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• Join a talented team in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
• Work collaboratively with departments across the City
• Flexible work environment and schedules (9/80 schedule)

The City of Thousand Oaks is seeking a Senior Purchasing Specialist to join our team!

We are seeking an enthusiastic, service-oriented team player who thrives in a busy, fast-paced environment. As part of the Finance Department’s Purchasing Team, the Senior Purchasing Specialist will perform a variety of functions in supporting the City’s purchasing policies and processes.

• Receives, examines, analyzes, and processes purchase requisitions and purchase orders according to City and department policies and procedures; ensures that information is correct and documentation is complete; corrects errors as necessary
• Reviews formal solicitations such as bids and requests for proposals/qualifications (RFP/Q) and posts formal solicitations on City’s procurement portal
• Reviews and facilitates informal solicitations for departments
• Trains City staff on purchasing policies and processes
• Oversees the maintenance of solicitation records, commodity/sub-commodity lists, and other purchasing and inventory files
• Negotiates, manages, and monitors Citywide contracts
• Oversees the maintenance and validation of vendor account information
• Oversees the City’s purchasing card (Cal-Card) program
• Oversees the City’s centralized cellphone and smart device program
• Oversees the transfer of disposal of surplus property
• Resolves inquiries and concerns from employees, vendors, and the public
• Generates a variety of financial reports for Accounting and Budget staff

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Exposure to the Full Employee Lifecycle: Gain hands-on experience in various aspects of Human Resources, including recruitment, onboarding, benefits, compliance, training, and more!  

• Flexible Part-time Schedule: Work-life balance that accommodates school or other commitments, with 20 –25 hours per week and scheduling flexibility 

• Work in the Public Sector: Build valuable experience in local government, contributing to meaningful community service while enhancing your skills in a professional and supportive environment

DESCRIPTION

The City of Thousand Oaks is hiring an enthusiastic and motivated part-time Human Resources Assistant (Hourly City Worker) to join our team!   This is a great opportunity for someone who is interested in pursuing a career in the public sector. The Human Resources Assistant  will perform a variety of clerical, office, and administrative support functions to support the Human Resources Department.  

The part-time Human Resources Assistant will be the first point of contact for the department and will interact with a diverse group of internal and external customers. This position requires excellent customer service, problem-solving, attention to detail, and organization skills.  In this position, you will be introduced to different facets of the employee lifecycle from recruitment and onboarding to separation.   

Part-time work schedules are approximately 20-25 hour per week and may not exceed 1,000 hours in a fiscal year (July 1 – June 30).  We offer some flexibility in scheduling to balance other commitments, dependent on department needs. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Employee Inquiries and Correspondence - Respond to inquiries in-person, over the phone, via email,  Microsoft Teams, and HR help tickets 

• Administration - Prepare routine periodic reports and administer general office administrative tasks 

• Employee Benefits - Assist with benefits administration and enrollment 

• Data Entry - Assist with data entry for employee record maintenance, such as compliance reporting and safety trainings 

• Document Management - Assist with records management, filing, and maintenance of all Human Resources files, including confidential, personnel, medical, and I-9 files 

• Verification Requests - Respond to verifications of employment (VOE) and unemployment claims 

• Recruitment - Assist with the recruitment and onboarding process by posting jobs, preliminary screening, scheduling interviews, creating interview packets, processing background checks, and candidate correspondence 

• Talent Development and Training - Assist with setting up training initiatives, assignments, courses, and rosters 

• Digital Transformation - Maintain and update the internal Human Resources department site via SharePoint and assist with the conversion of physical records to an electronic format 

• Perform other duties as assigned  

Do you love working with youth and teens? Are you a creative planner, natural leader, and community-minded go-getter? Do you want to work with an amazing team of dedicated professionals who work every day to enhance the quality of life for the residents of San Carlos by providing recreational opportunities for all?  Come join our Parks and Recreation Department team and make a difference in the community and have fun while doing it!

The City of San Carlos Parks & Recreation Department is looking for a motivated and community-focused Recreation Coordinator to lead a variety of youth and teen programs. If you're passionate about creating meaningful recreational experiences and enjoy working with young people, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

About the Position

As a Recreation Coordinator, you’ll be responsible for planning, organizing, and delivering engaging programs for youth and teens. This includes after-school drop-in activities, seasonal camps, the Youth Advisory Council, and year-round classes. You’ll also supervise part-time staff and volunteers, collaborate with community partners, and help promote programs through social media and outreach.

This role requires strong leadership, creativity, and the ability to work independently. The ideal candidate is organized, resourceful, and experienced in youth programming. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and implement youth and teen programs and events
• Supervise part-time staff, instructors, and volunteers
• Coordinate facility use, supplies, and equipment
• Promote programs through social media and community outreach
• Evaluate program effectiveness and participant satisfaction
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports
• Assist with budget planning and monitoring
• Support department-wide events and initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation or a related field
• At least one year of professional experience in recreation
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and social media platforms
• Valid California driver’s license
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends

Special Requirements

• Ability to speak clearly and understandably
• Dexterity to type and maintain records
• Ability to sit for extended periods and perform light physical tasks (e.g., setup and breakdown of activities)
• Willingness and ability to work flexible hours and overtime.

Licenses and Certifications

Possession of an appropriate California driver's license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles.

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The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the City:

Final Filing Date: Before 5:00pm, Friday, September 12, 2025  

Tentative Interview Date: September 24, 2025

Appointment to this position is contingent upon:

*Reference check

*Employment and education verification

*TB testing

*Department of Justice fingerprinting criminal history records check

Join San Bruno Public Works, as a part-time, temporary Maintenance Assistant!

The San Bruno Public Works Department is committed to delivering responsive, professional, and efficient services that maintain and enhance the City’s infrastructure. With responsibility over streets, storm drains, wastewater collection, water distribution, public facilities, and engineering, the department is committed to providing responsive, high-quality service, and plays a vital role in keeping the city safe, clean, and functional.

Under immediate supervision, part-time maintenance assistants perform a range of unskilled and semiskilled tasks that support the day-to-day upkeep of the City’s infrastructure. This is a part-time, temporary position with the Public Works Department (18-20 hours per week) to support the City’s “Cleanup San Bruno” initiative.

Examples of duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Cleans and removes debris and litter from parking lots, streets, gutters, storm drains, catch basins, and sidewalks, by shoveling, raking, sweeping, and picking up debris.
• Removal and loading of illegal dumping such as tires, mattresses, and furniture.
• Assists in loading, transporting, and unloading equipment, materials, debris, and other heavy objects related to maintenance.
• Operates a City vehicle and power tools necessary to complete maintenance for the above assigned areas.
• Assists with fire hydrant flushing program.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education, experience, and training that would provide the best qualified candidates. Applicants should have the ability to read, write and carry out oral and written directions. Applicants should also have the ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of proper use and care of common hand tools, skills performing manual work, and lifting heavy objects up to 50 pounds. Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical and drug test.

Special Requirements:

• Possession of a valid California driver’s license with good driving record (DMV printout required).

In addition, the ideal candidate possesses a positive attitude and maintain a successful track record the following:

• Experience working in a maintenance field with knowledge of tools.
• Conveying information and ideas clearly and concisely that helps the understanding and retaining of the message; listening actively to others.
• Working cooperatively with others to help a team or work group achieve its goals.
• Assimilating and applying new job-related information in a timely manner.
• Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how detailed; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online on the City's BambooHR page. Applications must be received by 5:00 pm on Sunday, August 31, 2025. You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible before the position is closed. The City of San Bruno utilizes a merit-based selection system that is competitive and based on broad outreach efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to take part in a process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness, and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position.

What happens next?

• We will review your application and all supplemental materials to select the best qualified applicants to continue in the process. Screening will include a review of minimum qualifications, application appraisal rating of education, training and experience and relevance of background qualifications related to the target job as well as supplemental questions if applicable.
• Applicants selected to move forward in the process may be asked to participate in any combination of the following (at any phase of the selection process): a written examination, job related exercise, physical test or job simulation, phone interview, in-person or video interview(s), and/or web-based testing.
• The final phase of the selection process is the probationary period, which in most cases is one year, depending on your classification.

Reasonable Accommodations

The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices. 

The City of San Bruno Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the selection process to accommodate disabled applicants. Individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation in the process must inform the Human Resources Department by the final filing date by emailing hr@sanbruno.ca.gov.

The City of Thousand Oaks has an excellent opportunity!  We are seeking an organized and detail-oriented Administrative Specialist to perform a wide range of office and administrative support functions. The ideal candidate will be a team player, a self-starter, and take a proactive and solution-oriented approach in support of day-to-day department operations. 

We have an immediate opening for an Administrative Specialist position in the Public Works Department.  This position, which requires strong customer service and multi-tasking skills, will work either a 9/80, or a 4/10 schedule, depending on the operational needs of the Department. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Performs a wide variety of complex, sensitive, highly responsible, and confidential office administrative, secretarial, advanced clerical, and support functions
• Creates, formats, proofreads, and edits a variety of departmental documents and correspondence, such as reports, memoranda, letters, technical materials, agreements/contracts, change orders, task orders, and amendments
• Organizes and maintains accurate and up-to-date records and files in accordance with the City’s records management program
• Maintains calendars and meeting schedules, coordinates travel logistics, and processes and reconciles credit card transactions and expense reports
• Serves as liaison between the department and the public, City staff, other City agencies, and outside groups
• Maintains content on department webpage
• Participates in the collection, compilation, and analysis of information from various sources on a variety of topics, e.g., vendor quotes, certificates of insurance, etc.
• Provides general administrative and office support for the department, including processing invoices for payment, preparing pay requests, assisting with employee time-keeping submissions and records, handling petty cash, ordering office supplies, preparing meeting materials, room reservations, and set up as needed
• Communicates with and responds to customer questions and inquiries in person, via e-mail, telephone, and the City's web-based communication system

CITY OF PACIFICA

Invites you to apply for the position of

POLICE OFFICER - Trainee

If you are on the path to becoming a police officer, and would like to attend the POST academy to graduate and obtain your POST Certification,  this is the perfect opportunity to join our team!

Take this opportunity to explore our dynamic, full-service, community police department. The position is intended for you to attend a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST)-certified Basic Law Enforcement Academy and receive the academic and physical training resulting in graduation and certification required for appointment to the classification of Police Officer. 

Apply today!!  

DEFINITION

Under immediate supervision, attend a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST)-certified Basic Law Enforcement Academy and receive the academic and physical training resulting in graduation and certification required for appointment to the classification of Police Officer.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This classification is structured for incumbents hired with the purpose of becoming a sworn police officer.  Police Officer Trainees are hired into this position for the period prior and during the time they are assigned to a POST-certified Basic Law Enforcement Academy.  Upon successful completion of training at the academy and upon the availability of a Police Officer position, Police Officer Trainees will be sworn in and appointed to the classification of Police Officer at the beginning of the following pay period. 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receive immediate supervision from higher level supervisory or management staff and from training staff at a POST-certified Basic Law Enforcement Academy.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS – INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

• Attend a POST-certified Basic Law Enforcement Academy designed to provide an overview of the criminal justice system including knowledge of laws, police procedures, law enforcement techniques, first aid and physical fitness.
• Receive training to develop an awareness of Police Department functions, as well as the responsibilities of Police Officers and how those responsibilities relate to field operations.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of:

• English usage, grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Basic principles of business writing and basic report writing
• Principles and practices of good customer service
• Techniques and practices of effective interpersonal communication
• Principles and practices of safety management

Skills/Ability to:

• Successfully complete a POST-Basic Law Enforcement Academy including classroom instruction, physical agility and use of firearms.
• Learn proper police procedures and methods.
• Observe accurately and remember names, faces, numbers, incidents, and places.
• Think and act quickly in emergencies and judge situations and people accurately.
• Understand and interpret laws and regulations.
• Prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive written reports.
• Become proficient in self-defense techniques.
• Become proficient in the care and use of firearms.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Deal courteously and effectively with the general public.

Experience and Training Guidelines

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:

Experience: None required.

Training: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade (High School diploma). Completion of 30 semester units from an accredited college or university (60 units or more is preferred).

Licenses: Possession of and ability to maintain a valid California Driver’s License.

Necessary Special Qualifications:

• At the time of application, all applicants must show proof of passing the PELLETB test with a minimum T-Score of 50 and successful completion of the WSTB test (physical agility).  These tests can be taken by visiting www.theacademy.ca.gov.  All testing information including practice tests can be located on the site.
• Free of any felony convictions.
• A citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship (Government Code Para. 1031).
• Age, not less than 21 years at time of appointment.
• Vision in each eye, correctable to at least 20/30.
• Must pass a background investigation.
• Meet all regulatory requirements for becoming a Peace Officer with a California P.O.S.T agency.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Physical Skills

Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, squat, stoop, reach, crawl, twist, climb, and lift 50 pounds. 

Work Environment

Exposure to cold, heat, extreme noise, outdoors, confining workspace, electrical hazards, chemicals, dust, toxic waste, mechanical hazards, and explosive materials.

The City of Redwood City invites applications for  Landscape Gardner 

THE POSITION

The position of LANDSCAPE GARDENER performs on a variety of semi-skilled and skilled gardening and turf maintenance in a team-based environment.  The Landscape Gardener will be involved in the development, maintenance and repair of landscaped areas and will operate a variety of landscape maintenance equipment. 

A few typical duties may include the following: 

• Perform general grounds and facility maintenance work such as raking leaves, cleaning walkways, removing debris, and cleaning restrooms.
• Water, weed, trim, renovate and fertilize shrubs, trees, flowerbeds and landscaped areas.
• Maintain and prepare athletic fields.
• Assist in maintenance/installation of irrigation systems and setting clocks.
• Recognize plant pests and diseases.
• Apply herbicides and pesticides.
• Drive vehicles used to transport materials, tools, and equipment as required.
• Operate power equipment; move/install recreation equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on mowing equipment and tools.
• Operate a computer for automated work systems.
• Respond to inquiries from the public.

The City of Redwood City invites you to apply for the position of Landscape Gardener

• Please click on the job announcement file below to review the recruitment flyer.
• A complete application is required, and supplemental questionnaire.

• Please see special instructions for more information on supplemental questionnaire and completely filling in the application.

• Submit your application online via CalOpps by 11:59 pm on Sunday, September 21, 2025.
• Applications will be reviewed continuously as they are received.

The City of Brisbane’s Finance Department is searching for a proactive and meticulous Accounting Assistant II to join our dynamic team! Under general supervision, provides essential technical and office support, manages financial transactions, and prepares and reconciles financial and accounting records and reports.  Additionally, performs related work as required. Please see the full job classification for details https://www.brisbaneca.org

Example of Duties: (Illustrative Only)

• Receives mail and direct payments from the public and funds from other City departments; balances monies received and prepares receipts and bank deposits.
• Processes accounts payable; assigns purchase order and vendor numbers; reviews invoices and receiving reports for accuracy and appropriate authorization; ensures that funds are budgeted and available and prepares documentation required for payment; enters data into the accounts payable system to produce payment.
• Reviews payroll records for completeness and accuracy; resolves problems and enters data into the payroll system to produce the City’s payroll.
• Provides information to business owners regarding business license requirements and fees; processes license applications and renewals; receives and receipts payments and prepares license certificates; maintains utility billing ledgers; inputs meter readings into the system and produces billing statements.
• Posts receipts, encumbrances, and expenditures to various accounts; reconciles accounts and prepares general ledger entries.
• Prepares and distributes billings for money owed to the City for fees and services.
• Answers questions, provides information regarding procedures and regulations and assists the public at a counter and over the telephone.
• Prepares and distributes payroll tax forms and 1099’s on an annual basis.
• Records and verifies a variety of financial transactions; prepares and maintains records and a variety of periodic and special financial, accounting, and statistical reports.
• Enters and retrieves information using standard word processing and spreadsheet software.
• Performs general office support duties such as opening and routing mail, preparing correspondence, maintaining an inventory of office supplies and stationery, and duplicating and distributing various written materials.

The City of San Mateo Public Works Department is looking for a

Wastewater Treatment Plant Mechanic I/II

Why Join our Department?

The Public Works Department’s Environmental Services Division (ESD) is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the City’s 15.7 million gallon per day (MGD) conventional activated sludge wastewater treatment plant (WWTP).  The WWTP serves a population of more than 140,000 with an annual operating budget in excess of $15 million and has a staff of 33 professional and technical personnel.  Planned upgrades to the WWTP include new liquids treatment process facilities consisting of new headworks, primary treatment, and biological nutrient removal/membrane bioreactor (BNR/MBR) process.  When you join the Public Works Department, you will work among collaborative and energetic colleagues who share a passion for serving our San Mateo citizens and improving the community in which we live and work.  Our team is comprised of individuals with diverse talents and experience in various fields.  We will provide you with a wide range of opportunities in a team-based collaborative environment while helping you achieve your professional goals.

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://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_GTIzeSpc_g
 

What You’ll Do

The Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) Mechanic I/II performs semi‑skilled and skilled work in the installation and repair of pumps, motors, chain drives, valves and related equipment and to do related work as required.  The WWTP Mechanic I is the entry level class in the Plant Mechanic series.  Positions in this class normally perform beginning level mechanical repair and maintenance work on a wide variety of wastewater quality control plant systems and equipment. Under this class series concept, positions assigned to the class of Plant Mechanic II may reasonably be filled at the Plant Mechanic I level.  The WWTP Mechanic II is the journey level class in the Plant Mechanic series. Positions assigned to this class are flexibly staffed and are expected to perform the most skilled repair and maintenance work and have a thorough knowledge of the operational characteristics, maintenance and repair methods and techniques and most typical system difficulties for the full range of equipment and operational systems in the plant. All positions assigned to this class require the ability to work independently, exercising judgment and initiative. Plant Mechanics II may also be expected to assist in the supervision of less experienced personnel.

Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Operate machines and tools in repairing defective parts of pumps, compressors, generators, motors, lift stations, boilers and related mechanical equipment.

• Maintain accurate mechanical maintenance records.

• Install, repair, replace, and modify pumps, controllers, bearings, seals, hydraulic pipes, timing devices and assist in installing telemetering electrical equipment.

• Use a variety of power hand tools, cutting and welding equipment and electrical test equipment. Fully utilize the computerized work systems in accordance with work flow processes.

• Perform preventive maintenance on wastewater treatment plant mechanical and electrical equipment. Evaluate equipment performance and identify problem areas.

• Maintain stock inventory and adequate supply of replacement parts.

• Plant mechanics may be required to respond to emergency situations after normal working hours and be subject to serve on emergency stand-by alert and call out status on a rotational basis, including participation in rotating stand-by duties.

• Analyze or create documents, such as blueprints, markings, surveys, etc. to problem solve the most effective approach to a task.

• Verify the work of others for accuracy, proper work methods, techniques, and compliance.

• Formulate solutions to problems with equipment or operations, including logistics, operations, and processes.

• Draft operating procedures.

The Wastewater Treatment Plant Mechanic I/II receives supervision from the Wastewater Treatment Plant Maintenance Superintendent or Wastewater Treatment Plant Mechanic III as directed technical or functional supervision may be provided by higher level treatment plant maintenance personnel.  Assignments may require indirect supervision of less experienced plant maintenance personnel.

For a complete list of duties, reference our job specifications at https://www.cityofsanmateo.org/DocumentCenter/Home/Index/86

This is a journey-level classification encompassing specialized technical and administrative support within the Police Department. Incumbents are responsible for the comprehensive maintenance of departmental databases, preparation and assembly of detailed reports, support of recruitment processes, contribution to departmental planning initiatives, and provision of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) expertise. This classification demands independent work and the exercise of sound judgment and initiative. Employees at this level operate with minimal supervision, receiving assistance only for novel or complex situations, and demonstrate a thorough understanding of departmental operating procedures and policies.