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The Department: 

The Community Development Department strives to enhance the community’s safety, welfare, quality of life, and economic opportunities by providing advanced planning, development review, permitting and inspection services, as well as administration of programs related to affordable housing. 

The Community Development Department consists of three divisions: Planning, Building, and Housing and Community Services. The Department guides the ongoing physical development of the community, which includes long range land use planning, review of new development proposals and construction to ensure that it conforms to the standards of the City and State and ensures the provision of affordable housing with the City of Santa Clara. The delivery of high-quality professional services, including the enhancement and streamlining of the development permit process, and forging partnerships to provide housing services to lower income members of the community, are primary objectives of the Department. The Department acts as an advisor to the City’s decision-makers in these areas and carries out the policies of the City Council. 

The Department demands for quality communications continues to increase, especially as the list of high visibility development projects grows in Santa Clara. The department is seeking a dedicated Communications Coordinator to handle outreach and engagement efforts and be a liaison to the City’s Communications Team.

The Position: 

The incumbent provides high-level public information and community outreach services that require in-depth knowledge of public sector communications, website content and graphic design, and experience in managing and implementing creative and innovative promotions and projects.

This role is essential to centralizing the department’s communication efforts and ensuring that both internal and public-facing messages are strategic, consistent, and impactful.
 
The Communications Coordinator will be housed in the Technology and Communications Team and will be supervised by the Assistant Director. The Communications Coordinator will work across all divisions and will not only help streamline communications related to key initiatives and projects but also serve as an internal consultant, helping staff develop clear, effective messaging across all channels. This will enable the department to better meet increasing demands from the City Manager’s Office for improved web content, newsletters, and outreach efforts, while also promoting the department’s key initiatives and projects to a broader audience.

Under general direction, the Communications Coordinator coordinates and maintains content on the Department's website and intranet; implements and supports internal and external communication efforts; and coordinates social media and video communication activities. Incumbents may function as a supervisor, or an individual contributor, depending on the department or assignment.

Additional Information: 

Applications must be filled out completely (e.g. do not write “see resume, NA, or personnel file.”). To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a 1) Cover Letter and 2) Resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Application packets may be submitted online through the “Apply Now” feature on the job announcement at www.santaclaraca.gov. Applications must be submitted by the filing deadline of June 2, 2026 at 4:00 PM. 

THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS OR DEPARTMENTS BESIDES THE POSITIONS LISTED ABOVE.  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.MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS.  ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW. APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR POSITIONS ADHERING TO ALL APPLICABLE CITY POLICIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO CMD 033- EMPLOYMENT OF RELATIVES.

The annual salary range for this position is $113,920.32 – $145,705.32. This position may be filled at or near the minimum of the salary range. 

Minimum Qualifications:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum Education Requirements: 

A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with a degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Advertising, Marketing, Public Relations, or closely related field.

Minimum Experience Requirements: 

None.

Acceptable Substitution: 

Additional full time professional experience in public relations, public information, or other related experience may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis up to two years with one year full time experience being equal to 30 semester (45 quarter) units of college.

Desirable Qualifications: 

• Experience working in the public sector communications, press releases, social media platforms, website and graphic design, and analytics research is desirable.

• Experience in managing and implementing creative promotions and projects is desirable.

Other Requirements:  

• May be required to work odd and unusual hours in the performance of duties and during emergency situations.

• Must be able to perform all of the essential functions of the job assignment.

Follow this link to view the entire Class Specification, which includes more information on Typical Duties and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities.

Candidates must attain a passing score on each phase of the examination process to qualify for the Eligible List. A department interview may be required prior to appointment.

Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application. 

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS: This position qualifies for Veteran’s Preference Points.  Applicants who have separated from service (Active Duty Status) must submit proof of honorable discharge (Form DD214) with their application at time of filing or will be ineligible to have points added to their final score.

The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 615-2080 or HumanResources@santaclaraca.gov. 

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The City of Dixon is excited to announce the recruitment for the position of Transit Supervisor in the Transit Department. This individual will be responsible for planning, organizing, and coordinating transportation operations if the City's transportation programs; coordinating with other governmental and transit agencies regarding intercity and intracity transportation programs; providing supervision to transit staff; and performing a variety of technical level tasks related to their assigned area of responsibility.

Selection Procedure:

All applicants should apply online, complete the supplemental questionnaire and submit required document(s).

Exam Process: 

A limited number of candidates whose applications demonstrate that they are among the best qualified based on related education, training, and experience will be invited to participate in the selection process. This may include one or more assessment components such as a written exam and/or performance exercise, and an oral board interview. NOTE: The examination process is subject to change as deemed necessary.

Employment Processing:

Those selected may be subject to DOJ Livescan (fingerprint) clearance, drug screen, and a background investigation.  All appointees are required to successfully complete a 12-month probationary period, and in accordance with Federal law, are to provide proof of identity and proof that they may legally work in the United States.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE POINTS will be applied. A copy of the DD214 form must be filed at the time of application.

The City of Dixon is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Reasonable Accommodation in the application, examination and selection process will be made upon request by calling 707-678-7000. 

Do not reply to emails from CalOpps during the recruitment process as this correspondence does not come back to our agency.

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Overview:

The Information Systems Analyst III (ISA III) is a journey-level technical professional responsible for leading the design, development, implementation, and ongoing support of complex enterprise information systems. This role is essential in delivering reliable, secure, and efficient technology solutions that support core business operations, including enterprise applications, IT infrastructure services, and internal business processes.

The ISA III translates business requirements into technical solutions, troubleshoots and resolves complex system issues, and collaborates with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver scalable and secure technology capabilities. This position may also serve as a technical lead and/or project manager on high-impact initiatives, including system implementations, automation, application and infrastructure management, enterprise platforms (including AI), and modernization of legacy systems.

Our Commitment: 
We are committed to building and sustaining a working environment where all individuals are respected and valued. We believe every member of our team brings unique perspectives that enhance our ability to serve the public effectively. By fostering a workplace with employees from the communities we serve, we broaden our collective understanding of the world around us and strengthen our mission to equitably provide safe, clean water, natural flood protections, and environmental stewardship.

About Valley Water:
Valley Water is a public agency with an operating and capital budget of $964 million, and over 900 employees. With headquarters in San José, Valley Water provides water supply, enhances streams and watersheds through creek restoration and habitat protection, provides flood protection for homes, schools, businesses and roadways, and partners with other agencies to provide trails and open space for the community.

 

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead the design, development, implementation, and ongoing support of complex enterprise systems, applications, and databases.
• Serve as a technical lead and/or project manager on enterprise IT initiatives, including system implementations and modernization efforts.
• Partner with stakeholders and subject matter experts to define business processes and application requirements, and deliver innovative, cost-effective technology solutions.
• Collaborate with appropriate teams to determine optimal hosting strategies, and guide workload design, migration, and modernization efforts.
• Manage system deployment and endpoint management solutions, including asset management.
• Design, implement, and support enterprise endpoint management platforms (e.g., SCCM/MECM, Intune).
• Design, implement, and support complex enterprise applications (e.g., ServiceNow).
• Design and manage Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions, including RBAC and MFA, aligned with security best practices.
• Establish and support secure network connectivity across environments (e.g., VPN and private connectivity solutions).
• Design and implement enterprise platforms supporting security, productivity, and administrative functions.
• Lead application and data transformation efforts, including dependency mapping, legacy system analysis, and compatibility planning.
• Design, develop, test, and maintain software solutions across multiple programming environments.
• Provide technical guidance and recommendations on system design, feasibility, and process improvements.
• Maintain and support core technologies that enable complex enterprise applications, including GIS.
• Lead the implementation of AI-driven solutions, including small language models (sLMs) for knowledge retrieval.
• Support automation initiatives, including Public Records Act (PRA) processes using eDiscovery tools across email and file storage systems.
• Assist with data collection, processing, and recommendations related to PRA requests.
• Contribute to the development of enterprise AI and data platform capabilities (e.g., data lakes).
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, system procedures, and user guides.
• Provide training, mentorship, and work direction to team members as needed.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system, application, and network issues.
• Ensure systems meet security, compliance, and quality standards.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, including enterprise platforms, AI/ML, and modern data architectures.

Ideal Candidate's Background Includes:

Applicants whose experience and background best match the ideal experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education are considered ideal candidates for the position. To determine the top candidates, each applicant will be assessed based on the ideal candidate criteria as listed below.

Ideal Experience:

• Five (5)+ years of experience supporting core technologies for complex enterprise applications (e.g., GIS, ServiceNow). 
• Experience developing advanced scripts and creating technical documentation. 
• Experience evaluating and testing system software, and developing complex IT workflows. 
• Experience leveraging emerging technologies to improve efficiency and automate processes. 
• Experience managing complex IT projects and coordinating cross-functional teams. 
• Experience with system integration, data transformation, and modernization of legacy systems. 

Ideal Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to lead complex technical projects and initiatives with minimal supervision. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to diagnose and resolve complex system issues. 
• Ability to translate business requirements into scalable, maintainable technical solutions. 
• Ability to design, develop, and implement enterprise-level applications and systems. 
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. 
• Ability to train, mentor, and provide guidance to team members. 
• Ability to collaborate with external vendors and coordinate across multiple stakeholders. 

Ideal Knowledge:

• Advanced principles of enterprise applications, system architecture, and software implementation. 
• Computing platforms and architectures, including on-premises and cloud-based virtualization environments (e.g., AWS GovCloud, Azure Government/FedRAMP, VMware, Nutanix, hybrid solutions). 
• Network design, security protocols, and connectivity solutions. 
• Identity and Access Management (IAM), including RBAC, MFA, and Active Directory. 
• Experience supporting enterprise collaboration platforms (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams). 
• Database management systems and data architecture principles. 
• Virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) design, management, and support. 
• Experience maintaining and supporting core technologies that enable complex enterprise applications, including GIS and ServiceNow. 
• System deployment and endpoint management, including asset management solutions. 
• Experience with enterprise endpoint management platforms (e.g., SCCM/MECM, Intune). 
• Foundational knowledge of AI/ML concepts, data platforms (e.g., data lakes), and enterprise analytics frameworks. 
• Information security practices, compliance requirements, and quality assurance standards.

Ideal Training and Education:

Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in computer science, information systems, or a related field.

 

Substitution

• Directly related experience may be substituted for the college requirement on the basis of one and one-half years of experience for one year of education.
• Additional certifications in cloud platforms, cybersecurity, data engineering, or project management are highly desirable

 

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Individuals who do not meet the driver's license requirement due to a disability will be considered for a reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule, typically working 40% remote and 60% onsite, after completion of the probationary period (one year).

For more information and to apply, please visit:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Cupertino

About the Department

The City of San José, the Capital of Silicon Valley, is one of the nation's best managed cities and one of the top ten cities in which to live, work, and do business. Moreover, San José is the center of cultural, government and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San José have embraced the following values: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect and Celebration. The City's Public Works Department is seeking an individual whose values align with the values of the City's employees. 

The Department of Public Works is responsible for delivering capital improvement projects for a wide variety of City facilities and infrastructure, maintaining City facilities and fleet assets, facilitating, and regulating development activities, and providing animal care and services. The Department is committed to high-quality service, partnering with the community, and providing an excellent environment in which to work.

Position Duties

The Department of Public Works is recruiting to fill one (1) full-time Senior Systems Applications Programmer (Sr. SAP) position to develop technology solutions that will maximize the delivery of City products and services. 

The total salary range for Senior Systems Application Programmer (Sr. SAP) classification is $129,270.96 - $157,182.48. 

This salary range(s) includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation. The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience.  

The primary focus of this Sr. SAP position is to support the development and maintenance of several in-house hybrid systems hosted across both on-premises and cloud environments. This is a 100% individual contributor role responsible for developing solutions, resolving technical challenges, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support departmental and citywide operations, ensuring seamless integration across enterprise applications. This position is required to work on-site.

Key responsibilities and duties may include but are not limited to the following: 

• Enhance, maintain, and support mission-critical on-premises web applications built with Node.js and Angular, including implementing complex enhancements, troubleshooting cross-layer issues, improving performance and reliability, and ensuring long-term maintainability aligned with evolving business and technical needs.
• Develop and maintain integrations between on-premises web applications and SaaS platforms such as Smartsheet and SharePoint.
• Manage enterprise-scale relational databases and develop complex queries to support data analysis, system integration, and reporting needs.
• Configure and administer Smartsheet solutions, including advanced workflows, reports, and dashboards; provide training and technical support to staff across multiple teams to promote effective adoption and use.

This position requires a candidate who is actively engaged in hands-on technical work and day-to-day problem solving. The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

• Strong programming skills in JavaScript or TypeScript.
• Extensive experience developing responsive web applications using Node.js and Angular, or comparable modern web frameworks.
• Strong knowledge of relational databases such as Oracle or SQL Server, including database design and development of complex queries.
• Solid understanding of front-end and back-end application architecture, with the ability to troubleshoot and debug issues efficiently across the stack.
• Experience designing, developing, and consuming RESTful APIs, with working knowledge of HTTP protocols, authentication methods, and common data formats such as JSON and XML.
• Experience with Smartsheet, or the ability to quickly learn and apply advanced Smartsheet features with minimal training.
• Strong technical documentation skills and the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical users.

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.

How to Apply

To view the full announcement for this exciting opportunity with the City of San Jose and to apply online, please visit the City of San Jose’s careers page by clicking on the URL link below.

Overview:

The Senior Management Analyst for the Treasury and Debt Management Unit supports the Treasury and Debt Manager in managing Valley Water’s $1.4 billion debt portfolio, $800 million investment portfolio, and $450 million short-term debt program. The position acts as a lead on debt administration and short-term debt issuances, and supports long-term debt issuances, cash management, and investments. The Senior Management Analyst is a financial analyst who works closely with internal and external partners to secure debt financing for capital projects, manage debt proceeds, report to investors, comply with legal covenants, manage daily cash flow and investments, and make regular debt service and fee payments.

Our Commitment: 
We are committed to building and sustaining a working environment where all individuals are respected and valued. We believe every member of our team brings unique perspectives that enhance our ability to serve the public effectively. By fostering a workplace with employees from the communities we serve, we broaden our collective understanding of the world around us and strengthen our mission to equitably provide safe, clean water, natural flood protections, and environmental stewardship.

About Valley Water:
Valley Water is a public agency with an operating and capital budget of $964 million, and over 900 employees. With headquarters in San José, Valley Water provides water supply, enhances streams and watersheds through creek restoration and habitat protection, provides flood protection for homes, schools, businesses and roadways, and partners with other agencies to provide trails and open space for the community.

 

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Debt administration, including compliance and continuing disclosure reporting, debt service and fee payments, management of bond proceeds, oversight of the federal WIFIA loan program, management of the DebtBook debt module, and coordination with partner banks, lenders, and accounting staff. 
• Management of the short-term debt program, which includes a $250 million commercial paper facility and a $200 million revolving line of credit for just-in-time financing of the Capital Improvement Program. Coordination with CP dealers, revolving line of credit bank, issuing and paying agent, and trustee bank to issue short-term debt and manage the funds. 
• Supporting the issuance of long-term debt, including new-money and refunding water revenue and special parcel tax bonds. Drafting bond disclosure, reviewing and understanding legal documents, working closely with bond counsel and municipal advisors, and drafting board memos.
• Supporting other Treasury functions, including daily cash management to account for incoming/outgoing cash, investment transactions and reporting, cash flow forecasting, and SymPro investment database maintenance. Responsibilities include using Infor ERP to process payments by check, ACH, and wire, and ensuring the security of these transactions from phishing and other cyber threats.
• Monitoring and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to the debt and investment portfolios. Assisting with financial analyses, budgeting, special projects, and ad-hoc requests. Developing unit efficiencies using AI tools.

Ideal Candidate's Background Includes:

Applicants whose experience and background best match the ideal experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education are considered ideal candidates for the position. To determine the top candidates, each applicant will be assessed based on the ideal candidate criteria as listed below.

Ideal Experience: 

Five years or more of debt and treasury management experience.  

Government experience in debt and treasury management is desirable.

Ideal Skills and Abilities: 

• Strong analytical, writing, and speaking abilities, and attention to detail. 
• Management and organization of large amounts of financial data and information.
• Ability to read and interpret legal and technical documents. 
• Experience and understanding of debt and treasury functions.
• Ability to work cooperatively and independently. 
• Efficient administration of regular tasks.
• Ability to meet deadlines and multitask in an effective manner.
• Experience with accounting, reconciliation, financial reporting, financial markets, budgeting, and forecast modeling.

Ideal Knowledge:

• Principles and practices of managing debt/loans, cash flow, and investments.
• California Government Code, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board (MSRB) compliance requirements for debt and treasury management.
• Organization and quality management practices as applied to the development, analysis, and evaluation of programs, policies, and operational needs of debt and treasury management.
• Principles and practices of budget development and administration, contract negotiation and management, and sound financial management policies and procedures.
• Practices of researching debt and treasury issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and preparing and presenting effective staff reports.
• Computer software applications, including the Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint), Docusign, DebtBook, SymPro, Infor, Smartsheet, and other specialized software and databases.

Ideal Training and Education:

Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in finance, business, economics, accounting, public administration, or a related field. 

Substitution:

Directly related experience may be substituted for the college requirement on the basis of one and one-half years of experience for one year of education to a maximum of four years.

To review the Classification Specification, please click here

Treasury-Debt Management Unit (Position Code 981) 
Valley Water Telework Program: Eligibility for telework will depend on the type of work performed, operational needs, and the ability for the employee to perform the essential functions of their job duties while teleworking. Employment with Valley Water requires employees to live within 150 miles of their primary physical work location located in San Jose, California by their start date.

This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule, typically working 40% remote and 60% onsite.

The City of Auburn is accepting applications for a Finance Analyst! This is an opportunity to work with a dynamic and innovative team while staying sharp on the latest governmental accounting requirements and accounting software solutions.

The Finance Analyst will focus on interpreting and implementing GASB pronouncements, maintaining the accuracy of general ledger and trial balance accounts, approving receivables and payables, forecasting revenues and expenditures, budget development, management of cash, debt, and capital assets, and continual education on the job.

Key Recruitment Details

• The Right Fit: The ideal candidate will bring government experience, have excellent analytical, auditing, and adaptability skills, and be a positive member of a small, supportive team.

• Timeline: Open until filled, apply early to ensure consideration. The first review of applications will be May 22, 2026, with the selection process anticipated for early June.

• Selection Process: The process will include interviews, and may include other related assessments.

• Start Date: The position is pending final budget approval, anticipated to start in July 2026.

Please note that meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview; we will move forward with the candidates whose qualifications best match the role's specific needs. The selected candidate must pass a background check, including reference and live scan checks, and may include other related screenings.

The City of Auburn is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  To request a reasonable accommodation for the examination process, please contact Human Resources at (530) 823-4211 ext. 146 at least five business days before your scheduled exam.

Position Summary

Under general supervision of the Finance Director, the Finance Analyst supervises and/or performs highly responsible, complex, sensitive and professional level accounting and financial work in support of the City's various financial activities. Areas of responsibility may include, but are not limited to preparing financial statements, reviewing fiscal records, and monitoring financial transactions in accordance with prescribed accounting systems and generally accepted principles of accounting, auditing and budgeting. Duties include programmatic general accounting (general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll), budget planning and development, verifies balances, and adjusts accounts and journal entries; prepares various fiscal reports; coordinating and assisting with the annual audit, project management and other administrative analysis activities in the Finance Department and providing information and assistance to City staff and the general public, to perform duties requiring special knowledge; and to provide administrative support to assigned supervisor.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This is the advanced journey level in the Finance series. Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by level of responsibility assumed, complexity of duties assigned, independence of action taken, by the amount of time spent performing the duties, and by the nature of the public contact made. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within the series, including detailed analysis of financial transactions and forecasting and may provide direct supervision over assigned personnel. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned areas of responsibility.

Representative Duties

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Balances and reconciles general ledger accounts; prepares adjusting journal entries and monthly bank reconciliations. Maintain accounting, financial, and statistical records; post information to ledgers, journals, logs, and reports; total and balance figures; proof data and make corrections as required; prepare, reconcile, balance, and submit a variety of periodic and special reports.
•  Supervises the maintenance and analysis of general ledger accounts, and other account subsystems such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, revenues and utility billing subsystems.
• Assist in the preparation, analysis and review of estimated revenues, reimbursements, expenditures, fund balances and other budgetary accounts.
• Participate in the design, testing and implementation of new technology systems and processes.
• Utilize various computer programs; enter and maintain data; generate reports from a database or in-house system; create spreadsheets and generate reports using spreadsheet software; create documents using word processing software.
• Identify and resolve problems, differences, and inconsistencies between accounting records and computerized reports; determine corrective entries involved in maintaining accounting controls and reconciling differences.
• Obtaining information from various departments to compile the activity and year-end balances for various funds; performing analytical review of activity in each fund.
• Process accounts receivable; prepare statements for City services, rental, and lease obligations, receive, process, and balance payments received; input data; audit accounts receivable; prepare and process bad debt collections.
• Process accounts payable; review invoices and claim documents received from various departments; input information into computer system; review and analyze check registers and transaction reports; distribute checks including to match remittance documents to payments; file documents and reports.
• Develops and documents accounting procedures by reviewing and determining impact of new accounting and auditing standards; assisting with implementation of accounting and auditing procedures and standards; incorporating changes in financial reporting standards into individual fund and Comprehensive Annual Financial Report templates; and communicating changes in standards and impact of changes to other staff.
• Substantiates or resolves complex financial transactions by analyzing and auditing materials, revenue streams, transactions and documents; reconciling statements and transactions; using initiative and sound independent judgment on difficult procedural problems; and reviewing the work of assigned personnel to determine accuracy of accounting records.
• Coordinate and participate in ACFR and Annual Audit Processes: Prepares in the preparation of annual financial reports including, but not limited to, the Annual Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (ACFR) and the City’s annual audit; review, reconcile and prepared notes to the financial statements, supporting work papers, and other reports; respond to audit inquiries from external auditors and other governmental agencies as necessary.
• Assists in the development of long-term financial forecasts, the preparation of monthly and quarterly financial reports, collects data to support department analytical functions and makes recommendations as appropriate.
• Assist public at service counter and record revenue receipts through operation of cash register; prepare and complete daily revenue deposits including to balance cash drawer, code data input documents, and sign checks with check signer; contact fiduciaries to coordinate investment transactions completed by the City Treasurer and Finance Director.
• May administer and oversee the business licensing fee function for the City by coordinating the collection of business licenses fees, verification of transaction information, computation of charges and refunds, preparation and mailing of invoices; notification to customers of delinquent accounts and insufficient payments coordinating licensing activities with the public, other departments and other agencies; and updating of licensing records by collecting, calculation, and entering data, audition records and entering changes.
• Assist in recording payroll entry and PERS retirement contributions.
• Coordinates and assists in developing and implementing the City’s fiscal budget.
• Schedules budget preparation tasks to meet established deadlines; coordinates budget related matters with departments and provides training and guidance when necessary.
• Evaluates the budget during the execution and implementation phase; identifies variances requiring corrective action; recommends appropriate correction action.
• Reviews and approves purchase requisitions and budget transfers.
• Coordinates the development of the 5-year Capital Improvement Program publication, including but not limited to, document project management, department communications, template structure design and development, schedule development and financial analysis.
• May assist in grant accounting; type statistical schedules and reports; assemble and copy documents.
• May assist in ensuring 1099s are properly prepared.
• Coordinate debt, debt activities, debt schedules and interfund loan activities for the City and other City authorities; participate in debt issuance and financings; analyze debt and work with City departments on debt related matters.
• Provide public assistance at the counter and over the phone; answer questions and provide information; research problems and prepare necessary adjustment; collect payments as necessary.
• Perform special analyses and reports as required by the City Council, management staff, and outside agencies; audit petty cash funds; update general ledger and verify fund balances; reconcile bank accounts.
• May perform general supervision of subordinate Finance Department staff.
• Perform related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Knowledge of: Financial and accounting theory; financial analysis and reporting methodologies (e.g. regulatory reporting); basic accounting principles, including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), government accounting standards and principles; general business practices in a government environment; principles, procedures, and methods used in the performance of complex clerical and technical accounting duties including those involved in payroll, business and dog licensing, accounts payable, accounts receivable and assisting in budget preparation and monitoring; principles and procedures of financial record keeping and reporting; principles and practices of report preparation; mathematical principles; modern office procedures, methods, and related computer equipment and software applications; principles and practices of customer service; proper phone techniques and etiquette; pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations including those governing the establishment, maintenance, and keeping of financial data; policies, procedures, and functions of the City’s Finance Department.

Ability to: Perform a variety of diversified and difficult financial and statistical record keeping duties in support of payroll, business and dog licensing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and/or assisting in budget preparation and monitoring; accurately receive and process information and documents according to established guidelines and procedures; collect, compile, and research information and data; review and interpret accounting transactions and records; analyze data and draw sound conclusions; create and maintain a variety of spreadsheets, financial records, and files; prepare a variety of financial and statistical reports; reconcile various financial statements and balance as necessary; apply the rules of modified and full accrual accounting to assignments; understand, interpret, and apply principles, laws, and procedures involved in fiscal record keeping and accounting functions; provide customer service and deal tactfully and courteously with the public, other City employees, and other agencies; perform mathematical calculations; operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications; type and enter data at a speed necessary for successful job performance; enter and retrieve data from computer systems; use 10-key adding machine by touch; work independently in the absence of supervision; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Physical Demands & Working Environment

The conditions herein 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 job functions. Work is performed in a standard office setting. Primary functions require sufficient physical ability to work in an office setting and operate office equipment. The position requires vision sufficient to see in the normal visual range with or without correction, and to read computer screens and printed documents; as well as hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

Maintenance Worker 2 - Street Maintenance Division

Salary: $37.60 - $47.99 Hourly

The final filing date is Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at 5:00 pm or after receiving 100 qualified and complete applications, whichever is first.

The City of Sunnyvale is excited to announce an opportunity for dedicated individuals to fill (2) regular full-time Maintenance Worker 2 positions in the Street Maintenance Division of the Public Works Department. This position plays a key role in supporting the upkeep of the City's streets and traffic safety-related infrastructure. We are seeking dependable, detail-oriented individuals with strong customer service skills to join our team.

Responsibilities include performing a range of semi-skilled and manual labor tasks, such as repairing and maintaining traffic signs, applying roadway striping, installing pavement markings, and removing graffiti. These positions also perform traffic control, completing asphalt and minor concrete repairs, and carrying out other right-of-way maintenance duties as needed.

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package. A complete application consists of a City application and responses to the supplemental questionnaire. The position opens Wednesday, May 6, 2026, and final filing date is Wednesday, May 27, 2026, 5:00 PM or after receiving 100 qualified applicants, whichever is first. For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on JOBS.

Education and Experience

The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following way:

A high school diploma or GED equivalent, AND

Six months of experience performing duties comparable to those of the City's Maintenance Worker I classification.