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The City of Chowchilla is seeking a Parks & Facilities Worker I, under general supervision from the Public Works Supervisor, to provide clean, well-maintained, and attractive parks and facilities and information about park and recreation facilities and services.

THE POSITION

Parks & Facilities Worker I

This is an entry level-level classification. Some positions may require a valid Commercial Applicator’s Certificate, and involve the use of mechanized spraying equipment for the application of pesticides and herbicides.  This class is further distinguished by need for greater independence of judgment and action and because incumbents may act as a lead worker with other Park Workers.   

Prerequisites:   Any combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for a Parks & Facilities Worker I. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess the equivalent of one year of experience in the care and maintenance of parks and recreation facilities, or related work, valid California Driver License, and a high school diploma or equivalent.   

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking to fill multiple vacancies for the part-time (20 hours per week) Clinical Therapist I/II position for the Children’s Outpatient Program (COP). The Clinical Therapist I/II is a school partnership (SPT) position and will appeal to bilingual individuals who are passionate about working with children, adolescents, young adults and their families and may have or would like experience in a school setting.  The Clinical Therapist I/II will report to the School Partnership Program Supervisor.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Provide individual, family, collateral and group therapy for children, adolescents, and youth with mental illness;
   
• Provide crisis intervention and case management as needed at the school site in Pomona, California;
   
• Conduct mental health assessments, treatment plans, provide crisis intervention as needed and complete all necessary documentation;

• Collaborate with school staff regarding student mental health needs and maintain regular contact with parents;

• Ensure that documentation is updated in Electronic Health Record (EHR) regularly;

• Screen and track school referrals, etc. & other duties as assigned.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for one individual to serve as a Facilities Maintenance Technician II for the Facilities Division within the Operations Department. The Facilities Maintenance Technician will to perform maintenance, security, and housekeeping functions to ensure the safety and aesthetics of all Agency facilities.  This position will report to the Facilities Manager.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Maintain agency equipment, property and vehicles;
   
• Perform moderately difficult building maintenance repair work to Agency facilities and Agency housing units & leased properties;
• As assigned, perform unskilled, semi-skilled and/or skilled craft related work in such areas as carpentry, electrical, masonry, painting, plumbing, and refrigeration in the maintenance, repair, and alteration of buildings, facilities, and equipment;

• Monitor access to storage facilities and ensure security and order of storage units; Move and secure furniture, wall fixtures and equipment;

• Respond to work order requests; complete work on a timely basis; prepare and maintain records of performed work and services; Set up and break down for meetings; Completion of the Safety Maintenance Checklist Report;

• Ensure cleanliness of the Agency interior and exteriors premises, which includes cleaning windows, cleaning up spills and foods quickly; and maintain sanitation equipment and supplies;

• Enforce building related codes, including adopted California Building Code, California Mechanical Code, California Plumbing Code, California Electric Code, California Residential Code, California Green Building Code, California Energy Code, and local ordinances.

• Maintain vehicle logs and ensure maintenance, safety and cleanliness of vehicles. Inspects and troubleshoots automotive, and light and heavy duty trucks and equipment to assess their condition and determine repairs; and perform other duties as assigned.

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose’s website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers. 

The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience. In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Facility Attendant classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay. This position is also covered under the Living Wage Policy

The Public Works Department is seeking to fill a vacant Facility Attendant position. This position is responsible for performing work of routine difficulty in a variety of custodial duties, minor maintenance work, and set-ups in preparation for events, meetings and other functions located at City Hall and other City Facilities such as Community Centers, Parks and Libraries. This position will be reporting to the Supervisor of Trades with lead direction from the Senior Facility Attendant.

Typical duties include, but are not limited to:

• • Performs custodial work such as sweeping, scrubbing, stripping, and waxing floors, as well as vacuuming, dusting, graffiti removal and washing windows.
  • Sets up equipment and platforms for events.
  • Arranges chairs, tables, and other furniture for both city and public meetings, banquets, dances, dinners, and other events according to charts, plans, and oral instructions.
  • Reads, interprets, and carries out written instructions to set up and arrange furniture and equipment for events.
  • Monitors on going events and provides any needed set-up or maintenance support.
  • Assists with maintaining outside grounds of City Hall to include cleaning sidewalks, storm drains, entries and stairwells.
  • Operates a variety of motorized equipment such as forklifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts.
  • Performs minor maintenance checks on vehicles such as forklifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts.
  • Performs minor repairs on equipment, furniture, plumbing fixtures, and other objects as needed.
  • Assist in the set-up of stages for productions according to specified plans.
  • Sets up public address systems and sound systems.
  • Monitors and completes various assigned work orders using work management system software.
  • Tracks schedules and set-up requirements for meetings and events using Event Management System software.
  • Inspects Libraries, Community Centers, Police Dept Facilities and other City buildings for housekeeping and minor maintenance issues.
  • Assists with cubicle and office moves at city hall to include the moving and lifting of file cabinets, desks and other office furniture.
  • Assists with replacing burnt out bulbs.
  • Assists with removal of City owned surplus items.
  • Ability to lift heavy weights from 20 to 80 lbs.
  • May be required to work weekends, holidays and swing shifts.

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.

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history.  Desirable competencies for this position include:

 
Competencies

Job Expertise: Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional /technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.

Customer Service: Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor.

Computer Skills: Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel.

Flexibility: Makes effective decisions and achieves desired results in the midst of major changes in responsibilities, work processes, time frames, performance expectations, organizational culture, or work environment.

Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills: Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.

 
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.

GENERAL PURPOSE

Under general supervision, performs custodial services to maintain assigned area in a clean, orderly, safe and secure fashion, and performs related duties as required.  Must be available mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.
 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this position.

City Hall, Community Building and Senior Center Duties:

• Secure city facilities as assigned
• Provide access to city facilities after hours
• Perform set-up or tear down of tables and chairs
• Set-up required equipment for meeting and activities
• Clean specified areas as assigned
• Perform light custodial duties
• Empty trash and sort recycling
• Pick up trash around exterior of buildings
• Restock dispensers
• Provide customer service to public and city staff

Park Restroom Duties:

• Provide access to park restroom facilities
• Sweep, mop and clean floors
• Empty and clean waste receptacles
• Pick up trash around exterior of restroom buildings
• Clean restrooms, including sinks, tile, toilets, floors, mirrors, walls and partitions and drinking fountains
• Polish metal work fixtures
• Fill paper dispensers
• Replace light bulbs
• Perform minor repairs as necessary
• Secure park restroom facilities
• Provide customer service to public and city staff
• Respond to emergency situations as required
• Remove and/or clean graffiti

Rental Duties:

• Perform required set-up for assigned activity
• Provide access to assigned facility at proper time
• Maintain contact with the person renting the facility to perform duties as required
• Provide supervision during the event to insure all policies and procedures are being adhered to
• Inspect facility prior to and after the event
• Complete required paper work
• Secure facility
• Maintain a clean and safe facility during event/activity

San Dimas Recreation Center

• Perform light custodial duties
• Restock dispensers
• Empty trash and sort recycling
• Pick up trash around exterior of buildings
• Clear pool decks and secure area
• Secure city facilities as assigned
• Test water chemistry in swimming pool
• Clean specified areas as assigned

SELECTION PROCESS

Interested persons who feel they meet the desirable qualifications should submit a completed City application. Not every applicant is interviewed. Selected qualified applicants will be invited to interview.

STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

The City of San Dimas, California advises the public, employees and job applicants that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical handicap, medical condition, marital status, sex, age or any non-merit based factor in admission to, treatment of or employment in its programs and activities.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), The City of San Dimas will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. EOE (Equal Opportunity Employer)

ABOUT THE CITY

The City of San Dimas is located midway (about 27 miles) between Los Angeles and San Bernardino at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains. Superior access to freeways offers a centralized location from which to enjoy southern California’s many excellent cultural and recreational activities.

San Dimas was incorporated in 1960 with a Council-Manager form of government. Its citizens receive a full range of services through the combined efforts of the City’s five departments (City Manager’s Office, Administrative Services, Parks & Recreation, Public Works and Development Services) and the contract services of Los Angeles County.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking to fill one exciting part-time position to serve as a Community Garden Farmer for the Therapeutic Community Garden. The Community Garden Farmer position will appeal to individuals who love to work outdoors and are passionate about teaching and mentoring individuals with behavioral health needs about gardening.  The Community Garden Farmer will report to the Clinical Program Manager.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Maintain and care for the garden, teaching and mentoring Tri-City staff and program participants about gardening;

• Maintain produce logs/reports, conduct horticulture research to manage plants, irrigation systems and pest control;

• Form beds for planting; create planting schedule;

• Select seeds or plants for planting; cultivate and prepare soil for planting;

• Sow seeds or alternative germination techniques; weed; and prepare and conduct composting;

• Assemble and maintain irrigation systems, in addition to manually watering crops, plants and trees;

• Plan plant production to ensure ample harvest will be available for marketing and distribution;

• Assist team in developing group curriculum that integrates horticulture skills;

• Participate in community events and presentations to promote the garden and other duties as assigned.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is actively recruiting for one part-time Clinical Wellness Advocate I/II/III for the Transitional Age Youth/Full Service Partnership (TAY/FSP) Program.  The Clinical Wellness Advocate I/II/III position will appeal to individuals with ‘lived experience’ who are passionate about working with young adults with severe behavioral health concerns providing support and advocacy.  The Clinical Wellness Advocate I/II/III will report to a Program Supervisor.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Provide advocacy, guidance, outreach, feedback and support to young adult clients and their families to access and work more efficiently toward recovery;

• Assist clients with basic forms, mentoring and coaching;

• Attend and participate in meetings, attend intakes and other appointment to strengthen and support recovery;

• Perform wellness checks, documentation of outreach and services;

• Ensure that documentation is updated in Electronic Health Record (EHR) regularly and provide case management services;

• May be required to transport client(s) in his/her own vehicle and/or a Tri-City vehicle and other duties as assigned, etc.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is actively recruiting for two vacancies for part-time Clinical Wellness Advocate I/II/III for the Adult Full Service Partnership (FSP) Program.  The Clinical Wellness Advocate I/II/III position will appeal to individuals with ‘lived experience’ who are passionate about working with individuals with severe behavioral health concerns providing support and advocacy.  The Clinical Wellness Advocate I/II/III will report to a Program Supervisor.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Provide advocacy, guidance, outreach, feedback and support to clients and families to access and work more efficiently toward recovery;

• Assist clients with basic forms, mentoring and coaching;

• Attend and participate in meetings, attend intakes and other appointment to strengthen and support recovery;
• Perform wellness checks, documentation of outreach and services;

• Ensure that documentation is updated in Electronic Health Record (EHR) regularly and provide case management services;

• May be required to transport client(s) in his/her own vehicle and/or a Tri-City vehicle and other duties as assigned, etc.

If you enjoy working hard in the outdoors, learning new skills and being with a fun group of people, we invite you to apply for the position of Seasonal Open Space Technician at the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District (Midpen). Midpen is a regional greenbelt system in the Santa Cruz Mountain region comprised of over 63,000 acres of land in 26 open space preserves, protected for public enjoyment and recreation. As a small mission driven organization, every employee at Midpen makes an impact - so if you are looking for a challenging opportunity to contribute to the legacy of open space preservation, we welcome your application.

About the Position:  Seasonal Open Space Technicians assist with building and maintaining roads and trails on Midpen lands, operating mechanical equipment such as chainsaws, power pruners and mowers. Additional duties include cleanup and routine maintenance on Midpen lands, in buildings and restrooms and driving trucks as required. Seasonal Open Space Technicians also use hand and power tools to do semi-skilled carpentry, construction tasks and to remove invasive non-native plants. Work location may be at either the Skyline or the Foothills Field Office (there is no seasonal housing available).  Job Description is on the website.

Requirements:  Basic requirements include high school diploma or G.E.D.; possession of a valid California driver’s license; skills to perform basic construction and maintenance assignments; ability to perform manual labor requiring bending, stooping, kneeling, and lifting; and the ability to work in, or around, poison oak.

Highly desirable traits include prior work experience in a park, forest, or public recreation area involving work with equipment and tools used in park maintenance. Upon hire, employee must purchase and wear the required uniform. In addition, candidates selected for the position will be required to successfully pass and obtain certification in Basic First Aid/CPR, AED for Lay Responders.   

Working Conditions: This is a full time, Monday through Friday position, with occasional weekend and holiday work required. Employees work in the field in rugged and remote areas and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical or electrical hazards, hazardous physical substances and fumes, and poison oak. Seasonal assignments will not exceed 950 hours (approximately 6 months of full-time work) and do not include benefits.

About the District: Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is an independent special district created by the voters of northwestern Santa Clara County in 1972, joined in 1976 by southern San Mateo County, and most recently expanded to the San Mateo coast side in 2004. Midpen’s purpose is “To acquire and preserve a regional greenbelt of open space land in perpetuity; protect and restore the natural environment; and provide opportunities for ecologically sensitive public enjoyment and education.”  To learn more about what we are passionate about, we invite you to visit our web site at www.OpenSpace.org.

How to Apply:  Final Filing Date: Sunday, February 2, 2020 at 5:00 p.m.

Apply online at CalOpps.org.  Applicants with the most relevant experience and qualifications suitable for the position will be contacted for interviews.

Candidates selected for interviews must provide a current DMV report at the interview (request report by submitting form INF 1125 to the DMV). Employment offers are conditional upon the results of a fingerprint background check and a pre-employment physical.
RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE – We recommend planning your calendar accordingly as these dates are confirmed:  *Interviews – February 12 & 13, 2020. *Reference Check – Week of February 17, 2020 *Fingerprinting – Week of February 24, 2020 *Pre-employment Physical – Week of March 2. 2020 *Start Date – April 2020 (full time schedule)

A Dispatcher II is a civilian employee of the Police Department who performs a variety of tasks in the Department’s Support Services Division. The Dispatcher II acts as the Department’s primary dispatcher, receiving and relaying incoming calls for emergency and non-emergency assistance; dispatching police units; operating a variety of telecommunications equipment including radio, telephone, and computer-aided dispatch systems; status monitoring, records and file maintenance in a computer-aided environment; and entry level dispatch training. A Dispatcher II may be assigned to work various hours, shifts, holidays, weekends and overtime.

Additional duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: prioritize requests for service based upon available resources, receive radio requests and handle accordingly, type, process and file a wide variety of reports and materials including memos, letters, complaints, declarations, warrants, citations, crime and traffic reports. Assists Department personnel and the public in person and by phone performing record checks, collecting fees and mailing requested reports to outside agencies in accordance with established regulations.

APPLICATION
Applications are only accepted online at www.calopps.org. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City employment application. Typing certification of 40 wpm net (5 minute test taken within the last 12 months) must be submitted with application. Certificates will only be accepted from a recognized business, adult school, or employment agency. Online typing test results will not be accepted. Applications received without a valid typing certificate, or not meeting the minimum words per minute (40 wpm net) will not be considered and applicants will not be contacted to correct the deficiency. Lateral applicants from a POST certified agency are not required to submit a typing certificate.

SELECTION PROCESS
Candidates are encouraged to apply early. Initial screening of applications is tentatively set for January 22, 2020. The most qualified applicants based on background and experience as evidenced by their application, will be invited for an oral board interview, which is weighted 100%. To be placed on an eligibility list, an applicant must receive a passing score of 70 or more from each panel member.

A thorough background check, as well as a physical, including a drug screen, psychological evaluation, and polygraph exam will be conducted on the top candidates prior to appointment consideration. Failure to achieve a qualifying score on any portion of the examination process will eliminate a candidate from further consideration.

IMMIGRATION REFORM AND CONTROL ACT
To comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all new employees are required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or authorization to work in the United States on their first day of employment.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Pleasant Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), requests for special accommodations during any stage of the examination process should be made in advance to the Human Resources Department.