department advance to improve service delivery and meet the changing needs of the community. This will require guiding modifications to the City’s land management permitting system (Accela) to improve processes, enhance customer service and monitor data.

With the adoption of the General Plan Update in 2016 and, most recently, the Housing Element zoning-related changes, the City is expected to see physical change as plans come to fruition. A key priority for this position will be overseeing the building permit process for a diverse range of projects from tenant improvements to new single-family residential construction to hotels to large-scale, comprehensive planned mixed-use campuses. Currently, the City has approximately 775 residential units and 260,000 square feet of life science uses under construction, with over 2,000 residential units, two hotels and more than 1.8 million square feet of commercial square footage approved, but not yet under construction, along with a number of large development projects currently under review. To learn more, visit menlopark.gov/projects. Another focus of the position will be on collaborating with the Sustainability Team to evaluate and develop green and sustainable codes and regulations to further the City’s climate action goal, which is one of the City Council’s top priorities. 

The City of Brisbane is currently recruiting certified Lifeguards for our beautiful year-round outdoor aquatic facility.  Lifeguards patrol and watch the activities in and around the community swimming pool, enforce regulations to prevent accidents, and rescue swimmers in distress.  A full job description is available at www.brisbaneca.org.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:  Graduation from high school or GED equivalent is desirable.  This provision may be waived for applicants 15 to 18 years of age with ability to obtain a valid work permit.

Experience:  Previous experience as a lifeguard, having worked with youth and WSI certification is desirable.

Special Requirements:  Current Lifeguarding, Standard First Aid, and CPR for the Professional Rescuer certificates are required. Current certifications for this program are not required prior to applying for position.

• The City of Brisbane offers a Lifeguard certification program. Contact the City of Brisbane at (415) 657-4320 for additional information and dates for certification program.
• For information regarding other certification courses, contact the American Red Cross at (650) 259-1750 or visit the Red Cross web site at www.bayarea-redcross.org.
• Per the American Red Cross, the minimum age for Lifeguard certification is 15 years old.  Certifications shall be maintained during employment.

SALARY AND HOURS:

$17.06 – $17.91– $18.80 – $19.75 - $20.72 per hour.  This is a part-time position, paid sick leave benefit available. Initial appointments are generally made at the first step of this five step scale.  Hours will range from 15-25 hours per week.  Candidates that make the eligibility list may be selected for shifts as needed throughout the year.  Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays throughout the entire year.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Interested candidates must submit a completed online employment application along with a current copy of your resume and any certifications you may have at www.calopps.org/city-of-brisbane.  Resumes required. Recruitment is OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

SELECTION PROCESS:

Applications will be screened and a limited number of the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the examination process, which may consist of an oral panel interview, department interview, or in the form of a practical demonstration of skill and ability, or any combination of these.  A passing score of 70% is required to make the eligibility list.   Recommendations for appointment from this list will be made to the Recreation Supervisor, who will make the final decision.  Depending on the number of applicants, this process may be altered.  Prior to appointment, a background check, including fingerprinting for submission to the Department of Justice must be completed, as well as TB screening.

The City of Brisbane is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin in its employment actions, decisions, policies, and practices. The duties described in this job announcement are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. This job announcement does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

The City of Burlingame is accepting applications for the position of  Per Diem Communications Dispatcher

This application is for Part-Time employment only.

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 Communications Dispatcher job description.

Are you an experienced police dispatcher looking to expand your horizons and take on more hours? 

Our ideal candidate is an individual who:

• Is currently or recently employed by a recognized law enforcement agency
• Has a minimum of one year successful experience working as a police dispatcher
• Possesses a California POST Public Safety Dispatcher Basic Course Completion Certificate
• Meets or exceeds the POST Public Safety Dispatcher Selection Requirements

This role offers flexible hours, allowing you to contribute on an as-needed basis, making it ideal for those seeking supplemental income or a flexible schedule.

If this opportunity has piqued your interest, don't wait – apply today!

Are you passionate about aquatics? If so, the City of Belmont invites you to apply for one of our Lifeguard/Swim Instructor positions.

Monday – Friday Shifts - NO WEEKENDS!

Lifeguard I / Swim Instructor I $18.95-23.04

Lifeguard II / Swim Instructor II $19.95-24.25

This is a part-time position.  Hours will range up to 40 hours per week with no weekend shifts. Typical shift is from 9AM-5PM Monday - Friday.

Must hold current Lifeguard Training, CPR/AED and First Aid Certificates by June 1st, 2024. With proof of payment, the City will reimburse you for the cost of the lifeguard certification training at the end of the aquatics season if certification is obtained in the 2024 year.

*For more information on Lifeguard certification please visit:

https://www.redcross.org/take-a-class/lifeguarding

https://www.bappoa.org/lifeguard-trainings

https://www.happyswimmers.com/metro_service/lifeguard-certification

• Must be available for paid training June 12 - June 14, 2024

• Must be available for the summer aquatics season June 17 – August 2, 2024 (7 weeks).

• Pool closed Tuesday, July 4, 2024

Do you enjoy giving back to your community? Do you like helping people? If so, then we invite you to explore this opportunity with the City of Pacifica.

The Parks, Beaches and Recreation Department within the City of Pacifica works closely with the community providing programming to youth, seniors and all citizens.  We strive to foster a collaborative and collegial atmosphere among staff while providing high quality programs, activities and events to the community and neighborhoods. We take pride in offering excellent community service while remaining adaptable and responsive to our residents' needs and expectations.

Currently, the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Department has an exciting opportunity for customer service orientated individuals to join our team as a Lifeguard within our Aquatics Division.

If interested, apply today!

This is a part-time, at-will, non-benefited position. Hours are limited to less than 1,000 hours per year.

City of Pacifica

Invites you to apply for the position of:

Recreation Coordinator

$5,747- $6,843 Monthly

The City of Pacifica is seeking an individual to join as Recreation Coordinator for Aquatics Program. This is a fulltime, fully benefitted position with the Recreation Division of the Parks, Beaches, & Recreation Department. Details follow below! 

This recruitment closes on Friday, June 7, 2024 at 12:00 PM PST or upon receipt of the first 75 qualified applicants.  

The Position

Under direct supervision of the Recreation Supervisor, the recreation coordinator assists in the development, supervision and evaluation of a wide range of recreation programs for various age groups; organizes and conducts special events; oversees volunteers and part-time staff; has responsibility for assigned portions of the Recreation Supervisor program responsibilities; and does other related work as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION REQUIREMENTS

The Recreation Coordinator must have the ability to:

• Possess excellent written and oral communication skills in order to generate reports, maintain records, and provide written employee evaluations.
• Work independently and within teams.
• Work some evenings and weekends.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office 365 with ability to keep accurate records, maintain program budgets, complete city paperwork, and communicate with a variety of agencies, vendors, community groups, and members of the public.
• Maintain facilities and equipment used in its programs.
• Travel to different sites and locations.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Organizes, and directs the work of subordinates in developing and implementing broad and diversified recreation programs service to meet community needs;
• Maintains appropriate budgetary controls; responsible for a variety of programs; plans and implements training and supervision of part-time staff; handles the promotion of programs including but not limited to communication with local publications, online media, the City's web site, and social media platforms;
• Responsible for a variety of youth and adult programs including special events;
• Assists with programming, coordination, and scheduling the Community Center and youth activities;
• Work alone, as well as work well with others.

SPECIAL DUTIES

Recreation coordinator positions will be assigned to one or more of the following areas: administration; community sports, aquatics; special events; the Community Center, elementary aged recreation; teens; class registrations and the department activity guide; community rentals and facilities; administration.

OTHER WORK REQUIREMENTS

• Physical Skills: Ability to sit, stand, walk, run, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, twist, climb; lift and carry 50 pounds; use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.
   
• Work Environment: Work in an indoor and outdoor environment; exposure to noise and confining workspaces.
   
• Ability To: Travel to different sites and locations; drive safely to different sites and locations; maintain a safe driving record; maintain a neat and clean appearance. Some positions must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES:

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

• Possession of a BA/BS degree in recreation or related field and one year of professional recreation work experience.
• Basic computer skills needed for reports & recordkeeping. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word a must and Excel skills desired. 
• Proficiency in recreation (scheduling and class registration) software such as Activenet highly desired. 

REQUIRED LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

• Must possess and maintain a valid California Driver’s License
• Ability to obtain American Red Cross First Aid certificate and CPR Adult, Child and Infant CPR within six-months of employment
• Title 22 Certification
• American Red Cross First Aid Lifeguard Certification (including First Aid and CPR) within twelve-months of employment

HIGHLY DESIRED CERTIFICATIONS:

• American Red Cross Water Safety Certification

The City of Belmont is currently recruiting for a Building Inspector I/II (level appointed will depend on qualifications) in the Community Development Department - Permit Center. We are seeking an energetic, enthusiastic and customer-oriented individual who will receive direction from the Cheif Building Official.

The Building Inspector I/II performs building, plumbing, electrical and mechanical inspections for the City enforcing all applicable laws and codes; performs plan checks on residential, commercial and industrial buildings; issues building permits; and performs a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

Compensation

Building Inspector I salary range: Step 1 $7,869.28 - Step 6 $9,565.16

Building Inspector II salary range: Step 1 $8,347.13 - Step 6 $10,145.99

3% salary increase July 1, 2024

Examples of Essential Duties

Building Inspector I/II

• Perform building inspections of existing and new structures for all local and state building requirements; investigate code related citizen complaints and building code violations
• Review plans and specifications for minor building permits; discuss code and project related questions; provide guidance to citizens; address and resolve concerns and complaints
• Check plans, specifications and calculations of proposed structures within the City for code compliance.
• Issue certificates of occupancy after approving structures and installations,
  conduct a final inspection of completed work
• Inspect structures for determination of substandard, unsafe conditions or health hazards
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required

Qualifications

Building Inspector I/II

(Including but not limited to)

Knowledge of -

• Applicable provisions of all local, State and Federal codes, laws and ordinances including California Building Code, California Electric Code, California Plumbing Code, and California Mechanical Code
• Accepted safety standards and methods of building instruction
• Principles, methods and techniques of building inspection
• Pertinent Federal, State and local codes, laws and regulations

Ability to -

• Enforce codes, ordinances and approval conditions applicable to building
  construction and alteration
• Perform building, plumbing, electrical and mechanical inspections to ensure compliance with codes and regulations
• Perform plan checks on residential, commercial and industrial buildings
• Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public

Experience and Training

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

Building Inspector I

• Possession of a valid International Code Council Permit Technician certificate 
• Ability to obtain a valid International Code Council Building Inspector certificate within 12 months of hire
• Two (2) years of increasingly responsible building inspection experience
• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in
  carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC trades, or a related field
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver’s license

Building Inspector II

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid International Code Council Combination Building Inspector certificate in both the residential and commercial classification
• Three (3) years of increasingly responsible building inspection experience
• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in
  carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC trades, or a related field
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver’s license

Class Specifications

Building Inspector I

Building Inspector II