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The City of South San Francisco is now accepting applications for the position of Laboratory Supervisor.

Application Deadline:  September 11, 2020 @ 5 p.m. or upon receipt of the first 50 online applications, whichever occurs first. 

THE CITY OFFERS AN ATTRACTIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE, AS WELL AS CALPERS RETIREMENT PLAN AND SOCIAL SECURITY PARTICIPATION.

The City of South San Francisco is a General Law city with a population of 68,000 residents that grows to 110,000 during business hours. South San Francisco is strategically located on the west shore of the San Francisco Bay, in northern San Mateo County, 10 miles south of San Francisco. This City is also located along the Bay Area's main transportation routes, included 101, 280, Caltrain, BART, San Francisco Bay Ferry, and the San Francisco International Airport.

The City of South San Francisco is a full-service city with 12 City Departments including Police; Fire; Parks and Recreation; Public Works; Economic and Community Development; City Attorney; Library; Finance; Information Technology; Human Resources; City Clerk; and Office of the City Manager.  The City has a Council-City Manager form of government with more than 460 full-time regular employees.

The City of South San Francisco proudly remains The Industrial City, a reflection of its steel mill and ship building past.  In recent years, the City has been redefined to reflect the innovative, entrepreneurial and industrious spirit, which has made South San Francisco the Biotech Capital of the World.

South San Francisco’s biotechnology cluster is the largest in the world, with roughly 45,000 life science workers, 200 biotech companies, and over 12 million square feet of office/R&D facilities – with an additional 9 million square feet of new R&D facilities in the development pipeline. 

South San Francisco enjoys a high quality of life with an extensive public parks system, active library and learning programming and a dynamic, engaged community making South San Francisco a great place to live, learn, work, and play. 

THE WATER QUALITY CONTROL PLANT:

The Water Quality Control Plant (WQCP) processes wastewater discharge for the cities of South San Francisco, San Bruno and the Town of Colma. The Water Quality Control Plant is a division of the Public Works Department staffed by 38 employees including: Plant Superintendent and Assistant Plant Superintendent of WQCP; Maintenance, Laboratory and Environment Compliance Supervisors; Senior Chemist; Chemist; Lead Plant Mechanics; Plant Mechanics; Lead Plant Operators; Plant Operators; Electricians; Senior Environmental Compliance Inspector; Environmental Compliance Inspectors, Utility Workers, and two Administrative Assistants.

THE POSITION:

The Water Quality Control Plant Laboratory Supervisor will plan, assign, supervise, and assist in the operations of the Water Quality Control Plant’s (WQCP) laboratory.  This includes supervising and training subordinate lab staff, operators, and inspectors as they perform lab analyses, and perform difficult and complex analyses and other duties as required or assigned.

SELECTION PROCESS:

The selection process will first consist of a review of your application materials, including responses to the supplemental questionnaire. A résumé may be included, but does not substitute for a completed application.  Applications with "see resume" as a substitution for the work experience description; those with unclear past employment information; or those with insufficient information to evaluate possession of minimum qualifications will not be considered.  The most highly suitable and qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the next selection process of an oral interview panel (weighted at 100%), tentatively scheduled for the week of September 28, 2020.  Possession of minimal qualifications does not guarantee advancement in the selection process and placement on the eligible employment list. The eligible list will be used for the appointment of the position. Top scoring candidates will be invited to the next phase of the selection process, which is a departmental interview.

Appeals concerning administration of an examination must be submitted in writing within two (2) business days from the date the event occurred.

Note: The City of South San Francisco reserves the right, at its discretion, to limit the number of qualified candidates invited to the selection process. Admission to the examination process may be limited to those applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications on the application and resume, in addition to an assessment of supplemental questionnaire responses. Applicants possessing the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed admission to the examination.

This general announcement is subject to change. It does not constitute an expressed or implied contract.

To review the complete job descriptions that include all special requirements, please visit the City’s website at www.ssf.net

The Public Works Department is looking to fill two (2) Air Conditioning Mechanic vacancies. The Air Conditioning Mechanic position is responsible for performing HVAC duties at more than 200 civic building sites across San Jose. The position will be responsible for performing the operational support, adjustment, troubleshooting, repair and preventative maintenance of heating, ventilating, air conditioning systems and auxiliary equipment.

This position will require controls experience, mechanical equipment experience, and water treatment experience.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• • Inspecting, repairing, performing preventative maintenance and routine testing of heating, cooling, air-conditioning, ventilating equipment and controls; and chiller and low pressure boiler maintenance.   
  • Operating, diagnosing, and programming HVAC equipment and systems via computer controlled LON/BACKNET Energy Management Controls, such as Schneider Electric, Alerton, Johnson Metasys.
  • Servicing DX refrigerant and hydronic chilled/hot water distribution piping systems and components and HVAC units for commercial facilities.
  • Repairing/replacing actuators, valves, compressors, controls, etc. in a refrigerant or hydronic piping system or HVAC unit.
  • Using safe job practices, including wearing the proper PPE and making the job area safe before proceeding to work.
  • Conducting chemical tests on water and determining potential issues and causes of HVAC piping and connected components.
  • Maintains cooling towers and sump basins as well as filtration systems.
  • Responds to calls for emergency repair service.
  • Maintains operating logs and related records.
  • Replaces sub-assembly units; inspects safety cut controls.
  • Performs other related work as required.  

Incumbents are expected to work independently and exercise judgment and initiative. Incumbents should possess ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects averaging a weight of 50 pounds, or heavier weights, in all cases with the use of proper equipment.

Selected candidate will need to successfully complete a background check.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

PROJECT SPECIALIST

$6,113 - $7,430/mo. + excellent benefits

DEFINITION: Under general direction, the Project Specialist assists in the administration and monitoring of a wide variety of City/Agency/Authority programs, projects and activities in conjunction with pro-active delivery of the Housing strategies. The Project Specialist will provide advice and recommendations regarding program objectives and funding availability in providing Housing opportunities throughout the community.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: The Project Specialist has responsibility for the development of programs, projects and activities designed to pro-actively implement various elements of the Housing Strategies; promotes City/Agency/Authority programs through public speaking and seminars; conducts lender and realtor training/information sessions; participates in the evaluation of various policies for effectiveness; assists in the development of new financing mechanisms and develops new program components; monitors programs and agreements for compliance; monitors funds and prepares reports; assists in the preparation of annual goals and budget objectives; researches housing issues and prepares documents relating to the implementation of programs and projects.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The employee must have the ability to:

• Develop, coordinate, and pro-actively implement programs, projects and activities in conjunction with the Housing Strategies.
• Identify and seek housing related funding through grants from federal, state, local, and private sources; facilitate and monitor the implementation of said funding.
• Analyze and evaluate federal, state, and regional housing programs for the purpose of developing plans and procedures to implement changes and/or new programs.
• Collect, analyze, and evaluate data to assess local housing needs.
• Prepare detailed and comprehensive reports, as required.
• Make presentations to the City Council, outside agencies, the public and business community.
• Assist in the implementation, management and coordination of Department goals and objectives.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• 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 sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in preparing reports using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision when preparing and reading written reports and other work related documents. Acute hearing is also required when providing phone and counter assistance.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES: A combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. The employee must have the knowledge of Federal and State funded development programs such as Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Home and other housing and economic development (business development and retention) programs; housing finance, banking and underwriting procedures and guidelines; bond financing techniques and requirements; California Redevelopment Law with respect to housing requirements; research methods, techniques and practices; principles, practices and techniques of housing and community development grant administration; effective customer service techniques and principles. EXPERIENCE: Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in Housing experience. EDUCATION: A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized college or university with major coursework in planning, public administration, business administration, economics or a closely related field. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: Possession of, and continuously throughout employment, a valid CA Class “C” Driver’s License.

Under general direction, provides administrative and program support to the Town Clerk in the preparation of Town Council agendas, minutes, actions, ordinances, and resolutions, in the maintenance of official documents and records, in the administration of Town elections, and in overseeing the day-to-day activities, services, and operations of the Town Clerk’s function; provides varied technical, complex, specialized, and confidential office administrative support to the Town Clerk and other Town departments as assigned; coordinates assigned activities with those of other Town departments; acts for the Town Clerk on a relief basis; and performs related duties, as assigned. 

About the Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:
• Assists in overseeing and performing functions of the day-to-day operations of the Town Clerk’s office, including the maintenance of administrative files, resolutions, ordinances, contacts, agreements, deeds, annexations, and other official documents; performs mandated and other Town Clerk duties in the absence of the Town Clerk.
• Monitors operations and activities of assigned programs; recommends improvements and modifications and prepares various reports on operations and activities.
• Maintains and implements the Town’s records management program; ensures legal compliance with retention schedules for Town records.
• Ensures compliance with the Public Records Act, the Freedom of Information Act, and the Brown Act; reviews and monitors legal requests for records; ensures that all public records are open to inspection at all times during office hours and that every person’s right to inspect any public record of the Town is upheld.
• Assists with preparation of Town Council meeting agendas and tentative agendas; assists in the assembly and distribution of agenda packets; prepares Council and Agency packets and approved resolutions, ordinances, and meeting minutes for archiving.
• Oversees the preparation, receipt, review, and processing of various reports and records; oversees and participates in processing business license applications.
• Provides assistance to the public and Town staff by helping to identify records and information relevant to requests; ensures timely response to all requests and communicates in writing with any requestor in cases of unusual requests that may cause delays in obtaining all requested information; justifies any nondisclosure and/or ensures deletion of any portions that are exempt from the mandate of the Public Records Act.
• Performs complex records management activities, including assigning record codes to documents, imaging and/or filing, storage, and destroying Town records.
• Assists in planning and conducting Town municipal elections as required by state law; participates in all election events.
• Assists in organizing, administering, maintaining, and monitoring all required Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) filings and election campaign disclosure statements.
• Administers policies and procedures and monitors filings of campaign statements for candidates, Council members, and all active committees as requested by state law; distributes forms and monitors filing of Statements of Economic Interests as required under the Political Reform Act of 1974; maintains a comprehensive list of designated employees under the Town Conflict of Interest Code.
DEPUTY TOWN CLERK
Closing Date: August 27, 2020 at 5:00 PM

Under general direction, plans, organizes, oversees, coordinates, and manages the staff and programs of the Division, including plan review, building inspection, enforcement, and permit processing and the public counter staff; ensures compliance with standards to safeguard public safety and property related to construction, design, quality of material, use, occupancy, location, and maintenance of structures; manages the effective use of division resources to improve organizational productivity and customer service; provides complex and responsible support to the Director of Community Development in areas of expertise; and performs related duties as assigned. 

About the Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:
• Plans, manages, and oversees the daily functions, operations, and activities of the Building Division, including plan review, building inspection, enforcement, and permit processing and the public counter staff.
• Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the division; recommends within division policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
• Participates in the development, administration, and oversight of division budget; determines funding needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; ensures compliance with budgeted funding.
• Develops and standardizes procedures and methods to improve and continuously monitor the efficiency and effectiveness of assigned programs, service delivery methods, and procedures; assesses and monitors workload, administrative, and support
systems, and internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities and makes recommendations for improvement.
• Participates in the selection of, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel; works with employees to correct deficiencies; recommends and implements discipline and termination procedures.
• Develops and manages requests for proposals for professional and/or contracted services; prepares scope of work and any technical specifications; evaluates proposals and recommends award; negotiates contracts; administers contracts to ensure compliance with Town specifications and service quality.
• Advises staff on interpretation and application of state and local codes and regulations, plans, and specifications to safeguard public safety and property related to construction, design, quality of material, use, occupancy, location, and maintenance of structures.
• Serves as source of information for property owners, developers, architects, engineers, contractors, and the general public regarding plan review, building inspection, enforcement, and permitting programs and functions; represents the division, department, and Town in disputes and litigations; facilitates community participation through a continual dialogue with residents on major projects.
• Assists with difficult field inspections, reviews inspections and decisions when unusual circumstances exist; meets with customers to interpret and explain the plan review, permitting, and inspection processes; provides clarification and responds to questions pertaining to plans review comments and inspection results.
• Prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence related to assigned activities and services; presents reports to various commissions, committees, and boards.

Under general supervision, performs a variety of complex administrative and office support duties of considerable complexity requiring thorough knowledge of assigned department, its procedures, and operational details; provides information to the public and staff; and performs related duties as assigned.

Specific responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:
• Prepares and processes various documents requiring knowledge of assigned department’s programs/projects, operations, and services and the ability to explain, interpret, and apply federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, codes, ordinances, and Town policies and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
• Screens calls, visitors, and mail; responds to complaints and requests for information; assists in interpreting and applying regulations, policies, procedures, systems, rules, and precedents in response to inquiries and complaints from the public; directs callers to appropriate Town staff; assists the public and directs the public to appropriate locations/staff.
• Serves as the point of contact for assigned department; receives, processes, and responds to public records requests, complaints, and other requests for information; researches and organizes information; ensures compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Performs various accounting support work such as monitoring budgets, purchase order, and account balances; determining and calculating required fees; processing, reconciling, and verifying cash and monies expended and received; processing and auditing reimbursements, payment vouchers, check requests, and invoices; generating purchase orders; and allocating general ledger codes in accordance with Town policies and procedures.
• Verifies and reviews forms and reports for completeness and conformance with established regulations and procedures; applies departmental policies and procedures in determining completeness of applications, records, and files.
• Organizes and maintains accurate and detailed databases, files, and records, verifies accuracy of information, researches discrepancies, and records information; ensures compliance with established records retention schedules including archiving, scanning, and destructing files.
• Designs, creates, and edits a variety of documents, including correspondence, letters, memos, agendas, reports, lists, forms, schedules, flyers, event materials, and reports.
• Researches, summarizes, and interprets data from various sources and prepares a variety of statistical and narrative reports according to established procedures and practices; may submit reports to various local, state, and federal regulatory agencies.
• Serves as recording secretary and provides staff support for assigned boards, committees, and commissions including preparing, posting, and distributing public hearing notices, agendas, and informational packets, preparing staff reports, coordinating meeting logistics and room set-up, attending meetings, taking and transcribing minutes, and processing action items; prepares and posts public and legal noticing related to board, committee, and commission actions.
• Performs a variety of office support duties such as scheduling and coordinating meetings, conferences, and trainings; coordinating travel arrangements; opening and routing mail; and ordering and maintaining equipment, office supplies, and other related supplies.
• Maintains department personnel files, including processing personnel action forms and sensitive/confidential personnel issues, preparing supervisor generated performance evaluation forms, processing accident/incident/workers’ compensation claim forms, filing pertinent documents, maintaining files in a secure location, and providing information to supervisors and managers.

Specific responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:
• Conducts field inspections of residential and commercial sites at various stages of construction, alteration, and repair for conformance to state and local building, plumbing, electrical, housing, energy conservation, and wastewater codes, plans, specifications, standards, and drawings.
• Inspects construction framing, foundations, grading, mechanical systems, and electrical, plumbing, and sanitary sewer installations on new construction and alterations to verify code compliance.
• Inspects setbacks from property lines and boundary determinations to ensure compliance with approved plans, construction codes, and zoning ordinances.
• Issues correction notices, stop-work notices, and citations according to established building inspection policies and procedures.
• Conducts follow-up inspections to ensure compliance; conducts and approves final inspections.
• Reviews construction and/or alteration plans of residential and commercial structures and septic system to determine compliance of plans to established codes and regulations; reviews proposed subdivisions for code compliance.
• Performs surface water and ground water sampling.
• Investigates complaints regarding existing buildings or new construction to determine if code violations or problem conditions exist.
• Maintains files, databases, and records related to building inspection activities.
• Prepares a variety of written reports, memoranda, and correspondence.
• Advises and provides information to property owners, developers, architects, engineers, and contractors regarding building inspection requirements, in person and over the counter and telephone; assists the public in the permit application and issuance processes, coordinating and scheduling inspections, plan review, and other developmental processes; responds to questions, complaints, and inquiries.
• Enforces business license, business occupancy, and related codes and regulations as referred by the Finance Department.
• Monitors and interprets changes in building code requirements and new construction techniques.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

For more information and to apply, please visit:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Cupertino

ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES ANALYST II (Emergency Preparedness Program)

CLOSE DATE: Friday, August 7, 2020

SALARY RANGE:
II – $24.17-$29.39  Per Hour   
(New employees should anticipate being hired at the beginning of the salary range.)

FINAL FILING DATE:
A complete application packet must be received in the Glenn County Personnel Department by 5:00 P.M., Friday, August 7th, 2020

THE POSITION
The Administrative Services Analyst II position at the Glenn County Health & Human Service Agency performs moderately difficult and complex administrative and analytical work that may involve and/or emphasize the functional areas of: general and administrative support, fiscal and contract management, program analysis and compliance, staff development and training; Incumbents gather, tabulate, analyze, and chart data; interview and consult with departmental officials, employees, and others to give and receive information; prepare reports and make recommendations on procedures, policies, and program/functional issues and alternatives; prepare correspondence and performs other related duties as required. This position will be working in the Emergency Preparedness Program. This position is scheduled for forty (40) hours per week. This recruitment may be used to establish a list to fill future vacancies for the next six (6) months.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Experience:        

Either one (1) year as an Administrative Services Analyst I in Glenn County; or three (3) years of professional analytical journey level experience in any of the functional areas required by the position: general and administrative support, fiscal and contract management, program analysis and compliance or staff development and training.

Training:        

Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, public administration, accounting, finance, organizational development, social work, education, human resources or a closely related field. Substitution:  Additional professional level experience in any of the functional areas noted above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years.

All applicants are encouraged to review a detailed job description available at http://www.countyofglenn.net/dept/personnel/job-opportunities/job-descriptions and apply only if they clearly meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.

APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS/INFORMATION - A COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKET MUST INCLUDE:
*     A Glenn County Employment Application        *    Résumé
*     Transcripts and/or Certificates                         *    Cover Letter

It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure applications are received at the Glenn County Personnel Office by 5:00 P.M., Friday, August 07, 2020.
GLENN COUNTY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION:  Application forms must be filled out completely; please do not include “refer to resume” on the application. All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification. A separate application must be filed for each position.

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

RESIDENCE REQUIREMENTS: There is no residence requirement except certain positions may require the employee to reside within a reasonable commuting distance.
TRAVEL AND RELATED EXPENSES: Glenn County does not reimburse applicants for any travel or related expenses incurred in connection with applying for employment.
MEDICAL EXAMINATION: Applicants may be required to pass a medical examination and fingerprinting as a condition of employment or promotion. Medical exams may include a fitness exam and a drug & alcohol screen.
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver’s license. See Training and Experience for any additional required license or certification.
DEGREE OR CERTIFICATIONS: Copies of all required degrees and/or certifications, as outlined in the job description, must be provided.  Please include copies of all required educational degrees beyond high school and special requirement documents such as certificates, licensures, etc. in your job application packet.
SELECTION PROCESS:  The selection process may consist of an application evaluation, oral examination, written exam and fingerprinting process. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in an interview wherein their qualifications for this position will be reviewed in more detail. Additional testing may be applicable. If you are selected for an interview, you will automatically be contacted.
Eligible lists are used for Full-Time (40 hrs./wk. with benefits), Part-Time (20-39 hrs./wk. with benefits), and Public Service employee (PSE) temporary (limited benefits).

The City of San Mateo Public Works Department is Looking for a Facilities and Fleet Services Manager

Why Join our Department?

When you join the Public Works Department, you will work among collaborative and energetic colleagues who share a passion for serving our San Mateo citizens and improving the community in which we live and work. Our team is comprised of individuals with diverse talents and experience in various fields. We will provide you with a wide range of opportunities in a team-based collaborative environment while helping you achieve your professional goals.  Collaboration, Innovation, Respect, Creativity, Transparency and Informed Risk-taking are attributes within the City’s mission, values and organizational principles that we are seeking in the candidates.

What You’ll Do

The Facilities and Fleet Services Manager plans, manages, and supervises all activities of the General Services Programs of the Public Works Engineering and General Services Division, including facilities maintenance, facilities planning, capital projects, fleet operations, and downtown parking maintenance.

The Facilities and Fleet Services Manager receives policy direction and supervision from the Public Works Deputy Director, Engineering and General Services Division, or higher-level department personnel.  This position provides direct supervision to supervisory, professional, technical, and administrative support staff.

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