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Join an agency committed to creating a healthy breathing environment for every Bay Area resident while protecting and improving public health, air quality, and the global climate!

The Bay Area Air Quality Management District (Air District) is a regional government agency, committed to achieving clean air to protect the public's health and the environment. The Air District accomplishes this goal through regulation of industrial facilities and various outreach and incentive programs designed to encourage clean air choices. The Air District's jurisdiction encompasses all of seven counties - Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara and Napa, and portions of two others - southwestern Solano and southern Sonoma.

At the Air District, we take pride in our commitment to fostering a workplace that values diversity and promotes cultural awareness. We prioritize employee engagement by providing a collaborative and inclusive environment that encourages active participation and open dialogue. Additionally, we believe in pay equity and strive to create an equitable compensation structure. With a strong emphasis on work-life balance, we understand the importance of supporting our employees' well-being both inside and outside the workplace. Join us in a dynamic and inclusive culture where your contributions are celebrated and your growth is nurtured.

The Air District is currently conducting an open recruitment for the position of Senior Air Quality Specialist for the Meteorology and Measurement Division (M&M). This is an open recruitment for one (1) full-time, represented position.

The Department of Public Works seeks well-qualified candidates for the position of Supervising Custodian.
 

About The Department
The Department of Public Works plans, designs, constructs, operates and maintains facilities and equipment that are safe and accessible to the clients of County agencies, the general public, and County employees. The Department advises the Board of Supervisors on all public works issues, including rates and charges for services that are fair to both the users and service providers. Public Works has a budget of approximately $300 million and is comprised of over 300 employees in five divisions: Administrative Services, Airports, Engineering and Resource Protection, Facility and Capital Projects, and Road Services. To learn more about the department visit: https://www.smcgov.org/publicworks.
 
The Position
In general, the Supervising Custodian is responsible for planning, assigning, monitoring, and evaluating the work of a group of custodians engaged in cleaning and general maintenance of County buildings, offices, institutions, and other facilities.
 
The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of recent custodial/janitorial experience in a large institution, including one year in a supervisory role. They should possess extensive technical knowledge of modern custodial equipment and cleaning methods, along with basic computer skills.

This ideal candidate also is an effective communicator who builds trust, motivates a cohesive team, and works alongside them to foster a results-driven attitude. They are a critical thinker who goes beyond routine tasks, maintains a meticulous approach to cleanliness, and ensures a professional environment. They take the initiative to address issues like dirty walls or door handles without being asked and inspire their team to do the same. Strong customer service skills and a warm, friendly demeanor are essential.
 
The current vacancy requires working an evening shift from 4:00 PM to 12:30 AM PST. There may be occasional weekend shifts as well.

IMPORTANT: Candidates will be required to complete an extensive security clearance package and undergo a thorough background check conducted by the County of San Mateo Sheriff's Office prior to hire. The selected candidate MUST BE cleared to work around detainees in a locked facility.

 

Examples Of Duties

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

• Supervise and direct the activities and staff involved in keeping buildings and facilities clean, orderly, sanitary, and safe.
• Plan, schedule, and assign work.
• Participate in the hiring of assigned staff; recommend selection for management approval.
• Train assigned staff on technical and safety related topics; ensure employees comply with safety practices and procedures.
• Evaluate employee performance, counsel employees, and effectively recommend disciplinary action and other personnel decisions.
• Determine work schedules and authorize leaves, ensuring the effective, efficient, and timely completion of work.
• Inspect assigned areas to review work in progress and report any necessary repairs or hazardous conditions to buildings or grounds for which responsible.
• Ensure and maintain building security for an assigned area and report suspicious conditions.
• Request, sign for, and receive delivery of materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Prepare reports and maintain records.
• Maintain adequate stock of supplies and equipment.
• Conduct periodic safety meetings for custodians supervised.
• Direct and assist in the preparation of rooms for meetings.
• May assist custodians in performing work as needed.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

License:

• Possession of and ability to maintain a valid California class C driver license or its equivalent.

• A typical way to qualify is three years of experience performing custodial/janitorial work.

• Supervisory principles and practices, including work planning, scheduling, review, evaluation, and employee training and discipline
• Cleaning methods, equipment, and supplies
• Proper methods for clean-up and disposal of hazardous wastes  

• Plan, assign, supervise, inspect, and evaluate the work of others
• Train others in safety and work procedures
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with others
• Learn and carry out departmental policies and procedures
• Bend, stand, and walk for extended periods of time
• Lift and carry equipment, materials, and supplies used in the course of work
• Work courteously and effectively with staff, co-workers, customers, and the public
• Perform minor maintenance work and repairs

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button above. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted in addition to the standard County employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required application materials. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.
 
TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Final Filing Date: Tuesday, October 1, 2024,  at 11:59 PM PST
Applicant Screening: Week of October 7, 2024
Panel Interviews: Week of October 21, 2024

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The City of Woodland offers a competitive total compensation package including:

• Starting income ranging from $6,371.12 to $8,756.55 per month based on skills and years of experience, with incremental pay increases.
• Robust Retirement Program including CalPERS defined benefit pension plan, Retirement Health Savings Plan & 457 Deferred Comp plans with a 3% City match
• Low-Cost & No-Cost Health Benefits, including choice of CalPERS Medical Plans, and City-paid Dental Insurance, Vision insurance and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Training & Career Development, including City-paid Professional Growth Incentive, City-provided training, and professional advancement opportunities
• Home-Life Balance, inclusive work environment and predictable work schedule, as well as paid holiday, vacation, sick and administrative leaves

POSITION

To plan, organize and manage all activities and programs for a specified division of library operations or services, to include the supervision, coordination, promotion and evaluation of division program.  The purpose of this recruitment is to fill an upcoming vacancy in the Woodland Public Library, as well as establish an eligibility list for future vacancies.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The Woodland Public Library is seeking a team-orientated, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking Library Program Manager to provide oversight, development, and implementation of programs and services primarily related to adult services with general library support. Successful candidates will be flexible, energetic, dedicated to customer service, positive, and excited to work in the community of Woodland. The position works in collaboration with the Library Director and divisional Library Program Managers to help the Library provide free and equitable access to information, and informative and dynamic programming.  The Ideal Candidate enjoys working with and developing relationships with the public, schools, and other City organizations.  The ability to speak and understand Spanish is highly desirable.

Library Program Manager I: This is the entry level class in the professional library series. Assignments are generally limited in scope and within the design and procedural framework established by the Library Services Director. However, as experience is acquired, the employee performs with increasing independence.

Library Program Manager II: This is the journey level class in the professional library series. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the lower class of Librarian Program Manager I, or when filled from the outside, require prior professional library work experience.  Appointment to the higher class requires that the employee be performing substantially the full range of duties for the class and meet the qualification standards for the class. Work in this class is distinguished from that of a Library Program Manager I by greater complexity of the assignments received and by greater independence with which an incumbent is expected to operate.

• Develops and interprets division policies.
• Coordinates program planning and service delivery for the division.
• Develops and conducts programs which reflect the guiding principles of the Library and public librarianship.
• Develops and monitors collection development plan for division collection. Supervises the
  collection development activities of other staff. Responsible for appearance and order of division collection.
• Supervises cataloging, classification, and processing of all library materials using ALA and LC principles and practices.
• Provides relevant training to professional staff, library technical assistants, pages, and volunteers.
• Supervises and participates in the evaluation and hiring of all division staff.
• Participates in near-term and long-range planning for the division, including budget forecasting.
• Coordinates staff review of programs, services and policies for evaluation and improvement.
• Researches and identifies future grant opportunities that align with the Library’s needs and goals, implements all stages of grant process from conception and writing to implementation, reporting, and evaluation.
• Coordinates program planning with school Librarians to ensure complementary services to students.
• Provides leadership in working relationships and communication, ensuring high productivity and quality public service; with other community agencies and city departments.
• Prepares materials to publicize the services and resources of the division.
  Evaluates the various programs to ensure success with the Community, and adjust the programs as needed.
• Prepares regular reports for the Library Services Director.
• Maintains awareness of trends in library services and of issues affecting services to a specific population. Attends meetings and participates in professional library organizations.
• Regular, predictable, consistent and timely attendance is an essential function of the position.
• Performs duties in other library divisions and participates in library special projects as needed.
• Supervises the entire library, including personnel and facilities, in the absence of the Library Services Director.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education
Library Program Manager I and II
Possession of a Master of Library Sciences Degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience

Library Program Manager I
One (1) year experience supervising staff and/or developing/managing programs.

Library Program Manager II
A minimum of four (4) years' responsible experience in a professional librarian capacity, including one (1) year in a supervisory capacity and one (1) year of managing programs.

APPLICATION

Apply with a City of Woodland application online at www.cityofwoodland.gov/employment or by visiting the Human Resources Office, City Hall, 300 First Street, Woodland, CA 95695 by 5PM on Monday, October 21, 2024 (or first 25 qualified applicants).  Supplemental questionnaire must be submitted with application by the final filing date to be considered.  Résumés and cover letters are encouraged but will not be accepted in lieu of the application form.  Postmarks will not be accepted.  

Review Process:  Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best qualified applicants will be invited for further examination.  All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.  Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview or any combination thereof.  Applicants will be required to take and pass a medical examination by a City of Woodland physician to ensure their physical suitability to perform the assigned duties. 

If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please notify Human Resources at least seven (7) days prior to the event.

Panel interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of November 4, 2024.

CURRENT SALARY

Library Program Manager I
$6,371.12 - $8,131.33 /monthly
$2,940.52 - $3,752.92 /bi-weekly

Library Program Manager II
$6,860.99 - $8,756.55 /monthly
$3,166.61 - $4,014.48 /bi-weekly

BENEFITS

Future COLAs:                   
4% increase effective January 2025 and another 4% increase effective January 2026.          

Retirement:                          
CalPERS Retirement system (2% @ 60 Formula for Classic CalPERS members and 2% @ 62 Formula for new CalPERS members).  The City does not participate in social security

Deferred Compensation:                  
Choice of deferred compensation plans (Traditional and Roth).  City will match up to 3% of employee’s base salary

Medical:                                
CalPERS Medical Insurance Plans, including HMOs & PPOs.  City gives an allowance toward the cost of insurance.  Maximum Family Allowance for 2024/2025: $2,195.79 per month

Dental/Vision:                      
City paid Delta Dental and VSP Vision Insurance

STD/LTD:                             
City paid wage protection for short- and long-term disabilities

Life Insurance:                     
City provides $50,000 life insurance policy

Voluntary Benefits:             
Voluntary Supplemental Life, Cancer, Accident Only, STD/LTD, and Critical Illness insurances, and Flexible Spending Accounts available

Vacation:                              
7 hours per month during first 3 years of service

Sick Leave:                          
8 hours per month

Administrative Leave:         
96 hours of leave time given each fiscal year

Holidays:                               
12.5 paid holidays (including two floating holidays)

Bilingual Pay:                       
$200 per month upon certification

Professional Growth Incentive:      
$625 per year for additional educational or professional activities

The City of Woodland hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.  The City of Woodland is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

San Mateo County Libraries (SMCL) is currently offering an opportunity for an enthusiastic, committed, energetic and flexible manager to join a progressive, future-oriented team. Under general direction from the Library Director and/or Deputy Directors, the Library Services Manager - Employee Services will serve as the organization’s subject matter expert regarding a variety of personnel processes. We are looking for a forward-thinking and creative leader to plan, coordinate, and direct the personnel division of our organization.

While this recruitment may be used to fill any Library Services manager vacancies, the current opening is for a Library Services Manager – Employee Services, focused on the employee experience within the Library. This position will serve as internal support for library management ensuring goals for the workforce are met.

The ideal candidate will have 5 years of increasingly responsible public sector experience administering and leading strategic programs/services in the areas of personnel and staffing management preferably in a library setting. A Master’s degree in Library Science or related field is highly desirable.

The ideal candidate will have the following attributes:

• A passionate public service leader who is approachable, warm, and welcoming.
• An effective coach who knows how to infuse fun into the environment.
• A great communicator and listener.
• Curious and innovative, always seeking out the freshest solutions and latest trends available to enhance our employee experience.
• Is thoughtful and has creative approaches to finding ways to increase engagement and job satisfaction.
• Dedication to incorporate equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging principles into human resources programs.
• Flexible and able keep up with the rapid pace of change that occurs in the organization.
• Be in the practice of staying abreast of emerging issues, trends, and legislative changes with respect to personnel issues which may impact employees and the library.
• A strategic thinker and problem solver who is calm under pressure.
• A people person who is well-versed in the principles and practices of employee engagement.
• Enthusiastic about finding opportunities for operational improvements using data.

In addition, the ideal candidate will be knowledgeable and have experience in the following areas:

• Human Resources Information systems applications.
• County policies and procedures, including the Civil Service Rules, labor contracts, and pertinent State, Federal, and local laws relating to human resources.
• Research and analysis methods and principles.
• Techniques for conducting effective public presentations.
• Industry trends relative to employee services.
• Personnel management principles and techniques, including interviewing, selection, training, supervision, evaluation, motivation, discipline, and staff development.
• Research and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures.
• Record keeping principles and procedures.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment.
• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
• Techniques for dealing effectively with the public, vendors, contractors, and County staff.
• Assist in the development of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the department.
• Plan and conduct effective management, administrative, and operational studies.
• Prepare complex and detailed written reports, program policies, procedures, and contracts.
• Gather and analyze data and make effective recommendations to address moderate-to-complex personnel related problems.
• Comprehend written material; interpret, apply, and explain County policies, labor contracts, and other relevant State, Federal, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Analyze, interpret, summarize, and present administrative and technical information and data in an effective manner.
• Evaluate and develop improvements in operations, procedures, policies, or methods.
• Effectively represent the library in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups, and various businesses, professional, and regulatory organizations, and in meetings with individuals.
• Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized HR software applications programs.
• Exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to changing situations and needs.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

San Mateo County Libraries

Vision: San Mateo County Libraries ignites growth through transformative experiences.

Mission: San Mateo County Libraries strengthens our community by creating an inclusive sense of place and an environment for learning.

San Mateo County Libraries (SMCL) is a Joint Powers Authority comprised of 11 member cities and the unincorporated areas of San Mateo County. Our family of libraries include Atherton, Belmont, Brisbane, East Palo Alto, Foster City, Half Moon Bay, Millbrae, North Fair Oaks, Pacifica-Sharp Park, Pacifica-Sanchez, Portola Valley, San Carlos, and Woodside. Our service area spans rural and urban communities, with approximately 270,000 residents, 75% of whom have library cards. For more information about San Mateo County Libraries, please visit www.smcl.org.

What sets us apart?

• A work culture based on an iterative, tinkering, growth mindset approach.
• Work/life fit flexibility.
• Learning organization, with robustly funded conference and training opportunities for all staff.
• Competitive pay, great benefits, well-funded pension system.
• Dynamic, fun work environment.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Any combination of experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:

Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in human resources, business or public administration, or a related field, and five (5) years increasingly responsible personnel experience in public sector, including two years experience in a management capacity. A master’s degree in a related field is highly desirable.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required application materials.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Final Filing Date: Wednesday, October 2, 2024, 11:59 PM PST

Application Screening: October 7 - 11, 2024

Civil Service Panel Interview: October 24 and/or 25, 2024

PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE WORKER 

Competitive Salary plus Excellent Benefits
Hourly Salary: $ 28.50 $ 38.48

Closing Date: October 20, 2024 (11:59 p.m. PST)

This recruitment aims to establish a new eligibility list for the Public Works Maintenance Worker I position. Eligible candidates interested in this opportunity are encouraged to apply by October 20, 2024 (11:59 p.m. PST).

About the Position

The Public Works Maintenance Worker I is an entry-level classification in the Maintenance Worker series. Assigned duties in this classification are routine tasks requiring no experience or limited experience. Employees at this level perform a limited range of duties under immediate supervision in accordance with established guidelines and procedures and are not expected to perform with the same independence of supervision and judgment on matters related to Town guidelines and procedures as Level II/III.

Employees at this level receive immediate supervision from a manager designated by the City Manager and functional supervision from higher level Maintenance Workers. Incumbents may provide limited direction to less experienced employees in this classification or to seasonal workers.

About Los Altos Hills

Incorporated in 1956, the Town of Los Altos Hills is a premier Silicon Valley residential community located adjacent to the City of Los Altos, 35 miles south of San Francisco, 5 miles south of Stanford University and 17 miles north of downtown San Jose. The advocates of incorporation were dedicated to the "preservation of the rural atmosphere of the foothills and orderly and unhurried growth."

The Ideal Candidate

Candidates who are successful in this position demonstrate a strong commitment to public service and customer service. They possess excellent verbal communication, decision-making, and conflict-resolution skills and can meet and deal tactfully and effectively with the public. They can work effectively with a moderate degree of independence and follow instructions. They are self-assured and can exercise a high degree of common sense and sound judgment. 

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience and Education: Sufficient education and experience to satisfactorily perform the duties of this classification. A typical qualifying background would be completion of high school or the equivalent and one year of experience in maintenance related work.
• License: Possession of a valid, appropriate State of California Driver’s License.

Knowledge & Skills

Knowledge of:

•  Basic skills in landscape maintenance, carpentry and plumbing, mechanics.
• Tools and equipment used in public works maintenance and construction.
• Safe work practices.

Ability To:

Ability to perform essential physical functions with or without accommodation. These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Intermittently sit while driving, operating equipment, or completing forms/work papers; stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, twist and reach while inspecting or repairing, digging or clearing, and using various tools and equipment; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; distinguish colors used in marking utility facilities, and lift or carry weight of 100 pounds or less.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools and operate light motorized equipment.
• Read, write, and understand English and perform basic arithmetic computations.
• Perform rotating work assignments.
• Work in inclement weather.
• Work extended or irregular hours.
• Follow written and oral instructions.
• Establish effective working relationships with other employees and the public.
• Perform manual labor for extended periods.
• Work independently and/or as part of a team.
• Operate heavy duty equipment, trucks and tractors are desirable.
• Basic knowledge of appropriate materials, methods, tools, equipment, and practices involved in construction, maintenance, and repair of public facilities.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Working Conditions: May be required to work in inclement weather, work extended hours, and/or perform manual labor for extended periods.
• Physical demands: Essential functions include, but are not limited to, intermittently sitting while driving, operating equipment, or completing forms/work papers; standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting and reaching while inspecting or repairing, digging or clearing, and using various tools and equipment; performing simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; distinguishing colors used in marking utility facilities, and lifting or carrying weight of 100 pounds or less.

Position Highlights:

• Join a dynamic Library Services Department that delivers extraordinary service
• Opportunities to engage with the community and affect positive changes
• Work in a collaborative and collegial environment

Come join an innovative, service-oriented team at the Thousand Oaks Library as a part-time Library Aide (Hourly).  We are a municipal library serving a population of 127,000, committed to Inspire, Inform, and Engage our citizens by providing resources representing all points of view.  We seek partners to build our future and community through a collaborative team environment rooted in service, innovation, and excellence.

The Library currently has one hourly Library Aide opening. The position will work 15-18 hours per week. (Note: This recruitment will also be used to establish an eligibility list for future hourly Library Aide openings over the next few months.)

The position requires working day, night, and weekend shifts at the Newbury Park Library, 2331 Borchard Road, Newbury Park, CA 91320 and may include shifts at the Grant R. Brimhall Library, 1401 E. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362.

Primary responsibilities:

Circulation Services staff perform a variety of clerical and office support duties in a teamwork-oriented environment.  Primary responsibilities include providing in-person service at a Circulation Desk and over the phone, checking materials in and out, resolving problems such as lost and damaged or claims returned items, and registering or updating library cards.  Hourly Library Aides also assist full-time staff in tracking overdue materials, collection notices, and hold requests.

The City of Dixon is looking to fill one full-time position for a Maintenance Worker I/II in the Public Works Department and to create an eligibility list for future use. This position performs a variety of semi-skilled tasks related to the maintenance and repair of the City's parks, buildings, streets, storm drain ponds and related facilities; to perform related duties as assigned.

Exam Process: A limited number of candidates whose applications indicate that they, among those competing, are better qualified in terms of related education, training and experience may participate in a written exam pass/fail and then in an interview process (weighted 100%). The most qualified candidates from this process will be placed on an employment eligibility list. Note: the examination process may be changed as deemed necessary.

Employment Processing: Those selected will be subject to a pre-employment medical and Live Scan. In accordance with Federal law, an employee must provide proof of identity and legal right to work in the United States.

Veteran’s Preference Points: Veteran’s Preference points will be applied. A copy of the DD214 form must be filed as a PDF attachment at the time of application. 

The City of Dixon is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Reasonable Accommodation in the application, examination and selection process will be made upon request by calling (707) 678-7000.

Please do not reply to emails from CalOpps during this process at any time as this correspondence does not come back to our agency.

The Bay Area Air Quality Management District (Air District) is a regional government agency, committed to achieving clean air to protect the public's health and the environment. The Air District accomplishes this goal through regulation of industrial facilities and various outreach and incentive programs designed to encourage clean air choices. The Air District's jurisdiction encompasses all of seven counties - Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara and Napa, and portions of two others - southwestern Solano and southern Sonoma.

The Air District is conducting an open recruitment for the position of Staff Specialist I/II in the Community Engagement Office. This is a full-time, represented position for one (1) vacancy.

The Community Engagement (CE) Office engages the public in Air District programs and decision-making to improve air quality and promote public health and environmental justice. The CE Office seeks to engage and partner with communities overburdened by poor air pollution by increasing awareness of the role and authority of the Air District, fostering relationships, developing partnerships, co-developing engagement processes and providing equitable opportunities for participation in Air District decision-making. The Community Engagement Office strives to create opportunities for those that have been historically excluded, discriminated against, under-represented, or under-resourced.

About the Position
Are you interested in reducing air pollution and improving health outcomes in the most impacted and overburdened communities in the Bay Area? Are you motivated to develop and implement plans, projects and policies that address air pollution injustices and inequities?

The AB617 Staff Specialist in the Community Engagement Division will support outreach, engagement and partnerships with communities overburdened by air pollution to advance solutions towards equity and environmental justice. The responsibilities of the Staff Specialist may include, but are not limited to, being part of a team to co-develop a local community plan with environmental justice communities as part of the Air District's Community Health Protection Program(Assembly Bill 617). The person in this position may work on other Community Engagement and/or Environmental Justice projects, as assigned, such as Home Air Filtration Programs, community workshops and events, community grants, youth-oriented engagement projects, or other projects. The Staff Specialist will assist in coordinating efforts across inter-divisional teams and facilitate meetings with Air District staff and local community leaders and preparing meeting agendas.

This role also involves public speaking over virtual platforms as well as during in-person meetings. Staff Specialists often liaise with other divisions in the Air District to leverage data, resources, and other tools to support crafting and implementing strategies, developing power point presentations, and identifying new internal and external partners. The Staff Specialist may develop and implement public education workshops and is likely to work across inter-divisional teams. The Staff Specialist may write and design fact sheets, and/or draft FAQ and talking points for a variety of public and leadership meetings. The Staff Specialist may assist in drafting the scope of work for contracts along with tracking budgets for contracts. Typically, Staff Specialist duties also include drafting memos and PowerPoint presentations to executive staff and Board of Directors related to procurement, program budgets, and programmatic updates

Definition

Under direction, performs a variety of responsible administrative, technical and specialized functions in the areas of incentives, contracts, business services, finance, budget, and facility management; and performs related work as assigned.

Distinguishing Characteristics
Staff Specialist I is the entry level in this series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn District, state and federal procedures and policies while performing the more routine technical duties. As experience is gained, assignments become more diversified and are performed with less supervision. This class is alternately staffed with Staff Specialist II and incumbents may advance to the higher level classification after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency which meet the qualifications of the higher level class.
Staff Specialist II is the journey level class of this series, fully-proficient to perform difficult and technical work. Incumbents are expected to exercise independent judgment.

This class is distinguished from Senior Staff Specialist in that the latter is responsible for more complex work and may perform lead duties.

Examples of Duties for this Position
(Illustrative Only)

• Reviews, analyzes, and administers a variety of grants, contracts, and other agreements in support of District activities; monitors expenditures and charges against agreements; prepares fiscal status reports for management and prepares cost analyses.
• Coordinates and facilitates workshops, meetings, and trainings on the technical application and interpretation of District programs, regulations and rules; creates PowerPoint presentations, prepares talking points, and develops supporting technical materials.
• Prepares and presents staff reports to the District's Board of Directors, and/or sub-committees; conducts research and prepares and presents reports as assigned.
• Provides routine outreach and communication on behalf of the District with industry, the public and other agencies to obtain and disseminate technical and operational information.
• Prepares and responds to correspondence directed toward public and private organizations relative to programs; responds to oral and written requests for information about programs.
• Participates and assists in the development of policies and guidelines for assigned programs.
• Researches technical feasibility and control proposals for new or revised programs; Develops and applies quality control and assurance measures to ensure the effectiveness of programs and appropriate application of methods in accordance with District policies, rules, and regulations.
• Prepares Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and Requests for Quotations (RFQs); prepares contract documents and other agreements using standard District procedures; and reviews contract terms and conditions.
• Maintains computer databases and program records.
• Assists in internal and external audits for programs and physical inspections to ensure compliance with program requirements.
• Explains and interprets technical policies, rules and regulations regarding programs; gathers and prepares background information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:
A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills is:

Staff Specialist I: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree and two years of professional analytical experience.

Staff Specialist II: In addition to the above, two years of professional analytical experience.

Some positions may require more specialized education, training and experience.

Other Requirements:
This person must be willing to attend meetings located in Bay Area outside of regular working hours and in-person, as needed.