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The City of Marysville is seeking qualified candidates for the position of a Public Works Director; this recruitment will fill 1 vacancy and create an eligible list.  

Reporting directly to the City Manager, this position is responsible for executive direction, strategic leadership, and management of the Public Works Department, including City maintenance workers and capital improvement projects. 

As the principal administrator of the Public Works Department, the Director; plans, organizes, directs, reviews and manages all department activities and functions including Engineering, Parks and Recreation, Streets, Public Facilities, Wastewater Treatment/Sewage, and Storm Water Management.

The Director also coordinates departmental activities with other City departments, outside agencies, community groups and individuals; and provides highly complex professional advice and support to the City Manager and City Council; assures department compliance with and enforcement of applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, and codes; manages and supervises staff; serves as a member of the City’s Executive Team.

REQUIREMENTS

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

Education and Certification

Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in Engineering, Construction Management or similar major.

Licenses: Possess valid California Class C Driver’s License.

Experience

Incumbents must have a minimum of three (3) years of managerial experience directly involving municipal services such as public works, public utilities, capital improvement project management, parks maintenance and management, and/or street and facilities maintenance.

This is one of newer programs within the Marysville Fire Department.  The Marysville Fire Department is hiring continuously for three (3) Seasonal Firefighters.  

For this position, each hour worked will be paid at $16.50, that will be paid monthly in accordance with the City of Marysville's established pay schedule, with a maximum of 960 hours per appointment. 

The position opens Monday, June 9, 2025and final filing date is Monday, June 30, 2025 at 5:00 PM.

A complete application packet will consist of a City of Sunnyvale employment application, responses to the required supplemental questions, a current (dated within one year and 6 months of application) passing CritiCall exam, and a current (dated within one year of application) typing certificate verifying 35 or more net words per minute. Please note:  For this recruitment, online typing tests will be accepted.

Click here to learn more information, view upcoming test dates, or to make a reservation for the CritiCall Dispatcher Exam.

For more information on how to obtain and submit a typing certificate, please contact the Human Resources via email to humanresources@sunnyvale.ca.gov.

Under supervision and in a trainee capacity, processes emergency and non-emergency calls for service; dispatches police, fire, medical, rescue, animal control or other emergency equipment, by telephone or radio, utilizing complex technical aids, such as computer aided dispatch systems (CAD); and, performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience: 

The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following way:

Graduation from high school or tested equivalent, AND

One year of work experience providing customer service to the public.

For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sunnyvale/jobs/4963826/public-safety-dispatcher-in-training

Salary: $50.71 - $55.91 Hourly

Please click the Job PDF button below to view the full job announcement brochure.

DESCRIPTION:

The Department:

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

The Position:

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

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

Additional Information:

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

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

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

TYPICAL DUTIES:

Under immediate supervision:

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

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum Education Requirements:

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

Minimum Experience Requirements:

None.

Acceptable Substitution:

None.

License/Certifications:

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

Other Requirements: 

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

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

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

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

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

Upon successful completion of POST Academy, the position becomes a full-time probationary Police Officer position. 

We are looking for exceptional individuals to join our team. Individuals who are committed to working with their community in total partnership as we work together to improve the quality of life for everyone who works, lives, and plays in our county. We are a diversified Police Department that fully embraces the philosophy of community-oriented policing and merges that with our primary focus of creating a safe and secure community. We are a crime-fighting organization focused on rooting out that small group of individuals among us who break the law.

Take a hard look at our organization, if you are truly committed to making a difference in people’s lives and looking to live a life of service within a high-performing agency in a community that loves and respects its police department, consider joining us.

Under direct supervision, the Police Academy Recruit attends a basic Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified training academy to obtain the basic skills and fitness level necessary for the performance of Police Officer duties.  This position requires a thorough background investigation, psychological assessment, and a medical exam prior to appointment. This is the non-sworn, entry-level classification in the Police Officer series. Incumbents in this classification receive training in a controlled classroom environment.  Advancement to the sworn Police Officer position is based on meeting minimum qualification standards and satisfactory performance in the academy.

RECREATION SERVICES COORDINATOR 1, MARKETING & EVENTS

Regular Full Time Employment Opportunity

The job posting opens on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, and the final filing date is Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. or after receiving 75 qualified and complete applications, whichever is first.

City of Sunnyvale is recruiting for an energetic, creative, and passionate Recreation Services Coordinator 1 to assist in the Administration, Marketing & Events unit.  The Library and Recreation Services Department inspires a healthy community by fostering lifelong learning and play through progressive services and programs for all.

Join a team that works in a fast-paced and diverse community as we work towards building a fun, inclusive and engaged community. If you are seeking to provide services that are inclusive, compassionate, creative and are a curious, dedicated individual then you are an ideal candidate for this position.

Recreation Services Coordinator 1 is responsible for marketing, outreach, event planning and part-time staff recruitment efforts. Past responsibilities have included leading monthly Activities newsletter production, creating and analyzing social media efforts, assisting with marketing related projects, leading all recruitment and program outreach efforts and assisting to plan events like park grand openings, 4th of July Festival, Sunset Movies Series and the Community Awards program that support the Library and Recreation Services Department's Mission Statement.

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package. A complete application consists of a City application and responses to the supplemental questionnaire.  The position opens Tuesday, May 6, 2025and final filing date is Tuesday, June 17, 2025 5:00 PM or after receiving 75 qualified applicants, whichever is first. For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on JOBS.

Salary:
Recreation Services Coordinator 1, Marketing & Events $40.94 - $52.25 Hourly

We’re looking for a creative and organized professional to take on the role of Senior Library Assistant. You will join a fast-paced, dynamic team environment, providing youth focused services within the Youth, Bookmobile and Collections Division. This position receives direction from Senior Librarian, may exercise direct supervision over other assigned office support staff and builds relationships throughout the organization. If you are looking to bring your knowledge of youth literature and strong administrative skills to directly impact library customers and staff, this position is for you. Review our detailed job description here.

What You'll Do:

• Provide administrative support to all those in Division.
• Promote library services at outreach and bookmobile events as assigned.
• Answer reader’s advisory and general reference questions for a wide range of youth literature, resources andmaterials.
• Use planning, analytical, and technical skills to work on special projects.
• Support library events and programs.
• Work with library team to provide a safe and welcoming environment
• Support of safety protocols.
• Work both independently and with a team to accomplish goals.

The Essentials:

Senior Library Assistant

• Two years of experience performing paraprofessional or technical duties in a library setting equivalent to a Library Assistant II or Library Technician in the City of Mountain View.
• Education equivalent to an associate of arts degree.

Bonus Points:

• May need to possess a valid California Class C Driver License as required by the position.
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is highly desirable.
• Bi-lingual skills in Spanish, Chinese or Russian.

Are We a Match?

• You thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• You are adaptable, flexible and offer solutions in ambiguous situations.
• You possess solid knowledge of youth literature.
• You bring a creative mindset and are open to taking on new ideas and skills.
• You enjoy solving administrative tasks and balance your time efficiently.
• You’re able to pivot priorities and can anticipate customer and staff needs.
• You value continuous learning as a team practice and contributing to a collaborative environment.
• You enjoy resolving administrative challenges.
• You are organized, detail-oriented and organized and can manage multiple, varying processes and tasks.
• You bring patient, compassionate and friendly customer service and enjoy working with customers of all backgrounds and ages.

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We’re looking for a highly motivated, reliable and skilled individual to join the Public Works Department in the position of Cross Connection Control Specialist.  Working in the Utilities Section, you will oversee the City’s cross-connection control program, including backflow device testing and cross-connection control related inspections.  You will join a fast-paced, dynamic team environment, serving the City’s residents, visitors and business community by providing exceptional customer service. Review our detailed job description here.

What You'll Do:

• Conduct cross-connection surveys and tests to identify potential cross-connections to the water system. 
• Monitor the provision of backflow prevention at user connections. 
• Provide technical supervision over maintenance staff performing backflow prevention assembly installation, repair, inspection, and testing.
• Inspect potable and recycled water systems to determine the existence of cross connections and recommend corrective actions as necessary.
• Test, install, repair, and maintain backflow prevention assemblies.
• Perform plan reviews to ensure proper water system connections.   Identify potential cross-connections and provide written comments.
• Maintain records of installations, locations, tests, and repairs of backflow prevention assemblies.

The Essentials:

Cross-Connection Control Specialist

• Two years of experience in water system maintenance, equivalent to the responsibilities of a Water Utility Worker in the City of Mountain View
• Equivalent to completion of the 12th grade supplemented by approved courses of instruction in the theory, laws, regulations, and techniques of backflow prevention and/or cross-connection control.
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license.
• Possession of an AWWA Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Certificate and a California Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Operator Grade 1 Certificate.  
• Possession of an AWWA Cross-Connection Control Specialist Certificate within one year of appointment.  

Bonus Points:

• Experience administering a water system cross-connection inspection program is highly desirable.
• Completion of a recycled water site supervisor’s training class is highly desirable.

Are We a Match? :

• You are skilled in the maintenance of water distribution systems.
• You are flexible in your work style and can manage interruptions and changing priorities throughout your day.
• You are ready to be part of a well-trained and motivated team that provides excellent service in a fast-paced environment.
• You have a desire to protect the City’s water quality, maintain public safety and are committed to ensuring safe work practices.
• You can communicate effectively with your co-workers and members of the community.
• You have the ability to work a shift beginning at 6:00 a.m.