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Lil’ Learners/ Spanish Immersion

The City of Redwood City is looking for people interested in working with pre-school children 20 hours per week in a fun environment in our Lil’ Learners Program and Spanish Immersion Program at the Red Morton Community Center. This position will plan, organize and conduct projects and activities that support basic academics, be involved in planning, preparing and participating in arts, crafts, story reading, song time and motor skill activities for pre-school children ages 3-5 years old. This position is only available during the school year (school year is August through June of the following year).

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The City of Redwood City invites you to apply for the position of Assistant Engineer I/II.  The current opening is in the Engineering and Transportation Division of the Community Development Department, and provides an excellent opportunity for an entry level or journey level civil engineer seeking variety and challenge.  The incumbent may serve on a team for civil engineering design and construction projects of moderate size and complexity, investigate field problems affecting property owners, citizens, contractors, and maintenance operations. 

The ideal candidate will embrace the City’s emphasis on excellent customer service; will be detail-oriented and able to manage multiple tasks; have the ability to supervise support staff; will successfully perform work requiring analytical ability and be able to synthesize and summarize information; will use initiative and independent judgement; will be a team player who likes working with a variety of City staff and the public; enjoys working in the engineering field; and communicates well with the public.

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SELECTION PROCEDURE:   Incomplete applications will be not be considered.  First review of applications starts on December 21, 2018. The most qualified candidates may be invited to participate in an interview.  

MEDICAL EXAMINATION:   Appointment is contingent upon the results of the job related medical evaluation which will include a physical examination, administered at no expense to the candidate. A drug screening test will be administered as part of this exam.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:   It is the policy of the City of Millbrae to provide equal employment opportunities for all employees & applicants for employment meeting bona fide occupational qualifications, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex or handicap.

IMMIGRATION REFORM & CONTROL ACT:   To comply with the Immigration Reform & Control Act, effective November 1986, all potential employees will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or authorization to work in the United States.

BACKGROUND CHECKS:   Criminal & personal history background checks may be performed.

Definition:  Under the supervision of the Recreation Superintendent, Recreation Services Manager or Recreation Coordinator, develops and supervises a segment of recreation programs and may provide Recreation-related transportation services.

Essential Duties:  Depending upon assignment, the duties of a Recreation Specialist include:

Under supervision of Recreation Department staff the Recreation Specialist plans, promotes, develops and supervises a portion of the recreation programs. Typical duties include: planning and implementing programs/special events, managing facilities/rentals (including setups), assisting in front office day-to-day operations, and assisting in youth/adult sports. Attend meetings, workshops, and other related duties as required. Possess the ability to communicate positively with the public, volunteers, and staff.

Special Requirements:  Possess adequate vision to supervise participants in recreation programs. Be able to speak clearly and understandably. Be able to bend, stoop, or crouch and have enough physical stamina to lift up to 50 pounds and assist clients. Hours may vary with evening and weekend hours required at times. Typical schedule will be Tuesday-Saturday with daily hours varying based on programmatic and facility needs (minimum of 40 hours/week).

Minimum Qualifications:

Ability to:  Work with Microsoft Office programs. Exercise independent judgment in performing job responsibilities. Lead volunteer and paid staff using positive communication skills. Organize and/or direct groups and individuals participating in senior, youth, and adult programs and special events. Think and act quickly in emergencies. Work to maintain and help create an action oriented atmosphere with both the public and staff. Understand and carry out written and oral directions. Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with subordinates, peers, and supervisors. Practice basic recreation skills in a variety of areas.

Education:  The successful candidate should have equivalent to four years of education in an accredited university or college. One (1) year or more years of related work experience can be substituted for an equivalent amount of work experience. 

Experience:  Experience equivalent to two years of experience in recreation, education, or a related field.

License:  Must possess and maintain a valid California Drivers’ License with a satisfactory driving record

Certificates:  Must possess a current First Aid and CPR Certificate. This requirement can be completed within the first month of hire.

The City of Millbrae Invites Applications for the Position of Seasonal Maintenance Worker (limited term).
 

The Position:  

The City of Millbrae is now accepting applications for Seasonal Maintenance Worker in the Public Works department.  

SELECTION PROCEDURE:   Incomplete applications will be not be considered.  The most qualified candidates may be invited to participate in an interview.  

MEDICAL EXAMINATION:   Appointment is contingent upon the results of the job related medical evaluation which will include a physical examination, administered at no expense to the candidate. A drug screening test will be administered as part of this exam.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:   It is the policy of the City of Millbrae to provide equal employment opportunities for all employees & applicants for employment meeting bona fide occupational qualifications, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex or handicap.

IMMIGRATION REFORM & CONTROL ACT:   To comply with the Immigration Reform & Control Act, effective November 1986, all potential employees will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or authorization to work in the United States.

BACKGROUND CHECKS:   Criminal & personal history background checks may be performed.

Definition:  Under general supervision, the Maintenance Worker performs a variety of unskilled, semiskilled, and skilled manual tasks and related work as required in the water, streets, storm, facilities and collection system divisions of Public Works Utilities and Operations.

Essential Duties:   The Public Works Maintenance Worker duties include:

• Operating jack hammers to break up concrete sidewalks, curbs and gutter asphalt roadways, storm drains, and street light bases.
• Mixing and finishing cement including sidewalks, curbs, gutters and containment walls.
• Using appropriate equipment to apply traffic paint and maintain and fabricate street signs.
• Performing heavy labor, shoveling and lifting, in the construction and repair of sewers, streets, water and storm drain lines and services.
• Performing in and responding to emergency calls including repair and installation of sewers, streets, water and storm drain lines and services.
• Operating small trucks with manual or automatic transmissions, two-ton dump trucks, personnel hoists, and tamping equipment.
• Helping construct forms, boxes, fences, walls, and barricades. 
• Performing cleaning and minor maintenance of buildings and facilities.
• Keeping simple records of daily activities, purchase receipts, and inventories including reading meters and test samples.
• Using construction tools including asphalt rakes, shovels, hammers, tapping equipment, cement finishing equipment, chain saws and light mechanical equipment.
• Cleaning City easements and right-of-ways of weeds, trees and debris.
• Read water meters.
• Must maintain a thirty-minute response time to the job site, in order to answer after hours and weekend service calls as required.

Special Requirements: Must possess and maintain a valid CALIFORNIA Class "C"Driver's License for operate in high vehicle traffic areas and construction sites; speak clearly and understandably.  Requires moderate and sometimes strenuous exertion including bending, stooping, crouching, crawling, climbing, lifting, twisting, carrying and/or handling up to one hundred (100) pounds.  Work in confined spaces and wear protective garments.  May work in conditions that require exposure to noise, odors, chemical and biological agents, gases, and contact with sanitary wastewater.  Ability to report to work at any hour of the day or night as required during a disaster or other emergency situation.  MUST maintain a thirty-minute response time to the job site when answering after hour and weekend service calls.  Shall be a second responder to support supervisors in emergencies.  Carry communication equipment after work hours.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge of: Basic construction techniques; basic building maintenance and repair; asphalt and cement finishing techniques; general tools used in construction or maintenance work; construction, repair and maintenance.

Ability to: Think and act quickly in emergencies; judge situations and people accurately; understand and carry out oral and written directions; meet standards of adequate physical stature, endurance and agility; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with fellow workers.

Education:  High School Diploma or GED.

Experience: At least one year full-time or four years part-time experience in semiskilled construction maintenance work.

License: Must possess and maintain a valid a Class C California Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record.  

THIS IS A TEMPORARY SEASONAL POSITION

The County of Yuba is recruiting to fill and establish an employment list for the position of Public Safety Dispatcher within the Sheriff’s Department.  The incumbent receives 9-1-1 system sheriff, fire, medical emergency and rescue calls; dispatches sheriff, fire and medical personnel following established procedures; maintains communication with officers in the field to ensure safety and provide back-up and information; provides relief coverage for the records unit; and performs related work as assigned. These classifications require shift work and the ability to make decisions and act appropriately in stressful situations. The work also involves interdepartmental cooperation with various public safety agencies located throughout the County to coordinate the most effective response to requests for assistance from the public.

About the Sheriff's Department:

The Yuba County Sheriff's Office is comprised of multiple functions within the Operations Division including Valley and Foothill Patrol, Investigations, Narcotics Task Force, Gang Enforcement, Marijuana Education Team, Coroner, Crime Prevention, Crisis Negotiation Team, SWAT, Canine Program, Field Training Officer, Aero Squadron, and Marine Enforcement.  The department is committed to working in partnership with the community to identify and resolve public safety and quality of life issues, consistent with it’s core values.  The Sheriff's Office provides a full range of services to an estimated population of about 70,000.  The Sheriff’s Department is located in the City of Marysville with a substation  in Brownsville.

Regional Government Services is pleased to recruit on the behalf of the San Mateo County Harbor District for the position of:

HARBORMASTER

Salary Depending on Qualifications is $97,850 - $125,660 annually

Deadline to Apply: January 5, 2019 before 11:30 PM PST

Ideal Candidate

The San Mateo County Harbor District is seeking qualified candidates to fill two (2) vacancies for the position of Harbormaster. The Harbormaster is a highly skilled, independent, and organized individual who serves the public by providing berthing and support for pleasure and commercial craft at one of two harbor/marina facilities, Pillar Point Harbor in El Granada and Oyster Point Marina/Park in South San Francisco. The Harbormaster leads staff in day to day operations, maintenance, security, and search and rescue operations.

Essential Functions

May include but are not limited to the following:

• Plan, organize, coordinate, delegate and supervise the work of harbor/marina staff as well as maintain excellent records and good working relationships with staff, public organizations and other agencies.
• Interview, evaluate and makes recommendations regarding hiring new subordinate staff.
• Prepare staff work schedules, emergency scheduling when needed and approve all assigned staff time cards. Prepare thorough periodic performance evaluations for assigned staff.
• Assists the District in providing staff with all necessary professional instruction, training and policy guidance.
• Ensure all assigned staff are providing excellent customer service to all tenants, lessees and the public.
• Act as the liaison with outside agencies, including, but not limited to; California Division of Boating and Waterways, U.S. Coast Guard, local law enforcement, yacht clubs and other groups who may use District facilities.
• Direct public information, relations, and marketing programs by promoting the harbor/marina to various user groups and by promoting public education on boating safety, unusual weather events, local marine conditions and harbor/marina operations.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other District employees, elected officials, contractors, and the public, using principles of excellent customer service.
• As a part of the District management team, assist in preparation and administration of the harbor/marina budgets. Supervise expenditure of authorized budgeted funds and review performance on a monthly basis.
• Ensure programs are in place to manage environmental and regulatory compliance. Ensure the District maintains the DBW Clean Marine designation. Conduct environmental awareness training and inspections on a regular basis.
• Plan, evaluate and direct the maintenance of docks, piers, vehicles, vessels and equipment in a safe, clean, secure and orderly condition.
• Direct search and rescue operations. Respond to emergency and/or severe weather situations as required. Direct actions to protect the public, staff, vessels, District assets and other property as necessary.
• Coordinate the daily activity within the harbor/marina with large events, capital projects and other District activities.
• Oversee the assignment of permanent and temporary berth spaces, slips and parking designations, checking on small craft documentation and registration procedures, including oversight and management of rental agreements for compliance.
• Enforcement of District ordinances, policies, procedures and state boating laws. Provide information and other customer service to tenants, lessees and harbor/marina visitors, and ensure that District policies and procedures are explained and understood.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

COMMUNICATIONS & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT ANALYST
Town of Portola Valley
Location: Portola Valley, California, 94028
Initial Deadline to Apply: Wednesday, December 19, 2018
Salary: Administrative Management Analyst Classification - $78,288 to $97,471 annually

The Town is seeking a highly motivated, communications professional with demonstrated interest and success in community engagement. The Communications & Community Engagement Analyst will report to the Assistant to the Town Manager and will support strategic communications, messaging, and Town Council/Committee outreach efforts. This is the perfect opportunity to utilize your communications, event management, marketing and outreach skills in a small community where you can try new and innovative engagement strategies, as well as develop the Town’s identity. You will also help grow the Town’s new engagement app, PV Connect, as well as the Town’s social media channels.

The ideal candidate is a team-oriented, energetic professional with the skills and creativity to generate graphics and content for both print and online outreach materials.  As the Communications Analyst you will have the opportunity to work directly with the community both as a liaison to Town Committees and supporting Committee and Town-sponsored events and activities.

Portola Valley is a tight-knit community known for its rural character, natural beauty and environmental leadership. If you're a self-starter, who isn’t afraid to take initiative and dive deeply into this new role, we would love to hear from you. Join this collaborative environment, with an exceptional team, who really care about the Town and its residents!

DOWNLOAD EMPLOYMENT BROCHURE:
For full job description and details, please download the employment brochure at www.portolavalley.net/employment.

TO APPLY
To apply, please email your resume and letter of interest to Brandi de Garmeaux at bdegarmeaux@portolavalley.net. Please note that the interview process will include an evaluation of writing skills as well as a practical exercise in creating print marketing materials.

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

Community Service Officer I/II

This recruitment is a continuous recruitment

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

Salary:

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

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

Why Join our Department?

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

What You'll Do

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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