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The City of Redwood City Invites Applications for:

Human Services Specialist II 

We offer a wide range of meaningful career opportunities with potential for growth, training and development, competitive salaries, flexible work schedules, paid time off, and robust benefits. The Redwood City team is guided by excellence, integrity, service, collaboration, inclusion, and innovation.  Inherent in these values is a great organizational culture based on trust, strong and supportive leadership, respect, risk-taking, empowerment, and effective communication.

The community is known for its inclusivity, strong engaged neighborhoods, and civic pride. The City works diligently to maintain positive and productive relationships with community partners, together providing outstanding services, programs and opportunities for residents and businesses. This mix of tradition and progress, community and diversity, makes Redwood City an extraordinary place to work and call home. 

ABOUT THE POSITION

The City of Redwood City’s Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department invites you to apply for the full-time position of HUMAN SERVICES SPECIALIST (BILINGUAL – SPANISH & ENGLISH) at the Fair Oaks Community Center (FOCC). The FOCC is a multi-service agency that offers a variety of programs and services provided by City staff and non-profit and public agency partners.

This position serves as a caseworker in the Information and Referral/Emergency Services Program. The Information and Referral/Emergency Services Program provides vital safety net, unhoused intervention, and unhoused prevention services to low-income families, single parents, seniors, disabled persons, persons experiencing unhoused, and individuals seeking assistance in meeting their basic needs and strengthening their economic self-sufficiency. Candidates must be familiar with San Mateo County human services resources. To review job description click here.

The City of San Mateo invites applications for the position of Human Resources Analyst Intern

THE POSITION:  The City of San Mateo’s Human Resources Department has an opportunity for an intern to work on a number of projects. The Department is responsible for programs in recruitment and selection, classification and position control, labor and employee relations, employee training and development, workforce planning, salary and benefit administration, and employment related policies.  The HR Analyst Intern will receive supervision from the Sr. HR Analyst primarily responsible for each specific project. The duration and start dates of the internship are flexible.

DUTIES: The primary projects will most likely include the following:

• Employee Development and Workforce Planning: help with internal documentation, systems and tracking for training participation; assist with the transition to a new LMS system, assist in the design, coordination, and evaluation of learning and development programs to enhance employee skills and career growth.
• Classification and Position Control: Assist in updating and maintaining the position control database, track position vacancies and changes, assist in reviewing and organizing job descriptions, assist in compiling data for reclassification requests, assist in compiling data for compensation analysis, support in the preparation of classification related documents.
• Recruitment: Assist in sourcing candidates through various job boards, assist in updating and maintaining recruitment log, assist in the preparation of oral board materials and logistics for in-person oral board interviews, maintain recruitment files – close out interview materials once a recruitment has been completed
• Employee and Labor Relations: Review applicable MOUs, side letters, policies & procedures to determine and identify applicable provisions which may apply to specific departmental inquiries.  Provide recommendations based on research and data analysis, assist in tracking MOU compliance items, help organize trainings related to employee relations.
• Employee Services and Benefits: Assist in processing of benefit enrollments and changes, respond to basic employee inquiries about benefit offerings, assist with benefit offerings communication to City employees, assist with gathering documentation or follow-up as needed, assist with internal tracking and reporting.

In addition, the intern may work on a variety of other projects depending upon their time and interests.

Overview:

Champion Collaborative Solutions – Empower Positive Change at Valley Water

At Valley Water, we believe that strong labor relations are built on trust, transparency, and collaboration. As a Labor Relations Specialist II, you will play a key role in supporting our employee-employer relations program, helping to foster a fair, respectful, and high-performing workplace.

In this role, you will assist the Labor Relations Program Administrator and Labor Relations Assistant Officer in delivering a comprehensive and proactive labor relations strategy. You will provide expert guidance to staff and bargaining unit representatives, support contract administration, process grievances, assist in disciplinary actions, and promote effective labor-management relationships.

Our Commitment: 
We are committed to building and sustaining a working environment where all individuals are respected and valued. We believe every member of our team brings unique perspectives that enhance our ability to serve the public effectively. By fostering a workplace with employees from the communities we serve, we broaden our collective understanding of the world around us and strengthen our mission to equitably provide safe, clean water, natural flood protections, and environmental stewardship.

About Valley Water:
Valley Water is a public agency with an operating and capital budget of $964 million, and over 900 employees. With headquarters in San José, Valley Water provides water supply, enhances streams and watersheds through creek restoration and habitat protection, provides flood protection for homes, schools, businesses and roadways, and partners with other agencies to provide trails and open space for the community.

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinate and conduct labor relations investigations, including investigatory meetings and detailed written reports; develop analyses and draft confidential communications.
• Interpret and apply MOUs, policies, procedures, regulations, and labor laws to ensure consistent and compliant application across the organization.
• Serve as a key point of contact for Valley Water management, providing guidance on performance management, disciplinary matters, and grievance resolution; collaborate with bargaining units to proactively resolve concerns.
• Develop and maintain labor relations data reports to identify trends and training opportunities; make informed recommendations and deliver training to staff.
• Partner with internal HR units including EEO, Talent Acquisition & Career Pathways, Workforce Development, Recruitment, and Total Rewards to align labor strategies with broader HR goals.

Ideal Candidate's Background Includes:

Applicants whose experience and background best match the ideal experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education are considered ideal candidates for the position. To determine the top candidates, each applicant will be assessed based on the ideal candidate criteria as listed below.

Ideal Experience:

A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in:

• Conducting workplace investigations with a strong understanding of labor/union contracts.
• Interpreting and applying MOUs, state and federal labor regulations, and employment law.
• Advising and coaching managers and supervisors on employee and labor relations matters.
• Supporting MOU negotiations through research, data analysis, and documentation using tools like Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Handling sensitive issues with the highest level of confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism.
• Researching workforce and compensation trends and translating findings into actionable insights.

Ideal Skills and Abilities:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent judgment, critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to navigate complex employee relations matters with tact and professionalism.
• Proven ability to maintain effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders including bargaining units, staff, and leadership.
• Conflict resolution and mediation expertise with a customer-focused approach.
• Flexibility and adaptability in managing dynamic and sensitive work environments.

Ideal Knowledge:

• Public sector employee relations principles and practices.
• Union/labor contract administration and negotiation processes.
• Applicable state and federal labor and employment laws.
• Grievance procedures and dispute resolution methods.
• The role and function of unions in the public sector workplace.
• Investigative methodologies and best practices for employee relations cases.

Ideal Training and Education:

Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in:

• Human Resources Management
• Organizational Development
• Industrial/Organizational Psychology
• Public or Business Administration
• Or a related field.

Substitution:

Directly related experience may be substituted for the college requirement on the basis of one and one-half years of experience for one year of education to a maximum of four years.

 

Labor Relations Unit (Position Code 834) 

Valley Water Telework Program: Eligibility for telework will depend on the type of work performed, operational needs, and the ability for the employee to perform the essential functions of their job duties while teleworking. Employment with Valley Water requires employees to live within 150 miles of their primary physical work location located in San Jose, California by their start date.

This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule, typically working 40% remote and 60% onsite, after completion of the probationary period  (one year).

DEFINITION
Under general direction of the Human Resources Director, the Human Resources Manager oversees and coordinates the day-to-day human resources operations and is expected to perform professional human resources and administrative work. The Human Resources Manager manages, reviews and evaluates the work of subordinate staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
The Human Resources Manager (HRM) is a single position classification in the Human Resources Department responsible for the supervision of staff in a number of program areas including recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, benefits administration, disability and leave management, employee and labor relations, investigations, risk management, human resource information systems and record keeping and retention.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (illustrative only)

• Plans, directs, and coordinates work activities of staff in the Human Resources Department.
• Assists the HR Director in the planning, development, and carrying out of high-quality operations for the Department; assists in the development and implementation of initiatives.
• Provides information and assists with the development and implementation of various policies and procedures.
• Coordinates human resources and staffing planning activities with the various City Departments. Monitors and reviews personnel activities for consistency and propriety with regard to the City’s goals, policies, and procedures.
• Represents the City in and participates in the City's labor relations and labor contract (MOU) negotiation activities.
• Manages and participates in the full recruitment cycle; determines and develops examination materials; oversees the certification and hiring process.
• Supervises and participates in leave management activities including but not limited to: FML/CFRA administration, temporary modified work, reasonable accommodation, worker’s compensation and return to work programs.
• Under direction, conducts classification and compensation studies including desk audits; recommends and executes the creation and revision of classification specifications and salaries.
• Responds to and directs necessary actions to resolve matters identified by the Human Resources Director, City department staff, and employee organizations.
• Assists in meet and confers and the planning and conducting of labor negotiations.
• Conduct investigations in response to allegations of harassment, discrimination, workplace violence, and retaliation.
• Responsible for overseeing risk management activities including the various insurance programs.
• Develop and facilitate trainings and development opportunities within the workforce, on relevant subject matter as directed
• Represents and acts in the absence of the Human Resources Director.
• Facilitates the City’s Safety committee and coordinates related training and development programs.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge Of:

• Principles and practices of public sector human resources administration.
• Health and welfare benefits administration.
• Principles and practices of employer-employee relations (Meyers-Milias-Brown Act), classification and compensation relative to Merit System Principles, recruitment and examination, affirmative action and staff development.
• Workers Compensation law, regulations and procedures applicable to municipal agencies, for safety and non-safety employees.
• Principles of supervision and management.

Ability To:

• Analyze complex personnel and organizational problems, and develop effective resolutions, and implement effective courses of action.
• Plan, organize, direct and coordinate a complex and comprehensive human resources management programs.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with staff at all levels and external agencies.
• Select, train, assign, and evaluate the performance of subordinate staff.
• Communication effectively, orally and in writing.
• Advance the use of technology in human resource processes.
• Keep abreast of current and new labor laws.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:
Any combination of experience and education:

Education: A bachelor's degree with a major in Business or Public Administration, Social or Behavioral Science, Human Resources Management, Organizational Development, or related.

And

Experience: five (5) years of full-time human resources experience including at least one (1) year in a supervisory capacity.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Additional years of experience in supervising others.
• Possession of a professional credential in Human Resources, such as PHR/SHRM-CP, PHR/SPHR or program specific credentials such as L&D, ARM, CEBS, CPSP, or similar.
• Experience working in a public agency is highly desirable.

WORKING CONDITIONS, ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
The City of Union City is an equal opportunity employer. The City of Union City will comply with its obligations under the law to provide equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities.

The City of Auburn is looking for an Administrative Services Technician, a unique role where you'll contribute equally to our Finance and Human Resources departments!

ABOUT THE POSITION

We're seeking a detail-oriented and adaptable professional to make an immediate impact. Your time will be split equally between the two departments, with a primary focus on payroll processing. Beyond that, this role offers a variety of technical and paraprofessional work, including accounts payable and receivable, accounting, cash handling, budget, benefits administration, recruitment, customer service and other essential technical-level functions.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

A paraprofessional classification requiring specialized administrative and technical skills to perform semi-complex, administrative, support and confidential duties. The role is distinguished from lower classifications by its scope of work and requirements for specialized training and technical proficiency. This classification performs recurring tasks and solves problems independently under general supervision from the department director or assigned supervisor, and does not exercise supervision over staff.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

The following duties are typical for this classification. Actual work may vary based on department needs or change due to evolving business practices.

• Perform  a varied range of administrative, operational and technical tasks supporting assigned programs and functions.
• Maintain accurate financial, human resources, and administrative records and data within various computer systems, including data entry, report generation, and resolving discrepancies.
• Participate in the implementation and testing of new technology systems and process improvements.
• Handle inquiries, provide information, offer technical information and guidance on procedures, rules and regulations to internal and external customers.
• Provide administrative support to department management and staff, including research, processing, and preparing reports, correspondence, and written materials.
• Maintain professional and courteous interactions with all contacts.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Finance Duties:

• Participate in core finance processes, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, license and permit fee collection, and general financial transaction processing.
• Process and record financial transactions related to payroll and benefits, prepare related tax forms (e.g. 1099 and W2), and fee/levy data for tax rolls.
• Assist with budget preparation and monitoring, financial reporting, external auditor inquiries, and the review/approval of purchase requisitions.
• Participate in the implementation and adherence to Government Accounting Standards Board requirements and statements.
• Maintain financial and accounting records and data within systems, reconcile accounts, identify and resolve discrepancies, and prepare related reports.

Human Resources Duties:

• Participate in various functions supporting payroll, recruitment, benefits administration, leaves and other human resources functions.
• Participate in processing payroll including changes to wages, positions, benefits, leaves of absence, and related.
• Assist with benefits administration including processing forms, enrollments and changes, assisting employees, and responding to vendor inquiries.
• Intake and assist with worker’s compensation and insurance claim documentation.
• Apply personnel rules, MOUs, and relevant regulations to HR and payroll tasks, and assist with ensuring compliance, and maintain confidentiality of sensitive personnel and management information.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The conditions herein 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 job functions.

Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting. Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting including stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach and twist; lift, carry, push and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard and calculator; verbally communicate to exchange information; vision to read printed material and computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups and over the telephone with or without correction.

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About the City of San Bruno

The City is dedicated to providing excellent services to our residents and community and we are looking to add new members to our team. 

The City of San Bruno Recreation and Aquatic Center offers an exciting part-time opportunity for a Fitness Instructor/Personal Trainer. This position entails 10 to 20 hours per week, with shifts available during weekday mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends. If you are passionate about health, fitness, and wellness, and enjoy helping others stay fit, we look forward to hearing from you! 

Position Summary

The Fitness Instructor/Personal Trainer plays a key role in providing essential fitness instruction and personalized training programs to help individuals achieve their health and fitness goals. The responsibilities include instructing group fitness classes, offering personal training sessions, designing customized fitness programs for clients, ensuring safe and effective exercises, motivating and encouraging participants, providing feedback and adjustments to exercises, and monitoring clients' progress for continuous improvement. This role will also be providing excellent customer service, addressing fitness-related inquiries, maintaining a positive and motivating environment for everyone, and ensuring the fitness facility is clean, safe, and fully operational. 

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.  

• Certification in personal training or group fitness instruction required (e.g., ACE, NASM, or other recognized certification).  

• At least one year of experience in fitness instruction, personal training, or a related field preferred.  

• Experience in group instruction and one-on-one training is highly desirable. 

Knowledge and Skills

This position requires a knowledge of general fitness principles, exercise techniques, and wellness practices, instructing and motivating individuals or groups in a fitness setting, excellent communication to provide clear instruction and positive feedback and assessing client needs and creating individualized fitness programs. The position also requires ability to operate and maintain fitness equipment safely. 

Special Requirements: 

• Current certification in First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). 

• Fitness certifications (e.g., Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor) from a nationally recognized organization. 

How to Apply

All interested applicants must apply by August 27th, 2025, by 5 p.m, and must submit their application to the City of San Bruno's BambooHR Page.

Reasonable Accommodations 

The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices. The City of San Bruno Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the selection process to accommodate disabled applicants. Individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation in the process must inform the Human Resources Department at 650-616-7055 or hr@sanbruno.ca.gov by the final filing date.