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To view the full announcement for this exciting opportunity, please visit the City of San José’s employment page by clicking on the link below.

Then click on the “Executive Opportunities” link.  Do NOT apply through CalOpps!

City of San José Employment Page

Internship Opportunity:

The City of Los Altos Recreation and Community Services Department has ongoing internship opportunities for current college students who have completed their coursework and are looking to fulfill their undergraduate program internship requirements to obtain a B.S. or B.A degree in Recreation, similar field or meet other personal career enhancement goals. Interns will work closely with one or more members of the Recreation Management Team and will have an opportunity to develop skills and practical on-the-job experience in a dynamic and diverse public service environment while promoting an understanding of local municipal government. The Recreation staff will work with each student to develop a successful and rewarding experience.

Description of Duties:

Under general supervision and guidance, the intern will plan, develop, and implement selected programs, services or projects. Examples of projects include assisting in the planning and coordination of community events, recreation programming, park and facility projects, policy updates and implementation, marketing, public engagement, research and analysis. This includes working with City staff, department Commissions, the public and community partners.

The intern will also aide in the production and distribution of program fliers, brochures and promotional materials as well as assist with recruiting and training efforts. The intern will gain experience in the agency’s methods for the development of policies, procedures, marketing, customer service, registration, community engagement, collaborations, planning, assessing, and budgeting, analysis, feasibility studies and program evaluations. Example programming areas include special interest classes, tiny tots, teens, seniors, youth and adult sports, camps, aquatics, facility rentals and special events. Example park projects include the development of a new Community Center, dog park, and a variety of other facility improvements. The intern will participate in department, community, commission and staff meetings.

Special Project:

Per guidelines provided by a specific academic curriculum, the intern will complete a minimum of one special project during the internship experience. The supervisor and intern will jointly determine the project and scope. The project should be mutually beneficial to the student as well as the City of Los Altos Recreation and Community Services Department.

Optional Camp Experience (Winter/Spring and Summer only):

• Winter/Spring Interns may assist in the planning of camp programs including summer programming, paperwork, administrative tasks, budget preparation, and other related items.
• Summer Interns may be directly involved with the camp program by: assisting with planning for the summer, participate in administrative team meetings, leading activities, and assisting with day to day operations. They will also assist the Camp Coordinator with administrative aspects of camp; which may include assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating camp programs. For summer interns, camp duties may be in addition to the other duties listed above.

Job Requirements:

• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License
• Interest in local government
• Work effectively, both supervised and unsupervised
• Work cooperatively and have good communication with staff, participants, parents, City professionals and other groups affiliated with City programs
• Good organizational skills
• Completion of assigned tasks
• Ability to plan, develop and implement programs
• Summer and Winter/Spring Interns Only: Additional tasks related to Camp programs
• Proficient in Excel and Word
• Detail oriented
• Great communication skills
• Able to problem solve effectively
• Excellent customer service

Benefits of The Intern Experience:

• Competitive hourly pay rate
• Flexible work schedules
• Field of study work exposure
• Provide meaningful and practical experience for the intern under supervisor/coordinator, including periodic evaluation and feedback.
• Provide a professional experience that fulfills the education requirements of the University while working with the students College internship advisor.
• Academic and professional growth
• Enriching on-the-job experience
• Professional networking opportunities
• Mentoring opportunities
• Resume enhancement
• Academic credit (in some cases)
• Provide an opportunity for the student to relate to, learn from, and interact with a recreation professional.
• Provide an opportunity for the intern to experience all aspects of community-based Recreation from administrative to implementation.
• Provide opportunities to develop direct leadership and supervisory skills.
• Prepare the student for an entry-level position in the field of Recreation.

Qualifications of Recreation Intern:

• Current college student, recent college graduate, or graduate student.
• Majoring in the field of Recreation, Therapeutic Recreation, Public Administration, Kinesiology, or related field.
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions.
• Ability to instruct and lead individuals or groups in a variety of recreation programs and settings.
• Have knowledge of how to use basic computer programs and use of office machines, such as fax, copier, plotter, etc.
• Basic core knowledge of different techniques for a variety of recreation activities and programs.
• Ability to assist in the operation and control of recreation activities.
• Ability to use assessments to develop individual plans and document progress of participants.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, participants and the public.
• Ability to take initiative in asking questions, performing tasks in leadership and supervision of participants.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS:

The recruitment will remain open until the position is filled. Prior to hire, candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, including a livescan background investigation. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose a conviction will result in disqualification or termination.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Los Altos is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of a person’s race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age or sexual orientation. Candidates with a disability, which may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process, should advise the City of Los Altos upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose’s website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers.   

The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience.  In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Chemist classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay.   

The City is seeking dynamic and committed individuals to perform professional and technical work of moderate difficulty involving the qualitative and quantitative chemical, biological and physical analyses of water, wastewater, industrial waste and related materials.  The Environmental Services Department (ESD) is recruiting for Chemist vacancies at the Watershed Protection Division. 

The Watershed Protection Division provides services that support the City's efforts to protect water quality in local creeks and in the Bay. Key functions of the division include Environmental Enforcement, Pollution Prevention, Stormwater Management, and Laboratory Services. The Chemist position is part of the Laboratory Services work group in the Watershed Protection Division. Chemists provide leadership, direction, supervision, and training of Laboratory Technicians and may be assigned tasks in the development of analytical methodologies, applied research, specific projects or related work as required.  

Key responsibilities of the Chemist include but are not limited to: 

• Develops, implements, directs, and reviews analytical methodologies for instrumental and wet chemical analysis on water, wastewater, industrial waste and related samples.  
• Monitors, evaluates, and recommends solutions for laboratory analytical and sampling problems related to facility operations, pretreatment source control and revenue programs, and SBWR (South Bay Water Recycling) monitoring.  
• Performs complicated and research related biological, chemical and physical analyses of water, wastewater, industrial waste and related samples.  
• Evaluates, determines, and implements sampling programs and procedures; quality assurance/quality control program tenets; and recommends methods and procedures for implementation into normal laboratory operations.  
• Supervises, directs, and reviews the daily work activities within the laboratory including the instruction and training of laboratory personnel, preparation and modification of daily work schedules, assignment of duties to laboratory technicians, laboratory safety, and the maintenance of laboratory supply inventories.  
• Reviews, validates and reports laboratory analytical data using LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System). Reconcile discrepancies and incorporate corrections as required.  
• Assists with the organization, analysis, and summary of information from industry, government agencies and the public, which may include hearings, workshops, seminars, etc.  
• Compiles records and manages laboratory data and records; provides organization of record keeping and data retrieval; supervises clerical and other personnel as directed; prepares written and verbal reports as requested.  
• Reviews, analyzes and implements requirements for laboratory safety, chemical storage facilities, hazardous materials inventory statements and hazardous material management and communication plans. Knowledge and understanding of the laboratory’s Chemical Hygiene Plan (CHP).  
• Incorporates and maintains required laboratory quality control, quality assurance (QA/QC), and Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs) protocols in all laboratory work.  
• Must possess physical characteristics to perform critical and important duties of the job. 
• Must be willing to work weekends, holidays and overtime as needed. 

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.  

Competencies 

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history.  Desirable competencies for this position include: 

Job Expertise - demonstrates knowledge of and experience with instrumental analytical methods and their application to environmental analyses; knowledge of laboratory safety; knowledge of and experience with quality assurance/control tenets and procedures; knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations relevant to analytical methods and water quality programs; knowledge and skills in experimental design procedures and analytical methods development; knowledge and experience in using computer applications or data management systems used in a laboratory environment; and knowledge of the California laboratory accreditation and audit processes. 

Analytical Thinking - approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; identifies a set of features, parameters, or considerations to take into account, collects and analyzes data, makes inferences about the meaning of the data; uses logic and intuition to arrive at conclusions and recommendations.  

Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.  

Innovation - is receptive to new ideas and adapts to new situations; seeks out opportunities to improve, streamline and reinvent work processes; explores numerous potential solutions and evaluates each before accepting any; develops new methods or approaches and adapts best practices and processes to the work unit.  

Computer Skills - experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: LIMS, MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel.   

Communication Skills - communicates and listens effectively and responds in a timely, effective, positive and respectful manner; written reports and correspondence are accurate, complete, well organized, concise, clear, and in proper grammatical form.  

Assistant or Associate Engineer

Open to all interested persons

Salary: Assistant  Engineer-$8,422 -$10,200 per month

Salary: Associate Engineer-$9,735 -$11,759 per month

Filing deadline: Monday, November 16, 2020 by 4:30 p.m. for manual submissions; 5:00 p.m. for online submissions

Position Description

There is one open, full-time position for either an Assistant Engineer or an Associate Engineer in the Design & Construction Section of the Environmental & Engineering Services Division. At the Assistant Engineer level, incumbents perform professional engineering work directly and indirectly related to the planning, design, construction, operation and maintenance of water system facilities.  At the Associate Engineer level, incumbents plan, schedule, supervise and perform difficult professional and technical engineering work in the areas of planning, design, construction, and operations of the water system and conducts studies, analyzes data and prepares reports on a wide variety of District operations. This position will be staffed at a level commensurate with the qualifications of the selected individual.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Assistant Engineer - This class is distinguished from the class of Junior Engineer by the assignment of more responsible professional tasks and the relatively greater degree of independence with which such tasks are performed.  In addition, an incumbent of this class may be assigned to oversee a portion of the daily operation of the engineering office serving as the initial contact for the general public, vendors, private engineers, architects and developers.

Associate Engineer - This is the fully-qualified working level in the professional engineering series.  Individuals in this class are usually project managers or have major responsibilities for system planning, design and construction, system operation and protection depending on assignment.  Positions in this class are assigned complex engineering projects involving responsibility for the timely completion and sound financial management of such projects, often involving supervision of other engineering personnel and coordination with personnel and resources from other divisions throughout the District and outside entities.

Examples of Duties

Assistant Engineer:

• Performs professional engineering work related to the preparation of plans and specifications for pipelines, pump stations, tanks, water treatment system planning, and other water system facilities;
• directs the inspection of and may inspect contract construction for compliance with approved plans and specifications;
• prepares economic and engineering studies;
• assists in the long range planning of pipelines, pump stations, tanks, water treatment, and other water system facilities;
• may serve as project engineer on construction projects;
• may analyze and work with developers on pipeline extension requirements;
• gathers, compiles and analyzes engineering and statistical data;
• may prepare operational manuals and recommend procedures;
• may prepare or assist in the preparation of employee performance evaluations;
• interprets and applies safety rules and regulations to work assignments.

Associate Engineer:

• Directs or performs the preparation of planning reports, project schedules, designs, construction plans, cost estimates, specifications and bidding documents for a variety of District projects;
• conducts research and prepares reports on long-range projects to assure successful operation of, water supply, transmission and distribution facilities;
• may analyze the water system to determine what projects and operational procedures are necessary to improve water distribution and water quality;
• manages construction contracts including directing contractors;
• monitors progress on construction projects;
• directs, or may perform, inspections of construction projects;
• may prepare or assist in the preparation of grant applications for State and Federal funding;
• prepares Requests for Proposals for consultants and administers consultants' work on projects;
• may provide technical information to engineering officials of other governmental jurisdictions, District staff and the public, and coordinates with same;
• keeps abreast of new technological developments through contact with vendors and suppliers;
• orders supplies, materials and equipment when necessary;
• prepares engineering reports and processes progress payments for construction work;
• may administer and manage corrosion protection programs;
• coordinates project development with other participating disciplines;
• calculates and monitors project costs;
• may train and evaluate the work of subordinates;
• ensures that safe working conditions are maintained.

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Date Posted:           October 23, 2020

Classification:         BENEFITS ANALYST
                                  Open and Promotional recruitment

Work Schedule:      8 hours per day (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM);
                                  5 days per week (Monday – Friday);
                                12 months per year
 

Salary Range:         Step A               Step B               Step C               Step D               Step E
(monthly)              starting               6 mos             18 mos              30 mos             42 mos
                                $7,657               $8,038              $8,442               $8,863              $9,306

Benefits:  Total Compensation Package:  Placement on salary schedule.  If a medical plan is selected, the employee will receive a contribution of $1,075.00/month toward the selected medical plan (through CalPERS), Delta Dental, and Life Insurance.  The employee pays the balance of their health premiums from their gross earnings on a pre-tax basis.  If a medical plan is not selected, employees will receive a contribution of $300.00/month toward single coverage for Delta Dental, and Life Insurance.  A vision plan (VSP) is also available.  Employees pay the worker contribution to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

Current Vacancy:    Office of the Superintendent;
                                  Human Resources/Teacher & Administrator Development Department;
                                  101 Twin Dolphin Drive; Redwood City, CA  94065

Application Deadline:          Monday, November 9, 2020     (application and supplemental application must be received online, or in the Personnel Office by 4:00PM)

Job Summary:  Under the direction of the Associate Superintendent, Human Resources/Teacher & Administrator Development, organize and direct the operations and activities related to organizational employee benefits programs including enrollment, data collection, record-keeping, accounting, workers’ compensation claims processing and fund disbursement activities; provide consultation to personnel concerning employee benefits information, insurance plans, options, guidelines and procedures; train and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.

Essential Job Functions:             

• Organize and direct the operations and activities related to organizational employee benefits programs including enrollment, data collection, record-keeping, accounting, workers’ compensation claims processing and fund disbursement activities; provide eligible employees, domestic partners, retirees and surviving spouses with benefits; assure compliance with related laws, regulations, policies and procedures
• Provide consultation and technical expertise to personnel concerning employee benefits information, insurance plans, enrollment options, eligibility, coverage and claims; respond to inquiries, resolve issues and conflicts and provide technical information concerning related policies, procedures, guidelines, rules and regulations; coordinate and conduct fairs, vendor workshops and meetings as required
• Organize, direct and participate in enrollment activities; assist employees with completing enrollment forms; process and evaluate enrollment forms according to established procedures; oversee flexible spending account enrollments
• Troubleshoot and resolve employee issues and concerns regarding benefits; research information as necessary; prepare and distribute correspondence to employees, retirees and plan participants concerning employee benefit plans, policies, procedures and related information; provide employees with related informational materials; refer staff to outside resources as appropriate
• Prepare contracts and contract changes for certificated staff; provide orientations for certificated staff
• Supervise and participate in the inputting of employee, benefits and a variety of other data into an assigned computer system; maintain automated employee records and files; generate computerized reports as requested; assure accuracy of input and output data
• Serve as a liaison between personnel, payroll staff, insurance brokers and benefit plan administrators; collaborate with staff, brokers, providers and others to assure accurate and timely delivery of employee benefits to employees; review renewal contracts and resolve discrepancies with brokers
• Participate in a variety of activities involved in providing COBRA benefits for eligible employees; coordinate retirement, medical, dental and vision benefits for early retirees; prepare and process retirement forms and related benefits
• Organize, direct and participate in the processing and investigation of insurance claims; advise employees of policy provisions and claims procedures; monitor time off and modified duty days due to worker’s compensation; prepare required documentation and determine claim eligibility; resolve claims issues as needed; process, evaluate and assure proper administration of Workers’ Compensation claims as assigned; coordinate the return-to-work program
• Lead and participate in the preparation and maintenance of a variety of records and reports related to employee information, benefits, rates, retirements, terminations, insurance plans, contracts, dependents and other assigned duties; update forms as needed; establish and maintain filing systems
• Communicate with personnel, insurance providers, brokers and various other outside agencies to exchange information, coordinate activities and resolve issues or concerns
• Order, receive and maintain inventory of benefits materials
• Operate a variety of office equipment including a calculator, copier, fax machine, computer and assigned software

Qualifications:  Any combination of education and experience providing the job knowledge, skills, and ability for successful job performance will be considered for positions in this classification.  Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

EDUCATION:  Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration or a related field

EXPERIENCE:  Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience working with employee benefit programs

Specialized Skills and Knowledge:     

• Knowledge of organization and direction of the operations and activities related to organizational employee benefits programs including enrollment, data collection, record-keeping, accounting, workers’ compensation claims processing and fund disbursement activities
• Ability to organize and direct the operations and activities related to organizational employee benefits programs including enrollment, data collection, record-keeping, accounting, claims processing and fund disbursement activities
• Ability to provide consultation and technical expertise to personnel concerning employee benefits information, insurance plans, options, guidelines and procedures
• Ability to process, evaluate and assist employees with the completion of enrollment forms
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve employee issues and concerns regarding benefits
• Knowledge of methods, practices, terminology and procedures used in benefits administration
• Knowledge of payroll practices, procedures and terminology
• Knowledge of employee benefit packages and insurance programs
• Knowledge of employee benefits enrollment practices and procedures
• Knowledge of summary plan descriptions, vendor contracts and related forms
• Knowledge of processing and evaluation of various insurance claims
• Ability to meet schedules and time lines
• Knowledge of Federal and State COBRA laws, rules and regulations
• Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures
• Ability to interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Knowledge of collective bargaining agreements and procedures
• Knowledge of policies and objectives of assigned programs and activities
• Knowledge of interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working and cooperative relationships with others
• Knowledge of record-keeping and report preparation techniques
• Ability to prepare and maintain permanent employee benefits records and files
• Ability to update records and notify personnel with changes in employment status
• Ability to prepare and maintain a variety of records and reports
• Knowledge of oral and written communications skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary
• Knowledge of operation of a computer and assigned software
• Ability to operate standard office equipment including a computer and assigned software
• Knowledge of mathematical computations
• Ability to make arithmetic calculations quickly and accurately
• Ability to plan and organize work

Physical Requirements:  Applicants must possess the physical abilities outlined below with or without accommodation.  San Mateo County Office of Education will consider reasonable accommodation requests.

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone
• Seeing to read a variety of materials
• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time
• Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materials

Examination Process:  The examination process for this classification will consist of:

1.  Supplemental questionnaire (required, submitted with application)
2.  A written examination (anticipated date- November 19, 2020)
3.  An oral board examination (anticipated date- December 01, 2020)

Responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire will be scored, and must be completed for the application to be considered.

Selection Procedures:           

All work experience, education, training, and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline.  Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications. APPLICATIONS COMPLETED IMPROPERLY MAY BE CAUSE FOR INELIGIBILITY, DISQUALIFICATION OR MAY LEAD TO LOWER SCORES.  It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure all attachments have been received by the analyst after submission and prior to the expiration of the deadline date and time.  Applicants will not be contacted about missing documentation or attachments.

Applicants will only be contacted by email about this position during each phase of the recruitment; therefore, it is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that their registered email address is accurate and kept up-to-date and to check spam filter and junk email for updates for this recruitment. 

Applicants will need to pass each part of the examination process as outlined above to move forward through this recruitment.

Examination procedures subject to change as deemed necessary by the Executive Director, Personnel Commission Services.

Candidates who pass all of the examination processes are ranked on an eligibility list according to their score(s).  Selection for positions will be made from among the top three ranks of candidates.  The job eligibility list will be active for one (1) year unless it is abolished because of an insufficient number of available candidates.

Internal (Promotional) candidates must score 80% or higher on each examination in order to be placed on the Promotional List.

This position is located in Redwood City, California.  Due to COVID-19, there are some protocols for safety and social distancing that have been established at the San Mateo County Office of Education.  Therefore, you will be expected to work from this location.

Please also note that we are a public agency.  If you are offered and accept this position, we will not cover any costs for relocation or reimbursement for travel expenses for employment.

Personnel Commission

101 Twin Dolphin Drive

Redwood City, CA  94065

650-802-5300

classifiedjobs@smcoe.org

https://www.smcoe.org/about/personnel-commission/

Proof of citizenship or legal status will be required upon offer of employment.

San Mateo County Office of Education provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons.  The recruitment, testing, and hiring of all personnel will be without regard to race, ancestry, national origin, age, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marriage status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, or veteran status.

Position and Duties:

The City Council has a Digital Inclusion and Broadband Strategy that seeks to accelerate the deployment of wired and wireless broadband for all people while making it more inclusive for the digitally underserved (the digital divide). Executing this strategy requires negotiating value exchange relationships with telecom providers, overseeing the creation, adoption, and execution of balanced broadband friendly policies, working collaboratively with the community on the aesthetics and other community concerns associated with broadband deployment, and setting the vision, strategy, and priorities for the Small Cell Team in the Department of Public Works, and the Macro Site Team in the Planning, Building, and Code Enforcement Department that executes the Permit to Inspect processes for the City.

The Broadband Manager reports directly to the Director of Civic Innovation and works closely with the Deputy City Manager responsible for 21st Century Infrastructure.

The Broadband Manager directly influences over $1B in private sector investments into the City of San José over the next seven years. This private sector investment creates thousands of jobs, dramatically increases regional GDP, delivers hundreds of millions of dollars of Smart City capability, and delivers tens of millions of economic opportunities for the digitally underserved.

The Broadband Manager requires a broad set of skills including strategic thinking, negotiation, telecommunications experience, public policy, team leadership, and public collaboration.  They will negotiate value exchange agreements to generate the demand for broadband deployments and ensure City’s departments fulfill that demand by permitting communications facilities including macro site, small cells, and underground fiber optics.  This role requires collaboration with various City departments including, but not limited to the City Manager’s Office of Administration, Policy, and Intergovernmental Relations; City Manager’s Budget Office; Mayor’s Office; Information Technology; Planning, Building and Code Enforcement; Public Works; and Transportation. The Broadband Manager will also work closely with innovative technology companies to evaluate ways to accelerate broadband deployment, including Smart City technology within the new context of COVID-19 public health, and the shelter-in-place dynamics that highlight the value of digital inclusion. Collaboration with public interest groups, community organizations, and other stakeholders will also be required to ensure public adoption of broadband deployment, especially the deployment of small cells on street lights. Finally, the Broadband Manager will work closely with the City’s Library Department and external stakeholders to ensure progress of social justice for the digitally underserved people in San José.

The Broadband Manager responsibilities include the following:

• Negotiate value trading agreements with broadband providers that promote economic development, digital inclusion, and support for Smart Cities.

• Direct the development of balanced broadband friendly policies.

• Direct the City departments involved with broadband deployment.

• Collaborate with external stakeholders on community concerns with broadband deployments.

• Measure compliance with agreement terms and conditions.

• Evaluate new technologies and approaches to accelerate broadband.

• Report progress to City Council and external stakeholders.

• Advise on federal, state, and local regulations including rulings from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and recent court decisions.

• Advise on proposed telecommunications resiliency standards for broadband deployments from and emergency operations perspective such as the CPUC Wireless Resiliency Strategy and the City of San José Power Vulnerability Plan.

• Supervise and manage the Small Cell Permitting Project Manager.

• Manage the Digital Inclusion Program in relation to public-private partnership contract requirements and in relation to City and community stakeholders to advance digital inclusion.

This is a permanent position in the City Manager’s Office.

Applications are being accepted for the position of Financial Analyst II with the City of South San Francisco. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  NOVEMBER 8, 2020 AT 11:59 P.M. OR UPON RECEIPT OF THE FIRST 50 ONLINE APPLICATIONS, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.

THE CITY OFFERS AN ATTRACTIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE, AS WELL AS CALPERS RETIREMENT PLAN AND SOCIAL SECURITY PARTICIPATION.

The City of South San Francisco is a General Law city with a population of 68,000 residents that grows to 110,000 during business hours. South San Francisco is strategically located on the west shore of the San Francisco Bay, in northern San Mateo County, 10 miles south of San Francisco. This City is also located along the Bay Area's main transportation routes, included 101, 280, Caltrain, BART, San Francisco Bay Ferry, and the San Francisco International Airport.

The City of South San Francisco is a full-service city with 12 City Departments including Police; Fire; Parks and Recreation; Public Works; Economic and Community Development; City Attorney; Library; Finance; Information Technology; Human Resources; City Clerk; and Office of the City Manager.  The City has a Council-City Manager form of government with more than 460 full-time regular employees.

The City of South San Francisco proudly remains The Industrial City, a reflection of its steel mill and ship building past.  In recent years, the City has been redefined to reflect the innovative, entrepreneurial and industrious spirit, which has made South San Francisco the Biotech Capital of the World.

South San Francisco’s biotechnology cluster is the largest in the world, with roughly 45,000 life science workers, 200 biotech companies, and over 12 million square feet of office/R&D facilities – with an additional 9 million square feet of new R&D facilities in the development pipeline. 

South San Francisco enjoys a high quality of life with an extensive public parks system, active library and learning programming and a dynamic, engaged community making South San Francisco a great place to live, learn, work and play. 

THE DEPARTMENT

The Finance Department provides critical financial services citywide, setting the policy controls over the use of City funds. It leads the fiscal accountability efforts and ensures the responsible and legal use of City funds through thoughtful appropriations and implementation and management of policies and procedures. It is responsible for numerous vital City services, including maintaining the City’s accounting system, managing payroll and purchasing procedures, issuing business licenses, managing parking districts, and collecting occupancy taxes and other City fees. Other services include financial planning and analysis, risk mitigation and strategic consulting.

The City’s total adopted appropriated budget for FY2020-21, excluding transfers between funds, totals $192.8 million. With a staff of 14.5 FTEs, the Finance Department is a strategic business partner to every City department and central to City operations. 

The City of Redwood City invites you to apply for the position of Assistant Community Development & Transportation Director. 

• Please click on the job announcement file below to review the recruitment flyer.

• A complete application is required, including a professional resume and cover letter.

• Submit your application online via CalOpps by 11:59 pm on November, 22, 2020.

• Applications will be reviewed continuously as they are received.

Why join the Redwood City team?    

Diverse. Goal-Oriented. Vibrant. Flexible. These would all be associated with your work in our dynamic community and on our high-performing team. We offer a wide range of meaningful career opportunities with potential for growth, training and development, competitive salaries, flexible work schedules, paid time off, and robust benefits. The Redwood City team is guided by the core values of excellence, integrity, service and creativity.  Inherent in these values is a great organizational culture based on trust, strong and supportive leadership, respect, risk-taking, empowerment, and effective communication. The community is known for its inclusivity, strong engaged neighborhoods, and civic pride. The City works diligently to maintain positive and productive relationships with community partners, together providing outstanding services, programs and opportunities for residents and businesses. This mix of tradition and progress, community and diversity, makes Redwood City an extraordinary place to work and call home. If you’re looking to grow your career as a part of a hard-working and fun Community Development team that fosters innovation, creativity and collaboration, we hope you’ll apply.  

THE POSITION

The City of Dublin is seeking to fill one full-time Office Assistant II position available in the Police Services Department to assist the existing staff currently assigned to the Police Services Records Section. In addition, the City wishes to create an eligibility list for Office Assistant II for positions that may become available throughout the year.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform a wide variety of routine clerical work including data entry of citations into the Records Management system, filing and scanning documents, sorting and distributing incoming mail and sending facsimile requests
• Type, proofread and process a variety of documents including general correspondence, agendas, memos, and statistical charts from rough draft or verbal instruction
• Act as a receptionist, provide assistance on the phone and at the counter to the general public regarding various procedures such as release of reports, impounded vehicles/releases, processing of administrative reviews and filing of police reports; refer inquiries as appropriate
• Process permits and licenses, collect and process fees and charges
• Schedule appointments as assigned
• Sort and file documents and records, maintain alphabetical, index, and cross-reference files
• Process reports to be submitted to the District Attorney’s office for review which includes printing, copying, collating and bundling of packets consistent with departmental guidelines
• Maintain a variety of statistical records, check and tabulate statistical data, prepare routine statistical reports
• Operate standard office equipment including printer, copier and facsimile machine
• Receive, sort, process and distribute incoming and outgoing mail, send facsimile requests
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service
• Perform related duties as assigned