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ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL SUPERVISOR

$6,269 - $7,619/mo. + excellent benefits

DEFINITION:  Under general supervision, will schedule, monitor, instruct, supervise, and implement the activities of the Support Services Division, Environmental Control Section operations and performs other related duties.  This position exercises direct supervision over assigned professional and clerical staff and receives direction from higher level supervisory and management staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  The incumbent must have the ability to:

• Assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures related to environmental, wastewater and household hazardous waste activities.
• Establish on-site inspections of various establishments for compliance with environmental regulations.
• Issue industrial waste permits; enforce the provisions of the permit and applicable ordinances; issue notices of violations.
• Develop community and user understanding and cooperation through continuing programs of public relations and education.
• Recommend assessment of penalties for non-compliance.
• Supervise the Storm Water Management Program; assist the County with enforcement, monitoring, permitting and reporting of storm water discharges; supervise the implementation of storm water requirements.
• Supervise the operation of the City Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center.
• Monitor businesses for hazardous materials management.
• Determine the effects of industrial wastewaters on the sanitary sewer system, personnel, treatment, and environment.
• Secure evidence of violations and appear as a witness in court as required.
• Supervise, train and evaluate personnel; assure that safety equipment is utilized, and that proper safety standards and procedures are followed.
• Prepare and present staff reports and any other necessary correspondence; present reports to City Council, commissions, committees, and boards; perform a variety of public relations and outreach work related to environmental activities; represent City at meetings upon assignment.
• Perform laboratory field analysis.
• Assist in and supervise solid waste projects and contract implementation.
• Determine required analysis for wastewater monitoring.
• Calculate mass balance formulas for determining categorical compliance.

• Interpret and apply applicable Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws and regulations.

• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Assist in supervision of water system and backflow prevention maintenance.
• Employee must perform any other tasks or functions deemed necessary to the daily operation of the employer.

THE ABOVE LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY BY THE EMPLOYER.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily activities.  The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in preparing reports using a computer keyboard.  Additionally, the position requires near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment.  Acute hearing is required when providing customer service to the public via phone.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES: A combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  The incumbent must have knowledge of chemistry, bacteriology, biology, environmental sciences, or a closely related field of physical sciences; industrial inspection activities; current flow measurement techniques and monitoring equipment; handling hazardous materials; treatment processes and pre-treatment equipment; chain of custody procedures and enforcement response; wastewater treatment processes; community Sewer Collections Systems; environmental compliance strategies and methods; environmental reporting and testing procedures 40 CFR Part 136, guidelines establishing test procedures for the analysis of pollutants; principles and practices of budget preparation; and principles and practices of supervision, training and personnel management.

EXPERIENCE:  Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience in industrial discharge inspection. EDUCATION:  A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in chemistry, bacteriology, biology, environmental sciences or a closely related field.  Experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year for year basis. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:  Possession of, and continuously throughout employment, a valid California Class “C” Driver’s License.  Registration with the State of California as an Environmental Assessor is desirable.  Must be able to obtain an Industrial Waste Inspector Grade II Certificate within one (1) year of employment.

The City of San Mateo Public Works Department is looking for an experienced Wastewater Treatment Plant Operations Superintendent

Why Join our Department?

The Public Works Department’s Environmental Services Division (ESD) is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the City’s 15.7 million gallon per day (MGD) conventional activated sludge wastewater treatment plant (WWTP). The WWTP serves a population of more than 140,000 with an annual operating budget in excess of $10 million and has a staff of 28 professional and technical personnel. Planned upgrades to the WWTP include new liquids treatment process facilities consisting of new headworks, primary treatment, and biological nutrient removal/membrane bioreactor (BNR/MBR) process.

When you join the Public Works Department, you will work among collaborative and energetic colleagues who share a passion for serving our San Mateo citizens and improving the community in which we live and work. Our team is comprised of individuals with diverse talents and experience in various fields.  We will provide you with a wide range of opportunities in a team-based collaborative environment while helping you achieve your professional goals.

Collaboration, Innovation, Respect, Creativity, Transparency and Informed Risk-taking are attributes within the City’s mission, values and organizational principles that we are seeking in the candidates.

Look to some of the reasons why the City of San Mateo is a great place to work:

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What You’ll Do

The WWTP Operations Superintendent reports to the WWTP Manager and is responsible for assigning, supervising, managing, and reviewing the work of the operations staff of the City's wastewater quality control and processing plant using existing wastewater treatment processes.  The WWTP Operations Superintendent exercises direct supervision over operations staff, including Shift Supervisors, Operators, Operators-in-Training.  This position acts as and performs the duties of the designated Chief Plant Operator (CPO) and directs the activities of a Grade V wastewater treatment plant.

For a complete list of duties, reference our job specifications at www.cityofsanmateo.org

ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES ANALYST I/II (Fiscal Focus)
CLOSE DATE: Friday, March 8th, 2019

SALARY RANGE:
I   – $21.88 - $26.59  Per Hour   
II  – $23.45 - $28.51  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, March 8th, 2019
 

THE POSITION
The Administrative Services Analyst I/II position at the Glenn County Health and Human Services Agency, Fiscal Department performs routine administrative and analytical work that will involve and/or emphasize the functional areas of:  fiscal, accounting and analytical duties; incumbents gather, tabulate, analyze, and chart data; interview and consult with departmental officials, employees, and others to give and receive information; prepare reports and make recommendations on procedures, policies, and program/functional issues and alternatives; prepare correspondence and perform other related duties as required. 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 - One (1) year of general administrative support experience in a professional or technical capacity.  
        

II - Either one (1) year as an Administrative Services Analyst I in Glenn County; or three (3) years of professional analytical journey level experience in any of the functional areas required by the position: general and administrative support, fiscal and contract management, program analysis and compliance.
       

Training:        

I/II - Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, public administration, accounting, finance, organizational development, social work, education, human resources, or a closely related field. Substitution: Additional progressively responsible experience in any of the functional areas noted above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years.

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, March 8th, 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.
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).

We are seeking a detail oriented and collaborative individual to conduct a variety of accounting duties with competence and professionalism. The Senior Accountant is the advanced journey level responsible for completion of the more complex and technical accounting work and supervision of staff. The Accountant is responsible for a variety of professional level finance/accounting duties.

Primary responsibilities may include:

• Compile annual financial statements including Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) and State Controller reports

• Perform accounting for grants and other special revenue funds

• Perform accounting for capital projects

• Assist in the development of revenue/expenditure budgets for City funds, including enterprise funds

• Perform accounting and compile reports for the former Redevelopment Agency

• Prepare forecasts and formulate strategic financial recommendations

• Assist with the bi-weekly payroll process

Accounting Assistant II

$4,461 - $5,422 per month

Plus excellent benefits

LAST DAY TO APPLY:   Please apply by Thursday, February 28, 2019 for first consideration

The Finance Department is recruiting for an Accounting Assistant II.  Under general direction this position processes and maintains business licenses, deposits, parking citations, cash receipts, accounts payable, payroll and/or other related records according to standard accounting procedures.  This position works independently while working within existing procedures.   

This position performs the following essential job duties:  Other duties may be assigned).

• Processes and maintains accounts payable, business licenses, parking citations, cash receipts, deposits and other accounting records.
• Performs standard accounting procedures within prescribed guidelines.
• Computes, verifies, tracks and maintains financial records.
• Provides services and information to school districts, agencies and other organizations regarding accounting data.
• Audits, verifies and reconciles, requisitions, invoices, receipts, check payments, schedules, taxes and fees, deposits and other accounting documents and records.
• Assists in preparing reports and statistics.
• Prepares data and performs data entry of accounting information.
• Runs and verifies accuracy of reports and forms.
• Monitors computer generated reports and related materials.
• Performs general clerical tasks, including typing maintaining files, copying and answering the telephone.
• Performs related duties as required. 

To be eligible for this position you must have knowledge of:

• Standard procedures and guidelines for assigned accounting tasks.
• Data entry and processing.
• Modern office practice and procedures.
• Department operations and policies.
• Correct English usage.
• Operation of office equipment and software.
• Telephone etiquette.
• Modern office equipment including PC and related software.

• Perform data input quickly and accurately.
• Perform accounting tasks in accordance with established guidelines and procedures.
• Prepare and maintain records and files.
• Perform simple research, compiling data, preparing reports.
• Perform clerical work & administrative tasks.
• Key boarding at 40 WPM from clear copy.
• Establishing, maintaining effective relationships.
• Operating modern office equipment.
• Meeting schedules and time lines.
• Understanding and following oral and written directions.
• Answering telephones courteously and efficiently.
• Performing routine clerical duties.
• Operating personal computer and software.

Education and/or Experience:

A combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skill and abilities.  A typical way to obtain these would be:

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED)
• AA Degree preferred, but not necessary
• Two (2) years related experience and/or training OR
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Language/Mathematical/Reasoning Skills:

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide using whole numbers.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. 

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in inside environmental conditions.  The employee frequently works with a video display terminal for prolonged periods.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application since this information will be used to determine who will be invited to participate in the next phase of the examination process.  The examination process may include the following: application appraisal and oral board interview examination. The passing point for the oral board examination final score will be 70%.   

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Reasonable Accommodation: The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations in the exam process to accommodate disabled applicants. If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (415) 485-3474 no later than seven (7) calendar days before the test date. 

Do you have an interest in being a Construction Project Manager in the public sector?  Is providing services to all the residents of San Mateo County important to you? Are you interested in working for a large public organization that cares about its employees, strives for life-work balance, has a strong retirement/pension program, and offers a flexible work schedule? Do you have the technical, administrative, and managerial experience to simultaneously coordinate an array of construction projects, which might include new building construction, remodels, expansions, infrastructure and maintenance upgrades, retrofits, underground work and structural upgrades, and replacement of equipment and components? 

If you would like to join a diverse team of hard-working and dedicated construction professionals, we may have a career opportunity for you!

The County of San Mateo Department of Public Works invites applications for Construction Project Manager (CPM).

The Department of Public Works is involved in the planning, design, and construction of infrastructure projects within the unincorporated areas of San Mateo County. Our mission is to provide the public with safe, accessible roads and structures that make their communities more livable. The Capital Projects Group is responsible for delivering a wide variety of building construction projects for the County's airport, hospital, parks, correctional facilities, and state courts. Your role as the project leader will require you to have technical, organizational, project administrative, and budgeting skills.

Under general supervision, the CPM is responsible for coordinating technical, administrative and management activities related to County facilities construction projects. The CPM will also manage a number of simultaneous construction improvements and major maintenance projects, which may include building infrastructure, underground, structural, system upgrades, solar, retrofits, replacement of equipment and components, remodels, expansions, and new building construction.

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 three years of experience as a construction superintendent, project manager or estimator for commercial or industrial construction, or as a superintendent of buildings and grounds for large complexes, or as a construction contract administrator in a public agency.

Knowledge of:

• Design and construction processes, practices, means and methods, costs, schedules, contracts, insurance, and legal requirements applicable to public works projects.
• Building Codes, operations, maintenance and repair work, and general construction including but not limited to grading, concrete, foundations, framing, structural, heating and air conditioning, controls, hazmat abatement, electrical, plumbing, roofing, sheet metal, masonry, finish carpentry, painting, signage, specialty equipment, etc.
• Contracting modes (e.g. unit prices, lump sum, not-to-exceed, time-and-material, negotiated, etc.), and methods (informal bid, Board approved bids, Job Order Contracting, etc.).
• Tools, materials, methods and practices employed in the operation, maintenance, remodel, and repair of countywide facilities.
• Administrative and clerical procedures and practices.
• Construction project management software.
• Construction safety standards, procedures, best practices and personal protective equipment.
• Current environmental standards and requirements, including but not limited to C3, CalGreen, and LEED® processes.

Skill/Ability to:

• Drive to and from job sites located throughout County; walk construction sites and/or natural terrain; climb stairs, ladders, scaffolds, lifts, and inspect confined spaces.
• Effectively use computer and applications related to construction project management (e.g. MSOffice®, MSProject®, Primavera®, Suretrack©, Expedition®, Prolog®, others).
• Estimate multi discipline, budgetary, and detailed cost for construction labor, materials and equipment.
• Interpret and develop contractual clauses, negotiate scopes and costs on proposals and change orders with consultants and contractors to the County's benefit.
• Formulate and write comprehensive technical reports, specifications, and business correspondence.
• Organize and coordinate the various elements and logistics of a major project, including scheduling and documenting progress meetings with stakeholders.
• Direct and maintain a large number of simultaneous projects countywide.
• Prepare and maintain work schedules, monitor budgets and present progress reports.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with project's stakeholders.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

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Take this opportunity to join our Public Works Department, who strive to to provide efficient, cost effective and environmentally sensitive construction, maintenance, and management of Palo Alto streets, sidewalks, parking lots, buildings, and other public facilities; to provide appropriate maintenance, replacement, and utility line clearing of City trees; and to ensure timely support to other City departments and the private development community in the area of engineering services.    

The Maintenance Assistant for Public Works when assigned to the Palo Alto Water quality Control Plant may be assigned to any of the following duties: weed removal, repair damage drainage pipe, digging diversion ditches, picking up trash, operating grass trimming equipment, washing down tanks and weirs, painting motors and pumps, and perform other related duties. 

This is an SEIU Hourly (limited-benefits) position that is budgeted to not exceed 1,000 hours per fiscal year. The number of hours per week and schedule will be determined based on assignment. 

IDEAL CANDIDATE: 
The ideal candidate will have the basic skills and knowledge identified in the job description in addition to the following:

1. Someone who is self-motivated.
2. Someone who understands verbal instruction and requires minimal supervision.
3. Someone with mechanical skills and is comfortable working with a variety of tools.
4. Some familiarity with plumbing such as connecting hoses, pipes.
5. Someone with field construction background.
6. Someone who is willing to work in inclement weather.

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POSITION

The City of Fremont is seeking a an Administrative Intern to work in the Finance Department, Revenue Division.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

- Create, review and send correspondence.
- Data entry.
- File retention.
- Open and distribute mail.
- Other related duties as assigned.