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The City of Sunnyvale is recruiting for the position of Senior Office Assistant.  This list will be used currently for a vacancy in the Public Safety Department.  This list may also be used for other departments throughout the City.  Under general direction of an assigned supervisor, organizes, assigns and reviews the work of assigned personnel engaged in the performance of general clerical work including the preparation of correspondence and other written materials, the maintenance of files and records, and the receipt and response to questions from the public.   Requires a high school diploma or tested equivalent and three years of progressively responsible clerical experience.

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package. A complete application consists of a City application and responses to the supplemental questionnaire.  The position opens on Monday, September 24, 2018 and the final filing date is Thursday, October 18, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. or after receiving 100 qualified applicants, whichever is first.   For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on JOBS.

Salary $60,613.70 - $77,359.98/annual

Under direction of the Fire Chief and Company Officer, this individual will perform specialized fire service operations including fire apparatus operator and fire prevention specialist.  The primary role of this position is to serve in fire prevention activities including, fire inspections, code enforcement, plan review, regulations pertaining to fire protection, fire investigation, public education and community outreach.   This position will also require the operation and maintenance of fire apparatus, responding to calls for service and filling in Fire Engineer vacancies. The work requires special skills acquired through experience and technical training. 

Date Posted:            September 24, 2018

Classification:          EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT III, CONFIDENTIAL
                                   Open and Promotional 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
                                 $5,850           $6,142            $6,450            $6,772           $7,111

Benefits:  Total Compensation Package:  Placement on salary schedule.  If a medical plan is selected, the employee will receive a contribution of $975.00/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:     Office of the Superintendent; San Mateo County Board of Education
101 Twin Dolphin Drive; Redwood City, CA  94065-1064

Application Deadline:          Friday, October 12, 2018     (application and supplemental application must be received online, or in the Personnel Office by 5:00PM)

Job Summary:  Perform primary and complex administrative support as the primary and confidential secretary to the County Board of Education, or an Associate Superintendent; interpret policies and regulations to officials, staff, and the public; plan, coordinate, and organize office activities and flow of communications and information for the Board of Education, or assigned Superintendent; maintain confidentiality regarding issues related to negotiations and collective bargaining matters; requires thorough knowledge of organizational operations, policies, and procedures.

Essential Job Functions:

• Draft and prepare County Board of Education meeting agendas; organize and disseminate Board packets; attend Board of Education meetings and study sessions; prepare Board of Education meeting minutes
• Attend, and draft and prepare agendas for various Board of Education meetings and sessions as assigned by the position; record Board attendance as directed; maintain official board records and files as required; prepare and submit the Statement of Facts filing for the Board as assigned
• Serve as liaison between the County Board of Education, or Associate Superintendent and staff members, school districts, public agencies, and the general public; receive, screen and route telephone calls; greet and assist visitors; refer callers or visitors to appropriate staff members; take and relay messages; respond to requests, complaints and questions from officials, staff and the public, representing the County Board of Education, or Associate Superintendent by phone and written communication; interpret policies and regulations to officials, staff and the public
• Compose correspondence independently on a variety of matters including those of a confidential nature; compile and type various letters, forms, reports, contracts, packets, statistical data, memoranda, bulletins, newsletters, notices, vouchers, lists and other materials as directed; prepare, format, edit, proofread and revise written materials
• Maintain documents, information and discussion materials relating to collective bargaining activities; provide access to related materials; prepare information, as requested, used in collective bargaining strategies; participate in or take and prepare minutes for collective bargaining team; maintain confidentiality regarding issues related to negotiations and collective bargaining matters; maintain official Board records and confidential files
• Coordinate and schedule various appointments and meetings; make travel arrangements; reserve facilities; prepare and assure proper completion of travel requests and related reimbursement forms; maintain and coordinate the administrator’s calendar; prepare and disseminate calendar of events; coordinate and arrange special events and activities for the County Board of Education, or Associate Superintendent; coordinate travel and conference arrangements, and prepare monthly mileage reports and travel reimbursements
• Receive sort and route incoming correspondence; review and determine priority of incoming mail; compose replies independently or from oral direction; prepare notices, packets and informational materials for mailing
• Attend a variety of meetings; prepare related notices, reports, presentations and agendas; record and transcribe minutes as assigned by the position; prepare and distribute minutes, updated records, statements, documents and reports to appropriate personnel; record
• Communicate with other departments, administrators and outside agencies to coordinate activities, exchange information and resolve issues or concerns; obtain and provide information, records and materials to staff and the public where judgment, knowledge and interpretation of policies and regulations and organizational functions and programs are required; verify information for staff and outside agencies as requested
• Maintain designated budgets and assure assigned accounts are accurate and expenditures are within federal or State requirements; compile data for budget preparation and assist in the planning and development of program budgets; monitor accounts and reconcile expenses; research, track and resolve discrepancies
• Research and compile a variety of information; compute statistical information for various federal, State and local reports; process and evaluate a variety of forms and applications related to assigned functions; duplicate materials as necessary
• Input a wide variety of data into an assigned computer system; maintain automated files and records; create queries and generate a variety of computerized lists and reports; assure timely distribution and receipt of a variety of records and reports; assure accuracy of input and output data
• Prepare and maintain a variety of complex lists and records related to assigned duties; establish and maintain filing systems
• Perform special projects and prepare various forms and reports on behalf of the County Board of Education, or Associate Superintendent; attend to administrative details on special matters as assigned; perform varied duties related to the County Board of Education, or Associate Superintendent’s area of responsibility and assigned programs
• Operate and maintain a variety of office equipment including a calculator, copier, fax machine, typewriter, computer and assigned software; arrange for equipment repairs as needed
• Prepare type and process requisitions according to established guidelines; order, receive and maintain inventory of supplies and equipment in accordance with established guidelines
• Relieve the board members or administrator of a variety of secretarial and administrative details; plan, coordinate and organize office and department activities and flow of communications for the administrator
• Develop and implement office procedures to assure complete and timely operations; create office forms to facilitate work flow

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:  An Associate’s degree in secretarial science or related field
  EXPERIENCE:  Four (4) years of increasingly responsible secretarial or administrative assistant experience

Specialized Skills and Knowledge:     

• Knowledge of functions and secretarial operations of an administrative office
• Ability to perform highly responsible and confidential secretarial and administrative assistant duties to relieve the County Board of Education, or Associate Superintendent of a variety of administrative details
• Ability to organize complex material and summarize discussions and actions taken in report form or meeting minutes
• Ability to take and transcribe dictation at an acceptable rate of speed
• Ability to plan, coordinate and organize office activities and flow of communications and information for the assigned administrator
• Ability to assure efficient and timely completion of office and program projects and activities
• Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
• Knowledge of public relations techniques
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding issues related to negotiations and collective bargaining matters
• Knowledge of interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
• Ability to understand and resolve issues, complaints or problems
• Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures
• Ability to interpret, apply and explain laws, codes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Knowledge of methods of collecting and organizing data and information
• Ability to compile and prepare comprehensive reports concerning a broad spectrum of subject matter
• Knowledge of record-keeping techniques
• Ability to maintain a variety of complex and confidential files and records
• Knowledge of organizational operations, policies and objectives
• Knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary
• Knowledge of business letter and report writing, editing and proofreading
• Ability to compose effective correspondence independently
• Knowledge of oral and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Knowledge of budgeting practices regarding monitoring and control
• Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures and equipment
• Ability to work independently with little direction
• Ability to meet schedules and time lines
• Ability to plan, prioritize, organize, and schedule work
• Knowledge of operation of a computer and assigned software
• Ability to operate a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software

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 or on the telephone
• Seeing to read a variety of materials
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard
• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time
• Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materials

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

1.  A review of application materials, including supplemental questionnaire, for education, training, experience, completeness, and accuracy
2.  A written examination (anticipated date- October 25, 2018)
3.  An oral board examination (anticipated date- November 1, 2018)

                     Only the highest qualified candidates will be invited to attend the examinations.
 

NOTE:    Internal (Promotional) candidates must score 80% or higher on each examination in order to be placed on the Promotional List.

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.

POSITION

To perform a variety of skilled and semiskilled horticulture tasks in the construction, maintenance and repair of parks, pools, recreation, and cemetery facilities and buildings.  The purpose of this recruitment is to fill a current vacancy in the Community Services Department, as well as establish an eligibility list for future vacancies.

Park Maintenance Worker I:

This is an entry-level classification in the park maintenance worker series. Positions in this class normally perform a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled duties. May be required to work any shift, including a regular work-shift that includes weekends and holidays, and routinely participate in a weeklong stand-by shift. Park Maintenance Worker I will usually exercise less independence, discretion and judgment on matters related to work procedures and methods.

Park Maintenance Worker II:

This is the journey level in the park maintenance worker series. This class differs from Parks Maintenance Worker I in that incumbents perform more complex parks maintenance duties, including the requirement to work any shift, weekends, and holidays, to work independently, exercise judgment, and operate the full range of tools and mechanical equipment related to a specific assignment. The incumbent Park Maintenance Worker II may also be expected to assist in the oversight and training of less experienced personnel. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the Park Maintenance I level, or when filled from the outside requires prior work experience.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Performing general grounds cleaning, including emptying trash receptacles, mopping, sweeping, and raking City parks and recreation sites and Cemetery as needed. Maintain irrigation, maintain synthetic turf, mow, cultivate, prune, weed, renovate, and fertilize grass, plants, trees, flowers, and shrubs. Operate power mowers, turf groomers, chain saws, rototillers, aerators, hedgers, spreaders, front-end loader, edgers, air compressors, and other equipment. Utilize proper safety precautions related to all performed work, while all safe work procedures i.e. necessary PPE. Drive vehicles and equipment as required. Prepare and maintain athletic fields and related facilities, swimming pools, and cemetery/interment operations.  Regular, predictable, consistent and timely attendance is an essential function of the position, in that the failure of such attendance undermines the City’s ability to provide critical services to the employees, department and the public.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Install, maintain and replace playground equipment and fences; assemble tables, benches and bleachers. Works as a member of the City pest control crew spraying various fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides in City park and recreation areas. Respond to inquiries from the general public. Install, maintain and repair irrigation systems. Assist in setting up community services and special events. Maintain, repair and replace plumbing systems and fixtures such as light switches, motors, wall receptacles, conduits, faucets, drinking fountains, water heaters, water closet, urinals, water regulators and pressure valves, and   building maintenance as required. Work cooperatively with others. Meet all Standby Program requirements; take standby duty, work any shift including weekends and holidays. Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Park Maintenance Worker I:
Education:  High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience:  Six (6) months of experience in the care and maintenance of landscapes or facilities.

License and Certificate:  Required upon hire, possession of a valid California Driver’s License.

Park Maintenance Worker II:

Education:  High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience:  One (1) year of experience performing duties comparable to those of a Park Maintenance Worker I in the City of Woodland.

License and Certificate:  Required upon hire, possession of a California Driver’s License. 
It is highly desirable to possess a State of California Qualified Applicator Certificate, Category B.

APPLICATION

Apply with a City of Woodland application by visiting www.cityofwoodland.org/employment or the Human Resources Office, City Hall, 300 First Street, 2nd Floor, Woodland, CA 95695 by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, October 1, 2018 (or first 50 qualified applications).  Supplemental questionnaire must be submitted with application by the final filing date to be considered.  Résumés and cover letters are encouraged but will not be accepted in lieu of the application form.  Postmarks will not be accepted.  

Review Process:  Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best qualified applicants will be invited for further examination.  All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.  Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview or any combination thereof. 

Applicants will be required to take and pass a medical examination by a City of Woodland physician to insure their physical suitability to perform the assigned duties.  If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please notify Human Resources at least seven days prior to the event.

The City of Woodland hires only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

The City of Woodland is an Equal Opportunity Employer

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for two (2) special individual to serve as a part-time Clinical Therapist I/II for the Children’s Outpatient Program (COP). The Clinical Therapists I/II are school partnership positions and will appeal to individuals who are passionate about working with children, adolescents, young adults and their families and may have or would like experience in a school setting.  The Clinical Therapist I/II will report to the Clinical Program Manager.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Provide individual, group and family sessions at an office or school site to children, adolescents and their families;
• Conduct mental health assessments, treatment plans, provide crisis intervention as needed and complete all necessary documentation;
• Collaborate with school staff regarding student mental health needs and maintain regular contact with parents;
• Ensure that documentation is updated in Electronic Health Record (EHR) regularly;
• Screens and tracks school referrals;
• May be required to transport client(s) in his/her own vehicle and/or a Tri-City vehicle;
• Work on an On-Call rotation and other duties as assigned.

Are you looking to advance your engineering career? Are you a self-starter and problem-solver?

The City of Mill Valley seeks applicants for the position of Associate Engineer. Mill Valley is a wonderful place to work and you will find ample opportunity to identify and take on projects and programs that will further you career. The engineering team features seasoned professionals who enjoy a collegiate and collaborative work environment while serving our residents needs.

Under direction of the Engineering Manager, the Associate Engineer performs professional engineering work of average difficulty in municipal public works design, construction, and maintenance projects and performs related work as required.

Please click below to review the full job announcement.

The Inyo County Counsel's Office is now recruiting for a full-time permanent attorney.  Our office is small so the breadth-of-experience opportunity is great, and our backyard is awesome.  We have a salary schedule for the different attorney levels, but the position is at-will, and as such the person filling this position has some room to negotiate salary and certain benefits.  Please click on the link below for more information; if you have questions, please feel free to contact the personnel office at 769 878-0377.

https://www.inyocounty.us/jobs/view_flyer.php?ID=554 

Here's a taste of what it's like outside of the office:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ixKkmFoaIrE 

The City of Palo Alto Utilities
Palo Alto is the only city in California that offers a full array of utility services to its citizens and businesses. Because of this, the City has a unique opportunity to partner with the Palo Alto community to enjoy the benefits and achievements of reliable, home-grown, and environmentally-focused utilities. Palo Alto has a tradition of over 100 years of successful public utility operations and is the only utility on the planet offering carbon neutral electricity and natural gas. It is a tradition that continues to provide the Palo Alto community with safe and reliable utilities service, local decision-making over policies, utility rate-making, environmental programs, and customized services. 

The Position
The City of Palo Alto Utilities' Utility Program Services team offers an excellent opportunity for a candidate with experience assisting with program management and administration. If you have a passion for the environment and want to be part of a mission to provide progressive, customer driven utility programs to a vibrant community, then this is the opportunity for you. You will work with a team dedicated to providing cost-effective resource efficiency, renewable and sustainability programs to customers in the City of Palo Alto.

For more information and to apply, go here
 

THE POSITION
To prepare, analyze and disseminate information relevant to actual and anticipated criminal activity; to increase the effectiveness of patrol deployment, crime prevention and the apprehension of suspects; and to perform special assignments as assigned.  The purpose of this recruitment is to fill a current vacancy, as well as establish an eligibility list for future vacancies.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Prepares, analyzes and disseminates information relevant to actual and anticipated criminal activity utilizing modern research methods including research design, statistical analysis, trends and patterns, victim and suspect profiling, and other quantitative research techniques. Apply knowledge of criminal justice system and standard police procedures to determine methodology of collecting and collating data from a variety of sources for analytical use; produce tactical action plans to effectively deploy personnel for problem oriented policing using calls for service and levels of service provided; conduct special research and analytical studies of suspects, incidents and crime patterns; prepare and produce crime data reports and studies. Assists in the development, implementation and evaluation of procedures, policies and objectives of the Crime Analysis Unit. Maintains manual and automated systems for storage and retrieval of crime information and intelligence, including logging crime reports, determining what information to store according to the Attorney General’s guidelines for maintaining criminal intelligence files, and making data entries. Work cooperatively with others. 

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS Identifies, tracks and assists in the prosecution of career criminal. Work effectively to promote the exchange of information internally within the department; develops and maintains effective liaison with state and local law enforcement agencies to exchange intelligence information. Operates PC based computer systems and related peripherals including disk drives, modems(s), scanners, plotters, and various printers; utilize appropriate software for maximum efficiency for analytical use and desktop publishing. Provide administrative crime analysis by generating special reports to City and police department administrators. May supervise, train and evaluate assigned personnel; conducts and assists in department training programs. As needed, make oral presentations to City Council and various focus groups; represent the City in the community at various crime-related community forums. Performs related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education: 

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or equivalent with major course work in public administration, business administration, computer science, criminal justice, statistics, or a closely related field.  Certificate in Crime and Intelligence Analysis Program desirable.

Experience: 

Two (2) years of increasingly responsible analytical staff work, including prior or current experience in a criminal justice agency working with criminal information.

Licenses and Certificates: 

Valid California Driver’s License required upon hire.

APPLICATION

Apply with a City of Woodland application by visiting www.cityofwoodland.org/employment or the Human Resources Office, City Hall, 300 First Street, 2nd Floor, Woodland, CA 95695 by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, October 1, 2018.  Supplemental questionnaire must be submitted with application by the final filing date to be considered.  Résumés and cover letters are encouraged but will not be accepted in lieu of the application form. Postmarks will not be accepted. 

Review Process:  Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best qualified applicants will be invited for further examination.  All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.  Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview or any combination thereof.  If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please notify Human Resources at least seven days prior to the event.

Panel Interview tentatively scheduled for the week of October 8, 2018.

The City of Woodland hires only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.
The City of Woodland is an Equal Opportunity Employer

SECRETARY

CLOSE DATE: Monday, October 8th, 2018

SALARY RANGE:
$15.33 - $18.64  Per Hour   
(New employees should anticipate being hired at the beginning of the salary range.)

FINAL FILING DATE:
A complete application packet must be received in the Glenn County Personnel Department by 5:00 P.M., Monday, October 8th, 2018

THE POSITION
The Secretary position at the Glenn County Agriculture Department perform a variety of responsible secretarial duties in support of the division or department to which assigned.  Incumbents are responsible for providing a broad range of administrative, secretarial, and clerical support to department heads or management staff in the various County departments and divisions.  This position is scheduled for forty (40) hours per week. This recruitment may be used to establish a list to fill future vacancies for the next twelve (12) months.

TRAINING AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Experience:            

Two years of responsible clerical experience.

Training:            

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by specialized secretarial training.

All applicants are encouraged to review a detailed job description available at http://www.countyofglenn.net/dept/personnel/job-opportunities/job-descriptions and apply only if they clearly meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.

APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS/INFORMATION - A COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKET MUST INCLUDE:
*     A Glenn County Employment Application        *    Résumé
*     Transcripts and/or Certificates                        *    Cover Letter

It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure applications are received at the Glenn County Personnel Office by 5:00 P.M., Monday, October 08, 2018.
GLENN COUNTY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION:  Application forms must be filled out completely; please do not include “refer to resume” on the application. All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification. A separate application must be filed for each position.
Application forms may be completed on CalOpps.org or obtained from and returned to:
GLENN COUNTY PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT
525 W. Sycamore Street, Willows, CA  95988
Telephone (530) 934-6451 – Fax (530) 934-6452
TDD – No Voice (530) 934-6444
Website: www.countyofglenn.net

RESIDENCE REQUIREMENTS: There is no residence requirement except certain positions may require the employee to reside within a reasonable commuting distance.
TRAVEL AND RELATED EXPENSES: Glenn County does not reimburse applicants for any travel or related expenses incurred in connection with applying for employment.
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS: Applicants wishing to claim veterans' preference points for an open, non-promotional examination must attach a copy of their DD2l4 to their application at the time of submission. Submissions after the final filing date will not be accepted.
MEDICAL EXAMINATION: Applicants may be required to pass a medical examination and fingerprinting as a condition of employment or promotion. Medical exams may include a fitness exam and a drug & alcohol screen.
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver’s license. See Training and Experience for any additional required license or certification.
DEGREE OR CERTIFICATIONS: Copies of all required degrees and/or certifications, as outlined in the job description, must be provided.  Please include copies of all required educational degrees beyond high school and special requirement documents such as certificates, licensures, etc. in your job application packet.
SELECTION PROCESS:  The selection process may consist of an application evaluation, oral examination, written exam and fingerprinting process. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in an interview wherein their qualifications for this position will be reviewed in more detail. Additional testing may be applicable. If you are selected for an interview, you will automatically be contacted.
Eligible lists are used for Full-Time (40 hrs./wk. with benefits), Part-Time (20-39 hrs./wk. with benefits), and Public Service employee (PSE) temporary (limited benefits).