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The Department of Public Works is seeking to fill a vacant Security Officer position.  This position is responsible for performing work focused around security services at City Hall and providing a safe and orderly environment for staff and the public.  Shift rotation will be required every 6 months and will be based staff bids or the need of the department.

Duties include, but are not limited to, providing service to customers, monitoring closed circuit video and access control systems in Security Operation Center (SOC); escorting contractors to perform maintenance on security equipment; monitoring and/or inspecting vehicles at the garage entrance; issuing access badges to employees, interns or contractors for City Hall and other off-site locations. This position will also provide security coverage for various city meetings, public or private events, commissions and hearings in addition to coordinating with Police and Fire during emergency operations, medical calls or other related calls of service pertaining to the City Hall campus.

Current shifts for this position are Monday through Friday, day and swing shifts, however, the position may at times provide coverage for meetings or events on weekends or special projects on the weekend that could fall on a City of San Jose recognized holiday.

This position has a uniform requirement including a jacket & safety shoes. This classification receives an annual uniform allowance every year through the MEF bargaining unit Memorandum of Agreement. While on duty, incumbents of this position will be required to wear the approved uniform for this classification.  

Selected candidate will need to successfully complete a background check prior to date of hire.

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.

OFFICE TECHNICIAN I/II

CLOSE DATE: Friday, January 3rd, 2020

SALARY RANGE:
I  – $16.31-$19.83  Per Hour
II – $18.47-$22.46  Per Hour   
(New employees should anticipate being hired at the beginning of the salary range.)

FINAL FILING DATE:
A complete application packet must be received in the Glenn County Personnel Department by 5:00 P.M., Friday, January 3rd, 2020

THE POSITION
The Office Technician I/II position perform a variety of technical and clerical duties and provides information and assistance to the public regarding departmental policies, procedures and laws at the Glenn County Sheriff’s Office. Office Technician II is distinguished from the class of Office Technician I by the responsibility to perform the most complex technical duties in the program to which assigned. This position is scheduled for forty (40) hours per week. This recruitment may be used to establish a list to fill future vacancies for the next six (6) months.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Experience:        I - Three years of increasingly responsible technical and clerical experience. II - Four years of increasingly responsible technical and clerical experience. I/II - Completion of 24 semester units from an accredited college or university in business-related course work may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

Training:            I/II - Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

All applicants are encouraged to review a detailed job description available at http://www.countyofglenn.net/dept/personnel/job-opportunities/job-descriptions and apply only if they clearly meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.

APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS/INFORMATION - A COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKET MUST INCLUDE:
*     A Glenn County Employment Application        *    Résumé
*     Transcripts and/or Certificates                        *    Cover Letter

It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure applications are received at the Glenn County Personnel Office by 5:00 P.M., Friday, January 03, 2020.
GLENN COUNTY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION:  Application forms must be filled out completely; please do not include “refer to resume” on the application. All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification. A separate application must be filed for each position.
Application forms may be completed on CalOpps.org or obtained from and returned to:
GLENN COUNTY PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT
525 W. Sycamore Street, Willows, CA  95988
Telephone (530) 934-6451 – Fax (530) 934-6452
TDD – No Voice (530) 934-6444
Website: www.countyofglenn.net

RESIDENCE REQUIREMENTS: There is no residence requirement except certain positions may require the employee to reside within a reasonable commuting distance.
TRAVEL AND RELATED EXPENSES: Glenn County does not reimburse applicants for any travel or related expenses incurred in connection with applying for employment.
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS: Applicants wishing to claim veterans' preference points for an open, non-promotional examination must attach a copy of their DD2l4 to their application at the time of submission. Submissions after the final filing date will not be accepted.
MEDICAL EXAMINATION: Applicants may be required to pass a medical examination and fingerprinting as a condition of employment or promotion. Medical exams may include a fitness exam and a drug & alcohol screen.
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver’s license. See Training and Experience for any additional required license or certification.
DEGREE OR CERTIFICATIONS: Copies of all required degrees and/or certifications, as outlined in the job description, must be provided.  Please include copies of all required educational degrees beyond high school and special requirement documents such as certificates, licensures, etc. in your job application packet.
SELECTION PROCESS:  The selection process may consist of an application evaluation, oral examination, written exam and fingerprinting process. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in an interview wherein their qualifications for this position will be reviewed in more detail. Additional testing may be applicable. If you are selected for an interview, you will automatically be contacted.
Eligible lists are used for Full-Time (40 hrs./wk. with benefits), Part-Time (20-39 hrs./wk. with benefits), and Public Service employee (PSE) temporary (limited benefits).

The City of Sunnyvale is actively seeking a Civilian Fire Marshal to manage the Fire Prevention Unit of the Department of Public Safety about the investigation of fires, fire prevention, code compliance, inspections, hazardous materials, the Certified Unified Program Agency (CUPA), and the review of proposed construction for compliance with codes and regulations.  This person serves as the Department's highest level technical expert on hazardous materials, fire prevention and related regulations.  The ideal candidate will have a passion for excellence, a commitment to serving the community and have outstanding interpersonal and technical skills. Other skills the City is looking for include strong leadership; ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships; and the ability to collaborate with a wide variety of stakeholders.

All of this, plus a generous benefits package and a competitive salary make the City of Sunnyvale a great place to work. 

A complete application consists of a City application and responses to the supplemental questionnaire.  The final filing date is January 6, 2020 at 5:00 pm. For complete information regarding this opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov.

Salary: $160,169.00 - $193,145.00

Yuba County is currently recruiting for the position of Media and Community Relations Specialist in the County Administrator’s Office. Under direction, the incumbent will perform a wide variety of activities in support of the County’s social media relations and promotional efforts, including writing and editing material for publication and event conceptualization and development; plan, develop, implement a variety of social media campaigns; learn and apply emerging technologies in the media and communications field; perform related work as assigned. This position reports directly to Communications Coordinator. This class is distinguished from Communications Coordinator in that the latter has overall responsibility for the planning and implementation of a countywide marketing and communications plan.

Example Of Duties:

-Perform a variety of marketing, public outreach and community relations activities, events, and public awareness programs for the dissemination of information regarding County operations, policies, and procedures
 

-Create, research, edit, and contribute content and materials including posts, tweets, pitch letters, backgrounders, customer communications, fact sheets, brochures, feature articles, press releases, and other materials.
 

-Maintain steady and positive presence in the media through releases, contact, and responsiveness to inquiries/requests.

-Monitor social media management standards, policies and rules of engagement
 

-Manage social public relations activities to reach target audiences with engaging messaging coordinating with other online brand content. 
 

 -Create analytics report and leverage analytical data to provide insight, make recommendations to improve account performance, and adjust strategy as needed

DEPUTY SHERIFF

CLOSE DATE: Friday, December 20th, 2019

SALARY RANGE:

$27.38-$33.27  Per Hour   

INCENTIVE PAY:

POST Certificate or Degree: 5% - Intermediate or BA or BS, 10% - Advanced or MA or MS, 15% -Supervisory or Ph.D.

OTHER PAY:

5% - Holiday Pay
$0.40 per hour – Uniform Allowance
$0.50 per hour – Bi-Lingual Pay

FINAL FILING DATE:
A complete application packet must be received in the Glenn County Personnel Department by 5:00 P.M., Friday, December 20th, 2019

THE POSITION
The Deputy Sheriff position performs a variety of responsible law enforcement and crime prevention work, including patrolling assigned areas, answering calls and complaints, investigating crimes, serving civil papers, and providing courtroom security; to enforce all federal and state laws and local ordinances related to public safety and welfare at the Glenn County Sheriff’s Office throughout Glenn County. This position is scheduled for forty (40) hours per week with a rotating schedule. This recruitment may be used to establish a list to fill future vacancies for the next six (6) months.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Experience:            Some law enforcement experience is desirable

Training:            High school diploma or GED equivalent

License or Certificate:     Possession of an appropriate valid California driver’s license.  Possession of P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate or enrollment in POST Academy.

All applicants are encouraged to review a detailed job description available at http://www.countyofglenn.net/dept/personnel/job-opportunities/job-descriptions and apply only if they clearly meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.

APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS/INFORMATION - A COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKET MUST INCLUDE:
*     A Glenn County Employment Application        *    Résumé
*     Transcripts and/or Certificates                        *    Cover Letter
*    P.O.S.T. Certificate                                                *    GCPER 44/Conviction Form

It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure applications are received at the Glenn County Personnel Office by 5:00 P.M., Friday, December 20, 2019
GLENN COUNTY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION:  Application forms must be filled out completely; please do not include “refer to resume” on the application. All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification. A separate application must be filed for each position.
Application forms may be completed on CalOpps.org or obtained from and returned to:
GLENN COUNTY PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT
525 W. Sycamore Street, Willows, CA  95988
Telephone (530) 934-6451 – Fax (530) 934-6452
TDD – No Voice (530) 934-6444
Website: www.countyofglenn.net

RESIDENCE REQUIREMENTS: There is no residence requirement except certain positions may require the employee to reside within a reasonable commuting distance.
TRAVEL AND RELATED EXPENSES: Glenn County does not reimburse applicants for any travel or related expenses incurred in connection with applying for employment.
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS: Applicants wishing to claim veterans' preference points for an open, non-promotional examination must attach a copy of their DD2l4 to their application at the time of submission. Submissions after the final filing date will not be accepted.
MEDICAL EXAMINATION: Applicants may be required to pass a medical examination and fingerprinting as a condition of employment or promotion. Medical exams may include a fitness exam and a drug & alcohol screen.
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver’s license. See Training and Experience for any additional required license or certification.
DEGREE OR CERTIFICATIONS: Copies of all required degrees and/or certifications, as outlined in the job description, must be provided.  Please include copies of all required educational degrees beyond high school and special requirement documents such as certificates, licensures, etc. in your job application packet.
SELECTION PROCESS:  The selection process may consist of an application evaluation, oral examination, written exam and fingerprinting process. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in an interview wherein their qualifications for this position will be reviewed in more detail. Additional testing may be applicable. If you are selected for an interview, you will automatically be contacted.
Eligible lists are used for Full-Time (40 hrs./wk. with benefits), Part-Time (20-39 hrs./wk. with benefits), and Public Service employee (PSE) temporary (limited benefits).
 

The City of Menlo Park, population approximately 32,000, is one of the San Francisco Bay Area’s premier business and residential communities. We’re currently seeking a responsible individual to help enforce local and State parking regulations, as well as local and State ordinances related to municipal code violations and other non-criminal matters.

This is a civilian classification established for the handling of a variety of public service functions in the Parking Enforcement Division of the Police Department with the main focus being overnight parking enforcement.

DEFINITION

The Public Information Officer position works as a valued member of the City Manager’s office. The Public Information Officer shall be experienced in public information dissemination, strong oral and written communications, website management, social media methods, graphic design and photography/video. This full-time, regular professional-level position requires an independent, organized, energetic, experienced, innovative and creative individual to develop and manage a variety of materials, activities and public relations strategies to enhance the City’s communication with Los Altos residents, businesses and customers.

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

1. Develop and manage the City’s Public Information and Communications Strategies
2. Serve as spokesperson with the media for the City
3. Builds and maintains positive relations with media, Council, City staff, residents and other agencies
4. Manages team of communications representatives from various City departments and works with City departments in the development of programmatic and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) project updates of interest to residents through press releases, website updates and other appropriate communication methods
5. Develop and monitor the City’s website content to ensure information is relevant and timely
6. Identify challenges and emerging issues faced by the City.  Work with leadership team and staff to recognize internal and external communications opportunities
7. Responds to major incidents as requested; provides public information to new media and coordinates information flow and dissemination
8. Develop, write, design and produce informational, educational and outreach materials and activities
9. Utilize and coordinate approved social media methods to communicate with residents and customers, including staying current on social media methods and making recommendations for continuous improvements
10. Identify and cultivate strategic alliances with governmental and non-governmental organizations
11. Stays current on new trends and innovations in the field of communications, multimedia technologies and social media.  Utilizes new technologies and media platforms to effectively implement City’s communications plan
12. Perform research and/or data gathering activities and prepare the City’s Annual Report
13. Coordinate and/or assist with preparation and coordination of various periodic and annual City reports and publications
14. Provide technical guidance to City departments regarding working with the media and effective marketing strategies
15. Photograph still and video images of City programs, events and projects, as needed
16. Attend public meetings, as needed
17. Serve on City-wide committees and ad hoc project assignments
18. Executes citizen surveys as needed
19. Perform other duties, as assigned

MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Excellent command of English language including spelling, grammar and punctuation; modern office methods, procedures, organizational skills and equipment including automation hardware and software; Computer skills including applications such as Microsoft Office and Adobe Photoshop; Internet skills including use of social media; Internet website development and management methods

ABILITY TO:

Work independently and efficiently; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; demonstrate tact and discretion in preparing, disclosing and handling information of a confidential, controversial and sensitive nature; establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, elected and appointed officials, residents, interests groups, legislators, and the public; communicate technical information including complex rules, regulations, legislation, and laws in a manner that is appropriate for the intended audience; develop and implement city policies and procedures, translating strategy into integrated implementation; organize duties and determine priorities in order to meet assigned deadlines; photograph action-oriented images of programs and projects; work a flexible schedule, as needed; demonstrate organizational leadership and work effectively as a team member.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

• Five years professional communications experience; experience with City Government experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university with major emphasis in public administration, journalism, mass media communications, marketing, public relations or a related field
• Valid California driver’s license

IDEAL CANDIDATE POSSESSES THE FOLLOWING CHARACTERISTICS: Is highly professional, patient, respectful, and ethical; possesses excellent problem-solving skills and a can-do attitude. This position should demonstrate a high level of customer service standards with the community, customers, and departments. The ideal candidate is comfortable with change and can multi-task; is familiar with governmental organizational structure and public service oriented, has a willingness and capacity to learn and be innovative. Communicates effectively and proactively both verbally and in writing. Enjoys working in a small town atmosphere with an engaged public, including merchants, property owners and residents.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer. Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, or typewriter keyboard, and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS:

The recruitment will remain open until the position is filled. Prior to hire, candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, including a livescan background investigation. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose a conviction will result in disqualification or termination. 

This position is open until filled with a first review date of December 9, 2019.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER  

The City of Los Altos is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of a person’s race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age or sexual orientation. Candidates with a disability, which may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process, should advise City of Los Altos upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request. 

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER: 

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

The City of South San Francisco is accepting applications for the position of Code Enforcement Officer

Application Deadline: December 30, 2019 @ 5 p.m. or upon receipt of the first 50 qualified applicants, whichever occurs first.

THE CITY OFFERS AN ATTRACTIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE, AS WELL AS CalPERS, SOCIAL SECURITY, AND MEDICARE PARTICIPATION.

THE CITY

The City of South San Francisco is a General Law city with a population of 68,000 residents that grows to 110,000 during business hours. South San Francisco is strategically located on the west shore of the San Francisco Bay, in northern San Mateo County, 10 miles south of San Francisco. This City is also located along the Bay Area's main transportation routes, included 101, 280, Caltrain, BART, San Francisco Bay Ferry, and the San Francisco International Airport.

The City of South San Francisco is a full-service city with 12 City Departments including Police; Fire; Parks and Recreation; Public Works; Economic and Community Development; City Attorney; Library; Finance; Information Technology; Human Resources; City Clerk; and Office of the City Manager.  The City has a Council-City Manager form of government with more than 460 full-time regular employees.

The City of South San Francisco proudly remains The Industrial City, a reflection of its steel mill and ship building past.  In recent years, the City has been redefined to reflect the innovative, entrepreneurial and industrious spirit, which has made South San Francisco the Biotech Capital of the World.

South San Francisco’s biotechnology cluster is the largest in the world, with roughly 45,000 life science workers, 200 biotech companies, and over 12 million square feet of office/R&D facilities – with an additional 9 million square feet of new R&D facilities in the development pipeline. 

South San Francisco enjoys a high quality of life with an extensive public parks system, active library and learning programming and a dynamic, engaged community making South San Francisco a great place to live, learn, work and play. 

THE DEPARTMENT

The Public Works Maintenance department is composed of a Director and 11 full-time management staff with a 26 million dollar operating budget.  The department is comprised of the Public Works, Engineering, and WQCP (Water Quality Control Plant) divisions.  The Public Works Division oversees 127 miles of streets which includes asphalt, concrete, over 12,000 road signs, street markings, 70 signalized intersections, 164 miles of sewers, 125 miles of storm drains, 3857 street lights, 5 lift stations, and various miscellaneous tasks.

THE POSITION

The Code Enforcement Officer is responsible for field investigation and enforcement of a wide variety of municipal codes and ordinances, as well as conducting uniform building-related code inspections.  Examples of some of the duties for this position are:

• Receives and investigates complaints of nuisances and alleged violations of various ordinances and building regulations.
• Obtains evidence of violations; prepares reports with recommendations; assists in the preparation of cases for Planning Commission, City Council, and court action.
• Makes periodic site inspections for conformity to approved plans as assigned.
• Inspects projects for compliance with conditions imposed by the Planning Commission and/or City Council. 

THE SELECTION PROCESS

The process will first consist of a review of application materials and responses to the supplemental questionnaire, which must be detailed and complete. A resume may be attached but does not substitute for a complete application. Applications with "see resume" as a substitution for the work experience description; those with unclear past employment information; or those with insufficient information to evaluate possession of minimum qualifications will not be considered. The most highly suitable and qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an oral panel interview tentatively scheduled for January 9, 2020.

Upon completion of this examination, an eligible list will be established which will be used for the appointment to the position. Possession of minimal qualifications does not guarantee advancement in the selection process and placement on the eligible employment list. Top scoring candidates will be invited to the next phase of the selection process which will consist of any or all of the following: a departmental interview and written/performance exercise. All applicants will be notified by email as to whether or not they are invited to participate further in the selection process.

Appeals concerning administration of an examination must be submitted in writing within 2-business days from the date the event occurred.

Note: The City of South San Francisco reserves the right, at its discretion, to limit the number of qualified candidates invited to the selection process. Admission to the examination may be limited to those applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications on the application and resume, in addition to an assessment of supplemental questionnaire responses. Applicants possessing the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed admission to the examination.

To review complete job descriptions which include all special requirements, go to www.ssf.net

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

     The Community Energy Department is seeking to fill one (1) full-time Public Information Manager position in the Account Management, Marketing, and Public Affairs Division. This advanced communications position reports directly to the Deputy Director and will manage an existing Marketing and Public Affairs team.

     The Public Information Manager will serve as a spokesperson for the Community Energy Department, managing internal and external communications. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in writing, community relations, marketing campaigns, and project management. Complex energy issues, such as PG&E’s Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) program, need to be clearly communicated to the public. This position will utilize strong industry experience to develop specialized marketing materials, webpages, and other public relations policies and procedures.

     As the City continues to explore owning and operating electrical distribution infrastructure, the Public Information Manager will organize and lead the department’s community outreach and engagement efforts. Typical duties of this position may include, but are not limited to:

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          + Writing and editing press releases for media outlet distribution;

          + Drafting speeches and talking points;

          + Arranging interviews for the department;

          + Assisting with logistical arrangements for press conferences, meetings, and/or speaking engagements;

          + Responding to requests for information from media outlets;

          + Maintaining and upholding the department’s public relations;

          + Supporting the department’s legislative policy campaigns;

          + Managing the department’s communications materials;

          + Develop and manage campaign budgets;

          + Coordinating with the City’s Emergency Operations Center when needed; and

          + Other projects and assignments as requested

      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 Public Information Manager is: $116,923.45 - $143,110.06

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

     In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Public Information Manager 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:

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          +  Job Expertise – Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.

          +  Analytical Thinking – Approaching a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach.

          +  Collaboration - Develops networks and builds alliances; engages in cross-functional activities.

          +  Fiscal Management - Understands the relationship of the budget and resources to the strategic plan; complies with administrative controls over funds, contracts, and procurements.

          +  Flexibility - Makes effective decisions and achieves desired results in the midst of major changes in responsibilities, work processes, timeframes, performance expectations, organizational culture, or work environment.

          +  Leadership - Leads by example; demonstrates high ethical standards; remains visible and approachable and interacts with others on a regular basis; promotes a cooperative work environment, allowing others to learn from mistakes; provides motivational supports and direction.

          +  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.

          +  Political Skills - In taking action, demonstrates an understanding and consideration of how it will impact stakeholders and affected areas in the organization.

          +  Project Management - Ensures support for projects and implements agency goals and strategic objectives.

          +  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

          +  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.

     Selection Process:

     The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant’s training and experience based on the application, cover letter and resume, and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews, one of which may include a practical/writing exercise.

     You will be prompted to answer the following job-specific questions during the online application process. Please note that there is a 4,000-character limit, including spaces, for applicable text response.  

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         1. Do you have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in journalism, mass media communications, public relations, advertising, marketing or a closely related field?

         2. Please specify your degree, field of study, and the college or university where you obtained your degree. You may also include any additional degrees or applicable certifications that you have achieved.

         3. Do you have six (6) years of increasingly responsible journalism, mass media communications, public relations or public information experience, including three (3) years of supervisory experience?

         4. How have you obtained six (6) years of increasingly responsible journalism, mass media communications, public relations or public information experience, including three (3) years of supervisory experience.

         5. Describe a situation in which you embraced a new system, process, technology, or idea at work that was a major departure from the old way of doing things.

         6. Describe the most complex “analytical” project you have worked on that required you to evaluate various types of data sets and make a recommendation about a course of action.

         7. Please describe your approach to managing team and project performance in a creative environment.  

     You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. 

     If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact michelle.saechao@sanjoseca.gov