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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 hard-working and fun Finance Department team that fosters innovation, creativity, and collaboration, we hope you’ll apply.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

Redwood City’s Finance Department shares an exceptional spirit of camaraderie, always finding ways to bring fun and laughter into the financial backbone of the organization. The Department manages payroll; accounts payable; accounting; compliance with the purchasing ordinance; budget preparation and annual financial reporting; and treasury management, including investments and debt administration. Team members practice a strong work ethic and attention to detail; celebrate innovation; and seek out continuous improvements to strengthen quality of service and internal controls and streamline processes.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The City of Redwood City is recruiting for a dynamic individual to fill the position of ACCOUNTANT In the Finance Department, which provides financial support services to an organization with annual expenditures of over $300 million.

This position will report to a Senior Accountant and will be responsible for areas within general accounting and accounts payable. The selected candidate will provide the department with highly responsible technical and professional staff support.

Position Summary

Under general supervision, performs difficult and varied accounting clerical work in support of either accounts receivable or accounts payable activities; compiles, reconciles and verifies general financial and statistical data; performs related work as required.  Employees in this class typically function either in Accounts Payable or in Accounts Receivable.  In either assignment, established policies, methods and procedures are followed when processing and maintaining financial data and records, although employees must exercise judgment in resolving job-related problems within these parameters.

Full Job Description and Apply URL: Accounting Specialist | Job Details tab | Career Pages

Application Review Dates:

• 1st Review Date:      September 1, 2025
• 2nd Review Date:    September 21, 2025 

JOIN OUR TEAM AS AN ACCOUNTANT!

Do you excel in Utility Billings & Bank Reconciliation?

City of Sebastopol WANTS YOU!

The City of Sebastopol is NOW accepting Applications for an

ACCOUNTANT

Salary: $7,196 - $8,747 Monthly

$41.52 – $50.46 Hourly

4/10 work schedule Monday- Thursday

Plus an outstanding benefits package

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

The City of Sebastopol is seeking a skilled, dynamic, results-driven Accountant to fill one full-time vacancy. The Accountant performs a variety of complex and technical financial accounting and program support duties in the areas of utility billing, bank reconciliation, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts, purchasing, project accounting, fixed assets, and general ledger. Additionally, the Accountant may be assigned to perform all functions related to and serve as a City resource for one or more accounting related programs administration.

The Accountant will reflect a demonstrative cultural competency working with all community members regardless of cultural differences or circumstances, including race, ethnicity, religion, language, gender identity, age, marital and familial status, sexual orientation, diverse physical and learning abilities, socioeconomic status, and other identities.

Why you will enjoy working at Sebastopol:

• Innovative Environment: Work with a team that values efficiency and teamwork.
• Career Growth: We support your professional development.
• Meaningful Impact: Your skills will drive our financial success.

What we need:

• Experience in utility billings and bank reconciliation.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Applications are being accepted for the position of Permit Technician with the City of South San Francisco in the Economic and Community Development Department. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3, 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 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 Building Division is responsible for enforcing the California Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, Electric, Residential, and Energy Codes, as well as monitoring construction activity and performing inspections throughout the construction process.                   

Join Belmont as our next Public Works Director

The San Mateo County Harbor District (District) has a full-time employment opportunity with excellent benefits for a Customer Services Coordinator. Under general supervision the Customer Service Coordinator, performs a variety of complex and responsible customer service, administrative, clerical and para-professional accounts receivable duties. This position will provide administrative services in support of important functions and/or programs requiring specialized knowledge of the District's operations.

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The City of Belmont is looking for an experienced accounting professional for the position of Accounting Manager. The Accounting Manager is a key member of the Finance Department’s accounting function. Under general direction of the Finance Director, the Accounting Manager administers the accounting function of the Finance Department by performing, reviewing, and analyzing complex technical accounting and financial management work for the City and its related joint powers agencies; participates in the development of department goals, objectives, policies, and procedures; and oversees, maintains, and reports on financial records. Responsibilities may include direct supervision of major function containing professional, technical, and clerical positions.

Recruitment Timeline

First Review of Applications - April 28, 2025

First Round Interviews - Week of May 5, 2025

Department Interviews - Week of May 12, 2025

*Dates may be subject to change

The San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department is looking for highly motivated individuals to be part of our support staff team.  The successful candidate should be customer service oriented, organized, professional, friendly, able to multi-task, an excellent communicator, and able to work independently.  This part time, non-benefited position will average 15-25 hours a week and is limited to less than 1000 hours in a fiscal year.  To find out more about the position, please visit www.smcfire.org (Job Descriptions – SMC Fire – Office Assistant).

Fire Prevention/Administration Office Assistant

• Provide excellent customer service for the Fire Prevention and Fire Administration divisions by greeting visitors, answering inquiries, and directing individuals to the appropriate staff or resources
• Manage calendars for multiple inspectors, schedule inspections, and charge appropriate fees
• Process special event permit applications, prepare invoices for permit fees, collect fees, and issue permits
• Assist with accounts payables and receivables, including invoicing, payment collection, and reconciliation for Fire Prevention activities
• Provide information and assistance regarding public education to the general public
• Assist with website updates related to Fire Prevention services
• Update and maintain a variety of Fire Prevention forms and documents

• Provide front-desk customer service by greeting visitors, answering inquiries and directing individuals to the appropriate staff or resources
• Perform a variety of general clerical duties, including filing, photocopying, processing mail, ordering supplies, scanning, and answering a multi-line telephone system
• Enter invoices for payment and data/information for reports, including setting up new vendors, reviewing statements
• Assist with accounts receivables related to shop billing and vendor transactions
• Update and maintain shop-related forms and documentation, assist with maintaining inventories of station supplies, and parts for apparatus repairs
• Receive supplies, check for condition and discrepancies, arrange for efficient and safe storage of stock, materials, and equipment
• Serve as administrative support for the Fleet & Facilities Manager and coordinate with other divisions as needed

Applications are being accepted for the position of Deputy City Clerk with the City of South San Francisco in the City Clerk’s Office. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  OPEN UNTIL FILLED. HOWEVER, INTERESTED CANDIDATES SHOULD APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE AS THERE WILL BE A FIRST REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS ON THURSDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2025.  

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

The Department

The City Clerk’s Office administers the democratic process such as elections, access to records, and all legislative actions, ensuring transparency to the public. The City Clerk’s Office is responsible for acting as a compliance officer for federal, state, and local statues including the Political Reform Act, the Brown Act, and the Public Records Act.

The City Clerk serves as a steward of the democratic process and is a liaison between the City Council and members of the public. The City Clerk is a partner in democracy, providing information and ensuring transparency. The City Clerk is an elected representative of the people and serves a four-year term. The City Clerk has legal responsibilities described in California Government Code Sections 40800, et seq., the Elections Code, and City ordinance.

The Position

Under general direction, the Deputy City Clerk is responsible for providing support to the City Clerk and Assistant City Clerk. This includes but is not limited to records management, public records requests, attendance at Council and/or Standing Committee meetings, preparing and editing minutes, and assisting with special projects. With responsibility for legal noticing, advertising, and calendaring public hearings.

The position is an exciting and rewarding career opportunity for a candidate with a broad vision and proven track record of implementing best practices in a Municipal Clerk’s Office and promoting public trust in local government, good government, and transparency.          

Applications are being accepted for the position of Water Quality Control Plant Electrician I/II with the City of South San Francisco in the Public Works Department. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1, 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 South San Francisco Public Works Department is comprised of its three main divisions - Engineering, Maintenance & Operations, and the Water Quality Control Plant. Together, these divisions ensure that South San Francisco's infrastructure and public services are efficiently managed and maintained, contributing to the overall quality of life in the community.

Located adjacent to San Francisco Bay on Colma Creek, the Water Quality Control Plant (WQCP) provides secondary wastewater treatment for the cities of South San Francisco, San Bruno, and Colma. It also provides the dechlorination treatment of chlorinated effluent for the cities of Burlingame, Millbrae, and the San Francisco International Airport prior to discharging the treated wastewater into San Francisco Bay. The average dry weather flow through the facility is 9 million gallons per day (MGD). Peak wet weather flows can exceed 60 MGD.