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The Department of Housing is a catalyst for increasing access to high-quality affordable housing for households earning a variety of incomes, and supporting related community development activities, so that housing and robust services exist for people of all income levels and ages in San Mateo County. The Department consists of two divisions: Housing and Community Development (HCD) and the Housing Authority of the County of San Mateo.

 

HCD is recruiting for a Housing and Community Development Specialist II/III position. Reporting to the HCD Deputy Director of Real Estate Development and Asset Management, the Housing and Community Development Specialist II/III positions will engage in a variety of functions aimed at increasing the supply of affordable housing throughout San Mateo County and forging partnerships to address critical housing needs. The open position is on the Asset Management Team.

 

The ideal candidate for this position has broad experience with real estate lending asset management, as well as specific experience managing affordable housing loans and assets in a public sector housing department, community development lending department at a financial institution, or asset management department for an affordable housing owner or developer. The ideal candidate will have experience responding to typical asset management requests from borrowers, other lenders, and government agencies. The ideal candidate will be able to develop and manage systems for documenting loan and sponsor health, including risk rating systems. The ideal candidate has experience reviewing typical affordable housing financial statements for the purpose of determining property performance and calculation of net cash flow and residual receipts.

 

Examples Of Duties

The Asset Management Team’s HCD Specialist's programmatic support duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Financial reviews of operating budget, capital improvement plans, and audited financial statements.
• Reviewing, calculating, and auditing cash flow analysis for portfolio assets.
• Preparing or providing oversight of loan interest calculations, loan balance audit confirmations, loan payoffs, and database maintenance.
• Assessing, invoicing, and collecting fees and payments owed to the County of San Mateo.
• Preparing annual risk rating assessments of the project loans.
• Ensuring invoices are issued to collect the net cash flow (residual receipt payments) due to the County.
• Collection of required project and operating documents from borrowers.
• Reviewing annual tenant income and rent information (rent rolls) submitted by project owners/managers to ensure compliance with applicable affordability and operating covenants.
• Verification of appropriate insurance coverage to ensure that the County’s assets are protected.
• Reviewing management plans, management agreements, fair housing documents, and other operating documents to ensure they meet appropriate requirements.

 

Qualifications

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:

HCD Specialist II: Two years of experience in construction administration, building inspection, real estate appraisal, community development project coordination, economic development, or loan application preparation and processing.

HCD Specialist III: Three years of experience in a housing and community development program which has included responsibility for coordination of construction, financing, community development, or economic development projects.

 

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Final Filing Date: Friday, June 20, 2025, 11:59 PM PST

Application Screening: June 23 - 27, 2025

Civil Service Panel Interview: July 15 and/or 16, 2025

Applications are being accepted for the position of Park Maintenance Worker with the City of South San Francisco in the Parks & Recreation Department. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  WEDNESDAY, JULY 2, 2025 AT 5:00 PM, OR UPON RECEIPT OF THE FIRST 100 ONLINE APPLICATIONS, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.

THE CITY OFFERS AN ATTRACTIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE, AS WELL AS CALPERS RETIREMENT PLAN AND SOCIAL SECURITY PARTICIPATION.

The Department

The Parks and Recreation Department is the third largest department in the City and is organized by program area, with each program administered by a supervisor, coordinator, or specialist. The Parks and Recreation Department is composed of a Director and 22 full-time management positions. The department is comprised of the Recreation, Community Services, Parks, Facilities and Common Greens divisions.

The Parks Division is in charge of planning and maintaining the City’s parks, playgrounds, sports fields, and other landscaping and performs a wide range of tasks in order to care for City parks and open spaces. Staff work throughout the year to refresh the appearance of parks repairing or replacing items as needed to keep public spaces clean and safe. There are approximately 25 parks and play lots, including Sign Hill Park, which has 60 acres of open space, and Centennial Way Linear Park, a 3-mile pedestrian and bicycle trail. Amenities include Centennial Dog Park, bocce ball courts, an above-ground skate park, a variety of ball fields, tennis and basketball courts, picnic shelters and group picnic areas.

Police Officer

Description:  Performs law enforcement and crime prevention work, controls traffic flow and enforces state and local regulations. Some essential duties are:

• Responds to calls for service and takes appropriate action to resolve problems
• Renders assistance to citizens in distress
• Initiates investigation of criminal or suspicious activity
• Makes arrests, issues citations, and gives warnings when appropriate
• Enforces all laws without bias
• Conducts business license checks
• Promotes crime prevention and disseminates security information
• Testifies accurately and honestly in court

Qualifications: Must either be currently employed as a sworn Peace Officer in California and have successfully passed an FTO program, or have completed a Certified POST Basic Academy.

Education: Graduation from a U.S. High School or equivalent is required.  Additional education at the college level is preferred.

Licenses:  Possession of or the ability to obtain a valid California driver’s license by the time of hire, and ability to maintain the valid license.

Physical Requirement: Meet standards of adequate physical stature, endurance and agility. Vision: • 20/100 correctable to 20/30, with adequate depth perception and color vision. If soft contacts are worn, no limit on uncorrected distance visual acuity provided soft lenses have been worn for at least six months prior to the physical examination.

Background: • As part of the selection process, successful candidates will undergo a stringent background investigation which will include: confirming all information provided by the candidates, a polygraph test, fingerprinting, psychological and medical examinations, including a drug screening. Candidates may be disqualified at any point in this process. Felony Convictions: • State and Federal Law require that all Police Officers be free from felony conviction and domestic violence. Citizenship: • Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or resident aliens that are eligible and have applied for U.S. Citizenship.

 

SALARY:  Step A ($120,598.79) to Step E ($146,552.90) annually. Officers can earn up to an additional 27.5% above the base salary through qualifying incentives, such as specialty pay (5%), evening differential (5%), bilingual pay (5%), Master Officer pay (2.5%), and Master's degree incentive (10%). This results in potential annual compensation of approximately $153,763 at Step A to approximately $186,851 at Step E. 

The Procurement Specialist reports to the Manager, Materials and Inventory Controls and is responsible for the acquisition of bus parts, equipment, supplies, and maintenance services for the San Mateo County Transit District (SamTrans).

 

Essential Functions & Duties:

Examples of Essential Functions:

• Receive requisitions and process the purchasing of bus parts, equipment, supplies, and maintenance services.
• Assist with locating or determining appropriate bus part numbers, descriptions, catalogs and sources for items.
• Liaison between vendors and Stores staff to resolve purchasing issues.
• Work with finance and maintenance department staff to maintain vendor relationships and ensure contract compliance including timely payment of invoices.
• Track expenditures throughout the year. Prepare monthly and quarterly reports for management.
• Develop business relationships with vendors and potential suppliers ensuring on time delivery of products and the highest possible customer satisfaction to the maintenance department. 

Examples of Essential Duties:

• Prepare request for bid packages for requisitions.
• Identifies vendors, verify prices of offerings and parts, and negotiate delivery times.
• Create and maintain purchasing files.
• Represent SamTrans to vendors, always keeping the best interests of SamTrans at the forefront of priorities. 
• Maintain and forge new relationships with vendors, suppliers, and potentially alternative sources of inventory. 
• Assist in the process for the disposition of surplus inventory.
• Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect oneself, fellow employees and the public from injury or harm. Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures in an effort to reduce or eliminate accidents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Sufficient experience, training and/or education to demonstrate the knowledge and ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. In lieu of a degree, work-related experience that demonstrates the skills and experience necessary to perform this role will be accepted. Development of the required knowledge and abilities is typically obtained through but not limited to:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalency.
• Five (5) years of full-time professional experience buying bus parts, automotive (light or heavy- duty) parts, or machine tool parts.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.

The Department of Housing is a catalyst for increasing access to high-quality affordable housing for households earning a variety of incomes, and supporting related community development activities, so that housing and robust services exist for people of all income levels and ages in San Mateo County. The Department consists of two divisions: Housing and Community Development (HCD) and the Housing Authority of the County of San Mateo.

 

HCD is recruiting for a Housing and Community Development Specialist II/III position. Reporting to the HCD Deputy Director of Real Estate Development and Asset Management, the Housing and Community Development Specialist II/III positions will engage in a variety of functions aimed at increasing the supply of affordable housing throughout San Mateo County and forging partnerships to address critical housing needs. The open position is on the County Real Estate Development Team.

 

The ideal candidate for this position has broad experience with real estate development principles and specific experience with affordable housing development, finance, and policy. The ideal candidate will have worked directly on affordable housing developments from the acquisition and predevelopment phases through construction and permanent phases as a development professional, lending and finance professional, or design professional in either the private or public sector. An ideal candidate will be able to develop and review proformas and financial reports related to the development of typical affordable housing developments. Experience analyzing potential development sites for competitiveness for various local, state and federal affordable housing funding programs is essential.

 

Examples Of Duties

The County Real Estate Development Team’s HCD Specialist's programmatic support duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Assist with all phases of development, including initial financial feasibility analysis, proformas, overseeing design development, securing all necessary financing, procuring and contracting with all third-party consultants, and overseeing construction efforts and timeline for the development of affordable and workforce housing on County-owned land.
• Efficiently manage tasks necessary to obtain entitlements, including neighborhood design meetings, submission of entitlement applications, attendance at public hearings, and ongoing coordination of the project design team.
• Assist with accessing financing for affordable housing, such as Low-Income Housing Tax Credits, Home Investment Partnership Program (HOME), Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), and other local, state, and federal financial sources.
• Perform site inspections and due diligence, evaluating and highlighting opportunities and risks.
• Organize, negotiate, coordinate, document, and facilitate project partnerships and land escrow closings.
• Assist with developing and managing Requests for Proposals (RFPs) or Requests for Qualifications (RFQs) for co-developers and members of the development team.
• Initiate and maintain ongoing relationships with County of San Mateo stakeholders and the larger community.
• Research guidelines and regulations related to the development of housing on public land.
• Identify and research innovative financing models for the development of mixed-income housing and housing for public-sector employees.

 

Qualifications

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:

HCD Specialist II: Two years of experience in construction administration, building inspection, real estate appraisal, community development project coordination, economic development, or loan application preparation and processing.

HCD Specialist III: Three years of experience in a housing and community development program which has included responsibility for coordination of construction, financing, community development, or economic development projects.

 

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Final Filing Date: Friday, June 20, 2025, 11:59 PM PST

Application Screening: June 23 - 27, 2025

Civil Service Panel Interview: July 8 and/or 9, 2025

Applications are being accepted for the position of Associate Planner with the City of South San Francisco in the Economic & Community Development Department. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  THURSDAY, JULY 3, 2025, OR UPON RECEIPT OF THE FIRST 100 ONLINE APPLICATIONS, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.

THE CITY OFFERS AN ATTRACTIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE, AS WELL AS CALPERS RETIREMENT PLAN AND SOCIAL SECURITY PARTICIPATION.

The Department

The Department of Economic and Community Development includes four dynamic divisions that together are responsible for the preservation and improvement of the physical and economic conditions of the South San Francisco community.

The Planning Division is responsible for drafting long-range plans and policy documents, processing applications for new development, reviewing the design of new construction to promote high-quality urban design and to ensure compliance with the City's Zoning Ordinance and development standards, administering the General Plan, Zoning Ordinance, and planning permits, and fostering careful consideration of historic structures and resources.

POSITION DESCRIPTION 
 

The City of San Bruno Community Services Departments is hiring for a Library Page position at the San Bruno Public Library. The Library Page position is an entry-level, part-time role with limited benefits. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in playing a key role in the library's daily operations. Candidates must have a flexible schedule and be available to work 14-19 hours per week, including weekdays, evenings, and Saturdays, to meet the library's scheduling needs.

 

Under the general supervision of library staff, Library Pages perform routine tasks to maintain the organization of the library collections, including the shelving, sorting, and filing of books, magazines, audiovisual materials, and other library materials. Pages also clean and mend library materials, help set-up for various Library programs, assist in the opening and closing of the Library building for public access, and perform other clerical tasks as needed.

 

This role is physically active and requires regular movement and exertion. The ideal candidate will be comfortable performing physical tasks for extended periods and working in a fast-paced environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
 

Knowledge of:
English language usage, spelling, grammar, alphabetization, basic arithmetic, and decimal order. 
 

Ability to: 
 

• Accurately file library materials in both numerical and alphabetical order.

• Perform physical tasks—including standing, walking, bending, squatting, stooping, reaching, climbing stairs, and lifting—throughout the workday

• Handle, lift, and transport library materials (up to 50 lbs), including fully loaded book carts.

• Learn and apply detailed procedures and library organization methods to ensure the timely and accurate completion of tasks.

• Communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.

• Operate library tools and machines safely and efficiently.

• Maintain visual acuity to efficiently locate and shelve materials.

• Work effectively with fellow Library Pages and staff in a team environment. 
   

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate thrives in a physically engaging, team-oriented public service environment. They are self-motivated, independent, and demonstrate strong organizational skills. They excel at managing time effectively, taking initiative to meet work goals, and contributing positively to team efforts. The candidate must be dependable, cooperative, and flexible while maintaining a positive and friendly attitude.

 

SELECTION GUIDELINES 
 

Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required. The duties listed in the job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

 

HOW TO APPLY 
 

Interested applicants must apply through the City of San Bruno’s BambooHR webpage. The deadline for application submissions will be June 30, 2025, at 05:00 PM. Interviews are expected to be held the second week of July 2025. The City of San Bruno utilizes a merit-based selection system that is competitive and based on broad outreach efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to take part in a process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness, and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position.

 

Reasonable Accommodations

The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices. The City of San Bruno Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the selection process to accommodate disabled applicants. Individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation in the process must inform the Human Resources Department at 650-616-7055 or hr@sanbruno.ca.gov by the final filing date.

General

The Graphics Specialist (Graphic Designer) reports to the Manager, Creative Services, and is responsible for design layout, production of collaterals for publications on print, and digital communications for San Mateo County Transit (SamTrans), Peninsula Joint Powers Board (Caltrain), and the San Mateo County Transportation Authority (TA).

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Sunday, July 13, 2025 (1st Cutoff Sunday June 29, 2025)

 

Essential Functions & Duties

Examples of Essential Functions: 

• Ensure consistency of brand and visual identity across all materials.

• Prepare and finalize artwork for print and digital production across various formats.

• Collaborate with internal teams to understand project goals and deliver visually engaging solutions.

• Effectively prioritize tasks and consistently meet deadlines.

• Make production-ready edits to existing designs, including resizing and layout adjustments.

• Perform quality control checks to ensure accurate, press-ready files

• Scan, manipulate, and correct photographic images used in presentations, publications, multi-media, and public information releases.

• Operate single-lens reflex (SLR) camera at various locations capturing traffic, vehicles, and public events.

• Oversee the print production process with contracted vendors from upload to delivery.

Examples of Essential Duties: 

• Prepare electronic and printed timetables for SamTrans, including schedule brochures and Guide-A-Ride materials, as well as Caltrain timetables for onboard and station displays.

• Prepare layout brochures, newsletters, reports, flyers, forms and other printed materials with text provided by the editor.

• Create sketches, maps, graphs, charts, posters, diagrams, final drawings, and photographs.

• Image correction and manipulation, including retouching, color adjustments, and preparing high-resolution imagery for both print and digital formats.

• Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect yourself, your fellow employees and the public from injury or harm. Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures in an effort to reduce or eliminate accidents.

• Performs related duties as assigned. 

 

Minimum Qualifications Sufficient experience, training and/or education to demonstrate the knowledge and ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. In lieu of a degree, work-related experience that demonstrates the skills and experience necessary to perform this role will be accepted. Development of the required knowledge and abilities is typically obtained through but not limited to:

• Three (3) years of progressive experience in graphics art, including experience with HTML and print production processes from concept to delivery, and an understanding of graphic design principles including layout, typography, color theory, and visual hierarchy. 

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience with InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator in a Windows/PC environment preferred

• Transportation or Transit experience preferred

• Experience managing and meeting multiple tight deadlines independently

• Able to communicate effectively orally and in writing

THE OPPORTUNITY

The City of Pacifica is recruiting for a Assistant Plant Manager within the Department of Public Works Wastewater Division.  Under direction of the Wastewater Plant Operations Manager, the incumbent will plan, organize and manage the activities of the Wastewater Treatment System Division.

 

THE DEPARTMENT

The Public Works Department is responsible for maintaining and repairing the City’s infrastructure and wastewater treatment operations in an efficient and cost-effective manner while providing a high level of customer service and a safe work environment for city employees. The Department maintains wastewater infrastructures which includes wastewater collection system, pump stations, wastewater treatment plant, parks, playing fields and medians and keeps streets and trails clean and well-maintained. The Department also coordinates the tree program, cleans beaches and coordinates the City Beautification program.

 

The Public Works Department is organized into three divisions including Wastewater, Field Services and Engineering. The Wastewater Division is organized into two groups which includes the operation of the Calera Creek water treatment plant and management of the collection system. Field Services oversees the maintenance of city streets, parks, trees, vehicles and public facilities. The Engineering Division manages public infrastructure projects, transportation planning and maintenance and repair of the City’s infrastructure. The Public Works Department is supported by 56 full-time staff and the Wastewater Division has an annual operating budget of $18.5 million, along with a CIP appropriation of $ 5 million. The Assistant Plant Manager reports to the Wastewater Plant Operations Manager.

 

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 community members. 

 

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

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

• Plan, organize, administer, review and evaluate the work of technical and operational and maintenance staff directly and through subordinate levels of supervision.
• Administer the maintenance program at the treatment plant
• Monitor operations to assure that operating procedures are followed.
• Carry out division goals, objectives, work plans, reports, policies and procedures.
• Coordinate with City departments and State agencies to assure compliance with various regulations, industry standards, City policies, procedures and goals.
• Act as the Designated Operator-In-Charge as assigned in the absence of the Plant Manager
• May act as the Chief Plant Operator for the Calera Creek Water Recycling Plant with possession of current Grade IV Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators Certificate as issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board.
• Assist with regulatory agency reporting.
• Research and prepare technical and administrative reports; prepare written correspondence.
• Conduct operational studies and special projects; gather information, evaluate alternatives, prepare and present reports and recommendations.
• Recommend and enforce safety measures and programs and ensures that assigned staff, consultants and contract employees conduct work in a safe manner in accordance with established procedures.
• Prepare requests for proposals for vendor, engineering, contractor and maintenance services; negotiate and administer contracts and authorized payments for services.
• Control the requisition of supplies, materials and equipment.
• Serve as the City’s alternate representative with all regulatory agencies, including the Regional Water Quality Control Board, the Air Quality Control Board and the State water Quality Control Board as needed.
• Serve as a Disaster Service Worker, as required.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required and other duties as assigned.

The City of San Mateo Public Works Department is looking for an Engineering Technician I/II

 

Why Join our Department?

The Public Works Department is comprised of the Capital Improvement Program, Field Maintenance, Regulatory Compliance, Transportation, Clean Water Program, Data Management, Facilities/Fleet, and Wastewater Treatment Divisions. Each division is led by one of two Deputy Directors, who report to the Director of Public Works. The department is responsible for the City’s major capital projects and infrastructure including streets, street lights, traffic signals, publicly owned facilities, sewer and storm conveyance systems, wastewater treatment plant, pump stations, a major lagoon, dams, and levees; as well as solid waste and environmental programs.

The Public Works Department is committed to high performance standards, utilizing best practices relative to performance management and team-oriented approaches. Our mission is to enhance the community and its environment by providing sustainable stewardship and innovative approaches to Public Works services.

The Engineering Technician vacancy we currently have is in the Capital Improvement Program Division. While the Engineering Technician may perform other duties as assigned, including supporting the Transportation Division, the primary role will be managing resident service requests, drafting engineering plans, and performing field observations and analyses.

Look to some of the reasons why the City of San Mateo is a great place to work: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_GTIzeSpc_g

 

What You’ll Do

The Engineering Technician I/II performs a variety of technical drafting, office and field engineering work. The position receives immediate supervision from higher engineering personnel.

The Engineering Technician I/II position is flexibly staffed based on experience and may be filled at either level. Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Locate utilities, easements, property lines and other information on plans.
• Prepare topographical plan and profile maps of property and pertinent features from survey notes and legal descriptions.
• Check parcel maps, subdivisions and various other drawings.
• Participate in the preparation, filing, and retrieval of a variety of engineering maps, documents and records.
• Ink, pencil, trace and letter charts, graphs, maps, plans and other drawings; prepare miscellaneous illustrative materials such as charts and graphs on blueprint machine; monitor blueprint machine and blueprint paper supply.
• Prepare final drawings of existing improvements, rights-of-way, and other utilities using field notes, maps and photographs; check calculations used in designs and estimates.
• Fully utilize the computerized work systems in accordance with workflow processes.
• Assist in measuring accurate distances to be used in the determination of locations of boundaries, easements, improvements, structures and topographic features; keep notes on measurements made.
• Write technical specifications for various maintenance contracts; inspect work on maintenance contracts; verify quantities for payment on maintenance contracts.
• Answer questions and provide information to the public concerning engineering activities; issue permits and accept permit fees over the counter; answer questions related to maintenance projects as applicable.
• Make and check mathematical calculations related to surveying and basic engineering.
• Inspect streets, sidewalks, sewers, drains and other public works areas for maintenance needs; prepare cost estimates of labor, materials equipment necessary for maintenance projects; assist in developing work schedules.
• Prepare and maintain production and related records regarding maintenance activities.
• Maintain various technical files and departmental logs.
• Manage and respond to resident service requests.

For a complete list of duties, reference our job specifications at www.cityofsanmateo.org