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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!

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THE PROPERTY TAX DIVISION
The Property Tax Division of the County Controller's Office is responsible for computing tax rates based on assessed property values provided by the County Assessor, distributing property taxes to local taxing agencies and processing roll corrections and refunds. The Division also handles accounting for special districts.

The Property Tax Division Manager, under the Assistant Controller's direction, will oversee the responsibilities of the Division and the accounting services provided to the special districts. In this role, the Property Tax Division Manager will have the opportunity to work with and supervise a team of ten dedicated and experienced property tax personnel.

The Property Tax Division Manager position requires the ability to understand complex property tax law, provide this information to staff and incorporate changes into the property tax system. The ever-changing laws, rules and regulations require a keen ability to consider and solve-for the impacts the changes will make throughout the property tax system.  The person in this position should have demonstrated success is such collaborative efforts.

Duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Manage the annual calculation of debt service tax rates, annual tax levy, apportionments of all property tax dollars, and roll maintenance.
• Manage preparation and filing of periodic property tax reports.
• Address inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Be responsible for maintaining compliance with State laws and regulations.
• Ensure proper accounting of property tax transactions and of jurisdictional changes.
• Determine, track, and report budget and performance measurement standards for the division.
• Possess supervisory experience which includes hiring, training, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, and assigning work to staff.
• Maintain a cross-training program for staff development that provides backup support for the functions within the unit.
• Create, establish, revise and maintain written policies, procedures, and job instructions for all aspects of the Property Tax Division process.
• Research complex technical property tax related questions or issues and apply knowledge to designing and communicating viable solutions.
• Develop and maintain controls to ensure property tax apportionments, related schedules and work papers are computed accurately and timely.
• Analyze, evaluate and coordinate system programs and formulations and make appropriate recommendations to enhance current processes.
• Consult with management, officials from other government agencies and other interested parties on policies, practices and matters related to property tax administration.
• Monitor, review, and assess implications of changes in laws and regulations.
• Provide opinions and procedures for implementation of changes in laws and regulations.
• Manage the property tax system which includes collaborating with IT personnel to develop improvements, implement design changes, and design necessary training for the user community.
• Perform related work as required.

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Advanced principles and practices of financial administration and resource planning, including public budgeting and reporting.
• Advanced principles of financial forecasting and financial analysis.
• Theories, principles and practices of accounting and auditing and their application to governmental accounting.
• Generally accepted accounting principles and/or auditing standards including those specifically applicable to government agencies.
• Basic principles and practices of County-wide operations and its administration and organization.
• Advanced principles and practices of operational, financial and EDP auditing.
• Advanced principles and practices of management and organizational effectiveness.
• Principles of personnel training, supervision and evaluation.
• Relevant automated fiscal/financial information systems, applications and terminologies.
• Federal, State and local laws and regulations applicable to assigned area of responsibility as well as laws and regulations governing the financial operations of public agencies.

Skills/Ability to: 

• Plan, organize, manage, coordinate and evaluate the functions and staff of assigned division.
• Analyze and evaluate complex accounting, auditing, and/or financial problems, records and reports.
• Prepare clear and concise reports.
• Analyze, interpret, apply and explain related laws and regulations.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Coordinate activities with other departments, programs and/or outside agencies.
• Direct and participate in the analysis of a wide variety of highly complex administrative and operational problems and make effective operational and/or procedural recommendations.
• Develop, administer and interpret policies, guidelines and procedures related to the assigned program area.
• Plan, schedule and manage large scale projects.
• Negotiate agreement between differing individuals and groups of individuals, and utilize appropriate interpersonal style and methods of communication to gain acceptance, cooperation, or agreement of a plan, activity, and/or program idea.
• Work cooperatively with other County departments and public and private organizations.
• Perform complex mathematical and statistical calculations accurately.
• Prepare complex and detailed written reports, procedures, grant applications and contracts.
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.

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: 

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting, or Public Administration or a related field.
• Experience: Three years of increasingly responsible experience performing a wide variety of administrative, financial, or managerial duties in a large, complex public agency including at least one year of direct experience managing and/or supervising an accounting or auditing function related to assigned division.

Literacy Tutor – Student Coordinator

The Literacy Tutor – Student Coordinator will promote the awareness of a volunteer-based Literacy Training Program for adults in the City of Redwood City; recruit and train volunteers; recruit and place students; and serve as an advisor and resource to volunteer tutors.

Typical duties include, but are not limited to:

• Assist trainers to develop teaching methods appropriate to the program.
• Assist in recruiting students and volunteer tutors for the program.
• Select and purchase materials for use by volunteer tutors in teaching students enrolled in the program.
• Interview potential students, make preliminary assessment of their reading level; assign to appropriate tutors.
• Interview potential tutors, arrange for their training; assign students caseload.
• Consult with volunteer tutors individually and in groups to answer their questions and help them resolve difficulties which they may encounter.
• Monitor students’ progress with tutors and keep records of volunteer hours worked. Provide expert advice and support to volunteer tutors regarding teaching methods, appropriate materials, ways to deal with student problems, etc.
• Work with Program Director to promote Literacy Program in the community by making presentations to groups and at meetings.
• Contribute to publicity vehicles such as brochures, flyers, newsletters, etc.
• Establish various locations where literacy training can occur.

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Date Posted:           February 3, 2020

Classification:          BEHAVIOR INTERVENTION SPECIALIST
                                   Open recruitment

Work Schedule:       7.5 hours per day (8:00AM – 3:30PM);
                                      5 days per week (Monday – Friday);
                                    10 months per year

Salary Range:            Step A            Step B            Step C            Step D            Step E
(hourly)                    starting            6 mos           18 mos           30 mos          42 mos
                                   $45.82           $48.11            $50.52            $53.04           $55.69

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 $275.00/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:     Student Services Division; Special Education Department; K-12 Services;
                                    1290 Commodore Drive West; San Bruno, CA  94066

Application Deadline:          Open Until Filled

Job Summary:  Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, collaborate with classroom teachers and support staff to conduct behavioral assessments; design, implement and evaluate effectiveness of evidence based behavior support plans, including Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services, when appropriate, for identified students with autism and other behavioral challenges; provide training, support and assistance to staff and parents; create and implement staff development activities; consult with teachers, support staff and parents concerning each child’s behavioral strengths, needs, and progress.

Essential Job Functions:              

• Provide training, support and assistance to educational team and families to enhance understanding of student behavior, evidence based behavior support strategies, progress monitoring strategies, and ABA services; develop and implement professional development opportunities to enhance the behavior intervention skills of staff; assist in assuring that behavioral strategies, including ABA services when appropriate, follow established best practices, guidelines, standards, requirements, laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures
• Provide direct behavioral intervention to students; provide consultation and training in behavioral strategies including ABA practices; monitor student response to interventions and adapt intervention strategies as needed; conduct student observations as needed
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and support staff to conduct behavioral assessments; design, implement and evaluate effectiveness of evidence-based behavior support plans, including Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services, when appropriate, for identified students with autism and other behavioral challenges
• Train and provide guidance to assigned classified personnel to support implementation of student behavior plans; provide modeling, consultation, and coaching to para-professionals to promote fidelity of implementation of behavior plans
• Conduct functional behavioral assessments and utilize assessment data to support development of behavior intervention plans
• Communicate and confer with administrators, staff and parents to coordinate intervention activities, exchange information and resolve behavioral issues interfering with student success in the school setting
• Consult with teachers regarding the modification of classroom environments as needed
• Prepare and maintain a variety of comprehensive reports, records and files related to assigned activities; compile, prepare, and analyze statistical data
• Attend and conduct a variety of meetings and conferences related to assigned students and activities; participate in IFSP/IEP meetings, mediations and fair hearings; collaborate on IFSP/IEP goals
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures related to assigned activities
• Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software; drive a vehicle to various sites to conduct work

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:  Master's Degree in Education, Psychology, Behavioral Studies, Sociology or a related field

EXPERIENCE:  Two (2) years of experience designing and implementing positive behavioral intervention plans for students diagnosed with autism or other behavioral challenges desired

LICENSES:    > Board Certified Behavior Analyst (B.C.B.A.) certification
                      > Possession of/or ability to attain a valid California Driver’s License

Specialized Skills and Knowledge:     

• Knowledge of theory and techniques of Applied Behavior Analysis
• Ability to design, write, and support implementation of effective behavior support plans, including Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programming, utilizing data collection, service development, monitoring, and report writing
• Knowledge of current methodologies, communication systems and intensive data driven programs related to students with autism
• Ability to understand and relate to children with special needs
• Knowledge of positive behavioral intervention techniques
• Knowledge of trauma informed instructional practices
• Ability to share and demonstrate knowledge of behavioral analysis, trauma informed practice, positive discipline
• Knowledge of functional behavior assessment
• Ability to conduct comprehensive behavior assessments, including Functional Behavior Assessments, techniques, and evidence based behavior strategies, when appropriate
• Knowledge of instructional methods and techniques
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate educational goals and objectives
• Knowledge of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), and Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs)
• Ability to provide training and consultation to staff and parents
• Ability to plan and implement quality in-service programs for classroom teachers and staff
• Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
• Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures
• Ability to interpret, apply and explain applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures
• Knowledge of interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
• Knowledge of oral and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Knowledge of operation of a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software
• Ability to operate a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software
• Ability to prepare and maintain a variety of comprehensive reports, records and files
• Ability to plan and organize work
• Ability to meet schedules and timelines
• Ability to work independently with little direction

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.

• Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone
• Seeing to read a variety of materials
• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time
• Strength to lift and carry up to 30 pounds
• Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to assist students
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard

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

1.  A scored rating by a screening panel of application materials, including supplemental questionnaire, for education, training, experience, completeness, and accuracy
2.  An oral board examination

Only the highest qualified candidates will be invited to attend the examinations.
Applicants will be notified of screening and examination results by e-mail or letter.

Personnel Commission

101 Twin Dolphin Drive

Redwood City, CA  94065

650-802-5300

classifiedjobs@smcoe.org

http://www.smcoe.org/employees-and-employment/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.