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The City of San Mateo Police Department is now accepting applications for the position of

Community Service Officer I/II

This recruitment is a continuous recruitment

All applications, résumés (strongly encouraged), and supplemental questionnaires (required) received will be reviewed for minimum qualifications. Those complete application packets meeting minimum qualifications will be placed on an employment list.

Salary:

Community Service Officer I -  $4,979.00 to $5,935.71 - monthly

Community Service Officer II - $5,454.33 to $6,503.69 - monthly

Why Join our Department?

The San Mateo Police Department is seeking a candidate to join our diverse and outstanding group of men and women who are dedicated to providing exceptional public service. The Police Department is committed to improving the quality of life and solving problems while protecting our community through professionalism, integrity and excellence. We strive to be the model police agency that others will emulate and a leader in the County and in our profession, adopting creative and innovative strategies to prevent crime and support those most in need. We will continue to do this through cutting-edge technology, creative solutions to problems, by respecting individual rights, conducting fair and non-biased policing.

What You'll Do

The primary duties of this position may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Serve as a Field Officer processing telephone, in-person or on-scene reports of criminal incidents; and processing requests for police reports and public information. Perform court ordered bookings, processing and severing subpoenas. Assist officers with searches of suspects. Performing latent print examinations to determine quality for submission to county crime lab.

• Assume responsibility for collecting, receiving, cataloging, and the storing of physical and photographic evidence, including contraband and narcotics.

• Serve as Court Liaison by reviewing all reports for submission to the District Attorney; processing complaints for arrests, warrants, notices to appear and report reviews; procure supporting documentation, including body worn camera video.

• Serve as Investigative Services Technician by locating, monitoring and documenting runaway juveniles and missing persons; monitoring pawn shops and massage establishments and technicians; and processing permits. Perform drug registrations and crime analysis and be available for call-out to process major crime scenes.

• Provide assistance to the Traffic Safety unit by managing the Parking Enforcement Representatives. Monitoring taxi and tow truck drivers and companies.

• Serve as the Police Liaison to the San Mateo Police Activities League, manage community engagement and social media for the department and/or PAL, and facilitate special events.

• Assume responsibility for the security, operation, maintenance, and contracts of the police facility, manage volunteers and student interns, facilitates background investigations.

• Hours vary with assignments; shift, weekend and holiday work are required

The Menlo Park Fire Protection District is currently seeking a Fire Inspector/Investigator I/ II to join our team.  This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic individual wanting to make contributions in a fast-paced environment.  The Fire Prevention Division is regarded as an integral part of the community, providing consultation and delivering comprehensive inspection and investigative services complying with District policies and procedures

About the District

The Menlo Park Fire District is located on the peninsula in the southernmost part of San Mateo County in the metropolitan bay area. It covers approximately 30 square miles that reaches into the bay. The District's population is estimated around 90,000. The Fire District is primarily a bedroom community that does have some industrial areas on the eastern most part.

The Fire District covers the communities of Atherton, Menlo Park and East Palo Alto plus some of the unincorporated areas of San Mateo County. The District has seven stations that are strategically placed to provide the most efficient response times. The District responds to approximately 8,500 emergencies a year with about 60% of them being emergency medical incidents. 

The District has 103 employees, with two bargaining units, International Association of Fire Fighters, Local 2400 (IAFF) and American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Fire Inspector/Investigator I - Salary Range: $40.85-49.65/hr

Description -  Under direct supervision of the Fire Marshal and Deputy Fire Marshal, this position will be required to perform fire and life safety inspections, assist in fire origin and cause investigations and public relations duties as assigned.  This position is an entry level position. 

Typical Duties performed:

* Inspects residential, commercial and industrial units to determine and enforce compliance with safety laws and ordinances

* Assists in the investigation causes of fires, including fires of undetermined or suspected incendiary origin

* Inspects areas or places where there are large public gatherings or high values

* Plans and conducts programs in public education and information regarding fire prevention

* Investigates complaints and answers questions regarding hazards and violations of fire prevention regulations

* Observes fire drills in schools, businesses and convalescent homes

* Maintains records and prepares reports

* Makes presentations to civic organizations and school groups

* Maintains complete and accurate record files of fire safety codes, regulations, ordinances, inspections made, and violations and penalties

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* The principles of fire prevention and the related principles of fire investigation and the State and City laws concerning these activities

* Building construction, including fire alarm systems, fire sprinkler systems, wet and dry standpipe systems and related systems

* Local, state, and federal laws, codes, and ordinances involving environmental protection

* Computerized systems for maintaining data and preparing reports and correspondence

Ability to:

* Speak effectively before large groups of people

* Communicate requirements, policies, and decisions to the public and co-workers in an effective manner

* Follow and provide written and oral directions

* Prepare written reports

* Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

* Deal tactfully and courteously with government officials, co-workers, contractors, architects and the general public

* Work in a team-based environment and achieve common goals

* Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet strict deadlines

* Read and interpret blueprints or construction drawings

* Perform heavy and hazardous physical labor, and wear protective clothing and breathing apparatus as required to perform inspections and investigations

* Bend, stoop, reach, carry, crawl, climb, and lift as necessary to perform assigned duties

Education and Experience

Must complete CA State Fire Training Certifications for Fire Inspector 1 and Fire Investigator 1A within 2 years of hire. 

A 2 year vocational degree in fire science is desirable or equivalent years of experience as an inspector or closely related field. 

Construction trades experience is highly desirable, i.e. fire sprinkler fitter/designer, fire alarm installer/designer.

Fire Inspector/Investigator II - Salary Range: $52.19-57.55/hr

* Inspects residential, commercial and industrial units to determine and enforce compliance with safety laws and ordinances

* Investigates the causes of fires, including fires of undetermined or suspected incendiary origin

* Inspects areas or places where there are large public gatherings or high values

* Plans and conducts programs in public education and information regarding fire prevention

* Investigates complaints and answers questions regarding hazards and violations of fire prevention regulations

* Hazardous Materials use and storage inspections

* High Pile Storage inspections

* Maintains records and prepares reports

* Makes presentations to civic organizations and school groups

* Maintains complete and accurate record files of fire safety codes, regulations, ordinances, inspections made, and violations and penalties

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* The principles of fire prevention and the related principles of fire investigation and the State and City laws concerning these activities

* Building construction, including fire alarm systems, fire sprinkler systems, wet and dry standpipe systems and related systems

* Local, state, and federal laws, codes, and ordinances involving environmental protection

* California Penal Code Section 832, which consists of Arrest components

* Computerized systems for maintaining data and preparing reports and correspondence

Ability to:

* Develop and conduct an effective public relations program on fire prevention

* Speak effectively before large groups of people

* Communicate requirements, policies, and decisions to the public and co-workers in an effective manner

* Follow and provide written and oral directions

* Prepare written reports

* Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

* Deal tactfully and courteously with government officials, co-workers, contractors, architects and the general public

* Work in a team-based environment and achieve common goals

* Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet strict deadlines

* Read and interpret blueprints or construction drawings

* Perform heavy and hazardous physical labor, and wear protective clothing and breathing apparatus as required to perform inspections and investigations

* Bend, stoop, reach, carry, crawl, climb, and lift as necessary to perform assigned duties

Education and Experience

Must meet requirements of MPFD Fire Inspector I. 

Must have completed CA State Fire Training Certifications for Fire Inspector II, ICC Fire Inspector I to be eligible to promote to Fire Inspector II.

Fire Investigator I and PC832 and 4 years of fire investigation experience required to be a Lead Fire Investigator. 

A 2 year vocational degree in fire science is highly desirable or equivalent years of experience as an inspector or closely related field.

Construction trades experience is highly desirable, i.e. fire sprinkler fitter/designer, fire alarm installer/designer.

The Menlo Park Fire Protection District invites you to apply for the position of IT Intern. This is a part-time internship for the technically oriented person that requires flexible hours.  It is an ideal opportunity for a MIS, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science major, college graduate or for those who are computer literate and would like to develop skills and gain hands-on experience in website management and help-desk and desktop support. This position reports to the IT Manager.

Job Summary

Perform all aspects of support related to the day to day computing needs for District employees. Provide support via phone, e-mail and Intranet as well as perform problem determination at the users’ workstations throughout the District.  Special projects will be set up that align with your academic goals.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve computer problems and requests from users in a timely manner. Log requests into the help system
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot hardware, including desktops, laptops, peripherals, network equipment
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot software packages, including operating systems, desktop software and custom applications
• Recommend hardware and software improvements
• Conduct internal software upgrades
• Maintain inventory and prep hardware for recycling
• Data Entry. Input and Quality Control Index customize forms to database
• Special Projects assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Attention to detail
• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to maintain calm demeanor under customer deadline pressures
• Customer focus and dedication to customer satisfaction
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong initiative, self-motivation, and ability to complete tasks on time
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, team environment
• Working knowledge of 7 / 8 / 10 / OS X Desktop Operating Systems
• Working Knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite / Office 365
• Working knowledge of IOS operating system for tablets and phones
• Familiarity of Desktop and Laptop hardware components
• Familiarity with basic IT concepts

Additional Qualifications

• Working towards a Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information System Technology or related degree
• Knowledge of network protocols and topology a plus
• Preferred A+ Certification and/or Network+ Certification
• Knowledge of imaging software a plus

Selection Process

Applications are accepted until December 20,2018.  Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early.   Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the process.  Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee continuation in the process.

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If you enjoy planing and managing City-wide information systems, security operations and technology operations, then we invite you to explore this opportunity with the City of Pacifica. 

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Information Systems and Technology Manager will manage and address the information systems and technology needs of all City of Pacifica departments while leading innovation, performing system analysis, and oversee the maintenance of technology tools for the City.

Under general direction, the Information Systems and Technology Manager plans, directs, coordinates, participates and supervises City-wide information systems, security and technology operations. Manages and addresses the information systems and technology needs of all City departments. Drives innovation, performs system analysis, and oversees the maintenance of technology tools for the City.

This is a Manager classification that oversees, directs, and participates in all activities of the Information Systems and Technology (IST) needs for the City, including short- and long-term IST strategic planning, project and budget management, contract negotiations and management.  This class provides assistance to staff across all departments.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)

• Assigns, schedules, and supervises the work of the Information Systems and Technology Division including but not limited to financial management; work order and project management; network management; server and PC systems and applications; city-wide and department information systems; telecommunication and multi-media communications.
• Implements and updates an information systems and technology strategic plan. 
• Confers and builds consensus with other departmental representatives to determine system functions, procedures, desired results and problem definitions.
• Manages information technology infrastructure, architecture, systems, networks, software and resources across multiple departments and platforms.
• Oversees the development of polices, standards, procedures and practices.
• Performs administrative duties including budget preparation, employee selection, training and evaluation. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

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

• Experience: Five (5) years of increasingly responsible information systems and technology programming, computer operations, networking, or related experience including supervisory experience. 
• Training and Education: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in computer science, information systems, or related areas.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

Successful performance of the work requires significant knowledge of a broad range of technology and information systems, and the ability to develop, oversee, and implement projects and programs across all departments. Responsibilities include the management of day-to-day operations of information technology systems which include, but are not limited to, operating systems software for PC and server environments, network management, GIS, internet and intranet applications, and telecommunications. The incumbent will act as the City's primary professional/technical expert in the areas of assignment. The incumbent is accountable for accomplishing department planning and operational goals and objectives and for furthering the City’s mission, goals, and objectives within general policy guidelines. The incumbent will also perform technical work (i.e., network/systems) as well as manage operations.

Knowledge of:

• Personnel management, supervision and training.
• Public agency budget preparation and contract negotiations and administration.
• Systems analysis principles and techniques.
• Project planning and management.
• Information Technology Systems security.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with vendors, contractors, and City staff.
• Local and wide area networking technology and design concepts.
• Principles, practices and procedures for managing multiple platforms and operating system environments.
• Functions, operations, and capabilities of computers and related information systems and data entry equipment.
• Functions, operations and capability of multi-media and telecommunications systems.

Ability to:

• Design and implement new systems and procedures for information technology applications.
• Research and prepare implementation plans to apply new technology.
• Direct and coordinate information technology activities.
• Supervise, select and train employees.
• Effectively administer special projects with contractual agreements and ensure compliance with stipulations. 
• Effectively administer a variety of operations, programs and administrative activities.
• Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials.
• Conduct complex research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports.
• Trouble shoot problems and identify feasible, cost effective solutions for their resolution.
• Prioritize and manage a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work and meet critical time deadlines.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. 

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS

Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.  Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested candidates must submit a completed online employment application in CalOpp.org.
Resumes in lieu of a completed application will not be accepted. Applications can be obtained
online at https://www.calopps.org/city-of-pacifica.

Applications must be received by Friday, December 14, 2018 at 11:30 PM. Faxes will not be accepted.  

EXAMINATION AND SELECTION PROCESS 

Applications will be reviewed for minimum qualifications and only those applicants identified as the "most highly qualified" will be invited to participate in an oral panel interview examination process. Candidates passing the examination will be placed on the Eligible List.  Only the top applicants may be invited to the Departmental Interview for selection.   

Human Resources reserves the right to revise the testing process to best meet the needs of the City. 

The City of Pacifica is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number meeting our qualifications have been received.

Interviews: TBA

Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing a city application.

DEFINITION

Under supervision of the Chief Building Inspector, to review building plans and related documents including geotechnical reports, structural calculations and energy calculations to assure compliance with adopted model, California and Municipal Codes, ordinances, regulations and policies, to provide clear and concise direction in plan review comments, to assist inspectors, contractors, design professionals and the public by providing information and clarification regarding the adopted codes and their application. 

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Checks building plans, calculations and submittal documents to assure compliance with applicable codes and ordinances including State of California and Daly City Municipal Code requirements; reviews for compliance of health and safety features, proper materials usage, placement on the property, flood, wind and earthquake provisions, sewer, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, energy and building code requirements; reviews plans, calculations and data submitted with plans for compliance; communicates construction and code requirements verbally and in writing to architects, contractors, engineers, developers and the general public; coordinates the review of other City divisions and departments by overseeing the routing of plans and assimilating comments; supervises others in the Division who review plans; approves field changes to construction plans and designs; under direction of the Chief Building Inspector, advises building inspectors on structural and building code questions encountered during construction inspection, interprets codes, ordinances, regulations related to plan checking; researches the history of codes and ordinances when problems of interpretation arise; recommends revisions to the municipal code and assists in its revision; reviews building code alternate requests and recommends denial or approval; prepares reports and correspondence; supervises as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of: Basic principles of fire and life safety code requirements including use and occupancy, general building limitations, types of construction, fire-resistant materials and construction, fire-protection systems and means of egress; accessibility requirements and regulations; structural engineering including design principles specifically wind and earthquake requirements, materials requirements including masonry, reinforced concrete, steel and wood design, stress analysis and strength design, principles of soil mechanics and foundation analysis, methods of building construction, applicable codes, ordinances and regulations, and plan review procedures.  Individuals must have strong written and verbal communication skills to convey requirements clearly and concisely and strong analytical and critical thinking skills and be able to exercise tact and good judgment in dealing with contractors, design professionals and the public. 

Ability to: Read and interpret building plans and specifications; perform complex building, plumbing, mechanical and electrical plan review; detect building code violations; interpret and apply provisions of pertinent codes and regulations; prepare accurate and concise reports; make accurate engineering computations and drawings; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; acquire and demonstrate skill supervising and managing work of others; learn administrative techniques, methods and procedures of personnel management, budget preparation and other skills required to assist in management of the Division; work with, troubleshoot, and assist in developing improvements to computerized Division operation; establish and maintain effectively cooperative working relations with coworkers, the public and employees of other public agencies and private firms interact positively and cooperate with co-workers, respond politely to customers, work as a team member, function under demanding time pressure, respond in a positive manner to supervision, and attend work and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis.

Experience: Three (3) years of full-time professional engineering level work involving structural design, analysis, techniques or engineering plan checking, one year of which involved industrial or commercial structures.

Education: A Bachelor’s degree, or the equivalent, from a college or university with a major in Civil or Structural Engineering, architecture or closely related field.

License: Possession of a valid Class C California Driver’s License.  Possession of a valid International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO) or International Code Council (ICC) Certification as a Building Plans Examiner.  A candidate without this certification may be hired, but must obtain it within one year from date of hire.  Registration as a professional Civil or Structural Engineer in the State of California.  Certification as an Energy Plans Examiner, for residential and non-residential buildings, is desirable. 

The San Mateo County Sheriff's Office is dedicated to improving the quality of life within the community. Here is your opportunity to make a difference by beginning a career in law enforcement! We are currently seeking dedicated men and women to serve as Correctional Officers responsible for the supervision of inmates and inmate activity in County detention facilities.

To avoid delays in processing your application for this position, please carefully read all of the information contained in this job posting prior to submitting an application.
 
IMPORTANT PRE-APPLICATION EXAM INFORMATION

Applicants for Sheriff's Correctional Officer must have passed the entry level physical agility exam with a minimum score of 320 and the POST Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) with a minimum T-score of 46, within a year of the date of application in order to be placed on the eligible list. 
 
Pre-application tests for Sheriff's Correctional Officer applicants have been outsourced to the South Bay Regional Public Safety Training Consortium (aka The Academy); however, test results from other training organizations and law enforcement agencies will be accepted so long as they meet California Peace Officer Standards & Training (POST) requirements as outlined below. Applicants are responsible for contacting The Academy and self-enrolling in the required written test and physical agility test. For current test schedule and enrollment, visit The Academy's website at www.theacademy.ca.gov.  A valid Basic Police Academy certification, meeting POST requirements, dated within one year of application will be accepted in lieu of PELLETB and WSTB scores.  Academy certifications obtained more than a year ago will be accepted in lieu of PELLETB, but applicants must submit WSTB results within a year of application. . 
 
Note: While the physical agility test can be retaken immediately, the written exam can only be retaken once every 30 days. Practice sessions for the physical agility test are also offered through The Academy.

1) Written Test - POST Entry-Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) - This test must be completed in less than 2.5 hours, and it must be passed with a minimum T-Score of 46. T-Scores will determine your ranking on our eligible list. The areas covered by the test include:

• Spelling - Select the correct spelling of a word from a list of options.
• Vocabulary - Select the correct meaning of a word from a list of options.
• Clarity - Select the sentence that is most clearly written from a pair of options.
• Reading - Read a passage and answer questions about the passage's content.
• CLOZE - Use contextual clues to complete a passage that contains missing words.

• 99-yard obstacle course
• 165-pound body drag for 32-feet
• 165-pound body lift

Examples Of Duties

• Receive, search, book, fingerprint, and guard inmates in the correctional facilities.
• Take custody of inmates' property.
• Maintain records of bookings, releases, transfers, money and other functions of the correctional facilities.
• Prepare inmates for court and for release.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Exercise good judgment.
• Read and comprehend legal documents, law enforcement manuals, and court decisions.
• Follow instructions.
• Function effectively under stress.
• Project authority.
• Make accurate observations.
• Perform strenuous physical activity.
• Write reports and correspondence.
• Communicate effectively orally.
• Communicate with all types of people.
• Meet State of California POST medical and physical standards for law enforcement personnel.

• Possession of a Class C California driver license or equivalent.

• Graduation from high school OR possession of a General Education Development Certificate.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship prior to applying for this position with San Mateo County.
• Must not have any felony convictions.
• Must pass a written and physical agility test as outlined above.
• Must be willing to work irregular hours, holidays, weekends and rotating shifts.
• Must pass a background investigation, psychological exam, polygraph and medical evaluations.
• Refrain from using tobacco products at any time for employees hired by the County after October 1, 2004.

Application/Examination

Are you an experienced peace officer? The San Mateo County Sheriff's Office is seeking current peace officers for the position of Deputy Sheriff Lateral.
 
The San Mateo County Sheriff's Office employs over six hundred sworn and civilian employees. Deputy Sheriffs investigate crimes; patrol assigned areas; receive, supervise and transport inmates; act as bailiff or civil deputy; and perform all related duties in law enforcement and crime prevention as may be assigned under general supervision.
 
To avoid delays in processing your application for this position, please read all the information contained in this job posting prior to submitting an application.
 

 
Successful candidates must have experience as a peace officer and must possess a valid California Basic POST Certificate. The Basic Certificate is awarded to current full-time peace officers of a POST-participating agency that have satisfactorily completed the prerequisite Basic Course requirement and the employing agency's probationary period.
 
IMPORTANT: Applicants for this position must submit with their application a copy of their Work Sample Test Battery (WSTB) Physical Agility Test results AND a copy of their valid California Basic POST Certificate or Basic Course Waiver Letter. The physical agility exam must have been completed within one year of the date the job application is submitted.

1. Physical Agility Test - Work Sample Test Battery (WSTB) - This test consists of five individually timed and weighted events, and the minimum passing score is 320. The Academy offers optional practice sessions for the WSTB. Test and practice schedules are available on The Academy website.

• 99-yard obstacle course with sharp turns and up to 34-inch high obstacles
• 165-pound body drag for 32-feet
• 6-foot chain link fence climb
• 6-foot solid wall climb
• 500-yard run

 
Out-of-state applicants: Completion of the Basic Course Waiver process is an option for meeting California's Regular Basic Course training requirement for out-of-state applicants. An individual must successfully complete the entire four-step Basic Course Waiver (BCW) process to obtain a waiver. To begin or learn more about the Basic Course Wavier process, please visit https://www.post.ca.gov/basic-course-waiver-process.aspx.

Qualifications

Certificate: As required by the State of California, incumbents at this level must possess a valid California Basic POST Certificate.

Education: High school diploma or its equivalent.

License: Valid California Class C Driver License or equivalent.

Citizenship: U.S. citizen; permanent resident aliens who are eligible must have applied for citizenship at the time of application for this position. 

Background: No felony convictions and no recent drug use.

Physical Requirements: Must be free from any condition which might adversely affect fitness for the duties of the position; uncorrected visual acuity of at least 20/100 in each eye, correctable to 20/30 in each eye; weight must be in proportion to height.

Other requirements: Willing to work irregular hours, holidays, weekends, and rotating shifts. Refrain from using tobacco products at any time for employees hired by the County after October 1, 2004.

Application/Examination

Anyone May Apply.  Responses to supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our County of San Mateo application form along with your Basic POST Certificate and your physical agility exam results. An application screening committee may select those applicants whose education, experience, training, and knowledge most closely match the requirements of the position and the needs of the Sheriff's Office. 

The San Mateo County Sheriff's Office invites applications for the Deputy Sheriff Trainee position.  We pledge Commitment, Integrity, and Compassion to all citizens and visitors.  Whether you are looking to start a career or advance a career in law enforcement, the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office invites you to join our team of over 700 staff and approximately 500 volunteers to carry these values forward.    

Deputy Sheriff Trainee is the entry-level class of the Deputy Sheriff series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents receive Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Academy and/or field officer training in order to acquire a POST Basic Certificate. Incumbents perform a wide variety of peace officer tasks under close and direct supervision of experienced officers and are required to promote to the journey-level Deputy Sheriff classification after acquiring the education and experience required of the State of California POST Basic Certificate. At the higher journey level, Deputies investigate crimes; patrol assigned areas; receive, supervise and transport inmates; act as bailiff or civil deputy; and perform all related duties in law enforcement and crime prevention as may be assigned under general supervision.

Current San Mateo County Sheriff's Correctional Officers who are selected for the positions will remain in their Correctional Officer classification and current pay grade while attending the Academy. Upon Academy graduation, Correctional Officers are then moved into a Deputy Sheriff classification and pay range.

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

• Spelling - Select the correct spelling of a word from a list of options
• Vocabulary - Select the correct meaning of a word from a list of options
• Clarity - Select the sentence that is most clearly written from a pair of options
• Reading - Read a passage and answer questions about the passage's content
• CLOZE - Use contextual clues to complete a passage that contains missing words

2) Physical Agility Test - Work Sample Test Battery (WSTB) - This test consists of five individually timed and weighted events, and the minimum passing score is 320. The Academy offers optional practice sessions for the WSTB. Test and practice schedules are available on The Academy's website. The events include:

• 99-yard obstacle course with sharp turns and up to 34-inch high obstacles
• 165-pound body drag for 32-feet
• 6-foot chain link fence climb
• 6-foot solid wall climb
• 500-yard run

3) 1.5-Mile Run - This is a pass/fail test held independently of the WSTB, and it must be completed in 14 minutes or less.

Note:  All test scores must be within one year of the date of your application for the Deputy Sheriff Trainee position. A Basic Police Academy certification, meeting POST requirements, dated within one year of application will be accepted in lieu of PELLETB and WSTB scores. A valid Basic Policy Academy certification that meets POST requirements obtained more than one year ago will be accepted in lieu of PELLETB, but applicants must submit WSTB and 1.5 mile run results completed within a year of application.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from high school or possession of a GED.

Licensure/Certification: Possession of a Class C California driver license or equivalent. Eligibility for State of California P.O.S.T. law enforcement academy and field officer training OR successful graduation from State of California P.O.S.T. law enforcement academy and eligibility for field officer training. Candidates must successfully complete field officer training and receive a Basic POST Certificate within their probationary period.

Knowledge of: Civil laws, codes, ordinances and recent court decisions; principles and practices of law enforcement, criminal investigation and basic psychology; and rules of evidence, laws of arrest and court procedure.

Skill/Ability to: Exercise good judgment; read and comprehend legal documents, law enforcement manuals, and court decisions; read standard street and highway maps; follow instructions; function effectively under stress; project authority; observe accurately; perform repeated strenuous physical exertion; write reports and correspondence; communicate effectively orally; communicate with all types of people; and meet State of California POST medical and physical standards for law enforcement personnel.

Other Requirements: Candidates selected for the positions must also pass a background investigation, psychological exam, polygraph and medical evaluations.

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION
Open: Anyone may apply.   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.

This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement.
 
Eligible List Placement:  Applicants for this position must take and pass the Physical Agility - Work Sample Test Battery (pass/fail), the 1.5 mile run in 14 minutes or less, and the POST Entry-level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) with a minimum T-score of 48 (weight: 100%) or have a valid Basic Police Academy certificate (as detailed above) to be placed on the eligible list. For information regarding the tests, see the pre-application test descriptions above. To register for these exams, contact the South Bay Regional Public Safety Training Consortium at www.theacademy.ca.gov.

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.

Responses to the supplemental questions and copies of required test scores must be submitted in addition to the regular employment application form. Applications submitted without the attachments will be rejected.

Please keep available the instructions below on how to attach documents to your application as you prepare to submit your application.
- In the application form, choose the "Attachments" link
- Click the "Add Supplemental Attachment" link
- Select "PELLETB T Scores" in the Attachment Type choices
- Click "Upload" to find and select your saved document
- Click the "Add Supplemental Attachment" link again
- Select "Physical Agility Result" in the Attachment Type choices
- Click "Upload" to find and select your saved document
- Click on the "Next" button to proceed with the rest of the application process

Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process.

The Department
The mission of the Regional Water Quality Control Plant (RWQCP) is to protect San Francisco Bay by cleaning and treating wastewater before it is discharged to San Francisco Bay.

The Position
This position develops and maintains the City's stormwater and wastewater treatment and recycled water plant technology, communication, SCADA, PLC , alarm, public storm website, and computer systems to meet federal, state, and local regulations to protect public health and safety. The Technologist is responsible for systems analysis, programming and design in the solution of data processing issues and maintenance of computer systems at the Water Quality Treatment Plant; maintains close coordination with the Information Technology Department to ensure integration of all systems with City-wide MIS functions. Acts as a resource to departments in the planning, development, and control of data systems.