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Applications accepted until Thursday, January 9, 2020

Written Exam: Thursday, January 23, 2020

Oral Exams: TBA

DEFINITION

Under direction of the Chief Building Inspector, the Building Permit Technician processes building permit applications and issues permits.  Provides information concerning building permit requirements, codes and inspection procedures to contractors, design professionals and the public, checks plans for completeness, calculates permit fees, issues over-the-counter building permits and routes plans.  Does related work as required.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:  accept, review and evaluate building permit applications for completeness and correctness ; review blueprints for completeness and accuracy and check for basis code compliance; verify parcel ownership and check for violations and inspection history; process over-the-counter residential applications for permits to repair-in-kind building, electrical, plumbing and mechanical; determine which agencies must review applications and route building permit applications to various City agencies and departments to process; provide information to the public concerning the building permit process requirements, codes and inspection procedures; assist the public in completing applications for building permits; receive complaints and handle or route to the appropriate staff to solve; explain denials of applications, additional requirements and the process for reapplying; determine building fees; calculate square footage and determine cost-per-square-foot based on use, occupancy and type of construction; notify applicant when the building permit will be issued or if additional information is required; issue building permits; input, access and analyze data using a computer; maintain records; prepare weekly and monthly reports; and attend meetings.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of: Federal, state and municipal codes, ordinances, and regulations related to building construction, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, heating, and gas installations; construction drawings and blueprint reading; building construction types; inspection methods and procedures; office practices and procedures.

Ability to:  Establish and maintain effective, tactful, positive and fair working relationships with property owners, developers, building contractors and the general public even in occasionally hostile situations; understand, explain, and consistently and fairly apply policies, laws, codes, regulations, and the permit process; apply the principles of mathematics; read and interpret building plans and specifications; review building permit applications for completeness and correctness; use assessor’s parcel map to locate property; calculate square footage; input and access data using a computer;  interact positively and cooperate with co-workers, respond politely to customers, work as a team member, function under demanding time pressure, respond in a positive manner to supervision, and attend work and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis.

Experience:  One year of public contact work in a similar enforcement department or agency or experience with land use regulations, the building process, construction, or drafting which was combined with major public contact.

Education:  Graduation from high school or equivalent.  Desirable additional education would include two years of college course work in construction technology, blueprint reading and drafting, building inspection or civil engineering.

License:  Must possess a valid Class C California Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for two individuals to serve as part-time (20 hours/ week) Housing Wellness Advocates I, II or III in the Housing Division. The Housing Wellness Advocate positions are for persons with “lived experience” defined as either direct or indirect experience with mental health or behavioral health services. Assigned schedules for these positions will be 8AM – 1PM M-F & 12PM – 5PM M-F.  The Housing Wellness Advocate positions will report to Housing Manager.

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

• Provide housing case management, advocacy, support and guidance to persons and families referred to Tri-City to receive services and who have housing instability;
   
• Develop individual case management service plans by using the completed Los Angeles Department of Health Services approved psychosocial assessment, solve problems directly related to housing, and provide encouragement, motivation and support to clients seeking to establish or strengthen their progress;

• Assist clients/families with completion of appropriate forms and documents relating to accessing services within the intake process, as warranted;

• Provide mentoring and/or coaching by helping clients set recovery goals, develop individual Wellness and Recovery Plans (WRAP), solve problems directly related to recovery;

• Perform wellness checks on new and existing clients and assist in program development and case review;

• Other duties as assigned, etc.

Under general supervision and direction of the Building Official, inspects installation to ensure compliance with all building and construction regulations; provides assistance to the general public on pertinent regulations; and prepares and maintains inspection records and reports.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

The Building Inspector is expected to perform the full range of building duties.  This position receives only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The duties listed below 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 class.

1. Inspects construction, alterations or maintenance work for compliance with provisions of the building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and housing codes.
2. Ensures compliance with energy conservation standards and zoning ordinances in accordance with approved plans and specifications.
3. Inspects existing buildings to determine suitability of structures for a particular use or to mitigate hazardous conditions.
4. Provides information to builders regarding code requirements.
5. Maintains building plans and inspection records for on-going projects.
6. Follows up violations and expired permits in a manner to facilitate final compliance.
7. Performs combination inspections to include structural, plumbing, mechanical and electrical installations for swimming pools to ensure compliance with adopted codes in all residential and commercial projects.  Adopted codes shall include in part, the Building, Plumbing, Mechanical and Electrical Codes, State Energy and Handicapped Codes, City ordinances, and State and local laws and codes where appropriate.
8. Reviews and approves residential and commercial plans and layouts prior to issuance of permits.
9. Investigates new and existing construction for evidence of illegal practices, such as, construction, demolition and alterations.
10. Checks existing construction for suitability of occupancy classification and for evidence of deterioration and hazardous conditions.
11. Meets with business and property owners with respect to certificate of occupancy, inspections and certificates.
12. Assists and advises contractors, homeowners regarding pertinent regulations; analyzes practices and recommends improvements.
13. Assembles and writes reports, including inspection reports, correction notices, stop work orders, and construction site stormwater runoff reports.
14. Maintains records of work performed.
15. Makes code interpretations and answers verbal and written complaints in regard to all types of building installations as assigned.
16. Deals with difficult people in a constructive manner; delivers and promotes quality customer service.
17. Performs other related duties as assigned.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for one (1) special individual to serve as a Clinical Therapist I for the Field Capable Services (Older Adult Support Services) Program. This position is a field based, bilingual position which requires the incumbent to meet with clients, ages 60+, in the field at private homes, senior residency sites, local senior centers, etc.  The Clinical Therapist I will report to a Program Supervisor.   

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

• Under supervision, to provide counseling/psychotherapy, mental health assessment, consultation, & education within the scope of practice determined by licensure & Tri-City Mental Health policies & procedures;
   
• Provide crisis intervention to mentally ill/emotionally disabled individuals and their families;
   
• Provide case management services on or offsite; meet with clients for regular therapeutic interviews, guide clients in understanding of their illness and contributing personal, social and economic factors;
   
• Assist clients in developing realistic plans and advice clients on community resources;
   
• Maintain records of all activities relating to clients’ care and must adhere to Agency and service billing requirements; work on a multidisciplinary team to promote recovery and other duties as assigned, etc.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for special individual to serve as a Clinical Therapist I or II for the Children’s Outpatient Program (COP) in the Child & Family Clinic. The Clinical Therapist I/II will appeal to individuals who are passionate about working with children, adolescents, young adults and their families.  The Clinical Therapist I/II will report to a Program Supervisor.

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

• Provide individual, family, group therapy for children, adolescents, and youth with mental illness and their families;
   
• Provide crisis intervention as needed; collaborate with schools, DCFS and probation as needed;
   
• Provide field and office services; complete all DMH documentation;
   
• Conduct mental health assessments, sessions, treatment plans;

• Ensure that documentation is updated in Electronic Health Record (EHR) regularly;
   
• Other duties as assigned, etc.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for one special individuals to serve as a Community Navigator I/II for the MHSA Department.   This position requires field work and on-call duties for 1 or 2 weeks every month.  The Community Navigator position works to engage with people and their families who need services to help them quickly identify currently available services, including formal and informal supports and services tailored to the particular culture, ethnicity, age and gender identify. This position will report to a MHSA Program Supervisor.   

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

• Recruit community-based organizations, faith based organizations, and other community groups to become a part of an active and ever growing locally based support network for people, including those most challenged by mental health issues;
   
• Follow-up with people they have engaged to ensure that they have connected with support structures and received the help they need;
   
• Use information technology and other means to map and keep up to date about the current availability of services and supports in the service area;
   
• Promote awareness of mental health issues & the commitment to recovery, wellness, & self-help;

• Ability to be a team player & have the ability to work in an environment that requires communication & engagement with supervisors & other team members; and other duties as assigned.

A complete job description available upon request.

THE POSITION:

Under the general supervision of the Youth & Family Services Clinical Supervisor, the Case Manager provides professional and clinical social work with high-risk adolescents, young adults, and/or families to assist them to obtain educational, health, employment and social services; coordinates and tracks all new referrals; maintains accurate case files, tracking systems and prepares reports as directed; participates in department and community meetings as necessary and may provide training and assistance to other staff or volunteers; performs related duties as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Duties may include but are not limited to the following: 

• Manage an active caseload of 20-25 clients.
• Receive, process and track all incoming case management, outreach, and counseling referrals.
• Conduct phone intakes with counseling and case management referrals and provide resources for immediate needs as necessary.
• Conduct comprehensive client assessments to collect functional, environmental, psychosocial, financial, employment, housing, educational, and health information as appropriate to develop a case plan.
• Participate in the NHUSD’s Student Attendance Review Board and provide case management services for Union City youth in coordination with the Alameda County Truancy Court.
• Provide referrals for employee readiness programs, assists with employment applications and job readiness skills.
• Develop support systems to meet client needs by identifying and coordinating a variety of available services necessary to obtain family stabilization and self-sufficiency.
• Provide crisis intervention services, supportive counseling and advocacy for clients.
• Conduct home, juvenile detention center and school site visits as needed.
• Monitor and verify services provided to each client on a monthly basis to determine the quality and effectiveness of services provided.
• Prepare case notes and technical reports.
• Develops and implements new processes and procedures as needed.
• Communicate with other service providers, probation, schools, etc. as needed
• Prepare and presents training and educational programs.
• Attend meetings, trainings and workshops.

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

Why Join our Department?

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

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

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

The Position

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

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

Please see the job description and announcement below.

The City of Livermore is conducting a recruitment for a Groundskeeper I position in the Maintenance Division of the Public Works Department.

Apply online at www.cityoflivermore.net/jobs by 5 p.m. on December 31, 2019

Under general supervision, a Groundskeeper I performs a variety of semi-skilled general grounds maintenance work; operates equipment pertaining to tasks; and performs other duties as assigned.  The incumbent is expected to perform hard physical labor in the performance of duties, work independently as needed, and to use good judgment in making decisions.

Examples of Duties Include:

Landscape Care and Maintenance

Plants, cultivates, fertilizes, waters, sprays, and propagates plants, shrubs, trees, hedges, ground covers, and flowers; seeds or sods new lawns; fertilizes, maintains, and waters lawns; rakes, hoes, weeds, and performs general grounds maintenance and laboring tasks; spades and fertilizes flower beds and sets out plants; aids in keeping the grounds of public buildings clean, orderly, and free from pests, insects, diseases, and fungi; trims and prunes hedges, trees, shrubs, and stakes trees; and may provide direction to temporary employees and contract workers.

Equipment Care and Use

Maintains hand and power tools and equipment and keeps in good repair; assists in the repair, maintenance, and installation of irrigation systems; operates mowing equipment, and other related equipment; and drives trucks including small street sweepers and other essential vehicles.