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THE POSITION:

Under the general supervision of the Youth & Family Services Clinical Supervisor and the Community Services Manager, the Intervention Counselor provides crisis intervention, individual and family counseling; identifies appropriate referral services to youth, families and individuals.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:

Intervention Counselor is a journey-level professional classification. Incumbents perform the full range of counseling duties within the Community Services division. Incumbents in this position receive occasional instruction as new or unusual situations arise. The Intervention Counselor is distinguished from the Clinical Supervisor in that the latter is responsible for overseeing clinical work, providing direct supervision to clinical staff and interns, responsible for ensuring counselors follow professional guidelines, establishes processes and procedures for the clinical side of the division, researches and provides appropriate training, and is the primary liaison with the school district and police department in regard to referrals, counseling, and crisis support. While the Intervention Counselor provides direct counseling, run group counseling and workshops, and provides intervention services and supportive tools and resources to clients.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Duties may include but are not limited to the following: 

• Provide individual, family and group counseling to children, adolescents, and adults using a variety of therapeutic and counseling techniques. 
• Provide crisis intervention services around a variety of issues including: incorrigible youth/status offenders, child/adult abuse, domestic violence, trauma, individuals experiencing mental health issues, and families in conflict; may conduct visits at homes, schools, and juvenile detention centers. 
• Conduct assessments to identify appropriate resources, provide referral services and connect clients with additional services as needed.
• May receive, process and track all incoming case management, outreach, and counseling referrals as needed.
• Represent the City of Union City in the name of AC Probation, Centro de Servicios, Tiburcio Vazquez, Malabar House/Eden Counseling Services, NHUSD school administrators – principals, teachers, student services staff, UC Family Center,  Fremont Resource Center, (Fresh Lives for Youth (FLY), Filipinos  Advocates For Justice (FAFJ), MidPen Housing, Bay Area Community Health (BACH),  Safe Alternatives To Violent Environments (SAVE) to continue to develop and maintain relationships with these social welfare agencies and organizations. 
• Prepare and give presentations to youth, parents and community members.
• Conduct outreach to promote programs and services.
• Generate and maintain appropriate records, client files, and accurate statistical/monthly reports.
• Participate in weekly and monthly department and community meetings, trainings, and workshops as necessary.
• May provide guidance and clinical support to non-clinical staff who engage with clients. 
• Develop and implement new processes and procedures as needed. 
   

The City of San José (CSJ) , the Capital of Silicon Valley, is one of the nation's best managed cities and one of the top ten cities in which to live, work, and do business. Moreover, San José is the center of cultural, government and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San José have embraced the values of: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect and Celebration. Our diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7,000 employees play a key role in the success of San José, the heart of the Silicon Valley. All City of San José employees work together as one team to make San José a vibrant, innovative, and desirable place to live and work. Visit here to learn more about San José.

The City's Public Works Department ( D PW) is seeking Electricians whose values align with the values of the City's employees. DPW Electricians enjoy a regular 40-hour work with opportunity for overtime hours, and include medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits. The Public Works Department i s responsible for delivering capital improvement projects for a wide variety of City facilities and infrastructure, m aintaining City facilities and fleet assets, f acilitating and regulating development activities, and providing animal care and services. The Department is committed to high-quality service, partnering with the community, and providing an excellent environment in which to work.

Benefits & Compensation

The City offers a variety of benefit options to employees, including health, dental, visio n, and life insurance. Employees in the Electrician I/II classification are represented by the bargaining unit, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local No. 332 (IBEW) . Explore a comprehensive list of benefits by visiting CSJ's Human Resources Benefits webpage . Benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Regular W ork hours of 40-hours/week + overtime opportunity
• Annual P aid H oliday T ime - off : 15 days
• Accrued a nnual P aid T ime - off: approx. 10 days (first 5 years of service)*
• A ccrued a nnual P aid S ick - time
• Medical , D ental , and V ision insurance
• Retirement /Pension
• Employee Assistance Program & Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical Reimbursement and Dependent Care)
• Commuter Benefit & Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Long Term Disability (LTD) & Personal Accident Insurance (AD&D)
• Long Term Care(for existing subscribers only)

* (2080 hours worked = 1 year)

Salary ranges for this classification are:

• Electrician I: $ 110 , 313.84 - $ 134 , 228.64 approximate annual pay
• Electrician II: $115,861.20 - $140,955.36 approximate annual pay

This salary range(s) includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates' qualifications and experience.

The City of San José , Public Works Department is seeking to fill five ( 5 ) full- time Electrician vacancies . The department's tight-kn i t team of E lectrician s work collabo ra tively and intra-departmentally to ensure electrical components and systems are installed and m aintained throughout city facilities such as community centers, l ibraries and public park s.

Electrician I is the entry-level class in the Electrician series. Incumbents are provided with training and experience to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the full range of installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and equipment.

Electrician II is the journey level class in the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems and equipment, working independently under general supervision.

Electricians are responsible for installing, maintaining , testing, troubleshooting, repairing, and operating high and low voltage/amperage electrical components, systems and equipment including locating problems; determining appropriate courses of action; and coordinating repairs with affected parties. They design, fabricate, and install electrical systems and components and install wiring and electrical equipment, ensuring code compliance. Electricians review work orders, maintain activity logs, prepare requisitions and obtain approval for various projects. Duties may also include purchasing electrical supplies, including filling out paperwork; coordinating purchases; and, choosing vendors. They are responsible for responding to occasional emergencies, evaluating and taking required actions and determining if support is needed. Public Works electrician duties also include:

• N ew construction, remodels, small tenant improvement projects ;
• L ighting retrofit projects ;
• M aintenance of pump stations (includes motor controls and PLC's and computerized alarm and monitoring of pumps, etc. ) ;
• Maintenance of E mergency generators, fire alarm systems, vehicle gate operators, badge access controls, lighting control systems ;
• E lectrical building distribution systems and equipment up to and including 12kv ;
• I nstalling cat 5 and fiber optic networks and maintenance of all City buildings ; and
• Setting up t emporary power for special events and public address setups.

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DESCRIPTION:

The Department:

The Santa Clara City Library is a department of the City of Santa Clara. The Santa Clara City Library operates three facilities, a virtual branch through a website, and a bookmobile. The Library provides a collection of virtual and physical books and resources, services and programs, public internet access, adult literacy and English as Second Language classes for the Santa Clara community. Services and programs are free and open to all.

The Position:

The Santa Clara City Library is seeking an enthusiastic and community-oriented Librarian with a strong public service commitment at the Mission Branch Library. This Librarian will provide library service, information, and programming for all ages, and may be responsible of the branch in-lieu of more senior staff. Constant contact and collaboration with patrons of all ages, including those with diverse backgrounds and abilities, are part of the daily duties of this position.  

This is a limited-term appointment of 30-40 hours/week for up to 6 months. As an as-needed employee, this is an "at-will" position and there is no guarantee of hours. Hours are limited to 999 in a fiscal year or 960 hours in a fiscal year for retired CalPERS annuitants.

Additional Information:

Applications must be filled out completely (e.g. do not write “see resume, NA, or personnel file.”). To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a Resume.  Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Application packets may be submitted online through the “Apply Now” feature on the job announcement at www.santaclaraca.gov. This position is open until filled: Applications will be reviewed on a bi-weekly basis for consideration to the position.  If you are interested in applying you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, before the position is closed.

THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS OR DEPARTMENTS BESIDES THE POSITIONS LISTED BELOW.  IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN EMPLOYMENT IN THIS CLASSIFICATION, YOU SHOULD APPLY TO ENSURE YOU ARE CONSIDERED FOR ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES THAT MAY UTILIZE THE APPLICANTS FROM THIS RECRUITMENT. MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS.  ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

Under immediate supervision:

• Performs professional librarian duties;
• Provides bibliographic instruction to library patrons;
• Facilitates access to library materials using a variety of print and electronic resources;
• Performs manual and computerized bibliographic searches;
• Provides assistance to library patrons of all ages in location and use of library materials, resources, and facilities;
• Answers reference questions at all levels of complexity;
• Provides readers' advisory services;
• Evaluates and selects library materials;
• Plans and participates in library sponsored programs;
• Prepares publicity and displays;
• Serves as a member of library teams and on task forces;
• Attends related training, workshops, and conferences and participates in professional development activities;
• Serves as a resource in teaching the the effective use of library materials and services for our community.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum Education Requirements:

Possession of a Master’s Degree in Library/Information Science from an American Library Association accredited library school.

Minimum Experience Requirements:

None.

Acceptable Substitution:

None.

License/Certifications:

Possession of an appropriate, valid California Class C driver's license is required at time of appointment and for the duration of employment.

Other Requirements: 

• Must have availability on Saturdays.
• Must be able to perform all the essential functions of the job assignment.
• Must be able to perform physical tasks, such as lifting, bending, stooping, reaching, carrying, and walking.

Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Public library principles and practices
• Dewey Decimal classification
• Computerized bibliographic databases and online bibliographic searching techniques, including the Internet and World Wide Web
• Principles of intellectual freedom
• Reference interviewing techniques
• Collection development principles and techniques
• Office safety practices, procedures and standards
• Customer service techniques
• Children's and young adult literature, and current trends in library service to children, as well as similar familiarity with literature and trends in literature and services for adults. 

The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 615-2080 or HumanResources@santaclaraca.gov.

The City of Newark is seeking dedicated professionals to be Public Safety Dispatchers and be members of a team providing excellent service to our community. The idea of contributing to the outcomes of emergency situations should be a challenge that applicants are willing to embrace.  Newark Police Department patrol shifts are based upon a team policing model.  Dispatchers are an integral piece of that team and work the same schedule as officers with three 12.5 hour shifts per week, with one extra 10 hour shift each month working in either the communications center or attending training.  If you are interested in future development and growth opportunities within the Newark Police Department, we encourage you to participate in the Public Safety Dispatcher recruitment process.  

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Education:

• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

• Two (2) years of clerical, administrative, or dispatching experience.
• Experience in emergency dispatching, law enforcement or emergency-related services is desirable.

License and Certificate:

• Possession of California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Public Safety Dispatching Certificate is required within the probationary period and throughout employment.
• This classification requires the ability to travel independently within and outside of City limits.

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third-party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose’s website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers.

 

About the Department

The award-winning San José Public Library (SJPL) consists of more than 600 employees, a 23% bilingual workforce, and has 24 branch libraries across San José, in addition to the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library, which is the city’s main library jointly operated through a unique partnership with San José State University. SJPL serves a diverse community of roughly one-million residents and currently has nearly 700,000 library members. It annually attracts over 6 million visitors (pre-pandemic) and circulates more than 8 million items per year.

Over the past few years, SJPL has cultivated a 21st century library experience dedicated to public service and committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion at the core. In addition to providing library services to the community, SJPL proudly leads two citywide initiatives - the Education and Digital Literacy Strategy and the SJ Access digital equity initiative, which has become the number one provider of free public access to Wi-Fi connectivity, tech device lending, and multi-lingual digital literacy programs and support. SJPL is led by Jill Bourne, City Librarian, who was nationally recognized in 2017 as Library Journal’s “Librarian of the Year.”

SJPL enriches lives by fostering lifelong learning and ensuring that every member of the community has access to a vast array of ideas and information. The library department is a place where people do great work and make a difference in our community. To see examples of SJPL’s work and learn more about its impact, visit www.sjpl.org. Join us to make a difference!

Position Duties

This position requires flexible availability. Shifts may include morning, afternoon, to evening availability Monday – Sunday. Shift rotations may be required and will be based on the needs of the department. 

Under the direction of the Security Services Supervisor, this position is responsible for performing work focused around supporting safety and delivering de-escalatory security services at any of the 24 SJPL library branches. This position has the unique opportunity to establish and build community trust and safety. The Senior Security Officer will perform duties related to enforcing SJPL Behavior Policy, monitoring and responding to security related incidents at library branches, be proactive in mitigating/deterring criminal activity and damage, performing accurate incident reporting, as well as providing security coaching and training to staff. The Security Officer will monitor inside the library building, as well as the outside perimeter of library building and library parking lot. 

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Interact with a diverse population of library customers and employees to preserve a safe and inviting community environment; provide customer service to library customers. 

• Patrol multiple library branch locations, including building interior and exterior, to identify and deter illegal activities, report suspicious behavior or dangerous situations, while promoting a positive visual presence.

• Address and deescalate library security incidents in alignment with the library’s Behavior Policy and enforcement of violation guidelines. 

• Ensure a courteous and professional demeanor when dealing with difficult library customers and demonstrate excellent customer service to both customers and all levels of library staff. 

• Determine, using sound judgement, the best means of addressing security situations, including informing customers about library policies, reporting incidents appropriately to local law enforcement, producing accurate documentation/reporting, warning customers of rule infractions or violations, assisting staff with escorting people out, and serving suspension paperwork.

• Investigate and document potentially hazardous conditions and communicate with library facilities, executive management, Police, Fire, and other agencies as appropriate; liaise with the partner University Police Department and San Jose Police Department, as needed.

• Write incident reports of library conduct policy violations, activities, and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences. Maintain security-related records and information.

• Draft library customer suspensions requests and serve suspension paperwork; gather and present data related to incidents.

• Evaluate and recommend revision of security and emergency procedures and policies.

• Interpret, implement, and relay legal statutes, laws, departmental policies, procedures, and regulations.

• Provide security-related trainings to library staff.

• May provide training to contract security officers, monitor effectiveness, and evaluate performance/process improvements; ensure current training of all security personnel is complete.

• Respond to emergencies at any of the branch libraries; ensure accurate reporting and follow up with library executive management; Respond to medical emergencies and may provide first aid or CPR.

• Current CPR and American Red Cross Standard First Aid certification desired but not required time of hire. Training can be provided.

• Bilingual skills preferred.

The salary range for Senior Security Officer is approximately $76,789.44 - $93,300.48 annually. This amount includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates’ qualifications and experience.

The successful candidate will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, the ability to interpret, implement and relay policies, procedures, laws, regulations with the public and partner departments, and possess the ability to mitigate and deescalate conflict.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

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

Job Announcement URL: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sanjoseca/jobs/4927013/senior-security-officer?page=2&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs 

We are looking for a highly motivated, reliable, and skilled professional to take on the role of Senior Administrative Assistant. This is the advanced journey level classification within the Administrative Assistant series. This recruitment will establish a list to fill current vacancies in the City Clerk’s Office and the Finance and Administrative Services Department (FASD) in the Purchasing and Support Services division, as well as future vacancies in the Senior Administrative Assistant classification. If you excel in multitasking, communication, and enjoy collaborating, this position is for you! Review our detailed job description here.

As the Senior Administrative Assistant for City Clerk’s Office, you will primarily respond to Public Records Act Requests, exercising data management and critical thinking skills.

As the Senior Administrative Assistant for Purchasing, you will provide valued support to the Purchasing and Support Services Division, serving as the administrative backbone and face of the division.

The Essentials:

Senior Administrative Assistant – Minimum Qualifications

• Three (3) years of increasingly responsible administrative and clerical experience involving frequent public contact.
• Education equivalent to the completion of the 12th grade supplemented by coursework in office or business management.

Highly desirable – City Clerk’s Office:

• Related experience at a public agency or in a legal office
• Experience with records or data management software

Highly Desirable – Purchasing:

• Related experience at a public agency
• Experience with finance related tasks and/or software (Processing contracts, purchase orders, invoices, and updating a vendor database)

Are We a Match? :

What You’ll Do – City Clerk’s Office

• Take ownership over initiating responses to Public Records Act Requests
  • Coordinate with other City departments to ensure that requests are forwarded appropriately, applicable records are received, and the request response is on schedule
  • Understand each request, proactively identifying potential issues and requesting more information as necessary
  • Stay organized and ensure compliance with legal deadlines, following up with others as necessary
• Provide coverage for the City Clerk’s front desk in the absence of the Administrative Assistant – answering or directing inquiries by phone, email, and in-person
• Assist with other projects as needed, such as noticing and filing

What You’ll Do – Purchasing

• Utilize your knowledge of Purchasing and the team to answer inquiries or direct them to the appropriate Buyer.
• Manage communication with vendors daily, sending them purchasing orders, ensuring their receipt, and updating the vendor database. Assist vendors by answering or directing their inquiries and ensuring their compliance with document requirements.
• Model and improve upon your analytical and technical skills, working with Excel and Finance Enterprise (FE), amongst other systems, to ensure that records are well-maintained and accurate. Upload requisitions into FE.
• Exercise excellent customer service to internal facing customers, assisting other departments through phone, email, or in-person inquiries.
• Stay cool under pressure, ensuring that key deadlines are met and a fluctuating volume of workload is managed.

Work Schedule 

For both vacancies, the incumbent can expect to work onsite 5 days a week. With stellar performance there is the possibility for some hybrid flexibility later on.

Are we a Match? – Key Qualities

While there are two distinct and exciting professional opportunities within this classification, a successful finalist in either role can expect to possess the following skills:

• A keen attention to detail and ability to meet critical deadlines
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Analytical and technical skills – someone with the ability to discern how to best respond to inquiries and be technically savvy with software and data management.

Are we a Match? – City Clerk’s Office

In addition to the qualities listed above, you are…

• A critical thinker who is able to think on their feet.
• Detail-oriented with excellent reading comprehension.
• A clear and concise communicator.
• Diligent with meeting deadlines and not afraid to follow up with others for required information.

Are we a Match? – Purchasing

In addition to the qualities listed above, you are…

• Able to juggle various assignments in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Detail-oriented and have strong organizational skills.
• Customer service savvy - you strive to help people and take initiative to find answers.
• Gifted at organizing and updating files, information, and data.
• Eager to expand upon your knowledge of applicable software programs.
• Cool under pressure and enjoy working collaboratively with a team.
• Prideful of your Excel and math skills.

The City of Livermore is currently accepting applications to fill two (2) Mechanic vacancies in the Fleet Services Section of the Maintenance Service Division. A Mechanic performs maintenance and repair services on heavy/light City vehicles/equipment, such as fire trucks, automobiles, construction equipment, street sweepers, lawn mowers, stationary generators; and performs other duties as assigned.

This is the journey level classification in the Mechanic series. The Mechanic performs a range of skilled tasks requiring journey level mechanical ability and aptitude. Work assignments are performed according to established rules and procedures. Independent judgment is required and is supported at regular intervals by supervisory review and direction.

Apply at livermoreca.gov/jobs by 5 pm on May 23rd, 2025!