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The City of Redwood City Invites YOU to Apply for:

POLICE OFFICER TRAINEE 

THE POSITION  Police Officer Trainees will be registered to attend a Basic Police Academy course to meet the minimum required training mandates governed by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) for entry level Law Enforcement.  Upon successful completion of the Basic Police Academy, Police Officer Trainees are transitioned to a Police Officer safety position, and enter the Field Training Program for Police Officers.    The Redwood City Police Department offers many opportunities for learning and long-term career growth in a city comprised of diverse residential and business communities. The objective for every Redwood City Police Officer is to protect life and property, proactively reduce crime and the fear of crime through the use of data-driven policing models, with an overarching operational philosophy by using community policing and problem oriented strategies; as part of their mission to maintain a safe and connected community. The Redwood City Police Department is looking for professionals who strive to provide “excellent service with integrity and respect.”  Candidates with a demonstrated work history of high motivation and who have consistently strived for self-improvement are encouraged to apply. 

 

VISION FOR THE FUTURE

The Redwood City Police Department strives to be a model law enforcement agency for others to emulate. We seek to develop and utilize the members of our organization to their fullest potential and encourage their professional growth. As a progressive police department, we seek to employ officers with a broad spectrum of work experience, education, and experiences that will help us deliver superior police services emphasizing community-based policing, community interaction, and collaborative problem solving to the valued members of our community. We recognize that excellent customer service, community partnerships and responsiveness to our communities’ needs are the foundation of superior police service.

 

Ready to Apply?

• Please click on the job announcement file below to review the recruitment flyer.
• A complete application is required, including answers to the supplemental questionnaire.
• Applications will be reviewed continuously as they are received.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Completion of 30 semester units from an accredited college or university (60 units or more is preferred). REQUIRED: Attach a copy of college transcripts to application.

License or Certificate:

• Possession of a valid California driver’s license maintaining a satisfactory driving record.

Other Requirements:

• Must be 21 years old by the examination date.
• Physically capable of passing the California P.O.S.T. medical examination job requirements.
• Meet all regulatory requirements for becoming a Peace Officer with a California P.O.S.T. agency.
• Ability to perform the duties of a Police Officer observe and recall accurately; use and care for firearms; think and act quickly in emergencies; learn, understand, and interpret laws and regulations; understand and carry out oral and written directions; prepare concise and comprehensive written reports; and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Please click on the PDF link below to review the complete job announcement.

The City of Foster City is seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Management Analyst to join the Public Works Department. The position provides high-level analytical and strategic support for Public Works, focusing on the water program or the solid waste program, components of the Departmental budget, and comprehensive analytical support for the Department's divisions and operational processes. The Senior Management Analyst performs a variety of complex professional analytical work in support of department operations, programs, and projects including budget development, contract administration, project management, and/or program analysis. The position will be responsible for regulatory reports and writing staff reports.

The ideal candidate will have experience in some combination of water resource management, solid waste program management, or budget preparation, as they will work on either the water program or the solid waste program, and assist with budget development. Experience with utilities is a plus, but not required. 

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: Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public or business administration, accounting, finance, economics, or a related field.

Experience: Three years as a Management Analyst with the City of Foster City or equivalent or five (5) years of increasingly responsible professional experience in administrative work involving finance, budgets, contracts, or other related functions.

To review the full job announcement click on the "Foster City Senior Management Analyst 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 the qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the examination process. 

The process will consist of an Oral Panel Interview (weighted 80%) and a written exercise (weighted 20%). 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 Public Works Department will make the hiring decision. 

Expected Dates for Examinations (subject to change): 
Oral Panel Interview: Week of October 20 (exact date TBD)
Department Interview: Week of October 27 (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. 

The City of Foster City is looking for an experienced Associate Engineer with a passion for public service. This position will provide exposure to large-scale projects and internal collaboration and performs engineering work on water and wastewater capital improvement projects. They will perform regulatory reporting for utilities as well as the Sanitary Sewer Master Plan. Utility experience is desirable. 

It is essential that the candidate should have project management experience from conception to completion and be able to manage a wide variety of projects simultaneously while developing and maintaining positive and effective working relations with others. The ideal candidate would be able to effectively communicate information to non-engineering staff or persons, both orally and in writing, which are necessary for interacting with contractors, vendors, manufacturers, and residents.

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

Education: Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in engineering or a directly related field.

Experience: Three (3) years of professional experience in civil engineering work including project design, plan checking, and project management.

Licenses and Certifications

• Possession of a valid Certificate of Registration as a Civil Engineer in the State of California, desirable.

Selection Process
Applications will be reviewed for relevant education, experience, training and other job related qualifications. Based upon a review of employment applications and supplemental questionnaires received, a limited number of the 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 Public Works 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. 

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 core values of excellence, integrity, service  inclusion, collaboration 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 POSITION

 

Within the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department the LEAD LANDSCAPE GARDENER will perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled work and be involved in the development, maintenance and repairs of City parks, medians,  landscaped areas and athletic fields; assist in supervision of Landscape Gardeners and part-time personnel, and operate a wide variety of landscape maintenance equipment.

NOTE: May be required to travel between various locations during scheduled work shift and drive vehicles used to transport materials, tools, and equipment.

Typical duties include, but are not limited to: 

• Operate mowers, tractors, trencher, vehicles, equipment, and utilize a variety of hand and power tools in park landscape maintenance work; assist in routine maintenance of such equipment.
• Perform minor routine maintenance of sprinklers.
• Prepare and maintain athletic fields and related facilities; clean restrooms and pick up litter around parks and medians. 
• Assist in the requisition and purchase of materials and supplies.
• Water, mow, weed, trim, renovate, and fertilize lawns; prune trees and shrubs; plant trees, flowers, and shrubs.
• Apply herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides safely; maintain records of fertilizers and chemicals used.
• Read and interpret blue prints; make minor design changes in parks.
• Supervise and train less experienced personnel.

THE POSITION

Tri-City Mental Health Authority is currently hiring to fill two (2) full-time vacancies for the position of Clinical Therapist II within the Mobile Crisis Care Program (MCCP). 

Tri-City’s MCCP operates 24/7 to provide crucial support in mobile crises. As such, the schedule will involve a 3/12 shift pattern, consisting of three twelve-hour days per workweek and one alternating eight-hour day every other week. Shifts may include evenings, weekends, daytime hours, and holidays.

The specific shift and schedule will be determined by the supervisor; however, the first one to two months of training will follow a 5-day-per-week, 40-hour-per-week schedule

Examples of shifts are included below:

• Day Shifts: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM, or 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• Night Shifts: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM, 7:00 PM - 3:00 AM, 8:00 PM - 8:00 AM, or 8:00 PM - 4:00 AM

Weekend and night shifts will be entitled to Shift Differential Pay of $2.50 per hour on weekdays (Monday through Friday) and $3.50 per hour on weekends (Saturday and Sunday). Holiday shifts will be entitled to Holiday Pay.

Tri-City is looking for individuals to serve as Clinical Therapist II on a full-time basis for the MCCP. The MCCP Clinical Therapist II will be part of a team that provides crisis intervention and stabilization, linkage and referral, consultation, and education within the scope of practice. The MCCP Clinical Therapist II will report to the Mobile Crisis Care Clinical Supervisor and Clinical Program Manager.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Respond to client’s (Full-Service Partnership and Adult and Children’s Outpatient Programs and other specialty mental health services) crisis calls with or without law enforcement;
   

• Perform field-based and telephone emergency mental health evaluations and crisis stabilization in accordance with agency procedure;
   

• Provide crisis intervention and stabilization services to individuals, groups, and families;
   

• Identify treatment needs and make appropriate referrals for necessary services;
   

• Assist clients and relatives with understanding behavioral health problems and their reaction to them;
   

• Work on a multidisciplinary team for crisis response.

We are hiring for: 

• Lifeguards  
• Swim Instructors 
• Pool Managers  

 

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 Team!  

 

WHAT WE OFFER  
  

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

 

GENERAL INFO  
  

Under general supervision, the Lifeguard/Swim Instructor I/II performs routine public contact and safety work in serving as a pool lifeguard. They also provide essential support to recreation programs and services by performing custodial tasks, event setup and teardown, program support, and minor maintenance duties relating to aquatics. This temporary, parttime position requires working up to 20 hours per week. The role involves ensuring the health and safety of aquatic patrons, facilities are clean, safe, and operational while delivering excellent customer service. Performs other duties as assigned.   

 

UNIVERSAL POSITION DUTIES (Applicable to all roles; Illustrative Purposes Only)  

Monitor the swimming pool and enforce safety regulations.  

Assist with aquatics programs, special events, and facility upkeep.  

Test and maintain pool water chemistry.  

Set up and tear down for classes, programs, and events.  

Lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly, and occasionally up to 100 pounds.  

Work outdoors in sun, rain, or wind as needed.  

 

POSITION-SPECIFIC DUTIES  

 

LIFEGUARD (Illustrative Purposes Only)  

Maintain a "rescue-ready" posture and scan assigned zones for drowning emergencies.  

Work in a rotation with other lifeguards across indoor and outdoor stations.  

Assist with facility operations, special events, and customer service.  

Attend weekly and monthly safety trainings.  

Perform light cleaning and maintenance tasks to ensure facility safety.  

Minimum Qualifications:  

Minimum Age: 15  

Education: High school diploma or GED not required.  

Certifications:  

American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification (or ability to obtain).  

First Aid & CPR Certification.  

 

SWIM INSTRUCTOR (Illustrative Purposes Only)  

Teach American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim lessons following provided lesson plans.  

Maintain open communication with parents and participants.  

Assist with emergency responses and pool safety as trained.  

Attend weekly and monthly safety trainings.  

Perform routine cleaning and maintenance to ensure facility upkeep.  

Minimum Qualifications:  

Minimum Age: 15  

Education: High school diploma or GED not required.  

Skills: Swimming proficiency at American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Level 4.  

Preferred Certification: Water Safety Instructor.  

 

LIFEGUARD II - POOL MANAGER (Illustrative Purposes Only)  

Supervise lifeguards and enforce safety procedures.  

Conduct lifeguard rotations and monitor staff performance.  

Ensure staff maintain a “rescue-ready” posture and remain alert while on duty.  

Assist in planning and leading weekly and monthly safety trainings.  

Monitor pool chemicals and water quality.  

Open, close, and secure facility as needed.  

Provide customer service, event support, and light facility maintenance.  

Minimum Qualifications:  

Minimum Age: 18  

Experience: At least 6 months of experience as a lifeguard.  

Preferred Certification: American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification.  

 

WORKING CONDITIONS  

Outdoor environment with exposure to sun, wind, and pool chemicals.  

Variable hours, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.  

Ability to work in loud or quiet environments depending on location.  

 

TOOLS & EQUIPMENT USED  

Pool maintenance equipment, hand tools, and cleaning supplies.  

Radios and phones for communication.  

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS  

Frequent swimming, walking, sitting, and lifting.  

Regularly lift/move 25 lbs, occasionally over 100 lbs.  

Prolonged standing, climbing, and reaching.  

 

How to Apply  

Applications may be submitted online at BambooHR.  Applications must be received by 5:00 pm on Friday, October 17, 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. 

About the Team 

Join the San Bruno Police Department, a professional and progressive agency highly respected by the community. Our team is dedicated to public safety, community service, and fostering a positive impact through collaboration and integrity.  

 

About this Role 

The Entry-Level Police Officer position is an exciting opportunity for individuals interested in beginning a meaningful career in law enforcement. This position does not require any prior law enforcement experience. Selected candidates will receive full compensation while attending the Police Academy and participating in the Field Training Program. Duties include city patrols, emergency response, criminal investigations, arrests, traffic enforcement, community interaction, and various assignments designed to ensure public safety. 

 

San Bruno Police Department provides opportunities for career advancement and specialization, including roles such as Detective, K9 Handler, Motorcycle Officer, School Resource Officer, SWAT, Hostage Negotiator, Narcotics Officer, DEA Task Force Agent, and more. 

 

How to Succeed in This Role 

• Learn and apply laws, ordinances, and department policies effectively.  
• Provide exceptional service when assisting the public with inquiries and concerns.  
• Work collaboratively with other departments and law enforcement agencies.  
• Maintain accurate records and reports with attention to detail.  
• Adapt to different situations, from office work to field investigations.  
• Stay composed under pressure and handle stress professionally. 

 

Ideal Candidate 

The ideal candidate is a motivated, service-oriented professional who:  

• Has experience in a customer-facing role and an interest in law enforcement.  
• Possesses strong written and verbal communication skills.  
• Demonstrates excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.  
• Builds positive relationships with community members and coworkers.  
• Can manage time efficiently and maintain performance under pressure.  
• Embraces diversity and respects different cultural backgrounds.  
• Is proactive, detail-oriented, and able to handle sensitive information with discretion. 

 

Benefits 

San Bruno offers competitive benefits including: 

• CalPERS retirement formula of 3% @ 50 for classic members or 2.7% @ 57 for new members
• Education incentive pay up to 8.5%
• Annual accruals of 10-23 vacation days based on years of service, 14.5 holidays and 12 sick days
• Opportunity for bilingual incentive pay up to 2.5%
• Annual uniform allowance
• Deferred compensation (457) Plans  
• Medical, dental and vision benefits provided with employee contribution
• Life Insurance equal to one year’s annual salary provided at no cost
• Long-term disability insurance provided at no cost
• Home loan assistance program
• Section 125 Flexible Benefit Plan
• Tuition reimbursement 

 

Qualifications 

• High school diploma or equivalent (2-year or 4-year degree preferred). 
• Must be at least 21 years of age. 
• No felony convictions. 
• U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Resident Alien eligible and applied for citizenship. 
• Valid California Driver’s License. 
• Passing score of 48 on PELLETB and WTSB score of 320 within the last year. 
• Ability to pass a rigorous background investigation. 

 

How to Apply 

Interested applicants must apply online at
BambooHR. This recruitment is continuous. 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. 

 

Applicants selected to move forward in the process may be asked to participate in any combination of the following (at any phase of the selection process): a written examination, job related exercise, physical test or job simulation, phone interview, in-person or video interview(s), and/or web-based testing.  

 

Successful candidates will be required to complete an extensive background investigation which includes completion of a Personal History Questionnaire, and DOJ and FBI Live Scan clearance.  

 

The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. 

The City of Burlingame is accepting applications for the position of part-time (casual) Building Attendant 

This is a casual part-time position under general supervision will work in the Burlingame Community Center to support its operations.  

Our diverse family of employees welcomes you to apply. We are a small city that gets a lot done, and each member of our team is vital to our success as an organization.

We asked our employees what they enjoyed most about working for the City of Burlingame, and their responses fell into five general categories:

• Colleagues
• Community
• Location
• The Work
• The Benefits

Browse the Burlingame Welcome Brochure for more information about why employees love  working here. 

Welcome Brochure 

Ideal Candidate

DEFINITION 

As a Building Attendant, you will be responsible for the daily upkeep and maintenance of the Burlingame Community Center, ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for all occupants. This role requires a hands-on individual with excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills.

 

Hours: (Average 10-20 hours per week). 

Shifts include:
Monday-Friday: 7:30am-12:30pm
Monday-Friday: 2:30pm-9:15pm
Saturday/Sunday: 7:30am-1:15pm
Saturday/Sunday: 12:45pm-5:30pm
As needed: Private rentals as late as 2:00am

Shifts depends on special events and rentals.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  (include but are not limited to the following)
Opens and closes the building, provides excellent customer service, and maintains a clean, safe, and welcoming environment. Performs regular cleaning tasks such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning windows and mirrors, restocking and sanitizing restrooms, emptying trash and recycling, and wiping down surfaces. Assists with event and class setup and takedown of tables, chairs, and equipment, operates audiovisual equipment, and ensures renters follow facility policies, completing final walk-through reports as needed. Staffs the front desk to greet visitors, answer questions, answer phones, take messages, and process registrations and sales.

 

KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/SKILLS:  
Knowledge of: Operation of a community center; department rules and policies; availability of current classes; basic mathematical functions; janitorial work (including but not limited to: glass and wall cleaning, dusting, trash pickup, restroom clean up, emptying of trash cans, cleaning of kitchen, etc.).

Ability to: Work independently, learn quickly, perform heavy manual labor; work extremely well with others, including customers, staff, contractors, and volunteers; explain policies and procedures clearly and concisely; read and understand English;

Skills: Ability to use office equipment including copy machine, calculator and personal computer, and keyboarding skills.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: (The following are minimal qualifications necessary for entry into the classification.)
 

Education and/or Experience:
Sufficient experience and education to perform the above duties, which is typically obtained through sufficient maturity to perform these duties in a trustworthy manner.

 

PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Perform heavy manual labor, including bending and stooping; ability to explain recreation programs and policies with tact; calmly deal with difficult people and with people of different cultures.  Minor analysis of situations and adopting effective courses of action.

 

Application Process:

Interested candidates must submit a completed online employment application. Resumes are highly desirable, but a resume in lieu of a completed application will not be accepted.  

Selection Process:

All applications will be reviewed for relevant education, experience, training and other job-related qualifications. The department will invite the most qualified candidates for a department interview. 

Note: The City of Burlingame reserves the right, at its discretion, to limit the number of qualified candidates invited to the selection process.

PRIOR TO APPOINTMENT

Prior to appointment, candidates will be required to:  

• pass a fingerprint check submitted to the Department of Justice
• comply with The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 and provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States at date of hire

The City of Burlingame is an equal Opportunity Employer and as such does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices.  The duties described in this announcement 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.  This announcement does not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and the City may modify or revoke any provision in this brochure without notice.

Building Attendant I/II

Part-Time Position - No Benefits

Approximately 20 hours per week - Evenings & Weekends
 (Not to exceed 1,000 hours in a fiscal year)

$1.00/hr extra on weekends

 

 

The Belmont Parks and Recreation Department is recruiting for part-time Building Attendants. Building Attendants provide operational supervision of facilities during the absence of full-time staff.

Building Attendant I - This is the entry level class in the Building Attendant series.  Incumbents in this class work under close supervision.  As experience is gained, incumbents may be granted more independence of action under established guidelines.

Building Attendant II - This is the journey level class in the Building Attendant series. Incumbents are expected to work independently in the absence of close supervision.

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.