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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.

The Department of Planning and Development is currently recruiting for one (1) Senior Planner that will serve as the County of Santa Clara’s Agricultural Permitting Ally.

With 890 farms, over 288,000 acres of land, and over $310 million of produce, Santa Clara County’s vibrant community is composed of a diverse, multicultural population with agriculture that is driven by dedicated farmers and farmworkers who call Santa Clara County home. The County is seeking a new and key team player with general planning experience as well as a strong agricultural planning acumen to serve as an agricultural permitting ally (Senior Planner). A Senior Planner in this role would help farmers understand what rules and regulations apply to agricultural worker housing and would help applicants navigate the various permits and departmental approvals that are required. As an ally for agricultural permitting, this Senior Planner would focus on making the process of development more approachable and accessible and will explore options and alternatives with prospective applicants to provide housing on their farm or ranch, or establish new or expanded agricultural producing businesses, while maintaining the asset of agriculturally viable land throughout the rural unincorporated county areas. The agricultural permitting ally is a unique role that will be responsible for assisting farmers with agricultural worker housing and other agricultural-specific permitting, including but not limited to: assisting farmers through the County of Santa Clara’s building permitting process; helping farmers resolve code violations and maintain compliance with land use and building codes and standards; identifying opportunities for streamlining agricultural worker housing; promoting and supporting the production of safe and livable housing inventory for agricultural workers through the County of Santa Clara; and, working with local, state, and federal partners to connect farmers with resources. This Senior Planner will also assist in public counter inquiries and day-to-day activities of the Department as needed. The County of Santa Clara is committed to addressing the challenges that impact farmworker housing shortages and conditions.

In addition to meeting the employment standards for a Senior Planner, candidates must possess in-depth knowledge and working experience in two (2) or more of the following areas:

• Preparing advanced California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) documents (e.g., Initial Studies, Mitigated Negative Declarations, Environmental Impact Reports).
• Experience in complex medium- to large-scale development entitlement projects such as campus planning, industrial, commercial, housing, agricultural housing or processing developments, or similar projects requiring advanced CEQA processing, staff report writing, data management and analysis, public outreach and public hearings.
• Experience in the management of CEQA and technical consultants, including meeting coordination, reviewing work products, and contracting/billing. Experience in managing consultants to ensure the project is completed within the approved timeline and budget with the proper deliverable is required.
• General requirements of the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act (SMARA), preparation of annual surface mining inspection reports, and review and approval of Financial Assurance Cost Estimate (FACE), Reclamation Plans, and Mining Plans.
• Analytical understanding of State laws and regulations impacting land use and local government, with directly related work products that include major ordinance revisions and creation and processing of new programs. This would include preparation of professional staff reports of summarized data, conclusions and recommendations.
• Have conducted as a lead project manager or co-project manager long-range, comprehensive planning projects; e.g., general plan updates, major zoning ordinance amendments, specific plans, vision plans, etc., with working knowledge of the principals and practices of such working documents.
• Agricultural Permitting Ally: General requirements of building permit processing, resolving code violations, and maintaining compliance with land use and building codes and standards as it relates to agricultural worker housing and other agricultural-specific permitting.

Filing Period and Application Procedure

Final Filing Date: Open until filled. The recruitment may be extended or closed as early as 10 days after the issue date.  You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible and to monitor this site for updated closing information.

The first review of applications is tentatively scheduled for the week of April 21st, 2025.

Under limited direction, to provide service to the public and permit applicants, to coordinate the review and analysis of development applications for cities, agencies and other county departments, to conduct planning studies, feasibility studies, master plans and concept plans, to research and analyze planning data, to make policy, ordinance and program recommendations, and to administer zoning, planning or parks and recreation development programs. The Senior Planner will be working for the Department of Planning and Development.

Typical Tasks

• Provides advanced level customer support for the preparation and processing of moderate to major development applications, re-zonings and plan amendments;
• Serves as a project manager for the preparation and review of master plans, concept plans, feasibility studies, development applications, zoning and plan amendments and annexations, and other planning-related documents by leading the process, supervising professional and technical staff, establishing procedures, setting goals, and assuming responsibility for the final outcomes;
• Supervises consultants and negotiates, executes and administers third-party consultant contracts, including fiscal controls such as budget tracking and verification of invoices;
• Serves as a program manager for a specialized portion of the planning program such as zoning administration, architectural review, Stanford administration, surface mining, historic resources, agriculture and park and open space related projects, and airport land use;
• Develops and manages complex planning studies, master plans, concept plans or feasibility studies and reports on topics, such as land use, housing, historic resources, environmental impacts and economic development, in support of new or updated plan policies, regulations or programs;
• Performs field inspections to gather data relevant to planning projects and the development review process, to verify that development projects comply with approved plans or to initiate actions necessary to correct violations of regulations or project conditions;
• Enters development permit information and permit process workflow data in a central database;
• Abstracts information from aerial photographs, subdivision maps, census reports, building permits, etc., for analysis in planning studies;
• Analyzes geographic information systems data and creates maps;
• Prepares plans, maps, graphs and other visual aids;
• Leads or serves on advisory committees or boards such as Bay Trail, Bay Area Ridge Trail Council South County Committee or zoning decision-making bodies, schedules and conducts meetings, assists elected officials and their staff with planning matters and constituent concerns;
• Prepares or manages personnel who prepare environmental documents in compliance with environmental laws such as the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) or the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA);
• Conducts in-depth property specific research including the review of deeds and other legal documents; 
• Prepares recommendations and presents detailed written and oral reports on complex development applications, standards, zoning ordinances, General Plan amendments or local or regional planning initiatives to decision-making bodies such as Board of Supervisors, Parks and Recreation Commission, Planning Commission, Airport Land Use Commission, Historical Heritage Commission, Housing, Land Use, Environment and Transportation Committee, and San Martin Planning Advisory Committee;
• Assists in the training and supervision of subordinate staff; Analyzes and reviews complex land development applications, site plans and building permit applications for completeness and conformance with policies, ordinances, master plans, concept plans, County General Plan, conditions of approval, and State and Federal regulations, prepares conditions of approval where necessary, and takes discretionary action on certain land development projects that reviewed at the staff level, making required findings;
• Prepares and delivers presentations to community organizations, clubs, planning seminars, homeowners groups, etc.;
• Participates in meetings, conferences and workshops at local, regional and state levels;
• Assists in the administration of a functional unit;
• Conducts advanced outreach to community organizations, government agencies, developers and the public to encourage participation, resolve problems or obtain input;
• Answers inquiries and provides general information to the public regarding land use projects, permitting procedures, development policies, plans, zoning ordinances and other regulations;
• Provides information to the public regarding the permitting and development review requirements of other County departments such as Fire Marshal's Office, Environmental Health, Land Development Engineering, Geology, Roads and Airports, and Building, and County programs such as Williamson Act, Historic Preservation, and the Santa Clara Valley Habitat Plan;
• Resolves issues and complaints from the public or neighbors and permit applicants;
• Attends evening meetings;
• May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker, as required;
• Performs related work as required.

Employment Standards
Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college with a major in planning, architecture, engineering, landscape architecture, natural resources, social science or related field;

-AND -

Three (3) years of professional planning experience. A Master's degree in planning may be substituted for two (2) years of the required experience. A Master's degree in a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience.

Possession of a valid California Driver's License prior to appointment and the ability to qualify for and maintain a County Driver's Permit.

Possession of license, registration or certification in a related field, such as American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP), is desirable.

Highlights of the position:

• Work with industry professionals in a safe and supportive environment
• Exercise and build your skills on a large variety of state-of-the-art equipment and technology
• Great mix of indoor and outdoor work
• Hill Canyon Treatment Plant is surrounded by beautiful hills, trails, and open space parkland
• Join a team that truly cares about its work and the environment

Join the City of Thousand Oaks as a Plant & Equipment Mechanic!

Are you a skilled, motivated, and technically savvy professional looking to make a difference? The City of Thousand Oaks is seeking a Plant & Equipment Mechanic to become an integral part of our team at the Hill Canyon Treatment Plant (HCTP). In this role, you'll perform a variety of challenging and rewarding tasks, including installing, maintaining, and repairing mechanical and electrical equipment critical to the plant’s operations. We're looking for a resourceful team player with a strong work ethic and a commitment to excellence.

Primary Responsibilities

• Identifies and performs a variety of maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, installations, and modifications on wastewater treatment plant mechanical equipment and facilities, including but not limited to:
  • Mechanical grinders, pumps, valves, engines, blowers, motorized valves actuators, lab equipment, air compressors, etc.
  • Industrial grade machinery, boilers, digester equipment, bulk chemical storage and delivery systems, hydraulic and pneumatic systems and devices.
  • Fabricates and or modifies equipment mounts, brackets, supports, utilizing welding, drilling, milling, tapping, etc. 

• Coordinates activities with operations personnel and contractors to ensure efficient and streamlined operations
• Completes and maintains maintenance logs on the City's Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Responds to night and weekend emergency calls as needed

The City of Redwood City invited your application for 

Plan Check Engineer

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.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Responsible for reviewing plans and coordinating the city’s review of construction plans and calculations for compliance with city, state, and model code requirements. Position has hybrid work schedule options.

The City of Redwood City invites you to apply for the position of Plan Check Engineer.

• Please click on the job announcement file below to review the recruitment.
• A complete application is required, including a resume and written supplemental questionnaire.
• Applications will be reviewed continuously as they are received.
• FYI: this position has hybrid schedule options available; see recruitment flyer for more information about benefits. 

The City of San Mateo invites your application for the Public Works Maintenance Leadworker opportunity!

Why Join our Department?

The Public Works Department is committed to high performance levels and standards, utilizing best practices relative to performance management and team-oriented approaches. Our department oversees the maintenance of 260 miles of sanitary sewer lines, 75 miles of storm drains, 210 miles of City streets and 380 miles of sidewalk. To ensure that streets and sidewalks are in proper condition, Public Works manages the Pavement Management Program and the Sidewalk Program to keep our streets and sidewalks clean and in good repair along with a variety of other tasks as it relates to public right of way. You would be joining over 500 people whose mission is to serve the San Mateo community with collaborative, innovative and professional spirit.

Collaboration, Innovation, Respect, Creativity, Transparency and Informed Risk-taking are attributes within the City’s mission, values and organizational principles that we are seeking in the candidates.

Look to some of the reasons why the City of San Mateo is a great place to work: https://youtu.be/XNAF7GZUNl8?list=PL3QUX6-y-89-D28g895DzvObmoD89Dqdn

What You’ll Do

The Public Works Maintenance Leadworker performs skilled work in the construction, maintenance, and repair of sewer infrastructure, road ways, sidewalks, and storm conveyance system. The Leadworker assigns and participates in the work of maintenance crews, operates power driven equipment, and performs related work as required.   This position is responsible for lead supervision of a sewer, street, storm or traffic safety maintenance field crew. The work assigned also involves training staff and working as a member of the crew performing the more complex and difficult repair and maintenance tasks.   For a complete list of duties, reference our job specifications at www.cityofsanmateo.org.

The City of Woodland offers a competitive total compensation package including:
 

• Starting income ranging from $3,845.96 to $5,553.52 per month based on skills, training, certifications and years of experience, with regular, incremental pay increases
• Robust Retirement Program including CalPERS Retirement Plan, Retirement Health Savings Plan, choice of 457 Deferred Comp plans with a 2% City-Paid contribution
• Low-Cost & No-Cost Health Benefits, including choice of CalPERS Medical plans, and City-paid Dental Insurance, Vision insurance and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Career Development, including City-paid Professional Growth Incentive, City-provided training & professional advancement opportunities
• Home-Life Balance, inclusive work environment and predictable work schedule, as well as paid holiday, vacation, and sick leaves

Performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance, and repair of streets, sidewalks, traffic control, curbs, gutters, signs and markings.  The purpose of this recruitment is to fill a vacancy in the Street Maintenance Division of the Public Works Department, as well as establish an eligibility list for future vacancies.  Initial position/assignment and salary of the selected candidate will be based on previous work experience and valid licenses/certificates. 

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The Ideal Candidate for this position will have prior experience in road maintenance, including work on sidewalks, driveways, roads, curbs, and gutters. While this experience is preferred, it is not required. The candidate must be able to follow directions accurately and demonstrate strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing. They should be punctual, maintain good attendance, and have a positive attitude. The ability to work independently with minimal supervision is essential, along with a willingness to learn new skills and take on additional responsibilities as needed. This position requires flexibility, including availability for overtime, weekend shifts, and holiday work when necessary. While a Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is preferred, it is not mandatory at the time of hire.

Maintenance Worker I:

This is the entry level class in the Maintenance Worker series. The Maintenance Worker I may often perform many of the duties required of Maintenance Worker II but is not expected to have the depth of experience, skill level and certifications of the Maintenance Worker II. As a result, the Maintenance Worker I will have fewer opportunities to exercise independent discretion and judgment on matters related to work procedures and methods. This position is required to work any shift, weekends and holidays as needed.

Maintenance Worker II:

This is the journey level in the Maintenance Worker series. This class differs from Maintenance Worker I in that incumbents perform more complex maintenance duties including working independently, exercising judgment, and operating the full range of tools and mechanical equipment related to a specific assignment. The Maintenance Worker II may also be expected to assist in the oversight and training of less experienced personnel. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the Maintenance Worker I level, or by candidates with prior work experience elsewhere. This position is required to meet all Standby Program requirements, take standby duty, and to work any shift, weekends and holidays as needed.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

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

• Assist other departments in addressing Right of Way (ROW) issues within the city, this may include homeless camps, illegal dumping and blight related issues
• Ensure that safe traffic control measures are deployed, and that proper safety precautions and safe work methods are followed
• Design, fabricate, and install traffic signs and markings, set up barricades, direct traffic, and remove traffic control devices as needed
• Assist the Signs and Markings Group with the installation of signs and road markings
• Operate a variety of light and moderately heavy construction and maintenance equipment including such pieces as a loader, dump truck, water truck, steel rollers, zipper, mastic machine, crack seal machine and rubber-tired tractor with all attachments to perform a variety of routine construction and maintenance operations. Operate forklift as assigned and trained.
• Ability to set, form, pour, and finish concrete is required to repair curbs, gutters, driveways, and sidewalks
• Keep and record accurate and up to date records on all assignments using city maintenance management software
• Promote and maintain safe working conditions and correct unsafe working conditions
• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and upgrade a wide variety of streets and sidewalk equipment
• Prepare plans and specifications for the procurement of parts and supplies on assigned projects
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Regular, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS 

• Assist with the preparation of standard operating procedures
• Record as-built improvements using current City format for documentation
• Perform street and sidewalk inspections
• Develop “punch lists” for work to be completed or corrected during construction
• Use and maintain a variety of tools and test equipment as required
• Conduct routine maintenance on streets, sidewalk equipment and traffic control devices.
• Assist with preparation for and perform duties during storms
• Answer emergency calls and perform emergency repairs
• Meet all standby program requirements; take standby duty, work any shifts, including weekends and holidays

QUALIFICATIONS

MAINTENANCE WORKER I

Education: 

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Courses in, or graduation from, the American Public Works Association’s Public Works Institute is desirable

Experience:

• One (1) year of experience in construction or related field

Licenses and Certifications:

• Licenses and certifications required prior to permanent appointment:
  • Work Zone Safety/Flagger Certification
  • Competent Person Certification
  • First Aid and CPR/First Aid Certification
  • Hazwoper / Sharps 24-hour Certification
  • Forklift Certification
  • Valid class B California Driver's License with Tank and Air Brake Endorsements and DMV Medical Certification. Class A California Driver’s License with the same equivalent endorsements is desirable

MAINTENANCE WORKER II

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent. Coursework or training in construction maintenance or closely related field is highly desirable
• Courses in, or graduation from, the American Public Works Association’s Public Works Institute is desirable

Experience:

• One (1) year of experience performing duties comparable to those of Maintenance Worker I

Licenses and Certifications:

• Required upon hire:
  • Valid class B California Driver's License with Tank and Air Brake Endorsements and DMV Medical. Class A with the same equivalent endorsements is desirable

• Licenses and certifications required prior to permanent appointment:
  • Possession of all certifications required of a Maintenance Worker I
  • Backhoe & Mini Excavator Certification
  • IMSA or Approved Signs Technician Level I Certification

APPLICATION

Apply with a City of Woodland application by visiting www.cityofwoodland.gov/employment or the Human Resources Office, City Hall, 300 First Street, 2nd Floor, Woodland, CA 95695.  This recruitment is Open Until Filled.  First review of applications is scheduled for Wednesday, April 30, 2025.  Résumés and cover letters are encouraged but will not be accepted in lieu of the application form. Postmarks will not be accepted. 

Review Process:  Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best qualified applicants will be invited for further examination.  All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.  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. 

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.

Panel interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of May 19, 2025.

CURRENT SALARY

Maintenance Worker I
$3,845.96 - $4,908.50 /month
$1,775.06 - $2,265.46 /bi-weekly

Maintenance Worker II
$4,351.36 - $5,553.52 / month
$2,008.32 - $2,563.16 /bi-weekly

BENEFITS

Future Salary COLAs:          
4% increase (eff July 2025) and 1% increase (eff January 2026)

Retirement:                            
CalPERS Retirement System (2 % @ 60 formula for Classic CalPERS members and 2% @ 62 formula for new CalPERS members).  The City does not participate in social security

Deferred Compensation:                    
Choice of deferred compensation plans (Traditional and Roth) with 1% City-match.  After successful completion of probation, new hires are also eligible for a 2% City contribution.

Medical:                                 
CalPERS Medical Insurance Plans, including HMOs and PPOs.  City gives an allowance toward the cost of insurance.  Maximum Family Medical Allowance (2025): $2,463.99 per month

Dental/Vision:                         
City paid Delta Dental and VSP Vision Benefits

LTD/STD:                               
City paid wage protection for long/short term disabilities

Life Insurance:                       
City provides $50,000 life insurance policy

Supplemental Benefits:        
Voluntary Supplemental Life, Cancer, Accident Only, STD/LTD and Critical Illness insurance, and Flexible Spending Accounts available

Vacation:                                
6.7 hours per month during first three years of service

Holidays:                                
12.5 paid holidays (including two floating holidays)

Sick Leave:                            
8 hours per month

Bilingual Pay:                        
$200 per month upon certification

Certification Pay:                  
Additional pay for eligible certifications (up to a total of 4%)

Professional Growth Incentive:         
$625 per fiscal year for education or professional activities

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

San Mateo County Health's Public Health, Policy and Planning Division has exciting field-based opportunities for well-qualified and motivated Nurse Practitioners to provide both primary and urgent care to adults from vulnerable populations within our community—people experiencing homelessness and/or in shelters, monolingual Spanish speakers and other new immigrants, and those without insurance or underinsured. These services are provided through various Mobile Clinic modalities and venues, including but not limited to street medicine, shelter medicine, and the mobile coach. We are looking for collaborative Nurse Practitioners to work in and lead various multidisciplinary service teams in the field to provide comprehensive, low-threshold, client-centered care and engagement.

Teams are staffed by a Nurse Practitioner (NP), Psychiatrist, Medical Services Assistant, AOD Case Manager, and Patient Services Assistants. These teams work closely with our community partners from the Human Services Agency and community-based organizations who locate and identify clients needing medical and/or mental health services, as well as provide additional health, housing, and social services in the field.

Under general supervision, Nurse Practitioners provide urgent care and primary health care services such as physical examinations, chronic disease management (e.g., diabetes and hypertension), and referrals/linkages to specialty clinics as appropriate.

Currently, Public Health Clinics has one full-time, regular, 40-hour-per-week vacancy for a bilingual Spanish Nurse Practitioner and two 40-hour-per-week, Limited-Term Nurse Practitioner vacancies, requiring flexible schedules and field-based work at different locations. Sixty-five percent of the NP’s time will be in the field, with the remainder spent in the office documenting notes, placing orders, and coordinating with other staff as needed.

The ideal candidate has experience:

• In family practice addressing chronic disease management

• In the diagnosis and treatment of sexually transmitted infections

• Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams

• With the underserved population, including those who are homeless

• In a flexible, dynamic work environment

• With electronic medical records

• Using Spanish in a medical context

Examples of Duties

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

• Provide low-threshold, comprehensive care for San Mateo County’s most marginalized and vulnerable populations, including people experiencing homelessness, those in shelters, migrant and immigrant farmworkers, the recently incarcerated, the uninsured, and those with financial challenges.

• Provide comprehensive and urgent care in a variety of non-traditional settings, including homeless encampments, outdoor locations, shelters, and a mobile RV clinic.

• Demonstrate the ability to work closely and collaboratively with a small team in often challenging environments (e.g., homeless encampments, shelters, extreme weather, individuals under the influence, or those with mental health challenges).

• Take stewardship of medical care for assigned geographic populations and/or shelters.

• Outreach to and build long-term, trust-based relationships with vulnerable populations.

• Assess patients’ physical, emotional, and social status through medical history, physical examinations, and diagnostic screenings; evaluate clinical findings and lab results.

• Identify and manage common illnesses and other health problems.

• Refer urgent issues beyond scope to appropriate specialists.

• Deliver longitudinal care in assigned areas.

• Collaborate with other health professionals following protocols for diagnosis and treatment.

• Build relationships with community partners to improve health outcomes and expand services.

• Counsel families regarding health maintenance and care.

• Coordinate referrals to other health or social agencies.

• Maintain accurate records of assessments, follow-ups, and evaluations.

• Supervise subordinate health workers and participate in meetings.

• Actively participate in quality improvement efforts.

• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.

• Education: Completion of an advanced nursing degree from a program accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) or the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC), with emphasis in a Nurse Practitioner specialty area.

• Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of paid experience in an acute and/or ambulatory care setting.

Licensure

• California Registered Nurse license

• California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) Nurse Practitioner license

• California BRN Furnishing Number

• DEA Number

For OB-GYN assignments, a Nurse Practitioner license may be substituted with a Nurse Midwife License and at least one certification in women’s health.

Special Certification (depending on assignment)

• Family: Primary health care for patients of all ages

• Geriatric: Primary health care for older patients

How to Apply

• Full-Time Regular Bilingual Spanish Required Nurse Practitioner Vacancy
  Apply here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sanmateo/jobs/967176/nurse-practitioner
  Be sure to select “Public Health (various locations)” on your application.

• Full-Time Limited-Term Nurse Practitioner Vacancies
  Apply here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sanmateo/jobs/4902069/nurse-practitionerpublic-health-mobile-clinics-limited-term-posting-only

 We are a world class organization proudly serving a world class community. Just as the county of Yuba and other surrounding unique communities are rich with history and overflowing with constant change and growth, so is the Marysville Police Department. We are building an organization of outstanding individuals focused on excellence in everything we do.

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.

We are a demanding organization. We strive to be the premier law enforcement agency in the Western United States and want only the best officers. For those few selected to join our team, we offer a benefit package including educational incentives and the opportunity to work in every aspect of policing from crime scene forensics to being a member of the SWAT team, motor unit and K9.

Come, check us out and see if you have what it takes to join our elite team of leaders.

VTA is seeking a Lead Procurement and Contracts Manager for the BART Silicon Valley II Project. Don't wait and apply today!

 

This position has an anticipated end date of December 31, 2036.

 

The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority employs more than 2,000 people dedicated to providing solutions that move Silicon Valley. Unique among transportation organizations in the San Francisco Bay Area, VTA is Santa Clara County’sauthority for transit development and operations (light rail and bus), congestion management, transportation-related funding, highway design and construction, real estate, and transit-oriented development, and bicycle and pedestrian planning. With local, state, and federal partners, VTA works to innovate the way Silicon Valley moves and provide mobility solutions for all.

Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) is an independent special district that provides sustainable, accessible,community-focused, innovative, and environmentally responsible transportation options promoting the region's vitality. VTA provides bus, light rail, and paratransit services and participates as a funding partner in regional rail services, including Caltrain, Capital Corridor, and the Altamont Corridor Express.
To learn more, go to: vta.org

About Procurement, Contracts & Business Diversity
VTA’s Procurement, Contracts & Business Diversity (PCBD) is committed to procurement processes, contract administration, and compliance that fosters fair and open competition, compliance with federal, state, and local laws and requirements, and adheres to the highest ethical standards.
 

Goods and General Services, Professional Services/Technology, Design and Construction Sections, and the Offices of Business Diversity and Labor and Stormwater Compliance comprise the PCBD Department.  

Our Community
Santa Clara County sometimes referred to as “Silicon Valley”, is unique for its innovation, natural attractions, and social diversity. With numerous amenities and perfect weather, it has long been considered one of the best places in the United States to live and work. calendar of festivals and celebrations supports the community spirit. Nearby open space provides easy access to mountain parks, trails, lakes, streams, and beautiful coastal beaches. San José has received accolades for its vibrant neighborhoods, healthy lifestyle, and diverse attractions from national media, including Business Week and Money magazines.
The county’s population of 1.9 million is the largest in Northern California and is rich in ethnic culture and diversity. Enjoy access and the option to explore our closely neighboring counties of San Francisco and Alameda.

Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate has in-depth procurement and contracts experience, whose substantial experience includes transit construction projects.  The candidate will oversee and manage the procurement and administration of all procurement and contracts for the BART Silicon Valley Phase II (“BSV II”) Project, including procurement and contract administration of Technology, Architectural, and Engineering (“A&E”) and other professional services contracts and major high-value, complex construction contracts with potentially various delivery methods, including Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, Progressive Design-Build, and CM/GC.
 
The ideal candidate is familiar with both contract change management and contract claims management processes for change requests, amendments, and contract claims that arise during the administration of a transit construction project.  
 
The candidate’s in-depth experience will necessarily lead to candidate-led interfaces with BSV2 Project Controls, Design, Construction, and Risk teams, among others, such that procurement schedules are managed in alignment with the overall Project schedule.  
 
The candidate will oversee the development of Request for Qualifications, Request for Proposals, and Invitation for Bids, ensuring they comply with FTA, state, local, and VTA requirements; identify changes that are required and have the skillset to draft revisions to standard templates and General Terms and Conditions to submit for approval.  
 
The candidate coordinates with the BSV II Project to widely market upcoming procurements prior to formal advertisement to attract competition in BSV II procurements.  The candidate oversees the pre-advertisement industry events.
 
The candidate conducts the pre-bid and pre-proposal conferences, the bid openings on the Bid Due Date, conducts formal Discussions with proposers and oversees the evaluation process.
 
The candidate will provide guidance and direction to the Project Team preceding contract negotiations where permitted or required, such as negotiations of cost and pricing for A&E contracts.  The candidate has the skillset to draft a Negotiations Strategy Memo that considers multiple factors, including an analysis of the independent cost estimate, the proposer’s cost proposal, and market conditions.  The candidate and their team will oversee the negotiations, ensuring all proper documentation is in place and negotiations are conducted in a disciplined manner.  The candidate must prepare the record of negotiations and cost analysis prior to awarding the contract or contract amendment.
 
The candidate manages all bid protests, analyzes each bid protest, and provides recommendations of their disposition supported by clear facts, supporting documents, and persuasive arguments.   The candidate must have excellent written and oral communication skills.  
 
The candidate will execute contracts on behalf of VTA within signature authority as delegated by the Chief Procurement Officer.
 
The candidate will represent VTA at all disciplinary and other meetings.
For change orders, the candidate must lead the change order process, ensuring that there is a finding of merit and the cost is reasonable for the change in scope.  
 
The candidate will lead any and all procurement and contracts audits and reviews, including the FTA Triennial. The candidate will be responsible for maintaining contracts files of all BSVII contracts that are FTA requirements-compliant.
 
The candidate must have managerial skills to train and lead a group of contract administrators in all areas discussed above, including guiding them in rigorous management of their respective procurements.  
 
A 4-year Bachelor’s minimum education is required and a graduate degree is preferable.  Extensive experience in procurement and contracts is a must.   Experience in construction claims and even claims litigation is a plus.   This position is subject to VTA’s Telework Policy.
 

Definition

Under general direction, the Construction Contracts Administration Manager oversees and manages the procurement and administration of construction contracts including alternative delivery contracts such as Design Build (DB) and CM/GC (Construction Manager/General Contractor).

Distinguishing Characteristics

This classification is responsible for managing major VTA construction contracts and the related contract administration activities associated with construction projects.  Responsibilities include the administration of contracts that are highly complex and sensitive in nature, where substantial judgment and initiative are essential in making recommendations and resolving problems.  This class is distinguished from the Deputy Director of Procurement, Contracts, and Materials in that the latter has overall responsibility for all procurement, contract administration, and materials management functions. 

Classification Bargaining Unit: Non-Represented

 

 

Essential Job Functions

Typical Tasks

• Selects, supervises, trains, evaluates, counsels, and disciplines staff;
• Provides expert guidance in construction procurement and contract administration, including DB and CM/GC contracting;
• Reviews plans, specifications, reports, and other documents for consistency with the selected contracting approach;
• Oversees the preparation of Requests for Qualifications (RFQs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and Invitations for Bids (IFBs);
• Oversees and coordinates the development of contract language;
• Evaluates market conditions with respect to the viability of construction contracts;
• Evaluates project risks and risk mitigation strategies;
• Manages the preparation and negotiation of change orders;
• Analyzes cost estimates and work statements to determine the appropriate contract action;
• Ensures that Invitations for Bids and Requests for Proposals are conducted consistent with appropriate contracting regulations;
• Conducts pre-bid/proposal conferences and bid/proposal openings;
• Evaluates proposals and determines responsiveness and responsibility of offers;
• Serves as chairperson on proposal evaluation committees;
• Negotiates and prepares contracts that are highly complex and sensitive in nature;
• Coordinates with management and legal staff on legal issues associated with construction contracting and alternative project delivery;
• Executes contracts on behalf of VTA within signature authority as delegated by the Manager of Procurement, Contracts and Materials;
• Processes claims and stop notices and works to resolve protests;
• Represents VTA at disciplinary hearings and other meetings;
• Serves as a member of the management team in meetings/negotiations with labor unions and conducts financial analysis;
• Ensures that VTA complies with the various rulings and decisions of relevant administrative and judicial authorities;
• Monitors, revises, and enforces VTA procurement policies and procedures;
• Manages the development and implementation of department goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for work unit;
• Ensures that VTA complies with the requirements of funding agencies for usage of grant funds;
• Ensures compliance with VTA policies and procedures, including equal opportunity and discrimination and harassment prevention;
• Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Sufficient training, education, and public or private sector experience to demonstrate possession of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Development of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is typically obtained through a combination of training and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a four-year degree, and substantial, increasingly responsible contract administration experience in a public agency or transit setting involving highly complex, high dollar value contracts, with several years of supervisory experience.

Possession of procurement certifications, such as CPPO and/or CFCM, are desirable.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge of:

• Theories, principles, and practices of contract administration for public agencies including alternative delivery methods (e.g. DB, CM/GC);
• Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing public procurement and contract administration processes for design build, construction, and professional services contracts;
• Principles and techniques of budget preparation, and program and personnel management;
• Principles and practices of supervision, training, and constructive discipline;
• Bid and contract analysis and preparation techniques;
• Accounting principles and practices;
• Theories, principles, and practices of design management, construction management, quality assurance/quality control, and construction inspection;
• Theories, principles, and practices of claim avoidance and claim resolution;
• Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing public procurement and contract administration processes for construction contracts.

 Ability to:

• Federal and state requirements for conducting qualifications-based procurements, as detailed under the Federal Brooks Act and in the California Public Contract Code;
• Manage and direct the operations, services, and activities of the unit;
• Prepare comprehensive specifications, contracts, reports, and correspondence;
• Develop negotiation strategies and negotiate complex contracts and/or change orders;
• Define problems, evaluate, recommend, and implement alternative solutions to complex issues and problems;
• Develop, implement, and interpret goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards, and internal controls;
• Interpret and effectively use management information reports;
• Select, supervise, train, motivate, assign, evaluate, counsel, and discipline staff;
• Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures;
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
• Prepare and control a budget;
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Equal Employment Opportunity
VTA is an equal employment opportunity employer. VTA does not and will not tolerate discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age, ancestry, color, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, national, origin, immigration status, political affiliation, race, religion, creed, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, medical condition, disabled veteran or veteran status, etc.

What’s in it for You?

Health: 
VTA participates in a CalPERS-sponsored medical plan with VTA contribution to employee and dependent premium health insurance premiums. Employees pay a monthly contribution of any amount in excess of the Kaiser Bay Area Family Rate.
Flex Spending Account: $300 employer-funded Health FSA for eligible employees
Vision: VSP full premium for employees and eligible dependents
Dental: Delta Dental full premium for employees and eligible dependents
Mental Health Days: 3 days: May 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024
Leave: 17 days of vacation (accrued), 80 Hours of sick time (accrued), 12 paid holidays per year, and 1 floating holiday per year.

Retirement:
- Participation in CalPERS
· Classic Members: 2%@55
· PEPRA Members: 2%@62
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (voluntary)
· 457 pre-tax
· 457 Roth
· Self-directed brokerage account option for qualifying employees
- Retiree medical coverage for eligible employees with VTA contributions to the retiree’s medical premium

Additional perks:
- All active full-time employees and their eligible dependents are eligible for transit passes for use over VTA lines, including VTA Paratransit services.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available to each employee, eligible dependent, and household member, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Professional Development Fund
- Wellness Programs

As we continue to implement our VTA Forward Plan, we aim to strengthen and increase our workforce to take on future opportunities and challenges by elevating our people and our services. For more information about our VTA Forward Plan, visit: https://www.vta.org/VTAForward

General Instructions
Please read this entire job announcement before applying for the position. Print and keep a copy of this announcement so that you can refer to it. Questions not answered within this job announcement may be sent to personnel@vta.org.

To ensure consideration, completed applications must be submitted online to the Human Resources department by the stated closing time and date posted. When the stated closing date is “continuous,” apply immediately; the position may close without notice. You will receive an immediate email confirming receipt of your submitted application. If you do not receive this email, contact NEOGOV's Applicant Assistance Line at (855) 524-5627 between 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (PST)Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

Only online applications will be accepted for this recruitment (paper applications or resumes will not be accepted). JobInterest Notification Cards, or copies of previous, partial, or un-submitted applications, are not an acceptable substitute for a completed application.
 

Application Processing Information  

All related current and past work experience (including VTA experience) must be listed and fully described in the Work Experience section of the application and answers to Supplemental Questions must be completed ("See Resume" or "See Attached" is not acceptable). Incomplete or improperly completed online applications may be rejected even if you are qualified for the position for which you are applying. It is your responsibility to ensure that the online application reflects the work experience and education needed to meet the requirements for the position you are applying for. Although your resume may have all your experience and education details, please make sure to complete each section of the online application to ensure that your information is accurately captured during our screening process.  

Important: Proof of Education, either as a copy of a diploma or transcript, is required to verify all educational units listed on your application. Official transcripts are not necessary. Copies of diplomas, degrees, transcripts, or foreign transcript evaluations must be attached to the submitted application as a PDF.  
 

Note: Failure to provide all of the required documents in the appropriate format (PDF ONLY), and properly labeled as shown in the example (for example: Smith_J BS Diploma), will result in the application being rejected as incomplete. No exceptions will be made.  
 

Note: Applicants holding degrees or credentials from outside the United States who are using these qualifications exclusively to qualify for a position are required to provide a foreign transcript evaluation as a PDF and properly labeled as shown above. Failure to provide a foreign transcript evaluation will result in the application being rejected as incomplete. No exceptions will be made.  
 

All applications are subject to review as to meeting minimum qualifications at any point in the recruitment process. Passing any step is no guarantee of continuation if it is determined that the applicant does not meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the class specification.  

Candidates found to have exaggerated/falsified their qualifications, experience, training, and/or education may be disqualified at any point in the recruitment process and may be denied future employment with the VTA.  

If selected for the position, candidates will be required to complete a criminal conviction disclosure form. Candidates who successfully become VTA employees, and fail to disclose any of the criminal background information as required may be subject to discipline up to and including discharge.  
 

Eligible Lists typically remain in effect for six (6) months. However, Human Resources may abolish Eligible Lists at any time during the six (6) month period. Human Resources may extend eligible Lists for up to two (2) years. Eligible Lists may be used for more than one recruitment. If you have questions related to an Eligible List you might be on or were on, you should contact Human Resources.  

If you have questions regarding your status as an applicant for this position, please call the Human Resources Department at (408) 321-5575 or email at Personnel@vta.org. 

Americans with Disabilities Act Accommodations
The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment/examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you wish to request an accommodation, please click here.

ALL APPLICATION AND TESTING NOTIFICATIONS WILL BE SENT BY E-MAIL 
Applicants should select e-mail as the preferred method of notification. Candidates must maintain an up-to-date, valid, and reliable e-mail address. Candidates are also responsible for maintaining up-to-date phone numbers and addresses on their online accounts. Due to the number of applications received, candidates must check their application status through their online account. Contact NeoGov for assistance if needed.

Information on how to apply for jobs at the VTA is available on the VTA Employment website and from the NEOGOV'sApplicant Assistance Line (855) 524-5627. NeoGov Applicant support is available from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (PST) Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.   VTA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities or religious needs, absent undue hardship.

VTA is an equal employment opportunity employer. VTA does not and will not tolerate discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age, ancestry, color, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, national, origin, immigration status, political affiliation, race, religion, creed, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, medical condition, disabled veteran or veteran status, etc. 

The Burlingame Public Library is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Special Collections Intern to assist with the assessment, development, and strategic planning of the Library’s Special Collections. This internship provides hands-on experience in archival evaluation, policy development, and collection management—ideal for graduate students pursuing careers in Library Science, Archival Studies, or Museum Studies.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct an inventory and condition assessment of selected Special Collections materials
• Evaluate holdings by topic/theme, physical condition, and space constraints
• Contribute to the creation of a Special Collections component for the Collection Development Policy
• Assist in defining the scope and purpose of the Special Collections
• Research and analyze collection strengths, weaknesses, and growth opportunities

• Benchmark the Special Collections against best practices and peer institutions
• Draft guidelines for the acquisition and withdrawal of items
• Collaborate with library staff to define collection priorities and future directions
• Participate in staff meetings and contribute to strategic planning discussions

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of:

• Principles of archival organization, preservation, and special collections management
• Library and information science concepts related to collection development
• Research methodologies and information sources

Ability to:

• Conduct independent research and analysis
• Communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats
• Work collaboratively with staff across departments
• Prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities with attention to detail

Skills:

• Analytical and critical thinking
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Proficiency with basic computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Workspace)

Education and Experience:

Current graduate student pursuing a Master’s Degree in Library Science, Archival Studies, or Museum Studies

Location: Burlingame Main Library

Schedule: 18–25 hours/week | Duration: 4–12 weeks

THE APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested candidates must submit a completed online employment application and resume.  Resumes in place of a completed application will not be accepted.  Applications may also be obtained online at www.calopps.org.

This position is open until May 9, 2025 5:00pm.

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

Contact phone: 

(650)558-7400

Contact email: 

delara@plsinfo.org

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 job 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 job announcement does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.