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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.   

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.

Grants Program Manager

Pay Range/Annual: $89,981 - $112,375 (plus full benefits including CalPERS pension)

Application Deadline: February 17, 2020 at 5:00 p.m.

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If you are a bright, curious and energetic professional with a passion for protecting and preserving the environment and proven experience in grant program management, the Grants Program Manager opportunity at Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is an excellent opportunity for your next career move!

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

About the Position:  The District’s Grants Program has been in place since 2017, with a primary focus on augmenting internal funding with state and local sources. The Grants Program Manager is part of a two-person team, currently managing about $8 million in grant revenue. The Grants Program Manager is responsible for managing and scaling the Program; primary functions include finding, evaluating, and applying for grant opportunities, advancing the District’s funding interests through state advocacy, and ongoing compliance and administration of grant funding already received.

Further, the Grants Program Manager oversees ongoing program administration, including development and management of grant-related systems, processes, maintains a program budget, and manages program contracts. In addition, the Grants Program also manages a $250,000 grantmaking program to support local non-profit and government organizations that align with the District’s mission. The Grants Program Manager is responsible for coordinating and administering this program with support from the rest of the organization.

This position offers the opportunity to advance your professional grant program management skills while you work with an innovative, highly skilled and growing workforce. The ideal candidate will be an organized, analytical, and strategic thinker who will cull grant making opportunities and match them to Midpen needs. He or she will also be a collaborative self-starter with excellent communication skills to represent Midpen with grantmakers, while simultaneously enjoying program administration and strategic program development. The Grants Program Manager will supervise a half-time Grants and Procurement Technician, who provides program-related support.

The Grants Program Manager works closely with Midpen departments to coordinate grant writing, compliance monitoring, and reporting functions. The position will also write Board reports to request approval for all aspects of grant applications and award processes, and provide presentations to senior management, the Board of Directors, Board Committees, and constituents at public meetings. Occasional field travel and trips to Sacramento are required. To learn more about this outstanding opportunity, visit our Job Descriptions page.

Work Environment:  The Grants Program Manager is part of the Administrative Services Department at the District’s offices in Los Altos, California, reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer/Director of Administrative Services. Presentations at public meetings will require travel to District outposts or other locations, which may require driving in remote areas on rough roads. Ideal candidates will be comfortable driving to and working in outpost offices and other locations, as well as the urban office location.

Education and Experience:  Any combination of training and years of work experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: 

Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business administration, non-profit management, natural resources, or a related field, and at least three (3) years of experience in grant writing, grant administration, and/or compliance monitoring for grant programs.

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

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

How to Apply: Apply online at CalOpps.org.  The application deadline is February 17, 2020 at 5:00 p.m.  CalOpps is unable to accept applications once the application window has closed.

Apply online via CalOpps.org. 

The following application items are required:

1. Fully completed CalOpps employment application* 

2. Cover letter 

3. Resume 

4. Supplemental question responses

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

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

Midpen is unable to accommodate individual schedules.

First Interview: February 25, 2020

Final Interview/Written Exercise at our Los Altos Office: February 28, 2020

Estimated Start Date: March/April 2020

Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation

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

Put your passion for Open Space to work!

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.

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)

For more information and to apply, please visit:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Cupertino

The Office of Mayor Sam Liccardo is seeking a visionary leader who is passionate about applying innovative technology to better serve the community and advance the Mayor's vision for San José. The person will lead a small but dynamic Technology and Innovation team that is responsible for carrying out the Mayor's Smart City vision.The following are examples of the types of duties that this position may be responsible for:

• Develop a comprehensive strategy, vision, and program for the Mayor's Office of Technology and Innovation as it enters 2020 and beyond with the Mayor
• Act as the public face for the Mayor's Office of Technology and Innovation as appropriate, including representing the city on major stages around the world, interacting with the press, and writing blogs and op-eds
• Advise the Mayor on major technology and innovation trends and develop strategies and programs to tackle these issues in San José
• Lead, manage and inspire the MOTI team including developing annual Objectives and Key Results (OKR) and work planning to ensure efficient delivery of the program.
• Manage all aspects of the MOTI portfolio including developing project priorities, driving public-private partnerships, managing communications and social media interfaces, and developing policy approaches
• Manage key donor relationships and fundraise as appropriate from corporate sponsors and foundations 
• Work with the policy team to develop state and national strategies working with our representatives in office to advance San Jose’s innovation mission
• Work directly with the City Manager’s Office of Civic Innovation and Digital Strategy, along with city departments, to ensure initiatives are implemented throughout City Hall
• Staff the Smart Cities and Service Improvement Committee to ensure broad oversight over smart cities initiatives
• Work with City Council members and staff the advance smart city initiatives
• Ensure continued implementation of existing projects to ensure they are completed on-time and on-budget
• Managing high-level advisory boards with technology executives from leading companies in Silicon Valley

This position will also be tasked with staffing the Mayor at relevant meetings and events, requiring availability on evenings and weekends. As exempt management employees, this position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
 
Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate's qualifications and experience.
  
 
   
   

This recruitment process will automatically close on Sunday, February 2, 2020.  

The Dixon Fire Department offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for volunteer applicants pursuing a career in fire safety.  Volunteer Firefighters are responsible for a wide variety of fire services including:  emergency medical aid, emergency rescue and all other suppression and prevention activities in protecting life and property.

Employment Processing: Along with a job related assessment process, those selected may be subject to a medical exam including drug screen, fingerprinting through the California Department of Justice and a background investigation; and in accordance with Federal law, are able to provide proof of identity and proof that they may legally work in the United States.  It is the policy of the City of Dixon to practice fair and equal employment under the law.

Veteran's Preference Points: Veteran's Preference points will be applied. A copy of the DD214 form must be filed at the time of application.

The City of Dixon is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / FEDERAL AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. 

Reasonable accommodation in the application, examination and selection process will be made upon request by calling (707) 678-7000.

The City of Redwood City invites applications for the volunteer position of Reserve Police Officer. The Redwood City Police Department offers many opportunities for learning and long-term career growth in a city comprised of diverse residential and business communities. The objective for every Redwood City Officer is to protect life and property, proactively reduce crime and the fear of crime through the use of data-driven policing models, with an overarching operational philosophy of community policing as part of their mission to maintain a safe and connected community. The Redwood City Police Department is looking for volunteers who strive to provide “excellent service with integrity and respect”.  Reserve Police Officers work on a voluntary basis, serving a minimum of 20 hours per month.  The Redwood City Police Department is seeking applicants who demonstrate the drive, desire and ability to function as a Reserve Police Officer with minimal supervision. Reserve Officers will work under the direct supervision of a Police Supervisor, Field Training Officer or full time Police Officer. Exceptional candidates (with P.O.S.T. Level One certification) may be given the opportunity to function as a solo officer in certain incidences.

Vision for the future

The Redwood City Police Department strives to be a standard-bearer for the law enforcement profession. We seek to develop and utilize the members of our organization to their fullest potential and encourage their professional growth. As a progressive police department, we seek to attract officers with a broad spectrum of experience and education that will help us deliver superior police services to the valued members of our community. We recognize that excellent customer service, community partnerships and responsiveness to our communities’ needs are the foundation of superior police service.

An application, supplemental questionnaire, resume, and California P.O.S.T. Basic Police Academy Module II course completion certificate are required.  Please upload your resume, work sample test battery results, and P.O.S.T. Certificate(s) as one attachment to your CalOpps application. 

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

THE POSITION

The Recreation Manager serves as a division head under general administrative direction and supervision to provide highly responsible and complex administrative support with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment; implements general policy directives; manages division budgets; creates print and digital promotional materials; develops, markets, implements, and coordinates various project and program activities for City recreational and cultural events, and related services. Responsibilities will require occasional work schedule variations beyond regular business hours to accommodate evening and weekend events and activities. The salaried management classification distinguishes the greater complexity of the responsibilities and the greater independence obligated of the position.

This is a single-position management classification reporting to the City Administrator, or designee. The position has management responsibility to develop, implement, market and coordinate City recreation program activities and community events, provide oversight of the senior center recreation facility, provide guidance and assistance to event activities of outside organizations, and perform a variety of technical and routine duties that require a broad working knowledge of local government, recreation, event facilitation, and promotion processes.

PREREQUISITE EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge, skill and ability is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain knowledge, skill and ability would be:

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Parks and Recreation, Physical Education, Public Administration, or a closely related field is required.
• Three to four years of management and administrative experience in a public or quasi-public agency recreation program, with increasingly responsible experience in the development of community recreation programs, events and services.
• Municipal government experience, or similar, is preferred.

Licenses, Registrations and Accreditations, etc.

• Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Driver License.
• Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP), and/or Certified Park and Recreation Executive (CPRE), is preferred, but not required.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised

• May lead and train full time and part time personnel.
• May lead and train volunteers of varying capabilities.
• Have the ability to train others.