The County of San Mateo is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Equity and Belonging Manager.  
 
The vision of the Office of Racial and Social Justice (ORSJ) is one where all San Mateo County residents, workers, and staff experience just and fair inclusion into a society in which all can participate, prosper, and reach their full potential. All residents are better off, when we enable everyone to fully participate in the civic, social, and economic opportunities.  Our work is to help create the institutional conditions that enable all our clients, communities, and partners to reach their full potential.  

 
The Equity and Belonging Manager will work with the Chief Equity Officer in the development and management of innovative and effective strategies to advance the ORSJ’s vision and day-to-day operations. The work requires considerable initiative and judgment and the ability to make sound recommendations to the Chief Equity Officer and departmental leadership.
 
The Equity and Belonging Manager may provide direct and indirect supervision over lower level supervisory, professional, technical, and clerical employees and contractors.
 
The Equity and Belonging Manager will optimize and support the functions of the ORSJ, which include but are not limited to the following:

• Collaborate with the County’s Chief Equity Officer and other equity-focused staff to normalize and institutionalize the implementation of an equity lens to improve relationships, decision-making, structures, and systems of County operation and delivery of services.
• Consult with and advise management, multi-disciplinary staff, community organizations, providers, external agencies, and other stakeholders on complex matters concerning efforts to advance just and fair governance and improving life outcomes for all populations.
• Sustain and improve the operations of an interdepartmental Core Equity Team and its committees to advance their annual action plans.
• Facilitate community and agency partnerships and learning opportunities across government and community leaders.
• Design, implement, promote, deliver, and evaluate programs and tools designed to advance equity, including staff development, community engagement and partnership, organizational assessments, policy and systems changes, public information, and individual and group trainings.
• Manage the County’s Targeted Strategies: Improving Outcomes for All action plans.
• Shepherd the implementation of the County’s Anchor Institution framework to ensure the success of inclusive procurement, investment, and staffing efforts.  
• Conduct public solicitation processes and develop and monitor contracts.
• Participate in the development and implementation of County goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and priorities.
• Prepare and manage a variety of reports, correspondence, and other written materials, and present reports and studies as necessary. 
• Provide guidance and training to support internal and external partners in the development and delivery of equity programs, policies, and tools, and develop related work plans and training materials as needed.
• Participate in designing and implementing performance measurement plans that help determine the effectiveness of the goals and strategies. 
• Monitor changes in laws, regulations, and technology that may affect County or departmental operations; implement policy and procedural changes as required.
• Select, supervise, train, and evaluate professional, technical, and clerical employees and contractors.
• Perform related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

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:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public policy, sociology, education, ethnic studies, public relations, social work, public health, public administration, or a related field, includes trainings and education specific to issues related to racial and social equity. 
• Experience: Five years of experience in the administration of community, public policy, educational, or social and racial justice programs, including at least three years in a supervisory level AND life experience related to interacting with inequitable systems that can provide an integral perspective to the position.

Demonstrated track record of success engaging with underserved and marginalized communities, and experience in making transformational changes to advance equity is required.

 
Knowledge of:

• Theories, principles, and practices of effective management and strategic planning processes and techniques.
• Social, political, economic, and environmental issues influencing issues related to equity.
• Strategies to advance equity in a governmental setting.
• Frameworks promoted by the Government Alliance on Race and Equity
• History of racial inequities and current institutional and systemic factors that maintain, reinforce and/or create inequities. 
• Cultural competencies, cultural humility, and intercultural communication to facilitate dialogue and partnership with diverse groups of community members.
• Principles and practices of effective institutional change management. 
• Group facilitation and effective communication techniques to thoughtfully engage in empathetic, authentic, and difficult conversations about race, patriarchy, LGBTQ+ and disability issues, and other structures of power and privilege to advance organizational change. 
• Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, implementation, and evaluation.
• Policy analysis and methods of developing and advocating for public policies specific to equity issues. Familiarity with Targeted Universalism framework
• Public sector solicitation processes and methods
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to social and racial equity.
• Record keeping principles and procedures.
• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
• Strong communication skills, including public speaking, presenting, and writing for diverse audiences.
• Interpersonal and group communication techniques for effectively representing the County in contact with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and County staff.

Ability to:

• Plan, organize, implement, and manage multiple equity-focused programming simultaneously.
• Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
• Conduct needs assessments, evaluations, and track learnings over time.
• Facilitate a wide range of meetings with participants with different levels of understanding and buy-in about equity and levels of authority to implement initiatives.
• Develop and deliver trainings and team building activities.
• Develop sound conclusions and recommendations; and present recommendations in a way that is compelling to a variety of institutional and community audiences.
• Conduct community impact analysis; utilize evidence and data to identify trends and relationships; present this data visually and recommend improvements to life outcomes for marginalized populations.
• Effectively and positively partner with internal and external stakeholders to accomplish shared projects and goals.
• Represent the County effectively on equity issues in a variety of forums.
• Prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive correspondence, reports, studies, and other written materials for diverse audiences.
• Speak clearly, explicitly, authentically, and convincingly to diverse audiences and communicate effective in writing and orally.
• Listen thoughtfully, constructively, and authentically to diverse audiences.
• Exercise sound, expert independent judgment, and political acumen within general policy guidelines.
• Exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with highly sensitive, complex, and confidential issues and situations.
• Build effective, strong working relationships, partnerships, and networks with communities of color, LGBTQ+ communities, disability communities, and other communities that have been marginalized, and the organizations that serve them.
• Properly interpret and make decisions in accordance with appropriate laws, regulations, and policies.
• Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Conduct complex research projects, analyze, and evaluate policies, programs, procedures, and techniques with an equity lens, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports and presentations
• Conduct solicitations processes and manage multiple contracts and vendors Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record keeping, and tracking systems.
• Supervise, coach, support, and manage staff as needed to maximize staff potential and advance overall equity goals. 
• Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs.

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION

Open and Promotional.  Anyone may apply.  
 

The examination process for this recruitment will consist of an Application Screening (weight: pass/fail), and an Interview (weight: 100%), which may include the evaluation of a brief writing exercise given immediately preceding the interview.  Applicants must successfully pass the Application Screening to move forward to the interview.  Candidates must successfully pass the interview to be placed on the eligible (hiring) list.
 
Depending on the number of applications, a screening committee may select those applicants whose education and/or experience appear to best meet the needs of the position. For that reason, not all applicants with the minimum qualifications are guaranteed to advance through the recruitment.
 
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 "Apply". If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply.
 
In addition to completing the standard Employment Application form, responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire (attached to the application form) must also be provided.

~ TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE ~
Deadline for Applications: April 23, 2026, by 11:59 PM
Application Screening: April 28-May 5, 2026
Panel Interviews: May 11 and/or 12, 2026

Finalist Interviews: Week of May 18, 2026, likely May 22, 2026

 About the County
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 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, as an employer, 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: Chet Overstreet (03262026) (Equity Manager - D232)  

About This Role

The San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department is looking for a highly motivated individual to be our Management Analyst I/II. This efficient and organized team player will be responsible for complex duties including analyzing and monitoring revenue and expenditure reports, overseeing department budget, and demonstrating supervisorial skills.

Who We Are

The San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department is a full-service agency that serves the cities of Belmont, Foster City, and San Mateo. The Department serves nearly 161,000 residents daily with a day-time population around 230,000. Additionally, the Department participates in a mutual aid program throughout the county, helping to secure a million people daily. The Department has a healthy collaborative atmosphere and encourages participation at all levels. For more information visit: www.smcfire.org.

What You’ll Do

• Compile, analyze, and prepare updates for the department budget and assist in the development and monitoring of budget.

• Analyze cost and revenue trends in multiple funding sources; prepare a variety of fiscal, administrative and management reports, and oversee fixed asset inventory and equipment replacement program.

• Perform research and statistical analyses on administrative, fiscal, personnel, and operational problems.

• Identify, recommend, and develop department policy changes which are submitted to the Fire Chief for final review; review and analyze operating procedures to determine if opportunities exist to streamline processes or better serve our customers and make recommendations as necessary.

• Participate in the development and installation of new or revised programs, systems, procedures, and methods of operation.

• Assist with administering contracts including those relating to department projects; monitor programs for compliance with applicable regulations.

• Represent the Department in interdepartmental, community, and professional meetings as required.

For a complete list of duties, reference our job specifications at www.smcfire.org/administration  

To View Job Announcement, click on Job PDF link below:

The San Mateo Medical Center's Patient Financial Services Department is seeking a qualified individual for the position of Patient Services Supervisor - Hospital Billing and Follow Up.

The Patient Services Supervisor-Hospital Billing and Follow Up is responsible for:

• Supervising and managing A/R (accounts receivable) follow-up staff.
• Ensuring timely and effective insurance and patient account collections.
• Monitoring staff productivity, quality, and adherence to departmental goals.
• Providing training, coaching, and performance evaluations for team members.
• Assigning workloads and prioritizing accounts based on aging and payer guidelines.
• Ensuring timely follow-up on unpaid claims with insurance companies, government agencies, and patients.
• Reviewing and resolving complex billing issues, denials, and underpayments.
• Supervising and analyzing denial trends and implementing corrective actions.
• Coordinating with coding, billing, and clinical departments to resolve claim issues and ensure accurate documentation and resubmission of denied claims.
• Preparing and reviewing A/R performance, aging, and productivity reports; tracking key performance indicators, such as Days in A/R, denial rate, and cash collection.
• Ensuring timely management of provider enrollment for Medicare and Medi-Cal payers.

This Full-Time, Regular vacancy is located in South San Francisco, and the successful hire will travel throughout the County for supervision meetings, etc.

The ideal candidate will have at least four years of experience in hospital billing and follow up functions; be able to plan, organize, prioritize and supervise the work of hospital follow up effectively; supervise staff conducting patient billing and follow up activities; work independently with minimal supervision using initiative and sound independent judgment within established guidelines; read, interpret and apply rules, policies and procedures; maintain accurate records and files; organize work, set priorities and meet critical deadlines; communicate effectively and establish and maintain effective positive working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; and demonstrate experience working with diverse client groups and staff.

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:

• Supervise and direct patient services office support and business office support staff and activities.
• Plan, schedule and assign office support work in admitting, registration and program billing areas.
• Participate in the hiring of assigned staff, recommending selection for management approval.
• Train assigned staff in patient services office support, business office and County procedures and policies.
• Evaluate employee performance, counsel employees, and effectively recommend initial corrective actions and other personnel decisions.
• Provide input into the budget and goal setting processes.
• Research and compile information from a variety of sources for the completion of forms or the preparation of periodic and special reports.
• Provide information to the public or to County staff that requires the use of judgment and the interpretation and application of policies, rules or procedures.
• Organize and maintain various patient intake, insurance billing or general files; type draft or finished materials from dictated tapes or brief instructions using a typewriter or word processor; proofread material as required.
• Develop, recommend and implement improved operating procedures, forms and work processes.
• Oversee and personally perform a variety of office administrative details such as ordering supplies, arranging for the repair of equipment, transmitting information, and keeping reference materials up to date; operate standard office equipment.
• Perform complex, technical, difficult and/or specialized office support related to the patient services or business office area.
• Provide off hours support as required.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Supervisory principles and practices, including work planning, scheduling, review and evaluation and employee training and corrective action.
• Policies, procedures and medical terminology related to the organizational area to which assigned.
• Applicable laws, ordinances, rules and regulations.
• Business office management practices and procedures, including records management and the operation of standard office equipment.
• Business arithmetic, including percentages and decimals.
• Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Business data processing principles and the use of word processing or computing equipment.

Skill/Ability to:

• Plan, assign, supervise, review and evaluate the work of others.
• Train others in work procedures.
• Analyze and resolve office administrative problems.
• Read, interpret and apply rules, policies and procedures.
• Organize, research and maintain patient and general files.
• Compose routine correspondence independently or from brief instructions.
• Use initiative and sound independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Organize and prioritize work, meet critical deadlines and follow up on assignments with a minimum of supervision.
• Operate standard office equipment, including a word processor, computer terminal and centralized telephone equipment.

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:

• Four years of patient services assistant experience providing office support in a medical or clinic setting.

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%). 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 the County of San Mateo, 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 httsp://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. A supplemental application form 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 Filing: Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at 11:59PM PST
Application Screening: Thursday, April 2-7, 2026
Combined Civil Service/Department Interviews: Week of April 20, 2026

About the County

San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 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 as an employer 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.
We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply.

HR Contact: Debbie Kong (03162026) (Patient Services Supervisor E415)

The County Executive’s Office is seeking a well-qualified Assistant County Chief Financial Officer (Assistant County CFO) to join a high-performing team of public finance professionals supporting the County of San Mateo’s fiscal stewardship and service delivery.

The Assistant County CFO, a new position, is being added to the County Executive’s Office to help shape the trajectory of finance for the County for the future.  This visionary leader will be expected to look at the County’s finances in their entirety now and in the years ahead.

This executive management role helps lead the Finance Department of the County Executive’s Office, which includes these four divisions: Budget and Performance, Procurement, Assessment and Appeals, and CEO Administration. 

Under general direction of the County Chief Financial Officer, the Assistant County CFO provides day-to-day oversight, integration, and coordination of assigned budget operations and will supervise and mentor staff. The position requires a high level of judgment and discretion within the legal and policy frameworks established by the CFO, the Board of Supervisors, and applicable state and federal laws.

In addition to the responsibilities of complex budget development and oversight, this position plays a key role in helping develop practical, yet creative solutions to modern government funding and cost pressures, identifying options that are implementable, transparent, and aligned with Board and County priorities.

This is a unique opportunity for a high-impact public finance leader to develop and test new methodologies and ideas combining innovative yet practical problem-solving, forward-looking fiscal leadership, and enterprise-minded approaches with fiscally disciplined stewardship.  We are looking for someone who can keep the County financially strong while helping departments navigate growing community needs, rising costs, and limited revenues by bringing fresh thinking, analytic rigor, and collaborative execution to budget solutions.

What You Will Do (Key Responsibilities)

Duties may include, but are not limited to:

Fiscal Strategy, Sustainability & Decision Support

• Develop data-informed options to address funding gaps and cost pressures, including scenario planning and clear articulation of tradeoffs and impacts.
• Support strategies to strengthen fiscal sustainability, including evaluation of cost controls, cost recovery, service delivery alternatives, resource reallocation, and other legally permissible approaches to improve revenues and/or reduce expenditures.
• Monitor department expenditures and revenues; identify trends, risks, and mitigation options.
• Review, analyze, and report on pending state and federal legislation with significant fiscal impacts.

Budget Leadership & Performance Management

• Assist in planning, organizing, directing, and reviewing the development and oversight of the County budget.
• Lead development and implementation of budget policies, calendars, tools, and processes.
• Oversee the development and implementation of performance-based/outcome-based budgeting approaches.
• Coordinate budget and fiscal activities with all County departments and special districts.

Organizational Improvement & Implementation

• Identify opportunities to increase efficiency and effectiveness through process redesign, automation, continuous improvement, and improved financial/performance reporting.
• Partner with departments to move from recommendations to implementation, building shared ownership, accountability, and measurable results.
• Lead and participate in high-priority department and county-wide projects and system implementations.

Executive Communications & Representation

• Explain and interpret budget and financial policies, rules, and procedures.
• Represent the County CFO with the County Executive, Board of Supervisors, special districts, media, community, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Inform the County CFO regarding overall fiscal condition and emerging issues that could affect the County’s financial position.

Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for a public finance leader who brings analytic rigor, creative thinking, and collaborative execution, and who can develop practical, transparent solutions aligned with Board and County priorities.

Ideal qualifications include:

• Strong public-sector finance fundamentals and a solutions-oriented mindset.
• Ability to think strategically while operating effectively at both enterprise and operational levels.
• Demonstrated success developing and implementing new approaches to complex fiscal challenges in a public agency setting.
• Political astuteness and excellent judgment in a highly visible public environment.
• Ability to build trust quickly and establish effective partnerships using a participatory, collaborative style.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to persuasively convey fiscal strategy, options, and impacts to diverse audiences.
• Skill as a consensus builder who is firm, fair, and responsive
• Tactful leadership and strong facilitation skills.
• Proficiency with automated systems and advanced spreadsheet/analytics tools; experience supporting system/automation upgrades.
• Ability to evaluate operations across departments of varying size, complexity, and service models.
• An approachable manner and a sense of humor.

County of San Mateo: Fiscal Stewardship & Innovation

The County is in a period of financial transformation throughout our departments.  We are in the process of securing a new budget system and new Assessment Appeals system and will continue to upgrade our County-wide systems and processes to strengthen the oversight of our fiscal stewardship.  Our aim is to be one of the first adapters of new technology that will provide more in-depth information in our continued pursuit of data-driven approaches to demonstrate performance, enhance services, and improve transparency. 

San Mateo County maintains a strong credit rating and is among the few California counties with AAA bond issuer ratings from Moody’s and Standard & Poor’s, supported by conservative debt and reserve policies and an aggressive approach to addressing unfunded pension and retiree health liabilities.

Qualifications

Experience and Education:

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

• Four years of increasingly responsible experience performing a wide variety of fiscal, administrative, and managerial duties in a large, complex public agency, including one or more years in a senior-level administrative or management position.

Application and Examination

This is an Open and Promotional recruitment. 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 classified regular, probationary, extra-help or 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) and a Panel Interview (weight: 100%), which may include the evaluation of a brief writing exercise given immediately preceding the interview.  Applicants must successfully pass the Application Screening to move forward to the interview. Candidates must successfully pass the interview to be placed on the eligible (hiring) list.

Depending on the number of applications, a screening committee may select those applicants whose education and/or experience appear to best meet the needs of the position. For that reason, not all applicants with the minimum qualifications are guaranteed to advance through selection process.  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 “Apply.” If you are not on the County's website, please apply at https://jobs.smcgov.org/.

Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

To be considered for this exceptional opportunity, the following materials must be submitted:

• County of San Mateo Application Employment Form
• Cover Letter expressing your interest in the position and providing responses to the following Supplemental subject areas:

Supplemental Subject Areas:

Subject Area One: Government finance has become increasingly complex and challenging. For this position, we are looking for someone with visionary ideas for fiscal transformation who can develop creative solutions to current challenges, such as increasing community needs, rising costs, and limited revenues, while aligning with Board and County priorities.

Provide at least two examples of creative, “outside-the-box” fiscal solutions you have presented and implemented at your current or a recent employer.  One or both of your examples should relate to a current County of San Mateo priority or event.

In your response describe the issues you were trying to solve, how you implemented your ideas, and the result of the implementations. Please include the agencies where you implemented these ideas, your job titles, and your primary responsibilities.

Subject Area Two: Considering the description of the idea candidate and the core competencies listed in the job announcement, which three characteristics do you believe best align with your background and prepare you for this position? For each of the three qualifications selected:

a. Briefly describe one specific example of how you applied it in practice.

b. Explain your specific role and the results achieved.

c. Reference the position or job in which the experience was gained.

Tentative Recruitment Schedule

• Recruitment Opens: March 13, 2026
• Final Filing Date: April 6, 2026, at 11:59 PM PST
• Application Screening: April 8 – 20, 2026
• Panel/Departmental Interviews: April 29 and/or 30, 2026

About the County 
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 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, as an employer, 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: Chet Overstreet – 03132026 (Assistant County Chief Financial Officer – D238)

Serve your community as a Fire Inspector for the City of San Bruno! 

The Position 

The City of San Bruno Fire Department is offering a unique career opportunity to those who desire a challenge and wish to work in a dynamic urban setting. The City seeks a self-motivated Fire Inspector to ensure that the City’s fire inspection program provides an excellent level of service to the surrounding community. Under the general supervision of a Fire Battalion Chief / Fire Marshal, the Fire Inspector performs the full range of fire inspection duties including fire and life safety inspection, plan review, code enforcement activities, and assistance with fire investigations. 

The Fire Inspector is a hard-working and dedicated individual with experience and ability to perform a full range of fire prevention duties, including inspecting residential, commercial and industrial units for compliance with safety laws and ordinances, as well as maintaining complete and accurate records of fire safety codes, regulations, ordinances, inspections, violations, and penalties. 

In addition to the technical duties involved with fire inspection, the Fire Inspector will have opportunities to educate and enrich the San Bruno community by planning and conducting public education programs and outreach regarding fire prevention, make presentations to civic organizations and school groups, as well as observing fire drills in schools, convalescent homes, businesses, and other places within the City.  

The Fire Inspector will also work cooperatively with internal City departments on inspections and projects, provide expert guidance and direct support for plan check reviews, including providing professional-level reviews, comments, and recommendations to ensure that work conforms to current fire code standards and established City policy and procedure.  

This position upholds fire inspection best practices, serves as an integral team player and demonstrates flexibility, cooperation, and communication, adheres to labor and safety guidelines, ensures compliance with policy and procedures, respects the cultural and ethnic diversity of the community, represents the City with dignity, integrity, and the spirit of cooperation in all relations with staff and the public, and performs in a manner that upholds the values of the City. 

In addition to one year of experience in fire and life safety prevention inspection or a related field  (two years of firefighting experience may be substituted for the one year of fire and life safety experience experience), a special requirement to be 21 years of age or older (per Health and Safety Penal Code 830.37), and the successful completion of a comprehensive background investigation.  

Ideal Candidate 

The ideal candidate will possess a California State Fire Marshal Fire Inspector I and/or II certification and certification from the International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO) or International Code Council (ICC), and demonstrate a successful track record of: 

• Upholding high standards of integrity, accountability, and professionalism in fire prevention and code enforcement activities. 

• Communicating clearly and effectively with business owners, contractors, City staff, and the public. 

• Working collaboratively as an integral member of the Fire Department team. 

• Exercising sound judgment while managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines. 

• Promoting public safety through proactive education, compliance, and community engagement. 

This recruitment is being conducted to fill one Fire Inspector vacancy and may be used to fill future full-time vacancies as they occur during the active status of the employment list.  For a full, detailed class specification, click HERE. 

Excellent Benefits 

• CalPERS retirement formula of 2.7% @ 55 for classic members or 2% @ 62 for new members 

• Annual accruals of 10-23 vacation days based on years of service, 14.5 holidays and 12 sick days 

• Up to 7.5% Education and Certification Incentive Pay 

• Opportunity for bilingual incentive pay up to $140 per month 

• Medical, dental and vision benefits provided with employee contribution 

• Life Insurance equal to one year’s annual salary provided at no cost 

• Long-term disability insurance provided at no cost 

• Home loan assistance program 

• Section 125 Flexible Benefit Plan 

• Tuition reimbursement 

How to Apply 

Applications may be submitted online at the City’s BambooHR portal. Applications must be received by 12:00 pm on April 1, 2026. You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible before the recruitment is closed.

The City of San Bruno utilizes a merit-based selection system. Such a system is competitive and based on broad outreach efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to take part in a process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the position.  

 
What Happens Next? 

• We will review your application and all supplemental materials to select the best qualified applicants to continue in the process. Screening will include a review of minimum qualifications, application appraisal rating of education, training and experience and relevance of background qualifications related to the target job as well as supplemental questions if applicable. 

• Applicants selected to move forward in the process may be asked to participate in any combination of the following (at any phase of the selection process): a written examination, job related exercise, physical test or job simulation, phone interview, in-person or video interview(s), and/or web-based testing. 

• The final phase of the selection process is the probationary period, which in most cases is one year, depending on your classification. 

• Anticipated Interview Dates (subject to change): Week of April 13, 2026.
   

Reasonable Accommodations 

The City of San Bruno Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the selection process to accommodate disabled applicants. Individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation in the process must inform the Human Resources Department by the final filing date by calling (650) 616-7055. 

The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and we believe that a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace will maximize our talents to benefit the residents we serve. The City provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices. If you require special accommodations, please contact us to discuss your needs.  

San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department

The San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department commenced operations on January 13, 2019 and serves the cities of Belmont, Foster City, and San Mateo as a Joint Powers Authority. The Department collectively has ten engines and two trucks operating out of nine fire stations. There are 164 full-time employees assigned to one of the following divisions: Administration, Community Risk Reduction, and Fire Operations. The Department serves nearly 161,000 residents daily with a day-time population around 230,000. Additionally, the department participates in a mutual aid program throughout the county, helping to secure a million people daily. The Department has a healthy collaborative atmosphere and encourages participation at all levels. The San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department is proud to serve the communities of Belmont, Foster City and San Mateo. For more information visit: www.smcfire.org.

The Opportunity:

To perform technical inspection and investigative work in enforcing compliance with laws, ordinances and regulations pertaining to the prevention and control of fires; and do related work as required. The Fire Prevention Inspector I/II position is flexibly staffed based on experience.

This is the entry level class in the Fire Prevention Inspection series. This class is distinguished from the Fire Prevention Inspector II by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within the series including weed abatement and smoke detector inspections, which do not require prior specialized experience. Generally, work is observed and reviewed both during performance and upon completion, and changes in procedures and exceptions to rules are explained in detail as they arise. Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees may have only limited or no directly related work experience.

What You’ll Do:

• Interpret and enforce provisions of fire prevention and fire safety laws, ordinances, and other regulations.
• Perform periodic inspections of new and existing buildings, structures and installations requiring fire clearances; identify fire hazards; recommend corrective actions; perform follow-up inspections to see that corrective actions have been taken.
• Investigate complaints pertaining to violation of fire prevention laws; issue correction orders as necessary.
• Investigate fires; secure fire scenes; identify types of fires; investigate causes of fire; collect, prepare, and present evidence; interview witnesses and suspects; write fire investigations; testify in court when required.
• Provide information to the public concerning the fire prevention practices and procedures; develop and conduct training programs and group presentations relative to fire prevention and fire investigation.
• Instruct fire suppression crews about code interpretation and inspection techniques regarding fire prevention.
• Draw and prepare diagrams of buildings for pre-fire planning and fire inspections.
• Check building plans for code compliance, consult with architects and developers regarding problems and solutions.
• Perform tests on water flow, sprinkler and fire alarms and elevator return systems; certify smoke detectors.
• Prepare records and reports.
• Provide information to the public in forums and meetings.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Woodside Fire Protection District has an exciting opportunity to join our Fire Prevention Department.

Under the supervision of the Fire Marshal or their designee, the Wildfire Defensible Space Inspector (Per Diem/Part- Time) supports wildfire prevention efforts across the District. This position is seasonal and ideal for those interested in public service, environmental safety, or fire prevention.

This part-time, per diem role is responsible for inspecting properties to ensure compliance with wildfire prevention and fuel mitigation requirements. You'll engage with residents, educate the public, and help reduce wildfire risk across the District.

All candidates that are given a conditional offer of employment are required to successfully pass a pre-employment background check with an agency designated by WFPD. You will also be required to provide a DMV Driving Record Report from the past 10 years.

The City of San Bruno Fire Department offers an exciting opportunity to serve as a Fire Cadet. Our one-year Fire Cadet program is an unpaid, volunteer work experience program that offers hands-on training, and introductory knowledge of firefighting skills, fire service tools and equipment. Cadets respond to emergency calls, render Basic Life Support and participate in training, and participate in the daily station duties.

Cadets must be willing to commit to 24-hour shifts, two to four times per month. The cadet program is one year in length. Upon completion, this program meets the manipulative training and experience requirements in obtaining a California State Fire Marshal’s Office Firefighter II certification.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• State of California EMT certification
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and a driving record with minimal violations
• Possession of a Firefighter I Academy certification (or proof of “student in good standing” letter signed by an Academy Instructor if currently enrolled)
• 18 years of age at the time of application

HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates who meet the minimum requirements are encouraged to submit an application on the City's BambooHR page. In your application, please upload 1) EMT Certificate 2) Firefighter I Academy certification (or proof of “student in good standing” letter signed by an Academy Instructor if currently enrolled) 3) Résumé (optional). Applications are part of a continuous recruitment, and candidates who apply may be asked to participate in an interview. 

The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and as such does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, gender, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices. If you require special accommodations, please contact us to discuss your needs.

EMT/Paramedic - San Francisco Fire Department (H003)

• 698 2nd St, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA
• Full-time
• Certification Rule: Rule of the List
• Exam Type: Continuous
• Work Hours: Regular
• Job Code and Title: H003-EMT/Paramedic/Firefighter
• Fill Type: Permanent Civil Service
• Eligible List Type: Entrance

Company Description

Application Opening: Continuous

Compensation Range: $85,046-$165,542

Recruitment ID: H003-904505

THIS IS A CITYWIDE EXAM

Established in 1866, the San Francisco Fire Department is rich in tradition and history. From the Great Earthquake and Fire of 1906 to the Loma Prieta Earthquake of 1989, the Department has grown to meet the many challenges along the way. Today, the San Francisco Fire Department serves an estimated 1.5 million people, providing fire suppression, fire prevention and emergency medical services to the residents, visitors and workers within San Francisco's 49 square miles.

Job Description

This is a deep classification encompassing three levels: Level I EMT; Level II Paramedic and Level III Firefighter Paramedic. Depending on the level in the deep class, incumbents may perform basic life support duties on an ambulance (Level I EMT); perform advanced life support duties on an ambulance (Level II Paramedic); or respond to fire alarms engaging in firefighting activities and performing advanced life support duties (Level III Firefighter Paramedic).

The list established from this selection process may be used by the Fire Department to fill vacancies at Level I and Level II.

Detailed descriptions for Levels I and II are below. The descriptions are cumulative in that Level II may be required to perform the duties defined in Level I.

Level I - EMT

Under general supervision, responds to medical and other emergencies and engages in life support and life-saving activities; performs emergency medical service (EMS); maintains equipment; staffs and drives an ambulance to provide initial emergency medical care in a pre-hospital setting; evaluates and administers advanced first aid, basic life support and life maintenance measures in accordance with Emergency Medical Service Agency (EMSA) policies and procedures, including CPR, definitive therapeutic care at the scene of an emergency or during transport of persons; provide community health screening and other non-emergency health services;  protects the privacy of patients treated by SFFD, safeguards patient information and uses and discloses patient information in accordance with the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the privacy practices of SFFD; may perform duties of either driving ambulances, EMT attendant and other related duties as assigned. Works a 40-hour week, including days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays; shift to be determined by operational requirements. Incumbents must maintain superior physical strength, agility and stamina to carry out the intense physical duties of the position.

Level II - Paramedic

In addition to the above, required to provide advanced emergency medical care to victims of fire and activities for saving lives and property, including medical scene size-up, establishing medical command post, reporting to incident commander or EMS Captain and implementing medical Incident Command System (ICS); supports rescue activities in a variety of situations; renders first aid, treatment for shock, cardiac compression, resuscitation, and prevention of blood loss; responds to trauma or medical emergencies; performs primary and secondary evaluation of patients to assess conditions, triages in major disasters; administers proper procedural emergency treatment; institutes emergency care and/or advanced life support to stabilize patient conditions, including cardiac pulmonary resuscitation, defibrillation, drug administration, invasive procedures and definitive therapy; as part of EMS response, conducts hazard assessment of residences, places of business, public assemblage, schools, and hospitals to ensure compliance with fire codes, ordinances, laws and regulations, and refers potential hazards/violations to appropriate Fire Department division; participates in training and physical fitness programs as required.

Qualifications

This selection process is open to individuals meeting at least all of the minimum qualifications listed for Level I below at the time of application filing. Individuals who meet minimum qualifications for Level II may be considered by the Department at that level.

H003 Minimum Qualifications: (All levels)

Age: Applicants must be at least 19 years old at the time of application and must be at least 20 years old at the time of appointment. [Civil Service Rule 310.15]

Education: Applicants must have a high school diploma or an equivalency certificate (e.g., G.E.D., California High School Proficiency Certificate) to apply.

Driving Record: Applicants must possess a valid driver license with seven years driving record verified during Background Investigation. Applicants must possess a valid Class A, B, or C California Driver License by the time of their appointment. Applicants will not be considered eligible to participate or to be appointed if any of the following occurred, or is in effect at any time, during the period from “one year prior to application up to the date of appointment”:

(a) Any offense that subsequently results in a conviction for driving under the influence, reckless driving, or hit and run with personal injury or property damage over $25.00; or any offense that occurred within a three-year period prior to appointment. 

(b) License suspension or revocation, three moving violations in 12 months, 5 moving violations in 24 months, or probation as a result of a driving-related offense.

[Note: Applicants who proceed to the Background Investigation phase of the selection process must provide on their background forms a full and complete listing of all motor vehicle violations. Any significant discrepancy between an applicant's statement and the Department of Motor Vehicles’ records will result in disqualification.]

Criminal Record: Applicants must not have been convicted of a felony in this state, or in any other state or in any federal or other jurisdiction, of an act that would be considered a felony if committed in this state. Applicants must not have been on probation for a misdemeanor offense from one year prior to application through the time of appointment. Convictions for misdemeanors within one year prior to application will be evaluated individually and may result in disqualification.

[Note: Applicants who proceed to the Background Investigation phase of the selection process must provide on their background forms a full and complete listing of all convictions. Applicants must disclose if they have ever been convicted of any felony or misdemeanor offense in California or in any other state or place, including entering a plea of nolo contendere or no contest, and including any conviction which has been expunged (set aside) under Penal Code Section 1203.4.]

Additional Minimum Qualifications for Level I:

1. Possession of a current and valid CA Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification issued by the State of CA [required by the application filing deadline] and the ability to accredit with the local EMS Authority [required prior to appointment].

2. Possession and maintenance of valid Class A, B, or C CADL w/Ambulance Driver certificate/endorsement at time of appointment.

3. Any combination of 500 hours of verifiable work experience as an EMT (on an ambulance or first responder vehicle) or hours of documented ambulance ride-along as a member of the San Francisco Fire Reserves within the last three years, at the time of application filing;

OR

Any combination of 1,000 hours of verifiable work experience as an EMT (on an ambulance or first responder vehicle) or hours of documented ambulance ride-along as a member of the San Francisco Fire Reserves within the last five years, at the time of application filing.

Additional Minimum Qualifications for Consideration at Level II:

1. Possession and maintenance of a valid CA Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic (Paramedic) license issued by the State of CA and the ability to accredit with local EMS Agency.
2. Possession and maintenance of valid Class A, B, or C CADL w/ Ambulance Driver certificate / endorsement at time of appointment.
3. 1,000 hours verifiable work experience as a Paramedic (on an ambulance or first responder vehicle) within the last three years; OR 1,500 hours verifiable work experience as a Paramedic (on an ambulance or first responder vehicle) within the last five years at the time of application filing.

Additional Information

The following documents and verifications must be submitted if and when requested by the SFFD Background Investigation Unit: 

1. A copy of the respective current & valid certification

2. A copy of the respective current & valid CADL (with Ambulance Driver certificate for LI & LII)

3. Verification of experience. Acceptable verification would be a letter from an employer which specifies the applicant’s job title, duties, dates of employment and hours worked per week while working with that employer. Pay stubs may substitute for information regarding hours worked. However, all other information must be confirmed through an official letter from the employer and the letter must include the employer’s letterhead.

Candidates who do not submit the required verifications as requested will no longer be considered qualified or allowed to participate further in the selection process.

Written Test (100%): Candidates who are invited to participate in the selection process will take a pass/fail multiple-choice test to determine their relative knowledge in job-related areas, which may include, but are not limited to, procedures and practices in emergency medicine, and current EMT techniques in field & hospital settings. Candidates who pass the Written Exam will advance to subsequent components of the selection process. 

Eligible List: Candidate duration on the eligible list will be two years. A candidate must retake the written test thereafter to again be eligible. The certification rule for the eligible list resulting from this selection process will be the Rule of the List. SFFD has the authority to hire any candidate named on the eligible list (“Rule of List”). Therefore, one’s placement on this list neither guarantees nor implies an offer of employment. Candidates who receive an offer of employment may waive the offer only once. A second waiver of appointment renders candidates ineligible.  All candidates on the eligible list will be placed under administrative waiver until they successfully complete the Departmental Selection Process described below.

Department Selection Process

SFFD will contact eligibles to ascertain interest whenever there are vacancies to be filled in Levels I or II. Selections from the eligible list will be made by the Fire Chief or her or his designee. Criteria for selection may include the following:

• Additional Certificates
• Relevant work experience such as experience involving the performance of EMT or paramedic duties associated with medical transport for any employer within the City & County of SF

Candidates who are selected will be invited to participate in selection components such as those listed below.

Skills Assessment: The Skills Assessment will require candidates to demonstrate their relative knowledge, skill, and ability in job-related areas, which may include, but are not limited to: Basic Life Support (BLS) procedures, practices & techniques; administration of first aid, basic life support and life saving measures; recognition of signs & symptoms and knowledge of appropriate treatment action for various medical conditions & situations.

Structured Oral Interview: The SOI will assess relative knowledge, skill, and ability in job-related areas, which may include, but are not limited to current MCI standards & practice; common logistical issues; customer service; interpersonal skills; and verbal communication skills.

Chief’s Interview: The Chief’s Interview will be a “fit” interview including competencies such as problem solving, customer service, interpersonal skills, and verbal communication skills.

Physical Ability Test (Pass/Fail) [LI and LII]: Candidates must also complete and pass the SFFD physical ability test [PAT] in order to be considered for hire. The test will consist of job task simulation components designed to measure a candidate’s ability to lift and carry 70 lbs. of equipment up and down six flights of stairs, drag a 165 lb dummy 15 ft, and unload/reload a 165 lb. stretcher in and out of an ambulance. Candidates on the eligible list will be placed under waiver until they have passed this PAT.

Local Accreditation: Applicants who are extended conditional offers of employment will undergo County EMT accreditation from the SF EMS Agency prior to their appointment to any SFFD Academy. The local accreditation will include an extensive background investigation by the SF EMS Agency. Failure to pass the local accreditation process will result in the withdrawal of the conditional employment offer or removal from the respective SFFD Academy.

Driving Record: Applicants must not have been convicted of any of the following during the period from three years prior to application up to the date of appointment:  drunk driving; reckless driving; or hit and run with personal injury or property damage over $25.00. Applicants will be disqualified if any of the following occurred or is in effect at any time during the period from one year prior to application up to the date of appointment: probation as a result of a driving-related offense; license suspension or revocation; three moving violations in 12 months; or five moving violations in 24 months.

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) ICS Certificates: Applicants who are extended conditional offers of employment will be required to submit FEMA ICS 100, 200 and 700 Course Completion Certificates prior to the start of the Academy. These courses can be taken online at www.training.fema.gov/IS/

Medical Exam: Applicants will be required to pass a medical evaluation given by the SFFD Office of Employee Health.  The medical exam will include health history questionnaires and an evaluation of vision, hearing, labs, EKG, screening for drugs, and general medical condition. Applicants will be evaluated based on the Ambulance Driver Certificate requirements for medical exam. This announcement is issued in accordance with CSC Rules, Volume III, Uniformed Ranks of the SFFD and the policies & procedures of the DHR. These rules can be obtained at http://www.sfgov3.org/index.aspx?page=300. Applicants must be guided solely by the provisions of this announcement, including requirements, time periods and other particulars, except when superseded by federal, state or local laws, rules or regulations. Clerical errors may be corrected by posting the correction on the DHR website https://careers.smartrecruiters.com/CityAndCountyOfSanFrancisco1/

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department

The San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department commenced operations on January 13, 2019. The Fire Department is proud to serve the Cities of Belmont, Foster City and San Mateo as a Joint Powers Authority. The Department collectively has ten engines and two trucks operating out of nine fire stations.  There are 164 full-time employees assigned to one of the following divisions:  Administration, Community Risk Reduction, Training, Emergency Preparedness, Fire Operations and EMS.  The Department serves nearly 164,000 residents daily with a day-time population around 230,000.   Additionally, the department participates in a mutual aid program throughout the county, helping to serve a million people daily. The Department has a healthy collaborative atmosphere and encourages participation at all levels. For more information visit: www.smcfire.org.

 Proudly Serving the Communities of

 The City of Belmont

Belmont is home to approximately 27,000 residents.  Known for its wooded hills, views of the San Francisco Bay and stretches of open space, Belmont is a quiet residential community in the midst of the culturally and technologically rich Bay Area. For more information about the City, visit Belmont’s website at:  www.belmont.gov.

The City of Foster City

Foster City is home to approximately 33,000 residents and a wide array of industry, including some of the bay area’s elite businesses. Conveniently located midway between San Francisco and San Jose, Foster City prides itself on its well-planned neighborhoods, shopping centers, and a supreme quality of life. Foster City’s temperate climate, diverse cultural attractions, beautiful parks, excellent school district and unique waterfront setting offer a quality of life that is unsurpassed. For additional information about the City, visit Foster City’s website at: www.fostercity.org.

The City of San Mateo

San Mateo is a city of approximately 101,000 residents, strategically located midway between San Francisco and San Jose, and is within the Silicon Valley.  One of the City’s strengths is its diversity, both in the ethnic makeup and the physical development of the community.  San Mateo has a vibrant business and retail environment with national and international businesses, two major shopping centers and an active downtown.  The community values its historic and new residential neighborhoods and a recent major development added 1,500 new homes, 300,000 square feet of new retail and approximately 1.5 million square feet of commercial office space.  For additional information about the City, visit San Mateo’s website at: www.cityofsanmateo.org.