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The Parks Division of the Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services is recruiting to fill multiple full-time Gardener positions available in various park districts. Under direct supervision of the Parks Facilities Supervisor, Gardeners are responsible for performing various gardening and grounds keeping duties in parks, municipal grounds, and trails within a Regional Park or Park District. Candidates must be willing and able to work weekends, holidays and/or other shifts as needed.

Duties of the Gardener position include, but are not limited to:

• Inspecting shrubs, trees, and various landscaped areas for insect/disease problems and fertilization requirements.
• Determining the type and amount of applications required.
• Applying fertilizers, insecticides, herbicides, and other chemicals as needed.
• Determining appropriate irrigation required for turf, plants, shrubs, and trees.
• Planting, cultivating and transplanting areas within the park's landscaping as required.
• Operating a broad range of equipment such as; tractors with attachments, various types of trucks, backpack blowers, turf sweepers, lawn rollers, aerators, renovators, thatchers, mowers, power edgers, sprayers, rototillers, power augers, power sod cutters, power brush cutters, fertilizer spreaders, and other equipment and hand tools used in grounds maintenance.
• Checking and monitoring areas, equipment, and operations for safety, cleanliness, and security.
• Assisting visitors to public areas with basic information and directions as requested.
• Providing lead direction to classifications such as Groundsworker, Maintenance Assistant, and court referred program participants or volunteers.
• Duties will also include preparing routine reports (oral and written) and data entry using work order system.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third-party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose’s website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers.

The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience. In addition to the starting salary, employees in this Park Manager classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation.

City Association of Management Personnel, IFPTE, Local 21 (CAMP) represents this position. Click here to view contract information. 

Happy Hollow Park & Zoo (HHPZ) and Emma Prusch Farm Park (EPFP) Position

PRNS is seeking a Parks Manager for Happy Hollow Park & Zoo (HHPZ) and Emma Prusch Farm Park (EPFP). This senior level manager oversees and park operations, maintenance, animal care and outdoor nature programming at HHPZ and EPFP. The Parks Manager is also responsible for oversight of all business operations of HHPZ including amusement park ride operations, concessions, and guest services. In this context, specific areas of responsibility will include the development and administration of operating and revenue budgets, recruitment and supervision of staff, contract management and all business aspects of both destinations.

This position directly supervises an amusement park, business operations, and maintenance staff, education and conservation programming and animal care for Happy Hollow Park & Zoo, and Emma Prusch Farm Park.

This senior level manager will play a key role in developing and advancing plans to operate and maintain HHPZ and EPFP. This will involve coordinating a large, diverse set of stakeholders including operations staff within PRNS, counterparts in other departments, such as the Public Works Department; City Council members and commissioners; and, external stakeholders, such as vendors, contractors, corporate partners, community based

organizations, and park foundations.

With this in mind, the City is seeking a strong, innovative, and politically sensitive leader to juggle numerous priorities in a way that promotes PRNS as a national leader in Parks and Recreation. Key near-term projects will include oversight of the following:

• • Developing and maintaining a strategic partnership with the Happy Hollow Park and Zoo Foundation, and multiple non-profit partners at Emma Prusch Farm Park;
  • Develop and promote HHPZ’s memberships, concessions, and other revenue generating programs and service packages in order to attract and retain a strong customer base;
  • Large and small Capital Improvement projects for HHPZ and EPFP; including animal exhibit renovation, historical site preservation and facility infrastructure projects;
  • Zoo enhancement projects including development of new exhibits and acquisition of new animals to make HHPZ a nationally recognized leader in zoo programming and conservation;
  • Installation of an inclusive playground at EPFP, management of multiple horticulture and agricultural sites and facilitation of the mission and vision of both Destinations with a focus on accessibility and equality.

Parks Division Operations Team Position

PRNS is seeking a Parks Manager for its Parks Division Operations Team. This senior level manager oversees an $8.6 million dollar and is responsible for Region 1 operating area, which includes 166 parks and facilities, and covering over 800 acres of parkland located throughout the City’s Council Districts 1,2,6,7,8,9 and 10.

This position directly supervises an operations staff, including a three Parks Facilities Supervisors, who oversee a total program crew of 46 full time staff, and 13.02 full time equivalent of part time staff. Together, the group is charged with maintaining and operating parks, providing park ranger services and leisure programs, and collecting park fees.

This senior level manager will play a key role in developing and advancing plans to operate and maintain parks throughout the positions assigned area. This will involve coordinating a large, diverse set of stakeholders including operations staff within PRNS, counterparts in other departments, such as the Public Works Department; City Council members and commissioners; and, external stakeholders, such as vendors, contractors, corporate partners, community based organizations, and "Friends of... " groups.

With this in mind, the City is seeking a strong, innovative, and politically sensitive leader to juggle numerous priorities in a way that promotes PRNS as a national leader in Parks and Recreation. Key near-term projects will include oversight of the following:

• • Oversite of installation of automatic irrigation system
  • Implementation of Park Maintenance standards
  • Renovations of various sports fields;
  • Support amenity-based data metrics for the Business Intelligence Program; and
  • Facility improvements, repairs, and renovations of parks. 

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this department. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment. 

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

     Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third-party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose’s website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers. 

     The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience.  In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Public Information Representative classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay. 

     Annual Salary Ranges

     Public Information Representative I: $67,412.80 - $82,056

     Public Information Representative II: $74,401.60 - $90,438.40

     Municipal Employees’ Federation (MEF), AFSCME, Local 101 represents this position. Click here to view contract information.

     PBCE seeks a talented Web & Social Media Coordinator who would enjoy working with our large team of urban planners, building permit staff, and code enforcement staff for the goal of creating and disseminating attractive, easy-to-understand information that benefits the well-being of residents and businesses of San José.

     This is a career opportunity to deeply exercise and grow your web management and social media skills while learning about how our city is planned, built, and protected. As you gain command of this position over time, you will be relied upon to lead the process for ongoing improvements to the website and to strategically lead the department’s social media for disseminating public information and encouraging engagement. The Web & Social Media Coordinator is overseen and guided by the PBCE Public Information Manager and will enjoy the support and guidance from web and social media coordinators in other departments.

     Selection Process

     The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process.  Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews, one of which may include a practical/writing exercise.

     You will be prompted to answer the following job-specific questions during the online application process.  Please note that there is a 4,000-character limit, including spaces, for each text response.

     - Please list any degrees you possess, including specific area of study and institution from which it was obtained. If you do not have a related degree provide a detailed explanation of your education and experience that qualifies you for this position.

     Note: Per the Public Information Representative I Minimum Qualifications Acceptable Substitution section, additional years of professional experience in public relations, public information or other related experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis up to two years.

     - Describe any relevant progressively responsible professional public information, marketing, or public relations related experience. Include dates of employment, name of employer(s), job title, and primary duties.  

     - Describe your experience with designing, managing, or maintaining a website or website-related project for up to two (2) projects. For each project, answer the following:

     a.  What was the goal of the website and who was the target audience?

     b.  What was your role on the website?

     c.  How many months or years did you work in your role?

     d.  What is the underlying website platform/application?

     e.  What tools, if any, did you use in creating or managing the website, e.g., Photoshop, etc.?

     f.  You will be asked to show examples of your social media work and provide any links below.

     - Describe your experience designing and managing social media to support an agency’s publicity needs. Provide up to two (2) examples of experience. For each example description, answer the following:

     a.  What was the goal of the social media, who was the target audience, and which platforms did you use?

     b.  What was your role on producing the social media?

     c.  How many months or years did you work in this role?

     d.  What tools, if any, did you use in creating the social media, e.g., HootSuite, Canva, etc.

     e.  You will be asked to show examples of your social media work and provide any links below.

     - Which of the following computer programs and platforms are you proficient in using? (Select all that apply)

     *

          + Photoshop

          + Illustrator

          + InDesign

          + HootSuite

          + Twitter

          + Facebook

          + Instagram

          + Nextdoor

          + Microsoft Office Suite

          + Other

          + None of the Above

     - Answer the following questions for each selected computer program/platform:

     a.  What classes or trainings have you completed for each program?

     b.  How many years have you been using each program?

     c.  On a scale of 1 to 10 with 1 being beginner and 10 being expert, rate your knowledge and skill with each program.

     - Do you have an online portfolio, or can you provide links to examples of your work? Please provide the links. If not, send examples of your work to lisa.harding@sanjoseca.gov by September 30, 2020 at 11:59 PM.

     You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. 

     If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Lisa Harding via email at lisa.harding@sanjoseca.gov

THE PROCESS

This temporary, part-time position is available now and is expected to continue through June 30, 2020. The position is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. To be considered for this opportunity, please apply online through www.calopps.org. Responses to supplemental questions are required with the online application.

THE POSITION

The Park Maintenance Worker I will work in the Parks Division within the Public Works Department, performing semi-skilled and skilled labor to: maintain turf, trees, shrubs, groundcover, top dressings, irrigation systems, playground equipment, park furnishings, restrooms, and sport field equipment; operate and understands basic maintenance procedures for various power turf equipment, including but not limited to mowers of various sizes, edgers, blowers, chainsaws, and related equipment as required; perform a wide variety of skilled tasks involving the use of power equipment and hand tools in the areas of park and grounds maintenance, irrigation system installation, programming, and maintenance, tree/shrub trimming maintenance; perform the installation, maintenance and repair of various parks and grounds improvements, planting and trimming of trees/shrubs; understand fertilizer and herbicide products and application related to turf and ornamental plant care; and may performs other related duties as assigned.

The normal work schedule will be 20 hours per week (0.5 FTE), with the specific schedule determined based on the needs of the Division. The ideal candidate should like working cooperatively to accomplish established work goals and have an interest in providing the public with exceptional customer service. Attention to detail and commitment to safety requirements and practices are essential.

Date Posted:            September 17, 2020

Classification:          COORDINATOR, EARLY LEARNING QUALITY AND INCLUSION
                                   Open recruitment

Work Schedule:       8 hours per day (8:00AM – 5:00PM);
                                   5 days per week (Monday – Friday);
                                 12 months per year
 

Salary Range:          Step A                   Step B                   Step C                  Step D                 Step E
(monthly)               starting                   6 mos                  18 mos                 30 mos               42 mos
                                $10,313                $10,906                 $11,533               $12,197               $12,899

Benefits:  Total Compensation Package:  Placement on salary schedule.  If a medical plan is selected, the employee will receive a contribution of $1,075.00/month toward the selected medical plan (through CalPERS), Delta Dental, and Life Insurance.  The employee pays the balance of their health premiums from their gross earnings on a pre-tax basis.  If a medical plan is not selected, employees will receive a contribution of $300.00/month toward single coverage for Delta Dental, and Life Insurance.  A vision plan (VSP) is also available.  Employees pay the worker contribution to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

Current Vacancy:     Educational Services Division; Early Learning Support Services Department;
                                   101 Twin Dolphin Drive; Redwood City, CA  94065

Application Deadline:          Friday, October 2, 2020     (application and supplemental application must be received online, or in the Personnel Office by 4:00PM)

Job Summary:  Under the direction of the Executive Director of Early Learning Support Services (ELSS), plan, organize and manage the operations and activities of early learning quality improvement initiatives with a focus on supporting children with special needs and disabilities; provide leadership and coordinate communications, meetings, budgets, grants, data collection, and project reporting requirements, collaborate with program staff, schools, and community partners in project planning, implementation and project evaluation activities; serve as a technical resource and liaison to staff and community partners on early learning initiatives; supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.

Essential Job Functions:              

• Ensure quality preschool services for all children by implementing project objectives that promote significant improvement in school readiness and achievement of children of color, children living in poverty, English learners and children with special needs and disabilities
• Work with the ELSS Executive Director in managing the initiatives, including budget development, compliance monitoring, data and fiscal reporting
• Plan, organize, and manage the timely and effective implementation of initiative’s operations and activities including services provided by subcontractors and consultants
• Work with staff and partner agencies to implement and refine initiative goals and objectives; coordinate the development of policies, procedures, and plans for human and resource allocations
• Develop subcontract documents and serve as lead for subcontractor and consultant agreements needed to implement the initiatives
• Provide leadership, coordinate and facilitate communications, meetings, reporting functions, partnerships and information
• Provide consultation and technical assistance to subcontractors, administrators, and personnel and outside agencies; respond to inquiries, assure proper and timely resolution of issues or concerns related to initiatives policies and procedures, and modify services to ensure compliance with required standards
• Research information and prepare project funding proposals; develop, write and review agreements with outside service providers; participate in contract monitoring procedures and ensure subcontractor compliance with project policies and procedures
• Prepare and maintain a variety of records, reports and files related to financial activity, budgets, grants, contracts, meetings, and assigned duties; assure mandated reports are submitted to appropriate administrator, funding agency or governmental organization in accordance with established time lines and requirements
• Establish, develop and maintain partnerships with community resources and outside agencies to facilitate and enhance support the Early Learning field
• Plan, schedule, coordinate and arrange meetings according to established time lines and requirements; prepare and develop meeting agendas; assure proper recording of meeting minutes; attend and participate in The Big Lift and other meetings related to Quality Improvement Initiatives; present materials, data, research and information related to needs, issues, operations and activities
• Develop annual preliminary budgets for Quality Improvement Initiative contracts; analyze financial data and reports and authorize expenditures
• Provide consultation and technical assistance to contractors, personnel, administrators, outside agencies and others relating to Early Learning quality initiatives’ services; respond to inquiries and provide detailed and technical information
• Monitor the quality of preschool programs participating in Quality Initiatives to assure compliance with established standards, requirements and contract specifications; visit preschool sites to observe classroom activities, confer with assigned consultants and staff, provide technical support, review documentation and assure child development needs are being met; identify and assure proper and timely resolution of compliance issues
• Develop, implement and conduct staff development, and public information activities concerning Early Learning Quality Improvement Initiatives; prepare and deliver oral and written presentations using a variety of media, to explain related principles, theories, standards, guidelines, requirements, practices, procedures and techniques
• Maintain current knowledge of educational methods, research, practices and standards related to quality early childhood education and related laws, codes, and regulations
• Participate in a variety of community outreach activities to facilitate and enhance community awareness of Early Learning Quality Improvement Initiatives; prepare and distribute a variety of promotional and informational materials
• Manage assigned contracts and grants and budgets and reports to funders on contract deliverables
• Act as project liaison within the community representing both the County Office of Education and Big Lift program
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel

Qualifications:  Any combination of education and experience providing the job knowledge, skills, and ability for successful job performance will be considered for positions in this classification.  Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

EDUCATION:   Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Human Development, Social Science or related field.  A special education degree or specialization, and a CA Child Development permit are preferred.

EXPERIENCE:   Three to four years of professional-level experience in an organization serving at-risk families with young children including responsibility for program coordination, project planning and management, fiscal oversight, grants management, and project evaluation.

LICENSE:         Possession of/or ability to attain a valid California Driver’s License

Specialized Skills and Knowledge:     

Knowledge of:

• Administration and Management - Program planning, project management, budget development, fiscal accountability, compliance monitoring, supervision and staff development, performance evaluation; fundraising and grant writing; project recordkeeping and reporting
• Professional Development - Coaching/mentoring strategies; training techniques; training content development; meeting facilitation
• Early Learning Educational Practices - Research and best practices in early learning and the childcare landscape in California including licensing requirements; education alignment strategies within the pre-K learning environment; CA Preschool Learning Foundations and Curriculum Frameworks; state and federal subsidy programs, and existing quality improvement systems and programs
• Educational and Programmatic Assessment – Methods of child screening, observation and assessment including the California Desired Results Developmental Profile System, and methods of early learning program improvement including Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) frameworks
• Program Evaluation – Current research tools and standards for measuring quality in early learning programs and services; data systems, data collection, analysis and reporting
• Collective Impact - Collaborative partnership development strategies
• Communications - Communication and information dissemination strategies techniques. Written, oral, social and visual media options

Skill/Ability to:

• Project Coordination – Develop scope of work to meet initiative goals and objectives; establish service activity timelines and measurable outcomes; establish collaborative partnerships with community agencies
• Active Listening/Learning – Give full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand points being made and asking questions as appropriate; understand implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making
• Training/Coaching - Identify the developmental/coaching needs of others; develop training programs or classes; deliver instruction to improve knowledge and skills; motivate, develop and direct people as they work
• Organizing/Planning/Problem Solving - Develop project goals and objectives; organize and prioritize project activities to accomplish objectives; analyze information, evaluate results and choose the best solution and solve problems; meet schedules and time lines
• Group Process – Facilitate group strategy and decision-making meetings; lead collective impact group participants to achieve desired results and outcomes
• Oral/Written Expression - Express complex information in an understandable and effective way; make public presentations and present seminars to small and large groups of people; write clearly, accurately and effectively
• Interpersonal - Establish rapport and maintain effective work relationships with diverse groups of people including children and families; work collaboratively and communicate effectively exhibiting tact and patience; navigate differences of opinion and resolve conflicts
• Technical - Manage data and create presentations using MS word, Excel, and PowerPoint software
• Supervision – Perform effective staff supervision, performance management and employee development

Physical Requirements:  Applicants must possess the physical abilities outlined below with or without accommodation.  San Mateo County Office of Education will consider reasonable accommodation requests.

• Vision sufficient to read a computer screen and small print in computer manuals
• Hearing sufficient to understand verbal communication over the phone or in person
• Speaking sufficient to communicate information over the phone and to both small and large groups of people
• Dexterity of hands and fingers sufficient to operate a computer keyboard
• Sitting/Standing for extended periods of time while on school site visits, conducting meetings, and delivering seminars

Examination Process:  The examination process for this classification will consist of:

1. Supplemental questionnaire (anticipated date- October 5, 2020)
2. A written examination (anticipated date- October 8, 2020)
3. An oral board examination (anticipated date- October 20, 2020)

Responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire will be scored, and must be completed for the application to be considered.

All work experience, education, training, and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline.  Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

APPLICATIONS COMPLETED IMPROPERLY MAY BE CAUSE FOR INELIGIBILITY, DISQUALIFICATION OR MAY LEAD TO LOWER SCORES.  It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure all attachments have been received by the analyst after submission and prior to the expiration of the deadline date and time. Applicants will not be contacted about missing documentation or attachments.

Applicants will only be contacted by email about this position during each phase of the recruitment; therefore, it is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that their registered email address is accurate and kept up-to-date and to check spam filter and junk email for updates for this recruitment. 

Applicants will need to pass each part of the examination process as outlined above to move forward through this recruitment.

NOTE:  Examination procedures subject to change as deemed necessary by the Executive Director, Personnel Commission Services.

Candidates who pass all of the examination processes are ranked on an eligibility list according to their score(s).  Selection for positions will be made from among the top three ranks of candidates.  The job eligibility list will be active for one (1) year unless it is abolished because of an insufficient number of available candidates.

Personnel Commission

101 Twin Dolphin Drive

Redwood City, CA  94065

650-802-5300

classifiedjobs@smcoe.org

https://www.smcoe.org/about/personnel-commission/

Proof of citizenship or legal status will be required upon offer of employment.

San Mateo County Office of Education provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons.  The recruitment, testing, and hiring of all personnel will be without regard to race, ancestry, national origin, age, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marriage status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, or veteran status.

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The City of Rocklin is looking for a part-time Senior Maintenance Worker to assist in the Parks Division of the Parks & Recreation Department. The work schedule will be based on the needs of the department working no more than 28 hours per week, not to exceed 999 hours in a fiscal year (July 1st through June 30th).  This is a temporary at-will position and does not offer benefits.   

As one of the largest providers of affordable housing in the Bay Area and a designated Moving To Work (MTW) agency, the award-winning Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is seeking talented individuals looking to make a difference in Silicon Valley.  SCCHA is an independent local government agency that administers the federal Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program for approximately 19,000 households and manages more than 2,000 units of affordable housing in Santa Clara County.

If you are looking to help solve one of the most significant problems in the Bay Area and want to be part of a collaborative, innovative organization dedicated to building a better Silicon Valley, then apply today!

Client Support and Outreach Representative

Closing Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Salary: $33.84 - $45.35/hourly DOQ

Under general supervision, provides prompt, courteous, general and technical support, and outreach duties; assists clients to navigate and effectively use software applications, including the Applicant Portal, Tenant Portal, and the Owner Portal as well as other electronic agency products and websites as applicable. Provides general technical support to clients, in person or via telephone, of the Santa Clara County Housing Authority (Agency); identifies software application outreach needs for the Agency’s clients and stakeholders; hosts and coordinates community outreach, workshops and trainings to applicable software users to promote the Agency’s goals related to the software applications; and performs related work as required.

This is a journey-level classification, in which the incumbent is responsible for hosting, coordinating community outreach, workshops and trainings to promote Agency goals related to the software applications, receives and processes clients request for assistance with software applications used in the Housing Department, including the Applicant Portal, Tenant Portal, and the Owner Portal. The Client Support and Outreach Representative receives only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and is fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit to which assigned and functions with a high degree of independent judgment and initiative.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides phone and in person support to clients who have questions or need assistance to navigate and effectively use the following software applications: Applicant Portal, Tenant Portal, and the Owner Portal as well as other electronic agency products and websites as applicable.
• Maintains SCCHA website related to the Section 8 program.
• Receives and evaluates requests for service, diagnoses problems, troubleshoots and implements remedial actions, researches documentation and determines solution, and resolves problems with software, security and accesses controls, and systems issues; including creating accounts and resetting passwords, documents and escalates issues to specialized or higher-level staff and/or vendor for resolution as appropriate.
• Receive, review and provide technical expertise with special cases and investigative reports, evaluate reports and issue official action, conduct or participate in informal administrative hearings as required.
• Writes and maintains user and technical operating instructions and documentation; provides training to users on software applications usage, basic computer/smart device navigation, and security practices and advise on best practices.
• Maintains information on scheduled systems maintenance, including upgrades and outages; informs users as needed.