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The City of Burlingame is accepting applications for the position of Temporary Parks and Tree Worker.

The Position

Under the direct supervision of a Lead Worker, or higher level staff, the Parks and Tree Worker performs a variety of gardening, landscape and tree maintenance duties associated with the development, repair, and maintenance of public landscaped areas and trees, and performs related work as required.

Examples of Duties (include but are not limited to the following)

• Maintain grounds and plantings in City parks, recreation facilities, playground areas, municipal building grounds, and street median islands.
• Maintain designated landscape effects through mowing, edging, pruning, weeding, and planting lawns, shrubs, ground cover, trees, and flower beds.
• Pick up, clean and remove trash and debris from parks and public property; clean restrooms and park buildings; remove graffiti.
• Operate various power equipment including mowers, edgers, line trimmers, backpack blowers, chainsaws, chippers, Hedging equipment, sweeper, stump grinder, and shop tools.
• Prepare athletic fields for seasonal sports events; paint park benches, buildings, signs and fences.
• Assist Tree Workers by lowering cut limbs with ropes, pruning from ground, chipping brush.
• Drive, load and unload vehicles used to transport materials, tools and equipment.
• Set-up and maintain safe work areas.
• Perform traffic control.
• Work cooperatively and effectively with coworkers.
• Respond to inquiries from the general public. 

Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of: Basic methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in grounds and tree maintenance work; basic construction and repair methods; and safe work practices.

Ability to: Perform semi-skilled landscape maintenance work; learn to operate the full range of light and heavy equipment used in landscape and tree maintenance work; work off of ladders; set up safe work sites; learn geography of the City and sites of City parks and maintenance areas; work cooperatively and effectively with co-workers and provide general assistance to the public; work weekends and holidays as required; learn multiple safety procedures and practices related to landscape maintenance, tree maintenance and tree removal.

Skills: Ability to efficiently use hand and power tools listed above required in general park and tree work, and learn to use new equipment as required.

Education and Experience: Sufficient education and experience to perform the above duties which is typically obtained through prior experience in gardening, grounds keeping, landscape, construction or tree work and completion of the twelfth grade or equivalent.

License/Certificate: Class C driver’s license issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles.

Physical, Mental and Environmental Working Conditions

Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping, and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision when inspecting trees and operating assigned equipment. The need to lift, carry and push tools, equipment, and supplies weighing 55 pounds or more is also required. Additionally, the incumbent in this outdoor position works in all weather conditions, including wet, hot, and cold. The incumbent may be exposed to fumes, dust, and air contaminants, and may be exposed to mechanical and electrical hazards. The nature of the work also requires the incumbent to use power and noise producing tools and equipment, including the frequent use of chainsaws, drive motorized vehicles and heavy equipment, work in heavy vehicle traffic conditions, use proper safety equipment when using noisy and dangerous equipment, hear well enough to follow directions, and see well enough to read instructions.

Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.

The Application Process

Applicants are encouraged to apply on-line at www.calopps.org.

Applications are also available at:

City of Burlingame 
Human Resources Department 
501 Primrose Road 
Burlingame, CA 94010 
Or by calling (650) 558-7206

The position is open until filled.  

Unless otherwise specified, ALL CORRESPONDENCE WILL BE CONDUCTED VIA THE EMAIL ADDRESS PROVIDED ON YOUR APPLICATION.

The Selection Process

All applications will be reviewed for relevant education, experience, training and other job related qualifications. The department will invite the most qualified candidates to an oral panel interview. Date and time to be determined.

FINE PRINT

Prior to appointment, candidates will be required to:  

• pass a fingerprint check submitted to the Department of Justice
• comply with The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 and provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States at date of hire

The City of Burlingame is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin in its employment actions, decisions, policies, and practices. The duties described in this job announcement 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 the position.  This job announcement does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

The Planning and Building Department is seeking qualified candidates for the position of GIS Technician I/II to provide land use-related support and services to all areas of the department.
 
The County of San Mateo Planning and Building Department is responsible for planning and regulating land use and development within the unincorporated areas of the County so that diverse and livable communities can thrive. The GIS Technician will be part of Department's diverse team of planners, building inspectors, code enforcement officers, building permit technicians and administrative support personnel that serve the County's residents, businesses, and visitors through the preparation and administration of land use plans and regulations, zoning and building codes, and by reviewing land use proposals to ensure they are consistent with those plans and regulations.  
 
Under general supervision, the GIS Technician I/II will be responsible for: managing the department's  GIS database, maintaining and updating data layers and feature classes; develop, maintain, and enforce metadata standards; aid in the transition to the ESRI Local Government Information Model (LGIM); map creation; developing datasets; conducting analysis; support departmental and county-wide GIS related projects; provide general support and basic IT support to internal staff, which may include providing general graphics support; facilitate data sharing with regional partners; and, be willing and able to perform data collection in the field as needed.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and concepts of computerized mapping systems and spatial analysis techniques and concepts.
• GIS and CAD software.
• Basic principles and methods of cartography, geography and/or engineering drafting, including map projections and scales.
• Database structure and design.
• Basic research and report writing techniques.
• Management information and data communication/translation technology
• Nomenclature, symbols, methods and instruments used in engineering drafting and mapping.
• Logarithmic and trigonometric tables, algebra, geometry and their application to mapping work especially in computation of distances, angles and areas.
• Applicable codes, regulations, policies, technical processes and procedures related to assigned department.

Skill/Ability to:

• Evaluate information system design and operation and make recommendations for improvement.
• Organize and input data into the GIS; develop efficient linkages to existing databases; and prepare clear and complete technical reports.
• Read and interpret planning, engineering and building maps and documents.
• Use advanced computer assisted drafting and design program software and related computer equipment.
• Create and publish form letter documents and compile, archive and publish statistical reports using a variety of software programs.
• Read, understand, apply and explain to others information in county, state and/or federal regulations relevant to local property assessment and taxation, mapping, subdivision and ownership of interests in property.
• Read, interpret, write and explain detailed boundary descriptions of real property, deeds, and engineering field notes.
• Organize and complete projects in a timely manner.
• Develop and maintain a database structure capable of meeting multiple tasks with minimal redundancy.
• Make mathematical computations.
• Communicate and work effectively with other county employees and the general public.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions and established procedures in the performance of duties.
• Maintain and prepare accurate records.

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:
 

Education: Bachelor's degree in planning, surveying, engineering, computer science, or a closely related field.

Experience: I-Level: Less than 2 years of experience working with GIS software GIS automated mapping and drafting, civil engineering, land surveying, geography, cartography, or computer science, including project design, coordination and operation. II-Level: Two to three years of relevant experience.

San Mateo County Harbor District

Position Available:
Open-Competitive Recruitment for:
Planner Analyst
$5,912.00 - $7,923.00 Monthly

Excellent Benefits Package
Deadline for application:
December 2, 2019

https://www.smharbor.com/employment
For application/inquiries contact Betty Cortes at:
bcortes@smharbor.com
SMCHD is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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We are seeking an innovative and proactive Building Official (Building Division Manager) with a positive, forward-thinking perspective.  The Building Official (Building Division Manager) will manage all building division functions (building permit issuance, plan check and building inspections).  The position reports to the Deputy Community Development Director for Planning and Development.

The Building Official (Building Division Manager) will assist in integrating the City’s vision and goals with the business strategy of the Community Development Department; managing, planning and organizing Community Development services, programs, and operations; developing and implementing policy; crafting and accomplishing department and City objectives, goals, and performance metrics within guidelines established by the City Council and City Manager.  The Building Official (Building Division Manager) must exercise a high degree of judgment and discretion along with political acumen and an understanding of the needs of the community.

The City of East Palo Alto is experiencing the most of development in the City’s history. Currently, the City is processing development applications for nearly three (3) million square feet of non-residential and an estimated 1,000 residential units. If you are a dynamic leader seeking to manage a great team responsible for processing high-profile projects, this may be the opportunity for you;

This classification is FLSA exempt and reports directly to the Community and Economic Development Director; provides direction, training and direct supervision of subordinate professional, technical and administrative support staff 

This is full-time, At-Will Management position that performs a variety of managerial, supervisory, technical, and professional duties related to current and advance planning and special projects; provides supervision and oversight of daily planning operations; trains and evaluates personnel in Planning Division; performs related duties as required.

Senior Planner

The City of Sausalito seeks a highly-motivated person who, under direction of the Community Development Director, administers specified planning activities including current planning, zoning and subdivision ordinance, advanced planning and the General Plan; complex professional planning activities, such as serving as project manager for complex development and land use applications. This is a lead position in the Community Development Department and will participate in advanced, multi-department initiatives. The Senior Planner also:

• Reviews applications for residential, commercial and other land use development; evaluates alternatives and conformance with City policies, ordinances, the General Plan and state and federal laws; prepares and presents staff reports to the Planning Commission and City Council regarding such applications;
• Serves as project manager for complex planning projects, including analyzing and evaluating site and architectural plans, performing technical review for project plans and applications and making recommendations;
• Manages consultant contacts including determining scope of work and budgets, tracking budgets and approving contract payments;
• Updates and creates long-range planning documents such as the City’s General Plan and other assigned plans; prepares modifications to specific General Plan elements;
• Serves as staff liaison for review boards, ad-hoc committees and elected officials, including providing technical advice and giving presentations;
• Confers with and provides information to property owners, contractors, developers, engineers architects and the public regarding conformance to standards, plans specifications and codes; explains codes, requirements and procedures and evaluates alternatives;
• Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service;
• Ability to deal with the public under stressful circumstances in a fair, calm and understanding way to obtain positive results;
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

AC Transit is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Budget Manager. This position serves as the overall management of the district budget. Under general direction, plans, organizes, directs, and coordinates the activities of the Budget unit of the Finance department, including short- and long-range operating and capital budgets and coordinates District-wide budget activities with other departments. In addition to working with some of the best in the business at one of the largest bus agencies in California, AC Transit also has an excellent benefits package that includes pension, medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending and 457 savings plan.

REPRESENTATIVE FUNCTIONS:

• Plans, organizes, and directs Budget unit activities including the annual operating budget and long-range forecasting.
• Develops Key Performance Indicators (KPI's), policies and procedures for the Budget unit. Assigns, delegates, reviews, and evaluates the work of staff. Coordinates staff training, and implements progressive discipline as needed.
• Provides financial forecasting and economic analysis to District departments and Executive staff, including feasibility studies and cost analysis.
• Reviews District-wide budget performance throughout the fiscal year, extracts data from District's Peoplesoft enterprise business system, identifies variances, and recommends allocations or reductions.
• Uses District's Prophix budget planning and reporting system in creating budgets, reporting on financial information, and assisting departments in monitoring their financial performance, and manages development, use, and access of the system.
• Coordinates unit activities with those of other Finance department units, other District departments, and outside agencies and organizations.
• Assist the Department Director with Union negotiations.
• • Consults with Executive Staff on a continual basis to determine the financial impact of alternative financial decisions.Develops and implements actions and strategies to address economic fluctuations.
• Represents the Finance department, and the District in a variety of inter-agency, governmental, and public forums. Prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
• Reports to the Board of Directors as required.
• Administers the activities, and reviews the work of external consultants.
• Answers questions and provides financial and budget information to District Staff, and the public.
• May be required to temporarily act in the position of the Department Director and may be required to perform some or all of the senior staff member's essential functions in such situations.
• Evaluate budgeting procedures in order to develop and implement new processes and technologies to support the Budget unit's operational tasks.
• Work with staff on the evaluation, implementation and testing of business systems for the District.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Training: Minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in economics, finance, business administration, accounting, or a related field.

Experience: Equivalent to at least six (6) years of increasing responsibility in budget development and administration, including five (5) years of verifiable supervisory experience.

Desirable Qualifications: Experience with PeopleSoft, strong communication and analytical skills, detail oriented, experienced in Excel and navigating in systems to generate reports.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Physical Requirements: (1) Must maintain the physical condition necessary to perform tasks in an office setting and operate computers, keyboards, and other peripheral equipment. (2) Must possess the physical mobility necessary to transport oneself to various locations around the District.

THIS POSITION IS AN UNREPRESENTED AT-WILL POSITION

To apply, visit: https://apptrkr.com/1702672

The Selection Process: The Human Resources department must receive a completed online application by the filling date. If this recruitment is "Continuous," it may be closed at any time without notice. Applications will be screened for job-related qualifications, and those candidates who best meeting the qualifications listed on this Job Announcement will be invited to participate in an examination process that may include written, oral and/or performance segments. Current District employees must have satisfactory attendance and performance records. Finalists will be placed on an Eligibility List. When filling vacancies, the Human Resources Department will refer the top candidates to the hiring department for final screening and recommendation. Per Board Policy, selected candidates may require background checks performed on their criminal and/or financial records.

Benefits: All employees hired on or after January 1, 2016, may be in the District's Tier II pension plan covered by the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA). As such, he/she may be required to contribute 6% or more of annual income towards the cost of his/hers District pension.

ADA Compliant and Drug-Free Workplace: The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment/examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you have a need for an accommodation, please call Human Resources at (510) 891-4783.

The Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District has established the goal of a 100 percent drug and alcohol-free workplace. Applicants will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to employment and those in safety sensitive positions will be subject to further drug and alcohol testing through their period of employment, including random drug and alcohol testing.

Equal Opportunity Employer
 

The City of Sunnyvale is seeking a Permit Center Manager to oversee Permit Center operations. The ideal candidate will possess technical expertise in the building codes, have strong organizational and administrative skills, be solutions oriented, will provide direct lead to four full-time staff members and develop collaborative relationships with staff throughout the City. Consistent with the focus on service is the timely processing of permits and development plans and scheduling of inspections made more challenging by a strong economic environment with unprecedented levels of development activity.  
 
Key work items for the next two years include: 1) the implementation of a permit tracking system that integrates building, planning, fire prevention, engineering, housing and code enforcement activities; 2) enhancement of the City's green building program; 3) managing a permit center counter, maintain staffing and training during the sixth straight year of record breaking development activity including a wide variety of development and reinvestment projects throughout the community; and 4) participating in citywide initiatives and projects with bold sustainable innovation.

Requires: A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Planning, Civil Engineering, Public Administration, Management, Business Administration or a related field AND Four years of progressively responsible professional experience working as a construction manager, developer, architect, civil engineer, building official, plan checker, planner, or building inspector including two years of supervisory experience.  Possession of an ICC Building Plans Examiner Certification.

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package. A complete application consists of a City application and responses to the supplemental questionnaire due by 5pm on Monday, December 2, 2019.  For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click jobs.

$122,441.00 - $147,649.00 Annually

Applications are being accepted for the position of Senior Planner with the City of South San Francisco.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: DECEMBER 12, 2019 @ 5:00 P.M. OR UPON RECEIPT OF THE FIRST 75 ONLINE APPLICATIONS, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.

THE CITY OFFERS AN ATTRACTIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE, AS WELL AS A CalPERS PLAN

The City of South San Francisco is a fully independent and highly commercialized full-service City with an estimated population of 68,000 growing to 110,000 during business hours. City departments include: Police; Fire; Parks and Recreation; Public Works; Economic and Community Development; City Attorney; Library; Finance; Information Technology; Human Resources; City Clerk; and Office of the City Manager. The City has a Council-City Manager form of government with more than 400 full and part-time employees. South San Francisco is about 10 miles south of San Francisco, and is the birthplace of the biotechnology industry, including Genentech’s headquarters. 

THE DEPARTMENT

The Economic and Community Development (ECD) Department is charged with the preservation and improvement of the physical and economic condition of the community. The Department includes Economic Development, Housing and Community Development, Planning, and Building.  The Planning Division is responsible for the development of long range planning policies and the processing of current applications for new development and design reviews to promote compliance with the City’s Zoning Ordinance and development standards. The division is also responsible for administering the General Plan, Zoning Ordinance, Use Permits, promoting high-quality urban design and developments, and collaborating on fostering careful consideration of historic structures and resources.

Planning Division services include proposing land-use policy documents, processing applications to assure compliance with ordinances and state law and providing assistance to the Planning and Downtown Parking Commissions and Design Review Board. The Planning Division is comprised of a City Planner, Principal Planner, three Senior Planners, two Associate Planners, a Planning Technician and an Administrative Assistant.

The Planning Division has been at the forefront of some of the most exciting, complex, innovative, and high-visibility projects in San Mateo County. Some recent highlights include: a relocated and renovated Caltrain station, 4,000 units of urban, mixed-use housing near transit; updated master plan for the expansion of Genentech’s 207-acre corporate campus; a new 2.8 million sq. ft. technology office campus; new civic community center, and update to the General Plan. Planning Division services include proposing land-use policy, ensuring compliance with ordinances and state law and staffing the Planning Commission and Design Review Board.

For more information, please visit the Economic and Community Development page on the City’s website at www.ssf.net.

THE POSITION

This new position was created to allow a single, seasoned planning professional to coordinate transportation planning studies and initiatives citywide. These studies include: long-term analysis of the City’s transit and transportation needs, updating initiatives such as the City’s Transportation Demand Management (TDM) program, staffing the City’s Transportation Commission, and working on various studies and initiatives to improve transit, bicycle and pedestrian facilities. Transportation planning is anticipated to occupy about 50% of the position. In addition, this position will be expected to take on a diverse portfolio of projects and tasks, ranging from over-the-counter service to entitlement of highly complex, controversial housing, office, retail, hotel or industrial projects.

SELECTION PROCESS

The process will first consist of a review of application materials and responses to the supplemental questionnaire, which must be detailed and complete. A resume is REQUIRED, but does not substitute for a complete application. Applications with "see resume" as a substitution for the work experience description; those with unclear past employment information; or those with insufficient information to evaluate possession of minimum qualifications will not be considered. The most highly suitable and qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an oral panel interview and practical exercise. This assessment is tentatively scheduled for the week of January 6, 2020 

Upon completion of this examination, an eligible list will be established which will be used for the appointment to the position. Possession of minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement in the selection process and placement on the eligible employment list. Top scoring candidates will be invited to the next phase of the selection process which will consist of any or all of the following: a departmental interview and written/performance exercise. All applicants will be notified by email as to whether or not they are invited to participate further in the selection process.

Appeals concerning administration of an examination must be submitted in writing within 2-business days from the date the event occurred.  

Note: The City of South San Francisco reserves the right, at its discretion, to limit the number of qualified candidates invited to the selection process. Admission to the examination may be limited to those applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications on the application and resume, in addition to an assessment of supplemental questionnaire responses. Applicants possessing the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed admission to the examination.