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THE POSITION

The City of Fremont’s Human Services Department is currently looking for a temporary employee to serve as Winter Relief Shelter Coordinator. This position is responsible for the daily operations of the shelter and overseeing monitors and volunteers who staff the facility.  This position reports to the Human Services Director, or her designee, and coordinates with the Department’s Executive Assistant regarding scheduling, reporting, and other administrative tasks.

The Coordinator position can work up to 40 hours a week, between the hours of 4:30pm and 7 am.  The Winter Relief Shelter will be open from November 15th through March 15th, to provide a safe and welcoming environment for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Participants will have access to the shelter from approximately 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., where they will be provided a warm dinner, restroom facilities, sleeping bags, cots, breakfast, and a to-go lunch.

EXAMPLES OF RESPONSIBILITIES

- This position is responsible for maintaining the health and safety of homeless individuals and families who are living on the streets or in their cars and are in need of emergency shelter.
- Oversee the monitors to ensure that they follow procedures and support them in decision-making, while enforcing rules and procedures with participants.
- Maintain the inventory of supplies to ensure they are adequate for the functioning of the warming shelter.
- Coordinate with City Serve Compassion Network regarding food and site volunteers to ensure timely delivery of meals and adequate volunteer support of shelter functions.
- Responsible for accurate, daily data collection.
- Coordinate medical services with Tri-City Health Services.
- Ensure that monitors complete nighty report of their observations and notes.
- Coordinate with Abode Services regarding outreach workers.
- Work compassionately with those who have difficulty engaging with service providers.
- Maintain a welcoming, safe, and equitable environment for clients, monitors/other staff, and volunteers.
- Effectively resolve conflicts among participants and de-escalate potentially violent situations.
- Coordinate with janitorial and building maintenance to communicate issues and schedule routine cleanings.
- Ensure participant adherence to rules, especially related to behaviors that are unsafe.  If necessary, notify public safety personnel to help “exit” clients with inappropriate or unsafe behaviors.
- Exercise good judgement and be sufficiently confident to call for 911 assistance in case of medical or other emergency.
- Coordinate with Human Services Executive Assistant regarding monitor work schedules to ensure adequate staffing at all times.
- Other related duties as assigned.

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THE POSITION

Under direct supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, the Family Partner will work as an important   member of the clinical team that provides counseling and case management services to parents and their children in Fremont, Newark and Union City area. The incumbent of this position will provide peer support and assist families in accessing needed services while promoting independence and advocacy skills through a respectful and non-judgmental manner. The Family Partner uses their own personal lived experience and ensures that the family’s perspective is represented in the provision of all services which will be conducted in the child’s home or school, at Youth and Family Services’ clinic located at the Fremont Family Resource Center or in other community settings. This City of Fremont Youth and Family Services position is supported by funding from Alameda County Behavioral Health Care Services and Alameda County Probation Department.

This is a full-time, temporary assignment.  Current funding allows for a 1 year assignment. There is potential for a longer term employment opportunity dependent on continued funding.

EXAMPLES OF RESPONSIBILITIES

- Assists family with identifying needs, existing strengths, and accessing services.
- Provides families with information and referral to needed supportive services and resources.
- Serves as a peer role model and supports families as they navigate the system.
- Educates and mentors parents helping them to understand and advocate for their rights.
- Increases awareness about the benefits  of parent / professional provider partnerships.
- Participates in clinical team meetings while representing the parent’s perspective.
- Serves as a liaison between families, mental health counselors and social workers.
- Partners with mental health counselors and parents using a team approach to support the development and  evaluation of their child’s treatment plan.
- Completes all charting and documentation requirements using electronic health record system.
- Represents City at outreach and community events.
- Participates in related trainings and workshops.
- Participates in data collection as required by funders.
- Other related duties as assigned.

Answer the Call... Become a Dispatcher with the City of Belmont Police Department!

The City of Belmont is currently recruiting for Lateral Dispatcher candidates to fill current and future openings.

$80,587.44-$97,954.56 annually (depending on experience)
 

Why Belmont?

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

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

The Position

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

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

Answer the Call... Become a Dispatcher with the City of Belmont Police Department!

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

$80,587.44 Annually to Start
 

Why Belmont?

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

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

The Position

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

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

The Office of Transportation operates with a staff of 12 (10 full-time and two part-time staff) and is responsible for multi modal transportation engineering, operations, planning, programming, and projects. The office enhances safety and mobility in Palo Alto's transportation system, while protecting environmental resources and preserving the community's quality of life, and is responsible for parking management, traffic operations, bikeways development, area transportation studies, regional transportation coordination, and the Palo Alto Free Shuttle.

The Office of Transportation  is looking for an Associate Transportation Engineer experienced in transportation, traffic, and/or civil engineering.  In this position, incumbents work under general supervision to perform moderately difficult professional engineering field and office work in the planning, designing, construction and maintenance of transportation facilities. The successful candidate will have strong interpersonal and communication skills to work with the public and consultants to provide professional direction and information on specific programs and projects.  

To review the complete posting and apply, please go here

The Redwood City Public Library is looking for a community-centered, values-driven person who will deliver active and engaged customer service, with a focus on supporting self-service and delivering a top-notch experience for each visitor of the library. The ideal candidate will work well with others to achieve goals in a fast-paced, innovative team environment. The candidate will be friendly, outgoing, enthusiastic, creative, technologically savvy and able to consistently provide superb service to a diverse community of library users. This selected candidate will work 5-15 hours per week including nights and weekends, at any of our library facilities – Redwood City Downtown Library, Fair Oaks Branch Library, Redwood Shores Branch Library and Schaberg Branch Library. 

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

The City of Burlingame is accepting applications for the position of Maintenance Worker/Laborer.

Laborer is the entry-level class for maintenance positions in both the Water and Street & Sewer Division. Employees will be hired as a Laborer and may reasonably expect promotion to the Maintenance Work Class upon completion of one year's satisfactory service, completion of probation, and for the Street and Sewer Division, passing a CWEA Grade 1 test and obtaining a class B driver's license, and for the Water Division, passing a DHS Grade D-1 test.

SALARY

Laborer:  $4,848.29 - $5,897.78 per month. 

Street, Sewer and Downtown Maintenance Worker:  $5,092.72 - $6,189.30 per month. 

Water Maintenance Worker:  $5,092.72 - $6,189.30 per month. 

Applications must be received by Friday, August 31, 2018 at 5:00PM or until the first 100 applications are received. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Street and Sewer Division:  Works with the following crews: Sign and Paint Crew; Paving Crew; Pothole Crew; Service Repair Crew; Pump Station Maintenance and Repair Crew; Sweeper Pile Crew; Sewer Rodder Crew and Hydro-Jet Crew.  Assists in laying pipe and sewer lines; sweeps and cleans roadsides, gutters, curbs, culverts, catch basins and other drainage structures; removes debris and undergrowth; assists in setting forms and mixing and pouring concrete; assists in raking, smoothing and tamping repaired patches; assists in the maintenance of mechanical equipment; assists in the layout of traffic patterns on streets and in the operation of painting equipment; cleans mechanical equipment and basic tools used on the job.  Assists in maneuvering and driving hydro-jet truck and other equipment associated with this operation.  Assists in preventative maintenance and unblocking of sewers using mechanical and hydro-jetting.  Serves as flag person when working in traffic and works in confined spaces.

Water Division:  Assists in laying pipe and water lines; measures and cuts pipe; assists in making taps and connections to mains; repairs and replaces mains, copper tubing, hydrates, valves, meters and meter boxes; excavates, repairs leaks; assists in the maintenance of mechanical equipment; cleans mechanical equipment and maintains basic tools used on the job. Serves as flag person when working in traffic; reads water meters, assists water service worker; and works in confined spaces.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Street /Sewer Division: Ability to perform heavy manual labor including lifting and carrying heavy objects for short distances weighing up to 90 pounds, including manhole covers and jackhammers; perform the pulling, pushing, twisting and bending needed for rodding sewer; work outdoors in adverse weather; perform pick and shovel work in digging, widening and backfilling; assist in the cleaning of sewers which includes working in raw sewage.

Ability to stand and walk for considerable periods of time; twist the upper body; perform moderate amounts of crouching, stooping and squatting. Ability to climb ladders and to climb into confined spaces; to work weekends and evenings as necessary, and to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Sufficient vision, hearing and stamina to perform the above job duties, and use of proper safety and hearing equipment when using noisy and dangerous equipment.

Water Division: Ability to perform heavy manual labor, including lifting and carrying heavy objects weighing up to 90 pounds for short distances, including large meter box covers; climb ladders; perform moderate amounts of crouching, squatting and stooping; perform pulling, twisting and bending; work outdoors in adverse weather; and perform pick and shovel work in digging, widening and backfilling.

Ability to stand and walk for considerable periods of time; to climb into confined spaces and learn special requirements; to work weekends and evenings as necessary, and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Sufficient vision, hearing and stamina to perform the above job duties, and proper use of safety and hearing equipment when using noisy and dangerous equipment.

This position will close on August 30  at  5 PM or  when 150 applications have been received.  Interested applicants are encouraged to apply early.

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

Job Summary

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

Responsibilities

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

Minimum Qualifications

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

Additional Qualifications

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

THE POSITION

Under general supervision, the Community Service Officer assists Police Officers in their work, performs a variety of duties involved with enforcement of laws and ordinances and animal control, conducts crime prevention activities, and assists in dispatching, property control and other clerical support activities.  Performs selected police services to the community and/or related duties as assigned.

Positions in this class are characterized by law enforcement and police support duties which do not require performance by a sworn officer.  Work involves exercising independent judgment when working alone in the field. Incumbents are expected to work within a variety of assignments including but not limited to crime prevention, prisoner processing and transporting, investigation assistance, community and youth relations, traffic and parking control, vehicle abatement, property and evidence collection and control, animal control, and assistance in dispatching.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Modern office procedures and practices.
• Standard office equipment, including a personal computer.
• Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar, punctuation.
• Data collection and compilation techniques.
• Basic business arithmetic.
• Department policies, rules, regulations, and State, County and local laws and ordinances applicable to their assignments.

 Ability/ Skill to:

• Act with resourcefulness, courtesy and initiative with minimum supervision.
• Make simple arithmetical calculations.
• Operate standard office equipment including copiers, calculators, personal computers and radio equipment.
• Work effectively under pressure and with frequent interruptions.
• Exercise good judgment in making decisions according to existing laws, regulations, and policies.
• Analyze situations quickly and objectively, and to take proper courses of action.
• Operate an animal control vehicle or city vehicle.
• Interpret and enforce animal control regulations.
• Use and care for firearms.
• Pass comprehensive medical examination and physical agility test.
• To do light physical labor including lifting heavy objects.
• Prepare concise and accurate reports.
• Understand and carry out written and verbal instructions.
• Make oral presentations before community groups and at schools.
• Follow established policies and procedures.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

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

• Education equivalent to graduation from high school or GED; 
• Public Contact Experience;
• Satisfactory record as a law abiding citizen; 
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver License; and

Special Requirements:

• Interest in law enforcement work and animal control work.
• Willingness to work any shift, rotate shifts, irregular duty assignments, and on-call. 
• Willingness to work a variety of assignments and to rotate to different assignments as directed. 
• No color-blindness or functional impairment.

SELECTION PROCESS

Following the deadline to apply date, resumes will be screened according to the qualifications outlined in this announcement. The most qualified applicants will be invited to continue in the selection process which consists of an oral panel interview, tentatively scheduled for Tuesday September 18, 2018.  Applicants will be notified by email and/or phone regarding the interview.

An eligible list will be established as a result of this selection processes and will be valid for a period of six months. The list may be extended up to a maximum of two (2) years. The Police Department will review the Eligible List to determine candidates to continue in the department selection process.

Prior to receiving a conditional offer of employment, the applicant will be required to successfully complete a fingerprinted criminal history check and a background investigation, including a polygraph. Upon receiving a conditional offer of employment, the candidate will be required to complete a City-paid pre-employment medical examination, which will include testing for the presence of drugs and alcohol (unless the employee has already passed the required exam).  Applicants must be successful in all phases of the selection process to be considered for the position.

We will make reasonable efforts in the selection process to accommodate persons with disabilities.  Please contact the Human Resources Department prior to the final filing date for accommodation requests.

In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all potential employees are required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States.  All new employees are required by law to sign a loyalty oath.