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DEVELOPMENT SERVICES TECHNICIAN

Salary Range: $4,204 – $5,760

Definition

Performs a wide variety of paraprofessional, technical and clerical tasks to support duties at the Town's Permit and Welcome Center (“one stop shop”); responds to customer visits, phone calls and inquiries regarding all Development Services permits and applications, permit status, plan check and plan review (by all Development Services Divisions), and field inspections; accepts and reviews plans or applications for inclusion of required information with State and local codes and regulations, and input pertinent information into an automated permitting system; and supports other administrative related tasks. 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Direct supervision from Senior Development Services Technician or Chief Building Official.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Works indoors, outdoors (infrequently), exposure to slippery or uneven walking surfaces (infrequently), using computer monitor, works around others, works alone, works with others.  Lift and/or move plans of various size and weight

Essential Job Duties

• Assists the general public at the Permit & Welcome Center, by phone, email or via the electronic permitting system regarding all permitting requirements, plan check and plan review process, permit filing procedures and processing, and permit status.
• Reviews plans for completeness and for conformance with ordinances and Development Services standards, policies and guidelines.
• Reviews plans for conditions of prior approval and tracks plan check timelines.
• Routes plans to other Town departments, divisions, and outside agencies for review.
• Creates and maintains informational flyers and brochures.
• Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other Town employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Advise and assist the public on routine matters related to all permitting procedures, zoning regulations, business licenses, encroachment permits and public records.
• Review all applications and drawings for compliance with zoning requirements and other ordinances and determine the need for approval by other agencies.
• Confer with property owners regarding the feasibility of an application.
• Receive applications, check for completeness, enter computer data, calculate permits fees, issue receipts, log and route necessary plans for plan checking.
• Calculate and assess impact fees for other outside agencies.
• Process business license applications. 
• Research public records requests forms for all departments and furnish information to the public.
• Receive and account for daily monies received for all counter transactions.
• Maintain utility meter release log and notify utility company for service releases.
• Sort and distribute all incoming & outgoing mail town wide, maintain postage machine and account.
• Maintain filing systems and data entry for permitting processes and software.
• Receive and route daily phone calls from the public for the organization.
• Preform basic fee calculations using construction valuation table and calculating floor areas.
• Perform minor over the counter plan reviews.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Understanding of Municipal Permit Center procedures and guidelines;
• Ability to read and scale construction drawings to determine feasibility to initiate the plan check and plan review process;
• Understanding of planning entitlements, engineering and transportation application processes;
• Knowledge of processes utilized to issue building permits;
• Ability to read a variety of land use, topographic, parcel, and zoning maps;
• Experience and competency in data processing systems including Microsoft application suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), permitting systems (EnerGov), Metro Scan, Laser Fiche and geographic information systems;
• Operate assigned office equipment and machines, including mail postage machine, copier and fax machines, etc.
• Ability to disseminate zoning codes and simple building codes to the public at the Permit Center and on the telephone.

Ability to:

• Understand the organization and operations of the Town and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities;
• Principles and practices of quality customer service, including the ability to work with a wide variety of individuals in a tactful and effective manner;
• Appropriate usage of the English language in both oral and written form and with minimum supervision,
• On a continuous basis, sit at a desk and/or stand at a Permit Center for long periods of time;
• Intermittently twist and reach office equipment;
• Write and use keyboard to communicate through written means;
• Organize duties and determine priorities in order to meet assigned deadlines;
• Establish and maintain complex and extensive records and files;
• Ability to accurately perform moderate arithmetic computations;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during the course of work.

Candidates must possess the physical and mental capacity to work under the conditions described in this document and to perform the duties required by their assigned position.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying.

Experience:

Two years of related experience involving extensive public contact with at least one year of experience in the processing and issuance of building permits and/or planning permits.

Education:

Graduation from high school or its equivalent and a minimum of 2 years paid experience performing typical tasks of this position; or completion of two years college with emphasis in building, planning, engineering, architecture, or related field and six months work experience in related field.  Possess or obtain within one (1) year of employment, an ICC certificate as a Permit Technician.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

Certification as an ICC Permit Technician is desirable.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Click here to review the Town of Danville's employee benefits for 2019.

THE COMMUNITY

Located approximately 40 miles east of San Francisco, Danville is located in the center of the San Ramon Valley. Comprising 20 square miles at the foot of Mount Diablo, Danville features quality housing, a progressive educational system, and a historic downtown village. Danville's current population is 43,574 (1/10). The San Ramon Valley, part of the growing I-680 corridor, has become a popular location for professional and retail complexes, light industry as well as convenient, yet secluded, living.

RECRUITMENT CONTACT

Qiana London, Human Resources Analyst

Contact Phone: (925) 314-3356

Contact Email: qlondon@danville.ca.gov

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 deadline to apply for this position is February 5, 2019 at 5:00 PM

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.

Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is comprised of over 63,000 acres of land and 26 open space preserves protected for public enjoyment. In 2014, with broad public support, the District secured $300 million dollars of bond capacity with the passing of Measure AA, a mandate for Midpen to continue to pursue our mission to acquire and preserve open space land and protect and restore the natural environment in a regional green-belt system near Silicon Valley in the San Francisco Bay Area. To learn more about the District, visit our website, OpenSpace.org, and view our “Working for Midpen” video on our Jobs page

About the Position:  The Farm Maintenance Worker performs general maintenance and construction tasks at Deer Hollow Farm in the Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve. Deer Hollow Farm is an educational, working farm with cows, pigs, goats, sheep, chickens, and other livestock.  Duties include performing maintenance and construction tasks using hand and power tools, operating and maintaining Farm vehicles, and assistance with daily Farm operations. The Farm Maintenance Worker will also assist with animal husbandry; greet visitors and provide information to the public; and work with volunteers on Farm-related projects. For additional information, please see the job description on the District website.

Work Environment:  Required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Must have the ability to foster positive and effective relationships with the public, volunteers, and staff. Experience working with volunteers is highly preferred.

Employees work in the field and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, hazardous physical substances and fumes, and poison oak. Depending on the exposure, employee is required to wear head, hearing, eye, foot, face, hand, and full protection equipment. May also involve exposure to wild, and/or dangerous animals. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb to perform work and inspect work sites. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 75 pounds, or heavier weights, with the use of proper equipment.

Education and 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 the twelfth (12th) grade supplemented by college-level coursework in facilities management, construction project management, or a related field, and three (3) years of experience in construction, maintenance, and/or repair of farm properties and related facilities and caring for farm animals.

Licenses & Certifications Required:   

• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, Basic First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification within six (6) months of employment.

Benefits:   The Open Space District provides an excellent benefits package including health, life & disability insurance as well as CalPERS pension. Please see the Benefits page of the District website for details.

How to Apply: Open until filled with first review of applications on February 21, 2019. Apply online via CalOpps.org.  The following four application items are required in order to be considered for the position: (1) CalOpps Employment application (2) Letter of Interest in the position (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 interviews.

Recruitment Timeline: We suggest planning your calendar accordingly, as these are the only interview dates:

First Interview: Friday, March 1, 2019

Skills Test: Tuesday, March 5, 2019

Final Interview: Tuesday, March 12, 2019

Estimated Start: May 2019

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The City of Redwood City invites you to apply for the position of LANDSCAPE GARDENER.  The incumbent will perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled gardening and turf maintenance duties in a team-based environment.  The Landscape Gardener will be involved in the development, maintenance and repair of landscaped areas and will operate a variety of landscape maintenance equipment. 

The ideal candidate will embrace the City’s emphasis on excellent customer service, will be detail oriented and able to manage multiple tasks; will use initiative and independent judgement; will be a team player who likes working with a variety of City staff and the public; and will have a good sense of humor.

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

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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. The Open Space District 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 the District 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 District lands, operating mechanical equipment such as chainsaws, power pruners and mowers. Additional duties include cleanup and routine maintenance on District 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 999 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. The District’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: January 30, 2019 at 5:00 pm

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 11 & 12, 2019. *Reference Check – Week of February 18, 2019 *Fingerprinting – Week of February 25, 2019 *Pre-employment Physical – Week of March 4, 2019 *Start Date – April 2019 (full time schedule)

The City of Lincoln invites your interest in the position of Planning Manager.  With plans to develop over 17,000 residential dwelling units and over 5 million sq. ft. of commercial development, the City is poised to again become one of the fastest growing Cities.  We invite you to bring your experience and talents to assist the City in its venture to continually make Lincoln a City of Opportunity.
 

To be considered for this opportunity, you must submit an application and supplemental questionnaire, and attach your resume and cover letter.  Please read the job announcement, job description, benefits and other available links.  If you have any questions regarding the recruitment, feel free to contact us.
 

NOTE: This recruitment schedule was amended on January 14, 2019 to extend the closing date. Final Closing Date will be January 28, 2019. Please see the updated tentative recruitment schedule below.

The County of San Mateo's Code Compliance Unit in the Department of Planning and Building is seeking a transformative leader with experience in relationship building, mentorship, and succession planning.  As a role model, the Senior Code Compliance Officer will encourage staff to excel and be proud of the unit's accomplishments.  He or she will assist in the effort to support the unincorporated areas of San Mateo County using a customer-focused educational approach with sensitivity and compassion.  Currently, one full time permanent position is available.

The County of San Mateo
The County of San Mateo is located on a scenic peninsula between San Francisco and the Silicon Valley, offering a wide range of recreational pursuits, economic opportunities and numerous attractions. The 700,000 residents of the County enjoy a diverse, multi-cultural citizenry, cosmopolitan ambiance, temperate climate, clean air, rural open space, and a geographical location in the heart of the San Francisco peninsula.

The Code Compliance Unit
The Code Compliance Unit is well regarded for its efforts to maintain and improve the quality of life in the North Fair Oaks Neighborhood of unincorporated Redwood City.  In recent years, staff is proud of instituting several significant changes to expand and improve services offered, including the installation of cameras to help eliminate dumping, the adoption of strong remedies for illegal dumping and a tenant relocation program where landlords can be mandated to pay for relocation when tenants are displaced due to code violations. Additionally, the well-rounded diverse cohesive team is responsible for handling complaints ranging from planning, building and land use codes.  The types of complaints received, include, but are not limited to, unpermitted construction, unsafe living conditions, hoarding, and illegal dumping.

Opportunities and Challenges
The new Senior Code Compliance Officer will have the unique opportunity to address many challenges including:

• Developing leadership practices that support staff in development, recommend improvements to policies and procedures and receive the support needed to carry out and be positively engaged in their work on behalf of the people of North Fair Oaks.
• Continuing to deepen the organization's effectiveness by improving civic awareness and participation thru education and community outreach.
• Continuing to promote the role of the people that live, work and play in North Fair Oaks.
• Working in a highly visible and collaborative role in partnership with the County Manager's office, the Board of Supervisors, Planning, Building, Fire, Environmental Health, and the Sheriff's Office, and others as needed.
• Partner with other community leaders, other public agencies, residents and county departments in the planning and problem-solving related to the needs expressed by the residents of North Fair Oaks.
• Report to the Code Compliance Manager and provide vision, team leadership, relationship building and mentorship to a staff of two or more.
• Create and implement community events, including a neighborhood cleanup project.

As a role model, the Senior Code Compliance Officer will encourage staff to excel and be proud of the section's accomplishments.  He or she will assist in the effort to support the unincorporated areas of San Mateo County using a customer-focused educational approach with sensitivity and compassion.  Currently, one full time permanent position is available.

This position will serve and lead the compliance efforts in the North Fair Oaks Community.  North Fair Oaks is a vibrant, diverse community in the unincorporated area of San Mateo County.  The Code Compliance Division works cooperatively with The County's Office of Community Affairs to partner with residents, businesses and community members to enhance the quality of life for those who live and work in the community. The Senior Code Compliance Officer assigned to this area will be vital to the program's success, and may be required to work night and weekend shifts. 

QUALIFICATIONS 
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 two years of experience in a position involving policy or procedural compliance in a public service atmosphere.

Knowledge of: Supervisory principles and practices; local and state laws, ordinances and codes regulating building construction, zoning, health and fire safety; safety and fire prevention methods; research and statistical methods and sources of data; mathematical principles, tools and practices; techniques, symbols, and language used in planning, drafting, and mapping.

Skill/Ability to: Mentor and develop a high functioning team, organize and facilitate public meetings; develop and implement a wide range of technical and administrative policies, practices and procedures; conduct research including gathering, interpreting and presenting data; reach conclusions, develop defensible recommendations and formulate feasible policy and procedures; supervise staff effectively; interpret and appropriately apply laws, codes and regulations; negotiate and obtain agreements; work independently and as a member of a professional and technical team; coordinate an enforcement program or public service function; recognize the key importance of customers and their unique situations in problem resolution and information giving situations; work cooperatively and effectively with the public and co-workers; produce comprehensive, clear and concise reports, memos, letters and staff reports which are accurately researched, focused on essential information, reflect an appropriate level of analysis, and demonstrate objectivity; explain policy and procedures to the public and staff; type and perform general data entry functions. 

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION 
Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help/term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination. 

A supplemental application form must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. The examination process will consist of an application screening based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening (weight: pass/fail) will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense. 

 ~ TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE ~
Final Filing Date:  January 28, 2019 by 11:59 pm
Screening: Week of January 28, 2019
Panel Interviews: February 13, 2019 

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply.

At the County of San Mateo, we take pride in the way our employees bring together their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to serve our community's needs. The County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Analyst: Lucy Fung (12202018) (Senior Code Compliance Officer - Exempt R006)

The City of Sunnyvale is seeking a Senior Planner. Under the general direction of the Assistant Director of Community Development or Planning Officer, performs, plans, directs and supervises professional planning activities of the Planning Division within the Community Development Department; including a variety of complex technical planning activities relative to an assigned area of responsibility; and performs related work as required.

The Senior Planner classification is the advanced journey-level in the Planner series. Incumbents assigned to this classification are responsible for more complex projects and planning project management. This position differs from the lower-level classification of Associate Planner in that the lower class performs more routine planner duties. The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package. A complete application consists of a City application and responses to the required supplemental questions.  The position opens on Thursday, December 20, 2018 and final filing date is Monday, January 28, 2019 at 5:00 pm. For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: www.sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on City jobs.

Salary: $98,106.11 - $125,211.22 Annually