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THE POSITION:

Under direct supervision, the Police Officer Trainee attends a Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) approved Police Basic Recruit Academy and successfully completes the academic and physical training required for appointment to the classification of Police Officer Recruit II.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Participate in a P.O.S.T certified police academy designed to provide an overview of the criminal justice system including knowledge of laws, police procedures, law enforcement techniques, first aid and physical fitness.
• Receives training to develop an awareness of Police Department functions, as well as the responsibilities of Police Officers and how those responsibilities relate to field operations.
• Receives academy and field training to become a Police Officer.
• Learns proper handling and firing of firearms, report writing and emergency vehicle operation. 
• Develops an understanding and working knowledge of the California Penal, Vehicle, Health and Safety Codes. 
• Develops an understanding of proper evidence collection and preservation methods.
   

• Be an experienced Forensic Biology/DNA technical professional dedicated to staying abreast of changes within the forensic industry. 
• Be familiar with performing biological screening, DNA extraction, quantitation, amplification, and typing.
• Have minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in biology, chemistry or a forensic science-related area.
• Have successfully completed a minimum of 12 semester or equivalent credit hours of undergraduate and graduate (if applicable) coursework covering the subject areas of biochemistry, genetics and molecular biology (molecular genetics, recombinant DNA technology), or other subjects which provide a basic understanding of the foundation of forensic DNA analysis.
• Have successfully completed a course in statistics and/or population genetics as it applies to Forensic DNA analysis.
• Have a minimum of six months of forensic DNA laboratory experience.
• Have court room testimony experience.

• Demonstrated project management proficiency, effective planning, organizing and prioritization skills.
• Self-starting, motivated individual capable of demonstrating measurable work results in a timely manner.
• Ability to function with minimal supervision.
• Familiar with GeneMapper IDX.
• Knowledge/experience in PCR DNA STR Systems.
• Ability to persuasively communicate ideas and goals and effectively motivate others to achieve those goals.
• Strategic thinker and planner.
• Understanding of current forensic technology and experience in the collection, analysis and evaluation of physiological fluids and other physical evidence gathered at crime scenes.

Examples Of Duties:

• Examine and identify physiological fluids such as blood, urine, and semen.
• Perform microscopic examinations to identify biological cells.
• Perform DNA extractions.
• Perform quantitation's of DNA extractions.
• Analyze and interpret DNA instrumentation results.
• Prepare evidence for presentation at court and appear as an expert witness to testify on the results of laboratory analysis.
• Engage in crime scene reconstruction and collection of physical evidence at a major crime scene; make casts of various impressions.
• Take photographs and photomicrographs.
• Participate in public relations activities such as conducting tours of the Laboratory and speaking to various interested groups.
• Care for and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
 
Criminalist I ($40.54-$50.66/hr): Graduation from an accredited college or university with a major in criminalistics, chemistry or a related physical science.
 
Criminalist II ($50.49-$63.11/hr):  Three years of experience in the practice of criminalistics, which has included experience in collecting, analyzing and evaluating physiological fluids, controlled substances and other physical evidence gathered from crime scenes.

Knowledge of:                                                                       

• Current forensic methods and techniques used in the analysis and evalua­tion of physical evidence likely to be used in a court case.
• Principles of organic and inorganic chemistry, biochemistry and physiology.
• Common types of controlled substances, as defined by the Uniform Control­led Substances Act of the Health and Safety Code.
• Various types of equipment found in a forensic laboratory.
• Courtroom procedures and testimony.
• Recent developments, literature and sources of information relative to criminalistics and toxicology.
• Principles of photography.

Skill/Ability to:

• Performing physical and chemical tests commonly used in the analysis of physical evidence.
• Using a wide variety of equipment including ultraviolet and infrared spectrophotometers, gas chromatograph, density and refractive index apparatus and various types of microscopes and cameras.
• Understanding and carrying out detailed, highly technical oral and written instructions.
• Communicating verbally.
• Writing clear, concise reports and correspondence.

Other Requirements:

• Participate in the Laboratory's on-call, crime scene rotation schedule.
• Pass a detailed background investigation and pre-employment medical exam prior to appointment.

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION
Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply.  Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help/term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.

Responses to supplemental questions are required and must be submitted in addition to the Standard San Mateo County employment application.  A resume or reference to a resume will not be accepted as a substitute for your responses to these questions or as a substitute for your application. 

The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: Pass/Fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense. 

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT TIMELINE:
Final Filing Date: January 30, 2020
Applicant Screening:  Week of February 3, 2020
Panel Interviews: February 24 and/or February 25, 2020

SMART is the San Francisco Bay Area's newest transit system serving Marin and Sonoma counties. We began revenue service in August 2017 and were the first new railroad in the country to begin service with Positive Train Control installed. We are seeking experienced and motivated individuals who enjoy the challenge of creating new processes and systems. Under direction, the Signal Technician is responsible for maintenance and repair of grade crossing warning devices, signaling and SMART's Positive Train Control system, rail safety communication systems and car borne signal components. This position will perform maintenance on railway signal and communications equipment such as track signals, Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) cameras, positive train control equipment, fiber optic links, programmable multiplexer servers, stand alone computers, power supplies and associated communications equipment.

SMART is a commuter rail system located in Marin and Sonoma counties in Northern California. We are seeking experienced and motivated individuals who want to make a contribution to their community and enjoy working in a fast-paced, team oriented environment. 

Under general supervision, the Vehicle Maintenance Technician position performs skilled preventative, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, troubleshooting, primary and secondary repair and modification to mechanical, electro-mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment and components found on commuter rail diesel multiple unit (DMU) vehicles and supporting systems.

This is a journey level classification performing skilled preventive maintenance, scheduled, unscheduled and emergency repair and modification on all mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems and components for the District's revenue vehicles, including related subsystems and components as required by manufacturer maintenance and servicing manuals, Federal and State regulations for locomotive and passenger car maintenance and inspection and District vehicle maintenance procedures.

Inspects, troubleshoots, adjusts and repairs DMU subsystems.

Per Federal Railroad Administration regulations, performs maintenance tasks as specified and scheduled in SMART's DMU inspection, testing and maintenance plan including: daily passenger car/locomotive brake tests; periodic brake equipment maintenance; periodic carborne signaling tests; and passenger car fire safety and on-board emergency equipment and emergency exits inspection, testing and maintenance.

Assures quality control using SMART's Maintenance Management Information System to maintain proper records and generate reports.

Follow FRA regulations applicable to railroad workers.

This position will be responsible for work activities primarily on the Swing and Grave shifts, weekends, and holidays to ensure safe and efficient transportation to the public.

 Position Details:

• Base hourly wage: $46.79 per hour.
• This position is represented by the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAMAW).
• There is a 12-month probationary period following appointment to this position.
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt.
• A thorough background check will be required including, but not limited to: current and past employers, personal contacts, education verification. A credit report will be required for positions covered under Labor Code 1024.5. (A complete list of background checks documents will be provided upon request).
• A pre-employment physical, including a urinalysis drug screen, will be required.
• A pre-employment psychological screening, administered by a licensed/certified psychologist, will be required. 
• EOE.

Position & Duties 

The Community Energy Department is seeking to fill one (1) full-time Power Resources Specialist I/II position to the Regulatory and Legislative Compliance Division. This position reports directly to the Division Manager of Regulatory and Legislative Policy and will support a variety of Regulatory and Legislative Policy functions. 

Under general direction of the Division Manager of Regulatory and Legislative Policy, the Power Resources Specialist I/II will be responsible for assisting and supporting the division’s engagement in the number of complex electric regulatory proceedings in order to effectively advocate for the business interests of SJCE at the California Public Utilities Commission (“CPUC”), the California Energy Commission (CEC) and the California Independent System Operator (“CAISO”) to protect and advance San José business and community interests.

Typical duties of this position may include, but are not limited to:

• Evaluate regulatory and legislative initiatives to ensure compliance with energy risk management policies.

• Perform energy resource planning and electric utility tariff analysis, policy risk assessment, and provide technical analysis to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws.

• Support the preparation of comments, data requests, written responses, position papers, analytical models, testimony, and exhibits related to a variety of technical regulatory proceedings.

• Maintain and update a short and/ or long-term list and calendar of key regulatory issues affecting SJCE.

• Track, review, analyze, regulatory filings, proposals and policy issues that could impact SJCE and its customers.

• Other duties as assigned.

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.

Salary Information

The current salary range for Power Resources Specialist I is: $80,454.40 - $98,030.40

The current salary range for Power Resources Specialist II is: $87,547.20 - $106,641.60

The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience.

In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Senior Power Resources Specialist I/II classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing, non-pensionable, compensation pay.

Competencies: 

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include:

•  Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.

• Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Demonstrates basic knowledge of negotiation skills.
• Analytical Thinking - Approaches a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach.
• Collaboration - Develops networks and builds alliances; engages in cross-functional activities.
• Initiative - Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance.
• Planning - Acts to align own unit's goals with the strategic direction of the organization; Defines tasks and milestones to achieve objectives, while ensuring the optimal use of resources to meet those objectives. Additional Competencies and/or Desirable Qualifications (Competencies, knowledge, skills, and abilities that are more position specific and/or likely to contribute to more successful job performance.)
• Political Skill - In taking action, demonstrates an understanding and consideration of how it will impact stakeholders and affected areas in the organization.
• Vision/Strategic Thinking - Supports, promotes, and ensures alignment with the organization’s vision and values.

The Community Energy Department is seeking to fill one (1) full-time Senior Power Resources Specialist position for the Regulatory and Legislative Compliance Division. This position reports directly to the Division Manager of Regulatory and Legislative Policy and will provide technical analysis, assess the potential business impacts to SJCE from proposed regulatory changes, and provide expert public representation.

Under general direction of the Division Manager of Regulatory and Legislative Policy, the Senior Power Resources Specialist will be responsible for engaging in the increasing number of complex electric regulatory proceedings and effectively advocating for the business interests of SJCE at the California Public Utilities Commission (“CPUC”), the California Energy Commission (CEC), and California Independent System Operator (“CAISO”) to protect and advance San José business and community interests.

Typical duties of this position may include, but are not limited to:

• Perform energy resource planning and electric utility tariff analysis, policy risk assessment, and monitor and respond to CPUC, CEC and CAISO regulatory
• Provide compliance proposals
• Prepare technical comments, data requests, written responses, position papers, analytical models, testimony, and exhibits related to a variety of regulatory proceedings
• Keep abreast of key California regulatory issues affecting SJCE and develop responses including strategy and prioritization of regulatory actions for management consideration
• Track, review, analyze, and summarize regulatory filings, proposals and policy issues that could impact SJCE and its customers.
• Coordinate with technical experts and external regulatory counsel to develop effective and persuasive communications to be presented to the CPUC, CEC, CAISO, California Legislature, and any other legal or regulatory body as required.
• Collaborate and build contacts with other organizations, representatives, and regulatory agencies.
• Serve as a liaison to regulatory bodies, CCAs and CalCCA
• Other duties as assigned.

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.

Salary Information

The current salary range for Senior Power Resources Specialist is: $109,304.00 – $133,910.40

The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience. 

In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Senior Power Resources Specialist classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing, non-pensionable, compensation pay.

Competencies:

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include:

• Job Expertise – Demonstrates knowledge of applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.
• Communication Skills – Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Demonstrates basic knowledge of negotiation skills.
• Analytical Thinking – Approaches a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach.
• Collaboration – Develops networks and builds alliances; engages in cross-functional activities.
• Supervision – Sets effective long and short-term goals based on a good understanding of management practices; establishes realistic priorities within available resources; provides motivational support; empowers others; assigns decision-making and work functions to others in an appropriate manner to maximize organizational and individual effectiveness.
• Political Skill – In taking action, demonstrates an understanding and consideration of how it will impact stakeholders and affected areas in the organization.
• Vision/Strategic Thinking – Supports, promotes, and ensures alignment with the organization’s vision and values; understands how an organization must change in light of internal and external trends and influences; builds a shared vision with others and influences others to translate vision to action.

Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) is a new commuter rail system located in Marin and Sonoma Counties. We are seeking two full-time Code Compliance Officers to perform specialized inspections and enforcement of ordinances, regulations and laws governing the transit system. This position is non-sworn and unarmed.

Code Compliance Officers hold limited enforcement authority and are responsible for enforcing ordinances and laws approved by the SMART Board of Directors. Considerable judgment is required in meeting emergency situations, enforcing regulations and in coordination with other personnel and agencies. Ordinances are enforced by the issue of citations and arrests are occasionally necessary. This position is required to prepare incident/arrest reports and other forms either written or using a computer. Code Compliance Officers will be required to testify in court when subpoenaed and may work varied shifts.

In performing their duties, Code Compliance Officers will be called upon to assist and provide information to patrons and the public and ensure the safety of passengers on platforms and in parking lots. This position is classified as a Public Officer under the law with powers of arrest. A primary responsibility is to enforce the fare ordinance by performing unannounced random inspection of fares onboard trains and in paid fare zones. The ability to speak, read and write Spanish is highly desirable.

THE POSITION

Hayward is excited to announce an opportunity to join its progressive and dynamic Transportation Division as the Senior Transportation Engineer. Reporting to the Transportation Manager, the Senior Transportation Engineer will manage the development of the Citywide Multi-modal Improvement Study; provide oversight and management on major strategic initiatives as stipulated by City Council; manage the City’s Traffic Management Center; plan, assign and review the work of transportation engineering staff; perform technical evaluations related to traffic operations in the City, including signal system operations, streetlight system operations, management of neighborhood traffic calming efforts; perform complex and advanced transportation engineering related studies; and provide overall support to the Transportation Manager.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: First application review on or before January 10, 2020

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE
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This position is responsible for performing legal secretarial duties requiring both sound judgment and good technical skills.  These duties may include, but are not limited to, transcribing, preparing, processing, and e-filing pleadings/briefs in the various state and federal courts; preparing and processing correspondence, contracts, ordinances, resolutions, City Council memoranda, and other legal documents and instruments; maintaining calendars for attorneys; answering telephones and contacting other offices to provide, obtain, and/or coordinate information and/or appearances; and performing office filing; as well as organizing and maintaining a wide variety of information and materials in support of attorneys.  The skill level of this position places strong emphasis on accuracy, quality, and attention to detail.  A strong knowledge base of legal procedures and court rules (federal and state) is desirable.  This position involves a variety of legal matters including civil litigation, workers' compensation, and all aspects of municipal law.  Incumbent must be proficient in the use of personal computers and able to work with various types of software in the Windows environment.

The successful candidate will be hired at the Legal Administrative Assistant II level.  The annual salary range for a Legal Administrative Assistant II is $62,899.20 to $76,440.
Additionally, this classification also receives a 5% ongoing non-pensionable pay in addition to the salary listed.
 

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this department.  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.