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The City of Dixon is looking to fill two (2) vacancies for a Departmental Intern for the Engineering Department! This is a great opportunity for Civil Engineering students currently working towards an engineering career who would like to obtain paraprofessional experience at a Public Sector agency. The Engineering/Utilities Department is responsible for the design of residential and commercial developments, construction oversight of infrastructure within the City Right-of-Way, and operation and maintenance of utilities used, owned, and enjoyed by the public. The utility infrastructure includes the municipal water distribution system/facilities, storm drainage collection system/facilities, sewer collection system, and wastewater treatment facility.

This position will perform a variety of entry-level paraprofessional work which may involve research, data collection, investigation, report, and materials preparation, record keeping, and plans evaluation and processing, database maintenance, drafting, wastewater flow studies, measure and calculate project quantities, hydraulic and other analysis and assistance with general office and field tasks.

Length of Employment:  Temporary Employment for a duration of 6-12 months. Subject to change as deemed necessary.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Applications will be reviewed after the recruitment has closed and candidates whose applications indicate that they, among those competing, are better qualified in terms of related education, training and experience will continue in the recruitment process.

EXAM PROCESS: A limited number of candidates whose applications indicate that they, among those competing, are better qualified in terms of related education, training and experience may participate in an interview process (weighted 100%). The most qualified candidates from this process will be placed on an employment eligibility list. Note: the examination process may be changed as deemed necessary. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement in the selection process.

EMPLOYMENT PROCESSING: Those selected will be subject to a pre-employment medical and Live Scan. In accordance with Federal law, an employee must provide proof of identity and legal right to work in the United States.

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

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

Please do not reply to any emails coming from CalOpps during this process as this correspondence does not come back to our agency.

About the Department

Are you ready to join the team that is “Building Community Through Fun?” Are you ready to make a difference?

The City of San José’s Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services (PRNS) is looking for people who want to make San José a better place to live and visit. Our mission is to connect people through parks, recreation, and neighborhood services for an active San José. ActivateSJ, PRNS’s strategic plan, envisions healthy communities that inspire belonging by following the guiding principles of stewardship, nature, equity & access, identity, and public life.
 
The Department creates and activates thriving public places, including over 40 community centers, 10 regional parks, over 200 neighborhood parks, Happy Hollow Park & Zoo, and over 65 miles of trail. We also offer diverse programming for all ages and abilities. We take a fun approach to public service, and value the public’s trust. Our team is collaborative, supportive, and innovative. We are a fast-paced organization that takes decisive action after thoughtful planning.

For more information, please visit sanjoseca.gov/prns.
 

Position and Duties

The Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services is recruiting for Part-Time, Unbenefited Lifeguard and Instructor Lifeguard positions in the Recreation Services Division (RS) for the Citywide Aquatics programming.

The Lifeguard classification is covered by the Minimum Wage Police and pay starts at $18.45 hourly.
The Instructor Lifeguard classification is covered by the Pay Floor Rate and pay starts at $30.48 hourly.

These positions may be required to work variable shifts between the hours of 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Monday – Saturday during the dates of June 15-August 8. Additionally, a MANDATORY training for both Lifeguard and Instructor Lifeguard positions will take place starting the week of June 8, from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. These positions are part-time, unbenefited with a limit of less than 20 hours per week or less than 1,040 hours per year. There is no guarantee of hours or longevity. All programs adhere to Santa Clara County, Public Health guidelines to ensure the health and well-being of staff. Face coverings and Personal Protective Equipment are provided. Staff may assist with daily health screenings, cleaning, and sanitization in City programs following the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines. 

Note: Candidates are not required to possess the Lifeguard Training certificate at the time of completing the application or to interview for the position. If selected for the position of Lifeguard, the Citywide Aquatics program will offer Lifeguard Training certification classes, if needed. If selected for the position of Instructor Lifeguard, the Citywide Aquatics program will be offering Lifeguard Training and American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor's (WSI) certification classes, if needed. The American Red Cross Lifeguard Training certification and the American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification age requirement are at least 15 years old.

If selected to move forward in the conditional offer process, the Lifeguard certification pre course swimming skills test that consists of the following:
•a 300-yard swim using front crawl or breaststroke.
•a 2-minute tread using legs only
•the ability to retrieve a 10-lb dive weight from 7 ft deep, to the surface and swim 20 yds with the weight, using legs only and exit the pool without using a ladder within 100 seconds. 

Lifeguard:
Lifeguards supervise the conduct of swimmers to maintain safety in the swimming pool. Lifeguards also enforce swimming pool rules and may participate in swim instruction programs; observe swimmers in swimming pools; provide warnings to those who violate the safety rules of the pool and expelling them, if necessary, because of willful disobedience of the rules; rescues swimmers who are in distress; and administers artificial respiration when necessary, according to the prescribed method. Lifeguards may also train and direct the work of lower-level workers as assigned and participate in pool maintenance. Possession of a current American Red Cross Lifeguard Training’s Authorization Certificate is REQUIRED for the position of Lifeguard. 

Instructor Lifeguard:
In addition to the duties identified for Lifeguards, Instructor Lifeguards also organize and conduct swimming instruction classes for beginners, intermediate, or advanced swimmers at a swimming pool. Duties will include teaching swimming to children, adult individuals, and groups. Instructor Lifeguards may officiate at competitive swim meets. Instructor Lifeguards must also be able to instruct in the techniques of swimming and lifesaving. Possession of a current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor’s Authorization Certificate (WSI) is REQUIRED for the position of Instructor Lifeguard.  

Lifeguard and Instructor Lifeguards may be placed at any of the City pools. Currently, the City of San José is hiring for four pools at the following locations:
 
Camden Community Center: 3369 Union Ave., San José, CA 95124
Fair Swim Center: 1350 Bacchus Dr., San José, CA 95122
Mayfair Community Center: 2039 Kammerer Ave., San José, CA 95116
Rotary Ryland Pool: 421 North First St., San José, CA 95112

How to apply

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

Distinguishing Characteristics

The Principal Development Services Inspector classification is a single position classification allocated to the Development Services Division of the Department of Planning and Development.

The Principle Development Services Inspector is distinguished from the Senior Building Inspector and Supervising Construction Inspector in that the Principal Development Services Inspector is assigned continuing full supervisory responsibilities over the Senior Building Inspector and Supervising Construction Inspector, professional, technical and support staff; coordinates the activities of inspection operations across the Building, Land Development Engineering and Fire Marshal sections of the Development Services Division; whereas the Senior Building Inspector is responsible to supervise a phase of the inspection program and to perform the more difficult or more specialized inspections. The Supervising Construction Inspector is responsible for a major segment of a program area of construction projects and for supervising staff.

TO LEARN MORE, PLEASE CLICK THE JOB ANNOUCEMENT URL OR JOB PDF BELOW.

About the Department

Are you ready to join the team that is “Building Community Through Fun?” Are you ready to make a difference?

The City of San José’s Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services (PRNS) is looking for people who want to make San José a better place to live and visit. Our mission is to connect people through parks, recreation, and neighborhood services for an active San José. ActivateSJ, PRNS’s strategic plan, envisions healthy communities that inspire belonging by following the guiding principles of stewardship, nature, equity & access, identity, and public life.
 
The Department creates and activates thriving public places, including over 40 community centers, 10 regional parks, over 200 neighborhood parks, Happy Hollow Park & Zoo, and over 65 miles of trail. We also offer diverse programming for all ages and abilities. We take a fun approach to public service, and value the public’s trust. Our team is collaborative, supportive, and innovative. We are a fast-paced organization that takes decisive action after thoughtful planning.

For more information, please visit sanjoseca.gov/prns.

Family Camp in Yosemite is located in the Sierras, about 10 miles west of Yosemite National Park. Family Camp is a summer recreational facility run by the City of San Jose. The camp serves 250-300 campers per day. The program is geared for families by providing lodging, meal service, recreation activities and retail operations.

NOTE: This position requires the Part-Time Unbenefited Cook to report onsite to the Family Camp Yosemite facility in Groveland, California. On-site living facilities are available during the peak season May-October. Schedule will be determined based on operational needs. 

Position and Duties

The Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services Department is currently seeking to fill one (1) Part-Time Unbenefited Cook vacancy at Family Camp in Yosemite.

Family Camp at Yosemite is a 51-acre all-inclusive Camp located in Groveland, California near Yosemite National Park where campers are served three meals a day plus snacks and beverages. The Part-Time Cook will be responsible for managing food service operations which include overseeing seasonal staff for kitchen support, menu planning, inventory budgeting, ordering, and control, coordinating with vendors, kitchen maintenance and cleaning, as well as meal preparation for guests and staff (up to 300 people per day).

The Salary range for this classification is $25.96 – $31.52 hourly.
This salary range includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates’ qualifications and experience.

The Part-Time Unbenefited Cook will work seasonal from April through October with varying hours week to week based on the needs of Camp. Regular season operates May through August this position will work 40 hours a week during this time. The shoulder season (April- May & August to October) schedule will be based on operation needs and private group rentals. The ideal candidate will have experience cooking for a large number of guests, accommodating dietary restrictions and managing a commercial kitchen. 

General duties include training part-time food service employees, assigning work and providing direction; developing and maintaining relationships with work experience program volunteers; developing seasonal food and beverage menus; overseeing food preparation quality and safety; and developing and maintaining an attractive and consistent presentation. Additional duties may be assigned in accordance with facility management needs. Please be advised that this position will have a schedule that may include early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays. Additionally, the position requires long periods of standing, walking, use of a hand-held radio and some lifting. 

• Ensure guests are provided with quality food and beverage items presented in a professional manner that achieves positive reviews and growing sales. 
Interact with park guests to identify, develop, and implement menu items that 
appeal to San José's diverse visitors. 
• Assist in planning, coordination, and conduct catering for special events, private rentals, birthday parties and evaluate food service program trends.
• Ensure staff and facilities are compliant with County Health Department standards and that all food safety certifications are maintained.
• Enforce proper food preparation and handling procedures, in compliance with all Health Department and Food Service Department policies regarding 
sanitation.
• Assist in preparation and servicing of food.
• Provide direction to kitchen staff and volunteers, train, assign and monitor work.
• Coordinate and place orders with food and beverage vendors to ensure that a proper level of inventory is maintained.
• Assist in maintaining cashiers with training and best practices for revenue Security.

How to apply

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

The Energy Department is seeking to fill one (1) full-time Senior Regulatory Compliance & Policy Manager (Senior Power Resources Specialist) position for the Regulatory Compliance & Policy Division. This position reports directly to the Deputy Director of the Regulatory Compliance & Policy Division and will provide technical analysis, assess the potential business impacts to SJCE from proposed regulatory changes, and provide expert public representation.

Under general direction of the Deputy Director, the Senior Regulatory Compliance & Policy Manager will be responsible for engaging in the increasing number of complex electric regulatory proceedings and effectively advocating for the business interests of SJCE at the  California Public Utilities Commission (“CPUC”), the California Energy Commission (CEC), and California Independent System Operator (“CAISO”) to protect and advance San José business and community interests. Typical duties of this position may include, but are not limited to:

• Monitoring and advising internal staff about the progress of regulatory policy and rate-related proceedings
• Performing independent analysis of the possible operational impacts of rate cases and regulatory proceedings
• Representing SJCE before regulatory bodies and on external working groups
• Keeping abreast of key regulatory issues affecting CCAs, and assisting in prioritizing proceedings
• Developing formal written comments to regulatory agencies and advising on advocacy strategy
• Working with other internal teams to share and learn relevant information
• Other duties as assigned     

*** Note: If you are a CalPERS Retired Annuitant please apply to the Interim Public Works Director (Retired Annuitant) job posting. Only one person will be hired between both recruitments. ***

The City of Dixon is excited to announce the recruitment for an Interim Public Works Director (Limited-Term) for a duration of 6-12 months. This interim appointment qualifies for full-time benefits; including CalPERS retirement and is a great opportunity for highly motivated individuals ready to expand and refine their Public Works career.

The Interim Public Works Director will play a critical leadership role during a period of elevated development activity and organizational transition. This position requires a hands-on leader who can maintain momentum on existing initiatives while advancing new priorities across Public Works, Engineering, and land development functions.

This is an exempt, at-will senior management position directly responsible to the City Manager.

***The salary will depend on your qualifications***

Exam Process: A limited number of candidates whose applications indicate that they, among those competing, are better qualified in terms of related education, training and experience may be invited to participate in the subsequent phase of the evaluation process which may include interviews, written exercises, or simulated work problems, after a contingent offer is made Ratification by City Council.

Note: Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement in the selection process. This process may be subject to change as deemed necessary.

Applications will be checked periodically.

Employment Processing: Those selected are subject to pre-employment drug testing, DOJ Clearance (Fingerprinting), credit check and reference checks. In accordance with Federal law, an employee must provide proof of identity and legal right to work in the United States.

Veteran’s Preference Points: Veteran’s Preference points will be applied. A copy of the DD214 form must be filed at the time of application.  Please submit document as one (1) PDF.

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

Please click on the Job PDF to view the announcement.

ENGINEER I/II – Two Positions Available 

Public Works Department

Utilities Department
LEVEL I $8,749.75 - $12,311.67 Monthly Plus Excellent Benefits
LEVEL II $9,665.08 - $13,599.75 Monthly Plus Excellent Benefits
 

Additional steps (Step F, Step G, and Step H) included in the salary range listed above are available to employees in this job classification after completion of five years of service (Step F), ten years of service (Step G), and 15 years of service (Step H), and one year at the prior step, and good performance evaluation.  Initial salary placement is typically at the entry point of the range unless the candidate has prior Civil Engineer experience which may warrant initial placement at a higher step.

Opportunity to work a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off. 

This is a full-time on-site position that actively supports department operations. 

The City of Gilroy is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Join our team! 

ABOUT THE POSITIONS
The City of Gilroy is currently recruiting for a full-time level I or II (depending on qualifications and experience) Civil Engineer to provide technical assistance within the Public Works Department.  The position is currently focused on the Land Development program but is anticipated to also assist the Capital Projects team.  In Public Works, as an Engineer I/II, you will play a significant role in reviewing, coordinating, and delivering infrastructure improvements associated with private and public development projects. 

In Utilities, you’ll play a key role in developing the necessary infrastructure to provide safe and reliable water and wastewater systems for the City of Gilroy. You will be part of a collaborative team that plans and implements water and wastewater capital projects.  

In these key positions, you will work under the direct supervision of a Senior Civil Engineer and will perform professional or sub-professional engineering work in the field and office. For Public Works, assignments will include plan review, engineering analysis, and construction support related to Land Development and Capital Projects. Assignments in the Utilities Department will involve planning, design, and construction for a wide variety of water and wastewater infrastructure geared towards transforming and modernizing the City of Gilroy.
 

CANDIDATE PERSPECTIVE
Working for the City of Gilroy offers more than just a job – it provides the opportunity to build a long-term, meaningful career in public service. As a member of a collaborative and supportive organization, you will gain hands on experience with diverse land development and utilities projects that directly shape the community you serve. The City is committed to professional growth, offering mentorship, training, and opportunities for advancement as your skills and responsibilities expand. Employees are encouraged to innovate, take ownership of their work, and grow alongside the City, making Gilroy and ideal place to develop a rewarding career with lasting impact.

Valley Water's 2026 Summer Internship

Applications are now open on our Careers page. We’re excited to offer 30+ internship opportunities this year. Applicants may apply to more than one position; however, responses to supplemental questions should be tailored to each specific internship.

Valley Water's 2026 College Summer Internship Program offers students nationwide a chance to gain practical experience while exploring careers in the water industry. Each intern will have a Valley Water staff mentor and will receive professional development training, participate in networking events, and prepare a capstone presentation at the end of the program. Although some positions in the program will follow a hybrid format, with a mix of in-office and remote work based on business needs, other roles may require interns to work on-site full-time in a lab, office, or field setting, as specified in the job postings.

Intern compensation is $28.27 per hour.

2026 Summer Internship Business Areas:

• Accounting, Finance, Budgeting
• Communications (Graphic Design)
• Construction Contract & Support
• Electrician
• Engineering (Civil, Construction, Water Resources, Restoration, Software)
• Environmental Health & Safety
• Environmental Planning & Policy
• Government Relations
• Grants & Research
• Human Resources (HRIS)
• Information Technology (IT) - Software Services & Division Deputy's Office
• Laboratory Services (Chemistry/Microbiology/Biology)
• Office of the CEO
• Project Management - Office of Office of Resiliency, Engagement, & Development Initiatives (REDI)
• Water Conservation

For eligibility, program dates, a recruitment timeline, and FAQs please see our external page: https://www.valleywater.org/paid-summer-internships

The final filing date is, Tuesday, February 24th, 2026, at 5:00 pm or after receiving 100 qualified and completed applications, whichever is first.

The City of Sunnyvale is seeking a collaborative and forward-thinking Information Technology Manager to lead the IT Department’s Project Management Office (PMO) Division and drive enterprise technology initiatives that provide essential City services. This is a high-visibility leadership role that reports to the CIO and is responsible for shaping how the City delivers technology projects and is the project manager for several projects at the same time. The PMO Manager leads enterprise project delivery, organizational change efforts, and customer-focused initiatives that span all departments and directly support the community. This position oversees a team of project management professionals delivering complex initiatives and plays a central role in portfolio management, business process improvement, requirements development, and RFP-driven system implementations.

This role is ideal for a strategic and service-oriented leader who enjoys working across departments, mentoring staff, improving processes and turning City priorities into successful outcomes. The successful candidate is comfortable operating at both the executive and project-delivery levels in order to help shape strategy while ensuring strong day-to-day execution. 

What Makes this Role Stand Out? It has: Citywide influence; strategic impact; PMO leadership; team development; hands-on project management over a multitude of IT project types; and is meaningful work, being able to deliver projects that directly improve public services, internal operations, and organizational effectiveness. 

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience managing an IT Project Management Office (PMO), project delivery team, or enterprise project portfolio.
• Recent experience managing multiple complex IT Projects with minimal guidance
• Leadership and supervisory experience, including mentoring staff and establishing staff performance goals.
• Strong knowledge of PMI-based Project Management, Portfolio Management and Program Management Methodologies; PMP, PgMP, PfMP, and/or Prosci certified a plus.
• Proven track record of delivering complex public sector or large organizational technology initiatives.
• Experience leading organizational change and supporting the transition from implementation to operational support.
• Experience using Project Portfolio Management (PPM) tools to provide enterprise project oversight and reporting.
• Understanding of government procurement processes and vendor oversight is a plus.
• Experience establishing performance metrics and KPIs to measure project and portfolio success.

To review the full job description and apply, please use this link: IT Manager