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AHA is seeking to fill the Accounting Specialist II position in the Finance Department. The Accounting Specialist II performs a variety of technical and administrative account support duties in the preparation, maintenance, and processing of accounting records and transactions. Please see the job announcement and job description below for more details about this career opportunity. Experience with Yardi software is required.

To be considered for this career opportunity, you must submit:

1. Housing Authority Employment Application
2. Resume (three pages maximum, include months/years of employment), and
3. Responses to the supplemental questions (two pages maximum)

Final Filing Date: Open until filled. Applications received by March 5, 2026, at 5:00 pm PST will be included in the first review. AHA reserves the right to interview candidates before the deadline.

AHA is seeking an exceptional, team-oriented candidate to fill a management analyst role in the Executive Department. The candidate hired to either position will work on a wide range of analytical, management, and technical assignments supporting AHA Executive operations and programs and will have the opportunity to perform meaningful and impactful work for an agency dedicated to providing affordable housing in the most impacted region of the nation.

The Executive Management Analyst position will report to the Executive Director and will focus on corporate governance. The role will assist with performing regulatory or legal research; drafting and reviewing Board of Commissioners memos and other documents; assisting with document preparation; managing agency-wide contracts and projects; and performing other duties as assigned. Strong writing and oral communication skills are essential. Attention to detail and ability to manage contracts is also essential. Previous employment in a municipal or government office is preferred.

These positions require the ability to communicate and work effectively with a wide variety of internal and external partners, work on project teams, and receive work direction. Strong writing and oral communication skills are needed. Attention to detail and ability to manage invoices and billing is also essential. Previous employment in a municipal or government office is preferred.

To be considered for these career opportunities, you must submit:

1. Housing Authority Employment Application
2. Resume (three pages maximum, include months/years of employment), and
3. Responses to the supplemental questions (two pages maximum)

Your resume and supplemental questions must be in Word or pdf format and uploaded into the employment application form.

Final Filing Date: Open Until Filled. Applications received by February 25, 2026, at 5:00 pm PST will be included in the first review. AHA reserves the right to interview candidates before the deadline.

 

 

The Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) Division is seeking an experienced individual to serve as a Mental Health Program Specialist for the Prenatal to Three Unit.  

This position coordinates and supervises a specialized behavioral health program serving pregnant and postpartum caregivers and children ages 0-5, provides clinical leadership, supervises a small team of professionals and interns, collaborates with community partners and helps design and maintain responsive service delivery systems.

Key Responsibilities 

Clinical Supervision & Leadership

• Supervise Clinicians and interns, including case consultation, reflective supervision, and performance evaluations
• Triage referrals and assign cases
• Refer clients to the Prenatal to Three Team Psychiatrist
• Lead team clinical meetings and facilitate clinical discussions at staff meetings
• Carry a small caseload

 

Direct Clinical Oversight

• The team provides assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for children ages 0–5 and pregnant or postpartum caregivers, including:
• Infant mental health assessments
• Youth and adult assessments
• Dyadic parent-child treatment
• Clinic-based and home-based services throughout San Mateo County

Program Coordination & Systems Collaboration

• Coordinate program activities with BHRS clinics, Family Health systems, private providers, schools, state institutions, and community agencies
• Establish and maintain program procedures consistent with federal, state, and local regulations
• Participate in program planning, policy implementation, and evaluation
• Represent the Prenatal to Three Team in collaborative meetings with Public Health Nurses, Community Workers, Psychiatrists, and other providers
• Provide consultation to community agencies regarding infant and early childhood mental health services

The current vacancy is in the Prenatal to Three Unit, located in San Mateo. This position may travel throughout the county to attend meetings or perform other duties of the position.

What You’ll Bring:

• At least two years of post-licensure experience providing direct clinical care to youth and families.
• Experience working with children ages 0-5 and pregnant or postpartum women, providing parent-child psychotherapy. 
• Experience conducting mental health assessments of infants, children under the age of five and adults. 
• Knowledge of infant and child development, attachment, and trauma-informed care.
• At least one year of home-visiting experience.
• Training or certification in one or more of the following:
  • Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
  • Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP)
  • Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics (NMT)
  • Child Trauma Institute (CTI)
  • Circle of Security
  • Harris Early Childhood Mental Health Program
  • Touchpoints
• At least one year of supervisory or clinical coordination experience
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English.

 

The Impact You’ll Make:

• Advancing equity and healing for families during the earliest years: Provide trauma-informed, culturally responsive mental health services families during a critical development window, promoting safety, attachment, and long-term well-being.
• Strengthening the clinical workforce: Mentor clinicians, promote reflective practice, and cultivate a supportive team culture focused on staff wellness, professional growth.
• Shaping coordinated systems of care: Collaborate across medical, public health, child welfare, and community systems to build more integrated and equitable, systems of care for families across San Mateo County.

 

How You Will Grow: 

• Providing trauma-informed leadership in complex clinical work: Serving families impacted by complex trauma, perinatal mental health concerns, and system involvement offers the opportunity to strengthen reflective capacity and trauma-informed supervision practices. This role calls for modeling sustainable self-care, cultivating team resilience and creating space for clinicians to process meaning and emotionally impactful work. 
• Expanding integrated leadership skills: Balancing staff supervision, direct clinical work, program development, and regulatory provides a dynamic opportunity to grow as a systems-level leader. Success in this role builds advanced skills in organization, adaptability, strategic thinking and maintaining clarity of purpose across competing priorities.
• Advancing equity through systems collaboration: Working across medical, public health, and child welfare systems offer the changes to strengthen equity-centered advocacy and collaborative problem-solving skills. This role helps you to address systemic barriers, align diverse partners, and contribute to more coordinated and responsive care for families.  

 

NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.

 

Examples Of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Coordinate assigned program activities with BHRS Regional clinics, private service providers, schools, state institutions and community agencies
• Develop and maintain program procedures consistent with Federal, State and local laws governing mental health services.
• Monitor and consult with contract providers to ensure compliance and resolve service delivery issues 
• Prepare grant proposals and written reports
• Provide clinical consultation to partner agencies
• Supervise and evaluate assigned staff
• Compile data and prepare program evaluations 
• Perform related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Licensure/Certification:
 California license as one of the following: 1) Clinical Social Worker; 2) Marriage and Family Therapist; or 3) Clinical Psychologist
  
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:

• Three years of experience as a Mental Health professional.

Knowledge of:

• Principles, techniques and practices of program management and delivery.
• Principles and practices of employee supervision and training.
• Applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations and County policies and guidelines.
• Individual, group and family psychodynamics.
• Psychological diagnostic methods and terminology.
• Current principles and practices of psychiatric casework.
• Human and health services systems in the County, including private agencies and other community resources.
• Various methods used in individual and group therapies such as role playing, play, art, milieu and group.
• Methods and techniques used in mental health education.

 

 Skill/Ability to:

• Plan, assign, supervise, review and evaluate the work of interdisciplinary subordinates.
• Train staff in work procedures and provide technical and programmatic assistance to staff and subcontractors.
• Analyze, interpret and apply various regulations, requirements and/or clinical approaches.
• Prepare grant proposals and written reports.
• Set realistic treatment goals and facilitate their attainment.
• Evaluate patients/clients’ degree of mental disability or emotional distress.
• Communicate effectively in writing and orally and make public presentations as needed.
• Establish and maintain effective and cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Exercise sound independent judgment within general policy and regulatory guidelines.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT TIMELINE
Final Filing Date: Wednesday, February 25. 2026 by 11:59 PM PST
Application Screening: Week of March 2, 2026
Panel Interviews: Week of March 9, 2026

About the County 

HR Contact: Priscilla Bermudez (021126) (Mental Health Program Specialist - G081)

 

The Office of the Assessor - County Clerk - Recorder and Chief Elections Officer is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of GIS Analyst II/III to work in the Appraisal Services division of the Office.

 The GIS Analyst II/III will be responsible for:

• Creating and maintaining Assessor's maps and GIS parcel layers.
• Locating deeds.
• Maintaining and updating legal descriptions, situs addresses, parcel sizes, and Tax Rate Areas.
• Supporting departmental and countywide GIS related projects.
• Providing related services and support to internal staff, property owners, businesses, and other government agencies.
• Design, develop, test, implement, and maintain web applications and geo-enabled workflows utilizing the Esri GIS platform and its configurable solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve GIS software and application issues.

 

GIS Analyst II is the journey level class in this series and incumbents at this level are expected to perform skilled GIS and research work in the preparation, maintenance, and amendment of a variety of maps and/or engineering drawings. The GIS Analyst II applies fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures to complete assignments. Assignments at this level are subject to technical review and are of varying difficulty but incumbents are expected to demonstrate some level of independence in completing assignments and in interpreting moderately complex issues. The annual salary range is: $108,784.00-$136,094.40.
  
GIS Analyst III is the advanced level in the series performing more complex GIS assignments requiring more analysis and problem solving or the lead level in the series, providing lead direction over a team of technical, professional, and/or clerical staff while performing specialized, highly skilled GIS work. Incumbents have the highest level of expertise in geospatial analysis, application development, designing and administering spatial databases, and can resolve the most complex GIS problems. The GIS Analyst III position will also work closely with the Information Services Department. The GIS Analyst III is further distinguished from the GIS Manager for the latter's ongoing first line manager responsibilities. The annual salary range is: $126,921.60-$158,662.40

 

Examples Of Duties

 

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Prepare Assessor's parcel maps that accurately delineate feature locations and boundaries utilizing Esri parcel fabric.
• Process standard parcel updates and deed locates; calculate distances, ties, angles, areas, station traverses, closures, acreage, and square footage of buildings; and draft a wide variety of maps, or engineering drawings.
• Compute acreage, plot land descriptions to accurate scale, and interpret and write legal descriptions of properties.
• Assist public with inquiries regarding assessment maps, newly created or divided parcels, or site addresses, and road names; generate custom maps to meet specific customer requirements, research and respond to customer requests for information. 
• Update property descriptions for assessment rolls.
• Research standard source documents such as parcel maps, legal descriptions, and other records to verify the accuracy and completeness of data prior to input into the GIS system and the Assessor system. 
• Design, develop, test, implement, and maintain web applications and geo-enabled workflows utilizing the Esri GIS platform and its configurable solutions. 
• Analyze and evaluate geo-spatial data and ensure data is accurate and reliable.
• Performs standard spatial analyses including buffering, spatial overlay, and distance calculations using established methods and tools. 
• Digitize drawings and enter them into the GIS database. 
• Prepare detailed technical specifications from which programs will be written for and create complex scripts and queries between various systems in the department. 
• Compile, integrate, and analyze data from a variety of sources, including aerial photography, terrain, topographic, hydrologic, and time-sequenced event data to provide a concise visual representation of a complex idea. 
• Review existing and incoming data from outside agencies to confirm recentness, accuracy, quality, documentation, and consistency with department’s GIS database standards.
• Create geodatabases, instances, tables, layers, and feature classes.
• Work with department SMEs to understand reporting requirements and develop business process solutions.
• Create new layers and maintain existing layers for the GIS database, perform quality control on the layers and maintain metadata for the layers in the GIS database.
• Produce cartographic products for reports, meetings, and presentations.
• Works with ISD and other county departments on the design and implementation of the Countywide enterprise GIS system and GIS Parcel Fabric and to ensure the department’s needs are met.
• Provide GIS guidance and training to staff on GIS integrated business solutions and GIS applications and tools. 
• Troubleshoot and resolve GIS software and application issues. 
• Coordinate delivery of services and sharing of data with other departments and outside entities.
• Develop and implement quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) processes to ensure GIS data accuracy and integrity.
• Act as the subject matter expert during design, development, testing and implementation of GIS applications and portals.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Principles and concepts of computerized mapping systems and spatial analysis techniques and concepts.
• GIS and CAD software.
• Basic principles and methods of cartography, geography and/or engineering drafting, including map projections and scales.
• Database structure and design.
• Application and tools for the development, installation, and troubleshooting of GIS-related software, including databases and applications.
• Communicate with department personnel to identify and translate information needs into system requirements.
• Provide technical and analytical support to users of systems and applications.
• Programming and scripting languages such as python, JavaScript, and SQL.
• Basic research and report writing techniques.
• Nomenclature, symbols, methods and instruments used in engineering drafting and mapping.
• Logarithmic and trigonometric tables, algebra, geometry and their application to mapping work especially in computation of distances, angles and areas.
• Applicable codes, regulations, policies, technical processes and procedures related to assigned department.

Skill/Ability to:

• Evaluate information system design and operation and make recommendations for improvement.
• Organize and input data into the GIS; develop efficient linkages to existing databases; and prepare clear and complete technical reports.
• Enter data into databases through application of coordinate geometry, keyboard entry of tabular data, manual digitizing of maps, scanning and automatic conversion to vectors, and conversion of other sources of digital data.
• Perform complex analytical tabular and spatial queries.
• Analyze user functions to develop information applications.
• Assist in defining and managing pilot and long-term projects and design applications.
• Code and test programs, including data input and output specifications.
• Read and interpret planning, engineering and building maps and documents.
• Use advanced cartography systems and tools.
• Create and publish statistical reports using a variety of software programs.
• Read, understand, apply and explain to others information in county, state and/or federal regulations relevant to local property assessment and taxation, mapping, subdivision and ownership of interests in property.
• Read, interpret, write and explain detailed boundary descriptions of real property, deeds, and engineering field notes.
• Organize and complete projects in a timely manner.
• Develop and maintain a database structure capable of meeting multiple tasks with minimal redundancy.
• Make mathematical computations.
• Communicate and work effectively with other county employees and the general public.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions and established procedures in the performance of duties.
• Maintain and prepare accurate records.

Education and Experience:
Any combination of theoretical and hands-on experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying such as:

• A background in planning, land surveying, engineering, computer science, geography or a closely related field; and
• Demonstrated experience working with GIS software, GIS automated mapping and drafting, cartography tools including project design, coordination and operation.

 At least two years of relevant experience is required at the II level, and three or more years of relevant experience is needed to qualify for the III level.

 

Application/Examination

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, extra-help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.
 
The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: Pass/Fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%) which may include a pre-interview exercise. Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense. 

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the “Apply” button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted in addition to the standard County employment application form. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.
 
TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Final Date for Applying: Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at 11:59 PM PST
Application Screening: Thursday, February 26, 2026
Panel Interviews: Week of March 9, 2026

About the County

San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 770,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities. The County of San Mateo is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. 

 

The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.

 

The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer. We seek to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community.

Analyst: Sarah Huynh - 02112026 – (GIS Analyst II/III – V059/V060)

Join an agency committed to creating a healthy breathing environment for every Bay Area resident while protecting and improving public health, air quality, and the global climate! 
 

The Air District is currently accepting applications for the position of Manager II in the Engineering Division. This is an open recruitment for two (2) full-time, 3-year limited term confidential positions.

These are Limited Term Contract Employee (LTCE) Positions. LTCE positions are funded by grants or other designated funds which are not part of the Air District’s ongoing general fund budget.  LTCE positions are subject to individual employment contracts and are limited to the duration of their funding source. 

For current permanent represented employees, these LTCE positions offer a unique chance to step into high-impact roles, gain supervisory or program-management experience, and help advance essential agency priorities.   Return rights are governed by the 2026 Administrative Code and/or MOU.

About the Position

The Engineering Division evaluates permit applications and permit renewals for equipment and operations that emit air pollutants in the Air District’s jurisdiction. The division is responsible for other programs related to facilities with air quality permits, including - but not limited to - the emissions inventory and air toxics programs. The division provides technical support to other agency programs and assists businesses, trade associations, agencies, environmental groups, and community members with issues related to permitting and compliance.

The Manager II for the Engineering Division performs complex and highly specialized air quality engineering work such as, but not limited to:

• Providing project leadership
• Evaluating program effectiveness
• Processing permit applications for both new source review (NSR) and Title V for complex facilities
• Analyzing air emissions inventory data
• Development of new regulations or amendments of existing regulations
• Strategic planning of division programs

 

There are two vacancies at the Manager II level.

1. Manager of the Permitting Backlog Team:  The incumbent will hire and lead a team with a Supervising Air Quality Engineer, up to four Air Quality Engineers, and retired annuitants to evaluate and complete permit applications.

2. Engineering Program Manager (EPM):  The incumbent works directly with internal Air District Staff, applicants, and regulated facilities to ensure complete application submittals and streamlined review processes to achieve timely and defensible permit decisions.  The EPM effectively communicates Air District rule interpretations, compliance requirements, and scientific and technical analyses to regulated facilities, applicants, and interested public in ways that improve decision making transparency and timeliness.  For applications involving novel technologies, the EPM provides additional analyses and gathers information to support development of emission factors, consulting with internal air District staff, the California Air Resources Board, other local air districts, and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, as needed.  The EPM provides recommendations on strategic policy development related to complex permits and facilities to Engineering Division teams and Air District leadership. 

 

Minimum Qualifications

The items listed below are the minimum requirements for this classification.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a job-related field and five years of professional level work experience of which at least two years at a supervisory level. Some positions may require specialized training, education, and experience.

Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the necessary qualifications to successfully perform the duties of the position will be considered.
 

Desired Qualification:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in environmental, chemical, mechanical or petroleum engineering or a closely related field and four years of air quality environmental engineering experience of which at least two years at a lead level managing projects.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

The Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) Operator II/III position plays a key role in the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of the City’s wastewater treatment facilities. The successful candidate will be appointed at the Operator II or Operator III level based on qualifications and experience.

Under general direction, this position operates, monitors, and maintains the wastewater treatment plant, lift stations, trunk sewers, outfall, and related facilities. Responsibilities include adjusting treatment processes to meet NPDES permit requirements, utilizing SCADA systems to monitor and control plant operations, performing preventive maintenance on plant equipment, collecting and analyzing wastewater and sludge samples, and maintaining accurate operational records.

At the Operator III level, additional responsibilities may include advanced process optimization, technical leadership, administrative and reporting duties, CMMS oversight, contractor coordination, and providing support to or acting in the absence of the Chief Treatment Plant Operator. This position requires flexibility to work off-hour, weekend, holiday, and on-call shifts and to respond to emergency situations as needed.

This position requires flexibility to work rotating, weekend, holiday, and on-call shifts, and to respond to emergency callouts. The work environment may include exposure to inclement weather, noise, odors, fumes, and other potentially hazardous conditions, requiring strict adherence to safety practices and the use of personal protective equipment.

See the attached Job Descriptions directly below for WWTP Operator II and III for full list of job related and essential qualifications. 

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS 

• Opportunities to expand your skills and grow within our organization. 

• Collaborate with a variety of agencies and professional disciplines. 

• Enjoy a newly remodeled, modern office space designed for collaboration and productivity. Position equipped with a City-issued laptop, sit/stand desk, and other modern workplace tools.  

• Opportunity for hybrid flexibility: potential for one day per week telework after six months of employment.  

 

DESCRIPTION 

The City of Thousand Oaks Community Development Department is excited to announce a rewarding career opportunity for a motivated Associate Planner to join our dynamic team! If you are results-oriented, bring a positive attitude, thrive on creativity, and are passionate about making a difference through public service, this is the place for you.  .  

As an Associate Planner, you will play a key role in shaping the community’s future by managing a variety of current and long-range planning projects.  Working under general supervision, you will:   

• Conduct professional Planning work involving land use, zoning, and community development.  

• Review, analyze, and process development applications of moderate to complex scope.  

• Prepare and present staff reports, plans, and recommendations to decision-making bodies. 

• Collaborate with residents, businesses, and stakeholders to promote thoughtful growth. 

• Contribute to long-range plans and projects that align with the City’s General Plan and vision.  

 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Manage and process applications for development projects, including residential, mixed-use, commercial, industrial, and institutional proposals.  

• Facilitate in-person and virtual permit submittals.  

• Respond to phone and email inquiries. 

• Consult and advise property owners, architects, engineers, contractors, and the public regarding applications, City policies, codes, and other plans.   

• Prepare clear and concise technical documents, reports, correspondence and other written materials.  

• Exercise sound independent judgement.  

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of work.   

• Attend and present information to City Council, Planning Commission, Administrative Hearing Officer, and community meetings as assigned.  

• Plans, organizes and conducts research studies and prepares recommendations regarding land use, zoning, urban design, population trends, transportation, housing and environmental needs, updates and analyzes demographic and other data required for the planning function, participates in the review, development or revision of the various of the General Plan, environmental impact reports, plans, ordinance and other policies and procedures.  

• Independently performs responsible and varied professional planning duties.  

• Provide sound recommendations based on detailed analysis and project evaluation.   

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• A stable organization with experienced leadership.
• Professional development support, including conference attendance and continuing education opportunities.
• Opportunities to expand your skills and grow within our organization. Modernized office space and hybrid flexibility (one day per week telework after six months)

SALARY

The anticipated hiring range for the Senior Planner position is $108,390 - $135,488 with a full salary range up to $162,586. The City typically makes offers within the hiring range based on the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
 

Description

The City of Thousand Oaks is seeking a high-performing Senior Planner to lead complex development and long-range planning initiatives in one of Southern California’s most desirable communities. This position plays a key role in sharing residential, mixed-use, commercial, and downtown revitalization projects while advancing the City’s General Plan and environmental review efforts.   

We are seeking an innovative, collaborative individual to conduct a variety of planning duties with competence and professionalism. The Senior Planner must be an excellent team player with a track record of excellent judgement who has demonstrated initiative and been successful in improving processes.

The Senior Planner will assume a lead role in complex planning and development projects, including residential, mixed-use, commercial, industrial, and institutional proposals, and may assist in the preparation of environmental documents (both internally and through planning consultants).  The Senior Planner may also process legislative applications, such as zone changes and General Plan amendments, and occasionally assist with open space planning/natural resource management projects.

Primary responsibilities:

• Serve as project manager for complex development applications, exercising independent judgment in interpreting policies, coordinating multi-departmental review, and guiding projects through entitlement and public hearing processes. Lead and contribute to long-range planning initiatives, including implementation of the General Plan and participation in comprehensive updates. initiatives
• Manage consultant preparation of environmental documents in compliance with CEQA requirements, including Mitigated Negative Declarations and Environmental Impact Reports; review technical studies, coordinate interdepartmental input, and prepare environmental documentation as needed. Interpret and apply federal, state, and local land use regulations, including evolving California housing law, to ensure legally defensible and consistent project review.  Prepare and present clear, well-supported staff reports and policy analysis for City Council, Planning Commission, and community stakeholders.
• Process legislative applications, including Municipal Code Amendments, zone changes, and General Plan amendments
• Support implementation of downtown revitalization initiatives and Specific Plan updates/initiatives

Overview:

Accountant II position plays a critical role in maintaining the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of departmental financial operations. By performing core accounting functions-such as recording journal entries, reconciling accounts, processing P-Card reports, and preparing financial schedules-the position ensures compliance with policies, supports transparent reporting, and enables informed decision-making. Their work directly supports the Quarterly Board of Directors' Expense Report and the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, both essential for governance and external accountability.

Additionally, the Accountant II strengthens operational stability by assisting with month-end close, preparing audit schedules, and serving as backup to the Senior Accountant, ensuring continuity of the General Ledger function. Through technical assistance and training, they build team capacity and resilience, helping the department meet deadlines, reduce risk, and achieve its financial management goals.

Our Commitment: 
We are committed to building and sustaining a working environment where all individuals are respected and valued. We believe every member of our team brings unique perspectives that enhance our ability to serve the public effectively. By fostering a workplace with employees from the communities we serve, we broaden our collective understanding of the world around us and strengthen our mission to equitably provide safe, clean water, natural flood protections, and environmental stewardship.

About Valley Water:
Valley Water is a public agency with an operating and capital budget of $964 million, and over 900 employees. With headquarters in San José, Valley Water provides water supply, enhances streams and watersheds through creek restoration and habitat protection, provides flood protection for homes, schools, businesses and roadways, and partners with other agencies to provide trails and open space for the community.

 

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform a wide range of professional accounting duties, including analyzing and maintaining accounting records, auditing check payments, and preparing financial reports. Record monthly and annual journal entries for benefit and cost allocations, revenue and expense accruals, and reclassifications. Reconcile asset and liability accounts, as well as subsidiary transactions and reports, to the Infor General Ledger.
• Process employee Purchasing Card (P-Card) expense reports by reviewing transactions for accuracy, ensuring receipts and documentation are complete, checking for proper coding of expenses, compliance with policies and spending limits, reconciling charges, and checking for supervisor approvals and authorization before expenses are recorded. Process claims and fees reimbursements for the Board of Directors. Provide assistance to P-Card users of Infor XM.
• Prepare diverse financial summaries, schedules, footnote disclosures, and reports, ensuring data accuracy and completeness. Examples include the Quarterly Board of Directors' Expense Report and supporting schedules and footnote disclosures for the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).
• Enter the Board of Directors' timesheets biweekly. 
• Assist in recording collections and cash receipts.
• Assist with the fiscal period/month-end close procedures to identify inconsistencies, errors, or unusual activities. Prepares audit schedules and responds to audit inquiries.

Ideal Candidate's Background Includes:

Applicants whose experience and background best match the ideal experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education are considered ideal candidates for the position. To determine the top candidates, each applicant will be assessed based on the ideal candidate criteria as listed below.

Ideal Experience:.

Four (4) years of professional accounting experience involving transactions analysis, journal entry preparation,  maintenance of accounting records, account reconciliation, and preparation of financial reports.

Ideal Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to independently perform the full range of professional accounting functions.
• Ability to prepare a variety of clear and concise financial summaries and accounting reports.
• Ability to proficiently use Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and web-based programs or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service through all levels of the organization and external parties.

Ideal Knowledge:

• Knowledge of governmental accounting and financial management practices in compliance with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board. 
• Knowledge of principles and practices of financial analysis and auditing.
• Knowledge of automated financial systems such as Infor, PeopleSoft, SAP or equivalent.

Ideal Training and Education:

Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting or a related field.

Or

Directly related experience may be substituted for the college requirement on the basis of one and one-half years of experience for one year of education to a maximum of four years.

 

Required License or Certificate To review the Classification Specification, please click here

General Accounting Unit (Position Code 120)
Valley Water Telework Program: Eligibility for telework will depend on the type of work performed, operational needs, and the ability for the employee to perform the essential functions of their job duties while teleworking. Employment with Valley Water requires employees to live within 150 miles of their primary physical work location located in San Jose, California by their start date.

This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule, typically working 40% remote and 60% onsite, after completion of the probationary period (one year).