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The City of Brisbane, a close-knit community committed to exceptional public service, is seeking a proactive, experienced, and customer-focused Deputy Director of Public Works / City Engineer.

The Deputy Director of Public Works / City Engineer, plans, directs and manages assigned functional areas within the engineering or utility division in connection with engineering design, construction, inspection, transportation projects and the capital improvement program; staffs one or more citizen advisory committees; performs advanced professional engineering assignments on a wide range of municipal projects of a complex nature; serves as project manager on a variety of projects; supervises engineering and technical staff of the department directly or through subordinate levels of supervision on a day to day basis; functions as department head in their absence as assigned. Serves as the City Engineer responsible for engineering standards, development review, and oversight of public works engineering activities.

Class Characteristics
Deputy Director of Public Works – City Engineer is a Deputy Director level engineering classification responsible for overseeing the City’s engineering functions and performing a wide variety of engineering duties requiring independent judgement and initiative in prioritizing, scheduling, assigning and coordinating work. This class requires registration as a professional engineer. This class is distinguished from all other engineering classes by its supervisory and administrative responsibilities over a wide range of duties as well as the requirement to perform the more complex engineering and project management assignments. Assignments and projects may be long-term or may constitute a major portion of a continuous or comprehensive engineering or construction program. Typically assigned functional areas include private development review and plan checking, oversight of regulatory compliance (e.g., Municipal Regional Permit [NPDES], Cal-OSHA, SWRCB/RWQCB non-utility related orders), waste franchise, Sierra Point Lighting & Landscape District, and Capital Improvement Program.

 

Supervision Received and Exercised:

Receives general direction from the Public Works Department Head.

Provides general supervision to engineering, maintenance, and administrative support staff.

 

Examples of Important and Essential Duties- the duties described below are provided as examples and are not to be considered as exclusive or all-inclusive:

• Recommends and assists in development and implementation of departmental policies, goals, and objectives.  
• Plans, directs, and coordinates engineering work programs and activities within the Public Works Department, directly and through subordinate levels of supervision.
• Manages the City’s Capital Improvement Program and Projects; supervises, coordinates, and reviews all public works engineering activities, including engineering design, inspection, and survey; contract administration, and construction management for projects planned and approved by City Council; Deputy Director of Public Works prepares plans, specifications, and estimates. Deputy Director of Public Works – City Engineer has overall responsibility for the city’s CIP.  
• Supervises staff assigned, including scheduling, assigning, prioritizing, and reviewing work; training and evaluating staff; approving time off; and developing effective recommendations on all employee actions.  
• Assigns work and exercises general supervision of office and field staff in order to effectively utilize their services and accomplish objectives.  
• Oversees consultants and professionals hired by the City for the purposes of designing and completing public works construction projects and studies.  
• Establishes criteria for design, construction, and inspection of public works projects.  
• Oversees the inspection of public works construction by contractors for established plans and specifications.  
• Supervises and participates in the development and administration of the department’s capital and operating budgets; directs the forecast of additional funds needed for construction, staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitors and approves expenditures.  
• Prepares work programs and special engineering studies.  
• Reviews and prepares specifications and obtains bids for construction and maintenance projects; accepts or rejects such specifications and bids; verifies computations, plans, specifications, and estimates for public works facility’s projects; reviews and signs engineering drawings and land record maps.  
• Evaluates and applies for grants; provides for administration and oversight of reporting requirements.
• Conducts negotiations on engineering matters and accepts or rejects change order requests related to contracts; addresses contractor claims.
• Manages administrative matters; prepares and oversees budgets and monitors monthly expenditures; manages requests for additional funding.
• Prepares fee assessments and agenda reports.
• Develops record maintenance systems, procedures, and training necessary for maintaining effective liaison with other City departments.  
• Serves as department head in the absence of the director, including attending and participating in City Council, community and board and commission meetings.
• Responds to questions and requests from the general public, including conducting correspondence and attending meetings.

THE POSITION

“This recruitment can be closed at any time without notice.”

This position receives general supervision from the assigned Director and will be considered a position that carries dual responsibilities. The selected candidate will exercise direct supervision over park maintenance workers, janitorial staff, and support service personnel.  He/she will be a working supervisor who provides leadership and direction to assigned staff while also functioning as a skilled tradesperson who is able to take the lead and fill in as needed, in any section of Parks and Facilities.

As Parks Supervisor, the incumbent directs and coordinates park maintenance employees and supports service crews.  

• He/she will oversee, coordinate and/or lead park and facilities personnel, support service crews, and park maintenance crews.
• Schedules and directs the work of assigned parks maintenance personnel, including ensuring parks and facilities are properly prepared for rentals and reservations.
• Works with crews to assure accuracy and compliance with City standards.
• Submits weekly logs of work in progress and jobs completed by crews.
• Responds to public complaints regarding parks projects through proper channels and informs appropriate staff of City standards and policies.
• Coordinates with the Recreation Division on all events to ensure parks and facilities are properly prepared; assigns staff to assist with events as needed.
• Performs employee evaluations for assigned staff.

As Facility Supervisor, the incumbent directs and coordinates maintenance, repair, and upkeep of City buildings and facilities, and supervises janitorial staff responsible for the cleaning and sanitizing of City buildings and facilities.

• Performs a variety of work in the maintenance, construction, alteration, and repair of City buildings and facilities; identifies and corrects building and equipment problems to maintain facilities in a safe condition, prevent degradation of City property, and prevent failures that would cause reduction in service.
• Performs skilled work across multiple building trades including carpentry, plumbing, painting, electrical, HVAC, welding, and related crafts to maintain and repair City buildings, structures, and equipment.
• Inspects City buildings and structures to identify repair needs; evaluates conditions and recommends appropriate corrective action or modifications to meet City standards and building codes.
• Obtains estimates and quotes for materials and equipment needed for repairs and completion of job tasks; prepares reports of inspections and labor and material estimates for the Director.
• Supervises janitorial staff responsible for cleaning and sanitizing City buildings, facilities, and park restrooms; ensures facilities are properly prepared for rentals and reservations; monitors service standards and schedules.
• Performs general maintenance and janitorial duties as needed.
• Installs, programs, and maintains security camera systems at City buildings, parks, and facilities to ensure proper coverage and functionality.
• Performs and schedules preventative maintenance on City buildings, facilities, and equipment to minimize deterioration and reduce the need for costly repairs.
• Remains current on job-specific expertise through trade publications, vendor communication, and other sources to keep abreast of the latest technological developments and products.
• Performs related work as required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

May include, but are not limited to, the following:

Knowledge of the methods, procedures, equipment, tools, practices, and techniques used in facilities building maintenance and parks, including carpentry, plumbing, woodworking, painting, electrical, heating, welding, and/or ventilation work; methods, materials, practices, and tools of the building and construction trades; principles and practices of effective supervision, training, and performance evaluation; cost estimating and design; basic principles of mathematics; occupational hazards and standard safety procedures; pest control; and irrigation systems. Ability to oversee, coordinate, and direct the work of others in a supervisor capacity; plan, organize, and implement a comprehensive maintenance program for the City's parks and facilities; inspect buildings and equipment to locate conditions needing repair; estimate time and materials needed to complete work projects; program computerized energy control systems; interpret and work from blueprints, diagrams, and sketches; safely operate necessary equipment efficiently and skillfully; maintain records and logs; observe safety principles; follow written and oral directions; prepare accurate written reports; establish and maintain effective working relationships; and communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Skill to safely and effectively operate a variety of power and hand tools used in the construction, maintenance, and repair of facilities.

Resources:  Including Equipment, Materials and Records; various hand and power tools, digging and cutting tools, portable generator, telephone, reports, forms, pencils, and pens, calculators, automobile, maps, plans, and blueprints, key to City locks.
 

Solving Problems and Performance of Others: Troubleshoots and resolves non-routine maintenance and repair issues across parks and building systems and independently determines appropriate corrective action. Supervises parks maintenance workers, janitorial staff, and support service personnel and performs building and facilities repair and maintenance work independently.
 

Relations: Internally works with supervisors, other construction and maintenance personnel, and all City departments. Externally represents the city and communicates with various outside agencies.
 

Communications: Communicates effectively in oral and written form; prepares accurate written reports; recognizes unusual, inefficient, or dangerous operating conditions and takes appropriate action.

Safety: Daily exposure to hazardous conditions associated with tool and equipment usage and exposure to the elements while performing duties. Consequences range from minor injury such as scrapes, contusions, burns, and abrasions up to and including permanent disability or death.

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

The City of Stockton Human Resources Department is seeking a Program Manager III who will be responsible for managing the department’s budget, contracts, compiling and analyzing data, as well as preparing reports in support of division operations, departmental initiatives, and labor negotiations. These core areas represent key responsibilities of the role; however, the position may also be assigned to oversee projects and additional duties as needed to support broader organizational goals.

The incumbent will work a City of Stockton 9/80 schedule: 7:30am - 5:30pm Monday through Thursday; 8:00am - 5:00pm Fridays, with every other Friday off.

This is an At-Will (unclassified/unrepresented) position. Only those applicants who best fit the needs of the City will be referred to the hiring department. Applicants who fail to fully complete the online application/supplemental questionnaire or provide the required documentation will be subject to rejection.

Prior to appointment, eligible candidates will be required to submit to and successfully pass a background investigation, which will include fingerprinting. Additionally, this position is onsite at the City of Stockton. The candidate must be able to report onsite on a full time basis.

Under administrative direction, performs a variety of professional level duties and responsibilities for implementation of Citywide strategic programs, including operational and/or other complex analyses; performs related duties as assigned.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

Incumbents in this management level classification are responsible, in addition to the above, for directing and managing compliance by departments with the policies and procedures of the program(s) under the supervision of this class. Work is done under the direct authority of the City Manager or departmental senior management due to the critical nature of the policies and programs. Assignments allow for a high degree of autonomy and administrative decision making in their execution. This class is distinguished from the general administrative support classes in that the duties relate specifically to administration of specialized programs.

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THIS POSITION, PLEASE CLICK THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT URL OR JOB PDF BELOW.

Under the direction of the Director of Technology, the Technology Manager oversees districtwide technology operations, including network infrastructure, systems administration, cybersecurity, enterprise applications, endpoint support, and technology service delivery. The Manager provides leadership, long-term strategic planning, and advanced technical expertise to ensure secure, reliable, and high-performing technology environments that support teaching, learning, and district operations.

This position manages technical staff, coordinates projects, aligns technology solutions with district goals, and ensures compliance with state and federal data privacy regulations. The Technology Manager serves as a key technology leader, fostering innovation, customer service, and continuous improvement.

TO VIEW JOB ANNOUNCEMENT, CLICK JOB ANNOUNCEMENT URL BELOW.

City of East Palo Alto is accepting applications for the Community & Economic Development Director position. 

 

Please note, applications are not accepted here via CalOpps.

To apply, click the job announcement link below and it will redirect you to where to submit your application.

Description

 

The San Mateo County Controller's Office is seeking highly qualified candidates for the position of Application Support Analyst III.

The Controller’s Office

The mission of the Controller’s Office of San Mateo County is to promote the County's operational effectiveness and ensure its financial transparency and integrity by providing quality accounting, audit, and financial reporting services.
   
The Controller's Office maintains the County’s accounting system and records, and prepares independently audited, award-winning annual financial reports (ACFR and PAFR) that disclose the financial condition of the County to the public. We are staffed with 51 full-time accounting, audit, and information systems professionals. The office also calculates annual property tax bill amounts, distribute taxes collected to local government agencies, and performs internal audits of the County’s operations.
  
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our Controller’s Information Systems (CIS) team to support various mission-critical applications for the County as they pertain to finance, expense reimbursements, timekeeping, as well as support Countywide system integrations.  
  
As an Application Support Analyst III, you will leverage your systems expertise to collaborate and consult with colleagues within the Controller’s Office and other County fiscal and/or technical staff and resolve issues related to the systems, improve business processes by recommending and implementing solutions within the systems, process requests such as report and integrations development, and maintain application security at both an authentication and application access level.  
  
This role will entail hands-on support, administration, configuration, and maintenance of multiple related financial systems, including Finance Enterprise by CentralSquare for general accounting, Coupa for accounts payable and vendor onboarding, and Workday Expense for employee expense reimbursements.  
 
While the ideal candidate has experience in all of these systems, we are also accepting candidates who have experience and expertise in at least one of the aforementioned systems but can demonstrate transferable skills to learn the other systems and applications.
   

The ideal candidate will also have:

• 5+ years of proven application support and administration experience, preferably in Finance Enterprise, Coupa, and/or Workday Expense.
• A Bachelor's Degree or higher in Management of Information Systems, Information Technology, or an equivalent field of study is preferred.
• Proven experience leading end-to-end small to medium-sized application projects and implementing solutions for operational improvements and automation.
• Knowledge of VB Script, SQL, and Cognos (or other reporting platform).
• Knowledge of basic security concepts as they pertain to Finance Enterprise, Coupa, and/or Workday.
• The ability to work with and analyze large data sets.
• A thorough understanding of data, data concepts, and relationships.
• An automation approach mindset to solutions that are flexible and scalable.

We welcome you to join our dynamic team and contribute your expertise to drive effective solutions and enhance our County's financial processes. Apply now!
  
NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.

 

Examples Of Duties

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

• Collaborate, consult, and develop solutions with the Controller's Office and other County departmental partners to understand business and functional drivers across various system modules within Finance Enterprise, Coupa, and Workday Expense.

• System administration, including, but not limited to:

  • Account provisioning and user access level assignment.

  • Report development, maintenance, and support using respective tools (e.g. Cognos reporting platform and SQL for Finance Enterprise).

  • Maintain and troubleshoot workflows. Monitor and troubleshoot integrations, batch jobs, and system performance. 

• Individually, as a project team member, or as a technical lead, works on and is responsible for complex software applications research, development, conversion, installation, and maintenance projects, including planning, organizing, and defining project requirements, methods, and end objectives in consultation with end users, coordinates project activities with team members, other section staff, user representatives and outside vendors.

• Interviews, analyzes, and documents end user work processes and systems requirements; conducts systems walk-throughs and technical reviews; develops or refines system specifications, including evaluating and testing vendor software packages for conformance with user requirements and priorities.

• Facilitates and conducts business process redesign or technical design sessions and/or focus groups for the design and implementation of new processes or systems.

• Designs business processes and workflow strategies for the management, access, and retrieval of data, defines data rules and relationships, and develops methods for quality control of databases.

• Reviews, analyzes, streamlines, and documents business processes and relates them to application software; recommends and implements procedural and operational modifications to optimize internal and customer workflows.

• Develops and implements automated processes, scripts, triggers, specialized views, and reports in response to user needs.

• Designs methods to import/export data for analysis and performs comparative analysis of data from dissimilar applications, designs and codes new and modified programs for data processing.

• Designs, develops, tests, refines, and implements software that supplements or integrates with system applications; customizes and maintains system objects as required.

• Develops and executes test plans to ensure application performance conforms to specifications.

• Responds to and resolves software users' inquiries and complaints and escalates problems or issues to vendor representatives as needed.

• Stays abreast of new trends and innovations in technology related to County operations; researches, recommends, and evaluates vendor solutions and technologies; implements improvements; works with staff to maintain, revise, or improve operations and systems.

• Writes and maintains user and technical operating instructions and documentation; provides training to users and other technical staff and advises on best practices.

• Provides updates, status, and completion information to staff and/or users via voicemail, email, or in-person communication.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications

Education and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. 

A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in management information systems, computer science, or a related field and four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in applications analysis, design, and development.

Additional related experience may substitute for education requirement on a year-for-year basis, up to four (4) years.

Knowledge of:

• Advanced principles and practices of computer systems management, analysis, design, and maintenance.
• Various software packages, including word processing, spreadsheet, SQL database, database management, and reporting tools.
• Data processing, management, and general administration practices and techniques.
• Advanced techniques and methods of system evaluation, implementation, and documentation.
• Advanced data management theory, principles, and practices, and their application to a wide variety of services and programs.
• Principles and practices of project management.
• The organization, operation, and functions of the department as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities and to determine the appropriate point of escalation.
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to the assigned area of responsibility.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work.
• English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with vendors and County staff.

Skill/Ability to:

• Conduct complex research projects on a wide variety of software issues, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports.
• Coordinate and plan applications development, enhancement, and maintenance projects.
• Perform analyses of informational requirements and needs; identify, evaluate, and solve systems problems; design and implement new or revised systems and procedures; provide technical advice and consultation, and ensure efficient computer system utilization.
• Code, configure, manage, and maintain assigned system(s) and integrate to meet business needs independently without vendor support.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret procedures and data; develop sound conclusions, recommendations, and solutions.
• Independently facilitate cross-functional groups to establish process redesign or new system and/or design functions.
• Research, develop, and recommend cost-effective technical system improvements.
• Implement comprehensive computer operations-related projects and training programs.
• Prepare clear and concise program documentation, system and user procedures, reports of work performed, and other written materials.
• Analyze and troubleshoot any software issues and use logic to solve the problem.
• Deal tactfully with the customers and staff in providing information, answering questions, and providing customer service.
• Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, rules, and regulations.
• Operate modern office equipment, including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs.
• 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.
• 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.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Some positions may require possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid California Driver's License.
• Some positions may require possession of, or the ability to obtain, industry-recognized information technology certifications.

Physical Demands
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.  Standing in and walking between work areas is frequently 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 frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and reach to perform assigned duties, as well as 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 with the use of proper equipment.

Environmental Elements
Employees work in an office environment with moderate levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff when providing application system support.

 

Application/Examination

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, or extra-help/limited term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score.

Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.

The examination process will consist of an application screening based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions (weight: pass/fail). Candidates who pass the application screening may be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations, or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.
 

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply.

 

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Final Filing Date: Thursday, April 23, 2026, 11:59 PM PST
Application Screening: May 4 - 8, 2026
Civil Service Panel Interview: May 19 and/or 20, 2026

About the County
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.

The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity in order to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.
 

The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer. We seek to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. 

 

 

Analyst: Sedrick Dixon (04092026) (IS Application Support Analyst III - V262) 

 

Description

 

San Mateo Medical Center is currently seeking one Full-Time Case Management Nurse to focus on Utilization Review.
 
At San Mateo Medical Center, we are always seeking ways to enhance the already impressive services we offer. This dedication to excellence is reflected in the exceptional care we provide and the extraordinary professionals who provide it. Here, you will have the chance to develop your talents with a skilled team of people who actively support and encourage each other's success. If you are ready to open new doors for your career, join us today!

 

Exciting news! Candidates have the opportunity to receive a sign-on bonus of up to $30,000. First-time external new hires, or current staff promoted internally or from other County departments into a regular Clinical Nurse-Case Management position in San Mateo Medical Center (SMMC) may be eligible to receive a sign-on bonus of up to $30,000 (subject to discontinuation at any time). The sign-on bonus will be in 3 phases and will be prorated for part-time. 

The Case Management Nurse -Utilization Review will manage patient admission and ongoing stay reviews for patients with chronic or complicated medical conditions and oversee appeals with third-party payors. The incumbent will be responsible for retrospective and concurrent Utilization Review activities and for monitoring order status accuracy, documentation, and clinical compliance, in accordance with State and Federal regulations. In conjunction with other members of the health care team, the Case Management Nurse is accountable for timely coordination of quality health care services to meet the patient's health care needs across the continuum of care. This position requires knowledge of the adult, and geriatric populations.
 
The ideal candidate will possess one or more of the following:

• At least two years of recent, direct, and proven experience in Nurse Case Management in an acute care setting or at least two years of acute care hospital nursing experience. 
• At least two years of experience with industry published standard level of care (i.e. InterQual or Milliman, etc.).
• InterQual interpretation and application of health industry utilization review criteria
• Experience providing the full range of Case Management nursing duties and responsibilities
• Ability to conduct daily Utilization Reviews to assess whether patients meet medical necessity criteria
• Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams to collaborate on appropriate level of care based on Utilization Review outcomes
• A Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate.
• Experience working with diverse, underserved populations.

NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.

 

Examples Of Duties

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

• Identify problem situations or patient care issues; analyze, interpret, advise and consult with staff and other health care professionals to ensure patient order status reflects the correct level of care. 
• Conduct daily Utilization Reviews to assess whether patient meets medical necessity criteria.  Collaborate with the Clinical Services Manager II and Physician Advisor to support accurate determinations.
• Communicate utilization review findings to the Attending Provider when patients do not meet medical necessity criteria  
• Partner with the Attending Provider to review and determine the appropriate level of care based on Utilization Review outcomes.
• Interpret and modify the system of patient care delivered by evaluating and reviewing standard practices and initiating new procedures.
• Provide consultation and guidance to providers to understand and ensure appropriate care is provided based on patient level of care needs.
• Advise the nursing staff in the establishment and maintenance of records of treatments given and the related progress of each patient for the purpose of analyzing patterns, synthesizing actions and evaluating patient care plans. 
• Resolve unusual or unique patient care problems or situations, which require analytical, interpretative and constructive thinking.
• Formulate and develop plans, procedures and program content designed to meet specifically identified training/educational needs of nursing staff.
• Formulate, and/or collaborate with other health care practitioners to identify relevant clinical problems and conduct research to bring about their resolution. 
• Evaluate nursing research literature and own research findings for implementation and incorporation as appropriate, into patient care activities. 
• Serve as role model and resource person for staff and members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications

Licensure/Certification: 

• Possession of a California license as a Registered Nurse.

Additional Qualifications for Restricted Positions: 
Specific qualifications are required beyond those specified above for the assignments listed below.

Case Management Nurse 
Must have knowledge of and verifiable experience in initiating and coordinating complex discharge plans, appeals for acute days and clinical denials and criteria for lower-level license care. Must have experience with interpretation and application of health industry utilization review criteria. If designated for acute in-patient psychiatry, candidate must have knowledge and verifiable experience in psychiatric patient treatment trajectory and the respective utilization review criteria.

Knowledge of:

• Advanced principles and practices in specialty areas.
• Nurse Practice Act.
• Current nursing and related medical theory and skills necessary to administer nursing care within assigned clinical settings.
• Safety and infection control practices.
• Clinical systems, supplies and equipment.
• Modern principles, techniques, and procedures of nursing.
• Medical terminology.
• Use and maintenance of medical instruments and equipment.
• Use and effects of medicines.
• Public health principles.
• Health promotion and disease prevention.
• Medical research principles and practices.
• Principles of training and education.
• Lean principles and methodologies.
• Data abstraction and utilization.
• Basic statistics for reporting purposes.
• Report writing.
• Regulatory and accreditation requirements for assigned area.

Skill/Ability to:

• Provide leadership and direction to multi-disciplinary medical teams.
• Give direction to staff.
• Evaluate the work of others.
• Develop and present training and continuing education programs.
• Design, evaluate, construct and modify research models; carry out research and present findings.
• Perform the full range of nursing duties and responsibilities.
• Prepare clear and concise medical record documentation.
• Write articles for publication on areas of specialty.
• Identify problems or discrepancies and make suggestions for corrective actions.
• Teach and orient staff.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and staff members.
• Communicate effectively. 

Education and Experience:

• Associate Degree in Nursing with two years' clinical experience including one year in a clinical specialty area, or
• Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing or a health-related field with one year of clinical experience including six months in a clinical specialty area, or
• Master's degree in Nursing.

 

Application/Examination

Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, extra-help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.
 
The examination will consist of an interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or a screening committee may select those applicants whose education and/or experience appear to best meet the needs of the position based solely on the information provided in the application materials. Because of this screening process, all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.
 

IMPORTANT:  Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the “Apply” button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted in addition to the standard County employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required application materials. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
DEADLINE TO APPLY: Wednesday, April 22, 2026, by 11:59 PM PST
APPLICATION SCREENING: April 24, 2026
COMBINED PANEL/DEPARTMENTAL INTERVIEWS: May 12, 2026

About the County 
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.

The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.

The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels.

Analyst: Carolyn Burns (040826) (Clinical Nurse - F011)

The City of Pacifica is now accepting applications for a full-time position of: 

Child Care Site Coordinator

Do you have experience working with Children?

Do you have a passion for public service?

If so, apply today! Child Development Site Permitted Professionals encouraged to apply!

Child Care Site Coordinator | FY 25/26 $6,536-$7,764

Child Care Site Coordinator | FY 26/27 $6,732-$7,997

Child Care Site Coordinator | FY 27/28 $6,934-$8,237

THE OPPORTUNITY

The City of Pacifica is a beautiful coastal community, just south of San Francisco with an exciting opportunity for Child Care Professionals. Currently, the City of Pacifica Parks, Beaches and Recreation Department is recruiting for Child Care Site Coordinator to join our Child Care Team!

 

At the City of Pacifica, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. To us, equal opportunity employment is not just about compliance, it’s about who you are, how you can help our City and who you want to be. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and residents.

This is a full-time benefited position that includes a comprehensive benefits package.

 

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, provides recreational instruction and activities, social development, guidance, direction and care for preschool and elementary school-age children by coordinating and directing the daily operations of a childcare site.

 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Childcare Site Coordinator is the position responsible for the daily operations of a childcare site.

 

Supervision Received and Exercised

General supervision is provided by the Recreation Supervisor Childcare Services. Responsibilities include the direct supervision of site subordinate personnel.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS- INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

• Plans, organizes and coordinates the care of preschool and elementary school-age children by providing various activities and events at a childcare site.
• Prepares daily and monthly program plans and assigns activities and events to subordinate staff members.
• Maintains staff and participant files in accordance with departmental, licensing (Title 22) and funding (Title 5) requirements.
• Creates attendance rosters and checkoff list for all rooms for keeping track of children and ratios.
• Schedules staff to ensure required ratios are met at all times. Coordinates staff with other sites.
• Prepares a monthly site newsletter outlining activities and events,
• Provides families with resources and informational documents pertaining to child development.
• Prepares/coordinates lunch/snack menus for the site (breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack).
• Plans/coordinates site-based field trips, special events, and guest speakers collaborating with the site staff to plan and implement.
• Drives city vans to/from the field trips.
• Identifies special needs of participants and develops an action plan with the families for maintaining safety. Initiate referrals as necessary.
• Investigates complaints, accidents and injuries and submits necessary reports.
• Inspects the site and equipment to ensure proper maintenance, cleanliness, operation, and safety.
• Observes children on a daily basis to detect health problems and instructs children in proper health and hygiene care.
• Develops discipline techniques and youth program management plan.
• Coordinates and participates in cleaning and maintaining the facility and equipment.
• Plans and conducts quarterly parent-teacher conferences/meetings with parents/guardians.
• Interacts with personnel from the site school in planning and implementing site activities.
• Attends various school functions and meetings, in-service training programs and staff meetings.
• Conducts site staff meetings.
• Monitors and orders site supplies.
• Prepares forms, records, and reports necessary for site management.
• Allocates funds through grant-based site priorities and needs.
• Supervises, trains, and evaluates assigned personnel.
• Changing diapers and other apparel.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

 

Knowledge of:

• Childcare issues and regulations.
• Principles of childcare program management and early childhood education, including utilization of DRDPs (Desired Results Developmental Profile).
• How to administer and score the ASQs (Ages and Stages Questionnaires).
• Child development child and family support software, which may include tracking attendance, documenting benchmarks, collecting children's art or classwork, managing child care portfolios, maintaining developmental profiles, and organizing classroom environments.
• Various games, sports, arts, crafts, and other activities appropriate to preschool and elementary school-age children.
• Stages of child development.
• Basic first aid, health/hygiene, and safety procedures and requirements.
• Basic record keeping and budgeting principles.
• Principles of supervision, training goal setting, and performance evaluation.

 

Skill/Ability to:

• Maintain and prepare city, state, and federal records and reports.
• Evaluate student Assessment Tools and Reporting findings.
• Organize and direct a variety of recreational activities for preschool and elementary school-age children.
• Coordinate a developmentally appropriate preschool and school-age curriculum.
• Communicate clearly both orally and in writing.
• Understand and apply State and departmental regulations and policies.
• Utilize office software including Microsfot Excel Spreadsheets and Microsoft Word
• Maintain and prepare records and reports necessary for site management.
• Establish and maintain effective communications and working relationships with children, parents/guardians, school district personnel, staff and the general public.
• Use various child development child and family support software, which may include tracking attendance, documenting benchmarks, collecting children's art or classwork, managing child care portfolios, maintaining developmental profiles, and organizing classroom environments.
• Supervise, train and evaluate subordinate personnel.

 

Experience and Training Guidelines

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

Experience:

One (1) year of experience, defined as three (3) hours or more per day for 350 days in the past four (4) years. This experience must be in a group setting working with children aged 2 ½ - 14.  and 100 hours of supervising adults.

Experience teaching in a Title 5 program is desirable.

Training:

AA degree with 24 units in Child Development units including: All 12 units of the core child development classes, 16 General Education units, 6 Administrative units, and a 2-unit adult supervision class, or

A Teaching or Administrative Credential with 15 units in Child Development units including: All 12 units of the core child development classes, and a 3-unit supervised field experience class.

Licenses/Certifications:

Possession of a valid California driver’s license.

Current Site Supervisor permit from the State of California, or a current Site Supervisor Permit Waiver, or must possess the qualifications to obtain a Site Supervisor Permit with one year of hire.

Red Cross Infant/Child CPR/AED and Red Cross First Aid Certifications must be completed within six months of employment.

All Child care employees must pass the Department of Justice fingerprinting scan in order to work for the City of Pacifica.

All State of California Child Development Permits must be maintained.

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Physical demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop or kneel. Use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands or arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. The employee must regularly lift, move, and/or carry up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift, move and/or carry up to 30 pounds.

 

Working environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to video display; works indoors and outdoors and is frequently exposed to outdoor weather conditions and loud noises.

 

The duties described in this job announcement are intended only as illustrations of the basic types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. See attached job description for further details.

San Mateo Medical Center is currently seeking a professional, goal-oriented full-time, regular (benefited) Clinical Services Manager I who will plan, organize, direct, and supervise the operations of our Medical-Surgical (ADC of 35), Intensive Care Unit (ADC 4), and Infusion Center. As Clinical Services Manager I, you will have the opportunity to manage patient care while ensuring appropriate quality of care and compliance with regulations. In addition, you will participate in training, coaching, and counseling activities and perform other assigned duties.

The Clinical Services Manager I will receive direction from the Chief Nursing Officer/Deputy Director and will exercise direct and indirect supervision over professional, clinical, technical, and clerical staff, including consultants and contract service providers. You will join a dynamic team of professionals committed to the mission of our safety net hospital.

This role oversees a large, complex span of control across multiple service lines and requires the ability to manage high-volume operations, competing priorities, and diverse clinical environments simultaneously. The Clinical Services Manager I is expected to operate with a high level of autonomy, making sound operational and staffing decisions while balancing quality, patient safety, and fiscal stewardship. The position requires strong experience in managing large teams, coordinating across departments, and ensuring alignment of day-to-day operations with organizational goals.

This role is grounded in a culture of continuous improvement, where leaders are expected to actively identify opportunities, lead improvement efforts, and embed sustainable changes into daily operations.

The ideal candidate will:

• Possess a Baccalaureate degree in Nursing with certification in a specialty
• Have three years of progressive management/supervisory experience in an accredited hospital or clinic
• Have a background that includes experience in an ICU
• Bring strong clinical and operational leadership experience in acute care settings, with the ability to manage across multiple service lines, including Medical-Surgical, ICU, and infusion services
• Demonstrate experience managing large, complex teams (approximately 75–100+ FTEs), ideally across multiple departments or programs
• Have experience with budget development, financial oversight, and resource management, including labor and operational expense management
• Demonstrate the ability to independently prioritize and manage competing operational demands in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
• Have experience leading through complexity and change while maintaining staff engagement and accountability
• Demonstrate strong critical thinking, with the ability to assess operations, identify gaps, and implement and sustain improvements, including continuous improvement efforts
• Have experience working in environments with high regulatory expectations and maintaining continuous survey readiness
• Demonstrate the ability to build effective working relationships across disciplines, including physicians, ancillary departments, and executive leadership
• Exhibit a leadership style that emphasizes visibility, communication, accountability, and staff engagement
• Demonstrate the ability to coach, develop, and support staff while addressing performance issues appropriately
• Bring established leadership experience with the ability to step into a complex environment, quickly stabilize operations, prioritize effectively, and lead with minimal ramp-up

NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.

 

 

Examples Of Duties

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

• Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and priorities within a defined nursing area or program
• Select, supervise, train, and evaluate clinical, professional, technical, and clerical staff
• Organize, supervise, and monitor the provision of nursing care and related services within assigned units or programs 
• Ensure continuous quality improvement and ongoing regulatory readiness of assigned units or programs 
• Lead and support continuous improvement efforts to enhance quality, efficiency, and patient outcomes
• Prepare cost estimates and justifications for budget recommendations; monitor and control expenditures to ensure objectives are achieved within an approved budget 
• Assist in negotiating, administering, monitoring, and evaluating contracts with outside vendors, consultants, and organizations
• Represent the department in and/or chair relevant committees and work groups
• Provide staff support and subject matter expertise to executive leadership on nursing and operational issues
• Maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including Health System divisions, County departments, medical staff, and community partners 
• Supervise the enforcement of applicable nursing standards, codes, and regulations
• Respond to inquiries and provide information to the public, as appropriate
• Perform related duties as assigned

 

Qualifications

 

Licensure/Certification: Possession of a valid California license as a Registered Nurse (R.N.).  Must possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certificates approved by the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. 

Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is;

• Three years of professional nursing experience in an accredited hospital or clinic, of which at least one year included responsible supervisory experience, unless otherwise specified below in the additional qualifications.
• Two years of the required experience must have been in acute care and surgical nursing and includes experience in infusion, including chemotherapy, telemetry, antibiotics, blood transfusions and pediatrics.

Knowledge of:

• Nurse Practice Act.
• Principles and practices of nursing and clinical systems, including safety and infection control practices.
• Principles and practices of community health care including current trends in research, treatment, prevention, education and related services.
• Principles and practices of program management, including planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Principles of budget preparation and monitoring.
• Principles of personnel training, supervision and evaluation.
• State and other regulatory requirements for assigned unit or program.
• Emergency Medical Services Act (EMS), relevant EMS regulations and functions, and public safety/law enforcement organizations, if assigned to EMS.
• Principles and practices of public health, public health nursing, epidemiology, communicable disease control and prevention, emergency preparedness response and environmental health, if assigned to disease control and prevention and public health nursing programs.
• Non-profit public/private entities, community/faith-based organizations and related state and federal agencies, as well target population for assigned program, if assigned to public health nursing programs.
• Treatment and intervention practices for acute psychiatric population, if assigned to psychiatric nursing.
• Third-party reimbursement systems, revenue streams, and other principles relevant to the financial management of operating rooms, if assigned to perioperative nursing.

 

Skill/Ability to:

• Organize, direct, coordinate and evaluate nursing services that ensure quality patient care and conform to all prescribed standards.
• Work cooperatively with other County departments and public and private organizations, including private medical providers.
• Analyze service delivery problems accurately, develop recommendations and take appropriate action to resolve them.
• Develop, evaluate and maintain accurate records; prepare complex and detailed written reports, procedures and contracts.
• Communicate effectively with administrative, medical, professional, clinical and citizen groups.
• Train staff and coordinate activities of contractors, volunteer groups and staff, as appropriate.
• Conduct field public health investigations; administer immunizations, TB skin tests, and chemoprophylaxis; and perform venipuncture and collect diagnostic specimen, if assigned to disease control and prevention and public health nursing programs.
• Maintain medical stability of acute and chronic conditions in a 24/7, non-medical setting, if assigned to correctional health nursing.
• Lead multi-disciplinary patient care conferences, if assigned to psychiatric nursing.
• Provide unit management and support during evening, off hours and weekends, if assigned to administration and designated as nursing supervisor.
• Surgical scheduling systems, if assigned to medical-surgical nursing.

 

Application/Examination

 

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours)of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, Confidential and Management extra-help/limited term, and SEIU or AFSCME represented extra help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.

The examination will consist of an interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations, or a screening committee may select those applicants whose education and/or experience appear to best meet the needs of the position based solely on the information provided in the application materials. Because of this screening process, all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.

IMPORTANT:Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the"Apply" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
DEADLINE TO APPLY: Monday, April 20, 2026, by 11:59 PM PST
APPLICATION SCREENING: April 23, 2026
COMBINED PANEL/DEPARTMENTAL INTERVIEWS: May 11, 2026
 

About the County

San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.

The County of San Mateo as an employer is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.

The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer. We seek to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. 

We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply.

Carolyn Burns (040626) (Clinical Services Manager I/Nursing - D144)

Are you a dedicated and motivated Dental Assistant who enjoys being part of a team of professionals who provide exceptional dental care to the community and patients in need? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, challenging environment where the rewards are many? If so, then the San Mateo Medical Center (SMMC) Dental Clinics have an exciting career opportunity for you!
 

The San Mateo Medical Center operates five dental clinics located in San Mateo, Redwood City, Daly City, and Half Moon Bay, along with a Mobile Dental Clinic. These clinics provide dental care for children and adults, including homeless and transitional populations. Pregnant women on Medi-Cal and patients with an HIV diagnosis also receive dental services at these clinics, with coverage available through the Ryan White grant. 

All Clinics are open Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM and some Saturdays and evenings. The Fair Oaks Health Center hosts UCSF dental students, while both the Fair Oaks Health Center and the Mobile Dental Clinic host UOP dental students to aid in patient care.

The Dental Assistant Series levels include:

Dental Assistant ($29.55 - $36.92 hourly) is the experienced level class in the Dental Assistant series, competent to independently perform the full range of journey-level dental assisting work under the supervision of a dentist. This class is flexibly staffed with the Registered Dental Assistant and incumbents may advance to the higher level after obtaining required certification and demonstrating the required proficiency for the higher level.

Registered Dental Assistant ($34.92 - $43.66 Hourly) is the advanced journey-level classification in the series.  Under the supervision of a dentist, incumbents at this level perform dental assisting duties which are limited to a person certified as a Registered Dental Assistant in addition to performing Dental Assistant duties of the lower level.

We are seeking Dental Assistants and Registered Dental Assistants who are motivated and demonstrate the willingness to learn and adapt to new situations. All Dental Assistants and Registered Dental Assistants rotate and should be available to work at any of our dental clinics. Transportation to each work site is the employee's responsibility. The current vacancy is a Part-Time, Extra-Help positions. Spanish speaking is preferred, but not required. 

The ideal candidate will be a skilled and compassionate professional with a strong commitment to providing high-quality dental care to underserved communities. This includes children, adults, individuals experiencing homelessness, and patients with complex medical needs. Ideal candidates will also have:

• Proficiency in chairside assisting, digital X-rays, mixing dental materials, and maintaining a sterile environment. Registered Dental Assistants should also have additional skills such as coronal polishing and sealant application.
• Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems, with a strong preference for EPIC.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while remaining composed when handling patient emergencies or high patient volumes.
• A valid California Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license.
• Capability to conduct oral inspections and provide preventive services, including coronal polishing and topical fluoride application.
• Ability to provide chairside assistance in all phases of clinical dentistry, including oral surgery, pediatric dentistry, and other specialized procedures.
• Experience in testing pulp health, fabricating temporary fillings and crowns, and re-cementing dislodged temporary restorations.
• Competency in assisting with the administration of Nitrous sedation.
• Fluency in Spanish (reading, writing, and speaking) is highly desirable.

This role requires a dedicated professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about improving oral health outcomes for diverse and vulnerable populations.

NOTE: This is an extra-help, at-will assignment, paid on an hourly basis. Extra-help hours are dependent on the business needs of the department and therefore work hours may vary from week to week. Extra help employees shall not exceed 1,040 hours of work per fiscal year. Some extra help positions are eligible for benefits under the Affordable Care Act. Extra help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment.

 

 

Examples Of Duties

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

• Prepare patients for examination, treatment or surgery; arrange dental instruments, equipment and accessories on trays; set up medical and dental charts and X-rays.
• Take, develop and mount dental X-rays; maintain cleanliness of the X-ray room.
• Maintain dental/medical records of patient examinations and treatments, dental charts and medical histories; complete insurance forms; schedule return appointments for patients; schedule patients per provider request.
• Maintain office, operatories and equipment in sanitary and orderly condition; clean, oil, and prepare dental equipment for sterilization.
• Mix dental medicaments.
• Follow prescribed procedures in response to patient emergencies during treatment such as gagging, vomiting, convulsions, etc.; clean patients' air passages, remove obstacles from mouth and support head.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Additional duties for Registered Dental Assistant, include, but not limited to:

• Conduct mouth inspections and provide preventative services, including, pit and fissure sealant application, coronal polishing, and topical fluoride application.
• Provide chairside assistance to dental providers in all procedures of clinical dentistry, including. oral surgery, pediatrics, and other procedures as permitted by the California Dental Board for Registered Dental Assistant.
• Under direct supervision, perform pulp vitality testing, and record findings. - Fabricate and cement temporary crowns and place temporary fillings-Under direct supervision, assist in the administration of nitrous oxide sedation (i.e. adjust the flow of gas as directed).

 

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Preparation of patients for examination.
• Methods of use, care and sterilization of instruments and equipment.
• Dental hygiene instruction, prophylaxis or coronal polish (for RDA level), and sealants (for RDA level)
• Dental X-ray techniques and safety procedures.
• Dental terminology.
• Office procedures and record keeping.

Skill/Ability to:

• Take, develop and evaluate dental X-rays.
• Work tactfully with patients and other personnel under stressful conditions.
• Respond appropriately to patient emergencies during treatment or surgery.

Education and Experience:

• Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to qualify is completion of a course of instruction for dental assistants.

Licensure/Certification:

• Possession of a Certificate of examination for radiation safety from the California Board of Dental Examiners.
• Possession of a Certificate of completion for a course in Basic Life Support as approved by the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.

Additional licensure/certification for Registered Dental Assistant:

• Possession of a valid California License as Registered Dental Assistant issued by the California Board of Dental Examiners.  

 

Application/Examination

 

This is an Extra Help recruitment. Anyone may apply. Thorough and detailed responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to the standard San Mateo County employment application. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply.

Apply immediately. Application materials will be accepted until the position is filled. This posting is open on a continuous basis and selection may be made at any time within the process. 

Application materials will be reviewed as they are received, and well-qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

About the County
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.

The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.

 

The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels.
 

Analyst: Debbie Kong (04022026) (Dental Assistant/Registered Dental Assistant - F039/F063)