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The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of Eligibility Technician in the Health and Human Services Department. Currently, there are multiple vacancies. The incumbent will determine eligibility of applicants and recipients for public assistance programs and/or assist with acquiring services and benefits through interactive interviewing and fact gathering; maintain current know ledge of multiple program regulations and procedures necessary for multi-program caseload determination; authorize payments following program procedures and guidelines; initiate and process case work through an automated system; identify needs and provide information or referral for health, social and/or employment services; act as an advocate for clients and their dependents by assisting in the preparation of forms and documents, obtaining and presenting evidence for claims or benefits and by representing clients before other agencies by following-up on claims or applying for benefits that may have been denied; provide quality customer service, and perform related work as assigned. This position reports directly to an Eligibility Supervisor and may receive lead direction from a Senior Eligibility Technician.

About the Health and Human Services Department: The  Department provides a wide array of services through a diverse system of holistic programs. It is responsible for planning, managing, coordinating, and delivering a continuum of services in a manner that is responsive to the needs of the community. The department is committed to promoting a safe, healthy and self-sufficient environment and investing in the community to improve the overall well-being of our residents. Divisions include: Adult Services; Child Welfare Services; Public Assistance; Employment Services; Housing and Integrated Services; Public Health; Veterans Services; and Finance and Administration.

About Yuba County:

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.

To view the full announcement for this exciting opportunity, please visit the City of San José’s employment page by clicking on the link below.

Then click on the “Management Recruitments” link. 

City of San José Employment Page

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for one bilingual candidate to serve as a Mental Health Specialist (MHS) whom will provide mental health support services to mentally ill and emotionally disturbed person as part of the Adult/Older Adult Full Service Partnership (FSP) Program. The MHS will appeal to individuals who are inspired working with an engaged community by providing participant advocate and case management services to moderate to severe mentally ill adults and is a field based position.  The MHS will report to the Program Supervisor.

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

• Plan and provide a variety of rehabilitative support services to mentally ill and emotionally disturbed persons to attain, restore, or improve physical, mental, or emotional functioning;
   
• Provide assistance to clinical staff; participate in group and individual support programs;
   
• Serve as a participant advocate; provide case management services;  the ability to work in the field to service clients at their home, shelter or elsewhere;
   
• Maintain records of all activities relating to client care and adhere to  billing compliancy standard;
   
• Perform other duties as assigned, etc.

PEOPLE FIRST – Conduct fair, accurate and transparent elections to increase public participation and confidence
 

The San Mateo County Registration & Elections Division is seeking seasonal Election Worker - Office Specialists to assist in the upcoming March 3, 2020 Presidential Primary Election. The Elections Division is a fast-paced environment; this is an excellent opportunity to work with a group of dynamic, well-organized and highly efficient individuals committed to the democratic process. 
 
We are currently seeking dedicated and hard-working individuals for the temporary, full-time position of Office Specialist to be hired into: 

1. Vote Center Trainer
2. Vote Center Tech Support 

Vote Center Trainer 

• Training Vote Center Representatives on how to use voting equipment to assist voters 
• Supervising Vote Center staff and communicating with headquarters 
• Identifying uniquely skilled staff for special assignments 

Vote Center Tech Support 

• Helping to test equipment that will be used at Vote Centers 
• Visiting Vote Centers and testing connections 
• Troubleshooting equipment issues in the field 

NOTE: This is an extra-help, at-will assignment, paid on an hourly basis. Extra help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment. Overtime is expected. Hourly wage starts at: $25.23.

PEOPLE FIRST – Conduct fair, accurate and transparent elections to increase public participation and confidence 
 

The San Mateo County Registration & Elections Division is seeking seasonal Election Worker Office Assistants to assist in the upcoming March 3, 2020 Presidential Primary Election. The Elections Division is a fast-paced environment; this is an excellent opportunity to work with a group of dynamic, well-organized and highly efficient individuals committed to the democratic process. 

We are currently seeking dedicated and hard-working individuals for the temporary, full-time position of office assistant to be hired into one of five areas: 

Clerical Support/Vote by Mail 

• Data entry 
• Assembling election supplies 
• Assembling and processing of Vote by Mail ballot packets 
• Counting ballots 
• Operating voting equipment 

Customer Service/Phone Bank 

• Assisting voters in finding election material and understanding their voting opportunities over the phone 

Outreach Services 

• Demonstrating voting equipment 
• Registering voters 
• Presenting information about the upcoming election 

Voting Equipment 

• Helping function test voting equipment 
• Assisting in delivery and pickup of voting equipment at Vote Centers 

Supplies 

• Inventorying and packing/unpacking Vote Center supplies 
• May also help with delivering supplies to Vote Centers

Fluency in Spanish, Mandarin and/or Cantonese, Tagalog/Filipino, or Korean preferred in areas 1 - 3 but not required. 

The election worker is classified as an office assistant. The hourly wage for the election worker is $19.88.
 

NOTE: This is an extra-help, at-will assignment, paid on an hourly basis. Extra help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment. Overtime is expected. 

PEOPLE FIRST – Conduct fair, accurate and transparent elections to increase public participation and confidence 

The San Mateo County Registration & Elections Division is seeking seasonal Election Vote Center Representatives (Office Assistant I) to assist in the upcoming March 3, 2020 Presidential Primary Election. Vote Centers have replaced polling places as in-person voting sites and offer additional services over a longer period of time. This position requires the ability to operate a computer and computer applications/software quickly and accurately. 

 We are currently seeking dedicated and hard-working individuals for the temporary, full-time position of Vote Center Representative to be hired for the following duties: 

Several, but not all, Vote Center Representatives require fluency in Spanish, Mandarin and/or Cantonese, Tagalog/Filipino or Korean 

1. Use a computer to verify voter eligibility. 
2. Provide information about the upcoming election. 
3. Guide voters on use of electronic ballot marking devices. 
4. Operate/troubleshoot voting equipment. 
5. Provide in-person customer service including assisting voters to register to vote and assisting voters in casting a ballot. 
6. Issue ballots. 
7. Maintain accurate files and records. 

Vote Centers will be open for four to eleven days. Those hired can expect to work approximately 7 – 15 days including training. 

Vote Center Representatives will work 5 days per week and 8 hours per day. This assignment will include weekends and potentially 2 or more evenings. On Election Day, Vote Center Representatives will work from 6:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. or later if necessary. 

Vote Center hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily during the period of operation, including weekends and holidays, and 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Election Day, March 3, 2020. These positions may require evening work assignments. 

NOTE: This is an extra-help, at-will assignment, paid on an hourly basis. Extra help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment. Hourly wage starts at: $19.88.

PEOPLE FIRST – Conduct fair, accurate and transparent elections to increase public participation and confidence 
 
The San Mateo County Registration & Elections Division is seeking seasonal Elections Warehouse Technicians/Field Technicians to assist in the upcoming March 3, 2020 Presidential Primary Election. The Elections Division is a fast-paced environment; this is an excellent opportunity to work with a group of dynamic, well-organized and highly efficient individuals committed to the democratic process. 

We are currently seeking dedicated and hard-working individuals for the temporary, full-time classification of office assistant to be hired into one of the following areas: 
 
Elections Warehouse Technician

• Testing functions of electronic voting equipment 
• Staging heavy equipment containers for delivery
• Inventorying and moving voting equipment and Vote Center supplies
• Assisting in delivery and pickup of voting equipment at Vote Centers 
• Assisting in delivery of spare equipment and supplies to Vote Centers

Elections Field Technician

• Testing functions of electronic voting equipment 
• Assisting in delivery, connection and testing of voting equipment at Vote Centers 
• Troubleshooting voting equipment at Vote Centers
• Assisting in delivery of spare equipment and supplies to Vote Centers
• Driving regularly to each Vote Center on an assigned route to make sure that all equipment is properly functioning

The Elections Warehouse Technicians and Elections Field Technicians are classified as an Office Assistant. The hourly wage for these positions is $19.88.
 
NOTE: This is an extra-help, at-will assignment, paid on an hourly basis. Extra help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment. Overtime is expected. 

THE POSITION 

The City/County Association of Governments of San Mateo County (C/CAG), a Joint Powers Authority, is seeking qualified applicants for the position of C/CAG Program Director.

Under the direction of the Executive Director, the C/CAG Program Director plans, organizes, directs and coordinates activities and programs related to mobility and the Congestion Management System for the County.

This management position is expected to provide technical and administrative support to the City/ County Association of Governments (C/CAG) on transportation and related issues; coordinate projects with the cities within San Mateo County and the County, as well as, outside agencies. Manage budgets related to all assigned projects and programs; design and uses of standard work, policies and procedures; development and execution of C/CAG plans and objectives. Exercise leadership of diverse professional, technical, and clerical staff through subordinate management and/or supervisory personnel. Coordinate activities with all 21 local jurisdictions as well as other transportation agencies in the county, in the Bay Area region and the State.

IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will have five years' of managerial experience ideally in the transportation or related field, as well as, experience in city or regional planning; transportation policies and funding management; governmental procurement principles, contract negotiation, preparation and administration; and state legislative process. Additionally, the successful candidate will be:

• A collaborator who can work effectively and positively with a variety of stakeholders.
• Quick and clear thinking, calm under pressure and tactful in resolving issues.
• Approachable, politically astute with a management style that quickly fosters trust, loyalty, respect, commitment and partnership from the community, county managers, and Regional / State / Federal agencies.
• A strong financial manager that also has the knowledge and ability to identify, pursue, and secure potential funding sources for C/CAG programs.
• An experienced manager with sound understanding of the Metropolitan Transportation Commission, the Association of Bay Area Governments, the California Department of Transportation, Congestion Management Agencies, transportation programming, processes, and funding; local land use and housing planning.
• An effective speaker to diverse audiences, including the Board, professional, civic, legislative, and citizen groups.
• A relationship builder to effectively represent C/CAG to other departments, agencies, public bodies, Regional/ State/ Federal agencies and California Legislature.

C/CAG
The City/County Association of Governments of San Mateo County (C/CAG) is a Joint Powers Authority that deals with issues that affect the quality of life in general; transportation, air quality, stormwater runoff, Integrated Waste Management Review, airport and land use compatibility. The C/CAG Board is comprised of representatives from every city, the County and County transportation agencies in San Mateo County. C/CAG responsibilities include the following functions and Countywide plans:

• Allocation of State and Federal transportation funds to cities, the County, and other agencies.
• State Legislative Advocacy.
• Congestion Management Plan.
• Countywide Transportation Plan.
• Countywide Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan.
• Comprehensive Airport Land Use Compatibility Plans.
• San Mateo Congestion Relief Plan.
• Integrated Countywide Waste Management Plan Review.
• Clean Air (TFCA) Expenditure Program for San Mateo County.
• Stormwater Pollution Prevention Program.
• Environmental/Transportation (Motor Vehicle Fees) Program.
• San Mateo County Energy Watch.

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

• Provide technical support and recommendations to the C/CAG Board in the formulation and implementation of transportation policy, funding, programming, planning, and projects. 
• Act as staff liaison to C/CAG committees as assigned by the Executive Director.
• Provide technical support and analysis to the C/CAG Board on transportation related issues including housing and land use.
• Work on assignments that are highly complex and sensitive in nature, where substantial judgment and initiative is essential. 
• Procure, manage, direct, and monitor consultant services, including contract negotiation and invoice processing. 
• Monitor and ensure effective internal controls are in place for projects and programs to ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations. 
• Recruit, develop, supervise, and evaluate staff and ensure timely and quality of staff work product. 
• Apply for and administer grants and manage grant funded projects. 
• Represent CCAG in federal, state, regional, and local transportation or housing related task forces, work groups, and committees. 
• Work in collaboration with C/CAG member agencies and partner agencies to ensure customer satisfaction as well as represent C/CAG's best interests.
• Analyze transportation related policies and proposed legislation, recommend positions to be taken by C/CAG. Maintain liaison with officials in the legislative and other governmental offices to further C/CAG goals, objectives, and interests. 
• Coordinate among C/CAG member agencies, the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC), Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG), the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) and the California Transportation Commission (CTC) regarding transportation projects, programming, and allocation of funds.
• Assist or represent the C/CAG Executive Director on the Executive Council for the San Mateo County Express Lanes Joint Powers Authority (SMCEL JPA). 
• Assist the Executive Director in strategic planning and organization management.  Participate as a member of the senior management team in the development and implementation of organization-wide policies and programs that will contribute to its overall success.
• Oversee and participate in selecting, training, motivating and evaluating personnel and contractors; recommend and implement personnel actions, such as promotions, transfers, discharges and disciplinary measures.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• Administer and manage C/CAG funding programs such as Measure M funds, OneBayArea Grant (OBAG), Transportation Development Act (TDA) Article 3, Transportation Fund for Clean Air (TFCA), Lifeline Transportation program, State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP), as well as other federal, state, and regional funded programs such as those authorized by SB1 and RM3 as they relate to C/CAG. 
• Maintain and track program and project budgets; review accounting/financial reports from C/CAG Fiscal Agent and reconcile differences. Act as a direct liaison for financial audits on responsible programs/projects.
• Develop and recommend strategies and priorities on transportation, movement of people and goods, traffic congestion relief, and associated strategies as they relate to housing and land use.
• Responsible for the development and implementation of plans and programs such as PDA Investment and Growth Strategy, Countywide Transportation Plan, Congestion Management Program, Countywide Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan, and transportation maps. Coordinate between the region and San Mateo County on the development and implementation of Plan Bay Area and associated activities.
• Coordinate with Bay Area County Transportation Agencies (BACTA), regional and state agencies on the development and implementation of policies, programming, and project delivery.
• Assist member agencies on the programming and delivery of federal and state funded projects.
• Create goals and strategies that support C/CAG's vision and management philosophy.
• Plan, direct, manage and support C/CAG sponsored and C/CAG supported projects to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of projects by working with involved agencies and consultants. 
• Coordinate with federal, state, regional and local agencies to ensure compliance with pertinent administrative requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS 
Education and Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is: five years of increasingly responsible managerial experience preferably in the transportation field.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of public administration and program management, including planning, implementation and evaluation.
• Principles and practices of governmental procurement principles, contract negotiation, preparation and administration.
• Pertinent local, state and federal laws, rules, regulations and enforcement procedures.
• Practices and procedures as applied to the analysis and evaluation of programs, policies and operational needs.
• Local and state legislative processes and the key players within those processes.
• Basic principles and practices of the County's operations and its administration and organization.
• Principles and practices of transportation planning or urban planning.

Skill/Ability to:

• Research, analyze, and make recommendations on administrative and management practices and procedures.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing; prepare comprehensive administrative, fiscal and technical reports and correspondence.
• Represent C/CAG to other departments, agencies, and before public bodies.
• Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with others contacted in course of performing assigned responsibilities.
• Integrate a variety of activities and services to achieve program goals, objectives, and priorities.
• Apply principles and techniques of community organization.
• Speak effectively to diverse audiences, including professional, civic, legislative, and citizen groups.
• Maintain cooperative working relationships with other agencies and staff.
• Prepare complex and detailed written reports, program policies, procedures and contracts.
• Interpret policies, guidelines and procedures.

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION 

Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.

Application materials will be reviewed and applicants whose education and experience appear to best meet the needs of the position will be contacted by C/CAG for an interview with the hiring executive. 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 above or below. 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 (unless otherwise stated) on the final filing date.

Final Filing Date: Monday, November 25, 2019, at 11:59 PM
Departmental Interviews (tentative): Week of December 9, 2019

At the County of San Mateo, we take pride in the way our employees bring together their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to serve our community's needs. The County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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.

Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) seeks a Chief of Police to join our team as we expand our transit service in the Northern San Francisco Bay Area!

The Chief of Police plans, organizes, coordinates and directs SMART’s Public Safety operation; inspects, monitors, reviews and audits the public safety functions and activities; serves as a resource to law and fire agencies regarding rail security and safety procedures; serves as a liaison to other public safety organizations; and performs other related functions as directed. This position may be required to provide day-to-day supervision of the rail system, attend community and management meetings and meet with the Board of Directors to discuss policy and procedure.

Description

Under direction of the General Manager, this position is responsible for activities relating to:

•      Infrastructure Protection
•      Passenger Protection
•      Employee Protection
•      Threat Assessment
•      Accident Investigation involving SMART property and equipment
•      Criminal Investigations

The Chief of Police is responsible for overseeing all aspects of public safety including:

• Liaison with local, state and federal agencies
• Oversee public safety staff to include code enforcement, parking enforcement and contract

personnel.

• Supervise Code Compliance activities.

Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by, and minimum requirements required of, employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job or responsibilities. SMART reserves the right to determine and amend job duties and responsibilities.

•     Develops and directs the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for the safety and security staff and/or consultants;
•    Prepares and administers the department’s budget.
•    Prepares and implements written transit enforcement procedures.
• Updates and revises same as required by the System Security Program Plan. Manages SMART’s security statistics and develops reports for management.

•    Oversees SMART’s contracted public safety functions including community-oriented policing, patrol, crime prevention, investigation, traffic enforcement, school services, communications procedures and reporting.
•    Assists with and cooperates in the investigation of major crimes and other rail incidents, in coordination with other agencies as needed; assists District Attorneys in the preparation of cases.
•    Serves as Smart’s Chief Investigator for rail accidents in cooperation with affected

Federal, State and Local agencies.

•    Prepares, recommends and implements strategic plans to meet SMART’s current and long-range transit enforcement and emergency preparedness needs, including disaster preparedness and response.
•    Confers with and represents SMART in meetings with, various governmental agencies, local law enforcement and public safety agencies as well as a variety of public and private organizations.
•    Works closely with the Board of Directors, the General Manager, other departments, a variety of public and private organizations and citizen groups in developing programs and implementing projects to maximize public safety services.
•    Monitors changes in laws, court decisions, regulations and technology that may affect SMART operations; implementing policy, procedural and operational changes as required.
•    Negotiates and manages contracts in areas of responsibility. Provides technical expertise for the design, installation and expansion of various transit enforcement projects.
•    Develops and controls unit budget
•    Performs other related duties as assigned.