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Senior Planner

The City of Sausalito seeks a highly-motivated person who, under direction of the Community Development Director, administers specified planning activities including current planning, zoning and subdivision ordinance, advanced planning and the General Plan; complex professional planning activities, such as serving as project manager for complex development and land use applications. This is a lead position in the Community Development Department and will participate in advanced, multi-department initiatives. The Senior Planner also:

• Reviews applications for residential, commercial and other land use development; evaluates alternatives and conformance with City policies, ordinances, the General Plan and state and federal laws; prepares and presents staff reports to the Planning Commission and City Council regarding such applications;
• Serves as project manager for complex planning projects, including analyzing and evaluating site and architectural plans, performing technical review for project plans and applications and making recommendations;
• Manages consultant contacts including determining scope of work and budgets, tracking budgets and approving contract payments;
• Updates and creates long-range planning documents such as the City’s General Plan and other assigned plans; prepares modifications to specific General Plan elements;
• Serves as staff liaison for review boards, ad-hoc committees and elected officials, including providing technical advice and giving presentations;
• Confers with and provides information to property owners, contractors, developers, engineers architects and the public regarding conformance to standards, plans specifications and codes; explains codes, requirements and procedures and evaluates alternatives;
• Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service;
• Ability to deal with the public under stressful circumstances in a fair, calm and understanding way to obtain positive results;
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Position Description

The District has one regular, full-time opening for the position of Automotive Mechanic II in the Facilities & Watershed Division. Interested persons must submit a completed District application and Supplemental Questionnaire to the Human Resources Department no later than the filing deadline.

Definition

Under general supervision, performs service and repair work on a variety of District vehicles and gasoline and diesel-powered equipment; and to do related work as required.

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Distinguishing Characteristics

This is a journey-level position that requires a broad spectrum of experience in the diagnosis and repair of automotive vehicles and equipment. Incumbents in this class perform the full range of vehicle and equipment service and repair work from oil and lubricant changes, engine overhauls, tune-ups, smog checks, to the repair of mobile construction equipment and small gasoline powered equipment. Incumbents are expected to train workers, apply safety regulations to work assignments, and prepare and maintain written documents using a computer.

Examples of Duties

Typical duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Performs major overhauls on engines, transmissions, transfer cases and differentials for all types of District vehicles and equipment;

• keeps current of new technology and practices and maintain certifications as required;

• inspects, diagnoses and repairs automobiles, trucks and related equipment;

• adjusts and repairs brakes, alternators, starters and other automotive parts;

• diagnoses and repairs cooling system problems;

• performs motor tune-ups, replacing or repairing parts as necessary;

• provides road service, changing flat tires, hoses or other parts as needed;

• performs minor repairs to gas tanks, radiators and other parts;

• logs designated vehicle and equipment service and repairs into computer-based fleet maintenance system;

• monitors and maintains inventory and stock for auto parts, tools and equipment;

• maintains and repairs cranes and other heavy equipment;

• diagnoses, repairs, and overhauls hydraulic pumps, valves and cylinders;

• performs repairs to small equipment, including gas powered pumps, concrete and chain saws, paving equipment, and weed eaters;

• services, lubricates and changes oil on a variety of vehicles and equipment;

• washes and steams cleans vehicles;

• utilizes diagnostic programs and performs smog tests;

• follows applicable federal, state, local and District safety rules, regulations, policies and guidelines at the worksite to ensure the safety of others and the District’s vehicle fleet and equipment.

Filing Deadline: December 20, 2019

Monthly Salary: $9,684 to $12,879, plus benefits

The Chief Building Official plans, organizes, supervises and reviews the activities of the Building Inspection Division; participates in code interpretation, plan checking, issuance of permits, and field inspections; and performs the most technically complex tasks within the Division. The ideal candidate will possess strong supervisory skills to lead a team of experienced building professionals. He/she will be an individual who is trustworthy, approachable, honest, and ethical. A Chief Building Official who will create a teamwork-oriented environment that emphasizes cooperation, accountability and responsiveness is sought. Candidates who bring a positive and can-do attitude will succeed in this position.  The incoming Chief Building Official will have knowledge of building construction principles and practices, including detailed familiarity with carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and other building trades; safety and construction standards of the building construction industry; practices and procedures of contracting in the building construction industry; uniform; building, plumbing and mechanical, national electrical, and health and safety codes; and principles and practices of supervision.

Candidates must possess equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in architecture, structural engineering, civil engineering or a closely related field, five (5) years of experience similar to that of a Building Inspector with at least two years of supervisory experience, and Certification by the International Conference of Building Officials as a Combination Building Inspector.

If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please view the job announcement.  To apply, click here or contact Joel Bryden at Bob Murray & Associates (916) 784-9080. 

AC Transit is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Budget Manager. This position serves as the overall management of the district budget. Under general direction, plans, organizes, directs, and coordinates the activities of the Budget unit of the Finance department, including short- and long-range operating and capital budgets and coordinates District-wide budget activities with other departments. In addition to working with some of the best in the business at one of the largest bus agencies in California, AC Transit also has an excellent benefits package that includes pension, medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending and 457 savings plan.

REPRESENTATIVE FUNCTIONS:

• Plans, organizes, and directs Budget unit activities including the annual operating budget and long-range forecasting.
• Develops Key Performance Indicators (KPI's), policies and procedures for the Budget unit. Assigns, delegates, reviews, and evaluates the work of staff. Coordinates staff training, and implements progressive discipline as needed.
• Provides financial forecasting and economic analysis to District departments and Executive staff, including feasibility studies and cost analysis.
• Reviews District-wide budget performance throughout the fiscal year, extracts data from District's Peoplesoft enterprise business system, identifies variances, and recommends allocations or reductions.
• Uses District's Prophix budget planning and reporting system in creating budgets, reporting on financial information, and assisting departments in monitoring their financial performance, and manages development, use, and access of the system.
• Coordinates unit activities with those of other Finance department units, other District departments, and outside agencies and organizations.
• Assist the Department Director with Union negotiations.
• • Consults with Executive Staff on a continual basis to determine the financial impact of alternative financial decisions.Develops and implements actions and strategies to address economic fluctuations.
• Represents the Finance department, and the District in a variety of inter-agency, governmental, and public forums. Prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
• Reports to the Board of Directors as required.
• Administers the activities, and reviews the work of external consultants.
• Answers questions and provides financial and budget information to District Staff, and the public.
• May be required to temporarily act in the position of the Department Director and may be required to perform some or all of the senior staff member's essential functions in such situations.
• Evaluate budgeting procedures in order to develop and implement new processes and technologies to support the Budget unit's operational tasks.
• Work with staff on the evaluation, implementation and testing of business systems for the District.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Training: Minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in economics, finance, business administration, accounting, or a related field.

Experience: Equivalent to at least six (6) years of increasing responsibility in budget development and administration, including five (5) years of verifiable supervisory experience.

Desirable Qualifications: Experience with PeopleSoft, strong communication and analytical skills, detail oriented, experienced in Excel and navigating in systems to generate reports.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Physical Requirements: (1) Must maintain the physical condition necessary to perform tasks in an office setting and operate computers, keyboards, and other peripheral equipment. (2) Must possess the physical mobility necessary to transport oneself to various locations around the District.

THIS POSITION IS AN UNREPRESENTED AT-WILL POSITION

To apply, visit: https://apptrkr.com/1702672

The Selection Process: The Human Resources department must receive a completed online application by the filling date. If this recruitment is "Continuous," it may be closed at any time without notice. Applications will be screened for job-related qualifications, and those candidates who best meeting the qualifications listed on this Job Announcement will be invited to participate in an examination process that may include written, oral and/or performance segments. Current District employees must have satisfactory attendance and performance records. Finalists will be placed on an Eligibility List. When filling vacancies, the Human Resources Department will refer the top candidates to the hiring department for final screening and recommendation. Per Board Policy, selected candidates may require background checks performed on their criminal and/or financial records.

Benefits: All employees hired on or after January 1, 2016, may be in the District's Tier II pension plan covered by the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA). As such, he/she may be required to contribute 6% or more of annual income towards the cost of his/hers District pension.

ADA Compliant and Drug-Free Workplace: The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment/examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you have a need for an accommodation, please call Human Resources at (510) 891-4783.

The Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District has established the goal of a 100 percent drug and alcohol-free workplace. Applicants will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to employment and those in safety sensitive positions will be subject to further drug and alcohol testing through their period of employment, including random drug and alcohol testing.

Equal Opportunity Employer
 

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DEFINITION

Participate in the planning, implementation and evaluation of a broad range of maintenance-related operations and activities. Assist the Maintenance Services Director with staff reports, commission packets, contracts and representation of the Maintenance Department at various community-based meetings. Provide support to other maintenance staff.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction from the Maintenance Services Director. Exercises supervision over Maintenance Specialists, Maintenance Workers, administrative support staff and temporary workers.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Essential duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

· Research, prepare and/or present Maintenance Services-related subject matter to elected officials, Town staff and the community, as needed

· Provide administrative and technical support to the Maintenance Services Director.

· Serve as liaison to assigned community groups, committees, businesses and contractors.

· Represent the Town to the public and act on behalf of the Maintenance Services Director, as needed.

· Assist in providing leadership in the development, monitoring, and accomplishment of department goals, objectives, and performance measures in the areas of parks, buildings, roadsides, and streets.

· Respond to, and resolve, citizen inquires, and complaints related to division programs and activities.

· Prepare recommendations regarding operating and capital expenditures; monitor designated program budgets.

· Manage Capital Improvement Program projects and special tasks, as assigned; coordinate implementation of the 10-year Asset Replacement Program.

· Provide project management oversight for maintenance services-related projects, Capital Improvement Projects, and other related work initiated from the Maintenance Services Department, as needed.

· Develop, review and comment on designs and plans related to facility improvements and perform field inspections, as needed.

· Solicit bids from contractors and vendors; prepare purchase requisitions and complete documentation once goods and/or services are received.

· Implement safety programs as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

· Communication, team building, group facilitation, building and sustaining collaborative partnerships, public speaking, strategic thinking and leadership.

· Project management in maintenance-related areas as they pertain to parks, roadsides, streets, buildings, streetlights and equipment maintenance.

· Principles and techniques related to parks, roadsides, streets, streetlights, building and/or equipment maintenance, and safe work practices.

· Effective planning and creative problem-solving skills.

Ability to:

· Demonstrate strong administrative skills and familiarity with computers and other forms of current technology; must be able to effectively utilize Microsoft programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

· Demonstrate flexibility in working with division/department/Town staff on various tasks, programs and projects.

· Develop and maintain a strong sense of teamwork among the Maintenance Services staff in a professional, yet relaxed environment.

· Communicate effectively with community groups, committees, contractors, the public, and elected officials, as needed.

· Demonstrate personal leadership and inspire others to become leaders in the organization; assess and analyze community needs; supervise and motivate employees and volunteers.

· Manage fiscal, physical and human resources in a collaborative manner; and demonstrate competencies in oral and written communication skills.

· Work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as required.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

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

Experience:

Four (4) years of full-time professional experience in parks, roadsides, streets and/or building maintenance, including two (2) years supervising full-time and/or temporary workers.

Education:

Equivalent to completion of twelfth grade with additional coursework in supervision, horticulture and/or public works management preferred. A Bachelor’s degree preferred.

LICENSE(S) AND CERTIFICATION(S)

Possession of a valid Class C Driver’s License with a good driving record, or license in

another state with the ability to obtain a California license within 30 days of hire. First Aid and CPR Certification is required and may be obtained during the probationary period.

City Clerk

CITY CLERK

(Salary Range:  $6,803 - $9,700/month)

One Full-time Position in the Sausalito Administration Department

Application Deadline:  Friday, December 6, 2019 by 5:00 p.m.
Interviews to be Scheduled:  Friday, December 13, 2019

THE COMMUNITY AND CITY GOVERNMENT:  Sausalito is a beautiful, San Francisco Bayfront city of 7,226 residents within 2.2 square miles that serves a visitor population that may be several times the size of the year round population.  The blend of historical buildings, wooded hillsides, sweeping Bay and San Francisco views nestled against the Golden Gate National Recreation Area combine to make Sausalito a community of unparalleled charm and natural beauty.  Sausalito is a General Law City incorporated in 1893 and has a City Council/City Manager form of government.  The City provides a full range of services including Administration, Finance, Police, Public Works, Parks and Recreation, and Community Development.  The City Council and staff value positive relationships with the residents, businesses, visitors and outside agencies.

DEFINITION:  Under administrative direction, plans, organizes, manages, and provides administrative direction and oversight for all functions and activities of the Office of the City Clerk, including administration, election management, the legislative function, archiving of public records and public information, municipal code and filing officer services; coordinates assigned activities and works collegially with other City departments, officials, outside agencies, and the public; fosters  cooperative working relationships among City departments  and with  State and  Local intergovernmental and regulatory agencies and various public and private groups; provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the City Manager and the City Council; and performs related work as required.

Job Characteristics:  This is a single-position classification that is responsible for the administration and daily operations of the City Clerk’s Office functions and activities, including short- and long-term planning and development and administration of departmental policies, procedures, and services.  This class works closely with the City Manager and City Council in a variety of administrative, coordinative, analytical, and liaison capacities.  Successful performance of the work requires extensive knowledge of public policy, and municipal functions and activities, including the role of an elected City Council, and the ability to develop, oversee, and implement projects and programs in a variety of areas.  Responsibilities include coordinating the activities of the Office of the City Clerk with those of other departments and outside agencies and managing and overseeing the complex and varied functions of the department.  The incumbent is accountable for accomplishing departmental planning and operational goals and objectives and for furthering City goals and objectives within general policy guidelines.

Typical duties for the position include:  (Illustrative Only)

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Assumes full management responsibility for all programs, services, and activities of the Office of the City Clerk, including administration, providing information to the public, election management, and records management.
• Develops, directs, and coordinates the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the Office of the City Clerk.
• Assists in the development, administration, and oversight of the assigned budget; directs the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; directs the monitoring of and approves expenditures; directs and implements adjustments as necessary.
• Selects, trains, motivates, and directs assigned personnel; evaluates and reviews work for acceptability and conformance with appropriate standards, including program and project priorities and performance evaluations; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees on performance issues; implements discipline and termination procedures; responds to staff questions and concerns.
• Contributes to the overall quality of the Office’s service by developing, reviewing, and implementing  policies  and  procedures  to  meet  legal  requirements  and  the City’s needs;  continuously monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; assesses and monitors the distribution of work, support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities for improvement; directs the implementation of change.
• Coordinates Office of the City Clerk’s activities with those of other departments and outside agencies and organizations; provides staff assistance to the City Manager and City Council; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
• Plans, manages, and conducts municipal elections and special elections; ensures conformance with the California Elections Code, Political Reform Act, and other government codes; serves as filing officer for the Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) for campaign disclosure filings; maintains election documents for public inspection; administers and files oaths of office and advises candidates of the intricacies of running for public office.
• Oversees the operations of the City-wide records management program, document imaging system, and records preservation and destruction; sets and ensures legally compliant retention schedules for City records; develops and updates records retention policies and procedures; researches City documents, historical information, and other information as needed; attests, indexes, and files all legislative actions.
• Maintains custody of the City Seal, ensuring authentication of only approved documents.
• Serves as Public Records Coordinator; ensures compliance with the Public Records Act, the Freedom of Information Act, and the Brown Act; reviews and monitors legal requests for records; ensures that all public records are always open to inspection during office hours and that every person’s right to inspect any public record of the City is upheld.
• Serves as the Clerk of the City Council; attends meetings and oversees the recording of all official proceedings; prepares public notifications, agendas, minutes, and other documents; ensures the publication, filing, indexing, and safekeeping of all proceedings of the City Council.
• Administers the public hearing process for the City Council; supervises the coordination of public hearing  packets  and  public  notices  of  hearings  in  accordance  with  various  government  code requirements and legal deadlines.
• Serves as Filing Officer for the Political Reform Act.
• Manages the codification and distribution of revisions to the Municipal Code.
• Administers and manages a variety of functions in the Office of City Clerk including claims management, and processing of subpoenas.
• Relieves City Manager and City Council members of a variety of administrative details by assisting with administrative assignments including developing, composing, typing, editing, and proofreading a variety of complex documents; maintains calendars and makes meeting arrangements; schedules meetings between City Manager and City Council members and other groups or organizations.
• Represents the Office of the City Clerk to other City departments, elected officials, and outside agencies; explains and interprets departmental programs, policies, and activities.
• Attends and participates in professional group meetings and committees; stays abreast of new trends and innovations.
• Monitors  changes  in  laws,  regulations,  and  technology  that  may  affect  the Office of the City Clerk  operations; implements policy and procedural changes as required.
• Responds to difficult and sensitive public inquiries and complaints and assists with resolutions and alternative recommendations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
   

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must have working knowledge of:

• Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, implementation, and evaluation, and supervision of staff.
• Principles, practices, and procedures related to public agency record keeping, municipal elections, and the City Clerk function.
• Functions, authority, and responsibilities of a City Council.
• Automated and manual records management principles and practices, including legal requirements for recording, retention, and disclosure.
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, and organizational policies and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility, including Public Records Act, the Freedom of Information Act, and the Brown Act, FPPC procedures and regulations, and election laws and procedures.
• Record keeping principles and procedures.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and computer applications related to work.
• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.

Ability to:

• Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards, and internal controls for assigned program areas.
• Provide administrative and professional leadership and direction to the City Clerk’s Office and the City.
• Prepare and administer budgets; allocate limited resources in a cost-effective manner.
• Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the work of technical and administrative personnel; delegate authority and responsibility; select, train, motivate, and evaluate the work of staff.
• Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques.
• Coordinate municipal elections within legal guidelines.
• Oversee and coordinate maintenance of the official records of the City.
• Prepare official minutes, resolutions, ordinances, clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials.
• Conduct complex research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports.
• Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record keeping, and tracking systems.
• Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
• Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

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:

Education and Experience:

Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in pubic or business administration, or a related field, and five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in a City Clerk’s or Deputy City Clerk’s office, including three (3) years of experience providing administrative support to executive-level managers.

Licenses/Certifications Required:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver’s License by time of appointment.
• Possession of a Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) certification is highly desirable.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and to visit various City and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone.  This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in and walking between work areas may be required.  Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.  Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information.  Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds.

Application deadline – 5:00 p.m. on FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2019

Apply online at www.calopps.org/city-of-sausalito

For questions about job openings or any topic related to Human Resources, please contact

Susan S. Paterson, Human Resources Manager, at spaterson@sausalito.gov or (415) 289-4130.

The City of Sausalito is a drug free workplace.
E.O.E./A.D.A.

City of St. Helena, California

Employment Opportunity

Maintenance Worker I/II DOQ

Buildings & Streets

MWI $46,835 - $56,928 ($22.52 - $27.37 hourly)* plus benefits

 MWII $57,190 - $69,514 ($27.50 - $33.42 hourly)* plus benefits

*Note salary is under review with a Classification & Compensation Study

Distinguishing Characteristics:

Maintenance Worker I – Buildings & Streets

The Maintenance Worker I – Buildings & Streets is the entry level class in the Public Works Maintenance series that allows the incumbent to develop journey level knowledge and abilities. Initially, under immediate supervision, incumbents perform the more routine and less complex assignments within an established procedural framework where there are minimal consequences of error, including a wide variety of maintenance and construction tasks. This classification is alternatively staffed with Maintenance Worker II and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating a level of proficiency that meets the qualifications of the higher level class.

Maintenance Worker II – Buildings & Streets

The Maintenance Worker II – Buildings & Streets is the journey level class in the Public Works Maintenance series in which incumbents are expected to independently perform the full scope of assigned duties. Incumbents perform a full range of maintenance and construction tasks. Incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating a level of proficiency that meets the qualifications of the higher level class. This classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Lead Maintenance Worker, which is responsible for performing the more complex maintenance assignments and has lead responsibility duties.

Examples of Duties: (include but are not limited to the following)

Performs a variety of maintenance, repair, construction and installation work in streets and building and grounds maintenance. Performs street maintenance duties including breaking, removing, crack sealing, hydro patching, and repairing surfaces; rolls and irons asphalt. Assists in the installation and maintenance of City signs, road markings, striping, and delineators; paints street lines and crosswalks. Performs concrete sidewalk, curb, gutter, and ramp installation and repair; installs bricks and pavers; sweeps streets and sidewalks. Installs and maintains and repairs street lights. Performs skilled and semi-skilled work in building and facility maintenance including carpentry, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and painting; performs general cleaning of buildings, facilities, and grounds; repairs and installs electrical outlets, fixtures, switches, and wiring; performs interior and exterior painting and staining; stocks paper, supplies, and other supplies as needed; inspects facilities, elevators, and grounds for conditions needing repair and maintenance. Digs, shovels, hauls, loads and unloads materials. Conducts traffic control during maintenance and construction projects; sets up traffic control signs and direct and control traffic around work sites; communicates with the public during flagging duties. Operates a variety of hand and power tools including jack hammers, tampers, pavement breakers, and other hand and power tools; operates trucks, backhoes, rollers, street sweepers, aerial lifts, and other construction vehicles and equipment; maintains, repairs, and cleans assigned vehicles and equipment; inspects tools and equipment for safety and mechanical defects. Assists with City sponsored functions and special events; responds to afterhours callouts as assigned. Responds to questions and concerns from the general public; provides information as is appropriate and resolves public service complaints. Assists other Public Works maintenance units when required. Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies, City management and staff and the public.

Class specifications are only intended to present a descriptive summary of the range of duties and responsibilities associated with specified positions. Therefore, specifications may not include all duties performed by individuals within a classification. In addition, specifications are intended to outline the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the class and do not necessarily convey the qualifications of incumbents within the position.

Accounting Assistant II

$4,550 - $5,531 per month

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Friday, November 30, 2019

The City of San Rafael is recruiting for an Accounting Assistant II in the Finance Department.  Under general direction this position processes and maintains business licenses, deposits, parking citations, cash receipts, accounts payable, payroll and/or other related records according to standard accounting procedures. 

The Accounting Assistant II level position is the full working level with more independence while working within existing procedures.

NOTE:  The current vacancy is assigned accounts payable duties.

This position performs the following essential job duties:

• Processes and maintains accounts payable, business licenses, parking citations, cash receipts, deposits and other accounting records.
• Performs standard accounting procedures within prescribed guidelines.
• Computes, verifies, tracks and maintains financial records.
• Provides services and information to school districts, agencies and other organizations regarding accounting data.
• Audits, verifies and reconciles, requisitions, invoices, receipts, check payments, schedules, taxes and fees, deposits and other accounting documents and records.
• Assists in preparing reports and statistics.
• Prepares data and performs data entry of accounting information.
• Runs and verifies accuracy of reports and forms.
• Monitors computer generated, reports and related materials.
• Performs general clerical tasks, including typing, maintaining files, copying and answering the telephone.
• Performs related duties as required.

To be eligible for this position you must have knowledge of:

• Standard procedures and guidelines for assigned accounting tasks.
• Data entry and processing.
• Modern office practice and procedures.
• Department operations and policies.
• Correct English usage.
• Operation of office equipment and software.
• Telephone etiquette.
• Modern office equipment including PC and related software.

To be eligible for this position you must have the ability to:

• Perform data input quickly and accurately.
• Perform accounting tasks in accordance with established guidelines and procedures.
• Prepare and maintain records and files.
• Perform simple research, compiling data, preparing reports.
• Perform clerical work & administrative tasks.
• Key boarding at 40 WPM from clear copy.
• Establishing, maintaining effective relationships.
• Operating modern office equipment.
• Meeting schedules and time lines.
• Understanding and following oral and written directions.
• Answering telephones courteously and efficiently.
• Performing routine clerical duties.
• Operating personal computer software.

• High school diploma or GED (Associate’s degree preferred) AND
• Two (2) years related experience and/or training OR
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

LANGUAGE/MATHEMATICAL/REASONING SKILLS:

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to stand and walk.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.  Specific vision abilities include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in inside environmental conditions.  The employee frequently works with a video display terminal for prolonged period.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS: 

City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application.  The examination process may include the following application appraisal and oral board interview examination.  The passing point for the oral board examination final score will be 70%.   To file an application, go to:  www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.   Select “San Rafael” OR   Follow this link to apply for this position: https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-19941429

Reasonable Accommodation:  The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations in the exam process to accommodate disabled applicants.  If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (415) 485-3474 before the oral board date.

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