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Associate Planner

OPEN UNTIL FILLED:  Apply by Friday, February 21, 2020 for first consideration

THE POSITION:

The City of San Rafael Community Development Department is seeking a full-time Associate Planner. The incumbent in this position, will independently perform the full scope of duties required and is responsible for administration of a specific project or program.  Performs a variety of professional planning duties to develop, and maintain, the City’s General Plan, and to administer the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances. 

This position performs the following essential job duties:

• Responds to inquiries from the public by providing information regarding the General Plan, the Zoning and Subdivisions Ordinances and statistical data.
• Receives and reviews land use permits, design review applications, zoning and General Plan amendments for conformance with the General Plan, Zoning, and Subdivision Ordinances and other requirements; and prepares staff reports recommending appropriate action.
• Conducts environmental review including preparation of initial studies and negative declarations, technical and administrative support on the preparation of Environmental Impact Reports and staff reports on all phases of environmental review.
• Performs detailed planning studies, research and analysis to support development of long-range policies and plans, as well as implementation ordinances for the City’s growth and development.
• Prepares and analyzes various professional planning studies including, but not limited to, demographics, traffic and historic resources.
• Prepares General Plan elements such as the Housing Element by drafting and finalizing plan documents; researching materials and making presentations to committees, the Planning Commission and the City Council.
• Prepares reports and studies and represents the department before the public, other agencies, and developer representatives.
• Attends and participates in meetings of the Design Review Board, Planning Commission, City Council, special committees and neighborhood groups.
• Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

To be eligible for this position, you must have knowledge of:

• Basic principles and practices of planning for community development and of the methods used in the implementation of such plans.
• Current trends in federal, state, and local planning.
• Socioeconomic and physical resource aspects of planning, zoning, and planning administration.
• Principles and practices of planning for community development and of the methods used in the implementation of such plans.

To be eligible for this position, you must have the ability to:

• Collect, tabulate, and interpret data pertaining to planning and zoning.
• Interpret a wide variety of maps, graphic illustrations, detailed drawings, and land use data and legal descriptions.
• Prepare and present effective written reports and verbal presentations.
• Deal effectively with the public and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Understand program objectives in relation to departmental goals and procedures.
• Demonstrate tact and diplomacy.
• Maintain accurate records and document actions taken.
• Organize and prioritize work assignments.
• Research regulations, procedures and/or technical reference material.
• Prepare and analyze various professional planning studies.
• Make presentations to committees, the Planning Commission and the City Council.
• Represent the Community Development Department before the public, other agencies and developer representatives.
• Work independently in processing and presenting actions to policy bodies.

LANGUAGE/MATHEMATICAL/REASONING SKILLS:

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. 
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical solutions.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. 
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in planning, urban studies, geography or related field AND
• Three (3) years of full-time work experience at the Assistant Planner level in municipal or regional planning.
• Any combination of education, experience, and training which demonstrates possession of and competency in requisite knowledge and abilities may substitute for the education (degree) on a year-for-year basis. 
• A Master’s degree in planning or a related field ay substitute for one (1) year of the required work experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

• Must possess a valid California driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.  The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10-25 pounds and occasionally lift and or move up to 25-50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in indoor conditions and regularly works near video display.  The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.  The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application.  The examination process may include the following application appraisal and oral board interview examination.  The passing point for the oral board examination final score will be 70%.  Note:  Prior to appointment, candidate must pass a pre-employment physical, background check, driving record, drug screen, and fingerprinting.   To file an application, go to:  www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “San Rafael”.  Follow this link to submit your application: 

For more information about the City of San Rafael, please visit www.cityofsanrafael.org. 

Reasonable Accommodation:  The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations in the exam process to accommodate disabled applicants.  If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (415) 485-3474 before the test date.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.  Such accommodations must be requested by the applicant. 

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for an Extra– Help Building Maintenance Technician I/II in the Administrative Services Department. This class is flexibly staffed up to the II-level. The Building Maintenance Technician I under close supervision, learns, assists and performs a variety of semi-skilled maintenance, construction and repair work on County facilities as well as learns County and departmental policies and procedures. As experience is gained assignments become more complex and are performed under more general supervision. This is the entry level in the building and grounds maintenance series. This class is flexibly staffed with Building Maintenance Technician II and incumbents may advance to the II-level after gaining experience, demonstrating proficiency, and meeting the qualifications for the II-level. Building Maintenance Technician II is the journey-level in the building and grounds maintenance series.

About the County & Administrative Services Department:

The Buildings and Grounds division of the Administrative Services Department provides Building Maintenance and Custodial services to county facilities. The mission of the Buildings and Grounds Division is to maintain the integrity and cleanliness of county buildings, equipment, and grounds. Yuba County is situated in the Northern Sacramento Valley, approximately 40 miles north of the State Capitol in Sacramento and two hours away from San Francisco and Lake Tahoe. The boundaries stretch from the farms and orchards of the valley to the timberlands of the Sierras. Yuba County offers its residents the many advantages of a rural lifestyle away from the pressures of the urban areas. The County’s rivers, lakes and outdoor recreation areas provide excellent hunting, fishing, boating and skiing opportunities. Our County vision is to create a “golden” future for Yuba County by inspiring a community of participation, embracing our unique history, and discovering the wealth of our untapped potential.

The City of Rocklin is now accepting applications for Building Division Supervisor. This position works within the Community Development Department and provides supervision over assigned building inspection staff; performs complex combination inspections of residential, commercial and industrial building sites to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and codes; performs plan checks on a variety of construction and modification projects; provides a variety of information to property owners, developers, architects, engineers and contractors; and assists with the administrative duties of the division. 

This is the advanced journey, supervisory level class in the building inspection class series.  Incumbents direct the work of building staff while personally performing the more complex, difficult or controversial work. The incumbent operates with considerable autonomy and is expected to perform duties and make decisions with a high degree of independence. The class is distinguished from the Building Inspector II position in that the latter performs routine plan reviews and/or inspections and does not supervise staff.

JOB TYPE

Part-Time, Temporary/Seasonal

THE POSITION

The City of Dublin is seeking a temporary, part-time Program Specialist in the Economic Development Division of the City Manager’s Office to provide a variety of support for the City’s Census 2020 outreach efforts through approximately May 2020. Specific focus areas will include communications, community outreach and local government administration. The Program Specialist will interact with members of the public and may make internal and public presentations.  The Program Specialist can expect to learn valuable professional skills such as communication methods, community organizing, project management, organization, event planning and others.  The ideal candidate will be a collaborative thinker and excellent communicator who can maintain effective relationships with co-workers, community groups and members of the public from diverse backgrounds.

There may be several evening obligations, such as attending weekly Farmers’ Markets or other community events.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

The following duties are normal for this classification. 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 this class.

• Under supervision, assists with planning, coordinating and implementing meetings, events and other outreach opportunities.
• Under supervision, perform routine research and statistical analyses as requested such as compiling and maintaining information as it relates to demographic data, business data, community groups, places of worship, ethnic grocery stores, English as a Second Language (ESL) classes and other avenues to connect with Hard-to-Count populations.
• Successfully complete Census Ambassador Training.
• Engage with community members (in person, over the phone and in writing) to provide timely and accurate information about the Census.
• Host informational tables at Senior Center, City Hall lobby, Farmers’ Market, etc.
• If requested, support the Questionnaire Assistance Center (“QAC”) at Dublin Library.
• Compile and track inventory of materials.
• Assist in the preparation of letters, reports, manuals, publications and miscellaneous public information literature.
• Help to compile and track Census outreach efforts and assist in the preparation of reports on the project.
• Assist with administrative tasks including editing project webpages and the maintenance of records, files and other data.

• Participate in calls/meetings with external agencies and other partners.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.

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All required documents must be submit by the final filing date of this recruitment.  Unofficial copies of transcripts and copies of degrees will be accepted.

Summary of Duties: Under general direction, plans, organizes, and oversees the daily functions, operations, and activities of the Victim Advocate Program; advocates and coordinates rights and benefits for crime victims and/or witnesses during the various states of follow-up to a crime; facilitates communication among agencies concerned with the investigation of criminal cases involving victims and/or witnesses. 
Distinguishing Characteristics: This position is a journey level position in the Police Department.  Incumbent receives general direction and supervision from Division Chief or designee.  Incumbents are expected to be able to perform assigned duties with only occasional instruction or assistance within a relatively short period of time and work independently out in the field.  May exercise functional supervision over lower level staff and/or volunteers.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 

1.    Contacts victims of crimes to provide aid, assistance or referrals to appropriate services and resources to meet their needs; provide status updates to victims throughout case development.
2.    Functions as a liaison to third parties to inform them of the crime, status, victim’s condition, and case progress; meet and confer with detectives, officers, and allied agencies regarding individual cases.
3.    Stays abreast of potential new cases and case developments by reviewing police reports, tracking cases through the court process from filing decisions and arraignment to disposition.
4.    Coordinates onsite advocacy at emergency rooms, police stations and other locations with a focus on non-duplicated reporting, effective and compassionate treatment, and follow-up.
5.    Coordinates with District Attorney’s Office Victim Advocate to ensure transportation for victims as needed for court appearances, medical purposes, counseling or law enforcement.
6.    Maintains contact with the Victim Advocate Program and acts as liaison to assist crime victims and witnesses in applying for aid.
7.    May accompany victims to court proceedings, meetings, and interviews with law enforcement and/or attorneys.
8.    Provides comprehensive staff support to the Police Department related to the Victim Advocate programs and services; coordinates and integrates program services and activities with department divisions such as investigations and patrol with other agencies; develops program partnerships, where applicable, with external agencies and organizations; identified public and private resources to support program objectives.
9.    Develops and maintains information, outreach, and educational materials, including brochures, information packets, flyers, guides, and other documents; conducts workshops and training.
10.    Prepares and maintains statistical reports and records;
11.    Develops and standardizes procedures and methods to improve and continuously monitors the efficiency and effectiveness of the Victim Advocate Program, service delivery methods, and procedures; identifies opportunities for improvement and makes recommendation to management.
12.    Organizes and maintains various administrative, confidential, reference, and follow-up case files.
13.    Trains volunteers and interns engaged in assisting victims and/or witnesses.
14.    Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications: 
Knowledge of: 
•    Basic knowledge of the procedures of the courts and other law enforcement agencies
•    Knowledge of State and local services available to crime victims and witnesses
•    Knowledge of problems, needs and attitudes of crime victims
•    Basic knowledge of the dynamics of child abuse and domestic violence
•    Principles and practices of records management
•    Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work
•    English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation
•    Techniques for effectively dealing with and solving the problems presented by a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, in person and over the telephone 

Skill and Ability to: 
•    Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software application programs  
•    Collect, analyze, interpret, summarize, and present administrative and technical information and data in an effective manner  
•    Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. 
•    Obtain necessary information from individuals in stressful or emergency situations
•    Learn to logically and progressively interview victims and witnesses
•    Interpret, explain and apply laws, rules and regulations related to victim services programs
•    Gather, assemble and verify information related to victim identification
•    Assess needs and refer clients to the appropriate community agencies
•    Work effectively with diverse groups listen to and discuss problems tactfully
•    Use tact, initiative, prudence and independent judgment within general policy, procedural and legal guidelines
•    Research, develop and use community resources  
•    Establish and maintain effective relationships with others
•    Organize and prioritize a variety of multiple tasks and projects in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines
•    Bilingual skills (Spanish) highly desirable.
•    Possess qualities of empathy, compassion, and emotional maturity and an ability to communicate effectively with victims or witnesses who are faced with emotionally traumatic events.

Education and Experience: 
1.    Thirty (30) college units from an accredited college or university with major course work in psychology, sociology, social work or closely related and two (2) years of responsible experience in social services/public assistance, criminal justice, or law enforcement agency; or
2.    High School Diploma or equivalent and three (3) years of responsible experience in social services/public assistance, criminal justice, or law enforcement agency.
Licenses and Certifications: Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.  Employee will be required to use a City vehicle(s) for business use.
Other Requirements:
Positions within the Police Department require an extensive background investigation and criminal background check. Employment offers are contingent upon passing the above requirements.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Physical, mental and emotional stamina to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position; manual dexterity sufficient to write, use telephone, business machines and related equipment; vision sufficient to read printed materials and distinguish colors; and safely operate a motor vehicle; hearing sufficient to conduct in person and telephone conversations; speaking ability in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in a normal conversational distance, on the telephone and in addressing groups; physical agility to push/pull, squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop, climb and reach overhead; physical mobility sufficient to move about the work environment, physical strength to lift up to 25 lbs.; physical stamina sufficient to sit for prolonged periods of time; mental acuity to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, make valid judgments and decisions.
Employees work primarily in an office environment with moderate noise levels and controlled temperature conditions.  Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment including a computer; vision to read printed materials and computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone or radio.  The job involves field work.  Employees frequently interact with individuals in crisis. Work may require nontraditional work hours, call-back, working late evenings and/or weekends and holidays. 
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required. 

The City of Rocklin is now accepting applications for a Senior Office Assistant to perform a variety of complex and responsible clerical and administrative tasks within the Permit Center of the Community Development  Department. Duties will include, but are not limited to greeting customers and assisting them with the building permit in-take processes for commercial, multi-family and residential projects; organizing and routing work to the appropriate team member; reviewing building plan resubmittals and field revisions for completeness; collecting data and preparing and distributing monthly and weekly building reports; routing building plans to plan reviewers and consultants, including calculating the consultant’s plan check fees; assisting with the calculation of commercial and multi-family building fee estimates; training new employees on City processes, procedures and computer software programs; providing administrative support to staff related to the City’s permitting system, including updating fees, creating new permit types, and troubleshooting issues with the permitting system; tracking building permits that have expired, sending out correspondence, and working with the applicants to obtain the reissued building permits.

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The Position

The City of Orinda Planning Department is seeking a strong, customer-service oriented Planning Technician, for a limited-term, to primarily staff the Planning Counter and process code-enforcement cases. Depending on experience, the successful candidate may also gain opportunities to assist with various current and long-range planning tasks. This non-exempt position will report to the Director of Planning.

Qualifications

All City of Orinda employees are expected to uphold and exhibit the City’s core values including serving the public, being respectful and accountable, maintaining professionalism, and demonstrating responsibility. Specific qualifications for the position are noted in the following:

Education & Experience:

• A 4-year bachelor’s degree in planning or a related field;
• Equivalent to two-years of college, supplemented by at least two years of job experience or training in the planning or a planning-related field; or
• Four years of planning and building administrative support experience.

Other Qualifications Required:

• Ability to pass a comprehensive background check and an occupational medical pre-employment physical exam which includes a pre-employment drug screen.
• Ability to work in a standard office environment including ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, twist, and lift 30 pounds as well as ability travel to different sites and locations.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver's License.
• Strong communication (written and oral), research, and analytical skills.
• Competency in basic computer programs/applications such as Microsoft Office, Google Drive, Box, etc.
• Basic understanding of planning principles.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Coursework and/or experience with aspects of urban planning, long-range planning, urban redevelopment, public policy, civic engagement, stakeholder participation, and governance.
• Ability to be remain flexible and work both independently and collaboratively in a diverse and dynamic environment.
• Ability to learn fast and adapt quickly without comprising the quality of work.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping.
• Proficiency in ESRI ArcGIS.

Typical Functions

• Staffs the Planning Counter to assist the public, conduct plan checks, collect and process forms, and file permit applications and plans.
• Responds to email, telephone, and counter inquiries regarding the municipal code, entitlements, and the City’s development policies and procedures.
• Conducts field work, including Planning Final Inspections, site visits, and code-enforcement.
• Receives, investigates, and monitors requests to investigate alleged violations of the municipal codes and other complaints.
• Coordinates and conducts abatement procedures, including preparing correspondence, coordination with other agencies (Contra Costa County Building Division, Moraga-Orinda Fire District, etc.).
• Processes applications for a hillside-grading permit, elevated-deck permit, exception permit, tree-removal permit, and other “minor” discretionary projects.
• Assists staff in collecting and preparing data for various planning projects and provides support at community meetings as necessary.
• Researches and prepares routine graphic displays/exhibits for use by the Department, Planning Commission, and City Council.
• Drafts reports of limited or variable complexity.

How to Apply

Please visit CalOpps.org to submit a fully-completed application, current resume, and a cover letter before the filing deadline. A limited number of applicants with the most desirable qualifications, as determined by initial screening of applications and resume, will be invited to participate in an interview and testing process that may consist of a written test and oral-board interview. Applicants will be notified by email if they are invited to participate further in the selection process. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (925) 253-4214 or at humanresources@cityoforinda.org.

Completed application materials must be submitted on the CalOpps.org website by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 18, 2020.

The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

 
The City of Orinda is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex origin or disability.  In accordance with Federal law, the City of Orinda will only hire individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States.  Candidates with a disability which may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process should submit a request for accommodation with the application.  Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request.