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San Mateo County Health would like to invite you to apply for the position of Nurse Practitioner.

At San Mateo County Health, we lead by example. From our most seasoned professionals to our newest team members, everyone has the opportunity to step forward to offer their insight, opinions and ideas.  As part of our teaching hospital, you'll have the chance to explore new avenues for growth while you meet the diverse healthcare needs of a thriving, vibrant community. If you're ready to discover the leader in you, we invite you to discover San Mateo County Health where we are all together better.  We currently have vacancies in our Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) division, Correctional Health Services division, Public Health Policy and Planning division, and the San Mateo Medical Center and Clinics.

Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) offers a broad spectrum of mental health and substance use services for children, youth, families, adults and older adults in San Mateo County in the prevention, early intervention and treatment of mental illness and/or substance use conditions. Mental health services are also available for emotionally disturbed children, older adults at risk of institutionalization, children in special education or at risk of out-of-home placement, uninsured residents of San Mateo County and people of any age in a major crisis.
 
Correctional Health Services provides integrated medical, dental, mental health, and chemical dependency treatment to San Mateo County's incarcerated adults, and medical and dental care to the juvenile hall population. Medical services include health screening, treatment, education, and 24-hour emergency response for juveniles and adults.

Public Health Policy and Planning includes Edison HIV Clinic and Mobile Health Clinic/Street and Field Medicine program. Edison Clinic provides comprehensive patient-centered HIV primary care services to persons living with HIV (PLWH) within San Mateo County as well as provides services in diagnosis and treatment of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) to all San Mateo county residents. The Mobile Health Clinic/Street and Field Medicine program provides field-based medical care focusing on homeless, formerly incarcerated, and farmworker/farmworker family member individuals. The program provides medical care in the field at encampments and homeless congregation sites, homeless shelter, peripheral sites outside of San Mateo County Clinics, and on a mobile medical clinic vehicle that parks at scheduled sites throughout the county.

The San Mateo Medical Center is a public hospital and clinic system fully accredited by the Joint Commission. The Medical Center operates outpatient clinics throughout San Mateo County and also an acute-care hospital. We serve the healthcare needs of County residents, serving as the healthcare home for underserved and underinsured residents, with an emphasis on education and prevention. Under general supervision, Nurse Practitioners will provide services such as conducting complete physical examinations, developing diagnostic impressions, and managing care of patients working in one or more specialty areas, such as geriatric, pediatric, family health, or OB/GYN practice.
 
Our nurses are part of a collaborative healthcare team dedicated to providing excellent care to our patients. At the County of San Mateo you'll find a supportive environment and opportunities to grow in your profession through training and education, including in-house Continuing Education units.  Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification preferred.

Current vacancies:

• One Part-Time Extra-Help Nurse Practitioner vacancy for the Inpatient Surgical Unit, San Mateo Medical Center
• One 0.8 FTE Extra-Help Nurse Practitioner vacancy for the Medical Specialty Clinic, San Mateo Medical Center
• One 1.0 FTE Regular Nurse Practitioner vacancy for Ron Robinson Senior Care Center (RRSCC), San Mateo Medical Center, and one Extra Help Vacancy for RRSCC
• One Extra-Help Nurse Practitioner vacancy for a Lactation Consultant Nurse Practitioner with additional certification as an Advance Practice Nurse (CNM, WHNP or FNP), for OB/Gyn
• One Part-Time Extra Help Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Vacancy,  Bilingual Spanish and English Required for Fair Oaks Health Center's Integrated Behavioral Health Clinic
• One 0.5 FTE Regular Nurse Practitioner Vacancy in Mental Health Primary Care to provide integrated primary care for patients with Serious Mental Illness (SMI) during their stay at Cordilleras, a Mental Health Rehabilitation Center in Redwood City. 

A Unique Opportunity

Known for its outstanding quality of life and small-town setting, the Town of Los Altos Hills is seeking an accomplished executive to become its new City Manager. The City Council is looking for a candidate who would be a good fit for the community, a strong leader for Town staff, and a successful partner with City Council. This top professional is expected to have strong leadership skills, effective interpersonal and communication skills, and a strong passion for public service. The selected City Manager will also need to have an inclusive management style combined with a hands-on approach to day-to-day operations. A thorough understanding of municipal finance, community planning, and public works is of high importance to the City Council.

This leader will thrive in an environment that embraces an entrepreneurial spirit and approach to local government, sets high expectations, and demands a high level of customer service and responsiveness. Additionally, this top executive will be a collaborative leader with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. Known as a “people person,” this individual will value collaboration and strive for best practices in the delivery of services, while at the same time, invite and encourage community engagement. An open and approachable leadership style is strongly desired in order to relate well to a broad spectrum of stakeholders including elected officials, town commissions and committees, and an active community. This leader will welcome input and value contributions from all sources yet be able to guide the policymakers with a strong sense of purpose.

 

Our Vision 

Equity and optimal health for all communities to thrive. 

 

Our Mission 

Public Health, Policy & Planning is dedicated to advancing health equity and well-being, in collaboration with our communities and through partnerships, for those who live, work, learn, and play in San Mateo County. 

 

Our Values 

Accountability, Equity, Collaboration, Trust  

 

San Mateo County Health is seeking a well-qualified individual for the position of Chief Animal Control & Licensing and Chief Deputy Registrar of Vital Records (Health Services Manager II). This high-level manager will plan, coordinate, implement and manage activities of County-wide programs and services; recommend, develop, implement and evaluate goals, objectives, policies and procedures; provide leadership and coordination to community groups, public and private agencies, advisory boards and volunteers in planning and implementing programs.

There is currently one regular vacancy within the Public Health, Policy & Planning Division located in San Mateo, CA. This position will travel/drive within the County to perform duties of the job and will provide oversight to the following programs:

Animal Control and Licensing 

• Coordination of animal control services among the 20 city partners. Oversight includes contract and fiscal management of a $6.5 million contract annually, program implementation, reporting compliance, and evaluation.
• Management of the County’s 4,300-square-foot animal shelter, which houses stray and owned animals as well as wildlife. Annually, the shelter receives approximately 4,200 live dogs and cats and provides care for an additional 750 domestic animals.
• Response to nearly 10,000 field services calls and collection of approximately 1,700 live wild animals in the field each year.
• Oversight of the Veterinary Wellness Program to provide access to vaccinations, veterinary services, and necessary medical care for animals within homeless and low-income communities.
• Maintenance of the Fostering Wellness Program to ensure individuals entering rehabilitation programs or hospitals can access essential services without surrendering their pets by temporarily placing their animals in foster care.
• Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Animal Control Branch Director responsibilities to coordinate effective and unified emergency response in collaboration with Peninsula Humane Society, SPCA, and the San Mateo County Large Animal Evacuation Group.
• Knowledge of animal control laws to support enforcement and provide community education.

 

Vital Records

• Ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations for birth and death records.
• Maintaining awareness and knowledge state and federal laws and regulations.
• Timely submission of accurate birth and death records to aid epidemiology in the reduction of negative health outcomes through research, community education, and health policy development.
• Oversight of the distribution of medical marijuana ID cards.
• Coordination with County Coroner, County Attorney, Board of Supervisors, funeral homes, and County residents for vital records requests and requirements.

This position reports to the Director of Public Health, Policy & Planning and directly supervises nine staff and manages a team of thirteen professional and support staff. 

The primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:  

• Plan, direct, monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of activities, services and programs for Animal Control and Licensing/Vital Records. 
• Direct, coordinate, and participate in the development and implementation of program goals, objectives, policies, procedures and priorities that balance both mandated services and public health needs.
• Ensure accurate data collection and reporting to fulfill legal obligations.
• Ensure services are coordinated with programs of other County Health divisions and County departments.
• Maintain effective working relationships with a wide variety of public and private organizations such as internal and external county divisions and departments, external government agencies, community-based organizations and private contractors.
• Conduct public relations to promote program goals, objectives and regulations.
• Establish, facilitate and maintain effective communication, internally and externally.
• Identify operational and service delivery problems and implement solutions.
• Direct and assist in managing budget for programs and services.
• Prepare, administer and monitor approved budget to ensure the accomplishment of objectives within budget restrictions.
• Ensure that programs are funded with adequate resources to maintain mandated and expected levels of service.
• Negotiate or participate in negotiation of contracts with outside vendors, consultants or organizations; monitor and evaluate related fiscal and legal liabilities.
• Through direct and indirect supervision, select, supervise, train and evaluate staff.

 

Ideal candidate will possess:

• At least three years’ experience supervising animal control and licensing programs and/or vital records services. 
• Experience in animal care, husbandry, or related fields, or with a proven track record in administrative support and office operations.
• Experience in managing programs with multiple funding streams, including grants and fees.
• Experience in emergency action planning and management.
• Knowledge of applicable Health and Safety Codes (for example, CA HSC 122322, CA HSC 121690, CA HSC 122331, CA HSC Division 102).
• Ability to implement change management principles and practices.
• Experienced with analyzing and presenting data in ways that are easily understandable for a diverse array of audiences.
• Experience developing solicitations for services or vendor agreements and developing, implementing, and monitoring contracts. 
• Knowledge of invoicing and reimbursement practices (for example, Accounts Payable Invoice Automation, Coupa, Relish AI).
• Experience with Microsoft Suite applications including Excel, Power BI, SharePoint.
• Working knowledge of required reporting systems (for example, Cornerstone, Electronic Death Records, Electronic Birth Records, Fetal Death Registration Module).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience as a manager, coach, and leader with a track record of supporting programs and staff and motivating teams with humility to achieve equitable goals and objectives.
• Strong personnel management skills and ability to maintain a leadership position for multiple teams and disciplines.

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

 

 

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of public administration, and program management, including planning, implementation and evaluation and reporting.
• Principles and methods of community health services, including current trends in education, research, treatment, prevention, rehabilitation, environmental health or related services.
• Laws, codes and regulations governing community health care and knowledge of County, state and federal legislative developments applicable to contemporary health issues.
• Organizational, personnel and fiscal management within a multi-faceted, community-based program setting.
• Community resources and public/private services and funding sources.

Skill/Ability to:

• Identify and analyze complex community health issues and problems.
• Plan, organize, and coordinate programs and services on a comprehensive, county-wide level to meet community needs.
• Integrate a variety of activities and services to achieve program goals, objectives, and priorities.
• Apply principles and techniques of community organization.
• Speak effectively to diverse audiences, including clinical, professional, civic and citizen groups.
• Maintain cooperative working relationships with other program managers and staff, other agencies and the community; enlist and mobilize community support for programs.
• Prepare complex and detailed written reports, program policies, procedures and contracts.
• Train staff and coordinate activities of contractors, volunteer groups and staff.

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:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in public health, nursing, social work, public administration or a related discipline.

• Experience: Two years of administrative or managerial experience in a health, social or community services organization, including significant responsibility for one or more of the following: program and budget development, funding, utilization, coordination of community resources or program evaluation.

 

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Final Filing Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 by 11:59 p.m. PST

Application Screening: Week of February 23, 2026  

Combined Civil Service Panel and Department Interviews: Monday, March 9, 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.

HR Contact: Debbie Kong (02032026) (Health Services Manager II - D033)

The City of Redwood City invites you to apply for the position of Community Service Officer. 

A Community Service Officer is a non-sworn uniformed police technician who is responsible for basic criminal and traffic collision investigations, issuing parking citations and warnings, towing abandoned vehicles, and basic collection of investigative information and evidence. The duties of Community Service Officers are instrumental in ensuring the availability of sworn police officers to conduct more critical patrol activities. This current opening in the Police Department is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual seeking variety and challenge in an area of law enforcement which does not involve criminal enforcement activity such as making arrests or serving warrants.  The incumbent will perform a variety of important law enforcement duties and will respond to calls for service from members of the public in appropriate circumstances; including performing traffic control, serving subpoenas, taking crime reports, assisting in community events, and in other areas which do not require arrest powers.

WHY JOIN THE REDWOOD CITY TEAM?

We offer a wide range of meaningful career opportunities with potential for growth, training and development, competitive salaries, flexible work schedules, paid time off, and robust benefits. The Redwood City team is guided by the core values of excellence, integrity, service, collaboration, inclusion and innovation.  Inherent in these values is a great organizational culture based on trust, strong and supportive leadership, respect, risk-taking, empowerment, and effective communication.

The community is known for its inclusivity, strong engaged neighborhoods, and civic pride. The City works diligently to maintain positive and productive relationships with community partners, together providing outstanding services, programs and opportunities for residents and businesses. This mix of tradition and progress, community, and diversity, makes Redwood City an extraordinary place to work and call home. If you’re looking to grow your career as a part of a professional and progressive Police Department team that fosters innovation, creativity and collaboration, we hope you’ll apply.  

OVERVIEW 
The Judicial Council of California is accepting applications for the position of Construction Inspector with the Facilities Services office. 

The Construction Inspector is responsible for providing technical construction inspections of architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and related elements during construction or alteration of judicial branch buildings and facilities. Incumbents may direct the work of contracted staff, and/or may serve as specialists who work independently and deal with complex and/or sensitive projects relating to detailed technical inspections of construction materials, methods, and work quality, and monitor construction work for compliance with plans, specifications, and regulations. In this capacity, Construction Inspectors ensure compliance with applicable codes, rules, and regulations, provide technical direction in assigned area of expertise, and serve as a point of contact for both internal clients and external regulatory agencies. Incumbent should have working knowledge of California Building Standards Code, Title 24.
 

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San Mateo Medical Center, part of San Mateo County Health, is a public hospital and clinic system fully accredited by The Joint Commission. The Medical Center operates outpatient clinics throughout San Mateo County and an acute-care hospital in San Mateo. Our vision is that every patient will live the healthiest life possible.

As a county health department, San Mateo County Health provides public health programs and clinical and supportive services to the community, with a mission to help everyone in San Mateo County live longer and better lives.

The Department of Psychiatry is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Educator committed to patient safety, equity, and the professional development of psychiatric nursing staff. This role supports Psychiatric Emergency Services (PES) and Adult Inpatient Psychiatric Services through education, competency support, and collaboration to promote safe, evidence-based care.

There is one full-time position supporting both Psychiatric Emergency Services and Adult Inpatient Psychiatric Services.

The successful hire in this position will:

• Coordinate and maintain nursing education and competency documentation and participate in hospital and departmental committees related to nursing practice, quality, and patient safety.
• Collaborate with Department of Psychiatry leadership and frontline staff to support quality and safety initiatives aligned with regulatory and professional standards.
• Provide direct patient care as needed while supporting staff orientation, onboarding, and education within established role boundaries.
• Apply clinical experience in psychiatric emergency and inpatient settings to support education, consultation, and safe clinical practice.
• Demonstrate strong assessment, critical thinking, technical nursing, communication, and teaching skills.

The position includes approximately 20% direct patient care and 80% indirect care focused on education, competency support, and quality activities. Time allocation may vary based on operational needs; flexibility is required.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong clinical judgment, assessment, and psychiatric nursing skills.
• Effective communication, collaboration, and teaching abilities.
• Experience educating or mentoring staff in formal or informal settings.
• Ability to translate regulatory requirements and best practices into practical bedside education.
• Proficiency with the electronic medical record (Epic) for reporting, auditing, and education.
• ANCC Psychiatric Nursing Certification.
• Associate Degree in Nursing with five (5) years of psychiatric nursing experience, OR
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing with two (2) to five (5) years of psychiatric nursing experience, OR
• Master’s Degree in Nursing with two (2) years of psychiatric nursing experience.

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:

• Perform direct and indirect psychiatric nursing duties consistent with licensure, scope of practice, and operational needs.
• Support Nursing Education through orientation, onboarding, competency validation, and continuing education activities.
• Provide clinical education, consultation, and guidance to support safe, evidence-based patient care.
• Assist staff in addressing complex patient care situations using analytical and problem-solving skills, referring issues through appropriate channels.
• Assess learning and competency needs and develop education plans, procedures, and materials.
• Provide education related to nursing assessment, care planning, implementation, documentation, and evaluation.
• Collaborate with nursing management and interdisciplinary partners to support staff development and continuing education.
• Participate in staff meetings, education forums, and interdisciplinary discussions related to patient care and quality improvement.
• Maintain and analyze education, competency, and quality-related records and documentation.
• Conduct classroom and skills-based training in complex areas of psychiatric nursing, including crisis prevention and de-escalation.
• Review and summarize nursing and psychiatric research to support evidence-based practice.
• Share education and quality improvement outcomes through reports, presentations, or professional forums.
• Serve as a clinical role model and educational resource for nursing staff and interdisciplinary team members.
• Participate in departmental quality monitoring and performance improvement activities.
• Provide psychiatric nursing education support to the medical center’s clinics, medical emergency, acute care, and skilled nursing units.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Licensure/Certification:

• A California license as a Registered Nurse.
• Possession and maintenance of BLS certification.
• Possession and maintenance of a Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certificate within three months of hire.

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
• Masters degree in Nursing.

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 setting.
• 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 relationship with patients and staff members.
• Communicate effectively.

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

Nurse Educator - Must have knowledge of and verifiable experience in adult education curriculum development, program evaluation, and evidence-based and best practice implementation.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Deadline to Apply: Friday, February 27, 2026 11:59 PM PST
Application Screening: March 5, 2026
Combined Panel/Departmental Interviews: March 19, 2026

Analyst: Carolyn Burns (020626) (Clinical Nurse - F011)

Description

 

Note: This recruitment schedule was amended on January 30, 2026, to extend the Final Filing Date.  This recruitment has been changed to "Continuous."

 

San Mateo County Health’s Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Division (BHRS) is excited to launch a new and innovative role supporting individuals newly eligible for services under Senate Bill (SB) 43.  This position is part of a brand-new team created specifically to serve a historically underserved population, expanding access to care for individuals with severe mental illness (SMI) and/or severe substance use disordered (SUD). 

This role offers a unique opportunity to help shape how SB43 is implemented locally, from building systems and partnerships to developing policies, procedures and outcome measures that will define success for this pilot program and beyond. 

The SB43 Program Specialist will work collaboratively with the Facilities Utilization Management, Collaborative Care teams and partners across San Mateo County Health, including Aging and Disability Services, San Mateo Medical Center and regional hospitals and licensed facilities. This position requires strong clinical judgement, systems thinking and the ability to build trust across disciplines and organizations.

There is currently one vacancy for this program.  The position is based in San Mateo, with travel throughout the county and greater Bay Area as needed.

About SB43

Senate Bill (SB) 43 expands the definition of Grave Disability, one of the criteria used to place individuals on involuntary holds. 

Under SB43:

• Severe substance use disorder is added as a qualifying condition.
• Inability to provide for personal safety or necessary medical care is included as a criterion.

• Individuals may be considered gravely disabled when a mental health disorder and/or severe substance use disorder prevents them from meeting basic survival needs, such as maintaining housing or adequate nutrition. 

This legislation enables earlier intervention and expanded pathways to care for individuals who previously fell outside the system, requiring counties to build new processes, partnerships and clinical approaches to serve this population effectively and compassionately. 

Key Responsibilities 

The SB43 Program Specialist may be responsible for, but not limited to, the following: 

Clinical Care & Coordination

• Conduct regular visits to in-county and out-of-county (OOC) facilities to review cases and assess appropriate Level of Care (LOC)
• Meet with facility staff and clients to support engagement, transitions and treatment planning
• Participate in treatment reviews and provide clinical recommendations, including individualized behavior plans
• Initiate and coordinate case conferences for high-utilizing clients complex needs

Serve as a clinical resource related to substance use disorder and severe mental illness 

Systems Building and Collaboration

• Build and maintain strong relationships with hospitals, licensed facilities and contracted providers within and outside San Mateo County
• Act as primary liaison between BHRS, San Mateo Medical Center, Aging and Disability Services and partner hospitals
• with the SMMC, BHRS and AAS to facilitate and coordinate appropriate level of care and placement
• Participate regularly in multidisciplinary team meetings, hospital coordination meetings and SB43 meetings
• Facilitate planning groups to address SB43 implementation priorities and emerging system needs

Program Development and Oversight

• Contribute to the development, refinement and implementation of SB43 policies and procedures
• Identify Service gaps, system challenges and operational shortfalls, and support solutions in collaboration with partners

• Assist with monitoring and consulting with in-county and OOC contract providers
• Train facilities on new SB43 placement criteria and compliance requirements
• Develop, update and maintain an electronic facility database to support data tracking and outcomes analysis

Leadership and Support

• Participating in required leadership meetings
• Providing coverage and support for other supervisors as needed
• Provide clinical supervision and training to interdisciplinary staff as needed
• Apply basic knowledge of Listen, Empathize, Agree, and Partner (LEAP) Methodology and other engagement strategies to support client-centered care

The ideal candidate will bring:

The ideal candidate is a collaborative, adaptable, and systems-oriented professional who is motivated by the opportunity to help build and shape a new program from the ground up. They bring strong clinical judgment, comfort navigating complexity, and a deep commitment to improving outcomes for individuals who have historically been underserved.

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Familiarity with clients with complex needs, including individuals experiencing homelessness, co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, and high utilization of services within San Mateo County’s system of care
• Ability to organize, lead, and facilitate complex case conferences and interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings, bringing together multiple providers and stakeholders to coordinate care for high-utilizing clients
• Strong clinical skills related to both severe mental illness (SMI) and substance use disorders (SUD), with the ability to assess readiness for transitions in level of care
• Experience building and maintaining effective partnerships with hospitals, licensed facilities, and contracted providers
• A client-centered approach paired with a system-level perspective, balancing individual needs with program goals and regulatory requirements
• Flexibility, critical thinking, and creativity in navigating a new legal framework and evolving service model
• Comfort working in a pilot environment that requires innovation, data-informed decision-making, and continuous improvement

• Relevant post-licensure clinical experience (ideally two or more years) providing direct mental health services (desirable but not required)

• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English is highly desirable.

This role is well suited for someone who thrives in dynamic settings, values collaboration, and is energized by contributing to meaningful systems change under a new legislative framework.

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:

• Coordinate assigned program activities with services provided by and responsibilities of the Division's Regional clinics, private service providers, schools, state institutions and other public or community agencies
• Establish and maintain program procedures which are consistent with Federal, State and local laws governing mental health services
• Monitor and consult with contract providers to ensure compliance with services requested by the County and help determine jointly beneficial solutions to problem areas
• Research and prepare grant proposals for specific mental health projects
• Consult with schools and other public agencies regarding the assigned program and provide the proper program supervision and liaison to the contractees
• Evaluate and integrate changes in legislation into the program procedures
• Provide clinical consultation to various agencies
• Evaluate employee performance of subordinates assigned to program
• Compile data and prepare program evaluations and other reports
• Perform related duties as assigned

 

Qualifications

Licensure/Certification: 

• California license as one of the following: 1) Clinical Social Worker; 2) Marriage and Family Therapist; or 3) Clinical Psychologist

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 experience as a Mental Health professional.

Knowledge of:

• Principles, techniques and practices of program management and delivery
• Principles and practices of employee supervision and training
• Applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations and County policies and guidelines
• Individual, group and family psychodynamics
• Psychological diagnostic methods and terminology
• Current principles and practices of psychiatric casework
• Human and health services systems in the County including private agencies and other community resources
• Various methods used in individual and group therapies such as role playing, play, art and milieu
• Methods and techniques used in mental health education

Skill/Ability to:

• Plan, assign, supervise, review and evaluate the work of interdisciplinary subordinates
• Train staff in work procedures and provide technical and programmatic assistance to staff and subcontractors
• Analyze, interpret and apply various regulations, requirements and/or clinical approaches
• Prepare grant proposals and written reports
• Set realistic treatment goals and facilitate their attainment
• Evaluate patients/clients’ degree of mental disability or emotional distress
• Communicate effectively in writing and orally and make public presentations as needed
• Establish and maintain effective and cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of the work
• Exercise sound independent judgment within general policy and regulatory guidelines

 

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 on this examination.

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.

The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will 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. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in the County of San Mateo, 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. f 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.

 

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

 

Tentative Recruitment Timeline
Final Filing Date: Continuous
Application Screening: TBD
Panel Interviews: TBD

 

The County of San Mateo's Emergency Management Department (SMC EM) is accepting applications from dedicated individuals for the Limited Term position of Management Analyst - Grants and Fiscal Services.  This is an excellent opportunity to work with a dynamic team of emergency management professionals.

 

SMC EM's mission is to advance community resilience through a proactive and comprehensive approach to emergency management, involving the whole community in every phase of disaster preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery. To learn more about SMC EM, please visit https://www.smcgov.org/dem

 

The Management Analyst (MA) will assist in the oversight of SMC EM program budgets, ensuring financial efficiency and policy compliance, with responsibilities including revenue projections, cash flow analyses, cost containment, grant disbursement, and managing annual and mid-cycle budgets. This role, which is primarily fiscal-related with 10-20% dedicated to grants, includes preparing budget estimates, evaluating revenue and expenditure budgets, resolving cross-departmental fiscal issues, reviewing budget submittals for accuracy, and assisting with funding challenges.

 

Working under general supervision, incumbents perform analytical and technical work within the department. At this level, the impact of decisions is moderate to significant, with work typically involving interpreting, explaining, gathering, and analyzing financial information.

 

Additionally, the MA will plan and administer SMC EM programs, conduct analytical studies, prepare reports, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. The selected candidate will track and monitor the adopted budget and prepare periodic budget reviews for submission to County departments, administration, and boards and commissions, such as the Emergency Services Council (ESC).

 

This crucial position will also involve various tasks to support the County's financial integrity and operational excellence, significantly contributing to the overall success of San Mateo County's emergency management mission.

 

The Ideal Candidate Will Possess

• Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting, and grant disbursement
• Experience in developing and presenting operating and capital budgets, including preliminary estimates and salary projections
• Proficiency in tracking and monitoring budgets, preparing periodic reviews, and ensuring adherence to timelines
• The ability to resolve cross-departmental budget issues and propose procedural solutions
• Analytical skills to conduct financial analyses and special research projects, evaluate alternatives, and make recommendations
• Excellent written communication skills for preparing technical records, reports, and recommendations
• Computer skills and knowledge of a variety of software programs

 

Examples Of Duties:

The MA's responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Develops and manages program, annual, and mid-cycle budgets, including revenue projections, forecasting, multi-year cash flow analysis, cost containment, distribution, grant funds disbursement, and salary and benefits projections
• Tracks and monitors the adopted budget and prepares periodic budget reviews for submission to County departments, administration, and boards and commissions, such as the Emergency Services Council (ESC)
• Formulates, prepares, and communicates budget completion schedules, calendars, and deadlines
• Facilitates and coordinates the resolution of cross-departmental budgetary issues, including identifying and proposing procedural solutions
• Balances expenditures and revenues and identifies funding gaps; assists departments in resolving funding issues; prepares status reports and manages budgetary control systems; recommends and processes budget amendments
• Ensures compliance with Federal, State, County, and funding agency regulatory and reporting requirements and applicable laws, regulations, and professional practices
• Attends meetings, conferences, workshops, and training sessions and reviews publications and related materials to become and remain current on principles, practices, and new developments in assigned work areas
• Performs other duties as assigned

This is a limited term position.  Limited term positions are full-time, fully benefited, temporary positions. This current position is funded for up to one year, depending on the department’s needs.  Limited Term employees receive medical and dental benefits, like regular employees, and a defined contribution retirement plan (401-A).  

Information for current County employees: Current and regular County of San Mateo Employees who are interested in this assignment must submit application materials and compete in the selection process. If you are successful in the selection process and are being considered for the assignment, HR will work directly with you and/or your department for options. Please note there is no guarantee that you will be allowed by your department to rotate into this assignment nor is your department obligated to allow you to take on this assignment. 

 

Qualifications:

Knowledge of:

• Project and/or program management, analytical processes, and report preparation techniques
• Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis, evaluation, development, and implementation of programs, policies, and procedures
• Principles of mathematical and statistical computations
• Record-keeping principles and procedures, modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to the assigned area of responsibility
• Principles and practices of contract administration and evaluation; public agency budget development and administration, and sound financial management policies and procedures

 

Skill/Ability to

• Coordinate and oversee programmatic administrative, budgeting, and/or fiscal reporting activities
• Perform responsible and difficult fiscal administrative work involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative
• Conduct research on a wide variety of administrative topics including grant funding, contract feasibility, budget and staffing proposals, and operational alternatives
• Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials
• Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations
• Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record-keeping, and tracking systems
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing

 

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 could be:

• Education: Degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business administration, finance, accounting, or a related field.  Master of Finance or equivalent degree preferred.
• Experience: At least five years of fiscal administrative experience.

 

Professional Standards

The selected candidate will be expected to adhere to the professional standards outlined in the Department's Professional Expectations Document for Management Analyst positions, including maintaining integrity and ethics, effective communication, accountability, professional appearance, and team collaboration.

Application/Examination:

If you are interested in being considered for this position, the following items must be submitted via email:

• Cover letter with responses to Supplemental Questions listed below (maximum of 2 pages)
• Current Resume

 

Please address the following Supplemental Questions in your cover letter:

1. Describe your experience in fiscal management, specifically in budget preparation, monitoring, and financial analysis. How has this experience equipped you for success in the Management Analyst role?
2. Provide an example of a complex fiscal analysis you've conducted. What methods did you use, and what were the key findings or recommendations?
3. Describe a situation where unexpected financial challenges arose. How did you adapt your approach to address these challenges effectively?

 

Submission Instructions

Please include the words "SMC EM Management Analyst - Fiscal Services and Grants" in the subject line of the email submission.

 

Submit application materials electronically via email to Rick Reed at:

rreed1@smcgov.org

 

Application materials will be reviewed as they are received and qualified candidates will be contacted by the department for an interview.  

 

Apply immediately. Application materials will be accepted through February 27, 2026; however, a selection may be made at any time within the process.

 

NOTE: Application materials are only accepted via email at rreed1@smcgov.org. Materials sent via regular mail and/or fax will not be accepted. Submittals that do not include all required elements (cover letter with responses to supplemental questions and a resume) will not be considered.

 

About San Mateo 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.

 

Analyst: Chet Overstreet (02112026) (D181-Management Analyst - Limited Term)

 

 

The Office of the Assessor - County Clerk - Recorder and Chief Elections Officer is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of GIS Analyst II/III to work in the Appraisal Services division of the Office.

 The GIS Analyst II/III will be responsible for:

• Creating and maintaining Assessor's maps and GIS parcel layers.
• Locating deeds.
• Maintaining and updating legal descriptions, situs addresses, parcel sizes, and Tax Rate Areas.
• Supporting departmental and countywide GIS related projects.
• Providing related services and support to internal staff, property owners, businesses, and other government agencies.
• Design, develop, test, implement, and maintain web applications and geo-enabled workflows utilizing the Esri GIS platform and its configurable solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve GIS software and application issues.

 

GIS Analyst II is the journey level class in this series and incumbents at this level are expected to perform skilled GIS and research work in the preparation, maintenance, and amendment of a variety of maps and/or engineering drawings. The GIS Analyst II applies fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures to complete assignments. Assignments at this level are subject to technical review and are of varying difficulty but incumbents are expected to demonstrate some level of independence in completing assignments and in interpreting moderately complex issues. The annual salary range is: $108,784.00-$136,094.40.
  
GIS Analyst III is the advanced level in the series performing more complex GIS assignments requiring more analysis and problem solving or the lead level in the series, providing lead direction over a team of technical, professional, and/or clerical staff while performing specialized, highly skilled GIS work. Incumbents have the highest level of expertise in geospatial analysis, application development, designing and administering spatial databases, and can resolve the most complex GIS problems. The GIS Analyst III position will also work closely with the Information Services Department. The GIS Analyst III is further distinguished from the GIS Manager for the latter's ongoing first line manager responsibilities. The annual salary range is: $126,921.60-$158,662.40

 

Examples Of Duties

 

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

• Prepare Assessor's parcel maps that accurately delineate feature locations and boundaries utilizing Esri parcel fabric.
• Process standard parcel updates and deed locates; calculate distances, ties, angles, areas, station traverses, closures, acreage, and square footage of buildings; and draft a wide variety of maps, or engineering drawings.
• Compute acreage, plot land descriptions to accurate scale, and interpret and write legal descriptions of properties.
• Assist public with inquiries regarding assessment maps, newly created or divided parcels, or site addresses, and road names; generate custom maps to meet specific customer requirements, research and respond to customer requests for information. 
• Update property descriptions for assessment rolls.
• Research standard source documents such as parcel maps, legal descriptions, and other records to verify the accuracy and completeness of data prior to input into the GIS system and the Assessor system. 
• Design, develop, test, implement, and maintain web applications and geo-enabled workflows utilizing the Esri GIS platform and its configurable solutions. 
• Analyze and evaluate geo-spatial data and ensure data is accurate and reliable.
• Performs standard spatial analyses including buffering, spatial overlay, and distance calculations using established methods and tools. 
• Digitize drawings and enter them into the GIS database. 
• Prepare detailed technical specifications from which programs will be written for and create complex scripts and queries between various systems in the department. 
• Compile, integrate, and analyze data from a variety of sources, including aerial photography, terrain, topographic, hydrologic, and time-sequenced event data to provide a concise visual representation of a complex idea. 
• Review existing and incoming data from outside agencies to confirm recentness, accuracy, quality, documentation, and consistency with department’s GIS database standards.
• Create geodatabases, instances, tables, layers, and feature classes.
• Work with department SMEs to understand reporting requirements and develop business process solutions.
• Create new layers and maintain existing layers for the GIS database, perform quality control on the layers and maintain metadata for the layers in the GIS database.
• Produce cartographic products for reports, meetings, and presentations.
• Works with ISD and other county departments on the design and implementation of the Countywide enterprise GIS system and GIS Parcel Fabric and to ensure the department’s needs are met.
• Provide GIS guidance and training to staff on GIS integrated business solutions and GIS applications and tools. 
• Troubleshoot and resolve GIS software and application issues. 
• Coordinate delivery of services and sharing of data with other departments and outside entities.
• Develop and implement quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) processes to ensure GIS data accuracy and integrity.
• Act as the subject matter expert during design, development, testing and implementation of GIS applications and portals.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Principles and concepts of computerized mapping systems and spatial analysis techniques and concepts.
• GIS and CAD software.
• Basic principles and methods of cartography, geography and/or engineering drafting, including map projections and scales.
• Database structure and design.
• Application and tools for the development, installation, and troubleshooting of GIS-related software, including databases and applications.
• Communicate with department personnel to identify and translate information needs into system requirements.
• Provide technical and analytical support to users of systems and applications.
• Programming and scripting languages such as python, JavaScript, and SQL.
• Basic research and report writing techniques.
• Nomenclature, symbols, methods and instruments used in engineering drafting and mapping.
• Logarithmic and trigonometric tables, algebra, geometry and their application to mapping work especially in computation of distances, angles and areas.
• Applicable codes, regulations, policies, technical processes and procedures related to assigned department.

Skill/Ability to:

• Evaluate information system design and operation and make recommendations for improvement.
• Organize and input data into the GIS; develop efficient linkages to existing databases; and prepare clear and complete technical reports.
• Enter data into databases through application of coordinate geometry, keyboard entry of tabular data, manual digitizing of maps, scanning and automatic conversion to vectors, and conversion of other sources of digital data.
• Perform complex analytical tabular and spatial queries.
• Analyze user functions to develop information applications.
• Assist in defining and managing pilot and long-term projects and design applications.
• Code and test programs, including data input and output specifications.
• Read and interpret planning, engineering and building maps and documents.
• Use advanced cartography systems and tools.
• Create and publish statistical reports using a variety of software programs.
• Read, understand, apply and explain to others information in county, state and/or federal regulations relevant to local property assessment and taxation, mapping, subdivision and ownership of interests in property.
• Read, interpret, write and explain detailed boundary descriptions of real property, deeds, and engineering field notes.
• Organize and complete projects in a timely manner.
• Develop and maintain a database structure capable of meeting multiple tasks with minimal redundancy.
• Make mathematical computations.
• Communicate and work effectively with other county employees and the general public.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions and established procedures in the performance of duties.
• Maintain and prepare accurate records.

Education and Experience:
Any combination of theoretical and hands-on experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying such as:

• A background in planning, land surveying, engineering, computer science, geography or a closely related field; and
• Demonstrated experience working with GIS software, GIS automated mapping and drafting, cartography tools including project design, coordination and operation.

 At least two years of relevant experience is required at the II level, and three or more years of relevant experience is needed to qualify for the III level.

 

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, 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 process will consist of an application screening (weight: Pass/Fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%) which may include a pre-interview exercise. 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. 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
Final Date for Applying: Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at 11:59 PM PST
Application Screening: Thursday, February 26, 2026
Panel Interviews: Week of March 9, 2026

About the County

San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 770,000 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 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.

Analyst: Sarah Huynh - 02112026 – (GIS Analyst II/III – V059/V060)

Ready to answer the call?  Apply today to be a Firefighter with us at Central County Fire Department!

 

A little about Central County Fire Department:

The Central County Fire Department proudly serves the communities of Burlingame, Hillsborough, and Millbrae and its members come from different backgrounds to share the common goal of providing exceptional emergency/non-emergency services to members and visitors of our communities. Formed in April 2004, the Central County Fire Department (CCFD) provides all-risk fire protection, emergency medical and community risk reduction services to 70,000 residents and tens of thousands of visitors each year.

Our service area encompasses approximately 15 square miles, and our communities are a primary stopping point for San Francisco International Airport’s 53 million-plus passengers each year. Our jurisdiction has wildland urban interface areas and neighborhoods consisting of single-family homes, multi-residential buildings, retail and business districts, schools, hotels, a regional hospital, care facilities, as well as a large industrial area. Our two major highways, 101 and 280, and two commuter railways (BART and Caltrain) are vital transportation links between San Francisco and Silicon Valley.

We have seven strategically located and professionally staffed fire stations, in addition to an administrative headquarters and a training facility. Our daily staffing model consists of seven engine companies, one ladder truck, and one Battalion Chief, 24 hours a day, every day. We maintain a State of California Type I heavy rescue Urban Search & Rescue (USAR) unit that is cross staffed daily in addition to a Type 6 wildland unit. Many of our Special Operations trained personnel are members of California Urban Search and Rescue Task Force 3. The Department responds to approximately 9,000 calls for service annually.

Our Prevention Division manages several significant community risk reduction initiatives including vegetation and hazard abatement programs, plan reviews, comprehensive code enforcement activities, and fire investigations. They also produce and deliver numerous programs throughout the community.

CCFD personnel are extensively trained, highly motivated and well prepared to meet the needs of the community under routine and emergency conditions. We continually strive to exceed the expectations of those we serve.