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The City of Hayward is excited to announce its recruitment for the position of  Senior Building Inspector - Electrical. This is a skilled, journey-level class that requires judgment and discretion in interpreting plans and specifications while also enforcing local, state, and federal construction regulations. The quick ability to resolve technical problems in the field is a key component. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, is a resourceful and innovative problem solver, and seeks continuous improvement. Candidates with supervisory experience in the electrical field are encouraged to apply.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: April 13, 2020

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE
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The City of San Mateo Community Development Department is accepting applications for a

Plan Checker I/II/Engineer

You’ll be joining a team of talented professionals in a dynamic, collaborative work environment dedicated to serving the San Mateo community. You will work alongside a team of focused and highly motivated professionals who use their talent to provide essential development review and inspection services to our residents and businesses on a daily basis. The Plan Checker I/II/Engineer is an exciting opportunity for a talented professional to join a great organization and make a valuable contribution to the Building Division within the Community Development Department. You can review the detailed job description for Plan Checker I/II/Engineer on the City’s website.

Depending upon class level and assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Review and examine construction documents, plans and specifications for one and two family, and multi-family residential, and basic commercial and industrial projects.
• Conduct plan checks on commercial and residential building structures; review structural calculations, fire resistance requirements, earthquake resistance and soils engineering. Conducts plan checks for commercial buildings to be remodeled and/or altered.
• Confer over the phone or in person with homeowners, builders, engineers, contractors, architects and the public to give information and interpret building codes and regulations and permit requirements; recommends necessary changes to obtain compliance with applicable building and zoning codes and regulations.
• Review corrected plans for conformity with requirements; ensures that proper building permit requirements are met.
• Receive and assess fees for new development and construction projects.  Issue and process building permit applications.
• Maintain records of incoming plans and those completed.
• Conduct field inspections as required. Make on‑site construction inspections on occasion, when required to confirm that construction complies with approved plans and specifications.
• Coordinate plan check activities with other City departments and with outside agencies.
• Initiate appropriate action to enforce code compliance.
• Prepare reports and written correspondence to architects, engineers, contractors and others related to the correction of plans and engineering detail.
• Confer with building inspectors on building‑related problems arising in the field during construction.
• Coordinate construction plans examination processes with those of other City departments and units.
• Monitor changes and legislation pertaining to assigned work; investigate new materials and substitute materials, and new methods of structural design; recommend appropriate changes in the building codes and regulations to the Deputy Building Official.
• Assist in staffing the public counter; issue building permits as required.  Maintain accurate records and write reports regarding the work as required.

ABOUT THE POSITION
City of Gilroy is recruiting a college intern to work in the Planning Division of the Community Development Department.  The Planning Division College Intern will support the City Planners, and will provide excellent customer service at the counter by: responding to inquiries, providing information, and checking permits and related applications.  The Planning Division College Intern will have an opportunity to manage one or more current planning projects.
 
 
WORK SCHEDULE
Internships can start as early as May 1, 2020 and end as late as September 30, 2020.  There is a possibility for the internship to be continued through June 30, 2021 (on a reduced schedule as described below.)
 
Interns may work full time (40 hours per week) up to 11 weeks during summer or when school is not in session.  Interns may work part-time (up to 25 hours per week) year round if working more than 11 weeks or when school is in session.
 
The official start and end date of the internship will be determined at the time of hire. Work hours are generally Monday – Friday between   8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Interns may be assigned to attend some evening and weekend events, and off-site meetings.
 
 
ABOUT THE TEAM AND ENVIRONMENT
The Planning Division team provides a supportive environment for interns to participate in projects at varying stages in order to gain a 360-degree view of planning cycles.  The mentoring provided and learning opportunities are exceptional.  Interns participate in meetings where discussions and questions are encouraged.  Interns are provided with mentoring and hands-on learning experiences while being introduced to public service and local government policy. 

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AFTER SCHOOL COMMUNITY SERVICES ASSISTANT (ASCSA) I & III

ASCSA I: $13.39 - $16.28/hr.

ASCSA III: $15.91 - $19.34/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 11am – 6pm (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.

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 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.

SEEKING A HIGHLY MOTIVATED SENIOR PLANNER WHO LOVES PEOPLE AND THE LOCAL COMMUNITY, AND IS A SKILLED COLLABORATER 

The City of Sausalito seeks to fill one full-time vacancy for Senior Planner.  Under direction of the Community Development Director, the Senior Planner administers specified planning activities including current planning, zoning and subdivision ordinance, advanced planning and the General Plan; complex professional planning activities, such as serving as project manager for multifaceted development and land use applications and long-range policy planning projects including Zoning Ordinance and General Plan Amendments. This is a lead position in the Community Development Department and will participate in advanced, multi-department initiatives.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE will be a natural leader with keen emotional intelligence, able to navigate a variety of interpersonal situations with ease and integrate into the planning team with finesse.  The successful candidate will be able to mentor others within the planning unit and explain complicated planning issues in an easy to underStand manner.  

The Senior Planner also:

• Reviews applications for residential, commercial and other land use development; evaluates alternatives and conformance with City policies, ordinances, the General Plan and state and federal laws; prepares and presents staff reports to the Planning Commission and City Council regarding such applications;
• Serves as project manager for complex planning projects, including analyzing and evaluating site and architectural plans, performing technical review for project plans and applications and making recommendations;
• Manages consultant contacts including determining scope of work and budgets, tracking budgets and approving contract payments;
• Updates and creates long-range planning documents such as the City’s General Plan and other assigned plans; prepares modifications to specific General Plan elements;
• Serves as staff liaison for review boards, ad-hoc committees and elected officials, including providing technical advice and giving presentations;
• Confers with and provides information to property owners, contractors, developers, engineers architects and the public regarding conformance to standards, plans specifications and codes; explains codes, requirements and procedures and evaluates alternatives;
• Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service;
• Ability to deal with the public under stressful circumstances in a fair, calm and understanding way to obtain positive results;
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT: 

The Community Development Director oversees a Planning Division and Building Division which are staffed by Senior Planner, Associate Planner, Assistant Planner, Building Inspector, Permit Technician and Administrative Aide. Contract staff provide Building Plan Check and Code Enforcement services.  The Planning Division provides staff support to the Planning Commission, the Historic Landmarks Board, and the City Council.

REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices and procedures related to City and regional planning and zoning administration, including applicable laws and regulations;
• Comprehensive plans and current planning and the development process;
• Project management techniques;
• Practices of researching planning issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting effective staff reports.

Ability to:

• Work cooperatively with other City employees and the public, often under challenging circumstances;
• Administer complex current and advanced planning and zoning conformance activities in an independent and effective manner;
• Conduct complex planning research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations and prepare effective technical staff reports;
• Interpret, apply and explain complex laws, codes, regulations and ordinances;
• Effectively represent the department and the City in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups and various business, professional and regulatory organizations, and in meetings with individuals;
• Conduct zoning studies and interpreting City zoning laws, regulations and codes;
• Read blueprints and site plans and conduct site inspections; and
• Communicate effectively with officials, co-workers, subordinates, the general public, representatives of organizations and others sufficient to exchange or convey information and receive work direction.

Education/Training/Experience:

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in city, urban or environmental planning, architecture or a field related to the area of assignment and five years of planning related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job as listed above. A Master’s Degree in Planning or a related field is preferred but not required. Two years of project management or supervisory experience are also preferred. Certification from American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) is desirable.

Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:

Must possess a valid Class C California driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the City’s Vehicle Insurance Policy.

First application review deadline – 11:59 pm, Monday, March 30, 2020

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

For questions about job openings or any topic related to Human Resources, please contact the City’s Human Resources Advisor from Regional Government Services, Deborah Muchmore, at dmuchmore@sausalito.gov or (650) 587-7317.

The City of Sausalito is a drug free workplace.

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

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City of Sausalito
420 Litho Street, Sausalito CA 94965
Attn:  Human Resources 
(415) 289-4130   
 

PERMIT TECHNICIAN

(Salary Range $5,085 - $6,814 /month)

Seeking an enthusiastic, skilled team member to join our permitting and planning section!

Application Deadline: Monday, March 30, 2020 at 11:59 pm

The City of Sausalito is seeking candidates who have a passion for planning and building, love people, and are avid learners for one full-time Permit Technician position.  The successful candidate will work as part of a team of two permit technicians in our Community Development Department.   Permit Technicians provide technical, paraprofessional, and customer support to the Community Development Department and provide services to the Sausalito community and residents at our public counter.   This position will focus primarily on building and issues related to planning and engineering for building projects, and will also work collaboratively and in support with the building inspector and staff planners on a daily basis.  The positions processes permits, issues simple over the counter permits, collects fees, advises the public, routes and collects plans to and from appropriate department or consultants, reviews permit packages for completeness, and performs related administrative/general office support and other duties as assigned to support both the building and planning divisions of the community development department. The Permit Technician develops a working knowledge of the requirements of codes and ordinances, processes and procedures, and policies and guidelines that pertain to building and planning functions, and will be able to explain their application to planners, contractors, architects, engineers, builders, and the general public. The Permit Technician be required to read and interpret plans, specifications, related construction documents, and maps; determine fees for various permit applications; and most importantly, provide a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE will have exceptional communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, and an understanding of and education in the challenges related to the unique regional geography, work experience in building or planning departments, a strong work ethic, and the ability to interact in a positive and helpful manner with member of the public, City staff, representatives from other agencies, contractors, and architects.

THE COMMUNITY AND CITY GOVERNMENT:  Sausalito is a beautiful, San Francisco Bay front city of 7,400 residents within 2.2 square miles that serves a visitor population that may be several times the size of the year round population.  The blend of historical buildings, wooded hillsides, sweeping Bay and San Francisco views nestled against the Golden Gate National Recreation Area combine to make Sausalito a community of unparalleled charm and natural beauty.  Sausalito is a General Law City incorporated in 1893 and has a City Council/City Manager form of government.  The City provides a full range of services including Administration, Finance, Police, Public Works, Parks and Recreation, and Community Development.  The City Council and staff value positive relationships with the residents, businesses, visitors and outside agencies.

Typical duties for the position include:   

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

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

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must have working knowledge of:

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

Ability to:

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

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

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

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

Licenses/Certifications Required:

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

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

BENEFITS:

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

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

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

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

Application deadline –  11:59 p.m. on Monday, March 30, 2020

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

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

The City of Sausalito is a drug free workplace.

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

The City of Pacifica is currently hiring for a Child Care Site Coordinator to join our team!

Do you have experience working with Children?

Do you have a passion for public service?

If so, apply today! Child Development Site Supervisor Permitted Professionals encouraged to apply!

This recruitment may close at any time. Recruitment is open until vacancies have been filled.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The City of Pacifica is a beautiful coastal community, just south of San Francisco with an exciting opportunity for Child Care Professionals. Currently, the City of Pacifica Parks, Beaches and Recreation Department is recruiting for Child Care Site Coordinator to join our Child Care Team!

At the City of Pacifica, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. To us, equal opportunity employment is not just about compliance, it’s about who you are, how you can help our City and who you want to be. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and residents.

This is a full-time benefited position that includes a comprehensive benefits package.

THE POSITION

The Child Care Site Coordinator supervises one of the city of Pacifica’s many child care sites. These sites range from smaller full-day State preschool programs to large before and after school programs for school-aged children. The duties include supervising both full-time and part-time employees, and coordinating all aspects of a quality child development program. The program follows Title V staffing requirements and staff-to-child ratios.

BASIC EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Plan, organize and coordinate the care of preschool and elementary school-age children by providing various activities and events at a child care site.
• Prepare daily and monthly program plans and assign activities and events to subordinate staff members.
• Identify special needs of participants; initiate referrals as necessary.
•  Develop discipline techniques and youth program management.
• Coordinate nutrition program (breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack) at the site.
• Plan and conduct quarterly meetings with parents/guardians. Supervise, train and evaluate assigned personnel.
• Promote and maintain a professional representation of City of Pacifica Child Care Services and follow agreed upon policies and procedures.

The duties described in this job announcement are intended only as illustrations of the basic 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. See attached job description for further details.