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The Menlo Park Fire Protection District is currently seeking a Fire Inspector/Investigator I/ II to join our team.  This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic individual wanting to make contributions in a fast-paced environment.  The Fire Prevention Division is regarded as an integral part of the community, providing consultation and delivering comprehensive inspection and investigative services complying with District policies and procedures

About the District

The Fire District covers the communities of Atherton, Menlo Park and East Palo Alto plus some of the unincorporated areas of San Mateo County. The District has seven stations that are strategically placed to provide the most efficient response times. The District responds to approximately 8,500 emergencies a year with about 60% of them being emergency medical incidents. 

Fire Inspector/Investigator I - Salary Range: $42.08-51.15/hr

Description -  Under direct supervision of the Fire Marshal and Deputy Fire Marshal, this position will be required to perform fire and life safety inspections, assist in fire origin and cause investigations and public relations duties as assigned.  This position is an entry level position. 

Typical Duties performed:

* Inspects residential, commercial and industrial units to determine and enforce compliance with safety laws and ordinances

* Assists in the investigation causes of fires, including fires of undetermined or suspected incendiary origin

* Inspects areas or places where there are large public gatherings or high values

* Plans and conducts programs in public education and information regarding fire prevention

* Investigates complaints and answers questions regarding hazards and violations of fire prevention regulations

* Observes fire drills in schools, businesses and convalescent homes

* Maintains records and prepares reports

* Makes presentations to civic organizations and school groups

* Maintains complete and accurate record files of fire safety codes, regulations, ordinances, inspections made, and violations and penalties

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* The principles of fire prevention and the related principles of fire investigation and the State and City laws concerning these activities

* Building construction, including fire alarm systems, fire sprinkler systems, wet and dry standpipe systems and related systems

* Local, state, and federal laws, codes, and ordinances involving environmental protection

* Computerized systems for maintaining data and preparing reports and correspondence

Ability to:

* Speak effectively before large groups of people

* Communicate requirements, policies, and decisions to the public and co-workers in an effective manner

* Follow and provide written and oral directions

* Prepare written reports

* Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

* Deal tactfully and courteously with government officials, co-workers, contractors, architects and the general public

* Work in a team-based environment and achieve common goals

* Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet strict deadlines

* Read and interpret blueprints or construction drawings

* Perform heavy and hazardous physical labor, and wear protective clothing and breathing apparatus as required to perform inspections and investigations

* Bend, stoop, reach, carry, crawl, climb, and lift as necessary to perform assigned duties

Education and Experience

Must complete CA State Fire Training Certifications for Fire Inspector 1 and Fire Investigator 1A within 2 years of hire. 

A 2 year vocational degree in fire science is desirable or equivalent years of experience as an inspector or closely related field. 

Construction trades experience is highly desirable, i.e. fire sprinkler fitter/designer, fire alarm installer/designer.

Fire Inspector/Investigator II - Salary Range: $53.76-59.27/hr

* Inspects residential, commercial and industrial units to determine and enforce compliance with safety laws and ordinances

* Investigates the causes of fires, including fires of undetermined or suspected incendiary origin

* Inspects areas or places where there are large public gatherings or high values

* Plans and conducts programs in public education and information regarding fire prevention

* Investigates complaints and answers questions regarding hazards and violations of fire prevention regulations

* Hazardous Materials use and storage inspections

* High Pile Storage inspections

* Maintains records and prepares reports

* Makes presentations to civic organizations and school groups

* Maintains complete and accurate record files of fire safety codes, regulations, ordinances, inspections made, and violations and penalties

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* The principles of fire prevention and the related principles of fire investigation and the State and City laws concerning these activities

* Building construction, including fire alarm systems, fire sprinkler systems, wet and dry standpipe systems and related systems

* Local, state, and federal laws, codes, and ordinances involving environmental protection

* California Penal Code Section 832, which consists of Arrest components

* Computerized systems for maintaining data and preparing reports and correspondence

Ability to:

* Develop and conduct an effective public relations program on fire prevention

* Speak effectively before large groups of people

* Communicate requirements, policies, and decisions to the public and co-workers in an effective manner

* Follow and provide written and oral directions

* Prepare written reports

* Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

* Deal tactfully and courteously with government officials, co-workers, contractors, architects and the general public

* Work in a team-based environment and achieve common goals

* Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet strict deadlines

* Read and interpret blueprints or construction drawings

* Perform heavy and hazardous physical labor, and wear protective clothing and breathing apparatus as required to perform inspections and investigations

* Bend, stoop, reach, carry, crawl, climb, and lift as necessary to perform assigned duties

Education and Experience

Must meet requirements of MPFD Fire Inspector I. 

Must have completed CA State Fire Training Certifications for Fire Inspector II, ICC Fire Inspector I to be eligible to promote to Fire Inspector II.

Fire Investigator I and PC832 and 4 years of fire investigation experience required to be a Lead Fire Investigator. 

A 2 year vocational degree in fire science is highly desirable or equivalent years of experience as an inspector or closely related field.

Construction trades experience is highly desirable, i.e. fire sprinkler fitter/designer, fire alarm installer/designer.

 

The Menlo Park Fire Protection District seeks an Administrative Assistant to support the training division.  The assistant will work with District staff on various projects. The selected candidate must be available to work Monday through Thursday between 7:00am and 5:00pm.

Interviews for this position will be held in the beginning of October.

DEFINITION:

Under general supervision, the Administrative Assistant performs a variety of routine to complex office, administrative, clerical, and technical duties in support of the training division within the District, including but not limited to: human resources, reception, fire prevention, grants and US&R, fire education, finance administration, payroll; creates and maintains records; and performs related work as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This is an advanced entry-level classification in the office administrative series with an emphasis on performing a wide variety of clerical and office support duties for an assigned department.  Assignments are generally limited in scope, contain fairly routine duties, and are performed within a procedural framework established by higher-level employees.  Specific duties vary depending upon the department to which the incumbent is assigned.  The Administrative Assistant is distinguished from the advanced level specialist and coordinator positions by the level of responsibility assumed and the complexity of duties assigned at the higher level.

The City of Redwood City

Fire Department

Invite you to apply for the position of: 

Cadet Firefighter #2693

 

The Cadet Firefighter Program is designed to allow students an opportunity to gain firsthand knowledge of fire department operations.  Fire Department Cadets spend a minimum of 48 hours per month at the firehouse, participating in calls for service, station duties, and training.  Cadets will also be expected to attend department-sponsored community functions outside of their 48-hour monthly commitment.  Though the goal is to immerse the cadet into all aspects of fire department life, they are not allowed to participate in situations deemed Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health (IDLH). 

This is a non-paid, voluntary position.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 18 years of age
• Valid California driver license
• Successful completion of a State Certified Firefighter 1 educational program (current enrollees are eligible to apply)
• Possession of a current EMT-B certification or higher
• At time of appointment, must be eligible for enrollment in the College of San Mateo Fire Technology program, specifically, FIRE 810 (Firefighter Cadet 1)
• Possession of medical insurance prior to first ride-a-long
• Physically capable of performing the essential job functions of this classification

Application Process:

Apply online at www.calopps.org, Member Agency: Redwood City

The application window will open Monday, September 9, 2019 at 8:00 A.M. and close Friday, September 20, 2019 at 5:00 P.M. or upon receipt of the first 100 applications.

Selection Process:

All qualified applicants will be subject to an oral interview panel for selection. Interviews are tentatively scheduled for mid-October, 2019.  Qualified applicants will be notified of the date, time, and location of their interview.

 

The County of San Mateo has an excellent opportunity for exceptional candidates with strong administrative experience.  The Office of the Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder and Chief Elections Officer is seeking well-qualified applicants to fill the role of Administrative Assistant II. 
 
In general, Administrative Assistants assist management personnel in such activities as budgeting, purchasing, analysis of office methods and procedures, personnel and payroll transactions, and supervision of clerical staff.
 
In the Office of the Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder and Chief Elections Officer, the Administrative Assistant II will support the executive management team with such activities as budget preparation, data analytics and report generation, research of appraisal, recordation, and elections topics, information gathering from statewide databases, purchasing and contracts administration, streamlining office procedures, and supervision of clerical staff performing office services.
 
The person hired for this position will be "tech-savvy" with a demonstrated ability to use technology for gathering, synthesizing, and sharing information. A key to success in this position will include the demonstration of excellent analytical skills for researching and understanding legislative changes, as well as determining "industry" best practices.  A keen interest in and experience with studies of departmental operations, in such areas as program funding, staffing requirements, organization structure, and personnel management, will also be critical to excellent job performance.

In this position, excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, including conflict resolution skills and the ability to work with employees across departments, and keen problem-solving skills will be hallmarks for success.  The ability to manage a large and varied workload with changing and conflicting deadlines, work effectively in a high-volume and fast-paced environment, and work well independently and with a team will also be hallmarks for success.
 

This position is based at 555 County Center, Redwood City, CA 94063.  However the position will require some travel to and from the San Mateo County Registration & Elections Division located to 40 Tower Road, San Mateo, CA 94402.  The position will also require attendance at some evening meetings.

For more information about the Office of the Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder and Chief Elections Officer please visit: https://www.smcacre.org/.

 

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

• Collect information from a variety of sources and synthesize the data into a report format with recommendations
• Audit and verify various information including source data as well as manual and computer-produced reports
• Provide information to County staff that requires the use of judgment and the interpretation of policies, rules, and/or procedures
• Perform a variety of general office support work such as organizing and maintaining files, typing correspondence, reports, forms, and specialized documents, and proofreading and checking materials for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with departmental policies and procedures
• Assist management staff in analyzing budget needs and provide budget development support
• Assist with the development, announcement, evaluation, processing, and monitoring of contracts, including negotiation with contractors and managing contract execution timeliness
• Maintain auditing and budget controls on a level not required by a professional accountant
• Assist with the development of policies and procedures and streamline department and program processes
• Respond to staff issues and work inter-departmentally to resolve them
• Assist management staff in acquiring, maintaining, and reporting performance measure data and information
• Assist with special projects as assigned
• Provide back up to other positions when necessary
• Perform related duties as assigned

 

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:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with major work in Public or Business Administration or a closely related field and two years of experience in such fields as accounting, personnel management, office management, or management analysis.

 
Knowledge of:

• Principles of organization, administration, and supervision

• Budgeting principles and practices
• Modern office methods and procedures associated with information technology
• Principles and practices of sub-professional accounting, bookkeeping, and fiscal procedures

 
Skill/Ability to:

• Analyze organizational structures and recommend procedural changes and prepare and present reports in narrative and graphic form
• Establish and maintain accounts and budgetary controls
• Learn quickly the laws and rules governing the operations of the department to which assigned
• Interpret and explain laws and rules to subordinates, other County departmental staff, and to the general public
• Plan, organize, and supervise the work of clerical personnel effectively

Central County Fire Department is looking for Firefighters!

 

Qualifications

Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities.  A typical way to obtain the required level of qualification would be:

Experience, Education and Training:

· High School Diploma or equivalent   

                                            AND

· Minimum of two year’s employment with a fire department                                       

License or Certification:

· Valid California Driver’s license or equivalent upon appointment

· Successful graduation from a State Accredited Academy or Firefighter 1 at time of application

· Paramedic certification is not required, but highly desirable

Knowledge of and Ability to:

· Learn rules, regulations and operational procedures of the Department

· Learn and apply emergency medical procedures

· Demonstrate physical endurance, agility, strength and stamina in the performance of hazardous tasks under emergency conditions

· Demonstrate a high degree of mechanical aptitude

· Learn and demonstrate the operating and mechanical principles of fire apparatus, fire alarm systems, automatic fire extinguishing equipment, and other fire equipment

· Learn to effectively and safely drive and operate the full range of fire apparatus and equipment used by the fire department

· Learn to perform field calculations of hydraulics for the proper and effective operation of equipment at emergency scenes

· Learn and effectively demonstrate fire combat methods and techniques, the operation of firefighting equipment, street location and physical layout of the agencies served and major traffic and fire hazards

· Think and act quickly in emergencies

· Understand and follow oral and written directions promptly and accurately

· Effectively impart knowledge of materials learned to others

· Deal courteously and effectively with the public

· Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work

 

ADA special requirement:

Essential duties require the following physical abilities and work environment: Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, squat, stoop, reach, crawl, twist, climb and lift 150 pounds; exposure to cold, heat, extreme noise, outdoors, confining work space, electrical hazards, vibration, chemicals, dust, toxic waste, mechanical hazards and explosive materials; availability for shift work, on-call and stand-by call.

 

 

Fire Cadet

Volunteer Opportunity

Application Deadline:  5pm on Friday, September 27, 2019

Interviews: Thursday, October 10, 2019

 

The City of San Bruno Fire Department offers an exciting opportunity to serve as a Fire Cadet for the upcoming 2019 calendar year.  Our one-year Fire Cadet program is an unpaid, volunteer work experience program that offers hands-on training, and introductory knowledge of firefighting skills, fire service tools and equipment.  Cadets respond to emergency calls, render Basic Life Support, and participate in training and in the daily station duties. 

Cadets must be willing to commit to 24-hour shifts, two to four times per month.  The cadet program is one year in length.  Upon completion, this one year program meets the manipulative training and experience requirements in obtaining a California State Fire Marshall’s Office State Firefighter I certification.

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

· State of California EMT or National Registry EMT certification

· Possession of a valid driver’s license and a driving record with minimal violations

· Possession of a Firefighter I Academy certification (or proof of “student in good standing” letter signed by an Academy Instructor if currently enrolled)

· 18 years of age at the time of application

 

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates who meet the minimum requirements are encouraged to submit an application on CalOpps. In your application, please upload 1) EMT Certificate 2) Firefighter I Academy certification (or proof of “student in good standing” letter signed by an Academy Instructor if currently enrolled) 3) Résumé (optional).  

Applications must be received by the deadline of 5pm on Friday, September 27, 2019. Interviews will be held on Thursday, October 10, 2019.

 

The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and as such does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, gender, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices.  If you require special accommodations, please contact us to discuss your needs.

 

 

 

 

 

 

PEOPLE FIRST 
Conduct Fair, Accurate, and Transparent Elections
to Increase Public Participation and Confidence
 

The County of San Mateo Registration & Elections Division is seeking full-time seasonal extra-help Election Materials Proofreaders to assist in the upcoming November 2019 Election. This is an excellent nonpartisan opportunity to get involved in the election process!

We recently advertised for these positions and made several excellent hires.  We still seek a few more dedicated and hard-working proofreaders to help us prepare for the upcoming elections. 

Proofreaders will be hired into one of three areas (please specify in your application which position you are seeking):

• English Proofreading
• Spanish Proofreading
• Chinese Proofreading

All Proofreaders will be responsible for proofreading and/or translating election materials leading up to established election deadlines. Proofreaders will review, edit, and proofread documents for accuracy, context, readability, and syntax. Proofreaders will work on-site at the Registration & Elections Division at 40 Tower Road in San Mateo.
 
Examples of projects and materials needing to be proofread include, but are not limited to:

• Sample Ballot & Voter Information Pamphlet
• Official Ballot
• Accessible Vote by Mail
• Website content
• Legal documents
• Letters, flyers, and other notices to voters
• Video scripts

The Proofreader is classified as an Office Specialist. The hourly wage for the Election Materials Proofreader - Office Specialist position is $24.26.

NOTE: This is an extra-help, at-will assignment, paid on an hourly basis. Some extra help positions are eligible for benefits under the Affordable Care Act. Extra help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment.

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 November 5, 2019 Consolidated Municipal, School and Special District 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:

• Vote Center Trainer
• 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 $24.26.                                                       

The San Mateo County Registration & Elections Division is seeking seasonal Election Worker – Office Assistants to assist in the upcoming November 5, 2019 Consolidated Municipal, School, and Special District 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 is preferred in areas 1 - 3 but not required.
 
The Election Worker is classified as an Office Assistant. The hourly wage for the Election Worker – Office Assistant is $19.12.

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 November 5, 2019 Consolidated Municipal, School, and Special District 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 Election Vote Center Representative to be hired for the following duties:

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

Several, but not all, Vote Center Representatives require fluency in Spanish, Mandarin and/or Cantonese, Tagalog/Filipino, or Korean.
 
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 five days per week and eight hours per day. This assignment will include weekends and potentially two 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, November 5, 2019.  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. 
 
The hourly wage for the Election Vote Center Representatives starts at: $19.12.