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Applications accepted until Friday, May 30, 2024

Interviews: Tuesday, June 24, 2025

Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing a city application.

THE POSITION

The main role for this position of Network Administrator I/II will focus on Cybersecurity.  The candidate that fills the role will assist in defining enterprise cybersecurity policies, standards, guidelines, and procedures to ensure a robust and current cybersecurity program. They will also be responsible to monitor and analyze cybersecurity incident-related data and determine the appropriate response.

DEFINITION

Network Administrator I: Under general supervision, performs skilled technical work on the City’s data and voice networks, including LAN/WAN equipment, Windows servers, department-specific client/server applications, switching equipment, and UPS devices. This position reports to the Senior Network Administrator under the Department of Finance and Administrative Services. Performs other duties as needed.

Network Administrator II: Under limited supervision, performs complex technical work on the City’s data and voice networks, including LAN/WAN equipment, Windows servers, department-specific client/server applications, telecommunications infrastructure, switching equipment and UPS devices. Manages Microsoft 365 cloud services (O365, Azure, Intune) and enterprise security environments. Provides professional level work, including the design, implementation, evaluation, and daily management of security systems and solutions; and performs duties related to threat detection and prevention, education, risk assessment, compliance, governance, business recovery, forensics, and incident response. Other duties would include, but are not limited to aiding other Network Administrators. Positions in this class require frequent use of a high degree of independent judgment and interpretive ability.

Positions in the Network Administrator II classification are flexibly staffed and normally filled from advancement from the Network Administrator I class, or when filled from the outside, require specific technology experience. Appointment to this class requires the employee to be performing substantially the full range of Network Administrator duties and to meet the qualifications for the class. The class requires the ability to work independently exercising judgment and initiative and a greater knowledge of the City’s data and voice networks. This position reports to the Senior Network Administrator under the Department of Finance and Administrative Services.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Administration of the City’s Data and voice networks, including maintaining, upgrading, and troubleshooting LAN and WIFI network switches, routers, and servers. Maintains network security and data integrity. Researches, implements, and maintains physical and wireless data networks. Configures, maintains, and manages upgrades to client/server software applications. Researches, recommends, installs, and maintains server and network software. Administers and maintains Cloud-based Microsoft 365 solutions. Administers and maintains Virtual Infrastructure (Compute, Storage, and Network).

Develops and maintains the documentation regarding configurations, operations and diagnostic procedures for servers, network, and applications. Maintains system and hardware support contracts. Architects, implements, monitors, maintains, and troubleshoots various security systems that protect the City’s networks, IT/OT systems (including SCADA), applications and critical infrastructure. Designs, organizes, modifies, installs, secures and supports security infrastructure; and provides technical support for network and security issues associated with enterprise applications. Analyzes both raw and processed security alerts, logs and event data to identify potential security incidents, threats, mitigations, and vulnerabilities. Architects, implements, maintains, and troubleshoots the City’s business continuity plan and emergency response plan as it relates to redundant, secure infrastructure. Investigates, analyzes, produces reports, and remediates security incidents that occur on City systems and applications, both onpremises as well as in the cloud. Confirms viable backups, tests, maintains and monitors both on-premises and within the cloud. Performs other duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of: Network firewall, VPN, layer 2/3 switching, VLAN, IP subnetting, Microsoft Online and related services, M365, Azure, Teams, Intune, Exchange, ADFS SSO, Server Virtualization VMware/Hyper-V, Windows Services (GPO,AD, LDAP, NTFS, DFS, DNS, DHCP,NPS, IIS), Enterprise Storage, Data Backup and Recovery, Patch management, Network and System Endpoint Security, System Monitoring, High availability. Microsoft Windows operating systems and Office suites, UPS systems, voice communication technology including PBX, public safety, and voice recording/logging systems. Relevant industry requirements and government regulations (e.g., PCI-DSS, CJIS, NIST, NERC CIP, ISO 27000, etc.)

Ability to: Apply current industry-standard technologies toward the administration of public sector data and voice networks; provide broad and narrow analyses of systems and recommend improvements; manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; document current status and progression of systems; assist in training of team members and the user community; interact positively and cooperate with co-workers, respond politely to customers, work as a team member, function under demanding time pressure, respond in a positive manner to supervision, and attend work and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis.

Experience:

NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR I: A minimum of three years of full-time, responsible experience in administering server and network infrastructure, storage, and security.

NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR II: A minimum of five years of full-time, increasingly responsible experience in administering server and network infrastructure, storage, and security.

Education:

NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR I: High school graduation or equivalent. Graduation from college or university with emphasis in computer science, information technology, or related field, and current certification (CCNA, MCSE, CCSA, CCSE, CEH, Security+) desirable.

NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR II: High school graduation or equivalent. Graduation from college or university with emphasis in computer science, information technology, or related field, and current certification (CCNA, MCSE, CCSA, CCSE, CEH, Security+) desirable.

License: Possession of a valid Class C California Driver License.

Applicants for this position must submit to a complete background investigation conducted by Daly City Police Department sworn personnel

Are you passionate about maintaining and enhancing the beauty and safety of our urban landscapes? The City of Simi Valley is seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Tree Trimmer to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead tree maintenance operations, ensure the health of our community's trees, and make a lasting impact on the environment. If you have a strong work ethic, a commitment to safety, and a love for working outdoors, we encourage you to apply and grow your career with us!

Details:

• Full-time regular position, 4/10 schedule
• Salary range $26.90 to $34.34 hourly with Excellent Benefits 
• To view the full job description, click on the link below.

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

Education/Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in tree and landscape care and maintenance.

Experience: Four years of increasingly responsible experience in maintaining, trimming, and caring for trees, landscape, and related equipment, including tree climbing experience are required. Supervisory/lead experience is desired.

License or Certificate:

Possession of, or ability to obtain within one year, certification as a Certified Arborist from the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA).

Possession of, or ability to obtain within six months, Electrical Hazard Awareness Procedures and CPR/First Aid/AED certifications.

Possession of, and ability to maintain, a valid Class A drivers license including trailer and tank endorsements.

The Department of Public Works is seeking well-qualified candidates for the position of Stationary Engineer II.

About the Department
The Department of Public Works plans, designs, constructs, operates, and maintains facilities and equipment that are safe and accessible to the clients of County agencies, the general public, and County employees. The Department advises the Board of Supervisors on all public works issues, including rates and charges for services that are fair to both the users and service providers.
 
Public Works has a budget of approximately $200 million and is comprised of over 300 employees in four divisions: Administrative Services and Airports, Engineering and Resource Protection, Facility and Capital Projects, and Road Services.
 
Facilities Maintenance & Operations
FM&O, short for Facilities Maintenance & Operations, ensures County facilities are safe, comfortable, and clean. From historic landmarks to modern offices, we keep things running smoothly.

The FM&O Stationary Engineers perform maintenance and repairs to the various plumbing, mechanical, and lighting systems throughout County facilities. These include boilers, chillers, pumps, motors, lamps, ballasts, drivers, toilets, sinks, and faucets as well as utilizing the lighting and building control systems to schedule and adjust run times of the various pieces of equipment. There are multiple Stationary Engineer I/II vacancies in FM&O.

Our team turns the screws, tightens the bolts, hammers the nails, paints the walls, and types in the codes to keep all the buildings and their systems working. If it's loose, stuck, hot, cold, light, or dark FM&O gets the call. Whatever it takes, our team does it with professionalism, care, and heart!
 
The Position
Under the direction of a Supervising Stationary Engineer, Stationary Engineers are responsible for a wide variety of repair and maintenance work in the areas of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, emergency power systems, water treatment systems, boiler equipment, and piping repair, building automation systems, and miscellaneous equipment repair. Stationary Engineer II is a journey-level classification, and incumbents are expected to have proficiency, perform independently, and solve complex problems in all of the areas listed above.

There are multiple vacancies to be filled throughout the Department. Work locations will include Redwood City Government Center, San Mateo Medical Center, Youth Services Center, and Maple Street Correctional Facility.
Candidates hired as Stationary Engineers must be willing to work evenings, weekends, and alternate shifts. They must also successfully obtain and maintain a Sheriff's Office security clearance as a condition of employment. 
 
The ideal candidates for these positions will have:

• At least three years of journey-level experience as a Stationary Engineer.
• A minimum of three years of journey-level experience in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Extensive knowledge and experience working with boiler and HVAC systems.
• Proficiency in a wide variety of installations and repairs on plumbing, gas system piping, chiller/boiler piping, and wastewater systems, including the ability to operate a large sewer snake.
• Certification as a Backflow Prevention Tester.
• Experience in energy management and computer-controlled systems.
• The ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain a variety of equipment, including air conditioning, electric motors, heating units, heat pumps, light commercial furnaces, burners, fresh air and exhaust fans, economizers, and humidifiers.
• Experience with Fire Alarm testing, troubleshooting, and NFPA codes.
• Experience in a hospital or healthcare setting.

Examples Of Duties:

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

• Operate, maintain, install, and repair electrical, refrigeration, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and ventilating systems.
• Operate, maintain, and repair boiler equipment.
• Repair and replace pipes, fittings, and other equipment used in plumbing, gas, and steam systems.
• Repair electrical equipment, including lamps, fixtures, and switches; adjust electrical controls, motors, and auxiliary equipment up to 480 volts.
• Test, operate, maintain, and repair emergency power systems, including UPS, emergency generators, and associated equipment.
• Use hand and power tools, including cutting and threading tools, grinders, reamers, wrenches, welders, saws, and other special tools.
• Make minor carpentry repairs to doors, windows, floors, and other parts of buildings.
• Do touch-up painting on repaired equipment.
• Remove or arrange for the removal of trash, pests, and other hazardous materials or debris in the course of performing work. 
• Properly place, set, and inspect traps, and collect and remove insects and pests.
• Reclaim or recycle refrigerant using Freon recovery systems.
• Operate water treatment facility, including wastewater and potable water.
• Adjust and calibrate boiler burners and controls.
• Adjust and calibrate chiller controls.
• Test, calibrate, and repair backflow devices.
• Calibrate HVAC controls and associated equipment.
• Monitor building management systems.
• Replace pumps and pump seals, and repair and replace motor valves.
• Repair and replace air conditioning units.
• Troubleshoot HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and energy power systems.
• Conduct preventative maintenance.
• Understand fire alarm systems.
• Repair and install chemical monitoring stations.
• Repair, test, and record data on generators.

If designated as the certified water treatment operator:

• Operate water treatment facility, including wastewater and potable water, consistent with performance standards, federal and state regulations, and variable operating conditions and emergencies.
• Make periodic inspections and reports of facility conditions to ensure adherence to maintenance procedures.
• Perform water sampling in coordination with the health laboratory.
• Maintain logs of facility operations, test results, scheduled maintenance, and other operating conditions.
• Control filter operations.
• Coordinate special projects related to water treatment and distribution, in close coordination with supervisor/manager.
• Troubleshoot complex technical problems related to water treatment and develop recommendations to improve water quality standards, facility effectiveness, and efficiency.
• Perform quality analysis of raw and treated water.
• Compile data concerning flows, chemical dosages, levels, pressure, volume, water quality, and other operational information.
• Prepare reports.

Qualifications:

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

• Completion of courses related to maintenance, installation, and repair of electrical, HVAC, plumbing, refrigeration, and power equipment.
• Two years of journey-level experience as a stationary engineer or equivalent, AND demonstrated experience in maintaining, installing, and repairing electrical, HVAC, plumbing, refrigeration, and power equipment in a large building, plant, or vessel.
• Two years of experience can be substituted with the completion of an apprenticeship program.

Licensure/Certification:

• Must obtain and maintain Sheriff's Office security clearance.
• Universal Certification in Freon recovery upon hire.
• Obtain Backflow Certification within six months of hire and maintain certification.
• If designated as the water treatment operator, possession of or ability to obtain a valid Grade II Water Treatment Operator Certification issued by the State of California within six months of employment is required.

Knowledge of:

• Common safety practices in the workplace.
• Heating and electrical equipment.
• Principles and techniques used in stationary engineering.
• Proper and safe use of basic hand tools.
• Basic arithmetic for measuring, calibrating, and estimating.
• Steam and gas fired heating systems; refrigeration equipment; ventilating and air-conditioning equipment.
• Electrical, plumbing and refrigeration systems.
• Controls and control systems.
• Emergency power systems, generators, and associated equipment.
• Freon recovery procedures and equipment, if at Level II.
• Water treatment systems and operations, principles and practices, and regulatory mandates, if designated as certified water treatment operator.
• Safety rules, regulations, and work practices, including reference to hazardous chemicals.
• Basic record-keeping principles and practices.

Skill/Ability to:

• Follow safety practices.
• Troubleshoot and/or repair, replace, regulate and control electrical, refrigeration, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and ventilating systems.
• Determine and estimate materials required for a job and prepare requisitions.
• Use hand and power tools.
• Make metal parts and equipment.
• Perform minor carpentry and painting tasks.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate effectively, courteously, and professionally with customers and others.
• Read and interpret plans.
• Prepare and maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Operate standard office equipment, computers, and timekeeping systems.
• Lift and carry materials, supplies, and equipment; climb ladders; and crawl in tight spaces.
• Perform water treatment plan and distribution system operations and maintenance activities if at Level II and designated as water treatment operator. 

Application/Examination:

Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in classified regular, probationary, extra-help/limited term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination. 
 
The examination process will consist of an Application Screening (weight: pass/fail), and an Interview (weight: 100%), which may include a performance exam. 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. All applicants who meet 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.

This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement.

Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process.

Tentative Recruitment Schedule: 
Round 1 of Screening: Week of May 12, 2025
Round 1 of Panel Interviews: Week of May 16, 2025
Round 2 of Screening: Week of June 16, 2025
Round 2 of Panel Interviews: Week of July 7, 2025
Round 3 of Screening: Week of July 28, 2025
Round 3 of Panel Interviews: Week of August 11, 2025

Have you ever thought about a career in Engineering?  

• Do you enjoy working in an office environment, utilizing computer systems, organizing, problem-solving, and assisting customers and fellow employees by email, in person, and on the phone?
• Are you looking for a career where every day is different but the organization is stable?
• Does the idea of learning in-depth skills in engineering practices, policies, procedures, and laws as they apply to City government sound exciting?
• Are you approachable with the ability to work in a team environment performing important work to infrastructure to support local communities.

Then we want to talk to you!

Details:

• Full-time regular position, 9/80 work schedule with Friday off
• Salary range $33.77 - $43.12 hourly with Excellent Benefits (see below)

The City of East Palo Alto is seeking

Professional leadership, is it YOU?

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of a

UTILITY MANAGER

(FULL-TIME PERMANENT)

Salary: $151,787—$184,498 Annually

$12,648—$15,374 Monthly

Plus Wonderful Benefits

Deadline to apply: Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at 11:59 PM

The City of East Palo Alto is seeking an empowering, self-motivated leader to fill the full-time permanent Utility Manager position. The Utility Manager plans, schedules, assigns, and reviews the work of consultants, contractors, and staff within the assigned area. The Manager will also assist with long- and short-term project planning, design, maintenance, and operations in one or more of the following utility areas: water, wastewater, collection systems, solid waste, telecommunications, storm drain systems, and other utility related programs. Additionally, the Manager performs a variety of complex and responsible support to the City Manager/General Manager and Public Works Director/District Engineer on all City and East Palo Alto Sanitation District (EPASD) utility and engineering related matters. 

For more information about this exciting opportunity, please view the brochure below: 

JOIN OUR COLLABORATIVE TEAM TODAY!

The City of East Palo Alto invites qualified candidates for the position of

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Salary: $103,666 - $126,007 Annually

$8,638 - $10,500 Monthly

Plus, an attractive benefits package

Deadline to apply: Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at 11:59 PM

The City of East Palo Alto is seeking a collaborative, meticulous, outgoing Senior Accountant. The Senior Accountant performs financial accounting and budget preparation, analysis and maintenance, payroll analyses, reconciliation of various accounts, sets up and monitors capital assets, purchasing activities, and a variety of professional accounting tasks relative to the assigned area of responsibility for the City and East Palo Alto Sanitary District (EPASD). 

This is an open, competitive/ promotional recruitment, meaning that it is open to qualified permanent employees and any other applicants who meet the minimum qualifications. Two employment lists will be created for internal promotion and an open list of all other non-current EPA employees.

For more information about this sensational job opportunity, please view the brochure below: 

The Public Works Maintenance Superintendent (Streets) is a management-level role within the Maintenance Division of the Public Works Department. This position is responsible for overseeing the operation of construction and maintenance equipment, street and sidewalk repairs, street drainage system maintenance, and graffiti abatement.

Key duties for this role include:

• Overseeing the operation of construction and maintenance equipment.

• Managing street and sidewalk repairs.

• Maintaining street drainage systems.

• Leading graffiti abatement efforts.

This position also involves:

• Coordinating the functions needed to maintain streets and related infrastructure in a safe and reliable manner, ensuring accessibility for all users.

• Coordinating the equipment needs of the Streets Section.

• Managing activities including staff supervision, assisting with budget preparation and monitoring, and addressing the training and safety needs of the staff.

Details:

• Full-time regular position, 4/10 work schedule
• Salary range $97,406 - $125,112 annually with Excellent Benefits (see below)

THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO USE SKILLS IN CIVIL ENGINEERING, HYDROLOGY, OR WATER RESOURCE ENGINEERING TO SERVE THE CITY OF EPA!

The City of East Palo Alto is now accepting applications for the position of

PART-TIME (LIMITED TERM 2-YEARS)

SPECIAL PROJECTS MANAGER

(PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT)

PAY: $65.10 - $69.33 Hourly 

Deadline to Apply: Thursday, May 15, 2025, at 11:59 PM

The City of East Palo Alto is seeking an enthusiastic, self-driven Part-Time Limited Term One (2)-year Special Projects Manager for the Public Works Department. This position will manage and perform oversight of the design work for the Safer Bay levee project within the limits of East Palo Alto, south of Bay Road. The project is currently at the 30% design stage, and is being designed by a separate Engineering firm. For more information about the project, please follow this link: https://www.sfcjpa.org/safer-bay-project

This position provides the following, but is not limited to organizational efficiency, support involving specific projects, project management assistance with administrative and special studies, assistance in alleviating a backlog of work, written reports or other work product, consultation and presentations, design review and may supervise staff on a temporary basis. This is a part-time, limited-term position that will work approximately 18-20 hours per week, and not to exceed 960 hours per year.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The City of Pacifica is a beautiful coastal community, just south of San Francisco with an exciting opportunity. We are currently hiring for Maintenance Assistants to join our team. Under general supervision, Maintenance Assistants perform unskilled/semi-skilled labor and maintenance work.

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.

SALARY

$19.00 - $23.00 per hour

This is a part-time, at-will, non-benefited position. Hours are limited to less than 1,000 hours per year.

BASIC EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

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

• Perform a variety of unskilled/semi-skilled maintenance or custodial duties involving manual labor of facilities, parks, storm drains, streets, etc.
• Clean and inspect facilities for vandalism or potential hazards.
• Sanitize surfaces, repair minor plumbing problems, diagnose basic sewer issues, replace components on fixtures.
• Maintain area(s) as assigned including parks and public buildings, performing basic repairs, inspections and landscaping.
• Load and unload supplies and materials.
• Assist with various areas of public works such as minor asphalt repairs, brush removal, facility repairs, stewardship of protected species, etc.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Please refer to job description for additional information.

The City of Brisbane is accepting applications for our summer internships.  Our internships are project oriented and are designed to give college students a good general overview of future employment opportunities and current issues in the Public Sector.  You will have the opportunity for exposure to various areas of City Administration during your internship, as well as have opportunities to network with fellow interns and participate in professional development activities in San Mateo County and/or Santa Clara County.

Community Development Projects:

• Provide hands on support to our lively Community Development team! Potential duties include research and preparation of city ordinances pertaining to parking and housing, participating in community engagement and other public outreach efforts, and performing website and public information updates.