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Have you ever thought about a career in Transit Dispatching?

•    Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced office environment?
•    Do you love working assisting customers by phone utilizing reservation and scheduling software?
•    Are you empathetic and patient with members of the public, including senior citizens and persons with disabilities?
•    Does transit dispatching sound like something you would like to do?

Then we want to hear from you!
 

Details:

• Part-time regular position, must be willing to work varied hours including operational holidays, Saturdays, early morning hours (from 4:30 a.m.), and/or evenings (until 8:30 p.m.).

• Salary range $20.28 to $25.89 hourly with Excellent Benefits (see below)

This position will receive a four percent (4%) cost of living increase effective April 2024.

• The new salary range effective April 2024, will be $21.09 - $26.93 hourly
• To view the full job description and minimum qualifications, click on the link:

We are excited to announce an excellent career opportunity working as a Principal Planner in the Environmental Services Department. 

• Are you interested in working on a variety of complex projects and gaining an opportunity to grow your career in urban planning?
• Are you experienced in a variety of land use, development, or environmental issues?
• Do you have excellent writing and effective verbal communication skills?
• Are you interested in participating in re-envisioning Simi Valley into a vibrant self-sustaining City?

Then we may have an exciting opportunity for you!

Details:

• Full-time regular position, the schedule consists of a 9/80 work schedule
• Salary range $106,492.67 - $136,984.22 annually with Excellent Benefits (see below)
  • This position will receive a four percent (4%) cost of living increase effective April 2024. The new salary range effective April 2024, will be $110,752.38 - $142,463.59 annually
• To view the full job description, click on the link:

The City of Thousand Oaks is currently accepting applications to fill several part-time, hourly positions in the Library Services Department. The position will require working at both the Grant R. Brimhall and Newbury Park Branch locations.

Library Pages are typically scheduled to work 15-18 hours per week, which can include morning, evening or weekend hours.

Primary responsibilities:

• Shelve and maintain books placed on shelves
• Assist with unpacking boxes of materials, including unloading and sorting donations
• Assist with processing materials
• Assist with meeting room set-up
• Perform basic clerical and routine tasks
• Assist in maintaining the library collection and public areas
• Assist library staff with special projects and programs as assigned, such as crafts for story time

Join our team!

Join our Transit Division team!

• Do you enjoy interacting with the general public and delivering exceptional customer service?
• Do you enjoy spending the day driving in the City?
• Do you have a good driving record?
• Does driving a heavy duty transit vehicle excite you?
• Are you empathetic and patient with general members of the public, including senior citizens and persons with disabilities?

Then we want to hear from you!

Details:

• Part-time regular position, must be willing to work varied hours including operational holidays, Saturdays, early morning hours (from 4:30 a.m.), and/or evenings (until 8:30 p.m.).
• Pay ranges from $22.51 - $28.77 hourly with Excellent Benefits (see below)
  • This position will receive a four percent (4%) cost of living increase effective April 2024. The new salary range effective April 2024, will be $23.41 - $29.92 hourly
• For the full job description and minimum qualifications, click on the link:

Minimum Qualifications for consideration: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education/Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade

Experience: One year of experience in the operation of a transit vehicle.

License or Certificate: Possession of an appropriate, valid commercial driver’s license with passenger endorsement. Possession of a valid Medical Examination Certification. Possession of, or ability to obtain within the initial training period, a Verification of Transit Training certificate.

Find your purpose by obtaining a career in law enforcement with the City of Simi Valley!

We are looking for those who share a passion to protect, serve, interact, and problem-solve and make Simi Valley safe. We are committed to providing superior police services, that promote a safe community and encourage community partnerships. 

**Paid training provided!**

The Police Officer Trainee is the entry-level position for those who have not yet attended the Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified training academy. The academy is a six month long process and the first step in your law enforcement career. After successful completion of the academy, officers perform a variety of law enforcement duties to protect life and property in accordance with applicable laws.

Trainee's starting salary is $29.50 hourly (while attending the academy), plus excellent benefits.

**Opportunity for Growth Built-in!**

Upon successful completion of the Police Academy, promotion to Police Officer and salary increase to $33.71. In addition, officers receive pay incentives such as educational pay and POST Intermediate or Advanced Certification pay. The possibilities are endless! 

The Simi Valley Police Department offers excellent benefits, training and advancement opportunities and special assignments. We offer one of the most competitive benefit packages in law enforcement. The City participates in the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). Most of our medical plans (available through CalPERS) are fully paid, including family coverage with no monthly premium expense to the employee. There are 12 plans to choose from, including the PORAC plan (for Sworn personnel only).

We also value our officers by offering a 4/10 work schedule and flexible time off to encourage a healthy work/life balance. 

Our Minimum Qualifications for consideration are:

Equivalent to graduation from an accredited U.S. high school or a passing score on the General Education Development (GED) test.   

Possession of a valid California Class C driver license with an acceptable driving record.

Must be 21 years of age as of the date of hire; a United States citizen or meet citizenship requirements; and be of good moral character with no felony convictions.

 Application process (must meet departmental requirements consecutively for each section):

• Complete online application through CalOpps.
• Complete the National Testing Network (NTN) FrontLine National Written examination after application is submitted or within one year prior to submitting your application. Go to www.nationaltestingnetwork.com to schedule your exam today!
• Or if you have taken a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) entry-level examination (PELLET B) and achieved a passing T-Score of 45.0 or better within the last twelve months, submit your results to jobs@simivalley.org to by pass the NTN exam.

Testing process:

• Upon passing a written examination, candidates will be contacted through email to complete a Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ). 
• Candidates who complete PHQ's in an appropriate and timely manner will be invited for an oral interview with Background Detectives and placed on an eligibility list based on interview ranking.
• Top Candidates will undergo a thorough background investigation including a medical, psychological, polygraph, and drug/alcohol screening.
• A Physical Agility testing will include:
  • Phase I:
    • 99 Yard Obstacle Course (time limit 25 seconds).
    • Body Drag (165 pounds) (time limit 14 seconds).
    • Chain Link Fence (time limit 10 seconds).
    • Solid Fence (time limit 13.5 seconds).
    • One Mile Run (time limit 10 minutes).
• Chief's Final Oral Interview.

Please refer to the job flyer for additional benefits information, disqualifying factors and much more.

Join our team!

The Police Department is looking for Police Officers who under general supervision, are responsible for the performance of law enforcement duties to protect life and property in accordance with applicable laws, to carry out special assignments as necessary, and other related duties as assigned.

Details:

• This position participates in a 4/10 work schedule.
• Must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays
• Salary range $33.71 - $51.29 hourly with Excellent Benefits (see below)
• To view the full job description, click on the link:

Minimum Qualifications for consideration: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education/Training: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited U.S. high school; passing score on the General Education Development (GED) test; or possession of a two-year, four-year, or advanced degree from an accredited college or university. College course work in police science, criminal justice, or a related field is desirable.

Experience: Completion of a P.O.S.T.-certified training academy.

License or Certificate: Possession of a valid California Class C driver license with an acceptable driving record. Possession of a California Basic P.O.S.T. certificate within one year of employment.

Special Requirements: Must be 21 years of age as of the date of hire. Must be a United States citizen or meet citizenship requirements. Must be of good moral character with no felony convictions.