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Come lead the Homework Center at the San Bruno Library!

The City of San Bruno Public Library is currently recruiting for a part-time, temporary Library Assistant—Homework Center Supervisor. Candidates must be able to commit from January 2026 to June 2026, for 17 hours per week and availability Monday 2-6PM, Tuesday 2-6PM, Wednesday 1-6PM and Thursday 2-6PM (with the exception of Library and San Bruno Park School District holidays). Although this is a six-month position, the program is ongoing. Continued employment in subsequent school years may be considered based on performance and program needs.

Application Deadline:  5pm on Friday, December 5, 2025

Interviews:  Week of December 8, 2025

(Dates are subject to change)

Under the direction of the Library Services Manager, the Library Assistant—Homework Center Supervisor is responsible for the daily operations of the Library's after-school Homework Center, including classroom management, homework help, supervising and training volunteers, collaborating with library staff, and maintaining
accurate records of homework center attendance. The incumbent will be responsible for
maintaining a welcoming place for students to do their homework effectively within the larger context of the library, and for planning STEAM weekly activities and training/supervising students in the use of the 3-D printer. The homework center is a free, drop-in, after-school program for children in kindergarten through eighth grade.
 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
 

• Some college coursework
   
• Clear and concise oral and written communication skills
   
• Ability to assist students with homework and computer skills
   
• Ability to relate to the public in a tactful and effective manner

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate is a self-starting, independent individual with sound judgement, capable of working in a busy team-oriented public-service environment; possesses excellent customer service skills; has experience working with students in a group setting, experience working with volunteers, and experience leading STEAM/Makerspace activities. Bilingual English-Spanish skills is a plus. In addition, the candidate possesses the following competencies:
 

• Creates a learning environment—Ensures that support is available to help the individual reach goals; builds other’s sense of task ownership and confidence by offering to help generate ideas, make decisions, obtain resources, and overcome barriers.
   

• Facilitates development— Leverages environmental supports and removes development barriers; create development opportunities; provides guidance and positive models; seeks suggestions for improving performance; collaboratively creates development plans that include activities targeted to specific goals. 
   

• Seeks to understand students and volunteers—Actively gathers information to understand student and volunteer circumstances, problems, expectations, and needs. 
   

• Meets or exceeds student and volunteer needs—Quickly responds to student and volunteer needs; takes opportunities to exceed student and volunteer needs while avoiding over commitments; gains student and volunteer agreement to proposed solutions; keep students and volunteers informed about actions taken; confirms student and volunteer satisfaction. 
   

• Builds self-awareness—Demonstrates an understanding of own emotional triggers, strengths, and development needs as well as the impact of own behavior on others. 
   

• Listens and responds with empathy—Demonstrates an understanding of the other person’s situation by acknowledging both the facts and the feelings (positive or negative) they are expressing. 
   

• Leverages resources—Takes advantage of available resources (individuals, processes, departments, and tools) to complete work efficiently. 
   

• Maintains relationships—Presents a positive disposition and maintains constructive interpersonal relationships when under stress. 
   

• Delivers clear messages—Conveys messages logically, simply, succinctly, and at the right pace; does not digress; is in command of the message.
   

HOW TO APPLY
 

Applications may be submitted online on the City of San Bruno's BambooHR page.  Applications must be received by 5:00 PM on Friday, December 5, 2025. The City of San Bruno utilizes a merit-based selection system. Such a system is competitive and based on broad outreach efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to take part in a process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position.
 

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT? 
 

Your application and all supplemental materials will be reviewed to select the best qualified applicants to continue in the process. Screening will include a review of qualifications, application appraisal rating of education, training and experience and relevance of background qualifications related to the target job as well as supplemental questions if applicable. Applicants selected to move forward in the process may be asked to participate in any combination of the following (at any phase of the selection process): a written examination, job-related exercise, physical test or job simulation, phone interview, in-person or video interview(s), and/or web-based testing.
 

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

* This is a part-time/temporary/seasonal position with the City of San Bruno.  As such, employees agree to serve in an at-will capacity and understand that service with the City may be terminated at any time.  This position works a maximum of 17 hours per week and does not provide any benefits, except for paid sick leave. In accordance with the Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act of 2014, all temporary, part-time, and seasonal employees, who on or after July 1, 2015, work in California for 30 or more days within a year from the commencement of employment are entitled to paid sick leave for prescribed purposes.  Employees will accrue one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked and are entitled to use accrued sick days beginning on the 90th day of employment.  Employees may use up to 40 hours (or 5 days) of accrued sick leave in each year of employment.
 

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:

The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws in its employment actions, decisions, policies, and practices. The City of San Bruno Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the selection process to accommodate disabled applicants. Individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation in the process must inform the Human Resources Department by the final filing date by emailing hr@sanbruno.ca.gov.  

The City of Millbrae is seeking a motivated and dependable Plant Operator-in-Training (OIT) to join our Water Pollution Control Plant team. This entry-level Plant operator position is perfect for someone interested in building a career in wastewater treatment and public service. Under supervision, the OIT will learn to operate and maintain treatment plant equipment, monitor system performance, perform laboratory tests, and assist with preventive maintenance and facility upkeep.

This is a hands-on training opportunity offering valuable technical experience, mentorship, and a clear path for advancement to certified Operator levels as skills and certifications are achieved. If you are ready to start a rewarding career helping protect public health and the environment, apply today to join the Millbrae WPCP team!

Definition:  Under supervision, performs work necessary to the day-to-day operations, monitoring and maintenance of sewage treatment processes, equipment and facilities.

Distinguishing Features: This is a special operations operationally classification. Assigned work consists of a variety of tasks and processes associated with treatment plant processes, maintenance and general operations. The Operator in Training (OIT) classification serves as the entry-level classification where individual tasks associated with various plant processes are learned until all aspects of the work of the classification are mastered; is an entry-level position that requires direct supervision by the Senior Operator. The OIT learns during the first year of employment to perform the essential duties of an Operator I/II.

The responsibilities of the Operator I and Operator II are distinguished by the level of independent performance of essential duties, greater complexity of assigned work, additional experience, and requirement for higher California State Operator Certification.

Essential Duties: 

*          Treatment Operations:  Operates wastewater treatment plant machinery and equipment to start up processes; reads, records and interprets meters and gauges; adjusts controls to properly regulate flow and process of wastewater; mixes and adds chemicals; collects samples and performs laboratory tests of materials in process. Adjusts and monitors the operations of valves, pumps, motors, chlorinators disinfection equipment, filters, digester and clarifiers; starts up the belt press and shuts down dewatering system and other processes which are not in continuous operation and assures proper deactivation as appropriate.

*          Laboratory Operations:  Performs standard laboratory tests of materials in process; takes grab and composite samples; performs other laboratory routines required to maintain accurate records of tests personally conducted and as needed to maintain order in laboratory facilities.

*          Preventive Maintenance:  Oils, greases, cleans, and maintains treatment plant machinery and equipment; cleans adjusts and repacks valves and pumps; similarly services/tests outlying pumping station machinery and equipment. Inspects plant electrical, plumbing and mechanical equipment for needed repairs.

*          Maintenance and Electrical Repair/ Construction Repair/Construction:  Disassembles electrical, plumbing and other mechanical or constructed plant systems and structures; makes repairs to existing equipment; fabricates parts when feasible; reassembles and tests repairs. Uses and operates tools and equipment associated with electrical system repairs, plumbing systems, sandblasting, welding, concrete and cement work, metal work, general construction and materials hauling. Assists in plant construction projects as appropriate.

*          Custodial Maintenance:  Cleans tanks and containers, sweeps, sands and paints plant equipment and facilities, performs general grounds keeping and building custodial and maintenance work as needed to maintain orderly plant and facilities operations.

*          Shift Operator:   Operator II provides on-call availability for any emergency work required of the plant during assigned periods. A certified Waste Water Treatment Plant Operator trains and instructs less experienced personnel in treatment plant operations and maintenance work as appropriate. Position does require assignment to vary work schedules and shifts.

*          Record Maintenance:  Keeps and maintains accurate records of plant operations and laboratory procedures, assists in other public works operations as assigned and performs other assigned duties necessary to the effective operations of the plant facility that are consistent with the responsibilities of the classification.

Other Duties:

Incumbent personnel are assigned alternate work schedules.

Special Requirements for all Three Levels:  The ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, twist upper body, climb, lift 60 pounds, and drive a standard motor vehicle. Learn and see operation of plant equipment, ability to access remote areas of the Treatment Plant using ladders, walk ways, and stairs. Work weekends and holidays.

Operator in Training Minimum Qualifications:

Ability to learn how to:

• Operate wastewater treatment plant machinery and equipment.
• Read, record, and interpret meters and gauges.
• Use and maintain manual and automated electronic record-keeping systems used to record treatment plant and laboratory data and activities.
• Perform elementary wastewater mathematics.
• Properly adjust operational equipment and process controls.
• Perform standard wastewater laboratory tests.
• Perform preventive maintenance of treatment plant machinery and equipment.
• Perform minor repair of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Perform operation or maintenance work involving heavy physical labor.
• Train lesser-qualified or experienced personnel in treatment plant operations and preventive maintenance work as appropriate.

Education:  Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.

Experience:  None required.

License:   Possession of a valid Class C California Operators License issued by the California State Department of Motor Vehicles.  Employee is responsible to maintain required license to remain employed by the City of Millbrae.

Certification:  Must possess or obtain upon employment an OIT Operator Certificate issued by the Office of Operator Certification, Division of Clean Water Programs of the State of California Water Resources Control Board. Must pass Grade I certification examination within 24 months of employment. In addition, must obtain Grade II Certification within two years of obtaining Grade I certification. Employee is responsible to obtain and maintain required certification levels to remain employed by the City of Millbrae.

Operator I/II Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge of:  Design, operations and maintenance principles of valves, pumps, motors, plumbing and electrical systems; associated tools and equipment; safe work practices and use of safety equipment.

Ability to:  Operate wastewater treatment plant machinery and equipment; read, record and interpret meters and gauges; make adjustments to controls; perform standard laboratory tests; perform usual preventive maintenance and servicing of treatment plant machinery and equipment; repair electrical and mechanical systems; perform maintenance work involving heavy physical labor; operate skillfully and safely a variety of hand and power tools and motorized equipment used in maintenance and construction activity; keep accurate records and prepare summary reports; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; train and instruct others in plant operations and maintenance processes; operate record keeping systems.

Education:  Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.  An AA degree with 15 units of basic or environmental science is highly desirable.

License:  Possession of a valid Class C California Operators License issued by the California State Department of Motor Vehicles.  Employee is responsible to maintain required license to remain employed by the City of Millbrae.

Additional Operator I Minimum Qualifications:

Experience:  One -year of full-time work experience involving the operation of maintenance of pumps, valves and electric motors or related activities.

License:  performing operation duties at any Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW) while in possession of an OIT certificate.

Certification:  Must possess a Grade I Operator Certificate issued by the Office of Operator Certification, Division of Clean Water Programs, and State of California Water Resources Control Board.   Must obtain Grade II Certification within two years of obtaining Grade I certification.  Employee is responsible to obtain and maintain required certification to remain employed by the City of Millbrae.

Additional Operator II Minimum Qualifications:

Experience:  Eighteen months experience performing operation duties at any POTW while in possession of a Grade I Operator Certificate.

Certification:  Must possess a Grade II Operator Certificate issued by the office of Operator Certification, Division of Clean Water Programs, and State of California Water Resources Control Board.  Employee is responsible to obtain and maintain required certification levels to remain employed by the City of Millbrae.

Minimum Requirements for Noncompetitive Advancement to Operator I:

A City of Millbrae OIT can advance to Operator I with successful completion of Operator I qualifications described above and meeting the requirements listed below. The Director of Public Works must recommend and Personnel Officer must approve appointment.

Ability:  To perform essential duties of an Operator I.  Knowledge of Millbrae operation and maintenance procedures, laboratory techniques, etc., as demonstrated by completion of the OIT-training program checklist.

Experience:  One year experience performing operation duties at the City of Millbrae (WPCP) Water Pollution Control Plant) while in possession of an OIT Certificate.

Certification:  Must possess a Grade I Operator Certificate issued by the Office of Operator Certification, Division of Clean Water Programs, and State of California Water Resources Control Board.  Employee is responsible to obtain and maintain required certification to remain employed by the City of Millbrae.

Minimum Requirements for Noncompetitive Advancement to Operator II:

A City of Millbrae Operator I can advance to Operator II with successful completion of Operator II qualifications described above and meeting the requirements listed below.  The Director of Public Works must recommend and Personnel Officer must approve appointment.

Ability:  To perform essential duties of an Operator II.  Knowledge of Millbrae operation and maintenance procedures, laboratory techniques, etc., as demonstrated by completion of Operator I training program checklist.

Experience:  Two years experience performing operation duties at the City of Millbrae WPCP while in possession of an Operator in Training Certificate.

Certification:  Must possess a Grade II Operator Certificate issued by the Office of Operator Certification, Division of Clean Water Programs, and State of California Water Resources Control Board.  Employee is responsible to obtain and maintain required certification to remain employed by the City of Millbrae.

The District is looking for a Plant Operator Grade III to help operate and maintain our wastewater treatment and recycled water facilities. In this role, you’ll inspect, monitor, and maintain plant systems and equipment to ensure reliable and compliant operation. You’ll work independently, use sound judgment in daily activities, and respond to unusual or emergency situations as needed. This position is a great opportunity for an experienced operator ready to take on full journey-level responsibilities within our team.

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Salary Range: $7,959 - $10,667/month
Application Deadline: Monday, December 8, @ 9PM 

SAVE THE DATES

Round 1 Interviews (in-person): December 16, 2025
Round 2 Interviews (in-person): December 17, 2025

The City of Mill Valley welcomes applications for Public Works Supervisor - Parks.

Under general direction, the Public Works Supervisor assigned to the Parks Division provides leadership and direction in maintaining and enhancing the City’s parks, landscapes, and athletic fields. This position plans, schedules, assigns, and supervises the work of a dedicated crew of seven (7) full-time Maintenance Workers who help keep the City’s outdoor spaces safe, beautiful, and sustainable.

The Supervisor oversees the daily and seasonal maintenance of high-quality athletic fields, irrigation systems, and park facilities, ensuring they meet the needs of both recreational users and organized sports programs. This includes planning and managing turf renovation, field preparation, irrigation repair and upgrades, and plumbing maintenance throughout the City’s parks and landscaped areas.

Serving as the City Arborist, this individual plays a vital role in caring for public trees and vegetation, working closely with the Fire Department, community groups, and other departments to implement the City’s tree maintenance and vegetation management programs.

Other key responsibilities include overseeing and maintaining the City’s gateway areas, medians, demonstration gardens, and other high-visibility landscape features; ensuring the effective operation of irrigation and drainage systems; and supporting the preservation and enhancement of the City’s cherished Steps, Lanes, and Paths network.

As a working supervisor, this position combines hands-on technical knowledge with strong leadership and team-building skills. The Supervisor is responsible for coaching, mentoring, and developing staff; fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and professional growth; and ensuring high standards of performance and service within the Parks Division.

Essential Duties and responsibilities (including but not limited to):

• Plan, schedule, coordinate, assign and supervise the work of field crews and contractors engaged in parks, fields, golf course, landscapes, trees, steps, lanes and paths, and special projects work.
• Ensure the safe use of equipment and material and the use of safe working methods, techniques, and procedures.
• Train, evaluate, and discipline assigned staff.
• Receive and respond to emergency calls and internal and external service requests.
• Administer Tree Management Plans, inspect and evaluate condition of City trees and direct work as needed.
• Monitor, inspect, and review work in progress and upon completion by City crews and contractors.
• Exercise control of annual Parks operating budget and assist in planning, preparation and administration of the annual budget.
• Order necessary authorized materials and recommend capital purchases.
• Maintain a variety of records and prepare reports.
• Assist/advise Parks and Recreation Commission and Tree Committee.
• Recommend Capital Improvement Projects.
• Oversee the construction of Capital Improvement Projects.
• Coordinate and manage volunteer projects.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

***The Job Description for this position is currently under review***

Description

The Department of Public Works of the County of San Mateo is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Assistant/Associate/Associate Civil Engineer. 
 
There is currently one vacancy in the Department of Public Works - Utilities and Watershed Protection Section. This recruitment will be used to fill current and future vacancies in Utilities and Watershed Protection Section.

Utilities and Watershed Protection
The Utilities and Watershed Protection Section oversees 30 Special Districts that include flood control, drainage, domestic water, sanitary sewer, and street lighting. The primary responsibilities of the position include the design and management of various capital improvement projects from the conceptual stage to construction close-out, supporting utility operations, monitoring of regulatory requirements, preparing reports and analysis, reviewing development plans, responding to public inquiries. Additional duties include assisting with the day-to-day operational tasks of administering these Districts.

Assistant Engineer is the entry or trainee level class of this series. Under immediate supervision employees perform first level professional civil engineering field and office work while acting in a trainee capacity in connection with the planning, design, construction and maintenance of a wide variety of civil engineering projects. This class is flexibly staffed with Associate Engineer and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating necessary proficiency.
 
Associate Engineer is the journey level job classification and is responsible for routine office or field projects. Employees are expected to be fully competent to independently perform a full range of duties requiring a high level of technical expertise, and some periodic supervisory responsibilities. Employees may also serve as a resident engineer on smaller, less complex construction projects.
 
Associate Civil Engineer is the registered journey level classification in the engineering series. At this level, a high degree of technical expertise and some periodic lead responsibilities are required. Under general supervision, incumbents may perform a variety of professional engineering tasks in such areas as planning, design, traffic engineering & operations and construction inspection of roads, park trails, bridges, drainage, sanitary sewer systems, water supply, and other public works projects. Associate Civil Engineers may provide lead direction to other staff in completing projects of greater difficulty and complexity. Incumbents will be required to perform field work in support of the planning, design, and/or construction inspection of public works projects.
 
NOTE: Assistant/Associate Civil Engineer differs from the Associate Engineer classification in that Associate Civil Engineers are registered as professional engineers in the State of California and may provide lead direction to other staff in completing projects of greater difficulty and complexity.

The salary range for Assistant Engineer is $100,318.40- $125,340.80 annually.
The salary range for Associate Engineer is $118,664.00- $148,324.80 annually.
The salary range for Associate Civil Engineer is $132,828.80- $166,025.60 annually.

The ideal candidate for this position will be:

• Technically knowledgeable and experienced in the principles and practices of civil engineering, public works design, construction, and/or maintenance. 
• An effective communicator, both orally and in writing; able to represent the County in meetings and presentations to various groups including property owners, community groups, regulatory and other governmental agencies, and the public.
• Customer-focused and interpersonally effective in dealing with staff, engineers, contractors, and the public, and in coordinating with law enforcement agencies, emergency responders, and other agencies when necessary.
• Able to provide information to the public and other governmental agencies, in person or over the telephone, regarding County procedures and regulations, facility locations, plan requirements, and property ownership, which may require the interpretation of policies and procedures.
• Able to perform development plan reviews and prepare plan review comments.
• Able to interpret and address current environmental regulations.
• Able to analyze and evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare concise and effective technical staff reports.
• Accountable and able to schedule and carry through with assignments with independence.
• Experienced with designing public works projects such as water treatment and distribution systems, and sanitary sewer systems.
• Experienced with computer aided drafting software such as AutoCAD/Civil3D or similar.
• For Assistant Engineer, possession of Engineer in Training Certificate is preferred. 

Examples Of Duties

Duties for these positions may include, but are not limited to:

• Support regulatory monitoring and operations of various utilities
• Preparing designs, plans, and specifications for routine projects.
• Assisting in drafting and preparing instructions for bidders, proposals, affidavits, bonds, specifications, change orders, and other documents and reports involved in the construction of engineering projects.
• Supervising subordinate personnel in a variety of capacities.
• Conducting economic cost and quantity estimates for assigned projects.
• Managing and coordinating with various consultants.
• Performing related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Licensure/Certification: Candidates for Associate Civil Engineer must possess a valid Certificate of Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California at the time of hire. Some positions require possession of a class C California driver license or equivalent.
 
Education and Experience: 
 Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:
 

• Assistant Engineer: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering OR twenty-four semester units in civil engineering courses and three years of civil engineering experience in office, field or survey party work OR possession of an Engineer in Training Certificate. 
• Associate Engineer: Two years of professional civil engineering experience which has included field and office work in the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of a variety of civil engineering projects.
• Associate Civil Engineer: In addition to possession of a valid Certificate of Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California at the time of hire, two years of professional civil engineering experience which has included field and office work in the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of a variety of civil engineering projects.

Knowledge of: 

• Civil engineering practices and procedures including design and construction methods and techniques.
• Strength and properties and uses of materials and hydraulics.
• Civil engineering design and drafting principles.
• Surveying methods.
• Methods, materials and equipment used in civil engineering projects.
• Methods, materials, tools and equipment used in civil engineering construction work.
• Construction inspection techniques.
• Hydraulics and strength of materials.
• Principles of engineering as they apply to public works projects.
• Engineering mathematics and their application to engineering problems.

Skill/Ability to: 

• Inspect civil engineering work in progress.
• Prepare clear, concise correspondence and reports.
• Comply with safety procedures.
• Supervise subordinate staff.
• Perform engineering calculations and routine design work.
• Solve surveying problems.
• Prepare neat and accurate maps, drawings, notes and reports.

Application/Examination

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

The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%) which may include a written exercise. Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense. 
 
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 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: Monday, December 1, 2025
Application Screening: Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Civil Service Panel Interview (Virtual):  Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Departmental Interviews (In-Person): TBD

Description

The Department of Public Works is seeking well-qualified candidates for the position of Utility Worker I/II.

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
Utility Workers perform a variety of manual tasks such as building and grounds maintenance, minor equipment repair, and transportation of materials, and supplies in a locked facility.
 
As part of their duties, Utilities Workers assist the skilled trade workers including painters, carpenters, and engineers. Other duties include, but are not limited to: operating and maintaining equipment or hand tools used in the maintenance of buildings, grounds, and facilities; assembling, maintaining, and repairing equipment and furniture; providing complete custodial services to areas such as medical examination rooms, public restrooms, and lobbies; utilizing the assistance of and instructing incarcerated individuals, clients, or other staff to perform work; ordering and receiving supplies, tools, and equipment; delivering supplies to appropriate areas; digging holes, cleaning-out gutters or storm drains, and disposing of debris; operating a car, van, or light delivery vehicle to transport materials; operating and maintaining power tools, hand tools, and specialized equipment; and performing related duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will be:

• Knowledgeable and able to assist skilled trade workers including painters, carpenters, electricians, and engineers.
• Highly organized and able to work collaboratively with others.
• Able to lead by example and demonstrate exceptional attendance, attitude, communication, safety practices, and appropriate workplace behavior.
• An excellent driver with a good driving record and willing to help in picking up and delivering parts and supplies.

Other Requirements:  Prior to hire, some positions require candidates to complete an extensive security clearance package and undergo a thorough background check conducted by the County of San Mateo Sheriff's Office. Background checks must be maintained in order to remained employed. 

Examples Of Duties

As a Utility Worker, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks, which may include but are not limited to the following:

• Lift, move, load, arrange, and transport materials or supplies such as furniture, mattresses, heavy equipment, records, mail, money, or waste materials.
• Operate and maintain equipment or hand tools used in the maintenance of buildings, grounds, and facilities.
• Assemble, maintain, and repair equipment and furniture.
• Utilize the assistance of and instruct inmates, clients, or other staff to perform work.
• Remove and replace light bulbs.
• Order and receive supplies, tools, and equipment; review invoices against supplies received; and deliver supplies to the appropriate area.
• Water, trim, and remove trees, plants, and weeds.
• Dig holes, clean out gutters or storm drains, and dispose of debris.
• Maintain logs, coordinate work requests, and perform related office support tasks.
• Operate a car, van, or light delivery vehicle to transport materials.
• Fuel vehicles as required and report the need for service repair.
• Operate and maintain power tools, hand tools, and specialized equipment.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

The Utility Worker position may be assigned to one of multiple sections within the Department.  At this time, Health & Hospital Facilities Engineering and Facilities Maintenance & Operation Redwood City Division is seeking qualified applicants.  More information on the various Divisions and sections of the Department is available at:  https://www.smcgov.org/publicworks/our-organization. 

The Facilities Maintenance & Operations Redwood City section is responsible for the operation, maintenance, installation and repair of machinery and equipment in County operated buildings. This includes HVAC systems, boilers, lighting systems, refrigeration, generators, water treatment, and emergency power systems. It also includes crafts services such as carpentry, painting, plumbing, and lock smithing services required to maintain County facilities. If hired into the Facilities Maintenance & Operations (FM&O) section, additional skills needed, and duties may include: 

• Identify weeds from plants.
• Work independently.
• Dig and set sign and fence posts.
• Attached signs to wood and/or metal posts.

Construction Services provides competitive professional crafts services beyond the scope of routine maintenance provided by the Facilities Operations and Maintenance section, and contracts with the County and Cities to provide carpentry, graffiti abatement, and lighting district services. Trades represented include electrical, plumbing, carpentry and painting.  If hired into the Construction Services section, additional duties may be:

• Assist trades with painting, carpentry, light electrical, and clean-up of work site.
• Empty trash at offices and vacuum floors.
• Dig trenches or post holes on various projects.
• Handle small moving jobs for other departments.
• Knowledge of how to use hand and power tools.

Qualifications

Utility Worker I ($29.77- $37.22/Hourly) is the entry or trainee level class in this series. Initially, under close supervision, incumbents perform the more routine duties while receiving on-the-job instruction and gaining practical experience. As experience is gained, there is greater independence of action within established guidelines. Incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency which meet the qualifications of the higher-level class.

Utility Worker II ($31.40- $39.25/Hourly) is the experienced journey level class in this series. Under general supervision, incumbents independently perform the full range of duties. All the positions are characterized by the presence of fairly clear guidelines from which to make decisions and the availability of supervision in non-routine circumstances. Incumbents should demonstrate a thorough knowledge of operations and procedures and the ability to independently accomplish day-to-day tasks under normal conditions and to instruct others.

Education and Experience:

• Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is: One year of experience providing building and facility maintenance and minor equipment repair.

Knowledge of:

• Methods, materials, operations, tools, and practices used in moving, loading, arranging, and transporting materials, records, and supplies.
• Principles and techniques used in basic custodial services and minor equipment repair.
• Fixtures, building hardware, and equipment.
• Safety regulations, precautions, and practices.
• Methods, practices and equipment used in the receipt, storage, handling and ordering of materials and equipment.
• Basic arithmetic.
   

Skill/Ability to:

• Follow safety practices.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate effectively and tactfully with customers and others.
• Make accurate estimates of time and materials required to perform the job.
• Properly use and care for vehicles, tools, and equipment used in the job.
• Instruct and direct the work of incarcerated individuals and others in the performance of the job.
• Lift, carry, push, or move materials, supplies, or equipment up to 50 lbs; climb ladders; and walk or stand for long periods of time.

Licensure/Certification:

• Some positions require possession of a valid class C California driver license or equivalent.

Application/Examination

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

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 employment application and supplemental questionnaire. 

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

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 https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. 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 employment application and supplemental questionnaire. 
 
TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Application Deadline: Monday, December 1, 2025 
Application Screening: Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Performance Exams: Tuesday, December 16 and/or Wednesday, December 17, 2025

 

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

 

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

Locksmiths work in the Facilities Maintenance and Operations Division of the Public Works Department and install, maintain, repair, and service all the locking devices in County Facilities/Buildings, San Mateo Medical Center, Maple Street Correctional Center, Hall of Justice, Maguire Correctional Facility, Youth Services Center, homeless shelters etc.

 

Duties of the Locksmith include but are not limited to: servicing, repairing, and maintaining locks, door closers, and related hardware; maintaining stock for replacement of lock units and parts; maintaining repair and maintenance records, key issues, and duplicate key schedules; picking jammed locks using special tools; devising and adjusting master key systems; and planning lock security systems for County facilities.

 

The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience as a locksmith in a commercial, governmental, or industrial setting, with preferred experience in jail locks and electronic lock systems. Familiarity with ADA compliance related to door operators and sliding door mechanics is also preferred. We are seeking individuals from the local Bay Area who have an interest in working for local government and bring relevant government experience to the role. 

 

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.

 

NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.

 

Qualifications

Licensure/Certification/Clearance: 

• Must possess and maintain a valid class C California driver license or equivalent. 
• Must pass and maintain the Sheriff’s Jail background clearance during employment. Failure to do so will result in dismissal. 

• A typical way to qualify is journey level status as a locksmith and demonstrated proficiency in the repair of locks and the maintenance of master key systems. 

• Master key systems 
• Fabrication of master keys 
• Locking devices and hardware 
• Methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in repairing locks and making keys 
• Basic hand tools, and their proper and safe use 
• Common safety practices in the workplace 
• Basic arithmetic for measuring, calibrating, and estimating 
• Asbestos awareness and recognition 
• Applicable NFPA (fire) codes 
• ADA standards and requirements 

• Decipher key code systems 
• Install, maintain, adjust, and repair all types of locking devices 
• Use locksmithing tools and equipment 
• Read drawings and work from plans and specifications 
• Carry out oral and written instructions 
• Maintain accurate records 
• Plan lock security systems 
• Work independently 
• Demonstrate basic mechanical aptitude 
• Maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with others 
• Bend, stand, and walk for extended periods of time 
• Lift and carry equipment and materials

Application/Examination

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

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

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 https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. 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 employment application and supplemental questionnaire. 

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Recruitment Closes: Monday, December 1, 2025

Applicant Screening: Tuesday, December 2, 2025

Panel Interviews: Thursday, December 11, 2025

The City of San Mateo Public Works Department is looking for a

Project Managers I/II

The Department

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 Project Manager I/II plans, coordinates, and directs the implementation of capital improvement, maintenance and related projects. This includes, in consultation with assigned technical support staff, the creation of objectives, priorities, budgets, and schedules and the retention of appropriate consultant assistance to achieve high quality capital, maintenance or information technology projects in a timely, efficient, and cost-effective manner. Acts as Project Manager for building construction, renovation, or information technology projects.  When assigned to the Clean Water Program,: plans, organizes, and reviews the design and construction of the Public Works Wastewater Treatment Plant, sewage conveyance systems and related projects; and acts as project manager in assigned capital improvement, maintenance or renovation projects. Also provides wastewater treatment operations and maintenance support.

Project Manager I is the entry level in the project management series.  Incumbents are responsible for one or more small projects in terms of dollar amount and/or technical complexity, or aspects of larger projects while learning the full scope of project management tasks.  The scope and/or diversity of project objectives and the project budget are less than assigned to the Project Manager II or Senior Project Manager level. This class is alternately staffed with Project Manager II, and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrated proficiency, which meets the qualifications of the higher-level class.

Project Manager II is the journey level in the project management series.  Incumbents are fully responsible for average size projects and are expected to be knowledgeable about the normal scope of project management tasks. This class is distinguished from the Senior Project Manager in that the latter is responsible for the largest and most complex capital projects and is expected to be familiar with the most complex project management tasks.

Depending on the assignment, some duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Develop, plan and coordinate the planning, feasibility, architectural and engineering activities related to capital improvement, renovation projects, or information technology projects.
• Prepare and administer agreements for professional services related to capital or information technology projects, coordinating and directing all activities between the City and outside consulting firms.
• Prepare cost estimates, project schedules, and feasibility reports for new or modified structures, or new or modified software applications systems.
• Maintain accurate and current project budgets and manage cost and quality controls.  Develop, implement and monitor budgets for assigned areas.
• Utilize critical path or other methods to plan and evaluate progress on project tasks.
• Solicit and review bids and recommend contract awards. Monitor contractor performance, review and process submittals and change orders, retain construction management and inspection assistance as needed, and carry out related activities associated with project construction or system implementation/upgrade.
• Oversee the design and construction/implementation of projects, and function as project manager.
• Prepare and review project drawings; conduct pre-construction meetings and on-site inspections.
• Maintain needed records on assigned projects. Prepare and present comprehensive administrative, fiscal, statistical and technical studies, reports, evaluations, specifications and correspondence as required.
• Design and maintain spreadsheets and databases as needed on mainframe and personal computers.
• Coordinate programming, design, review, and construction/implementation activities with affected City departments and outside agencies. Assist in preparing needed agreements with other entities.
• Ensure that projects meet all applicable codes and standards.
• Prepare staff reports and presentations for the City Council, City commissions, boards, and committees, and for neighborhood meetings on capital improvement projects.
• Coordinate and schedule staff training and manage associate training documents and records.
• Utilize and manage the computerized maintenance management system for efficient and effective workflow processes.
• Maintain a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable laws/regulations; maintain an awareness of new processes, methods, trends, and advances in the profession; read professional literature; maintain professional affiliations; attend workshops and training sessions as appropriate.

The Project Manager I/II receives general direction from a Department Head, Division Manager, Capital Projects Manager, Senior Project Manager, or Sr. Systems Analyst and may exercise technical or functional supervision over less experienced project managers, technical staff or administrative staff.

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

STREET MAINTENANCE OPERATOR I/II

Closes November 20, 2025 or 100 applicants, whichever occurs first. 

A completed online employment application 

Incomplete or late applications will NOT be accepted.

Resumes will NOT be considered in lieu of the required employment application.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Under immediate supervision (Street Maintenance Operator I) or general supervision (Street Maintenance Operator II), performs semi-skilled to skilled maintenance, repair, and construction work assigned to the streets division; operates maintenance and construction tools and equipment; performs a variety of maintenance tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Street Maintenance Operator I: This is the entry level class in the Street Maintenance Operator series. This class is distinguished from the Street Maintenance Operator II by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to workers in this series. Employees at this level are not expected to perform with the same independence of direction and judgment on matters related to established procedures and guidelines as are positions allocated to the II level. Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees may have only limited or non directly related work experience. Employees work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks.

Street Maintenance Operator II: This is the full journey level class within the Street Maintenance Operator series. This class is distinguished from the Street Maintenance Operator I by the assignment of the full range of duties assigned. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

1. Handle complaints and answer questions from the public.

2. Perform general electrical, painting, plumbing and carpentry work as needed.

3. Make minor adjustments on service equipment; maintain tools and equipment in working order.

4. Oversee the work of community service workers.

5. Maintain logs of daily activities.

6. Assist in other areas as needed.

7. Perform related duties as required.

8. Repair and replace street surfaces, sidewalks, curbs, and gutters including back filling trenches and evacuations.

9. Perform the maintenance, repair, construction, and installation work of streets, storm drain, parking lots, street lights, traffic striping, and traffic control signs and signals.

10. Remove hazards from the roadway and other public rights of way.

11. Operate a variety of motorized equipment and specialized maintenance equipment.

12. Perform repaving, patching, overlaying, chuck hole, and crack sealing repair of asphalt.

13. Perform underground service alert locating, marking and notification.

14. Lay out and install traffic signs and pavement markings.

15. Repair and maintain storm drain lift stations.

16. Conduct traffic count surveys.

17. Maintain storm detention ponds, including cleaning, repairing, and spraying weeds.

18. Respond to hazardous materials spills.

Applications are being accepted for the position of Crisis Response Clinician I/II with the South San Francisco Police Department.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2025 AT 5:00 PM, OR UPON RECEIPT OF THE FIRST 100 ONLINE APPLICATIONS, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.

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

THE DEPARTMENT

The City of South San Francisco has 85 sworn and 37 civilian positions. The Department’s philosophy is one of participative management, with a high degree of emphasis on training and education. It employs team and community-oriented policing and problem-solving concepts and recognizes the importance of staying contemporary with technological advances. The Department acknowledges that the responsibility for public safety and the quality of life in our neighborhood is a responsibility shared with the whole community. 

A new state-of-the-art Police Department building and 9-1-1 Communications Center was built at 1 Chestnut Avenue, across the road from the former police building. The new Police Building includes a large training room for defensive tactics, a dedicated indoor firearms range, and progressive construction incorporating the latest in Police Station design concepts.  The 9-1-1 Communications center has the latest communications and dispatching technologies to provide improved service and response to South San Francisco residents. 

SSFPD Recruitment Video

THE POSITION

Under general supervision within the Police Department, responds to active crisis calls in collaboration with law enforcement and provides field and office based crisis intervention, behavioral health assessments and counseling, psychoeducation, outreach and engagement, transitional case management, consultation, and quality assurance review of assigned cases; works collaboratively with community service providers, behavioral health agencies, and law enforcement to connect individuals to appropriate resources; and performs related work as required or assigned.

This classification is uniquely distinguished by its principal responsibility to co-respond with law enforcement to emergency calls within the City that involve suspected mental health or behavioral health concerns. This integrated response model ensures a coordinated approach to crisis situations designed to improve outcomes for individuals experiencing psychological distress.

Employees in this position operate with a high degree of independence, judgment and initiative within established departmental policies and procedures. While this position does not include direct supervisory responsibilities, the clinician may provide guidance and training to other personnel, community partners or service providers. Incumbents receive general supervision from a Police Lieutenant and administrative direction from a Police Captain within the Police Department’s Services Division.

A Crisis Response Clinician I is in a pre-licensed status, has completed some of the requirements and must practice under supervision while working towards full licensure. A Crisis Response Clinician II is a licensed clinician who has completed all requirements for professional practice, including education, supervised hours, and exams and can practice independently. A Clinician I shall, upon receipt of the requisite licensure with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences or California Board of Psychology, be advanced to a Clinician II.