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We have exciting internship opportunities available at the City of Millbrae’s Public Works Department Environmental Programs Division.  This is an open-ended internship without a specific term, and is a fully on-site position with a minimum of 16 hours per week commitment (not to exceed 1,000 per fiscal year).

 

The interns would work on projects, such as assisting with the water conservation programs and reporting, implementation of Millbrae’s 2020 Climate Action Plan measures (i.e. residential energy efficiency and electrification programs and tree subsidy programs), and community engagement support.  Interns would report to the Environmental Programs Manager located at City Hall at 621 Magnolia Avenue.

 

We encourage anyone interested in environmental programs to apply.  Jump start your career early through participating in these valuable, paid internships.  Join the Millbrae team to learn and experience City government! 

 

SUMMARY:  Under close supervision, performs a variety of entry-level administrative tasks and special projects; assists in the coordination of administrative activities and analysis of department systems and procedures; and performs related work, as required.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills.  This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required.  The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer.  Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:

 

• Research, compile, tabulate, and analyze data for a variety of administrative and departmental matters.
• Assist department personnel in assigned administrative, planning, organizational, technical, and professional tasks.
• Provide suggestions or recommendations regarding department specific projects.
• Prepare and present reports; draft policies and procedures; respond to requests for information. 
• Perform specific department related duties and tasks as required.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

 

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines: 

Proof of enrollment in a college or university OR recent graduates with paid or volunteer work experience, which demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the duties of the position.  Major course of study may be in one of the following areas: Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, Architecture, Computer Science, Engineering, Urban Planning, Human Resources, Communications, Recreation Administration, OR a related field of study. Education and experience will be evaluated based on the actual position.

 

Knowledge of: 

• Principles and practices of public administration and organization applicable to a local agency.
• Administrative techniques; statistical practices and methods of graphic presentation.
• Modern office methods, practices, procedures, and equipment, including personal computers and modern software and spreadsheet programs.
• Elements of business writing and proper use of English, vocabulary, spelling, punctuation, and grammar.  

 

Skill in:  

• Providing efficient customer service and communicating clearly and objectively both verbally and in writing.
• Organizing with the ability to prioritize work and exercise independent judgment, wisdom, common sense, and initiative.
• Thoroughly carrying out oral and written instructions.
• Gathering and analyzing data; preparing narrative reports and performing numerical analysis.
• Evaluating and recommending changes to policies, programs, and practices.
• Conducting research; proficiently utilizing a personal computer in completing special projects. 
• Following written and oral instructions with minimum supervision; effectively presenting information in writing and orally to the general public, outside agencies, and fellow employees. 
• Speaking effectively in a public forum on related topics and issues. 
• Prioritizing and scheduling workload to ensure completion when faced with deadlines or emergencies.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including City and other government officials, community groups, and the general public; and apply safe work practices.

 

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid Class "C" California driver's license. 

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed in an office environment in close proximity to other workers.  Incumbent shall be exposed to those conditions normally encountered in a business office environment.  Physical demands require frequent standing, reaching, leaning, twisting, grasping, lifting and sitting for prolonged periods of time.  Must carry moderately heavy boxes up to 50 pounds and/or utilize a dolly.  Incumbent must be able to drive safely to various City sites.  Incumbent must be able to see and hear in the normal range, with or without correction.  Incumbent must have the stamina to work long hours and overtime, if assigned, and be willing to work an irregular schedule, which might include evenings, weekends, holidays, and varying hours.

 

 

 

The Environmental Assistant is a technical position that is responsible for assisting with a wide variety of projects and tasks in the solid waste and stormwater program areas within the Environmental Services Division. Assignments include field work, special events, public outreach, and administrative tasks. May work independently or in a team environment depending on project requirements.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Assist with conducting field assessments, research, and reports for stormwater permit and/or solid waste regulatory compliance
• Serve as a source of information and problem solving for incoming customer service calls
• Support City implementation of recycling and organics services at businesses, multi-family complexes
• Participate in special events including planning, preparation, and logistics support
• Assist with coordinating volunteer creek restoration or creek cleanup events
• Assist with environmental education camps
• Set up and maintain spreadsheets, project files or computer databases as required
• Perform other duties as assigned

SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVED

General supervision is provided by the Environmental Services Administrator

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Relevant technical skill, or related education or experience
• Ability to establish and maintain productive relations and positive attitude toward others
• Strong written and verbal skills
• Organizational skills, flexibility and ability to work both alone or as a team member
• Experience with photo, graphics, and/or video software desirable

 

REQUIREMENTS FOR EMPLOYMENT

• California driver license
• Fingerprinting and TB test are required
• Must be able to effectively handle sensitive and or stressful situations or information with tact, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Must effectively communicate with adults and children from a variety of cultural backgrounds
• Willingness to comply with suspected child abuse reporting (11166.5 PC)
• Employees are required to be certified in Adult/Child CPR, First Aid, & AED from American Red Cross, American Heart Association or supervisor approved equivalent. Employees must be certified within 30 days of hire date or prior to the first day of work, whichever occurs earlier.
• Verification of legal right to work in the United States as a condition of employment

SELECTION PROCESS

Qualified applications will be evaluated on the basis of related experience and quality of presentation. The most highly qualified applicants will be invited to an oral interview. Applicant evaluations may include a written and physical test. Satisfactory candidates will be placed on an eligibility list. Placements are anticipated immediately after the list is established.

 

APPLICATION PROCESS

 

To be considered for this position, apply online by submitting a completed City application and resume through our on line application system: https://fremont.workbrightats.com/jobs/

Reasonable Accommodation: The Recreation Services Division will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise us of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling (510) 494-4347 or emailing recjobs@fremont.gov.

THE CITY OF FREMONT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

WE DO NOT DISCRIMINATE ON ANY BASIS.

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

The Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority is recruiting for an Administrative
Assistant to provide general supportive and administrative assistance to the Chief of
Developed Resources and other Developed Resources Division personnel, who
manage a variety of projects. The Administrative Assistant will perform general clerical
work in an office setting, including communicating with public visitors and callers, for a
person at entry-level.

This position requires a motivated, responsible, organized and self-starter individual
who can handle an array of tasks and has good attention to details. The individual must
be able to follow directions and communicate both

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This is a full-time, non-exempt, at-will position.

Supervision

This position reports to the Chief of Developed Resources. Assorted tasks may be
supervised by other division staff. The position supervises no other staff and generally
works independently but in frequent communication with coworkers and supervisors.

ESSENTIAL 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.

 

• Assist and execute projects assigned by the Chief of Developed Resources
• Communicate frequently and cordially with other staff and follow up on

unanswered inquiries in a professional manner.

•  Independently compose a variety of documents which may include confidential

material, including general correspondence, agendas, staff reports, and
memoranda.

• Keep a variety of reports updated on an ongoing basis, including status of

specific operations, crew activities, volunteer data, and other items as needed.

• Set up meetings and video-conference calls, including notifying participants,

reserving sites/times, providing support materials, and preparing conference
room and equipment.

• Demonstrate good habits of answering and responding to incoming telephone

calls, correspondence, and when communicating and providing customer service
to citizens who seek assistance.

• Maintain positive relationships with coworkers, representatives of other government agencies, non-profit organizations, homeowner’s associations, and the public at large.
• Perform related duties as required.
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JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to remain in a stationary position, occasionally move about inside the office to access supplies and office machinery, frequently communicate and exchange information, review handwritten, electronic and facsimile documents, and operate a computer and other office productivity machinery. The employee must occasionally move items weighing up to 20 pounds inside the office. MRCA offices are spread among multiple buildings and floors and may require traveling up/down steps.

Required Hours and Location

Monday through Friday, 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week with some scheduling flexibility. Occasional overtime work in evenings or weekends upon prior approval by supervisor. The position will work out of the Los Angeles River Center and Gardens but may occasionally be required to travel to various other locations. Offices at the River Center are spread among multiple buildings and floors. Remote working or a hybrid schedule may be allowed, subject to supervisor approval.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Education and Experience 

• High School Diploma or equivalent. 
• One (1) year performing clerical duties. 

 

• One (

Training and Certification

• Basic First Aid and CPR certification (or ability to complete within 6 months).

Knowledge of: 

• Intermediate proficiency with Office 365 and email, with particular emphasis on word-processing and spreadsheet programs.
• Use of Adobe Sign to gather signatures and compile documentation, or ability to learn immediately. 
• Proficiency in basic mathematics, as applied to expense reports and timesheets .
• Office practices and procedures. 
• Bilingual skills in English and another locally common language, such as Spanish, Korean, Farsi, Chinese, Armenian, Yiddish, or Tagalog is desired.

Ability to:

• Prioritize varying tasks and projects, manage time, and make regular, consistent progress on multiple projects at once.
• Handle confidential information according to procedures. 
• Cooperate with coworkers and revise project approach as needed to accommodate concerns.
• Work independently, or as part of a team.

• Must be highly organized with meticulous attention to detail.

• Complete projects and follow oral and written directions.

• Quickly change tasks and focus.
• Consistently follow agency procedures.
• Exercise discretion and sensitivity to confidential information.
• Read maps and navigate through greater Los Angeles, in both urban developed and undeveloped open space areas.

Competencies:

• Excellent oral and written English language skills. Not required to be a native English speaker, but fluency in English will be required. 
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relations with those contacted in the course of work including the general public.
• Emotional maturity, tact and diplomacy; poise and self-confidence 

Other Requirements

Candidates must have a valid California driver's license in good standing with a satisfactory driving record. Employees must be willing to participate in agency emergency response. 

All employment offers are contingent upon the following:

• Background check including submission of fingerprints to Department of Justice, and a record clean of violent crimes or felonies.
• Successful completion of a physical examination including a drug and tuberculosis (TB) test. 
• Verification of the right to work in the United States. 

Wages:

The range of hourly rates for an Administrative Assistant I is $19.01-$23.10. 

 

This job announcement is not intended to, and does not, create an employment contract of any kind and does not create any express or implied contractual obligations. Employment at MRCA is at-will without exception. The employee and MRCA may terminate employment at any time with or without advance notice and with or without cause.

Any provision contained in this job announcement may be modified or revoked at any time without notice.