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The City of Rocklin is now accepting applications for a Senior Office Assistant to perform a variety of complex and responsible clerical and administrative tasks within the Permit Center of the Community Development  Department. Duties will include, but are not limited to greeting customers and assisting them with the building permit in-take processes for commercial, multi-family and residential projects; organizing and routing work to the appropriate team member; reviewing building plan resubmittals and field revisions for completeness; collecting data and preparing and distributing monthly and weekly building reports; routing building plans to plan reviewers and consultants, including calculating the consultant’s plan check fees; assisting with the calculation of commercial and multi-family building fee estimates; training new employees on City processes, procedures and computer software programs; providing administrative support to staff related to the City’s permitting system, including updating fees, creating new permit types, and troubleshooting issues with the permitting system; tracking building permits that have expired, sending out correspondence, and working with the applicants to obtain the reissued building permits.

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The City of San Mateo Police Department is Looking for a Police Records Supervisor

Why Join our Department?

The Police Records Supervisor is a vital position in the San Mateo Police Department and we are seeking a candidate to join our diverse and outstanding group of men and women who are dedicated to providing exceptional public service.  The Police Department is committed to improving the quality of life and solving problems while protecting our community through professionalism, integrity and excellence.  We strive to be the model police agency that others will emulate and a leader in the County and in our profession, adopting creative and innovative strategies to prevent crime and support those most in need.  We will continue to do this through cutting-edge technology, creative solutions to problems, by respecting individual rights, conducting fair and non-biased policing, and good, old-fashioned police work.

Look to some of the reasons why the City of San Mateo is a great place to work: https://youtu.be/XNAF7GZUNl8

What You’ll Do

The Police Records Supervisor plans, organizes, and supervises the activities of the Records Bureau of the Police Department and provides administrative and technical staff assistance.  The Police Records Supervisor receives general direction from a manager, Police Lieutenant, or higher level department personnel and exercises direct supervision over Police Records Specialists.

For a complete list of duties, reference our job specifications at https://www.cityofsanmateo.org/DocumentCenter/Home/Index/86

Water Resources Specialist II or III*

(classification title: Resource Management Specialist II or III)*

Resource Management Specialist II Annual Pay Range: $87,792-$109,650

Resource Management Specialist III Annual Pay Range: $99,211-$123,883

Plus full benefits including CalPERS pension

*Midpen determines hiring level depending on qualifications

Application Deadline: February 23, 2020 at 5:00 p.m.

Do you have a passion for protecting and preserving open space?  Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is seeking a skilled and motivated Water Resources Specialist to join our team of resource management professionals working to protect and restore the natural environment within Midpen’s land in the Santa Cruz Mountains and the San Francisco Peninsula.  While there is regular field work, the ideal candidate will also bring strong communication, project management, and collaboration skills to the position.

About Midpen:  Midpen is a regional greenbelt system in the Santa Cruz Mountain region comprised of nearly 65,000 acres of land in 26 extraordinary open space preserves, permanently protected for public enjoyment and recreation. Midpen is a growing organization with a focused mission that guides our work, and where every employee makes an impact.  If you are looking for an outstanding opportunity to contribute to the legacy of open space protection and outdoor recreation, working with an incredible team of like-minded colleagues, we invite you to apply for this position!  We invite you to view our Working for Midpen video on our Employment Opportunities page.

About the Position: The Water Resources Specialist II or III is responsible for cataloging, organizing, tracking, and long-term planning for water resources management in the District’s open space preserves. In this position, you will manage and obtain water rights and water quality (Clean Water Act) permits and generate required reports for submittal to regulatory agencies and other governing bodies and engage in related activities in the restoration and management of aquatic resources. General responsibilities of this position will also include managing consultants and contractors; writing detailed technical summaries and reports for District staff and the public; preparing grant applications; and conducting surveys in the field.

Basic requirements include the knowledge of California water-related regulations, beneficial uses, and water rights. Knowledge of hydrology, principles and practices of aquatic resource management, water diversion and distribution systems, and environmental planning.  The ability to plan and conduct water use/ hydrological monitoring, analyze and interpret data, use GIS software, and prepare clear and concise reports, as well as to be able to secure and maintain records for regulatory agency permits, and manage complex projects utilizing consultants and contractors.  Knowledge of CEQA is desired, but not required.

The Water Resource Specialist II supports the Senior Resource Management Specialist and works in collaboration with other staff to facilitate complex projects. The Water Resource Specialist II may directly manage smaller projects and does not have any supervisory responsibilities.  This is a non-exempt/hourly position.

The Water Resource Specialist III has broad, technical experience with water resources, is self-directed, and works independently managing complex large-scale projects.  May supervise an intern.  This is an exempt/salaried position.

Work Environment: The Water Resources Specialist II and III functions within a team environment with other Resource Management staff. The position is located in Midpen’s District’s Los Altos office, reporting to the Senior Resource Management Specialist. Work will occur in both a field and office environments, with travel from site to site, and field data collection. When conducting field assignments, work may include traversing rough, difficult terrain in inclement or hot weather with exposure to poison oak.

Education & Experience

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:

Water Resources Specialist II: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in watershed science/management, hydrology, water law/policy, engineering, ecology, biology, earth sciences or other closely related subject, and two years increasingly responsible experience in the field of resource planning and management. Requires excellent organizational, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. A Master’s Degree is desirable.

Water Resources Specialist III: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in watershed science/management, hydrology, water law policy, engineering, ecology, biology, earth sciences or other closely related subject, and three years increasingly responsible experience in the field of resource planning and management. Requires excellent organizational, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. A Master’s Degree is desirable.

Licenses & Certifications Required:   Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.

Benefits: Midpen provides a competitive benefits package including health, life and disability insurance, CalPERS pension and paid leaves. Detailed information is available on the Benefits page of our website.

How to Apply: Apply online at CalOpps.org.  The application deadline is February 23, 2020 at 5:00 p.m.  CalOpps is unable to accept applications once the application window closes.

Apply online via CalOpps.org. 

The following application items are required:

1. Fully completed CalOpps employment application* 

2. Cover letter 

3. Resume 

4. Supplemental question responses

*Incomplete applications will not be considered for the position.  Applicants with the most relevant experience and qualifications suitable for the position will be contacted for an interview.

Recruitment Timeline: We recommend applicants’ schedules be open during this timeframe for panel interviews.

Midpen is unable to accommodate individual schedules.

First Interview: March 24, 2020

Final Interview/Written Exercise at our Los Altos Office: March 30, 2020

Estimated Start Date: April/May 2020

Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation

by contacting the Human Resources department at 650-691-1200   

Put your passion for Open Space to work!

The City of Redwood City, Public Works Department invites you to apply for the position of Administrative Clerk I/II.   The incumbent will perform a wide variety of general clerical duties as required in the assigned departments.

Administrative Clerk I is the entry -level class in the Administrative Clerk series. The class is distinguished from the II level in one of two ways: routine and repetitive duties are performed according to established procedures, and changes are explained in detail as they arise; use as a training class for flexibly staffed positions.

Administrative Clerk II is the journey level class in the Administrative Clerk series. The incumbent is required to have prior clerical experience; perform the full range of duties for the class and meet the qualification standards for the class. An Administrative Clerk II is expected to perform duties with only occasional instruction or assistance, and work is normally reviewed on completion. Adequate performance at this level requires the knowledge of general City procedures on purchasing and personnel as well as a knowledge of department policies and procedures.

The ideal candidate will embrace the City’s emphasis on excellent customer service; will be an enthusiastic self-starter who anticipates the needs of the Public Works Department; will be accurate, detail-oriented and able to track and manage multiple tasks and programs, both process and results-oriented; will have proficient writing and editing skills; will be proficient at using a computer, multi-line phone system, and office applications including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access; will be able to update and maintain records and filing systems; will be flexible, perceptive, and dependable in performing duties and follow through; will be a team player who likes working with a variety of City staff and the public, and have a sense of humor. 

Please click on the PDF link below to review the complete job announcement.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Supporting the Natural Resources and Real Property Departments

Annual Salary Range: $62,419 – $77,912

plus full benefits including CalPERS pension

Application Deadline: February 23, 2020 at 5:00 p.m.

Are you a bright, curious, and energetic administrative professional with a passion for preserving open space? Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant to support our Natural Resources and Real Property Departments.  In this position, you will play an active role in protecting some of our most precious and threatened open space resources in Santa Clara, San Mateo, and Santa Cruz Counties.  This is a full journey-level classification where the incumbent is expected to perform a wide variety of administrative and office support duties with occasional instruction or assistance.

About Midpen:  Midpen is a regional greenbelt system in the Santa Cruz Mountain region comprised of nearly 65,000 acres of land in 26 extraordinary open space preserves, permanently protected for public enjoyment and recreation. Midpen is a growing organization with a focused mission that guides our work, and where every employee makes an impact.  If you are looking for an outstanding opportunity to contribute to the legacy of open space protection and outdoor recreation, working with an incredible team of like-minded colleagues, we invite you to apply for this position!  Check out the Working for Midpen video on our Employment Opportunities page.

About the Position: The Administrative Assistant will provide high quality administrative support to the Natural Resources and Real Property Departments. We are looking for an organized person with excellent verbal and written communication skills and superb attention to detail to perform a wide variety of administrative duties supporting departmental and program operations.  Duties include, but are not limited to: in Natural Resources you will coordinate public meetings and bid requests with Midpen Project Managers and outside contractors; in Real Property you will assist with title/escrow transactions, database management, and interfacing with the Counties on real estate matters.  

Required Education & Experience:

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:

Equivalent to the completion of twelfth (12th) grade and three (3) years of progressively responsible general office experience.  Applicants should have experience in Microsoft Office including Outlook scheduling, Word, PowerPoint, mid-level Excel spreadsheet, as well as Adobe Acrobat editing.  A Bachelor’s Degree and public sector experience are a plus.

Licenses & Certifications Required:   Possession of a valid California Driver’s License. 

Working Conditions:   This position is at Midpen’s offices in Los Altos, California.  In addition to working in the office, the Administrative Assistant may hike on trails.  Occasional evening work may be required for committee or public meetings.  Ideal candidates will be comfortable working in these conditions.

Employee Benefits:   Midpen provides an excellent benefits package including health, life & disability insurance as well as CalPERS pension. Please see the Benefits page of Midpen’s website for details.

How to Apply: Apply online at CalOpps.org.  The application deadline is February 23, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. 

CalOpps is unable to accept applications after the deadline.

The following application items are required:

1. Fully completed CalOpps employment application* 

2. Cover letter 

3. Resume 

4. Supplemental question responses

*Incomplete applications will not be considered for the position.  Applicants with the most relevant experience and qualifications suitable for the position will be contacted for an interview.

Recruitment Timeline: We recommend applicants’ schedules be open during this timeframe for panel interviews.

Midpen is unable to accommodate individual schedules.

First Interview: March 17, 2020

Final Interview/Written Exercise at our Los Altos Office: March 20, 2020

Estimated Start Date: April 2020

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation

by contacting the Human Resources department at 650-691-1200   

Put your passion for Open Space to work!

The Environmental Services Department provides comprehensive and innovative utility services for Sunnyvale's residents and businesses and facilitates initiatives to achieve the City's sustainability objectives. The department brings together technical, operational, and administrative professional disciplines to form its dedicated and dynamic team.

We are currently recruiting for an Environmental Engineering Coordinator to join the City's Sustainability Program. This position presents an exciting opportunity for a dynamic individual to play a key leadership role in advancing Sunnyvale's local efforts to address climate change. The City's recently adopted Climate Action Playbook (CAP) is a framework for developing bold policies, creating engaging programs, and achieving ambitious greenhouse gas emissions reductions. This position has the unique opportunity to shape those efforts and have a meaningful impact on the local community.
 
The Environmental Engineering Coordinator for Sustainability Programs is primarily responsible for implementing and monitoring the CAP. This includes: developing new programs or continuing the implementation of existing programs to reduce emissions; monitoring and reporting CAP implementation progress; preparing greenhouse gas emissions inventories; conducting research and technical analyses for new programs or policies; and leading community engagement initiatives to encourage climate actions.
 
We are seeking a highly motivated, organized, and creative individual with strong quantitative and analytical skills, impeccable written and verbal communication skills, and a solid understanding of environmental science and policies to help take our City's sustainability programs to the next level!
 
Apply today to be a part of our collaborative team and participate in shaping Sunnyvale's sustainable future!

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package. A complete application consists of a City application and responses to the supplemental questionnaire. Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C California driver’s license and a safe driving record is required for this position. The position opens on January 9, 2020 and the final filing date is January 30, 2020 at 5:00 pm. For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on JOBS.

Salary: $109,097.88 - $139,239.56 Annually

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for a Supply Mail Clerk in the Health and Human Services Department. Under general supervision, receives shipments, fills supply requests, processes incoming and outgoing mail, provides courier services, assists with routine minor maintenance and repair and performs related work as assigned.

Example of Duties (See job description for the complete list):

· Process all out-going mail for the department; receive, sort by zip code, weigh and use postage meter machine to stamp mail based on pre-sort regulations.

· Pick up, sort and distribute inter-county mail from other departments within a specified time schedule, and deliver daily presorted mail to centralized locations.

· Check inventory daily and assist in ordering supplies and forms.

· Perform various errands for the department such as picking up print orders and supplies on an as needed basis from various local vendors, taking postage meter head to the Post Office and replenishing the postage as necessary.

· Performs minor custodial duties as necessary to maintain safe and orderly public and employee areas.

The City of Foster City is seeking a temporary part-time Office Assistant to provide clerical assistance to the Communications/City Clerk Department. Please note that this is a temporary, non-benefited position, and the duration of the position is expected to last between 4 and 6 months. The expected hours are approximately 25 hours a week, Monday-Friday, 5 hours per day.  

This is an opportunity to gain an understanding of local government functions while being part of a dynamic team.

The Office Assistant will primarily support the City Clerk Division. The position provides telephone coverage, takes messages and directs calls to appropriate staff members; provides public information and performs customer service; composes letters, memoranda, email and other correspondence; maintains up-to-date files, records, and databases; utilizes department or city-wide software applications to maintain records or perform various duties; provides assistance to executives, management and/or public officials. Other tasks include set up and break down of City Council Chambers pre and post meetings, general preparation for meetings, drafting meeting minutes and related agenda management and follow up.

The ideal candidate would have exceptional communication, organizational, and customer service skills and demonstrate a history of successful problem resolution and time management.  Additionally, the ideal candidate would thrive in a small-team setting where accuracy, resourcefulness, and follow-through are essential.  For more information on the specific job duties and job requirements, please follow the job description link provided below.

The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience.  In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Messenger Clerk classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay. 
 
The Messenger Clerk performs, under immediate supervision, work of routine difficulty in the collection and delivery of documents and materials to City departments and locations throughout the City. Performs routine clerical tasks as required.  
 
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.
 
Competencies
 
The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history.  Desirable competencies for this position include:

·     Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. 
·     Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts.
·     Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel.
·     Customer Service - Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor.
·     Team Work & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.