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The City of Menlo Park is seeking engineering professionals, with exceptional technical and project management skills, for Senior Civil Engineer positions in the Public Works Department (Department) Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Division. The Senior Engineer will lead capital improvement projects under the supervision of the City Engineer or Public Works Director. The CIP team delivers projects for City owned facilities including streets, buildings, storm and domestic water, and parks. The Senior Civil Engineer is responsible for executing CIP projects from planning through completion and managing assigned staff.   

Engineers who prefer diversity in their work and welcome opportunities to work on challenging and visible projects are encouraged to apply. Candidates with experience in a public agency setting, or a combination of public and private sector experience, are preferred. 

About the Department

The Public Works Department consists of approximately 72 full time employees and is responsible for maintaining and improving the City’s streets, parks, water and stormwater systems, traffic signals, fleet, and public buildings.  Public Works provides many of the basic services affecting the daily lives of everyone living, working, visiting, and commuting within the City, including:  

• 26 City-owned buildings/facilities and their grounds
• A fleet of over 250 vehicles and pieces of equipment
• 97 miles of streets
• Drinking water delivery for 16,000 customers
• Flood protection and stormwater management programs particularly along the San Francisco Bay, San Francisquito Creek and Atherton Channel
• 14 parks, 2 open spaces, 14 playgrounds, 2 dog parks, 9 sports fields, and 14 tennis/pickleball courts
• Efforts to preserve and expand the urban canopy, including 20,000 public trees
• Multimodal transportation services including 42 traffic signals, safe routes to schools and citywide shuttle programs. 

The department has nearly a $40 million operating budget supported by over 25 different special/dedicated funding sources for the varied programs and services provided to the community. In addition, the City has an approximate $100 million capital improvement program, in part due to a successful track record in pursuing grants from a variety of local, state and federal sources. Some of the exciting efforts on the horizon include efforts to protect the San Francisco Bay shoreline and adjacent community from sea level rise; efforts to eliminate the City’s reliance on fossil fuels through building and fleet electrification; making investments in transportation safety through strategic quick-build projects and large infrastructure changes like a pedestrian/bicycle undercrossing at Caltrain; and ensuring the equitable delivery of services throughout the entire city in alignment with the goals and programs developed as part of the city’s first environmental justice element underway.

A job description, including examples of typical job functions and qualifying knowledge, skills, and abilities, is available by clicking on the Job Description link.

Join Our Team! The City of South San Francisco's Parks and Recreation department is excited to announce open applications for Swim Instructors!

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make an impact? Come thrive in South San Francisco, where vibrant parks, a state-of-the-art library, and a passionate community set the stage for a fulfilling career in civil service. With flexible, part-time positions, this is the perfect opportunity to jumpstart your career, gain hands-on experience, and help shape the future of our dynamic city!

Why Work with Us?

• Be a part of the third largest department in South San Francisco
• Engage with our diverse community through exciting programs in Aquatics, Arts, Youth Enrichment, and more!
• Enjoy a flexible, part-time work schedule perfect for students or those seeking work-life balance

Are you ready to make a difference and grow with us? Apply today and be part of something bigger! 

THE APPLICATION PROCESS:

To be considered, applicants must submit the following REQUIRED items:

• City application
• Certifications (if applicable)

Recruitment Contact: Brian Noce

Email: brian.noce@ssf.net

To view the full job description, qualifications, and available shifts, please click the link below. This is a continuous recruitment and may close at at any time.

Please note that we are hiring for the following positions under the Recreation Leader I/II classification, when you are submitting your application please indicate which role that you are applying for:

• Service Desk
• Facility Attendant

GROW AND THRIVE 

Do you want to serve your community? Are you a team player? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment? If you said yes to any and all of these, then we want you to be a part of the San Bruno Recreation and Senior Teams! 

WHAT WE OFFER 

• Flexible work schedules 
• Positions for all levels of experience 
• Fast-paced, fun work environment 

GENERAL INFO 

Under general supervision, the Recreation Leader I/II positions provide essential support to recreation programs and services by performing custodial tasks, event setup and teardown, program support, and minor maintenance duties at various facilities, including parks and community centers. This temporary, part-time position requires working an average of 15 to 20 hours per week, but no more than 999 hours per fiscal year total. The roles involve ensuring the facilities are clean, safe, and operational while delivering excellent customer service. Performs other duties as assigned.

UNIVERSAL POSITION DUTIES (Illustrative purposes only) 

• Organize, inventory, and maintain facility materials and equipment. 
• Supervise teams/groups of other program staff or volunteers under the direction of Supervisor. 
• Assist in organizing and supervising recreational programs in any one or more of the following areas: children, adults, senior citizens, and participants with special needs at playgrounds, community centers, and other recreational areas. 
• Open, close, and secure facilities, including locking gates and setting alarms. 
• Set up and tear down tables, chairs, and equipment according to event/program requirements. 
• Perform light maintenance and cleaning tasks to ensure facility safety and upkeep. 
• Enforce policies, maintain discipline, and provide customer service to patrons. 
• Monitor and report facility issues and potential hazards. 
• Assist with special events and activities as needed. 
• Respond to and resolve patron inquiries and complaints. 
• Participate in safety training and emergency procedures. 
• Monitor facility rentals and provide customer service as needed. 
• Lift and move, routinely and regularly, up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lifting and/or moving over 60 pounds. Duties also include repetitive pushing; pulling; crawling; climbing; and prolonged periods of standing, lifting above the shoulders, working off a ladder, manual dexterity, and maintaining good vision and hearing. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

SERVICE DESK (Illustrative purposes only) 

• Greet patrons, answer and direct calls, and provide information on programs, rentals, schedules, rules, and policies. 
• Open/close the facility and monitor for safety, cleanliness, and proper use. 
• Check daily facility schedules and rental setup requirements. 
• Use computer systems for data entry. 
• Assist patrons with registration processing and POS transactions. 
• Handle office tasks including mail distribution, shipments, and deliveries. 
• Support office inventory management for supplies and equipment. 
• Assist facility attendants and recreation programs as needed. 

FACILITY ATTENDANT (Illustrative purposes only) 

• Greet patrons, and provide information on programs, rentals, schedules, rules, and policies. 
• Organize, inventory, and maintain facility materials and equipment. 
• Open, close, and secure facilities, including locking gates and setting alarms. 
• Set up and tear down tables, chairs, and equipment according to event/program requirements. 
• Perform light upkeep and cleaning tasks to ensure facility safety and upkeep. 
• Enforce policies, maintain discipline, and provide customer service to patrons. 
• Monitor and report facility issues and potential hazards. 
• Assist with special events and activities as needed. 
• Respond to and resolve patron inquiries and complaints. 
• Participate in safety training and emergency procedures. 
• Monitor facility rentals and provide customer service as needed. 

WORKING CONDITIONS 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Work in outside weather conditions, potentially being exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic and/or caustic chemicals. 
• Noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderately loud while in staff-only areas, and moderate to loud when in public areas in the field.
• Ability to work variable hours, including mornings, late evenings, holidays, and weekends. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

Education and Experience 

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent. This provision may be waived if applicant is under the age of 18.
• Two years of customer service or service in the recreation industry experience preferred

Skills and Abilities 

• Facility operations, customer service, basic event/program management, and safety practices. 
• Ability to use custodial and operational equipment, communicate effectively, and work independently. 

Special Requirements 

• Ability to obtain a current First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. 
• Ability to obtain a current California Food Handler Card. 
• Ability to obtain a current Driver’s License and clean driving record is preferred. 

Tools and Equipment Used 

• Various hand tools and cleaning equipment used in the operation and maintenance of a recreation or community center facility. 
• Operation of city vehicle. 

Physical Demands 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Frequent walking, sitting, talking, or hearing. 
• Use of hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms to climb or balance. 
• Routinely and regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move over 60 pounds. 

HOW TO APPLY

Applications may be submitted online at BambooHR. Applications must be received by 5:00 pm on Thursday, November 6, 2025. You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible before the position is closed. The City of San Bruno utilizes a merit-based selection system. Such a system 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 position.   

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and as such does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, gender, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices.  If you require special accommodations, please contact us to discuss your needs.

Please note the following:

This recruitment is only open to INTERNAL STAFF.

We are hiring for the following positions under the Recreation Specialist classification, when you are submitting your application, please indicate which role that you are applying for:

• Service Desk Lead
• Facility Attendant Lead

GROW AND THRIVE 

Do you want to serve your community? Are you a team player? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment? If you said yes to any and all of these, then we want you to be a part of the San Bruno Recreation and Senior Teams! 

WHAT WE OFFER 

• Flexible work schedules 
• Positions for all levels of experience 
• Fast-paced, fun work environment 

GENERAL INFO 

Under general supervision, the Recreation Specialist positions provide essential support to recreation programs and services by performing custodial tasks, event setup and teardown, program support, and minor maintenance duties at various facilities, including parks and community centers. This temporary, part-time position requires working an average of 15 to 20 hours per week, but no more than 999 hours per fiscal year total. The roles involve ensuring the facilities are clean, safe, and operational while delivering excellent customer service. Performs other duties as assigned.

UNIVERSAL POSITION DUTIES (Illustrative purposes only) 

• Organize, inventory, and maintain facility materials and equipment. 
• Supervise teams/groups of other program staff or volunteers under the direction of Supervisor. 
• Assist in organizing and supervising recreational programs in any one or more of the following areas: children, adults, senior citizens, and participants with special needs at playgrounds, community centers, and other recreational areas. 
• Open, close, and secure facilities, including locking gates and setting alarms. 
• Set up and tear down tables, chairs, and equipment according to event/program requirements. 
• Perform light maintenance and cleaning tasks to ensure facility safety and upkeep. 
• Enforce policies, maintain discipline, and provide customer service to patrons. 
• Monitor and report facility issues and potential hazards. 
• Assist with special events and activities as needed. 
• Respond to and resolve patron inquiries and complaints. 
• Participate in safety training and emergency procedures. 
• Monitor facility rentals and provide customer service as needed. 
• Lift and move, routinely and regularly, up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lifting and/or moving over 60 pounds. Duties also include repetitive pushing; pulling; crawling; climbing; and prolonged periods of standing, lifting above the shoulders, working off a ladder, manual dexterity, and maintaining good vision and hearing. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

SERVICE DESK LEAD (Illustrative purposes only) 

• Greet patrons, answer and direct calls, and provide information on programs, rentals, schedules, rules, and policies. 
• Open/close the facility and monitor for safety, cleanliness, and proper use. 
• Check daily facility schedules and rental setup requirements. 
• Use computer systems for data entry. 
• Assist patrons with registration processing and POS transactions. 
• Handle office tasks including mail distribution, shipments, and deliveries. 
• Support office inventory management for supplies and equipment. 
• Assist facility attendants and recreation programs as needed. 

FACILITY ATTENDANT LEAD (Illustrative purposes only) 

• Greet patrons, and provide information on programs, rentals, schedules, rules, and policies. 
• Organize, inventory, and maintain facility materials and equipment. 
• Open, close, and secure facilities, including locking gates and setting alarms. 
• Set up and tear down tables, chairs, and equipment according to event/program requirements. 
• Perform light upkeep and cleaning tasks to ensure facility safety and upkeep. 
• Enforce policies, maintain discipline, and provide customer service to patrons. 
• Monitor and report facility issues and potential hazards. 
• Assist with special events and activities as needed. 
• Respond to and resolve patron inquiries and complaints. 
• Participate in safety training and emergency procedures. 
• Monitor facility rentals and provide customer service as needed. 

WORKING CONDITIONS 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Work in outside weather conditions, potentially being exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic and/or caustic chemicals. 
• Noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderately loud while in staff-only areas, and moderate to loud when in public areas in the field.
• Ability to work variable hours, including mornings, late evenings, holidays, and weekends. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

Education and Experience 

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent. 
• Two years of customer service or service in the recreation industry experience required

Skills and Abilities 

• Facility operations, customer service, basic event/program management, and safety practices. 
• Ability to use custodial and operational equipment, communicate effectively, and work independently. 

Special Requirements 

• Ability to obtain a current First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. 
• Ability to obtain a current California Food Handler Card. 
• Ability to obtain a current Driver’s License and clean driving record is preferred. 

Tools and Equipment Used 

• Various hand tools and cleaning equipment used in the operation and maintenance of a recreation or community center facility. 
• Operation of city vehicle. 

Physical Demands 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Frequent walking, sitting, talking, or hearing. 
• Use of hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms to climb or balance. 
• Routinely and regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move over 60 pounds. 

HOW TO APPLY

Applications may be submitted online at BambooHR. Applications must be received by 5:00 pm on Thursday, November 6, 2025. You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible before the position is closed. The City of San Bruno utilizes a merit-based selection system. Such a system 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 position.   

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and as such does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, gender, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices.  If you require special accommodations, please contact us to discuss your needs. 

The Public Works Department is responsible for operating, maintaining, and improving the City’s public infrastructure – streets, water, storm, public buildings, the City’s fleet, trees, parks, and traffic signals. The Department also reviews plans and inspects construction of public improvements to serve private residential and commercial development and plans the capital and operating budgets.

The Department is seeking to hire engineering and public administration interns to provide support for several programs as described below:

The City of Half Moon Bay Community Development Department invites qualified candidates to apply for the position of Senior Planner.  The Department is seeking an attentive and well-qualified Senior Planner Supervisor to join the Planning Division. The Senior Planner reviews and manages complex development projects through the entitlement process, oversees professional planning assignments, manages long-range planning studies, and incorporates meaningful community engagement into planning initiatives. At any given time, the Senior Planner may be interpreting zoning regulations, managing consultant work, preparing detailed project analyses, or advising the public on planning matters.

The Senior Planner reports to the Community Development Director and supervises more junior planners. Senior Planners may also serve as project manager for major private development proposals and City planning projects, serve as Deputy Zoning Administrator, and act as staff liaison to the Planning Commission.

• Manage a variety of complex planning projects, including residential, commercial, and mixed-use development.
• Apply policies and procedures of the City’s Local Coastal Program (LCP), General Plan, and zoning regulations.
• Direct consultant services for CEQA and technical reviews.
• Conduct and present analyses of planning proposals; prepare staff reports and recommendations.
• Facilitate public engagement and represent the City at meetings, workshops, and hearings.
• Provide guidance to architects, contractors, developers, and the general public regarding development standards.
• Supervise and mentor planning staff in best practices and project review.
• Coordinate interdepartmental project review and collaborate with external agencies.
• Attend evening and weekend meetings as required.

Applications are being accepted for the position of Public Works Maintenance Worker with the City of South San Francisco. This is a non-benefited, part-time/hourly position. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: THIS IS A CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT. IF INTERESTED, PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY, AS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.

Hourly Rate: $35.88- $43.61 per hour

The Department 

The Public Works department is comprised of the Maintenance, Engineering and WQCP (Water Quality Control Plant) divisions. The Maintenance Division is responsible for all of the asphalt and concrete streets within the City as well as all of the associated signalized intersections, streetlights, road signs and traffic markings.  The division also maintains the sanitary sewer/storm system which includes all of the sanitary sewer lines, all of the storm lines and catch basins, several storm water pump stations, as well as various large storm water trash capture devices throughout the City.

THE POSITION

Under close to general supervision, this hourly position is responsible for cleaning and maintaining the downtown corridor, including the removal of litter, debris, and illegal dumping. Duties are primarily driven by SeeClickFix service requests and may include other related maintenance and cleaning tasks as assigned.
 

IDEAL CANDIDATE 

The ideal candidate will have experience with outdoor maintenance work and be familiar with basic tools, equipment, and safety practices related to cleaning and debris removal in public spaces. They will take pride in keeping high-visibility areas clean and welcoming, respond promptly to service requests (such as those submitted through SeeClickFix), and interact professionally with the public and City staff. The ideal candidate will be reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently or as part of a team, using sound judgment while following established safety procedures.

TYPICAL DUTIES (may include but are not limited to the following):

• Conduct daily cleaning and maintenance of the City’s downtown corridor, ensuring all public areas are free of litter and debris.
• Efficiently empty, clean and service all City owned trash receptacles, adhering to waste disposal and sanitation standards.
• Respond to requests for service in real time via smart device.
• Uses a variety of hand and power tools in connection with the above duties; operates light, motorized equipment, such as pick-ups, flatbeds, and dump trucks.
• Identify and report maintenance issues, safety hazards or vandalism during routine duties to appropriate City personnel.
• Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

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

Experience: One year of experience in general construction or maintenance work.

Training: Equivalent to graduation from high school.

THE APPLICATION PROCESS:

To be considered, applicants must submit the following REQUIRED items:

• City application
• Responses to the supplemental questionnaire

NOTE: Applications must be filled out in their entirety. Failure to complete the application and/or supplemental questions or failure to include a required attachment will disqualify the applicant from the recruitment process. Failure to list work experience, education or training or indicating “see resume” in the work experience section of the application will be considered an incomplete application and subject to disqualification. Additionally, only the application materials and documents specifically requested within this job announcement will be accepted and considered. Any supplemental documents submitted that are not required will not be reviewed as part of the application process.

THE SELECTION PROCESS:

Applicants whose submitted application materials demonstrate knowledge, skills and abilities in best alignment with the required and desired qualifications of this position may be invited to an interview by the hiring department. 

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

Prior to appointment, candidates will be required to submit to any or all of the following (as applicable:

1. Reference Check
2. SSF Background Check
3. Pre-Employment Medical Examination and Drug Screen

A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment. Determinations are made on a case-by-case basis with consideration given to the nature and recency of the conviction and relationship to job duties. All City standards must be met before the final appointment is made.

Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the recruitment process should advise the Human Resources Department upon submittal of application.  

The policy of the City of South San Francisco is to grant equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or national origin.  It is the intent and desire of the City of South San Francisco that equal employment opportunity will be provided in recruiting, hiring, training, promoting, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment.  The City of South San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

DISCLAIMER: This general announcement does not constitute an express or implied contract and is subject to change. Any provisions contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

Recruitment Contact

Contact phone: (650)877-8550

Contact email: Alex.Henry@ssfca.gov

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.          

The City of Foster City is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Building Inspector who is knowledgeable of Building codes and local ordinances to join the Building Division of our Community Development Department. The Department consists of Building, Planning, and Code Enforcement Divisions and is headed by Community Development Director. 

Education and Experience
Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities. A typical way would be:

Education: Graduation from high school or the equivalent. A desired course of additional education would include two (2) years of college course work in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Building Inspection, or completion of an Apprenticeship Program in a building construction related field.

Experience: Four (4) years of experience including a minimum of two (2) years of full-time plan check experience and two (2) years of progressively increasing responsibility in a variety of municipal building inspection work. Each year of college education in building construction, engineering, drafting, architecture or related courses may substitute for a year of experience.

Licenses, Certificates, Registration

• Possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s License may be required at the time of appointment. For positions where the ability to drive is not an essential function, the employee must be able to arrange reliable and timely transportation through private or public transportation for attendance at off-site meetings, events, and trainings.
• Possession of the International Code Council (I.C.C.) Full Combination Building Inspector Certificate is required at the time of appointment.
• Incumbents must acquire an ICC Plans Examiner Certificate within one year of hiring.

To review the full job announcement, click on the "Foster City Principal Building Inspector Flyer" below.

Selection Process
Applications will be reviewed for relevant education, experience, training and other job related qualifications. Based upon a review of employment applications received, a limited number of qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the examination process. 

The process will consist of an Oral Panel Interview. An eligibility list will be established from those who pass the examination process with a score of 70% or higher. Current and future vacancies may be filled from this list. The list will remain in effect for at least one year unless exhausted sooner. 

The department will invite the most qualified candidates from the eligibility list to a final department interview. The Community Development Department will make the hiring decision. 

Expected Dates for Examinations (subject to change): 
Oral Panel Interview: Week of November 3 (exact date TBD)
Department Interview: Week of November 10 (exact date TBD) 

Note: Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee that a candidate will be invited to participate in the selection process. The City of Foster City reserves the right, at its discretion, to limit the number of qualified candidates invited to the selection process. 

Application Filing Period: Closes at 5:00pm on the date stated in the job announcement; however, it may close prior to the filing end date if sufficient applications have been received. If sufficient applications have not been received, then the filing period end date may be extended. 

The Department of Public Works is looking for a highly motivated Information Technology (IT) Technician. Under general supervision, the IT Technician will be responsible for supporting the IT staff with general desktop support and access control systems support. General duties include imaging PC's, installing software and hardware, documenting procedures, keeping accurate records, providing advice to users of application software, and training users to make appropriate and safe usage of the IT infrastructure. The IT technician will also be responsible for providing superior customer service in working with both internal users and other departments in maintaining records in the card key management software.

The Department 
The Department of Public Works is unique by being one of the few departments in San Mateo County to have its own internal, full-service IT unit, Business Systems Section. BSS is a small group of dedicated IT staff who are responsible for a wide range of roles in Information Technology: from handling core IT functions to providing GIS support to handling access control.

Working in BSS, staff have the opportunity to learn and work with many different aspects of technology including desktop support, enterprise application support, design/ implement/ maintain server, and network infrastructure, creating GIS maps and spatial applications, internet/ intranet web design and support, databases, and even some programming opportunities.

The ideal candidate:

• Has strong desktop support, troubleshooting and “break-fix” skills; familiarity using helpdesk ticketing systems (Samanage, JIRA, ServiceNow, etc.) and knowledge bases (Confluence)
• Has working knowledge of enterprise software platforms (Microsoft O365) and directory services (Active Directory)
• Has thorough knowledge of computer software and hardware and a variety of internet applications, networking, and operating systems (Windows); ability to image Windows workstations using imaging tools (Windows ISO, Clonezilla) and/or deployment platforms (SCCM, MDT) to deploy and maintain computers and laptops.
• Has familiarity with public sector procurement; experience purchasing software licenses, technology equipment and supplies.
• Has great troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and have the ability and interest to quickly master new technology.
• Has the ability and interest to quickly master new computer applications.
• Is a problem solver with strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to effectively communicate with diverse groups.
• Is able to maintain confidentiality with sensitive customer and internal information.
• Has the ability to work well and independently in a multi-disciplinary, fast paced environment.

Expected position hours: 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M, Monday through Friday. Time subject to change based on organizational need. Occasional on-call duties may be required. This position will be fully on-site at 555 County Center, Redwood City, CA 94063.

Examples Of Duties

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

• Managing technology asset inventory; deploy, setup, and maintain inventory of technology devices such as laptops, workstations, servers and peripheral equipment; prepare decommissioned equipment for surplus pickup and/or storage; order equipment and supplies as required.
• Manage technology procurement; purchase software licenses, computers and related hardware, conference room equipment, and supplies as needed.
• Write user operating instructions for departmental applications and equipment; present training, documentation and other materials to user groups and individuals.
• Participate in departmental systems planning activities.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

User Support

• Maintain helpdesk service tickets; Serve as technical resource and primary point of contact for departmental system users; provide desktop and end-user support by in person (including visits to remote sites), remote session, telephone, or email.
• Troubleshoot and assist users in solving operational hardware and software application problems; evaluate problem severity and resolve or escalate to appropriate personnel or vendor for resolution.
• Support the department’s use of audio-visual systems including laptops, televisions, and projectors; set up and provide technical support for presentations, virtual meetings and conference rooms (Teams, Zoom Room, etc.)

Desktop Support

• Install, configure, maintain, troubleshoot and upgrade department computers and peripheral equipment. Deploy and maintain computer images, drivers and software packages.
• Using Active Directory maintains and establishes user accounts and profiles; Onboard and offboard users
• Through end-point management software (SCCM, XDR, Tenable, etc) performs routine system administration functions according to desktop security policies, which include monitoring and adding applications, users and devices, monitoring and deploying security patches.
• Provision and support mobile devices (Apple).

Qualifications

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: Possession of a high school diploma and technical certification from an accredited college in a specified area with coursework in computer science, information systems, or a closely related field.
• Experience: One year of full-time experience performing information systems equipment installation, system support, and/or user support duties.

For the Desktop support area

• Computer networks and systems, their operation, support, development and migration.
• Computer hardware and software products in use on the department and across the industry.

Physical Requirements:

• Stoops, kneels, crouches, crawls, walks, sits, and reaches by extending hands and arms in any direction on a consistent and daily basis.
• Communicates verbally by listening and talking on a consistent and daily basis.
• Uses finger dexterity to pick, pinch, and type; grasps objects with fingers and palms; and perceives attributes of objects by touch on a consistent and daily basis.
• Occasionally uses upper extremities to exert force to push and pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds or more; lifts and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis.

Note: Individuals who do not meet these physical requirements due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

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.

The examination process will consist of an application screening based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions (weight: pass/fail). Candidates who pass the application screening may 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. Applicants meeting 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 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.

Tentative Recruitment Schedule
Final Filing Date: Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Application Screening: Thursday, October 23, 2025
Panel Interviews: Friday, October 31, 2025