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THE OPPORTUNITY

The City of Pacifica is a beautiful coastal community, just south of San Francisco with an exciting opportunity. We are currently hiring a RANGER to join our team. Under direction, the Ranger performs a wide variety of duties relating to the operation of the municipal fishing pier, recreation facilities, parks, playgrounds, trails, beaches and any related work within the City’s rights of way.

 

At the City of Pacifica, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. To us, equal opportunity employment is not just about compliance, it’s about who you are, how you can help our City and who you want to be. At the City of Pacifica, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and residents.

 

BASIC EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

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

• Assists and supervises the general public in its use of recreational facilities, including but not limited to parks, playgrounds, beaches, and the municipal pier
• Enforces established ordinances and regulations, mainly related to motor vehicles
• Performances maintenance and custodial duties
• Provides information to the public regarding the use of fishing piers, beaches and parks
• Provides first aid for minor accidents
• Enforces parking control ordinances with regards to meter parking and restricted parking zones
• Issues citations accordingly

The duties described in this job announcement are intended only as illustrations of the basic types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. 

Are you an experienced law enforcement professional looking for an amazing opportunity on the Coast? If so, we invite you to explore this opportunity with the City of Pacifica.

The City of Pacifica is currently recruiting for a Police Captain to join in our mission of protecting and serving the Community.

 

To learn more about this opportunity, please click here.

Under general supervision, supplements administrative staff and provides support for sworn staff in police operations including mail distribution, public fingerprinting, property and evidence handling and control, data input and retrieval for payroll, purchasing, and crime analysis functions; provides parking and vehicle abatement enforcement, prepares minor police reports; performs administrative support for youth services, crime prevention and volunteer programs and is cross trained to handle all assignments.

IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

There are four main assignment areas for the position. Currently there is only one vacancy; however, Senior Community Service Officers are cross trained in all of the areas listed below and positions may rotate upon need of the agency.  The new hire for this opening will initially be assigned to field operations.

Field Operations assignment:

Performs vehicle abatement duties, provides parking enforcement, performs evidence collection and processing in accordance with departmental procedures, prepares police and operational reports. Responds to subpoenas as necessary. Handle a variety of department fleet maintenance and equipment maintenance duties; run errands in support of department operations. 

Property/Evidence assignment:

Maintain and manage property and evidence of the department, including maintaining the property / evidence rooms; receive, collect, catalogue, store, handle and transport evidence; reviews files on case-by-base basis for disposition in accordance with Penal Codes and Law; assist in providing training to officers on proper packaging of evidence; prepare basic police reports, compile complex information; manage equipment inventory, provide information, telephone and front counter service, order and maintain evidence supplies and necessary equipment, perform payroll data input and payroll preparation/coordination.

Crime Prevention assignment:

Contacts residents, homeowners associations, Neighborhood Watch groups and others to coordinate community presentations; prepare educational materials and information on issues such as crime stats, department operations, general City topics and other related topics for presentations and public information brochures; develop department press releases for local newspapers; prepare, coordinate and/or participate in various community events; assist in coordinating reserve officer and citizen volunteer program activities; supervise, maintain, coordinate and provide training for the Police Explorer program; conduct police station tours; coordinates, drives and prepares CARES vehicle for use at City events; backup support for Property and Evidence assignment ; coordinates support functions of various divisions and services.

Warrant/Crime Analysis assignment:

Research, organize and compile crime analysis information using specialized software applications; prepare internal correspondence, reports, graphs and other presentations; develop and maintain contacts with other criminal justice system personnel to exchange information; maintains department records pertaining to such items as registrants, parolees, pawn slips, and FI cards; assist Detectives in intelligence; prepare and coordinate status reports and informational publications for the public; act as non-custodial court liaison including periodic (e.g. daily) runs to Criminal Court; maintains department warrants, including processing incoming, recalled, suspended and cleared warrants, monitoring and tracking outside agency warrant requests, updates on booked defendants, and due diligence; handles bail procedures.  

EDUCATION AND TRAINING GUIDELINES:

Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way would be:

Education:  A high school diploma or equivalent with courses in office administration or specialized job training, with undergraduate college course work, specialized administrative or law enforcement education and/or training. An associate degree is desirable.

Experience:  Two (2) years of full-time experience using computers, telephones, radios and other modern office equipment and programs including preparing, compiling and distributing records, budgets, reports and statistical information.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to provide effective service and technical support; ability to learn all assignments; ability to sit for long periods of time, stoop, squat, lift and carry small boxes, supplies and equipment up to 25 lbs.; ability to remain calm and courteous in stressful situations, possess stamina for high workload periods, high profile projects and tight deadlines; coordinate and communicate with a wide range of people, effectively disseminate information and analyze relevant data; flexibility to work irregular hours and overtime as necessary; handle multiple priorities and respond to urgent requests; provide community service in a polite and courteous manner. Possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s License and a good driving record.

HOW TO APPLY:

A City/District application is required for consideration and must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., Monday, December 2, 2019. It is recommended that you apply as soon as possible as we will only accept the first 100 applications for this position. Applications may be submitted online at the following website: http://www.calopps.org.

You may also obtain and submit the required application at the Human Resources Department, City of Foster City, 610 Foster City Blvd., Foster City, CA 94404.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:

A limited number of the most qualified candidates may be invited to continue in the selection process. The selection process may consist of one or more of the following components: written exam, oral board interview and/or assessment center. The employment list will consist of candidates that successfully complete the oral board process. This list will be in effect for at least one year. Applicants selected for a Departmental interview must complete a background investigation which includes a polygraph and fingerprinting. After a conditional job offer, applicants must also complete a psychological examination and pre-employment medical examination.

BENEFITS:

The City of Foster City provides a superior benefits program which includes 12 paid holidays per year; annual sick leave; discretionary leave; Public Employees’ Retirement System, 2.7%@55 formula; Voluntary Deferred Compensation program; Flexible Benefits Program including health, dental, vision and medical/dependent care reimbursement accounts; VEBA program; 9/80 work schedule; vacation accrued at the rate of 11 working days per year for the first three years then increasing to a maximum of 23 working days per year; long-term disability insurance; and life insurance.

 

Serve as a Lifeline... Become a Dispatcher with the City of Belmont Police Department!

The City of Belmont is currently recruiting for Entry-Level  candidates to fill current and future openings.

$84,250.20 Annually to Start
 

Why Belmont?

We are a Department located in the heart of the San Francisco Peninsula and adjacent to the Silicon Valley. Our diverse team of men and women pride themselves on making a difference in the community and continuing the Department’s long standing “Tradition of Service”.

As a Dispatcher with the City of Belmont you will be a part of a team dedicated to providing community oriented law enforcement, crime prevention, public assistance and education.

The Position

Dispatchers play a vital role in the department by answering both emergency and non-emergency calls, dispatching units and providing information and assistance to the community. 

Dispatchers work twelve (12) hours shifts - with four (4) days off every other week.

 

Under direct supervision, a Library Page is to sort, shelve, straighten, and relocate library materials on the shelves; pull library materials off shelves, and prepare the library for opening/closing procedures.  The ability to quickly and accurately sort items alphabetically and numerically.  This is an ideal job for someone who has good organizational skills, and able to work with others. A library page also provides basic directional information to library users.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

Standing in and walking between work areas is frequently required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard. Positions in this classification frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and reach to perform assigned duties, as well as push and pull carts. Employees must possess the ability to lift and carry materials and objects up to 25 pounds and push and pull materials and objects up to 75 pounds with the use of proper equipment.

The City of Redwood City’s Library Department

Invites You To Apply For The part-time (20 hours per week) Regular Position Of:

Library Assistant I/II Bilingual

 

Providing a variety of services for children, adults, and families, the current opening is based at the bilingual Fair Oaks Branch Library. Bilingual ability (Spanish/English) is highly preferred.  Performs a wide variety of technical and clerical library work related to such activities as circulation and assisting customers in a team-oriented atmosphere.  The candidate will be friendly, outgoing, enthusiastic, creative, technologically savvy and able to consistently provide superb service to a diverse community of library users.  The candidate may also be assigned to work at other Redwood City Public Library locations.  The position will require work during the day, evenings and weekends. We may use the eligibility list created from this recruitment process to fill any part-time positions that occur in other Redwood City Public Library locations, during the life of the eligibility list.

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

Typical duties include, but are not limited to, the following:  Acknowledge and greet customers; provide high level public service at the Customer Assistance desk ; register new customers; collect overdue fines; answer routine directional  and informational questions; explain library policies and resolve problems; use basic reference sources to locate information requested by customers;  assist in developing procedures, and prepare reports/surveys as directed; open/close the branches; assist in  library electronic services projects; provide basic troubleshooting of computer hardware/software;  input into library database bibliographic information and customer records; assist in the processing of library materials; repair, retrieve and shelve library materials; perform routine clerical assignments; assign routine tasks and provide instruction to Library Pages; assist in receiving library materials; receive/sort/distribute incoming mail; inventory and order supplies; assist in preparation of displays and exhibits; assist with library programs, special events, and outreach;  and perform related duties as assigned.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

Education & Experience

Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.  At least one year recent experience performing direct interactive general public customer services or related work in a library or significant experience working in a direct interactive public customer services position is required.    Experience working in team-oriented atmosphere is highly preferred.  Appointment may be at the Library Assistant I or II level, depending on qualifications.

For a full job description visit: https://www.redwoodcity.org/Home/ShowDocument?id=454

 

License & Certificates

• Incumbent may be required to travel between various locations during their scheduled work shift.
• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record.

Knowledge of:

• Customer service principles

• Standard library procedures, including circulation, search procedures, and the use of reference sources.
• Computers and software.
• General types and uses of library materials.
• Policies, procedures, organization and operating details of a library.
• Basic technology devices, programs and applications
• Electronic resources and basic troubleshooting.

 

Ability to:

• Provide excellent customer service in a friendly cooperative manner.
• Communicate clearly, both orally and in written form.
• Work well as a proactive and innovative team member
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Respond to general assistance inquiries of library customers and respond to reference questions.
• Assist customers in locating library materials and using library materials
• Troubleshoot basic technology problems
• Communicate in both Spanish and English.
• Sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, squat, stoop, reach and lift 20 pounds and push/pull 50 pounds.
• Work during the day, evenings and weekends.
• Work independently and with direct supervision.

 

A City application including a pre-requisite questionnaire is required. Prior to appointment, candidates will be required to pass a background check (at no cost to the candidate) including the following:

1. Criminal History Check
2. DMV Check
3. Fingerprinting

 

Open Until Filled, First Review of Applications on 10/28/19   

Application Process

Apply online at www.CalOpps.org Member Agency: Redwood City    

Candidates with a disability, which may require special assistance in any phase of the application or selection process, should advise the Human Resources Division upon submittal of application.   

Selection Process Oral Board Interview Tentatively scheduled for November 7, 2019.  All applications will be reviewed for neatness, accuracy, completion, relevant education, experience, training and other job related qualifications.  The most qualified applicants will be asked to participate in the testing process, which will consist of an interview with Department staff.   

CITY VALUES:

Our Core Purpose: Build a Great Community Together   

The values that guide us are:

• EXCELLENCE: Passion to do our best in each moment.
• INTEGRITY: Do the right thing, not the easy thing.
• SERVICE: We care and it makes a difference.
• CREATIVITY: Freedom to imagine and courage to act.

The City of Redwood City 

Invites you to apply for the position of 

Contract Permit Technician 

(one year contract)

 

THE POSITION   You will enjoy processing a variety of permits, provide general information to the public at City Hall via the public counter, by telephone and will be an integral member of Redwood City's Counter Team. 

 

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

• Provide customer service to the public at the Community Development Services counter; explain ordinances and procedures to owners, contractors, developers, and the general public.
• Issue permits of all types of construction and use, to include checking plot plans for size of lot, set back of house, side yards, and location of sidewalks.
• Accept plans for plan check and verify accuracy and completeness for information; assist applicant in completing permit application and compute fees for plan check and building permit. 
• Compile and report statistical information; maintain files on maps and records; operate specialized permitting software.
• Input a variety of information into the computer system including inspection request.
• Attend bid openings for Public Works projects.

 

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Provide excellent customer service to all individuals by being attentive, understanding, responsive, fair, courteous, respectful, and to actively participate in maintaining a positive customer service environment.
• Receive telephone calls and inquires at counter; assist and direct public to appropriate staff member or department; provide information regarding efficient engineering services, codes, regulations, standards, procedures, policies, requirements, fees, and other related matters.
• Research City archives and retrieve plans, reports, maps and other public records for the Engineering Division, other departments, and public inquiry.
• Receive, coordinate, process, and issue a variety of engineering permits and applications in an efficient and timely manner; Sort and route permit application packages; insure all necessary approvals are obtained.
• Review submitted plans and applications for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with City standards and regulations; assist the public in completing applications and other necessary forms; verify that appropriate signatures, insurance documents, security documents, required calculations, and scales/dimensions are included; collect and route traffic control plans for approval by the Traffic Engineer; performs simple technical plan check.
• Calculate various construction valuations, plan check fees and permit fees; create permit accounts on permit processing software; collect fees and deposits; track account balances; communicate with the Finance department on outstanding and closed accounts; process refund requests.
• Assist engineering staff with the advertising and bidding of improvement projects including all coordination with the local newspaper, contractors, and printing/posting agency, administration of the bid opening, and tabulation of the bid results in Excel. (Raisa is currently doing this, but it is an option for the future.
• Operate standard office equipment including computer equipment and software applications as assigned.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

 

Education, Training & Experience

Minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in an engineering, building or planning department of a public agency, construction office, or other similar agency.  Education equivalent to completion of high school supplemented by courses and/or seminars in business, management, communication, engineering, building, and/or planning.

Licenses & Certificates

• A valid California Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record are required.
• ICC Permit Technician certification is highly desirable.

Knowledge of:

• Permits processing, permitting software, and procedures in a public agency.
• Records management practices; general office practices and procedures.
• Organization and departmental procedures and processes.

Ability to:

• Understand general information on plans submitted with permit application.

• Understand and effectively explain the city ordinances, regulations and procedures.
• Maintain neat and accurate records.
• Interact effectively and courteously with members of the public.
• Compile and tabulate data; operate a variety of office equipment and computer software.
• Maintain and administer an inspection scheduling system.
• Perform basic fee calculations.
• Work harmoniously in a team oriented atmosphere.                                             
• Perform the essential job functions of the classification.

Application Process Apply online at www.CalOpps.org- Member Agency: Redwood City

Candidates with a disability, which may require special assistance in any phase of the application or selection process, should advise the Human Resources Division upon submittal of application.

Selection Process Oral Board Interview Tentatively scheduled for November 15, 2019

 

 

All applications, including supplemental questionnaire, will be reviewed for neatness, accuracy, completion, relevant education, experience, training and other job related qualifications. Those who best meet the stated qualifications and requirements for the position will be invited to participate in the testing process, which will consist of an oral board interview.

A City application and supplemental questionnaire is required. Prior to appointment, candidates will be required to pass a background check (at no cost to the candidate) including the following:

1. Criminal History Check
2. DMV Check

CITY VALUES Our Core Purpose: Build a Great Community Together The values that guide us are:  

• EXCELLENCE: Passion to do our best in each moment.
• INTEGRITY: Do the right thing, not the easy thing.
• SERVICE: We care and it makes a difference.
• CREATIVITY: Freedom to imagine and courage to act.

The City of Redwood City is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! The Immigration Act of 1986 requires proof of identity and eligibility for employment at date of hire.  Any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

POSITION:

Under general direction, perform a wide range of field and office duties to support and/or accomplish the goals and objectives of the Police Department. This positions works less than 950 hours per year and on average, works less than 20 hours on average per week.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform community relations duties such as answering telephones, interacting with the public to obtain and/or provide information and assistance, retrieving information and researching citizens’ questions.
• Provide support and help increase the healthy behavior of residents and the community by walking, jogging, and bike riding with the residents.
• Complete forms and written reports.
• File and maintain records.
• Assist in receiving, storing and releasing of property.
• Transport evidence to various locations as needed.
• Enforce designated codes, ordinances and regulations.
• Issue parking and abandoned vehicle citations.
• Provide crowd and traffic control.
• Ensure security at City building, parks and grounds.
• Provide security at special events.
• Operate departmental vehicles as needed.
• May provide bilingual services.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

The Police Department invites you to apply for the position of Police Clerk. The current opening is in the Police Department, and provides an excellent opportunity for a person seeking variety and challenge.  This position is under the general supervision of a Records Supervisor within the Administrative Division. 

Typical duties may include the following:

• Sort, file, copy and distribute crime reports, traffic reports, citations, petitions, subpoenas, warrants and other materials to appropriate personnel.
• Type correspondence and perform data entry, process court work, operate a computer terminal.
• Respond to inquiries from the public
• Perform fingerprinting (LiveScan).
• Maintain files and permits on registered persons.
• Act as front desk receptionist, answer various phones, electronic requests for service and other related responsibilities.

The ideal candidate will embrace the City’s emphasis on excellent customer service; will be detail-oriented and able to manage multiple tasks; will use initiative and independent judgment, establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with Department personnel, supervisors, other City employees, and the public. 

The ability to speak Spanish fluently; one year of experience performing specialized clerical duties, applicable to a police operations environment; and the ability to type 45 WPM are all highly desirable qualifications, but are not required.  If you choose to submit a typing speed certificate, it must be uploaded as an attachment to your application.

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

DEFINITION

Under direction, be responsible for processing various types of construction permits, and interact with the public at the counter and on the telephone.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Include, but are not limited to the following)

Accept plans and related documents for plan check; assist applicant in completing permit application and compute permit check fee for plan check. Verify the accuracy and completeness of information in accordance with building division guidelines; route plans and monitor progress on plan checks; maintain plan check filing system; respond to questions about plan check progress and explain procedures to applicants (owners, contractors, developers) and the general public. Operate the computerized Information System; review, approve and issue less complicated non-structural plan check over the counter.

OTHER DUTIES

Calculate permit fees; process refund requests; log and process complaints.  May oversee front office staff for permit processing.

KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/SKILLS (The following are a representative sample of the knowledge/abilities and skills necessary to perform essential duties of the position.)

Knowledge of: Architectural drawing convention and what comprises a complete set of plans; processes and procedures associated with construction permits; record management practices; general office operations; familiarity with building code and construction terminology.

Ability to: Understand general information presented on construction plans; understand and patiently and effectively explain city ordinances, regulations and procedures; maintain records neatly and accurately; interact competently and courteously with the public; effectively communicate verbally and in written format.

Skills: Perform accurate arithmetic calculations; operate computer and calculator with speed and accuracy.

QUALIFICATIONS (The following are minimal qualifications necessary for entry into the classification)

Education & Experience: Any combination of experience and education that provides the desired knowledge and abilities to duties. Typically this is obtained through a high school education and at least on years’ experience working in a building or planning department.

License/Certificate: Permit Technician certificate from ICC, or ability to obtain certificate within one year of hire.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Ability to deal effectively with difficult people with firmness and tact including people of diverse cultural backgrounds; sit and stand for long periods of time; to kneel and squat to retrieve materials; to lift supply materials weighing up to 10-pounds; to maintain cooperative working relationships with all those contacted in the course of work. Ability to communicate well, to be able to read requirements and to hear and understand people at the counter and on the telephone.

HOW TO APPLY

A City/District application and supplemental questionnaire are required for consideration and must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., Monday, October 21, 2019.  The application may be submitted online at www.calopps.org.

You may also apply at the Human Resources Department, City of Foster City, 610 Foster City Blvd., Foster City, CA  94404.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

A limited number of the most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process.  The selection process can consist of one or more of the following components:  written exam, oral board interview, and assessment center.  The list will consist of candidates that successfully complete the selection process.  A departmental interview will be scheduled to fill the current vacancy following the establishment of the employment list.  This list will be in effect for one year or until exhaustion.  After a conditional job offer, applicants must complete a background check, fingerprinting, and pre-employment medical examination.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

1. Are you currently working at other jurisdictions as a Permit Technician?

Yes

No

2. Are you certified as a Permit Technician?

Yes

No

3. Please provide a brief summary of your experience in the following areas:

• Providing customer service at the front counter and answering phone calls
• -Reviewing plans, issuing permits and working with permitting software

 

4. Explain what customer service means to you and how you would handle working in a fast-paced environment. Also include in your response how you deal with multiple tasks and manage workloads.