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The City of San Ramon

The San Ramon Valley has long been considered one of the most desirable living areas in the Bay Area because of its scenic beauty, good climate, excellent blue ribbon schools, picturesque parks, and proximity to the Bay Area's major employment centers. San Ramon is at the heart of the valley and is one of the San Francisco Bay Area's premier residential communities.  Learn more about life in the City of San Ramon by viewing our video tour!

The Position

Under general direction of the Captain, plans, directs, and oversees the activities, operations and projects of complex programs; serves as a technical expert and resource for assigned programs including providing extensive, in-depth, and specialized administrative and compliance over the legal requirements of the Police Department’s Records Division. This is a non-sworn managerial position in support services of the Police Department. Incumbents provide:

• First-line supervision to non-sworn employees, and manage all aspects of criminal records, data entry and warrants functions;
• Accessing of law enforcement information networks as well as serving on various law enforcement/criminal justice committees;
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legal requirements and contributes to the overall effectiveness of the division;
• Fosters cooperative working relationships among the law enforcement community and acts as a liaison with various public, community and regulatory agencies;
• Performs a variety of complex technical work and other related work as required;

This class is distinguished from other Program Manager classes by the necessity for knowledge of law enforcement practices, procedures, and terminology; in addition to the laws and rules surrounding the Public Records Act and the Government code pertaining to public records.

Example of Duties

• Plans, coordinates, and directs the work of the Records Division.
• Assigns work to staff; trains, monitors work activities to ensure work quality and accuracy; ensures compliance to applicable rules, policies, and procedures.
• Ensures compliance with all CJIS policies, procedures and security regulations.
• Determines legal requirements and standards relating to the maintenance and release of information.
• Coordinates assigned activities with other City divisions, departments and outside agencies and represents the department regarding issues related to assigned programs; acts as the department liaison with vendors, businesses, and public agencies regarding matters related to areas of responsibility.
• Acts as the Agency Terminal Coordinator between the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation to ensure compliance with all CLETS and NCIC policies and regulations.
• Provides liaison with City, County, State and Federal agencies for development, utilization and implementation of statistical and computerized reporting systems.
• Directs, oversees and participates in the development of the division works plans; assigns work activities, projects and programs; monitors work flow; implements policies and procedures; reviews and evaluates work products, methods and procedures.
• Recommends goals, objectives; monitors changes in laws, regulations and trends, technologies, programs, procedures that may affect division activities and functions; ensures compliance with local, state and federal regulations concerning program procedures and methods; resolves issues regarding program activities.
• Serves as the Police Department Custodian of Records for police reports; responds to subpoena duces tecum, including the appearance and testimony in court as necessary.
• Oversees annual audits conducted by Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigations in the entry of and access to information related to the California Law Enforcement Telecommunications Systems (CLETS), California Justice Information System (CJIS) and Nation Crime Information Center (NCIC).
• Participates in the selection hiring and discipline process of the Records Division.
• Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies and associations, City management and staff, and the public.
• Performs related duties as required. 

Education and Experience, and Other Requirements

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

• Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with major course work related to the area of assignment and three (3) years of experience within or related to the program assignment;
  OR
•  An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job listed above.
• Must pass a detailed background investigation

Licenses and Certifications

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California’s Driver’s License by time of appointment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of public administration including program management
• Records management, information systems and/or training;
• Principles and practices of supervision of staff, either directly or through subordinate levels of supervision;
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service to the public and City staff, in person and over the telephone;
• Database management and other information storage systems.

Ability to: 

• Plan, assign, organize, supervise, evaluate, and administer programs and/or projects;
• Train others in the use of technical support devices;
• Effectively utilize computer applications and related technology;
• Interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; communicate effectively in both orally and in writing; make sound, independent decisions with established legal, policy and procedural guidelines;
• Analyze, evaluate, develop, and make recommendations on new and existing service delivery methods and standard operating procedures;
• Identify and implement improvements in organization, work procedures and equipment;
• Analyze complex, technical and administrative problems establish and maintain accurate records; prepare reports and estimates.

Salary and Benefits

The salary range for Program Manager is $108,095.52 – $144,127.43 annually.  Placement within the range is dependent upon qualifications.  The City’s excellent benefit package includes:

• CalPERS Retirement.  2% @ 60 for classic CalPERS members; 2% @ 62 for new CalPERS members. 
• Medical Insurance is provided to employees through the CalPERS Public Employees Medical and Hospital Care Act (PEMHCA).  Employees have a choice between three Anthem Blue Cross PPO plans and several HMO plans from Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Kaiser Permanente, and United Healthcare & Health Net.  City pays up to the Kaiser Bay Area Rate (see the benefits matrix for more information). 
• Dental and Vision insurance for employee + all eligible dependents – 100% City paid
• Vacation: 12 days annually, increasing with years of service
• Sick Leave: 12 days annually, with option of converting a portion to cash or your 457 account each year
• Short and long term disability insurance – 100% City paid
• Employee assistance program – 100% City paid
• Group life insurance equal to 2X annual salary (up to $500,000) – 100% City paid
• Option to purchase supplemental life insurance
• Option to participate in City’s 457 Deferred Comp Plan
• Retiree health savings plan contributions equal to 3% of base salary – 100% City paid 

We know that making an informed career decision is important. Please reach out to Janice Keller, HR Coordinator at (925) 973-2508 or by email at jkeller@sanramon.ca.gov if you have any questions about the City’s generous benefits package.  

The Selection Process

Interested individuals must apply on line at www.calopps.org and include a comprehensive resume. The most qualified candidates, as determined by initial screening of applications, will be invited to an oral board interview.  The eligibility list will be established from the interview process. Individuals on the eligibility list may be asked to participate in a second round of interviews based on specific individual qualifications and the City’s needs. The eligibility list will remain in effect for one (1) year for potential future vacancies.  

The recruitment timeline is as follows:

• Position Closes: Open Until Filled
• First Review of Applications; September 5, 2018
• Interviews: week of September 24, 2018

Official Job Classification: Program Manager

The City of San Ramon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex origin or disability.  In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, should special accommodations be necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Division at hr@sanramon.ca.gov.

Records Program Manager Supplemental Questions:

1. Please indicate years of highest level of education completed. High School or Equivalent

•           1 year of college (30 semester/45 quarter units)
•           2 years of college (Associate Degree or 60 semester units/90 quarter units)
•           3 years of college (90 semester/135 quarter units)
•           4 years of college (Bachelor's Degree 120 semester/180 quarter units)
•           Master's Degree
•           Doctoral Degree    

   2.  How many years of experience do you possess in police records management?

•            Less than 1 year
•           1 year, less than 2 years
•           2 years, less than 3 years
•           3 years, less than 4 years
•           4 years, less than 5 years
•           5 years, less than 6 years
•           6 years, less than 7 years
•           7 years or more

   3.    Please explain your experience in managing a unit or division?

   4.    Do you have the POST Records Supervisor Certificate, or the ability to apply for it within one year?            

   5.   How does the Public Records Act apply to a Police Record’s Division?

   6.   Have you ever released records under the PRA and if so, what type of documents?

   7.    Please describe your experience with CJIS compliance?

   8.   What experience do you have in CLETS procedures and Audits?
 

Information contained herein is subject to change without notice.

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.

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.

A Good Place to Live

The City of Union City, a general law city is the gateway to the Silicon Valley and a recipient of the 1999 All-America City award. Union City is located in the San Francisco Bay Area and we are proud of our culturally diverse population of 72,155. We have safe and award winning schools, and we are close to shopping and transportation. The City of Union City offers home loans to those interested in residing in the community. Also, our community is near parklands such as Coyote Hills and the Alameda Regional Trails and in our residential community you will enjoy over 33 parks, a City owned Sports Center and our mild climate year round.

A Great Place to Work

The Council-Manager municipal government has over 225 full-time staff. The organization is focused on providing customer-valued services to our community. We are committed to the long-term growth and development of our staff by providing and encouraging training and skill enhancement. Our environment allows employees to be creative and passionate about their work.    We wish to attract employees who have excellent customer service skills and have demonstrated their commitment to outstanding community services in their current position.
 

The Position

The City is currently seeking two highly energetic, highly motivated individuals for our Maintenance Trainee – Streets position in the Streets division. Incumbents learn to perform the full scope of duties of the Maintenance I class. The individuals will train for a period of one year to provide a variety of services for the City, including: patching and repairing street surfaces; operate equipment and tools such as a jackhammer, dig post holes for signs, install and/or replace signs. Divert traffic with the use of signs, cones, lights, and other safety techniques, maintaining storm drain systems; operating a variety of equipment, including hand and power tools, and various pieces of medium to heavy equipment. 

The selected Maintenance Trainee – Streets will be provided on-the-job training sufficient to acquire knowledge and skills within specific (quarterly) time frames. Only those Trainees who complete and pass quarterly knowledge and skills examinations and obtain their Class A driver’s license with a tanker endorsement within one year, will continue training and employment.

An entrance examination for Maintenance Trainee – Streets position is being given to fill two current vacancies.

This position is represented by SEIU.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Maintenance – Trainee – Is an entry-level trainee position. Incumbents learn to perform the full scope of duties of the Maintenance – I class. This class is alternately staffed with Maintenance I and incumbents may advance to the higher level class after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency which meet the qualifications of the higher level class.

• Patch streets using Class A patching, surface patching, and pothole repair techniques.
• Prepare equipment and tools for jobs; operate equipment and tools such as jackhammer,
  grader, backhoe, striper, roller, dump and pickup trucks, and hand and power tools; clean and maintain equipment; perform minor maintenance/repair on equipment.
• Dig post holes for signs; install and/or replace signs.
• Divert traffic with the use of signs, cones, lights, and other safety techniques.
• Clean up roadway spills.
• May oversee the work of one or more seasonal aides or laborers in specific work
  assignments.
• Clean and maintain catch basins and culverts.

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FILING DEADLINE: August 26, 2018

Monthly Salary: $6,073 - $8,196*

(*salary currently under review)

First Interviews: Week of September 3, 2018
Final interviews: Week of September 10, 2018

Why consider working for the City of Emeryville?

The City of Emeryville is a premier employer who values diversity and supports outside of the box thinking and innovation. Our employees are our most valuable asset and as such we provide them with training, mentorship, and career growth opportunities. The City also offers an excellent salary compensation and benefits package, including a take-home City vehicle to the incumbent.

As the Police Services (Dispatch) Manager, you will be joining a proactive, professional, public safety organization that prides itself on its interaction and support within the community. The Emeryville Police Department’s culture preserves a family atmosphere while maintaining its professional status, which strongly emphasizes a problem-solving approach. In addition to the basic services such as patrol and dispatch, the department provides special services including, traffic, bicycle, foot patrol, youth diversion, crime analysis, school resource, K9, and field evidence. Members of the Police Department pride themselves on being an organization of professionals that is well-respected by law enforcement peers and fully responsive to the public safety needs of the community. The men and women of the Police Department are committed and dedicated to making the City of Emeryville a safe environment residents and visitors.

About the Position

The City of Emeryville Police Department invites qualified applicants to apply for the position of Police Services (Dispatch) Manager.  The Police Services (Dispatch) Manager is a non-sworn supervisory position in the Communications Bureau of the Administrative Services Division of the Police Department responsible for providing first-line supervision to non-sworn employees, and managing all aspects of criminal records, data entry and warrants functions; accessing of law enforcement information networks, communications dispatch functions, as well as serving on various law enforcement/criminal justice policy committees. The 9-1-1 Dispatch Center provides a full array of public safety communications services for Police, Fire and EMS on a 24-hour, 7-day basis.

Ideal Candidate

You have:

Emergency Communications Administration and Management: Knowledge of a 24-hour emergency communications center, including familiarity with, public safety functions and concerns and of the public safety communications environment, demands, requirements, regulations, and systems; fire, police, medical call processing protocols, dispatching and emergency procedures.

Supervision: Knowledge of collaborative leadership techniques, principles and procedures to assign work, schedule, supervise, train and evaluate staff performance.

Customer Service: Knowledge of principles and processes for providing high level customer service.

Technology: Knowledge of modern information technology, telecommunications equipment, CAD systems, personal computer operating systems and software applications, particularly Windows.

Judgment and Decision Making: Use logic and reasoning to analyze, understand, and evaluate complex situations; identify strengths and weaknesses of alternate approaches or solutions to situations; exercise appropriate judgment in establishing priorities; consider relative costs and benefits of potential actions; make immediate and sound decisions; facilitate implementation while under pressure or in stressful situations with fortitude to maintain diplomacy and situational clarity.

Dispatching: Receive calls for service, both emergency and non-emergency, determine nature and priority of calls received and dispatch appropriate providers; accurately interpret maps and floor layouts.

Organization Skills: Organize and multi-task with ability to work well under pressure of deadlines and constantly changing priorities.

You possess:

• Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in a law enforcement communications center, including experience working in a supervisory capacity.
• Equivalent to baccalaureate degree in Business or other related field OR a satisfactory equivalent combination of training and experience.

Note: Position requires a background investigation, including a psychological and medical for new hires.