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• Are you an experienced planning professional who enjoys turning community vision into practical results?

• Do you thrive in small, collaborative teams where your work directly shapes the character of a community?

If so, the Town of Los Altos Hills invites you to apply for the Associate Planner position.

Compensation and Recruitment Timeline
Salary: $110,222.00 – $148,797.00 annually

Final salary will be determined based on the candidate’s relevant work experience, specific skills, and educational background. The Town’s salary ranges are divided into five steps, which represent incremental increases within the pay range. Employees typically start at a step that reflects their level of experience and performance. Each step corresponds to a specific salary amount and provides an opportunity for periodic increases based on satisfactory performance and time in position.
This recruitment is targeting individuals whose qualifications align with approximately Step 5 of the salary range.

Recruitment and Interview Process

Recruitment Opens: November 7, 2025 - 11:59 PM November 28, 2025

First Interviews: December 5, 2025 (Remote)

Second Interviews: December 15, 2025 (In-Person at Los Altos Hills Town Hall)

Target Offer Date: Early 2026

About the Role

The Town of Los Altos Hills is seeking an experienced, motivated, and community-oriented Associate Planner to join our small but dynamic Planning team. Under the supervision of the Director, the Associate Planner will work on a wide variety of current and long-range planning efforts. This is a mid-level professional planning role ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys managing projects with autonomy while serving a unique, rural-residential community.

The Associate Planner conducts research and analysis related to the Town’s General Plan, Zoning Ordinance, and other land use regulations. This position also plays a key role in community engagement and customer service, preparing reports and presenting to citizen committees, the Planning Commission, and the Town Council on projects of moderate to considerable complexity.

Key Responsibilities

• Reviews and makes recommendations on development proposals, including site development permits, variances, conditional development permits, conditional use permits, and lot line adjustments.
• Prepares staff reports and recommendations for the Planning Commission, City Council, and Site Development hearings; attends meetings and delivers presentations as needed.
• Conducts field investigations to assist with project evaluation.
• Coordinates plan reviews with internal departments (e.g., Building, Public Works), Town consultants, and other public agencies.
• Inspects development projects for compliance with approved plans and conditions of approval.
• Conducts research and analysis on planning topics such as land use trends, General Plan updates, Census data, and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) participation.
• Evaluates and approves administrative-level development permits and checks building plans for consistency with Town codes and conditions.
• Interprets and explains planning and zoning regulations and land use principles to the public, architects, builders, and developers.
• Conducts site analysis meetings with design professionals and residents.
• Investigates zoning and code compliance complaints and conducts follow-up as necessary.
• Prepares informational handouts and public materials related to Town policies and development procedures.
• Evaluates projects for compliance with CEQA, the Subdivision Map Act, and applicable State planning and zoning laws.
• Prepares findings for CEQA exemptions, Initial Studies, Negative Declarations, Mitigated Negative Declarations, and coordinates Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs) as needed.
• Provides occasional training, technical support, and direction to interns, Assistant Planners, and consultants.
• Participates in interdepartmental coordination with the Public Works Manager, City Engineer, Finance Director, and Building Official.

 

The Human Resources Department is seeking well qualified candidates for the position of HRIM Departmental Systems Analyst.

 

The Departmental Systems Analyst (DSA) will provide complex analytical support for the adaptation of and enhancement to Workday, the County’s incorporated human resources information system.  There is currently one vacancy in the HRIM division of the Human Resources Department.

 

In general, the DSA will provide analytical and technical expertise to support the configuration, maintenance, and continuous improvement of Workday Human Capital Management (HCM), Compensation, and Talent modules. The role serves as a key link between HR program areas, departmental users, and technical teams to ensure system functionality and data integrity and to ensure business processes effectively support departmental and organizational needs. 

 

The DSA will also: 

• Configure, maintain, and process negotiated compensation and classification changes such as cost-of-living adjustments, equity increases, and legislative updates within Workday.
• Administer and update job profiles, compensation plans, and related structures, supporting the Classification and Compensation program.
• Provide HCM support to departments during major workforce activities such as reorganizations, seasonal staffing, and fiscal year transitions.
• Coordinate regression testing and implement changes associated with bi-annual Workday updates in assigned functional areas.
• Prepare and distribute procedures, communications, and reports to support HR programs, system enhancements, and compliance initiatives.

 

The DSA must have knowledge of departmental operations and Workday system functionality, enabling effective communication between technical and non-technical staff. This includes the ability to translate business needs into system configurations to ensure that HR processes are accurately and efficiently supported. 

 
The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong analytical and technical skills with the ability to research, test, and configure system changes within Workday HCM, Compensation, and Talent. 
• Experience supporting or administering complex HRIS systems, with a focus on improving functionality and process efficiency. 
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot issues, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions. 
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and data accuracy in a fast-paced environment. 
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate business needs into system improvements. 
• Enthusiasm about continuous learning opportunities to cross-train in other modules in Workday with the addition of Learning, Journey, Peakon, and Help modules in the next year.

 

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

 

Examples Of Duties

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

• Configure, maintain, and process negotiated changes in Workday such as cost-of-living adjustments, equity salary updates, and other compensation adjustments.
• Create and maintain compensation grades, steps, and allowance plans and administer job profiles and position management to support classification and compensation functions. 
• Provide HCM support for departmental operations including reorganizations, fiscal year transitions, and large-scale staffing actions. 
• Configure and maintain custom objects and request frameworks for HR programs that are within HCM (e.g., Hiring Incentive Program, Employee Referral Program, Tuition Assistance, Admin/Vacation Cash Out, Fitness Area and Equipment Usage Waiver). 
• Coordinate and perform regression testing and audits during Workday bi-annual updates.
• Draft and distribute user communications, training materials, and procedural updates to support new functionality or system changes within HCM.
• Maintain Help Text, Quicktips, videos, pictures, and announcements within HCM.
• Support and enhance Talent optimization within Workday, ensuring alignment between performance and development processes and future modules such as Learning, Peakon, Journeys, and Help for a cohesive and integrated employee experience. 

 

Qualifications

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

• Three years of responsible experience in a position that would provide knowledge of department-specific programs, processes, and/or operations, including at least one year of experience in planning, implementation, oversight, and/or utilization of automated information systems and applications used to support departmental activities.

 

Knowledge of: 

• Principles, practices, policies, procedures, regulations, and applicable state and federal laws pertinent to assigned operational and/or program area.
• Principles and practices used in the analysis and development of procedures and information systems associated with assigned operational and/or program area.
• HRIS concepts, data processing, and workflow design.
• Methods for planning, organization, and prioritizing multiple duties to ensure the ability to meet deadlines.

 

Skill/Ability to:

• Provide analytical and technical support to users of Workday, translating business needs into functional requirements, and finding solutions for pain-points. 
• Evaluate, test, and implement system enhancements to improve efficiency and user experience. 
• Maintain strong attention to detail when performing mass updates in Workday that impact job structures, compensation, and employee records.
• Collaborate with multiple stakeholders to ensure consistency and alignment across all Workday HCM areas, guiding stakeholders to maintain cohesive processes and configurations that support an efficient end-to-end system experience for employees. 
• Develop and deliver clear training materials, user guides, and communications to support process or system changes. 
• Plan, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks while meeting critical deadlines.
• Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical staff and maintain cooperative working relationships.

 

 

Application/Examination

Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo 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 the examination. 

 

The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidates' applications and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%), which may include the evaluation of a brief writing exercise given immediately preceding the interview. 

 

Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense. Interviews may be conducted virtually using MS Teams.

 

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.

    
To apply:

• Complete the County of San Mateo Employment Application Form
• Provide responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire that is part of the Application Form

 

Tentative Recruitment Schedule

Final Application Filing Date: November 24, 2025, by 11:59 p.m. 

Application Screening: November 25-26, 2025

Panel Interview: December 10-11, 2025

 

 

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 (10 2025) (Departmental Systems Analyst – V233)

The Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo is seeking highly qualified candidates for the position of Court Director of Finance. 

To view our online brochure, please click here.

 

Located in Redwood City, at the heart of Silicon Valley, the San Mateo Superior Court offers the best of both worlds—a mission-driven organization that values innovation, integrity, and impact. You will play a key role in shaping how justice is delivered in one of California’s most forward-thinking and community-centered courts.

 

Working as part of the court executive team, the Court Director of Finance (Director of Finance) will exercise managerial authority over the financial operations, oversee the budget, and look for ways to enhance the revenue of the Superior Court of California in San Mateo County.  In addition, the Director of Finance will develop, recommend, and implement departmental budgetary goals, policies, and objectives and will develop and implement dual (programmatic and cost center) budgetary, monitoring, and fiscal reporting systems to coordinate with the State budgetary and fiscal reporting systems. 

 

The Director of Finance will also coordinate financial activities with those of other local agencies and the State and will provide highly responsible and complex financial management support to the Court Executive Officer and related management staff.  Additionally, the Director of Finance will provide direct and indirect supervision over assigned professional, supervisory, technical, and clerical personnel.

 

The successful candidate is a strategic, innovative, and collaborative financial leader who thrives in a mission-driven environment. You bring a passion for service, a forward-looking mindset, and the ability to lead through change.

 

You will demonstrate:

• Strategic vision and the ability to anticipate fiscal challenges and opportunities.
• A participatory leadership style that fosters engagement, respect, and innovation.
• A results-oriented, approachable demeanor with a sense of humor and humility.
• The ability to develop and persuasively communicate the Court Executive Officer’s fiscal management vision and effectively motivate others to achieve that vision.
• Skill as a consensus builder who is firm, fair, and responsive, and is a tactful leader with excellent group facilitation skills.
• Demonstrated success implementing system improvements and automation initiatives to enhance financial efficiency and transparency.
• Skill in evaluating the operations of court divisions of various sizes, functions, and levels of complexity.
• Demonstrated success with automation and system upgrades.

 

Examples Of Duties

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

• Plan, develop, and oversee fiscal management, budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting functions for the Court.
• Provide strategic policy direction for all financial activities and ensure integration with State budgetary and reporting systems.
• Monitor and analyze State and local legislation affecting court operations and develop responsive fiscal strategies.
• Direct and evaluate staff responsible for fiscal and accounting functions, including training, motivation, and performance management.
• Plan the development and implementation of the overall Court budget in coordination with operational divisions, prepare budgetary administrative information, and participate in forecasting additional funding requirements for programs, staffing, facilities, equipment, and materials.
• Oversee revenue collection, cost recovery, auditing, procurement, and contract administration.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance of financial statements, reports, and reimbursement claims.
• Oversee, prepare, and review the preparation of complex financial statements, reports, summaries, and reimbursement claims, and analyze and interpret financial information and statistical data for Court management, judicial officers, advisory committees, auditors, and related individuals and groups.
• Represent the Court administration in meetings with the State, judicial officers, County departments, other Superior Courts, and public and private organizations.
• Provide expert consultation to the Court Executive Officer and executive team on fiscal strategy, forecasting, and risk management.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

 

Current Opportunities and Challenges

The Court is in an exciting phase of innovation and modernization including strengthening systems, enhancing transparency, and preparing for long-term fiscal sustainability.
Key initiatives include:

• Implementing financial systems to improve accuracy, efficiency, and insight.
• Expanding automation and data analytics to support executive decision-making.
• Aligning fiscal practices with evolving State funding models.
• Supporting capital project planning and long-term financial forecasting.

 

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 course work in accounting, auditing, economics, business, or public administration or a related discipline. A graduate degree in one of the above disciplines is preferred.
• Experience: Five years of increasingly responsible experience performing a wide variety of fiscal resource management in a public agency, at least two years of which were in an administrative or management capacity. Experience in a California Court setting is preferred.

 

Knowledge of:

• Legislation, policies, and procedures related to budgeting and financial reporting for the California Superior Courts, including public agency fund accounting and third-party reimbursement and claims payment practices.
• Fiscal resource administration, including planning, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, auditing, and related practices.
• Understanding of California court fiscal structures, fund accounting, and State reporting.
• Strong leadership and management capabilities, including staff development and performance management.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to foster innovation while maintaining compliance and stewardship of public funds.
• Strategic planning, process improvement, and fiscal policy development. Principles and practices of internal and external auditing.
• Techniques for communicating technical financial information to nontechnical operational staff.
• Manage effective financial systems, spreadsheets, and analytics tools.
• Methods for effectively communicating complex financial data to diverse audiences.

Skill/Ability to:

• Plan, organize, direct, review, and evaluate department-wide budgetary, fiscal reporting, and accounting operations for the Court.
• Coordinate and align local fiscal practices with State requirements.
• Analyze complex administrative and operational problems and implement effective solutions.
• Plan, oversee, train, motivate, review, and evaluate the work of supervisory, professional, technical, and clerical support staff.
• Interpret, evaluate, make complex decisions in accordance with, and explain complex laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Monitor, analyze, and recommend policy and procedure modification in accordance with State and local legislation.
• Negotiate agreement among groups and individuals with differing objectives.
• Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports and analyses.
• Communicate effectively in writing and verbally with internal and external stakeholders.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.

 

Total Rewards and Benefits

The Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo, offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to attract and retain top talent. We are proud to provide exceptional benefits that promote work-life balance, wellness, and financial security:

• Compensatory time accrued at 5 hours per bi-weekly pay period, which may be used for additional time off or eligible for yearly cashed out.
• Fully paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families.
  • San Mateo County administers benefits for the Superior Court and offers a variety of plan options. Please visit the Benefits At-A-Glance page on the County’s website for a summary of available benefit packages.
• Wellness and professional development programs designed to support your personal and professional growth. Most opportunities are offered during work hours and at no cost to you.
• Participation in the federal Social Security system, providing valuable retirement benefits based on your salary and years of service.
• CalPERS pension plan with optional deferred compensation programs for additional retirement savings.

• Generous leave programs including vacation, sick leave, and 14 paid holidays per year.
• Participation in Social Security and the CalPERS pension system, with optional deferred compensation programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Longevity pay.

 

 

Application / Examination
To apply, the following materials must be submitted using the County's online application system:

• County of San Mateo Employment Application Form
• Resume
• Cover Letter expressing your interest in the position and including responses to these four supplemental questions/ subject areas:

Budget Management and Fiscal Oversight
Describe your experience preparing and managing budgets for a judicial government or similar organization. Include the approximate size of the budgets, total staffing, and your specific responsibilities for budget development, monitoring, and reporting. 

 

Revenue Forecasting and Long-Range Planning
Discuss your experience developing revenue projections and long-range financial forecasts. Include examples of how you used forecasting to guide strategic decision-making or ensure fiscal sustainability.

 

Contracts and Procurement Management
Describe your experience overseeing contracts, purchasing, and procurement functions. Include examples of how you ensured compliance with public sector regulations, maintained fiscal accountability, and improved procurement efficiency or vendor performance.

 

Innovation and Operational Efficiency
Provide examples of innovative strategies or process improvements you have implemented to increase efficiency, enhance revenue, or modernize financial or administrative operations. Describe the impact of these initiatives on your organization.

 

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Recruitment Opens: November 7, 2025

Final Filing Date: December 1, 2025, by 11:59 PM PST

Application Screening: December 3-4, 2025

Civil Service Panel Interview: December 16 and 17, 2025

Description

PEOPLE FIRST – Conduct fair, accurate, and transparent elections to increase public participation and confidence. 

The San Mateo County Registration & Elections Division is seeking full-time seasonal extra-help Election Materials Proofreaders to assist in the upcoming June 2, 2026, Statewide Direct Primary Election. This is an excellent nonpartisan opportunity to be involved in the election process! 

We are currently seeking dedicated and hard-working individuals for the position of Proofreader. Proofreaders will be hired into one of four language-based teams (English, Chinese, Filipino, or Spanish). 

This announcement is for English proofreaders. 

All Proofreaders will be responsible for proofreading and copyediting election materials leading up to established election deadlines. Proofreaders will review, edit, and proofread documents for accuracy, context, readability, and syntax.

Proofreaders will work remotely using equipment provided by the Registration & Elections Division. Towards the end of the assignment, two days of on-site work will be required for final proofs of physical material.

Examples of projects and materials needing to be proofread include, but are not limited to: 

The Elections Materials Proofreader is classified as an Office Specialist. The hourly wage for this position starts at $33.44. 

NOTE: This is an extra-help, at-will assignment, paid on an hourly basis. Extra-help hours are dependent on the business needs of the department and therefore work hours may vary from week to week. Extra help employees shall not exceed 1,040 hours of work per fiscal year. Some extra-help positions are eligible for benefits under the Affordable Care Act. Extra-help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment.  

 

IDEAL CANDIDATES for the Proofreader positions will have the following: 

Education: 

• • Bachelor's degree or higher in proofreading, editing, journalism, translating, literature, or another related field. 
  • Technical writing certificate or other related certification (preferred). 

Work Experience: 

• • At least six months of experience proofreading documents and/or translating in the target language (English, Chinese, Filipino or Spanish). 
  • Professional background in proofreading, editing, journalism, translating, creative or technical writing, or another related field. 

Technical Skills: 

• • Competency in additional Microsoft Office Suite applications: Word, Excel, Outlook, and OneNote. 
  • Familiarity with Microsoft SharePoint and One Drive. 
  • Experience with or ability to learn Microsoft Teams or equivalent video-conferencing software. 

Critical Skills for all Election Materials Proofreader – Office Specialist positions:

The ability to prioritize work, coordinate several activities simultaneously, organize and maintain accurate files and records, use spreadsheets to track files and task progress, and understand and carry out oral and written directions. Strong organization and time management skills are essential. 

Office hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. These positions WILL require weekend and evening work assignments, sometimes with short notice. The selected individuals MUST be available for the entire employment period until the completion of their assignment for the June 2, 2026, Statewide Direct Primary Election. 

The Elections Division is an exciting, fast-paced environment, especially as elections approach. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a group of dynamic, well-organized, and highly efficient individuals committed to the democratic process. 

More information about the organization is available on the Elections Division website www.smcacre.gov.

 

Application/Examination

This is an extra-help recruitment. Anyone may apply. To apply you must complete the San Mateo County Application Form. 

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. 

At the County of San Mateo, we welcome and celebrate the diversity of our employees, and strive to create a workplace where they feel valued every day. 

Recruitment Schedule 

• Application Screening (tentative): week of November 24, 2025

• Interviews (tentative): December 1-19, 2025 

Position Summary

*This position is being reposted. Applicants who have already applied do not need to reapply. All applications will be considered for this position.

 

Under general supervision, the Ferry Mechanic performs preventative, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, trouble-shooting, repair, and modifications on structural, mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, piping and control systems found on ferry vessels and passenger terminals; performs related work as assigned. Responsibilities include record keeping and written verification of work accomplished.

Salary Range:  
Day Shift:               $56.32 per hour
Swing Shift:           $56.32 per hour + 10% differential pay
Graveyard Shift:    $56.32 per hour + 15% differential pay
 

Essential Responsibilities

• Working with computers on a daily basis for work scheduling, work order entry and work order reporting on the Districts electronic maintenance system in addition to notifications and communications.
• Conducts tests, analyses and measurements as directed to diagnose any unusual, erratic or malfunctioning occurrence in any shipboard or terminal system or component.
• Reports any unusual wear patterns, noise, pressure, temperature, or changes in voltage, current, cycles, resistance or any other indication of potential malfunction.
• References manufacturer schematics including blueprints, drawings and specifications to resolve maintenance issues.
• References parts catalogues and other sources to determine correct parts for specific applications.
• Performs inspections, preventive maintenance, repairs and overhauls as directed.
• Documents and records work performed and parts and materials used in the electronic maintenance system. 
• Reports all safety hazards and corrects unsafe situations immediately where possible.
• Immediately reports to supervisor any potential maintenance problem or condition which could cause a possible schedule delay.
• Maintains all work areas, special tools and equipment used in performing maintenance function, in a clean and orderly manner.
• Operate a forklift and other equipment/vehicles safely.
• Interacts on a regular basis with vessel operations personnel.
• Adheres to the safety and health rules and safe working practices applicable to job.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with District employees, customers, vendors and all others contacted during the course of work using principles of excellent customer service. 
• Performs additional related duties as assigned.
• Regular and reliable attendance and performance required. 

Full Job Description and Apply URL: Ferry Mechanic | Job Details tab | Career Pages

Description

PEOPLE FIRST – Conduct fair, accurate, and transparent elections to increase public participation and confidence. 

The San Mateo County Registration & Elections Division is seeking full-time seasonal extra-help Election Materials Proofreaders to assist in the upcoming June 2, 2026, Statewide Direct Primary Election. This is an excellent nonpartisan opportunity to be involved in the election process! 

We are currently seeking dedicated and hard-working individuals for the position of Proofreader. Proofreaders will be hired into one of four language-based teams (English, Chinese, Filipino, or Spanish). This announcement is for Filipino proofreaders. 

All Proofreaders will be responsible for proofreading and copyediting election materials leading up to established election deadlines. Proofreaders will review, edit, and proofread documents for accuracy, context, readability, and syntax.

Proofreaders will work remotely using equipment provided by the Registration & Elections Division. Towards the end of the assignment, two days of on-site work will be required for final proofs of physical material.

Examples of projects and materials needing to be proofread include, but are not limited to: 

The Elections Materials Proofreader is classified as an Office Specialist. The hourly wage for this position starts at $33.44.

 

NOTE: This is an extra-help, at-will assignment, paid on an hourly basis. Extra-help hours are dependent on the business needs of the department and therefore work hours may vary from week to week. Extra help employees shall not exceed 1,040 hours of work per fiscal year. Some extra-help positions are eligible for benefits under the Affordable Care Act. Extra-help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment.  

IDEAL CANDIDATES for the Proofreader positionswill have the following: 

Education: 

Work Experience: 

Technical Skills: 

Critical Skills for all Election Materials Proofreader – Office Specialist positions:

The ability to prioritize work, coordinate several activities simultaneously, organize and maintain accurate files and records, use spreadsheets to track files and task progress, and understand and carry out oral and written directions. Strong organization and time management skills are essential. 

Office hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. These positions WILL require weekend and evening work assignments, sometimes with short notice. The selected individuals MUST be available for the entire employment period until the completion of their assignment for the June 2, 2026, Statewide Direct Primary Election. 

The Elections Division is an exciting, fast-paced environment, especially as elections approach. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a group of dynamic, well-organized, and highly efficient individuals committed to the democratic process. 

More information about the organization is available on the Elections Division website www.smcacre.gov.  

 

Application/Examination

This is an extra-help recruitment. Anyone may apply. To apply you must complete the San Mateo County Application Form. 

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. 

At the County of San Mateo, we welcome and celebrate the diversity of our employees, and strive to create a workplace where they feel valued every day. 

Recruitment Schedule 

• Application Screening (tentative): week of November 24, 2025

• Interviews (tentative): December 1-19, 2025 

Description

PEOPLE FIRST – Conduct fair, accurate, and transparent elections to increase public participation and confidence. 

The San Mateo County Registration & Elections Division is seeking full-time seasonal extra-help Election Materials Proofreaders to assist in the upcoming June 2, 2026, Statewide Direct Primary Election. This is an excellent nonpartisan opportunity to be involved in the election process! 

We are currently seeking dedicated and hard-working individuals for the position of Proofreader. Proofreaders will be hired into one of four language-based teams (English, Chinese, Filipino, or Spanish). 

This announcement is for Spanish proofreaders. 

All Proofreaders will be responsible for proofreading and copyediting election materials leading up to established election deadlines. Proofreaders will review, edit, and proofread documents for accuracy, context, readability, and syntax.

Proofreaders will work remotely using equipment provided by the Registration & Elections Division. Towards the end of the assignment, two days of on-site work will be required for final proofs of physical material.

Examples of projects and materials needing to be proofread include, but are not limited to: 

The Elections Materials Proofreader is classified as an Office Specialist. The hourly wage for this position starts at $33.44. 

NOTE: This is an extra-help, at-will assignment, paid on an hourly basis. Extra-help hours are dependent on the business needs of the department and therefore work hours may vary from week to week. Extra help employees shall not exceed 1,040 hours of work per fiscal year. Some extra-help positions are eligible for benefits under the Affordable Care Act. Extra-help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment.  

 

IDEAL CANDIDATES for the Proofreader positions will have the following: 

Education: 

• • Bachelor's degree or higher in proofreading, editing, journalism, translating, literature, or another related field. 
  • Technical writing certificate or other related certification (preferred). 

Work Experience: 

• • At least six months of experience proofreading documents and/or translating in the target language (English, Chinese, Filipino or Spanish). 
  • Professional background in proofreading, editing, journalism, translating, creative or technical writing, or another related field. 

Technical Skills: 

• • Competency in additional Microsoft Office Suite applications: Word, Excel, Outlook, and OneNote. 
  • Familiarity with Microsoft SharePoint and One Drive. 
  • Experience with or ability to learn Microsoft Teams or equivalent video-conferencing software. 

Critical Skills for all Election Materials Proofreader – Office Specialist positions:

The ability to prioritize work, coordinate several activities simultaneously, organize and maintain accurate files and records, use spreadsheets to track files and task progress, and understand and carry out oral and written directions. Strong organization and time management skills are essential. 

Office hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. These positions WILL require weekend and evening work assignments, sometimes with short notice. The selected individuals MUST be available for the entire employment period until the completion of their assignment for the June 2, 2026, Statewide Direct Primary Election. 

The Elections Division is an exciting, fast-paced environment, especially as elections approach. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a group of dynamic, well-organized, and highly efficient individuals committed to the democratic process. 

More information about the organization is available on the Elections Division website www.smcacre.gov.

 

Recruitment Schedule 

• Application Screening (tentative): week of November 24, 2025

• Interviews (tentative): December 1-19, 2025 

Position Summary

Under direction of the Superintendent of Facility and Equipment and/or Chief Laborer, performs general labor and janitorial duties for routine maintenance and repair of District buildings, roadways and facilities.

 

Essential Responsibilities

•  Sets up lane closures and diversions for crews working on roadway.
• Cleans and repairs roadways, installs pavement markers and signs.
• Cleans drains on Bridge roadway, approaches and anchorages; sidewalks on Bridge and approaches, drainage ditches, parking lots, anchorages and pylons, shops, public restrooms, painters' locker room, bus stops, vault and toll booths; and picks up garbage.
• Assists Carpenters, Cement Masons and Gardeners in performing their duties.
• Assists other maintenance crafts in removing asphalt pavement or concrete, excavation and backfilling and repair of asphalt pavement and concrete structures.
• Moves office furniture as required.
• Drives equipment.
• Landscaping and trimming/cutting trees.
• Operates chainsaw, weed eater, leaf blower, lawnmower, street sweeper and scrubber.
• Knows and follows the safety and health rules and safe working practices applicable to his or her job.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with District employees, customers, vendors and all others contacted during the course of work using principles of excellent customer service.
• Performs additional related duties as assigned
• Regular and reliable attendance and performance is required

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The County of San Mateo Probation Department is seeking highly qualified candidates with exceptional leadership qualities for the position of Probation Services Manager II - Services.

The Position

The Assistant Deputy Chief (Probation Services Manager II) is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating one of a variety of significant juvenile services, adult and pretrial services, or administration program areas, while developing and implementing divisional goals, policies, and priorities. This role provides high-level administrative support to senior management within the Probation Department and holds full management responsibility.

Description

Reporting to the assigned Deputy Director of Probation Services, the Assistant Deputy Chief exercises direct and indirect supervision over lower-level supervisory, sworn, professional, technical, and clerical employees. This position oversees major functional areas in the Adult and Pretrial Services, Juvenile Services, and/or Administration Divisions. Additionally, the Assistant Deputy Chief provides leadership and direction to the Probation Services Managers I, ensuring effective staff supervision, coordination, and support.

The ideal candidate will be:

• A visionary, "big picture" thinker who is comfortable with organizational movement and has the capacity to manage organizational change.
• A dedicated, results-oriented individual with a genuine desire to be a part of the department's management team and its future.
• A leader with knowledge of and diverse experience in departmental operations, as well as extensive work experience in a sworn capacity.
• An approachable and politically astute leader, with a management style that fosters trust, loyalty, respect, commitment, and partnership.
• An experienced, productive manager who leads by example, empowers staff, and values the culture of collaboration and accountability of all employees.
• An excellent communicator, both orally and in writing, with an ability to make effective and persuasive presentations in order to achieve consensus.
• A diplomatic member of the Probation management team.
• An independent thinker who fosters teamwork, welcomes new and creative ideas.
• Knowledgeable of County policies, procedures, and Memorandums of Understanding, and be comfortable in handling personnel issues while working closely with County Human Resources.

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

• Provide highly responsible administrative and management assistance to the Deputy Chief Probation Officers by planning, organizing, directing, and reviewing all functions and activities of a variety of programs in the Probation Department.
• Direct, supervise, and guide assigned departmental staff by establishing goals, policies, and performance standards, conducting periodic evaluations for the staff members' performance, and counseling staff members regarding their performance and career development consistent with the Department's mission and expectations.
• Plan, organize, coordinate, and direct a group of subordinates in all phases of the assigned unit.
• Consult with and advise other County staff and the public regarding pertinent probation policy issues and participate in the development of standards and programs relating to these policies.
• Consult and cooperate with other department managers, state and local welfare agencies, schools, and law-enforcement personnel on relevant aspects of the assigned program area; discuss problems, develop alternative strategies for dealing with those problems; assist in implementation of solutions, as necessary.
• Direct and counsel assigned staff in the planning, budgeting, and record systems needed to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the assigned program responsibilities.
• Assist in the preparation and administration of the Departmental budget.
• Interpret and make presentations to agencies, community organizations, and private citizens on crime and delinquency problems, methods of control, and objectives of the courts and the department.
• Interpret and execute the instructions of the Courts.
• Consult with and advise the Court, other County staff, and the public regarding probation policy issues and participate in the development of standards and programs relating to these policies.
• Consult and work with professionals in the fields of medical and mental health care.
• Represent the Probation Department as required in formal and informal meetings, conferences, and oral and written communications.
• Perform a variety of special assignments, prepare complex analytical and statistical reports in any of several areas of human resource planning, as assigned.
• Involvement in internal administrative investigations and personnel issues.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Final Filing Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025, 11:59 PM PST

Application Screening: December 1 - 5, 2025

Civil Service Panel Interview: December 11 and/or 12, 2025

Position Summary

The Bridge Patrol Officer works in a fast paced and dynamic 24/7 department with 36 team members to ensure the efficient and effective daily operation and security of the Golden Gate Bridge and associated facilities. Responsibilities include critical infrastructure security, roadway and visitor safety, crisis intervention and suicide prevention, emergency roadway services, traffic management, parking enforcement, revenue collection, and customer service.  The Bridge Patrol Officer serves as a customer contact and organizational ambassador for persons who drive, walk and bicycle the Golden Gate Bridge on a daily basis.

 

Essential Responsibilities

• Patrols the Bridge and surrounding areas using patrol cars, bicycles, and motorized scooters for the purpose of providing security, suicide prevention/apprehension, and to provide assistance to the public
• Responds to all incidents on the Bridge and its approaches, such as accidents, attempted suicides, body retrieval from the South Tower moat and other areas near the Bridge
• Responds to medical emergencies and first- aid calls
• Enforces District ordinances and regulations on the Bridge and surrounding areas and on other District property
• Conducts preliminary investigations of motor vehicle accidents, suicides, and any other reportable incidents that occur on the Bridge or surrounding area
• Checks the District buildings for physical security
• Coordinates with the California Highway Patrol and other law enforcement agencies when needed
• Assists in the apprehension of possible suicides
• Assists with traffic and crowd control
• Performs traffic control and issues parking citations
• Operates tower elevators and performs driving duties as assigned
• Maintains positive public relations and performs preliminary investigations of complaints from the public
• Knows and follows the safety and health rules and safe working practices applicable to the job
• Regular and reliable attendance and performance is required

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