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Senior Transportation Planner (Temporary/Hourly)
Salary: $65.0163 - $83.5561 per hour

The Town of Los Gatos is accepting applications for a temporary/unbenefited Senior Transportation Planner position in the Parks and Public Works Department. This is a unique opportunity to shape and develop a vital role within our organization.

The Senior Transportation Planner will focus on managing projects and programs that support sustainable transportation opportunities for the Town while addressing and improving mobility, safety, environmental, social, and economic conditions around transportation. The selected candidate will support the Town’s ongoing initiatives around transportation planning, including identifying grant programs and managing transportation planning-related projects.  

The Ideal Candidate
The Town is looking for an experienced transportation professional who is visionary and innovative with strong leadership skills, passion for community engagement, and commitment to customer service. They will be results-oriented with strong communication skills, including public speaking, writing, listening, persuasion, and facilitation with the following experience:

• Researching, applying for, and managing State and Federal transportation grants.
• Presenting to elected and appointed officials, the public, and other stakeholders.
• Bicycle and pedestrian master planning on a community wide basis, both the planning phase of the work and project implementation/management. 
• Variety of mobility-related projects and programs, including bicycle, pedestrian and rideshare.
• VTA process and procedures. 
• Parking program management.

Schedule: This is a temporary, hourly, at-will, non-benefited position limited to 999 hours of employment in a fiscal year (July 1 through June 30), up to 25 hours per week. The normal workweek is Monday through Friday, however, you may be occasionally required to attend evening meetings. 

About the Department
The Parks and Public Works Department (PPW) is responsible for the maintenance and improvements of the Town's public parks, facilities, streets, and other infrastructure.  Our goal is to efficiently provide residents, businesses, and visitors with the highest quality service possible, with dedication and professionalism.  The Department has five service areas: Engineering, Capital Improvement, Streets and Signals, Parks, and Environmental Services. The Department also collaborates with all Town departments, and external partners and stakeholders.

• Engineering Services: The Engineering team provides services in the areas of encroachment permits and permitting and inspection of other work in the public right of way, including situations where new developments need to provide improvements in the right of way.  
   
• Capital Improvement: The Capital Improvement team develops and constructs capital projects across all Town assets, including improvements to roads, streetlights, parks, and Town buildings. See the annual capital budget for a list of current capital projects.
   
• Streets and Signals: The Streets and Signals team maintains the Town’s roadways, signs, and traffic signals. Traffic plays a big part in this team’s daily work as they seek to meet the needs of the community.  This includes traffic on major streets as well as on neighborhood streets where traffic calming can be a solution.
   
• Park Services: The Park Services team maintains the Town’s parks, trails, open spaces, facility grounds, median islands, parking lot landscaping, downtown planters, and the urban forest as well as administering park use fees and reservations.
   
• Environment Services: The Environmental Services team ensures that the Town is at the forefront of environmental stewardship. This team also manages the Town’s utilities, including the contract with West Valley Collection and Recycling for garbage service Town wide.

About the Town
The Town of Los Gatos is a general law city operating under the Council/Manager form of government. The Town Manager and Town Attorney are appointed and directly report to the Town Council. The Town’s 150 full- and part-time employees are organized into the following departments: Parks & Public Works, Community Development, Police, Library; and Administrative Services.

Duties and Responsibilities (Illustrative Only)
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
 
Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

General Duties

• Provides program area expertise, project support, and coordination and collaborates with Parks and Public Works staff and other Town Departments on complex, highly visible, and politically significant transportation-related policies, projects, and issues
• Evaluates the complex and often sensitive and competing aspects of transportation planning decisions.
• Attends meetings of the Town Council, the Development Review Committee, Planning Commission and/or the Complete Streets and Transportation Commission and other Town Commissions as directed.
• Builds and maintains positive working relationships with coworkers, other Town employees, elected officials, and the general public, exhibiting exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Participates in regional planning and working groups and serves as the liaison for the boards and working groups as requested.

Grants Management

• Develops and submits transportation-related grant applications from various local, state, and federal funding sources; oversees proper execution and expenditure of grant funds received.

Safe Routes to School Program

• Manages funding for and implementation of the Town’s Safe Routes to School program.

Multi-Modal Transportation Activities

• Manages updates to pedestrian and bicycle masterplans; develops, updates, distributes, and promotes Town programs, policies, educational materials, and projects to improve pedestrian, bicycle, and other forms of mobility and to encourage safe practices of all forms of mobility; serve as staff liaison to the Town’s Complete Streets and Transportation Commission.
• Coordinates planning for bicycle and pedestrian facilities in cooperation with other Town Departments, regional agencies, and community organizations.
• Performs other transportation related duties as assigned.

Parking Programs

• Oversees the Town’s Parking Programs.
• Oversees the work of and administers contracts for transportation and parking consultants.
• Develops policies, procedures, and operational actions related to effective parking management, including periodic review of parking-related policy issues such as rates, time limits, enforcement hours, loading zones, and other issues.

Minimum Qualifications

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: Any combination of training and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in transportation planning, city and regional planning, urban studies, civil engineering, or closely related field.

Experience: Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in transportation development programs, including two (2) years of project management.  A Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university is desirable.

License and Certification: 

• A California Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record are conditions of initial and continued employment. 
• Possession of a Certificate of Registration as Professional Transportation Planner or Professional Engineer in the State of California, or certification from the American Institute of Certified Planners is highly desirable.   

THE POSITION

To monitor City facilities during programs and rentals; to open and close facilities; to set up and take down equipment; to provide information and assistance to the public in person and on the phone; to perform general administrative tasks when assigned; to perform certain custodial duties; to ensure user compliance with policies, regulations, and laws pertaining to facility use; and to perform other duties as assigned. The purpose of this recruitment is to fill current temporary/part-time positions.

Temporary / Part-Time employees work no more than 130 hours per month

AND 960 hours per fiscal year.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The following are typical illustrations of duties encompassed by the job class, not an all-inclusive or limiting list:

Follow established facility use guidelines, policies, and procedures.  Open and close facilities.  Meet, greet, and monitor facility users.  Act as liaison between facility users and City staff.  Patrol facilities as needed.  Perform facility check-in and check-out as needed.  Provide information and assistance in person and over the phone.  Check availability of facilities upon request by customers.  Assist patrons with enrolling in City recreation programs.  Ensuring users are in compliance with facility rules.  Assist maintenance staff with room setups.  Perform certain custodial duties.  Maintain reports as necessary, like incident reports or vandalism reports.  Use Microsoft Office tools for communication and assignments.  Provide nightly feedback to Supervisor of facility activity.  Perform related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Age Requirement:  At least 18 years of age

Education:  Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent

Experience:  At least one (1) year of experience in resource management, parks & recreation, or other relevant customer service positions.

License and Certificates:  Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required upon hire.

THE ABILITY TO SPEAK AND UNDERSTAND SPANISH IS A DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION.

APPLICATION

This recruitment is Open Until Filled.  To be considered for this employment opportunity, please visit our website www.cityofwoodland.gov/employment to complete an online application, or visit the Human Resources Office, City Hall, 300 First Street, 2nd Floor, Woodland, CA 95695.

Review Process:  Please only submit one application for this recruitment.  Work history on application must include all employment for the last ten (10) years or more. All applications will be screened for completeness and possession of minimum qualifications. Applications will be reviewed in detail to identify the most qualified candidates to move forward in the selection process.  PLEASE NOTE: In addition to the required application, you may submit a resume or other relevant documents to further describe or clarify your qualifications; however, "See Resume" will not meet the requirements to submit a complete application, including employment history, or be accepted in lieu of responses to supplemental questions (if required). All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phases of the examination process. Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview or any combination thereof. Selected applicants will be required to pass a background review and medical examination by a City of Woodland physician to ensure their physical suitability to perform the assigned duties prior to hire. 

If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please notify Human Resources at least seven (7) days prior to the event.

SALARY

$19.25 - $20.25 per hour (based on years of experience)

BENEFITS

All of these positions are temporary/part time. Temporary employees work no more than 130 hours per month AND 960 hours in a Fiscal Year.

The pay cycle is bi-weekly.  Except for worker's compensation coverage and sick leave accrual, no other benefits are provided. Employees must contribute 1.45% of salary to Medicare and 7.5% to a retirement plan in accordance with Federal Law.

For more information about this recruitment, please contact
Yvette Smith, Recreation Supervisor at (530) 661-2000

The City of Woodland hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.  The City of Woodland is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

After School Program Technician I's work in the formal Suisun City classification of Recreation Specialist II. Starting hourly rate will depend on qualifications. This position works on average 19-29 hours per week.

The Position: Under general supervision, this position involves organizing, leading, and coordinating a variety of indoor and outdoor recreational and educational activities for an Afterschool Program. This role is classified as Temporary Part-Time to support both seasonal and year-round recreational programs.

On April 29, 2025, Suisun City Council approved a new contract between the Suisun City RPM Department and the Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District (FSUSD). This agreement expands after school programming to include to grades TK-5 at Dan O. Root Elementary and Crescent Elementary Schools, making the Suisun City RPM Department the sole provider of after school services at both locations. This is a significant milestone for the RPM department and a reflection of the quality and dedication of our team.  We are excited to continue providing high-quality programs for our community's youth.

ATTENTION SELF-SPONSORED P.O.S.T. CERTIFIED POLICE ACADEMY RECRUITS!

The City of Sebastopol is now accepting applications for the position of

POLICE OFFICER TRAINEE

PAY: $34.13 Hourly

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

The City of Sebastopol is looking for a respectful, compassionate, empathetic Police Officer Trainee. The selected candidate must be currently enrolled or enrolled at a future date as a self-sponsored recruit in a certified Peace Officer Standards & Training Council (P.O.S.T.) Police Academy. The Police Officer Trainee is a non-sworn, training-level classification requiring no prior law enforcement experience. The incumbent performs a variety of entry-level police support duties in a learning capacity. The selected candidate will assist and observe Police Officers and civilian police personnel.

The successful candidate will attend the Police Academy to obtain a Basic P.O.S.T. Certificate of Completion, and perform related work which may require public contact but not the enforcement of laws. Police Officer Trainees attend a POST certified Police Academy, which follows a standardized curriculum in order to provide them with basic training in various aspects of policing, many of which are prescribed by law and/or statute.

The Police Academy training is designed to provide the candidate the necessary skillsets to prepare them for consideration for promotion to a probationary Police Officer position within the City and begin the Sebastopol Police Department’s Field Training Officer program. Attendance and successful completion of a Police Academy is a legal requirement to be hired as a Police Officer within the State of California and is a requirement for a City of Sebastopol Police Officer Trainee to be considered for promotion to probationary Police Officer with the City of Sebastopol.

The selected self-sponsored academy candidates will receive a conditional offer upon a qualified application and full hourly pay while attending the police academy. 

The City will hire at the Police Officer Trainee or Police Officer rank, depending on the qualifications held by the pool of qualified applicants. Please see our concurrent Police Officer recruitment for more information.

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

The Auburn Police Department seeks motivated officers with varied law enforcement experience in patrol, crime prevention, traffic, and investigations. We're building a list of quality experienced police officers (lateral) and recent police academy graduates to fill upcoming police officer openings.

Apply now for priority consideration!

Auburn PD

We are dedicated to the community and the citizens of Auburn, making this community a safe and enjoyable place to live and visit. Our officers professionally, positively, and effectively represent the Department.

Staffed by 25 sworn and 11 professional staff, the Department provides police personnel opportunities in patrol services, investigative services, special assignments, dispatch, records and administration.

Our objectives include the preservation of life, property, and the maintenance of public order. We accomplish these objectives through comprehensive crime prevention programs, public education, training, and solemn enforcement with commitment to public safety.

Our Community We Serve

Renowned for its beauty and outstanding quality of life, the City of Auburn is 7.5 square miles and home to an enlightened, diverse, and civic-minded population of approximately 14,070 people. Located at the crossroads of Interstate 80 and Highway 49, Auburn is the County Seat of Placer County as well as the home of the California Welcome Center. The city is located in the western foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range at elevations between 1,000 and 1,500 feet above sea level. Auburn’s location provides the advantage of being above the valley fog and below the Sierra snow line.

Recruitment Process

This recruitment is open to experienced police officers (Lateral) and recent police academy graduates only.

We'll select the most qualified candidates based on their skills and experience, as they match the Department's needs. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an interview. We're building a list to fill upcoming openings, apply now for priority consideration!

• Application Review: The next review of applications will be on April 30, 2025.

• Selection Steps: The process include the following steps, and may include other relevant assessments. The selected candidate must pass the pre-employment process including a background investigation, live scan, physical, and psychological evaluation (may include other related checks).
  • Oral board interview exam
  • Chief’s interview
  • Job offer
  • Pre-employment

Important Information

Human Resources will make reasonable efforts to provide accommodation in this process for candidates with disabilities. Please notify us of any needs at least five days before the selection process by calling (530) 823-4211 ext. 114.

The City of Auburn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This information is subject to change and does not create an expressed or implied employment contract.

Deadline: September 21, 2025
Hourly: $63.27 - $80.75
 

plus Excellent Benefits

This position performs engineering work, project management, construction management, design work, and other engineering and technical services for the District; reviews development projects to ensure conformance with District standards; makes calculations, administers contracts, maintains records, provides engineering support to District departments, conducts studies regarding capital projects, assists in the budgeting process for project expenditures, and performs related work as required.

SAMPLE DUTIES INCLUDE

• Assist in planning, developing, and implementing goals and objectives for engineering department.
• Respond to mapping requests and permitting questions.
• Identify priorities of Infrastructure Assets Management Plan.
• Communicate status of work to supervisors, managers, staff, and co- workers as appropriate.
• Perform review, analysis, data gathering and input of maintenance and asset information.
• Prepare or direct the preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates pertaining to construction, maintenance, and operation of wastewater facilities and equipment
• Conduct engineering studies, evaluate alternatives and make recommendations.
• Conduct and document onsite inspections.
• Enforce District standards, codes, and regulations.
• Collaborate with colleagues on District projects and development and implementation of policies and procedures.
• Maintain records and files, including electronic and hard copy drawings.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, procedures, and other written materials.
• Participate in developing and administering policies and procedures related to engineering.
• Provide support for staff performing service calls.
• Utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management Software (CMMS) and geographic information system (GIS) to generate and analyze data and prepare reports.

The City of Lincoln is initiating a continuous recruitment to establish a pool of qualified candidates for future vacancies in the Senior Human Resources Analyst classification.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Senior Human Resources Analyst, you will be an integral member of a focused team of four within the Human Resources Department, which is dedicated to delivering specialized services across various functions including:

• Benefits: Administering and managing employee benefits programs to ensure comprehensive and competitive offerings.
• Payroll: Overseeing accurate and timely payroll processing, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
• Recruitment: Facilitating the recruitment process to attract and hire top talent that aligns with organizational goals.
• Classification and Compensation: Analyzing job classifications and compensation structures to maintain fairness and competitiveness.
• Retirement: Providing guidance and support related to retirement planning and benefits.

Your role will involve leveraging expertise in these areas to support the department’s mission of enhancing employee satisfaction and organizational effectiveness. This role offers a wealth of opportunities, challenges, and avenues for professional growth.

DEFINITION

Under general direction, performs complex and highly responsible professional and technical human resources work in the areas of recruitment, examinations, classification and compensation, benefits administration, and provides support to the Human Resources Director.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Senior Human Resources Analyst is a professional level class in which the incumbent is expected to perform a wide range of the most complex human resources activities.  As the advanced journey level classification within the Human Resources Analyst series, positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the greater level of responsibility assumed, complexity of duties assigned, independence of action taken and by the nature, scope and impact of the work performed.  Employees perform the most difficult, confidential and advanced level type of duties assigned to classes within the series, which may include providing direct supervision over assigned personnel and performing complex professional analytical work in support of internal and external customers with sound judgement and minimal supervision.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from the Human Resources Director.  Incumbents may supervise technical or support staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Include but are not limited to the following:

• Administers the City’s selection process; plans and coordinates recruitments; conducts labor market analyses and determines length of recruitments; prepares job bulletins and recruitment information; determines and places advertising in appropriate media; coordinates participation in career and job fairs; and reviews and evaluates applications; determines appropriate written, oral and/or performance examination programs; develops, evaluates and validates selection instruments; supervises the administration and scoring of examinations and the establishment of eligible lists; receives, researches and responds to candidate appeals; manages the employee onboarding and separation processes and develops and implements recruitment processes and procedures.
• Prepares or oversees the preparation of all personnel action forms, including new hires and separations, and submission of payroll for processing.
• Administers the City’s employee benefit program including retirement, health, dental, life insurance and voluntary employee benefits; evaluates program and vendor effectiveness; assists in resolving difficult or sensitive problems; serves as intermediary for employees and vendors/providers and administers the City’s open enrollment process.
• Conducts position classification studies; performs job audits and analyses of individual positions, classes and series of classes; participates in organizational and staffing studies of City departments; prepares and revises class specifications and proposes appropriate salary ranges for newly established and revised classifications.
• Conducts salary and employee fringe benefit surveys, analyzes data and recommends adjustments and internal relationships.
• Develops, implements and manages the use of the City’s HRIS system; analyze and develop forms and procedures associated with human resources processes and HRIS applications; maintain the department internet and intranet pages.
• Provides professional and technical advice regarding memorandum of understanding (MOU), language, Personnel Rules and Regulations, policies, procedures, laws, rules and regulations to City departments, employees, employee organizations, job applicants and the general public and responds to complaints and requests for information from employees, management, outside agencies and the public.
• Designs and conducts employee training and orientation programs and assesses training effectiveness and modifies training programs as needed.
• Supports the Human Resources Director with employee and labor relations matters to include handling investigations, disciplinary matters and labor relations duties; assists in the collection and preparation of data used in negotiations.
• Supports the Human Resources Director with conducting formal and informal inquiries into discrimination, harassment and equal opportunity related complaints.
• Coordinates leave management programs; advises employees on their rights under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), California Family Rights Act (CFRA), State Disability Insurance (SDI), Paid Family Care Leave (PFL), long-term disability and disability retirement; receives and processes requests for FMLA, CFRA and other leaves; determines eligibility and sends initial notices; requests additional information and prepares other leave-related correspondence; recommends approval or denial of leaves.
• Supports the Human Resources Director with monitoring compliance of the Department’s various programs with applicable laws, guidelines and regulations; tracks and analyzes proposed legislation to determine impact on human resources operations and programs; researches, develops and proposes updates to, and/or establishment of new, City policies, administrative regulations and personnel rules.
• Establishes highly effective working relationships with clients, employees and union representatives, representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies and associations, City management and staff and the public.
• Performs related duties as required.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Position requires sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, and squatting in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in preparing reports using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading written reports and work related documents. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service. Additionally, the incumbent in this position may work in all weather conditions including wet, hot and cold. The need to lift, drag and push files, paper and documents weighing up to 25 pounds is also required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The following are a representative sample of the KSA’s necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

Knowledge of:  Principles and practices of public personnel administration; methods and techniques related to classification, compensation and benefits analysis; applicable state and federal employment laws and regulations; principles and techniques of recruitment and selection in the public sector; knowledge of Meyers-Milias-Brown Act, California Public Employees’ Retirement System, Worker's Compensation law, Family and Medical Leave Act, Fair Labor Standards Act, current labor case law and other related federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.

Skill in:  Operate an office computer and variety of word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, financial and other software applications. Develop, analyze, proofread and maintain Excel spreadsheets.

Ability to:  Interpret the City's personnel programs and policies to employees and department managers; interpret and analyze information; coordinate a variety of tasks and assignments; elicit the cooperation of others; use a variety of computer software programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio; work in an office environment, which may require sitting for extended periods of time; maintain physical and mental condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties. Incumbents must possess the physical and mental capacity to work under the conditions described in this document and to perform the duties required by their assigned position.

THE SELECTION PROCESS

The process may include an in-basket exercise, individual interviews, panel interviews and/or other related components.  Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. The candidate selected for the position will be required to complete a background check including reference checks, fingerprint check, medical exam, drug-screening and/or other related components.

Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of any special needs a minimum of five days in advance of the selection process exam by calling (916) 434-3229 or emailing hr@lincolnca.gov. The City of Lincoln is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

SPECIAL PAY INCENTIVES:

• POST CERTIFICATE PAY – Additional 2% pay for Basic POST, 5% for Intermediate POST, and 5% for Advanced POST certificates
• SPECIAL ASSIGNMENT PAY – 5% additional pay for special assignments
• LONGEVITY PAY – 3% at 5 years and 6% at 10 years of service
• Up to $10,000 in student loan forgiveness

COMMUNITY: Located nearly halfway between San Francisco and Sacramento, Suisun City is a hidden gem of the Bay Area. Suisun City is accessible from Interstate 80 via Highway 12 and Amtrak’s Capitol Corridor commuter rail stop at the Train Depot, right to the heart of the City’s historic Waterfront District, making it a prime location for job seekers as well as homeowners. The community is a unique destination for a Bay Area day trip, an overnight getaway or a place to work, particularly with its reverse commute for inner Bay Area residents. Residents of this mostly bedroom community take great pride in their full-service public safety services provided by the Police and Fire Departments.

THE DEPARTMENT: The Suisun City Police Department is a progressive and proactive law enforcement agency. As a result of its proximity to neighboring jurisdictions, the employees of the Suisun City Police Department remain extremely busy as they address the needs of the community.

THE POSITION: Under general supervision of a Police Sergeant or other supervisory/management staff, performs a variety of duties related to the protection of public health, safety, and welfare and the enforcement of applicable federal, state, and local laws; provides traffic enforcement and control; and carries out special assignments in a particular phase of police work. The Police Officer is an entry/journey level class responsible for performance of the full scope of assigned law enforcement duties and responsibilities. New incumbents may have limited related experience but are expected to learn the full range of duties and responsibilities, perform duties with minimal direct supervision, and exercise sound judgment and discretion in making decisions.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Patrols assigned areas of the City to preserve law and order, discover and prevent commission of crimes, and enforce traffic and other laws and ordinances; maintains awareness of and remains alert for wanted suspects, known criminals, stolen vehicles, missing persons, traffic violators, and crimes in progress; makes arrests; issues warnings and citations.
• Responds to calls for the protection of life and property, the enforcement of laws and ordinances, general public service calls, and complaints including those involving automobile accidents, traffic hazards, misdemeanor and felony incidents, domestic disturbances, health code and local ordinance violations, property control, civil complaints, and related incidents; responds to and provides assistance at a variety of public service type calls that are non-criminal in nature.
• Conducts initial and follow-up investigations at scenes of incidents to which summoned or observed; determines what, if any, crime has been committed; collects, preserves, processes, photographs, and books evidence; locates and interviews victims and witnesses; identifies and interrogates suspects. • Prepares and serves search and arrest warrants; apprehends and arrests offenders for crimes committed under federal, state, and local laws and codes; controls and mitigates people under the influence of drugs or alcohol or other potentially hostile situations.
• Directs traffic at special events or emergency situations; provides traffic and crowd control at community and emergency events.

Are you ready to begin a rewarding and challenging career where every day brings the chance to make a difference? The City of Lincoln is now accepting applications for the Firefighter classification!

We welcome both experienced firefighters and entry-level candidates eager to serve and protect our community. As a Firefighter, you’ll join a dedicated team that responds to emergencies, provides life-saving assistance, and ensures the safety of Lincoln’s residents. If you have a passion for service, teamwork, and making a real impact, now is the time to apply!

Firefighters are expected to uphold the City and Department’s mission, values, and goals while performing skilled emergency service work. This includes responding to emergency and non-emergency calls, fire suppression, emergency medical care, hazardous materials response, public assistance, as well as participating in station, apparatus, and equipment maintenance, training, and other related duties.

This classification is represented by the Lincoln Professional Firefighters Association, Local 522, and carries an 18-month probationary period.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The ability to work effectively under supervision and within a team structure is a significant element of the position.  Effective communication skills are needed work safely and be successful in the position.  The Firefighter should be self-motivated, able to complete work assigned in an effective, efficient, and safe manner, and be able to exercise independent judgment.  The capability of performing duties during various emergency operations is essential.  Firefighters must be able work for extended periods of time at emergency incidents that may involve physical exertion often under adverse environmental conditions.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Supervision is received from a Fire Captain.  Work is inspected in process and upon completion.  A Firefighter is responsible for their personal actions and conduct.  Evaluations are provided on a regular schedule and are based on individual performance as well as their interactions with other Company and Department members.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Include but are not limited to the following:

• Be an advocate for the mission statement, core values, and goals of the City of Lincoln and the Lincoln Fire Department.
• Communicates and establishes positive working relationships with the general public in order to deliver service of all types including emergency response, business inspections, participating in school programs, answering questions, and assessing customer needs.
• Completes tasks as assigned.
• Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service as a member of a fire company.
• Assisting in the fire suppression activities including operating electric generators, ventilation fans, deploying and connecting hose lines; holding nozzles and directing water streams; raising and climbing ladders; using portable fire extinguishers, axes, bars, hooks, ropes, power-driven tools, and other equipment; use of salvage covers to prevent water damage; overhauling and cleaning up after a fire.
• Operate fire department vehicles and apparatus.
• Donning and working in personal protective equipment including self contained breathing apparatus.
• Upon return to the fire station, clean, service, and ensures apparatus and equipment are available for emergency response.
• Administer first aid and operate various emergency medical devices.
• Perform rescue operations of persons in life and non-life threatening situations.
• Proper use of fire department communication equipment.
• Cleans and maintains station quarters and grounds; performs first-line preventive maintenance on apparatus; cleans, maintains and tests equipment.
• Participates in fire drills and training exercises.
• Become familiar with City streets, fire hydrants, building occupancies and contents.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Position requires: sitting, twisting and reaching for equipment; perform various tasks that require standing, walking, bending, stooping, squatting, climbing, kneeling, simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; wear appropriate personal protective equipment; perform physical activities of a strenuous nature; see and hear with sufficient acuity; may lift heavy objects, especially when responding to or operating at emergency situations or incidents.

The work environments described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.  Positions requires: working indoors and outdoors; traveling in a vehicle to emergency situations or other calls for service at anytime of day; may be exposed to atmospheres that may be immediately dangerous to life and health (IDLH) including dust, noise, smoke, fumes, gases, oil, grease, constant equipment vibration, machinery with moving parts, moving objects and other vehicles, wet and slippery surfaces; working unusual and prolonged schedules during emergencies in all weather conditions including extreme temperatures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The following are minimal qualifications necessary for entry into the classification:

Age

• Must be at least 18 years of age

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent.  Fire Science Certificate from a regionally accredited college or university is highly desirable.

Experience

• The knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for a Firefighter can be obtained by any combination of the following: successful work experience history involving significant public contact with customer service responsibilities, course work in fire science, experience as a paid or volunteer Firefighter, or successful completion of a Fire Training Academy.

License/Certificate

• If no prior firefighting experience is possessed, applicants must be current on the Firefighter Candidate Testing Center (FCTC) Statewide Eligibility List (SEL) as of 09/26/2025.
  • For more information on how to be placed on the FCTC SEL, visit https://www.fctconline.org/find-a-job/fctc-statewide-list/
• A passing score on the FCTC Written Test must be dated between 09/26/2024 and 09/26/2025. 
  • Candidates experiencing financial hardship may qualify for a grant to pay for their FCTC testing fees. (https://www.fctconline.org/grants/)
• Cal-JAC CPAT (Candidate Physical Ability Test) Card must be dated within 24 months of date of hire.
  • To view upcoming Cal-JAC CPAT and FCTC Written Test dates, click here (https://www.fctconline.org/candidates/upcoming-test-schedule/)
• Possession of a current Emergency Medical Technician I (EMT-I) Certificate.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Class C operator’s license with Firefighter Endorsement.
• Within 18 months from date of hire, must obtain a Firefighter I & II certificate recognized by the California State Fire Marshal's Office.
• Possession of a current Paramedic Certificate or current enrollment in a Paramedic program is highly desirable.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

The following are a representative sample of the KSAs necessary to perform essential duties of the position:

Knowledge of:  Modern firefighting methods and fire prevention practices; operation and care of fire apparatus; use and care of fire equipment, tools, devices, and facilities; emergency medical aid procedures; and the Uniform Fire Code and the procedures involved in fire prevention inspections.

Ability to:  Administer medical aid; work in confined spaces; work at heights greater than ten feet; work independently and as part of a team; observe safety principles and work in a safe manner; learn the operation of motorized firefighting equipment; learn a variety of methods and tasks related to firefighting and fire prevention; function effectively at emergency incidents; engage in moderate to strenuous physical activity and work long hours during emergency situations; participate in training drills; maintain physical fitness; learn the street system and physical layout of Lincoln; understand and follow oral and written instructions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, coworkers, supervisors, and the general public; operate communications equipment; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Skill to:  Safely operate fire apparatus; safely operate fire equipment and tools; operate an office computer and a variety of word processing and software applications; demonstrate proficiency in the English language.
 

THE SELECTION PROCESS

The process may include a Firefighter Assessment, individual interview(s), panel interview(s) and/or other related components.  Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. The candidate selected for the position will be required to complete a full background check, fingerprint check, medical exam, drug-screening and/or other related components.

** Please Note: Assessments/Interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of October 27, 2025. **

Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of any special needs a minimum of five days in advance of the selection process exam by calling (916) 434-3229 or emailing hr@lincolnca.gov. The City of Lincoln is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

An exciting opportunity is now open! 

Housing Assistant 

 Hourly Range: $31.83 - $42.65 

Internal Opening Date: 7/21/25 

External Closing Date: 8/4/25

 (9/80 Work Schedule with alternating Fridays off) 

Are you interested in making an impact? The Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is the county’s largest provider of affordable housing, and envisions a future where we, as an organization, become a relevant community leader, expanding our commitment to increasing the supply of safe and affordable living environments for low-income families.   

How You Will Make an Impact:  

The Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is hiring for a Housing Assistant, an entry-level role within the Housing Programs team. This position involves a wide range of responsibilities to ensure that the Agency’s programs, activities, and services are delivered effectively and achieve high customer satisfaction. The Housing Assistant will support various teams by performing general office tasks, including reception, filing, scheduling, and data entry, as well as assisting with program-specific functions such as eligibility, lease-up, client services, and owner services. 

For a detailed description of the position's essential functions, please click HERE. 

APPLICATION PROCESS 

 If you are interested in pursuing this exciting career opportunity, please attach and submit the following required items with your application: 

• A completed Santa Clara County Housing Authority online application including supplemental responses.
• A detailed resume that highlights your related skills and experience is required.

Candidates must complete the Santa Clara County Housing Authority application form for this position and submit it online. Please note that incomplete applications will not be accepted. 

 SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE 

 Applicants are required to complete the Supplemental Questionnaire. This will be used throughout the process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications for the position. 

The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
  
The Santa Clara County Housing Authority is an Equal Opportunity and does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, medical, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by law. Qualified individuals with a disability will receive reasonable accommodation, as required by the California Family Rights Act (CFRA), and federal laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504, during any phase of the selection process, providing such request is made to Human Resources at least five working days in advance. Medical disability verification may be required before accommodation. Under federal law, all employees must provide documents that authorize the right to work in the United States. 

TO VIEW JOB ANNOUNCEMENT, CLICK ON THE 'JOB ANNOUNCEMENT' LINK ON THE BOTTOM RIGHT CORNER OF THIS PAGE.

SELECTION PROCESS

Interested applicants must complete a standard application form.  Applications and resumes may be submitted via our website at www.scchousingauthority.org.  For assistance: please contact the Human Resources Department at (408) 993-2934.