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FREMONT - A CITY ON THE MOVE!

Fremont is a well-managed and innovative city, and has recently generated national attention by placing 7th on the list of the Greenest Cities in America according to a 2018 Wallet Hub survey and ranking 3rd Best City in the Nation  to raise a family, according to another 2018 survey by Wallet Hub. Located in the heart of the Bay Area and Silicon Valley, Fremont prides itself on innovation, green technology, a low crime rate, great schools, a low unemployment rate, quality parks and nearby open space, and an incredibly diverse population of over 235,000 residents.   As a full service City, Fremont employs over 952 regular employees and has a General Fund budget of $219.9 million.  

Fremont is an employer that values its people, creativity, quality service, integrity, open communication, collaboration, mutual respect, and diversity. Employees find their work challenging, yet rewarding, and most importantly, enjoy the chance to make a difference through public service.   

THE POSITION

The Community Development Technician performs a wide variety of technical, paraprofessional support, and customer service duties related to building permits, development and planning applications.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

- Assist the general public at the front counter, in writing, or by phone regarding building and development review/permit requirements, and provide General Plan and zoning information. Assist the public in plan review and plan check filing procedures and processing, answer inquiries regarding permit status. Calculate impact, affordable housing, permit and plan check fees.
- Accept building permit and development review applications.
- Review applications for completeness.
- Enter permit data into an automated database.
- Route plans to other City departments and/or outside agencies for review and track plan review process.
- Compile zoning and planning related data as directed by professional-level planning staff.
- Prepare various reports.
- Review minor applications for conformance with ordinances and department's standards, policies and guidelines.
- Calculate various fees, prepare fee estimates and apply fees to permits or other development review billings.
- Review applications for modifications in land use, zoning, setbacks or other planning requirements such as compliance with previously approved conditions of approval.
- Approve and issue administrative over-the-counter permits.
- Create and maintain informational flyers and brochures.
- Coordinate with GIS staff in maintaining the address database.
- Compose correspondence.
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
- Schedule inspections.

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SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: All applicants must provide proof of education at the time of application or submit to the Human Resources Department prior to the filing deadline. Applications are incomplete without the required document.

Summary of Duties: Under general supervision, performs enforcement of land use ordinances, housing and dangerous building codes and other related code provisions; performs a variety of field and office work in support of the City's Code Compliance Program; issues administrative citations; obtains and executes inspection warrants, may present reports and/or recommendations to the City Council and occasionally appears at administrative hearings and courts of law; writes a variety of inspection reports and makes compliance recommendations to the Code Enforcement Manager. 
 
Distinguishing Characteristics: This is the entry-level class in the Code Enforcement Officer series.  Incumbents of this class are responsible for conducting less complex on-site inspections and investigations in code enforcement work with close supervision and training. This class is distinguished from Code Enforcement Officer II level by performing the less complex inspections and investigations only within well-defined procedural limits.  Receives close supervision and training from the Code Enforcement Manager.  If the position of Code Enforcement Manager is vacant, then supervision and training is provided by the Department Director designee.  Exercises no supervision.

Essential Job Functions:

(These functions are representative and may not be presented in all positions in the class. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind related duties and work assignments.)

1. Performs field inspections and office duties ensuring compliance with the City's land use, housing, zoning, abatement, dangerous buildings codes and sections of the Municipal Code as may be directed
2. Performs field surveys and investigates complaints of possible code and ordinance violations
3.  Contacts property and business owners to schedule and conduct onsite inspections 
4. Advises violators of ordinance requirements and seeks to gain voluntary compliance
5. Takes photographs and gathers all pertinent facts from the parties involved 
6. Issues notices of violations and citations
7. Maintains records of inspections and enforcement efforts; prepares required documentation for administrative and legal actions 
8. Testifies in administrative and court proceedings regarding code violations; performs follow-up actions as needed to ensure compliance 
9. Confers with related agencies and City departments on disposition of complaints and code violations 
10. Prepares detailed and specialized reports and correspondence related to code enforcement inspections, violations and other activities 
11. Provides the public with information regarding land use, zoning, building and housing code regulations
12. Promotes and maintains safety in the workplace
13. Performs related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge of:

• Effective analytical and interviewing techniques 
• Basic knowledge of the International Property Maintenance Codes, applicable State law, and requirements of local ordinances 
• Technical report writing skills
• Citation issuance procedures 
• Administrative hearing and courtroom presentation techniques  
• Public relations and conflict resolution skills 
• Personal safety practices  
• Operation of personal computers with proficiency using word processing, spread sheet and data base programs 
• Operation of mobile digital devices

Ability to:

•  Learn to interpret and understand applicable City permit conditions, and State building and zoning ordinances and regulations 
• Conduct comprehensive investigations and maintain accurate records of findings 
• Prepare clear, concise and accurate correspondence and reports
• Effectively communicate report findings to the supervisor and/or administrative hearing officer or courts of law 
• Effectively advise property owners and general public on compliance with codes; diffuse confrontational situations 
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with property owners, developers, the general public and co-workers 
• Promote the mission, values and standards of an effective public organization, particularly in the area of customer service

 
Education: High School Diploma or GED
 
Experience: One year of experience with a public agency performing land use, zoning, building, public safety, housing or related code enforcement, inspection, or abatement work
 
Licenses and Certifications (All certifications must be maintained during term of employment):

• A valid California driver's license,
• California P.O.S.T. Penal Code 832 certification is required prior to completion of the six (6) month probationary period,
• Certification of Basic and Intermediate Code Enforcement Officer modules from California Association of Code Enforcement Officers (CACEO), or a similar approved certification, is required within one year from date of hire,
• Advanced Code Enforcement Officer certification is required within two years from date of hire

Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Physical, mental and emotional stamina to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position; manual dexterity sufficient to write, use telephone, computers, mobile digital devices and related equipment; vision sufficient to read printed materials; hearing sufficient to conduct in person and telephone conversations; speaking ability in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in a normal conversational distance, on the telephone, 2-way radio and in addressing groups; physical agility to push/pull, squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop and reach overhead; physical mobility sufficient to move about the work environment, climb stairs, and to walk on uneven surfaces; physical strength to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds; physical stamina sufficient to sit, walk or stand for prolonged periods of time; mental acuity to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and make valid judgments and decisions.

A combination of outdoor work traveling to and investigating complaint locations throughout the City, and a business office environment. Subject to sitting at a desk completing reports, bending, crouching, or kneeling at files, pushing/pulling of file drawers and supplies, reaching in all directions and prolonged periods of time working at a computer terminal, collecting and producing data using mobile technology while in the field,  interacting with the public via phone, email and in person,  walking and standing for long periods of time, working in all types of weather conditions, walking through uneven, muddy, wet, and rocky terrain and potentially exposed to unsanitary conditions. Will spend a certain amount of time each day driving from location to location to conduct inspections. Occasionally may be required to work evening and/or weekend hours, for investigations, public presentations, or resource events.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required.

The City of Sunnyvale is seeking to fill the position of Career Advisor with the NOVA Workforce Services Department. Hosted by the City of Sunnyvale, NOVA provides grant-funded workforce development services to job seekers and businesses in northern Santa Clara County and in San Mateo County.

The Career Advisor supports individuals in all aspects of the job search process including assessing their needs, setting goals, developing a job search plan and strategy and providing encouragement. They also facilitate a variety of job search workshops to prepare customers for employment. 

The ideal candidate will have experience identifying the specific needs of individual job seekers and providing guidance through all stages of the job search process: defining career focus, developing marketing materials, implementing job search strategies, and preparing for interviews. Candidates must be skilled in facilitating one-on-one advising appointments as well as group services. Candidates are expected to have a thorough knowledge of the local labor market.  This is an opportunity to make a difference in someone's career journey by providing support, guidance, and concrete strategies that result in employment for our customers.

The Revenue Services Division of the County Manager's Office is seeking experienced candidates for the position of Revenue Collector I/II.

Revenue Services provides billing and revenue debt collection services to County departments in a cost-effective manner to maximize revenue recovery. Revenue Collectors work closely with several County departments to assist with collecting accounts receivable payments and court-ordered reimbursements including the Superior Court of California - San Mateo County, for court fines and victim restitution; Private Defender's Office related to cost of providing legal services; Probation Department for billing of probation fines and fees; and San Mateo County Environmental Health Services cost recovery.

The County of San Mateo Revenue Services Department invites you to apply for this important, challenging, and fulfilling position. Under the general direction of the Collections Supervisor, the Revenue Collector I/II (Collector) will investigate and pursue the collection of current and past delinquent accounts involving revenue due to the County of San Mateo. The Collector will work independently with minimal supervision to perform and maintain high and sustained levels of revenue collection duties, while providing exceptional customer service to our clients and the public.

Currently, the Department is looking for individuals with extensive experience working in collections, preferably in the public sector. The ideal candidate will have the ability to communicate with debtors in a clear, confident, and persuasive manner; identify complex problems and resolve them quickly and efficiently; and utilize a full range of collection tools such as skip tracing, making telephone calls, establishing payment plans, and finding the best way to collect the debt in the most effective manner possible. 

The person hired for this position must have the ability to use sound and independent judgment and apply their comprehensive knowledge of revenue collections to meet the wide variety of difficult issues involving the debtors' ability and willingness to make voluntary payments.
 
This position is fast-paced and demanding, and is characterized by:

• Extensive use of the telephone and computer.
• Critical deadlines.
• Complex problems.
• Considerable amounts of documentation.
• Assisting debtors in satisfying their debt.
• Multitasking.

The ideal candidate will be able to communicate clearly and tactfully, have extensive experience in collecting debts, have experience with FDCPA laws and regulations, and have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Preference will be given to those who are bilingual in Spanish.    

Qualifications

Education and Experience: 
A combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is at least one year of experience collecting delinquent accounts. The ideal candidate will have two or more years of experience and will have a high school diploma or Associates degree. 

Knowledge of:

• Principles, procedures, and techniques of collections and credit investigation work.
• Sources of information available in skip-tracing and collection work.
• Laws, regulations, ordinances, and codes related to the legal collection of debts, probate, seizure of property, real property transactions, and bankruptcy.
• Basic accounting and financial record keeping principles and practices.
• Principles and techniques for dealing with clients and the public, often in situations which may be difficult or confrontational.
• Office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment.
• Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Business letter writing.

Skill/Ability to: 

• Gather information through interview and investigative work, evaluate data, draw valid conclusions, and determine strategies for collecting accounts.
• Use initiative and sound independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Prioritize work and multitask several responsibilities and duties.
• Organize and maintain accurate revenue and collection records and files.
• Explain legal provisions and County policies regarding delinquent accounts and effectively persuade individuals to meet their obligations.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work, often in stressful situations.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Represent Revenue Services in Small Claims Court and Superior Court, as needed.

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

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The City of San Mateo Community Development Department is accepting applications for a

Plan Checker I/II/Engineer

You’ll be joining a team of talented professionals in a dynamic, collaborative work environment dedicated to serving the San Mateo community. You will work alongside a team of focused and highly motivated professionals who use their talent to provide essential development review and inspection services to our residents and businesses on a daily basis. The Plan Checker I/II/Engineer is an exciting opportunity for a talented professional to join a great organization and make a valuable contribution to the Building Division within the Community Development Department. You can review the detailed job description for Plan Checker I/II/Engineer on the City’s website.

Depending upon class level and assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Review and examine construction documents, plans and specifications for one and two family, and multi-family residential, and basic commercial and industrial projects.
• Conduct plan checks on commercial and residential building structures; review structural calculations, fire resistance requirements, earthquake resistance and soils engineering. Conducts plan checks for commercial buildings to be remodeled and/or altered.
• Assist in staffing the public counter; issue building permits as required.  Maintain accurate records and write reports regarding the work as required
• Confer over the phone or in person with homeowners, builders, engineers, contractors, architects and the public to give information and interpret building codes and regulations and permit requirements; recommends necessary changes to obtain compliance with applicable building and zoning codes and regulations.
• Review corrected plans for conformity with requirements; ensures that proper building permit requirements are met.
• Coordinate plan check activities with other City departments and with outside agencies.
• Prepare reports and written correspondence to architects, engineers, contractors and others related to the correction of plans and engineering detail.
• Maintain records of incoming plans and those completed.
• Confer with building inspectors on building‑related problems arising in the field during construction.
• Conduct field inspections as required. Make on‑site construction inspections on occasion, when required to confirm that construction complies with approved plans and specifications.
• Initiate appropriate action to enforce code compliance.
• Coordinate construction plans examination processes with those of other City departments and units.
• Monitor changes and legislation pertaining to assigned work; investigate new materials and substitute materials, and new methods of structural design; recommend appropriate changes in the building codes and regulations to the Deputy Building Official.

The City of Sunnyvale invites applications for Hazardous Materials Inspector. The position of Hazardous Materials Inspector is non-sworn.  Under direction from the Fire Marshal, conducts routine and special inspections and investigations of facilities and sites where hazardous materials are stored and used; enforces applicable local, State and Federal regulations, codes, and laws; provides liaison with governmental agencies and monitors results of ongoing activities; and performs related duties.

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package.  A complete application packet will consist of a City of Sunnyvale employment application and responses to the required supplemental questions. Candidates will be required to submit a current within in one month DMV report at the time of oral exam. The final filing date for this recruitment is September 17, 2019 at 5:00 pm.  For complete information regarding this opportunity, please visit: www.sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on Jobs.

alary -

$53.34 - $68.08 Hourly   

$110,948.66 - $141,601.62 Annually