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Now Hiring Full-time, Temporary Watershed Aides!

Open until Filled ~Posted on 12/2/2021~               

Apply Immediately.  The recruitment may be closed at any time.

The Water District is offering an opportunity to work on the Mt. Tamalpais watershed while earning valuable work experience working with a community oriented organization that is committed to contributing to the well-being of the environment!

Salary Range $22.00 – $25.39 per hour

Positions are all for full-time (40 hours per week), temporary Watershed Aides for terms of just under six (6) months in duration.

The days and hours worked also vary by position and need.

The current needs are:

Two (2) Watershed Aides in the area of Watershed Maintenance.  The assignment is for just under six (6) months. The work shift is Monday through Friday 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  Anticipated Start Date February/March 2022.

One (1) Watershed Aide in the area of Watershed Protection/Ranger Aide.  This assignment is for just under six (6) months.  The work shift includes both Saturdays and Sundays, with two weekday days off and hours worked to be determined, and may include holidays and shift changes. Anticipated Start Date January 2022.

Two (2) Watershed Aides in the area of Vegetation Management. The assignment is for just under six (6) months. The work shift is Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and may include weekends, holidays and shift changes. Anticipated Start Date February /March 2022.

Apply immediately for consideration.

These are unrepresented (i.e., non-union), seasonal positions.  Incumbents are expected to work a flexible schedule, which may include weekends and holidays.  Job duties may include physical labor, maintenance, technical, scientific, educational and clerical assignments.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Tasks within the area of assignment may include, but are not limited to, the duties listed below. In addition to the listed duties, each employee assigned to this classification may perform additional duties pertinent to the area of assignment.

WATERSHED MAINTENANCE

• Assists regular staff with the maintenance and restoration of watershed lands;
• Maintains watershed trails and assists staff with installing bridge structures
• constructs or maintains fuel breaks;
• removes exotic plant species and plants native vegetation;
• constructs fish habitat improvement;
• installs erosion control structures;
• may work on a crew preparing for and conducting prescribed burns;
• supports heavy equipment operation and maintenance used in vegetation management;
• maintains radio communications with field staff;
• follows safe work practices and observes safety rules and precautions to ensure a safe work environment;
• drives light trucks to and from various locations throughout the watershed to conduct District business;
• operates construction equipment and a variety of hand and power tools in the maintenance of watershed lands and facilities; and
• performs other duties as assigned.

WATERSHED PROTECTION/RANGER AIDE

• Maintains security of radio, materials, and supplies;
• maintains radio communications with field staff and assists watershed personnel as requested;
• performs administrative tasks including transporting cash and receipts downtown;
• inspects park facilities for cleanliness and empties trash containers, refills dispensers and cleans restroom facilities as needed;
• assists with patrol of areas to aid visitors and prevent vandalism and misuse;
• assists in interpretation of  laws, ordinances, rules and regulations;
• may enforce parking regulations;
• may administer first aid as directed or consistent with level of training;
• maintains signs, roads, trails and recreation areas including picking up trash;
• follows safe work practices and observes safety rules and precautions to ensure a safe work environment;
• drives light trucks to and from various locations throughout the watershed to conduct District business;
• operates construction equipment and a variety of hand and power tools in the maintenance of watershed lands and facilities; and
• educates and assists the public by answering questions regarding the watershed.

VEGETATION MANAGEMENT

The assignment is about 75% field work. This is primarily navigating safely to known invasive species locations, correctly identifying the relevant plant, using a handheld electronic device to update the mapping and assessment, and manually removing the invasive. Follow up office work includes ensuring all digital records are accurate and complete. Strong candidates will have a proven track record of working safely outdoors, have some experience with plant ID and invasives removal, are capable of clear communication of questions and observations, have a strong work ethic, and courteous communication with the recreating public. Coursework or a degree in ecology or related fields is desirable, and candidates with an interest in pursuing a career in natural resources management are encouraged to apply. Watershed Aides may direct interns or volunteers and may provide oversight to contractors. Watershed Aides may also assist with other projects such as: on-going restoration projects, vegetation surveys, research data collection and entry, and rare plant mapping. One of the positions may be filled at a crew leader level.

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CITY OF PACIFICA

IS OFFERING AN EXCITING OPPORTUNITY AS A

RECREATION COORDINATOR

The City of Pacifica is seeking an individual as its next Recreation Coordinator. This is a fulltime, fully benefitted position with the Recreation Division of the Parks, Beaches & Recreation Department. Details follow below! This recruitment closes on December 17, 2021 at 5:00PM or upon receipt of the first 75 qualified applicants.  

DEFINITION

Under direct supervision of the Recreation Supervisor, the recreation coordinator assists in the development, supervision and evaluation of a wide range of recreation programs for various age groups; organizes and conducts special events; oversees volunteers and part-time staff; has responsibility for assigned portions of the Assistant Recreation Supervisor program responsibilities; and does other related work as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION REQUIREMENTS

The Recreation Coordinator must have the ability to:

• Possess excellent written and oral communication skills in order to generate reports, maintain records, and provide written employee evaluations;
• Work independently and within teams;
• Work some evenings and weekends;
• Use word processing and spreadsheet software, as well as being able to keep accurate records, maintain program budgets, complete city paperwork, and communicate with a variety of agencies, vendors, community groups, and members of the public.
• Maintain facilities and equipment used in its programs;
• Travel to different sites and locations.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Organizes, and directs the work of subordinates in developing and implementing broad and diversified recreation programs service to meet community needs;
• Maintains appropriate budgetary controls; responsible for a variety of programs; plans and implements training and supervision of part-time staff; handles the promotion of programs including but not limited to communication with local publications, online media, the City's web site, and social media platforms;
• Responsible for a variety of youth and adult programs including special events;
• Assists with programming, coordination, and scheduling the Community Center and youth activities;
• Work alone, as well as work well with others.

SPECIAL DUTIES

Recreation coordinator positions will be assigned to one or more of the following positions: community sports, aquatics; special events; the Community Center, elementary aged recreation; teens; class registrations and the department activity guide; community rentals and facilities; administration.

Experience and Training Guidelines:

Any combination equivalent to experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:

Possession of a BA/BS degree in recreation or related field and one year of professional recreation work experience. Basic computer skills needed for reports & recordkeeping. Proficiency in Microsoft Word a must and Excel skills desired. Proficiency in recreation (scheduling and class registration) software such as Activenet highly desired.

REQUIRED LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Must possess and maintain a valid California Driver’s License. Ability to obtain American Red Cross First Aid certificate and CPR Adult, Child and Infant CPR within one year of employment.

OTHER WORK REQUIREMENTS

Physical Skills: Ability to sit, stand, walk, run, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, twist, climb; lift and carry 50 pounds; use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.

Work Environment: Work in an indoor and outdoor environment; exposure to noise and confining workspaces.

Ability To: Travel to different sites and locations; drive safely to different sites and locations; maintain a safe driving record; maintain a neat and clean appearance. Some positions must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Recruitment closes on Friday, December 17, 2021 at 5:00PM or upon receipt of the first 75 qualified applicants, whichever occurs first. The completion of a City of Pacifica application is required, and a resume is not accepted in lieu of an application. The most highly qualified candidates will be invited to an oral panel interview that may include a practical exercise tentatively scheduled the week of December 27, 2021. The selected candidate must be able to pass the final phases of the hiring process that include providing documentation validating the right to work in the United States, pass a background investigation that includes fingerprinting and reference checking.

Information contained herein subject to change without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract or offer of employment. The City of Pacifica does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, age, sex, disability or sexual orientation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Pacifica is a beautiful coastal community, just south of San Francisco with an exciting opportunity!

The Parks, Beaches and Recreation Department has an opening for a motivated professional with excellent organizational skills to join our team as Community Services Coordinator. 

The City of Pacifica works closely with the community and citizens, providing quality service. We take pride in offering excellent community service while remaining adaptable and responsive to our residents' needs and expectations.

The Community Services Coordinator, under the direction of the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Manager, plans, organizes, publicizes, coordinates and administers the Meals on Wheels program and organizes and conducts special events.  This position may oversee part-time staff and/or volunteers.

BASIC EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Plans, coordinates, fundraises, evaluates, organizes, implements or assists with a variety of community service programs including but not limited to: Meals on Wheels, Volunteer Program, Special Events, etc.
• Ensures compliance of standards and regulations for assigned programs, as required by Agency, Contracts, County, State, etc.
• Performs client assessments to determine eligibility for participation in Meals on Wheels program and other programs as required in both office and in environments that may be in substandard condition.
• Plans, organizes and directs meal routes, ensuring smooth delivery of meal services to clients.
• Provides information, referral and/or support services to eligible clients as needed within the organizations guidelines.
• Recommends alternatives for improving services as needed, considering factors such as cost/benefit and marketing analysis, availability of resources, safety of personnel and effects on operations and level of service; recommends or implements improvements as directed.
• Keep accurate records, maintain client databases, maintain program budgets, complete city paperwork and other administrative tasks.
• Communicate with a variety of agencies and customers, including, clients, family members, social workers, vendors, community groups, governmental and members of the public in a courteous and professional manner.
• Responds and resolves inquiries and concerns from the public, and escalates inquiries as needed.
• Schedules, assigns work, trains, and instructs assigned staff and volunteers.  Recruits, orients, evaluates, and recognizes contractors, staff, and volunteers.
• Creates, reviews, approves, and generates a variety of materials for marketing, informational, reporting, compliance or educational purposes.
• Serves as a Disaster Service Worker, as required.
• Perform related duties as needed.

The duties described in this job announcement are intended only as illustrations of the basic 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.

The City of San Mateo Community Development Department is Looking for a Housing and Neighborhood Services Manager

Why Join our Department?

You’ll be joining a team of dedicated and talented professionals that strive to provide the highest quality of service to the San Mateo community, in a dynamic, fast paced, collaborative, innovative, and goal-oriented work environment.  This is an excellent opportunity for a forward-thinking compassionate, professional who values civic engagement, leadership, accountability, and mentorship, and is eager to accept and take on new challenges in their career.

The Community Development Department, also known as CDD, is organized into four divisions — Building, Code Enforcement, Housing, and Planning.  CDD has broad responsibilities including, but not limited to, long-range planning, review of applications for new developments, implementation of the City’s housing programs, and maintenance of neighborhoods.  The Housing and Neighborhood Services Manager will work alongside a team of focused and highly motivated professionals who work closely with the public, City officials, and personnel from other City departments and organizations/agencies.  The Housing and Neighborhood Services Manager serves as a leader, facilitator, mentor, coach, and collaborator within CDD, the City of San Mateo, and the community at large.

Look to some of the reasons why the City of San Mateo is a great place to work: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_GTIzeSpc_g

The Position

The Housing and Neighborhood Services Manager organizes, plans, leads, facilitates, and directs the use of the City’s Housing Division including housing and community development funds, policies and related housing development and rehabilitation services; supervises and coordinates current and long-range housing programs and policies and provides leadership and recommendations on innovative housing initiatives, projects and programs; collaborates and coordinates activities with other City departments and outside partner agencies; and provides complex staff assistance to the Director of Community Development and other city leaders.  The position exercises direct or indirect supervision over professional, technical, and administrative support staff in the Housing Division.  The Housing and Neighborhood Services Manager receives general direction from the Community Development Director and/or Deputy Community Development Director and works collaboratively with other division managers within CDD.  One of the primary near term responsibilities will be leading the community through its Housing Element update and collaborating with Planning staff on the City’s General Plan Update.

For a complete list of duties, reference our job specifications at https://www.cityofsanmateo.org/DocumentCenter/Home/Index/86

The City of Gilroy is recruiting for part-time Recreation Leaders II/III assigned to the Gilroy Youth Center or Facility Attendant duties. The main goal of the City of Gilroy’s Recreation Department is to offer excellent recreation programs that provide community members with a wide range of opportunities to celebrate life and community through people, parks, programs, and special events which are delivered by a team of employees dedicated to offering quality recreational, social, and cultural services to all Gilroy residents.

Under direct supervision of a Recreation Coordinator or Recreation Specialist and indirect supervision of a Recreation Supervisor, the Recreation Leader II/III will assist, plan, organize, and lead the physical, recreational, and social activities of assigned recreation programs. Program areas include, but are not limited to, Adaptive (Special Needs), Adult, and/or Youth sports, After School Program, Cultural Arts, Facility Attendant, Senior Center, Special Events, Summer Camps, and Youth Center/ Youth Services.

When assigned to Youth Services, the position provides an opportunity to gain experience running recreation programs, communicating with parents, and serving as a role model for high-risk youth, gang prone or involved youth.  When assigned as a Facility Attendant, the position provides an opportunity to provide excellent customer service, support the facility rental program, and work interpedently. As related experience is gained as noted in the job qualifications and requirements, and with the recommendation in the employee’s performance evaluation, Recreation Leaders can advance from Recreation Leader II to Recreation Leader III.  As the employee advances through the job series the employee will take on more responsibility and more challenging work assignments.

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

APPLICATION DEADLINE: TUESDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2021 AT 5:00 P.M. OR UPON RECEIPT OF THE FIRST 50 ONLINE APPLICATIONS, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.

THE CITY OFFERS AN ATTRACTIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE, AS WELL AS CALPERS RETIREMENT PLAN AND SOCIAL SECURITY PARTICIPATION.

The City of South San Francisco is a General Law city with a population of 66,185 residents that grows to 110,000 during business hours. South San Francisco is strategically located on the west shore of the San Francisco Bay, in northern San Mateo County, 10 miles south of San Francisco. This City is also located along the Bay Area's main transportation routes, including 101, 280, Caltrain, BART, San Francisco Bay Ferry, and the San Francisco International Airport.

The City of South San Francisco is a full-service city with 12 City Departments including 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 460 full-time regular employees.

The City of South San Francisco proudly remains The Industrial City, a reflection of its steel mill and ship building past.  In recent years, the City has been redefined to reflect the innovative, entrepreneurial and industrious spirit, which has made South San Francisco the Biotech Capital of the World.

South San Francisco’s biotechnology cluster is the largest in the world, with roughly 45,000 life science workers, 200 biotech companies, and over 12 million square feet of office/R&D facilities – with an additional 9 million square feet of new R&D facilities in the development pipeline. 

South San Francisco enjoys a high quality of life with an extensive public parks system, active library and learning programming and a dynamic, engaged community making South San Francisco a great place to live, learn, work and play. 

THE DEPARTMENT
The Department of Economic and Community Development is responsible for the preservation and improvement of the physical and economic conditions of the South San Francisco Community. The Department provides the administrative oversight that contributes to the successful completion of the goals, objectives, and daily operations of the Divisions of Economic Development and Housing, Building, and Planning. The Planning Division develops long-range planning policies and processes current applications for new development to promote compliance with the City’s Zoning Ordinance and development standards. The division is also responsible for administering the General Plan, Zoning Ordinance, reviewing planning entitlement applications, managing the City’s Transportation Demand Management program, promoting high-quality urban design and developments, and collaborating on fostering careful consideration of historic structures and resources.

THE POSITION

Under general direction, the Associate Planner performs professional-level tasks related to municipal planning, zoning, and environmental analysis; researches and analyzes a variety of planning data; prepares various studies and recommendations; prepares and reviews environmental documents; reviews development proposals, building plans, permits, and parcel maps; works with developers, architects, attorneys, and the public regarding City standards and policies; may serve as staff to various Boards and/or Commissions; and does related work as required. This classification is an experienced professional-level planning position. With the requisite experience, the incumbent can independently assume responsibility for more complex projects and specialized assignments. This position differs from the Senior Planner position in that the Associate Planner position requires performance of more routine and less complex planning activities and does not have supervisory responsibility.

Temporary Position, 1 Opening

OPEN TO ALL APPLICANTS

Salary:  $5,914.00/month

Posted 11/22/2021

Filing Deadline:  Wednesday, 12/8/2021 by 4:30 p.m. for manual submissions; by 5:00 p.m. for online submissions

Position Overview

Marin Water has one, full-time temporary (up to 24 months) Engineering Aide position open in the Water Efficiency Department of the Engineering Division. Interested persons must submit a completed District application and supplemental questionnaire responses by the filing deadline.

Definition

Under general supervision, performs a variety of field and office work in support of water conservation/water efficiency-related activities as required.  The position will play a key role enforcing mandatory water conservation requirements by conducting neighborhood patrols and issuing notifications for water waste offenses. The position will also assist with other water efficiency projects, as needed, including but not limited to contacting customers by phone, email and in-person, distributing supplies, staffing informational booths at community events, performing field inspections to verify product installations and making landscape measurements. Work hours are anticipated to be Monday through Friday 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. but some weekend, early morning or late evening shifts may be required, so flexibility is a must.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This is the entry-level class in the engineering support series.  Incumbents perform a variety of routine engineering division support tasks.   

Examples of Duties

Typical duties may include, but are not limited to the following.  Depending upon assignment, employees may not perform each of the listed duties.

• Performs routine calculations and analysis, and maintains and updates a variety of water supply and water distribution system records, charts and maps.
• Provides information over the counter or by telephone on District water service regulations and procedures.
• Prepares a variety of records, reports, and correspondence related to District water service and facilities including water availability and fee calculation for residential and commercial projects.
• Gathers information.
• Prepares record-related drawings and field sketches.
• Performs basic queries and creates simple reports using a geographic information systems and other database, spreadsheet, and word processing software.

The Kitchen Aide (Part-Time) is a FLSA Non-Exempt classification and works under the general supervision of the Nutrition Site Supervisor. The position requires providing assistance to the Nutrition Site Supervisor in order to meet the needs of Seniors / Older Adults and Persons with Disabilities. The position will provide food-service support, help maintain the kitchen, and assist in administering required regulatory records.

OPEN TO ALL APPLICANTS

Salary:   $7,390 - $8,860/month

OPEN UNTIL FILLED  - APPLY IMMEDIATELY

APPLY BY 12/17/21 FOR FIRST CONSIDERATION              

Posted: 11/22/2021

Position Overview

The Water Systems Operations Department of the Operations Division is recruiting for one regular, full-time Distribution Systems Operator.  Under general supervision, monitors, inspects, adjusts and performs maintenance tasks at the District's SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) control room and other water distribution facilities; performs radio and telephone dispatch for District personnel and consumers; and performs related work as required.  Interested persons must submit a completed District application and supplemental questionnaire responses to the Human Resources Department as soon as possible as this position is "open until filled" and may close at any time. For first consideration, apply by 12/17/2021.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This is the journey-level class in which incumbents are expected to handle complex problems associated with the daily operation of the water distribution system and assist with the training of new Water Distribution Operators.  As a condition of employment, employees in Distribution System Operator positions are required to pursue the training and education necessary to maintain a current Grade 3 Water Distribution System Operator certification issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB).

Examples of Duties

Typical duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Operates and monitors the water system using a modern SCADA system;
• analyzes data obtained from the SCADA system in order to correct abnormal conditions in the water system;
• performs routine maintenance to SCADA system peripherals, such as changing printer paper, ribbons or cartridges;
• uses both hard copy maps and computerized GIS (Geographic Information Systems) data to analyze and correct system problems;
• receives and analyzes consumer and system problems, dispatches the appropriate District personnel;
• operates a computer based radio/telephone communication console;
• maintains a computer based radio/telephone log and related computer programs;
• installs and operates emergency system bypass lines, regulator systems and pumping systems;
• performs inspections, adjustments and maintenance at water distribution facilities; and
• follows applicable safety rules and regulations.