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PEOPLE FIRST – Conduct fair, accurate and transparent elections to increase public participation and confidence

The San Mateo County Registration & Elections Division is seeking seasonal Election Worker - Office Assistants to assist in the upcoming November 3, 2020 Presidential General Election. The Elections Division is a fast-paced environment.  This is an excellent opportunity to work with a group of dynamic, well-organized, and highly efficient individuals committed to the democratic process.

We are currently seeking dedicated and hard-working individuals for the temporary, full-time position of Office Assistant to be hired into one of five areas:

Clerical Support/Vote by Mail

• Data entry
• Assembling election supplies
• Assembling and processing of Vote by Mail ballot packets
• Counting ballots
• Operating voting equipment

Customer Service/Phone Bank

• Assisting voters in finding election material and understanding their voting opportunities over the phone

Outreach Services

• Demonstrating voting equipment
• Registering voters
• Presenting information about the upcoming election

Voting Equipment

• Helping function test voting equipment
• Assisting in delivery and pickup of voting equipment at Vote Centers

 
Supplies

• Inventorying and packing/unpacking Vote Center supplies
• May also help with delivering supplies to Vote Centers           

 
Fluency in Spanish, Mandarin and/or Cantonese, Tagalog/Filipino, Korean, Burmese, Hindi, or Japanese preferred in Customer Service/Phone Bank and Outreach Services but not required.
 
The Election Worker is classified as an Office Assistant. The hourly wage for the Election Worker - Office Assistant is $19.88.

NOTE: This is an extra-help, at-will assignment, paid on an hourly basis. Extra help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment. Overtime is expected.     

IMPORTANT: The County of San Mateo has implemented best-practice guidelines in response to the COVID-19 pandemic to ensure safety of the general public and staff. Such measures include, but are not limited to, enforcing social distancing and providing staff with personal protective equipment, such as gloves, hand sanitizer, face masks, and sneeze guards.                                                  

PEOPLE FIRST – Conduct fair, accurate, and transparent elections to increase public participation and confidence. 
 
The San Mateo County Registration & Elections Division is seeking full-time, seasonal, extra-help Election Materials Proofreaders to assist in the upcoming November 3, 2020 Presidential General Election. This is an excellent nonpartisan opportunity to be involved in the election process!

Note:  This Job Announcement was edited on June 4, 2020, to indicate the English Proofreader positions have been filled.

We are currently seeking dedicated and hard-working individuals for the position of Proofreader. Proofreaders will be hired into one of two areas (please specify in your application which position you are seeking).

• Spanish Proofreading
• Chinese Proofreading

Examples Of Duties

All Proofreaders will be responsible for proofreading and/or translating election materials leading up to established election deadlines. Proofreaders will review, edit, and proofread documents for accuracy, context, readability, and syntax. Depending on shelter-in-place orders, proofreaders will work on-site at the Registration & Elections Division at 40 Tower Road in San Mateo.
 
Examples of projects and materials needing to be proofread include, but are not limited to:

• Sample Ballot & Voter Information Pamphlet
• Official Ballot
• Accessible Vote by Mail
• Website content
• Legal documents
• Letters, flyers, and other notices to voters
• Video scripts

The Proofreader is classified as an Office Specialist. The hourly wage for the Election Materials Proofreader – Office Specialist position is $25.23.

NOTE: This is an extra-help, at-will assignment, paid on an hourly basis. Some extra-help positions are eligible for benefits under the Affordable Care Act. Extra-help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment.
 
IMPORTANT: The County of San Mateo has implemented best-practice guidelines in response to the COVID-19 pandemic to ensure safety of the general public and staff. Such measures include, but are not limited to, enforcing social distancing and providing staff with personal protective equipment, such as gloves, hand sanitizer, face masks, and sneeze guards.

Successful candidates for the Proofreader positions will have a Bachelor's degree and at least six-months experience proofreading documents and/or translating in Spanish, and/or Chinese.  A background in proofreading, editing, journalism, translating, or another related field is preferred with technical skills that include strong bilingual skills in English and Spanish or English and Chinese. Competency in the Microsoft Office Suite: SharePoint, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and Word, and competency in Adobe PDF are necessary for success.

PEOPLE FIRST – Conduct fair, accurate and transparent elections to increase public participation and confidence 

The San Mateo County Registration & Elections Division is seeking seasonal Election Worker - Office Specialists to assist in the upcoming November 3, 2020 Presidential General Election. The Elections Division is a fast-paced environment; this is an excellent opportunity to work with a group of dynamic, well-organized and highly efficient individuals committed to the democratic process.

We are currently seeking dedicated and hard-working individuals for the temporary, full-time position of Office Specialist to be hired into:
 

1. Vote Center Trainer
2. Vote Center Tech Support

Vote Center Trainer

• Training Vote Center Representatives on how to use voting equipment to assist voters
• Supervising Vote Center staff and communicating with headquarters
• Identifying uniquely skilled staff for special assignments
   

Vote Center Tech Support

• Helping to test equipment that will be used at Vote Centers
• Visiting Vote Centers and testing connections
• Troubleshooting equipment issues in the field

NOTE: This is an extra-help, at-will assignment, paid on an hourly basis. Extra help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment. Overtime is expected.  The hourly wage starts at $25.23.

IMPORTANT: The County of San Mateo has implemented best-practice guidelines in response to the COVID-19 pandemic to ensure safety of the general public and staff. Such measures include, but are not limited to, enforcing social distancing and providing staff with personal protective equipment, such as gloves, hand sanitizer, face masks, and sneeze guards.

Ideal Vote Center Tech Support candidates will have computer experience and have attention to detail. Vote Center Trainer candidates will have strong public speaking abilities, computer proficiency, and previous knowledge of vote center procedures and the live vote center application.  

Critical skills for all election worker office specialist positions include the ability to prioritize work, learn new jobs tasks quickly, and understand and carry out oral and written directions.

Office hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. These positions may require weekend and evening work assignments. The selected individuals must be available for entire employment period until the completion of their assignment.

The Elections Division is an exciting, fast-paced environment, especially as elections approach. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a group of dynamic, well-organized, and highly efficient individuals committed to the democratic process. More information about the organization is available on the Elections Division website www.smcacre.org.

PEOPLE FIRST – Conduct fair, accurate and transparent elections to increase public participation and confidence

The San Mateo County Registration & Elections Division is seeking seasonal Office Specialists to work as Vote Center Trainers (Office Specialist) to assist in the upcoming November 3, 2020 Presidential General Election. The Elections Division is a fast-paced environment; this is an excellent opportunity to work with a group of dynamic, well-organized and highly efficient individuals committed to the democratic process.

We are currently seeking dedicated and hard-working individuals for the temporary, full-time position of Vote Center Trainer to be hired for the following duties:

• Deliver training to Vote Center Representatives on San Mateo County Elections Procedure, Vote Center set-up and voter assistance.
• Facilitate hands-on training scenarios for Vote Center staff.
• Identify uniquely-skilled staff for special assignments.
• Set up, restore and restock the classroom between training classes.
• Communicate any notes from the Vote Center Representatives regarding policy, equipment or supplies to the Training Supervisor.

Vote Center Training is expected to begin around the end of September. Those hired can expect to work for approximately eight weeks including on-site job training, teaching classes and working at a 4-day Vote Center as a Vote Center Lead. The last expected day of employment will be Election Day, November 3, 2020.
 
Training is held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily during the period of operation. Daily schedules may include reporting to unit supervisors before a session or staying after training to complete further work. These positions may require evening and/or weekend work assignments.
 
NOTE: This is an extra-help, at-will assignment, paid on an hourly basis. Extra help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment. Hourly wage: $25.23.
 
IMPORTANT: The County of San Mateo has implemented best-practice guidelines in response to the COVID-19 pandemic to ensure safety of the general public and staff. Such measures include, but are not limited to: enforcing social distancing, and providing staff with personal protective equipment, such as gloves, hand sanitizer, face masks and cleaning the classroom and equipment between training sessions.

Ideal Vote Center Trainer candidates will have strong public speaking abilities, past teaching or training experience with adult learners, computer proficiency and previous knowledge of vote center procedures, vote center applications and equipment.
 
Critical skills for all election worker office specialist positions include the ability to prioritize work, learn new jobs tasks quickly, and understand and carry out oral and written directions.
 
The selected individuals must be available for the entire employment period until the completion of their assignment.
 
The Elections Division is an exciting, fast-paced environment, especially as elections approach. More information about the organization is available on the Elections Division website www.smcacre.org.

PEOPLE FIRST – Conduct fair, accurate and transparent elections to increase public participation and confidence

The San Mateo County Registration & Elections Division is seeking seasonal Election Vote Center Representatives (Office Assistant I) to assist in the upcoming November 3, 2020 Presidential General Election. Vote Centers have replaced polling places as in-person voting sites and offer additional services over a longer period of time. This position requires the ability to operate a computer and computer applications/software quickly and accurately.  

We are currently seeking dedicated and hard-working individuals for the temporary, full-time position of Vote Center Representative to be hired for the following duties:

1. Use a computer to verify voter eligibility.
2. Provide information about the upcoming election.
3. Guide voters on use of electronic ballot marking devices.
4. Operate/troubleshoot voting equipment.
5. Provide in-person customer service including assisting voters to register to vote and assisting voters in casting a ballot.
6. Issue ballots.
7. Maintain accurate files and records.
8. Secure Election materials and supplies.

Several, but not all, Vote Center Representatives require fluency in Spanish, Mandarin and/or Cantonese, Tagalog/Filipino Korean, Burmese, Hindi, or Japanese.
 
Vote Centers will be open for four to eleven days. Those hired can expect to work approximately 7 – 15 days including training.
 
Vote Center Representatives will work 5 days per week and 8 hours per day. This assignment will include weekends and potentially 2 or more evenings. On Election Day, Vote Center Representatives will work from 6:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. or later if necessary.
 
Vote Center hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily during the period of operation, including weekends and holidays, and 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Election Day, November 3, 2020.  These positions may require evening work assignments.
 
Personal protective equipment and sanitizing supplies will be provided to staff to be used in the Vote Centers and protective measures will be implemented to ensure the safety of Vote Center Representatives, as well as the public.
 
NOTE: This is an extra-help, at-will assignment, paid on an hourly basis. Extra help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment. Hourly wage starts at: $21.02

IMPORTANT: The County of San Mateo has implemented best-practice guidelines in response to the COVID-19 pandemic to ensure safety of the general public and staff. Such measures include, but are not limited to, enforcing social distancing and providing staff with personal protective equipment, such as gloves, hand sanitizer, face masks, and sneeze guards.

Ideal candidates will have a minimum of one year of general clerical, office assistant, phone services or computer experience, and a close attention to detail. Vote Center hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily during the period of operation, including weekends and holidays, and 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Election Day, November 3, 2020. These positions may require evening work assignments.

The position requires basic addition and subtraction. Vote Center representatives must be proficient in the operation of a computer and computer software and applications.

Applicants with past experience as Poll Workers or Vote Center Representatives are strongly encouraged to apply.

Eleven-day Vote Centers will open on October 24, 2020, and four-day Vote Centers will open on October 31, 2020. Once opened, Vote Centers will remain operational through November 3, 2020.
 
Critical skills for all Vote Center positions include the ability to prioritize work, coordinate several activities, organize and maintain accurate files and records, and understand and carry out oral and written directions. 

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.

The City of San Bruno is seeking

Lifeguard/Swim Instructor (Seasonal)

Filing Deadline:   Continuous until filled 
Hourly Salary:     $14.47 - $18.65 (Lifeguard, Swim Instructor)
                               $15.63 - $20.41 (WSI Certified)
 

The Position

The City of San Bruno is seeking self-motivated, energetic, responsible individuals interested in employment as lifeguards and swim instructors.  Under the direction of the Pool Manager, lifeguards are responsible for monitoring swimmers in the pool area, enforcing pool rules and regulations, preventing accidents and rescuing swimmers in distress during public swim sessions. Swim Instructors are responsible for teaching swim lessons to children 6 months up to adults. Evening and weekend work is required. 

Minimum Qualifications

Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Training and CPR for the Professional Rescuer certifications are necessary and Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification is desired
Minimum age is 15 years old (students under 18 will be required to obtain a Student Work Permit)
Must be available for mandatory staff training  June 1 - 12, 2020
Must be available for summer aquatics season  June 15 – Sept. 20, 2020  

No more than 10 days of vacation allowed. 

How to Apply

Interested applicants may apply by submitting an application on CalOpps.org. Applications will be reviewed and the most qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview. Applications will be accepted until job is filled.

The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and as such does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, gender, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices.  If you require special accommodations, please contact us to discuss your needs.

The City of San Bruno Recreation Services Division is recruiting for

Recreation Leader I/II
(Part-Time, Temporary)

$13.50 — $18.29 per hour 

Application Deadline:  Continuous

The Position

City of San Bruno Community Services Department is currently recruiting for part-time, temporary Recreation Leaders for the summer programs. This is a wonderful opportunity for candidates who are interested in planning and implementing fun activities for children. Candidates must have a flexible schedule and work 20-30 hours per week, which may include days, evenings, and Saturdays to meet the scheduling needs of the Community Services Department. 

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for an excellent role model for children and someone who enjoys leading exciting activities, sports, and games in a fun and safe environment,  

How to Apply

Interested applicants may apply by submitting an application on CalOpps.org. Applications will be reviewed and the most qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview. Conditions of employment include fingerprint clearance (for applicants 18 years and over) and tuberculosis clearance prior to appointment. 

If you are currently a CalPERS retired annuitant, please note that there are employment guidelines outlined by CalPERS. Before applying, please read the CalPERS guide “Employment After Retirement” at the following link:
https://www.calpers.ca.gov/docs/forms-publications/employment-after-retirement.pdf

Application Deadline:  Continuous

The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and as such does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, gender, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other class protected by law, in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices.
 

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.

Please click on the PDF link below to review the complete job announcement.

Update 3/24/2020: At this time, we will only accept online applications.

The City of Lincoln is hiring for the seasonal and part-time position of Water Safety Instructor within the Recreation Department.  This position performs a variety of duties to supervise the pool, decks, and additional areas of an aquatic facility; candidates must be able to work various days, weekends and evenings.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Include but are not limited to the following:

• Maintain constant surveillance as assigned to safeguard swimmers from drowning and other accidents.
• Maintain discipline and orderly conduct among patrons and enforce all pertinent City pool rules and regulations in order to maintain a safe environment. 
• Promote and enforce water safety procedures; effect swimming rescues; render first aid and CPR as required. 
• Assist in the planning, promoting and organizing of prescribed Red Cross programs and special events. 
• Perform pool facility maintenance functions as required. 
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service. 
• Conduct classes at all participant levels (beginning through advanced) and supervise students and swim lesson aide.  
• Perform related duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Perform heavy manual labor; learn to operate a variety of equipment; work with tools related to recreational maintenance. The position requires sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. The incumbent needs to have the ability to hear and speak for purposes of communication. The position also requires both near and far vision when administering programs and operating equipment. The need to lift, carry and push equipment and supplies weighing 25 pounds or more is also required. The incumbent in this outdoor position works in all weather conditions, including wet, hot, and cold.

KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/SKILLS
The following are a representative sample of the KAS’s necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

Knowledge of: Principles and techniques of swimming instruction for various age groups; principles and practices of water safety and swimming rescue techniques; proper stroke mechanics; principles and techniques of CPR and first aid; practices and methods of public relations and customer service; techniques and principles of effective interpersonal communication.

Ability to: On a continuous basis, know and understand operations and observe safety rules’ walk; swim with proficiency and endurance; render life saving measures; interpret policies and procedures, and explain operations and problem solve issues for the public and with staff. 
Intermittently set up equipment, move and carry supplies and equipment; lift or carry weight of 45 pounds or less; prevent accidents and conduct effective rescues; understand and translate City policies and practices into everyday working practices; make sound decisions and solid problem solving methods; respond to emergency situations in a calm and effective manner; administer first aid and CPR; prepare reports, course records, and lesson plans; maintain accurate and up-to-date records; work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions; understand and carry out written and oral directions; communicate tactfully with customers; communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing; promote and enforce safety procedures including proper use of equipment; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

THE SELECTION PROCESS
The process may include an in-basket exercise, individual interviews, panel interviews and/or other related components.  Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to the process. The candidate selected for the position will be required to complete a background check including reference checks, fingerprint check, medical/drug-test evaluation and/or other related components.

Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities.  Please advise HR of any special needs a minimum of five days in advance of the selection process exam by calling (916) 434-3229. The City of Lincoln is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.