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As one of the largest providers of affordable housing in the Bay Area and a designated Moving To Work (MTW) agency, the award-winning Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is seeking talented individuals looking to make a difference in Silicon Valley. SCCHA is an independent local government agency that administers the federal Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program for approximately 19,000 households and manages more than 2,000 units of affordable housing in Santa Clara County.

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ACCOUNTING SUPERVISOR

FLSA EXEMPT, NON-CIVIL SERVICE, AT-WILL

$87,888 to $106,812 Annually

  (additional 2% increase effective 7/1/18)

ACCOUNTING SUPERVISOR

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to oversee, organize and manage the operations of the Finance Division of the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area.

ABOUT THE DISTRICT

The Hayward Area Recreation and Park District, known locally as “HARD” is an independent special district created in 1944 by public vote to provide park and recreation services. The District encompasses over 100 square-miles, and serves 290,000 residents in the City of Hayward and the unincorporated communities of Ashland, Castro Valley, Cherryland, Fairview and San Lorenzo.

Today, HARD has become the largest recreation district in California with over 600 employees and 140 parks and facilities. The District provides residents with two golf courses and many beautiful facilities and parks that have received national and state recognition for their design, innovation and beauty, as well as hundreds of educational and recreational classes and programs.

Operating under the Board/Manager form of government, the five Board Members are directly elected for alternating four-year terms.  The General Manager is appointed by the Board and is responsible for carrying out the policy directions of the Board. 

In November 2016 voters of the District overwhelming passed Measure F1 to issue $250 million in General Obligation Bonds for park and facility improvements. 

ABOUT THE POSITION

The new Accounting Supervisor will have a considerable opportunity to leave a lasting impact upon the Hayward area.  Reporting to the Administrative Services Director, the Supervisor is responsible for the daily activities and administration of the Division. The Supervisor is also responsible for the District's financial, accounting, purchasing, treasury activities and provides management and the Board of Directors with effective assistance in the areas of fiscal planning and control, accounting, budgeting, and investing public funds. The Accounting Supervisor would also provide highly responsible and complex administrative assistance to the General Manager and Administrative Services Director. This is an at-will position.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Plans, organizes and oversees multiple and critical components of the accounting and budget for the moderately complex District fiscal financial and budget system/report; develops and maintains District policy, procedures and forms for financial transactions to ensure compliance with the GASB, GAAP, GAAS, and government rules and regulations.
• Plan and direct the activities of the Finance Division; supervise and coordinate division activities with those of other departments and outside agencies and organizations.
• Acts as a primary contact with the District’s independent auditor; prepares worksheet and provides financial data or documents for auditor’s State Controller’s report and audited Financial Statements; coordinates with other departments for the annual audit; verifies auditor’s draft report and notes for accuracy; prepares MD&A and responses to audit findings of the Financial Statement; prepares and records audit adjusting entries; presents audited Financial Statements with the auditor at the Board meeting; distributes audited Financial Statements to all parties as required by law or agreements.
• Creates annual budget worksheets and narratives for department heads; compiles and assembles budget reports from all departments; prepares capital project budget, graphs, and statistical data to the budget reports; reviews and completes annual budget reports; distributes budget reports including creditors and other government agencies; prepares, uploads and maintains budget data in the Accounting system.
• Prepares and recommends monthly cash flow projections to the Assistant General Manager; oversees District fund balances and ensures that fund transfers, advances and other sound fiscal controls are applied as required; interfaces with financial institutions and the County of Alameda; works with creditors to reconcile new loan transactions; reviews escrow closing statements; prepares new loan or new capital lease amortization schedules; runs and reconciles monthly depreciation of Fixed Assets and perpetual inventories; maintains chart of accounts; etc.
• Administers Sets up Capital Project Recap spreadsheet; verifies staff posting and holds monthly meeting with capital project managers to review and forecast on capital projects expenditures and revenue and cash flow for the remaining fiscal year.  
• Supervises the work of paraprofessional level and/or clerical accounting staff in daily operating work such as accounts payable, purchase order processing, capital project cost tracking, Fixed Assets recording, income recognition, bank account and other general ledger account reconciliations, District credit card maintenance and month-end processing, purchase order encumbrance recording, and computing accounts; develops procedures for workflow; oversees and/or reconciles analyses of fund reserves, claims, receivables, donation reserves on a monthly basis.
• Administers the development of Finance goals, objectives, budget, policies and procedures to provide adequate service to District departments, employees and the public.
• Direct, oversee and participate in the development of the Division's work plan; assign work activities, projects and programs; monitor workflow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures.
• Keeps the Administrative Services Director properly informed of activities and issues. Prepares for and makes presentations to District staff and the Board of Directors, as necessary.
• Select, train, supervise, evaluate, and discipline full-time and part-time personnel; provide or coordinate staff training.
• Trains department staff on accounting system and with online access to obtain system reports and inquiries; assigns and rotates staff tasks on an annual basis; ensures staffs are cross-trained and are able to backup each other on daily operations; evaluates annual staff performance; participates in selection of new employees; and makes recommendations on personnel status.
• Within the Division, establish priorities and assure compliance with all applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. Manages assigned programs through coordinated leadership assuring the Division meets specifically assigned ongoing and annual operational and financial objectives.
• Participates in management discussions concerning issues and problems affecting the Administrative Services Department; may make presentations to the Board of Directors and other groups.
• Receive and review reports from staff members and take appropriate action.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate is a strong progressive Supervisor that has public sector experience as a dynamic leader in both the finance, accounting and analysis. This candidate must be successful at analytical accounting, audit management, cash flow management and critical thinking. The successful candidate will join a team that is focused on delivering exceptional accurate and compliant financials.

Additionally, the ideal candidate communicates effectively with elected/appointed officials, community groups, advocacy groups and various boards, commissions and committees.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience: five years full-time increasingly responsible professional accounting, auditing, or budgeting experience gained in a public agency which included significant accounting/fiscal and supervisory duties and responsibilities.

Training: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting or a closely related field. A Master's degree and a CPA is highly desired.

License: Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment.

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS

The annual salary range for this position is $87,888 to $106,812 (salary will increase by 2% effective 7/1/18). Actual salary will be dependent on experience and qualifications. HARD offers an attractive benefits package that includes:

• Public Employees’ Retirement System 2% at 60 for new employees hired after January 1, 2013 that are already members of CalPERS; 2% at 62 for other new hires.
• Choice of three health plans for employees and their dependents, most, if not all of which is paid for by the District.
• Comprehensive dental plan for employees and their dependents that is paid for by the District.
• Vision care reimbursement benefit.
• Post-employment healthcare plan contribution of 2.5% of base salary paid by District.
• Ten working days paid vacation each year; fifteen days after five years of service; and twenty days after thirteen years of service.
• Minimum of five and up to ten days of administrative leave.
• Fourteen paid holidays a year.
• Sick leave accrued at one day per month.
• Social Security paid by District and employee.
• Long Term Disability Plan paid by District.
• Life Insurance policy ($75,000) paid by District.
• District Deferred Compensation Plan available, employee funded.
• Employee Credit Union services.
• Educational Tuition Reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Voluntary Flexible Spending Account for medical and child care expenses, employee funded.
• Voluntary State Disability, employee funded.

HOW TO APPLY

The final filing deadline is Monday, June 11, 2018. To be considered for this exceptional opportunity, please immediately submit a compelling cover letter, resume (including dates of employment, organization size and budget managed) and the names of six (6) work-related references directly to:

Patty Miguel

Email to: migp@haywardrec.org

Telephone:  510-881-6708

District Website: www.haywardrec.org

SELECTION PROCESS

Resumes will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in this brochure. Candidates deemed to have the most relevant qualifications will be invited to interview with the District, tentatively scheduled for June 14th. Second round interviews will be held on June 19th. Prior to final interviews, candidates will be required to authorize verifications to be conducted including employment history, degrees obtained, and other certifications. The District anticipates making an appointment to the position following final interviews and the completion of reference and background checks to be coordinated with the successful candidate.

THE POSITION:
Please see the attached job specifications for full details about this position.

Under general direction, develops programs to fulfill the technology learning needs of communities served; provides public-access digital literacy services through the Library’s drop in media centers and pop-up Makerspaces, organized learning opportunities and/or individual coaching; and performs related work as required.

TYPICAL TASKS include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for all aspects of the design and implementation of digital literacy initiatives and programs to enhance information technology use and proficiency in communities served.
• Provides a framework for assisting the public in accessing, analyzing, evaluating, and participating in various electronic and media resources.
• Cultivates and maintains working relationships to build a network of digital inclusion stakeholders who might also assist with implementing unique and engaging programming for Library users and the public.
• Develops programs to assist in meeting the public’s technology learning needs and to enrich the public’s access to digital information.
• Provides one-on-one guidance and support to library customers pursuing individualized design and technology projects.
• May manage drop in media centers and provide hands on training using computer lab/studio resources.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience: Graduation from a college or accredited university with a Bachelor’s degree in Education, Information Technology, or equivalent related education AND at least two (2) years of experience developing and implementing digital literacy curriculum and programs and/or teaching technology skills to adults and/or teens. Experience with providing services in multiple service outlets, in a multicultural environment, and working with volunteers is highly desirable. Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with digital sound and video editing software and applications, such as GarageBand and/or Final Cut Pro, and with digital production hardware, including video cameras, lighting, and sound mastering equipment, is highly preferred.

KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• Demonstrated effectiveness in community-based programs, including program design, implementation, and evaluation.
• Digital literacy programming and best practices.
• Teaching or instruction related to technology for people of all ages and backgrounds.
• Basic hardware and software operating principles and basic troubleshooting for computer systems to isolate problems.

Ability to:

• Operate digital video and sound production hardware, including video cameras, lighting, and sound integration/mastering equipment.
• Develop programs that prepare us for the future of educating the public in digital literacy and are strategic for replication.
• Set-up and configure technology equipment and accompanying software.
• Operate modern office equipment, including library computer system and equipment, copiers, printers, and software programs; access, retrieve, enter, and update information using a computer workstation.

SALARY RANGES: $66,123.20 to $82,555.20 annually plus benefits

CLOSING DATE: 5:00 pm, Tuesday, June 12, 2018

APPLICATION PROCESS: Please go to https://www.calopps.org/sonoma-county-library to apply. Applications must be submitted by the final filing date.

The application process may contain one or more of the following steps: a supplemental application, written test(s), skills assessment(s), and/or oral examination(s).

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION:

Employment offers will be contingent upon a successful pre-employment verification/criminal records clearance. Having a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from employment. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future positions as they occur during the active status of the list.

The Sonoma County Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit is a new passenger rail system that operates between Marin and Sonoma Counties in the Northern San Francisco Bay Area.  A 43-mile, 10 station system was opened in August 2017.  SMART is currently constructing a 2.1-mile extension from downtown San Rafael to Larkspur.  The Junior Engineer would work on this project and be exposed to many aspects of implementing a large infrastructure project that is in the construction phase.

The purpose of the Junior Engineer position is to perform field or office engineering work of moderate
difficulty and  do related work as required. The Jr. Engineer will work on assignments that are portions of a major project that are received in general terms. The Jr. Engineer is expected to use judgment and initiative in developing and completing assigned work.

Examples of Duties
Class specifications present a descriptive list of the range, type, and level of duties performed by an
employee in the classification. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed.
Some responsibilities include:
1. Prepares and designs a variety of engineering projects of moderate difficulty
such as land development, bridges, structures and hydraulics.
2. Calculates the quantity, quality, and cost of materials used in various projects.
3. Reviews engineering calculations of other engineers or technicians.
4. Prepares engineering specifications.
5. Prepares and reviews maps, deeds and legal descriptions.
6. Reviews and checks plans for the project to assure compliances, specifications
and sound engineering practices.
7. Acts as resident engineer on the construction projects including field inspections.
8. Provides cost data necessary in the budget preparation process.
9. May respond to inquiries from the public per SMART’s approval.
10. Writes correspondence and reports.

SMART is a new commuter rail service serving Marin and Sonoma counties in Northern San Francisco Bay Area. Under direction of the Track Maintenance Supervisor, the Track Maintainer position is responsible for railroad track inspections, maintenance and repair. This position will be responsible for the inspection, testing and diagnostic analysis of SMART’s track. This position will operate equipment, including on-track equipment and vehicles necessary for track maintenance, repair and other rail support activities. Must be able to work irregular hours, early and late shifts, weekends and holidays.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Must have two years experience in construction or related work.
• Must have at least six months of track maintenance experience.

Other Qualifications:

• Possession of a valid California Driver's license or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of employment.
• Possession of a Class A driver's license or ability to obtain one within the first 12 months of employment.
• Ability to meet requirements of 49 CFR Part 213.7 (b).

We are seeking a customer service driven library professional with excellent communication skills for our full-time Children Services Librarian position at the Cloverdale Regional Library. The ideal candidate will have strong outreach, technical, and training skills and be willing to work in a sometimes fast paced and often vibrant “all ages” environment. Share your talents and abilities while utilizing your librarian skills for community partnerships, basic to advanced computer training and downloadable Audio and eBook device help for the public.

THE POSITION:

Please see the attached job specifications for full details about this position.

Under general supervision, this full-time, benefitted position provides excellent customer service while performing a variety of professional children’s library services, including reference, reader’s advisory, collection development, event planning, outreach, digital literacy training for the public, and performs related work as assigned.

TYPICAL TASKS include, but are not limited to:

• Provides general reference and reader’s advisory services
• Explains library policies and procedures to patrons and staff
• Assists, advises and instructs patrons on the use of library materials and equipment, including automated catalogs, the Internet, various software, eBooks and audio book reading and listening devices and digital literacy in general
• Conducts reference searches using a variety of database, online, and other search techniques
• Helps to maintain and select the addition of books, reference materials, CD’s, DVD’s, electronic media, and other library materials
• Assists at the Circulation Desk when needed.
• Assists in and/or directs the preparation of exhibits and the organization and presentation of a variety of programs and events, as well as forming community partnerships for co-events
• Leads book discussion groups
• Promotes the Library out in the community, at schools, and events, and provides written outreach through community publications as well as press releases and other promotions; may represent the Library in meetings with the community or special interest groups
• Helps to maintain social media connectivity to the library public.
• Works collaboratively with staff, the community and special interest groups.
• The Librarian II performs all of these tasks but at a more difficult, higher level. May serve as Person-in-Charge when Branch Manager is absent.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience: Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS), Master of Library Science (MLS), or Master of Science in Library Science (MSLS) degree from an accredited college or university. The Librarian II requires two years of appropriate professional experience working a children’s librarian, preferably in a public library. Must have a valid California driver’s license. Spanish bilingual skills desirable but not required.

SALARY RANGES:

Librarian I - $59,904 to $74,880 annually

Librarian II - $62,920 to $78,582.40 annually

CLOSING DATE:

5:00 pm, Friday, May 25, 2018

HOW TO APPLY:  Please go to https://www.calopps.org/sonoma-county-library to apply. Applications must be submitted by the final filing date.

The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future positions as they occur during the active status of the list.

The Sonoma County Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Community 
Located 35 miles south of San Francisco and 14 miles north of San Jose, Palo Alto is a community of approximately 65,000, excluding Stanford. The City is known as the "Birthplace of Silicon Valley" and continues to be the creative innovation engine of Silicon Valley. It is home to more than 7,000 businesses employing more than 98,000 people. Complementing its exciting and innovative business community are Palo Alto's highly educated, politically aware, and culturally sophisticated citizens. An abundance of local pride and numerous neighborhood organizations contribute to Palo Alto's beautiful, historic, and desirable residential areas.

Department
The Planning and Community Environment Department consists of Transportation, Current Planning, Long Range Planning, Code Enforcement and Development Center Divisions and is responsible for a range of planning and implementation actions aimed at preserving and enhancing the quality of life in Palo Alto, ensuring wise transportation investments, and facilitating land use and development decisions through consistent and transparent processes. 

The Transportation Division operates with a staff of 12 (10 full time and two part time staff) and is responsible for transportation planning, transportation programs, and for the City's transportation infrastructure. The division 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 system.

Essential Duties

The Transportation Programs Manager (Manager Transportation Planning) manages a subset of the Transportation Division staff within the Planning and Community Environment Department. Specific programs, projects, and responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Bikeway projects, school commute programs, roadway improvements, transit operations, parking and transportation demand management (TDM) efforts, traffic operations, and minor construction projects related to transportation. 

The Transportation Programs Manager (Manager Transportation Planning) position plays a key role in both internal team development and operations, and the development of external relationships with other divisions and departments, representatives of the public, community and regulatory agencies, elected and appointed officials, and others. This position works with the Chief Transportation Official to ensure that Transportation Division staff perform responsible professional, financial, and administrative tasks as required by their specific job descriptions, and that the performance of the team aligns with the goals of the division. 

The Transportation Programs Manager (Manager Transportation Planning) must plan and assess operational goals and objectives related to one or more Transportation Division functions. This position represents the department and the City at large, and must be familiar with planning and transportation issues within the community and the region

 

Minimum Qualifications

Sufficient education, training and/or work experience to demonstrate possession of the following knowledge and skills, which would typically be acquired through:

• Bachelor's degree in transportation planning, transportation engineering, civil engineering, urban planning, architecture, or a related field. Master's degree is preferred.
• Five years of progressively responsible experience in municipal government including at minimum two years of supervisory experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.  

 POLICE OFFICER

The City of Mill Valley is seeking qualified individuals who are presently peace officers or who have completed or are currently enrolled in the P.O.S.T. police academy.

Police Officers perform general law enforcement, criminal investigations, crime prevention, patrol traffic, DUI enforcement and other public safety duties. Officers are rotated through long and short-term specialty assignments including motorcycle patrol, investigations, juvenile officer, and inter-agency SRT, allowing for variety of career development. Officers are assigned to rotational shifts of 3/12 and 4/12 work weeks, working nights, weekends and holidays. The Police Department is staffed with 21 sworn personnel, 2 Parking Enforcement Officers, a Community Service Officer, 3 civilian employees and a volunteer. Mill Valley Police Department enjoys broad community support.

The Community

Mill Valley, the third largest city in Marin County, is located 6 miles north of San Francisco at the foot of Mount Tamalpais. The population is 14,500 with another 16,000 within its sphere of influence. The city is primarily residential with an active commercial element supporting local needs. The cost of housing is high and is a factor applicants should consider.

The mountain and panoramic views of San Francisco create an awe-inspiring backdrop for thousands of hikers and mountain bikers who visit Mill Valley each year. They enjoy miles of fire roads and hiking trails both within the City limits and on adjacent Water District lands. Tourists visit the historic downtown on weekends and holidays, enjoying the numerous small specialty shops and fine restaurants, which comprise the majority of the downtown business.

As one of the largest providers of affordable housing in the Bay Area and a designated Moving To Work (MTW) agency, the award-winning Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is seeking talented individuals looking to make a difference in Silicon Valley. SCCHA is an independent local government agency that administers the federal Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program for approximately 19,000 households and manages more than 2,000 units of affordable housing in Santa Clara County.

If you are looking to help solve one of the most significant problems in the Bay Area and want to be part of a collaborative, innovative organization dedicated to building a better Silicon Valley, then apply today!

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