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Under general supervision, performs a broad range of varied and challenging executive, technical and administrative support functions in support of a City department or the City Manager’s Office; may provide technical direction or supervision to clerical and administrative support staff; and does related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The Executive Assistant is distinguished from other office support positions in that it has more interaction with officials, commissioners, public and private representatives, and the general public and performs more challenging functions requiring greater problem-solving related to the organization and preparation of agenda reports, the review and compilation of data for management and staff reports, screening of inquiries and complaints, and the completion of independent research.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Duties include, but not limited to:
•Provides administrative support to department director or City Manager and City Council, and acts as staff liaison in screening visitors, answering callers, handling complaints, and directing electronic communications to appropriate parties.
•Schedules appointments and meetings, and arranges for travel or staff attendance at conferences, workshops, and professional associations.
•Coordinates and arranges for executive level or City official representation at programs, special events, and functions.
•Assists executives with preparation of agendas and staff reports and supporting documents for meeting and presentation purposes.
•Compiles budgetary data and tracks account expenditures; purchases office supplies and equipment and researches information regarding vendors, contractors, and consultants.
•Prepares and edits correspondence, staff reports and activity reports.
•Conducts surveys and replies to requests for data; researches City and departmental records; prepares tables and exhibits; explains policies and practices; draws conclusions and recommends actions.
•Provides direction to office support personnel, as assigned; explains departmental procedures and policies.
•Establishes and updates departmental records and archives and recommends how this information may be used in various reports.
•Administers contracts and requisitions for professional services, products, and a variety of other materials; oversees payments of invoices and claims.
•May provide administrative support to City Commission and/or professional associations by preparing agendas, taking minutes, researching items, and compiling, submitting and relaying presentational materials and information to members.
•May process and issue permits, specifications, citations, plan documents, and other legal-records, and explains City and departmental procedures and requirements.

FINAL DATE FOR FILING: March 8, 2019

THE POSITION 
Are you interested in gaining valuable work experience in the field of law enforcement? Look no further than the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office!

The San Mateo County Sheriff's Office is looking for up to fifteen summer interns to perform a variety of administrative functions in divisions throughout the Sheriff's Office. Participants in the 2019 Sheriff's Summer Internship Program will be expected to commit to the entire 12-week program from June 3, 2019 to August 23, 2019.

Each intern will work a maximum of 20 hours a week earning $16.00 per hour.

In order to apply, the following criteria must be met:

• Must be eligible to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must possess a high school diploma or educational equivalent
• Must successfully pass a thorough background investigation prior to employment

NOTE: Extra-help assignments are at-will and the employee is paid on an hourly basis. Some extra help positions are eligible for benefits under the Affordable Care Act. Extra-help workers are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the extra-help assignment.

Examples of Duties: 

• Support the assigned unit/division in its operations
• Answer telephones
• Proof reports and flyers
• Prepare materials for meetings and/or presentations
• Prepare correspondence
• Enter, analyze, and monitor data
• Maintain office supply inventory
• Scan and file documents
• Conduct inventories
• Develop and prepare forms, records, reports, spreadsheets and schedules
• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS 
Ideal Candidates will possess:

• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office)
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong customer service and teamwork skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Keen attention to detail
• Ability to quickly adapt to rapidly changing priorities
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to meet deadlines while working under pressure with frequent interruptions
• Desire to learn and share knowledge with others

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION 
Interested applicants must submit an online application, as well as attach your resume and cover letter.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.
 

At the County of San Mateo, we welcome and celebrate the diversity of our employees, and strive to create a workplace where they feel valued every day. County of San Mateo is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

POLICE OFFICER TRAINEE

$5,628/mo. + excellent benefits

NOW ACCEPTING PELLETB T-SCORES!

*See Below for more Info*

DEFINITION:  This is a non-sworn trainee position in which incumbents do not gain regular status. Promotion to Police Officer is contingent upon successful completion of the basic academy and review by the Chief of Police.  During training, incumbents do not have police powers but are subject to the rules and regulations of the Fontana Police Department and the police academy attended.  Incumbent may be assigned non-safety duties in the Police Department during training.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES: Must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship with educational achievement equal to the completion of an accredited US High School or a GED.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  Candidates must have the ability to:

• Successfully complete the basic police academy that includes classroom and field training.
• Accurately observe and remember names, faces, numbers, incidents, and places.
• Learn to use and properly care for firearms.
• Think and act quickly in emergencies, judge situations, and evaluate people accurately.
• Learn, understand, interpret, and apply laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and grammatically correct written reports.
• Meet the requirements for police officer contained in the California State Government Code.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of employment.
• Perform any other tasks or functions deemed necessary to the daily operations of the employer.

THE ABOVE LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY BY THE EMPLOYER.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement, and fine coordination in preparing reports using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near, far, and color vision in viewing crime scenes, evidence and firing a weapon. As a law enforcement officer, the incumbent may be required to run in pursuit and subdue suspects while taking them into custody; walk on uneven and slippery surfaces, and climb ladders. This position will be required to work outdoors in all weather conditions, around loud noise, and moving vehicles. Incumbents may also be subjected to physical threats, verbal abuse, and other stressful situations.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of, and continuously throughout employment, a valid CA Class “C” Driver's License.  Candidates must also satisfy the following:

AGE: At least 21 years of age upon completion of the basic police academy. 

MEDICAL STANDARDS: Must meet the standards recommended by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. 

SKILL IN: Physical Agility.

SELECTION PROCESS:  May include, but not limited to, a written test, physical agility test, department oral interview, thorough background investigation, pre-employment physical, psychological examination, and/or polygraph test.

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The Police Department is currently accepting applications from lateral Police Officer candidates with one or more years of sworn California law enforcement experience for the position of Police Officer. The Redwood City Police Department offers many opportunities for learning and long-term career growth in a city comprised of diverse residential and business communities. The objective for every Redwood City Police Officer is to protect life and property, proactively reduce crime and the fear of crime through the use of data-driven policing models, with an overarching operational philosophy of community policing as part of their mission to maintain a safe and connected community. The Redwood City Police Department is looking for professionals who strive to provide “excellent service with integrity and respect”.  Candidates with a demonstrated work history of high motivation and who have consistently strived for self-improvement are encouraged to apply.

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PUBLIC SAFETY COMMUNICATOR TRAINEE

Police Department

$5,450.08 - $6,806.42 Monthly and Excellent Benefits

5% Bilingual Pay (English/Spanish)

6% Holiday pay

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: Wednesday March 27, 2019 at 5:00p.m.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The City of Gilroy is recruiting for the position Public Safety Communicator Trainee in the Police Department. The Public Safety Communicator Trainee position is a full-time, at-will position trained to become a Public Safety Communicator for the Gilroy Police Department. The general goal of the Communications Unit is to provide 24 hour emergency communication response for all police, fire, and medical emergency calls for service in a courteous and professional manner.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the direct supervision of the Communications Supervisor and under the functional supervision of the Watch Commander, answer emergency and routine calls from the public for Police, Fire, and medical assistance and general service and dispatch necessary personnel and equipment, perform other related duties as required. Work shifts include weekends, holidays, nights and evening hours.

We are seeking energetic and outstanding individuals to join our team.  Ideal candidates are committed to working with their community in total partnership as we work together to improve the quality of life for everyone who works, lives and plays in our city. Public Safety Dispatchers are tasked with dispatching first responders including police, fire and medical services.

POLICE RECRUIT

$6,087 - $7,769 per month

Plus excellent benefits

Additional Pay Incentives:

            Shift Differential (3%-5%)

            Bilingual Pay (Conversational-2.5%; Full-5%; Fluent-10%)

            Uniform Allowance - $325.00 (June/December)

This is a non-sworn, civilian training classification to be used while incumbent is attending a certified P.O.S.T. Basic Police Academy.  Incumbent in this classification receives the same employee benefits as Police Officers, with the exception of being placed in the “Miscellaneous” retirement category until successful completion of a designated police academy, and as a civilian employee,

will not be covered by government code sections 4850 and 3300 through 3311.  Upon successful completion of an academy, incumbent shall be sworn as a Police Officer, placed in the safety retirement category and begin an 18-month probationary period as a Police Officer on the date of swearing in.  

Education: 

• High school graduate or its equivalent. 
• Completion of 30 semester (or equivalent quarter) units from an accredited college or university preferred. 

• Applicant must submit evidence of a P.O.S.T. Certified Academy Entrance Written Examination (aka PELLET-B) with a score equal or greater than a T-42 with the application to be considered for this recruitment.
• Applicant must submit evidence of a passing score on the P.O.S.T. Work Sample Test Battery (WSTB) physical agility test with the application to be considered for this recruitment.
• If selected, the applicant must be currently enrolled in a POST-certified Basic Police Academy prior to hiring and must remain enrolled in the police academy to maintain employment.

Physical Capabilities/Vision:

• Must be capable of performing the full range of work assigned to a Police Officer free from physical, mental or emotional restrictions, which would adversely impact job performance. 
• All vision must be corrected to 20/20.
• Must be free from color blindness and have a normal field of vision.

Hearing:

• Normal hearing acuity.

Height/Weight: 

• Weight in proportion to height, age and frame.

Age: 

• Applicant must be 21 years of age minimum by completion of Police Academy.

Citizenship: 

• California Government Code Section 1031(a) requires that Police Officers be citizens of the United States.  California Government Code Section 1031.5 requires that permanent resident aliens who desire to be employed as Police Officers be eligible for and have applied for citizenship.

License:

• Possession of a valid California driver’s license issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles.

City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  Candidates must detail related education and experience on the online application since the application will be used to select candidates for testing.  The examination for this recruitment will consist of any or all of the following:  application appraisal and oral board interview examination.  NOTE:  Prior to appointment, the selected candidate must submit to and pass a P.O.S.T. approved background investigation and polygraph/CVSA examination.  On a conditional job offer, the candidate must complete and pass a pre-placement psychological and medical examination, including drug screening prior to appointment. To file an application, go to:  www.calopps.org. Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “San Rafael”. Or, to apply, follow this link:https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-19644341