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The City of Sausalito Invites Applications for the Position of 

PRINCIPAL PLANNER

(Salary: $9,286 - $12,382 Monthly) 

($4,286 - $5,715 Biweekly) 

Plus an excellent benefits package

Open until filled; First Review cutoff 5/5/25 at 7:59AM  

Under general direction, the Principal Planner performs the most complex and sensitive planning duties; and serves as staff resource in technical areas to plan, organize and coordinate programs and projects for professional, technical and clerical staff in a fast-paced work environment and highly engaged community. The Principal Planner provides supervision of the current and long-range planning projects and programs. Exciting long-range projects include the Housing Element Update and a variety of housing-related initiatives.

The Town of Los Gatos is recruiting for a Police Captain

View the recruitment brochure (Download PDF reader) for this exciting opportunity at Peckham & McKenney.

The annual salary range for this opportunity is $185,701 - $250,697 as of July 5, 2025, with a 3% COLA increase on July 5, 2026. Appointment will be made depending on the qualifications and experience of the candidate. The Town also offers an attractive benefits package.

Recruitment Schedule

These dates have been confirmed, and it is recommended that you plan your calendar accordingly.

• July 7, 2025: Filing Deadline

• July 8-18, 2025: Preliminary Interviews

• Week of July 28, 2025: Recommendation of Candidates

• August 12, 2025: Finalist Interview Process

To apply for this key position and exciting career opportunity, please visit Peckham & McKenney. Resumes are acknowledged within two business days. The final filing date for this position is July 7, 2025.  

For additional information about this position and the recruitment process, please contact: 

Diana Bishop 
(408) 800-7653

The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

The Town of Los Gatos is an Equal Opportunity and does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, medical, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by law. Qualified individuals with a disability will receive reasonable accommodation, as required by the California Family Rights Act (CFRA), and federal laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504, during any phase of the selection process, providing such request is made to Human Resources at least five working days in advance. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. Under federal law, all employees must provide documents that authorize the right to work in the United States.

COME JOIN THE BEAUTIFUL CITY OF SAUSALITO TODAY!

The City of Sausalito seeks qualified candidates for

FINANCE DIRECTOR

$151,143 - $189,160 /year

Plus an Excellent Benefits Package

Please view the complete details about this exciting job opportunity in the brochure below.

Police Officer - Academy Graduates and Lateral Officers

LATERAL INCENTIVES AVAILABLE

Exciting Opportunity to Join a Great Police Team where you can advance in your Police Career!

Summary Description

Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of duties involved the enforcement of laws and the prevention of crimes; controls traffic flow and enforces state and local traffic regulations; issues citations; participates in and conducts a variety of criminal investigations; makes arrests; provides support and assistance to special crime prevention and law enforcement programs; and performs a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of law enforcement services and activities.

Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

TYPICAL TASKS

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.

• Patrol designated areas of the City in car, by foot, or other means to preserve law and order, discover and prevent the commission of crimes, and enforce traffic and other laws and ordinances; protect real and personal property by providing security checks of residential, business, and public premises; maintain awareness of and remains alert for wanted suspects, known criminals, stolen vehicles, missing persons, traffic violators, and crimes in progress; issue warnings and citations;
• Respond to calls for the protection of life and property, the enforcement of laws and ordinances, general public service calls, and complaints including those involving automobile accidents, traffic hazards, misdemeanor and felony incidents, domestic disturbances, property control, civil complaints, and related incidents; investigate complaints and takes appropriate action, which may include the use of deadly or non-deadly force; use sound judgment under adverse, stressful conditions;
• Conduct investigations at scenes of incidents to which summoned, or incidents observed; determine what, if any, crime has been committed; identify, collect, preserve, process, and book evidence; locate and interview victims and witnesses; identify and interrogate suspects;
• Work in partnership with the District Attorney’s Office to obtain and file criminal complaints on arrested subjects;
• Prepare and serve search and arrest warrants; apprehend and arrest offenders for crimes committed under federal, state, and local laws and codes; control and mitigate people under the influence of drugs or alcohol or other potentially hostile situations;
• Serve as liaison and public relations officer to the public; establish and preserve good relationships with the general public; answer questions from the public concerning local and state laws, procedures, and activities of the department; make presentations before a variety of public groups to promote crime prevention activities and to enhance public understanding of Police activities;
• Contact and cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the apprehension of offenders and the investigation of offenses; may respond to requests for assistance from agencies outside the City for mutual aid in the suppression of civil disturbances, apprehension of criminals, or other related requests;
• Participate in continuous training to enhance law enforcement skills including firearms proficiency, defensive driving skills, apprehension and arrest techniques, investigative skills, and general law enforcement skills’
• Perform a variety of administrative and other types of duties in support of law enforcement services, programs, and activities; attend meetings; maintain and calibrate specialized equipment including preliminary alcohol screening devices;
• Initiate and complete reports, legal documents, and other required paperwork; prepare a variety of reports including those on activities, operations, arrests made, and unusual incidents observed; prepare investigative reports and case information;
• Testify in courts and at hearings; prepare and present case evidence; respond to mandatory court calls during irregular hours;
• Direct traffic at fires, special events, and other emergency situations; provide traffic and crowd control at events; provide security at City Council meetings and other City functions;
• Enforce parking regulations; issue citations; tow vehicles that are in violation of codes;
• Sign off on citations and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) verification;
• Participate in special assignments including Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT), Crisis Negotiation Team (CNT), Canine Unit, and related assignments; provide guidance and training to Explorers;
• When assigned as a Field Training Officer, train new recruits and lateral police officers; document trainee progress and prepare evaluations; serve as acting field supervisor as assigned;
• When assigned as School Resource Officer, serve as law enforcement officer, law related counselor, and law related instructor at assigned school; create a positive role model for students; serve as liaison between students and law enforcement; investigate crimes that occur within the school and on school property; provide information and assistance to school staff and administration, parents, and students regarding law enforcement and community problems; make group presentations; attend committee meetings; maintain program statistics and reports; and
• When assigned to traffic, patrol assigned areas on a police motorcycle; perform a full range of traffic enforcement duties; observe, monitor, and control routine and unusual traffic conditions; assist and advise motorist; use radar to detect speed; issue citations and warnings; investigate traffic accidents.

Detective Assignment

• Serve on assigned taskforce including gang or drug taskforce; gather knowledge about individuals or groups who are involved in criminal activity in order to understand how they function, describe their current activities, forecast future action they may undertake, and provide intelligence and resources that will eradicate criminal activity; coordinate and participate in multi-jurisdictional intelligence gathering and suppression operations;
• Receive, review, and analyze reports and case information on law enforcement activities requiring special and detailed investigations;
• Coordinate and conduct complete and detailed investigations of crimes involving juveniles and adults, crimes against persons and property including child and elder abuse claims, homicides, rape and assaults with deadly weapons, and crimes involving vice, gaming, and narcotics violations; follow cases from reporting, to arrest, to prosecution;
• Contact, interview, and interrogate victims, complainants, witnesses, suspects, and others involved in cases and incidents; obtain statements, documents, and factual and physical evidence;
• Collect, preserve, maintain, and book evidence and recovered property found that is involved with suspected crimes;
• Hold stakeouts, perform undercover activities, conduct surveillance activities, and other observation assignments;
• Prepare investigative reports and case information; recommend disposition of cases including to discuss recommended disposition of cases with legal authorities;
• Review information and evidence obtained for presentation in court cases; testify in court concerning evidence and facts gathered during the investigative process;
• Remain on-call during stipulated time periods to respond to incidents that will probably require major investigative follow-up and criminal identification work at the scene of the incident; and
• Perform related duties as required.

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 assigned duties.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Police methods and procedures including patrol, crime prevention, traffic control, and investigation;
• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations including laws governing the apprehension, arrest, and custody of persons accused of felonies, misdemeanors, and petty offenses;
• Rules of evidence pertaining to the search and seizure and the preservation of evidence;
• Offensive and defensive weapons nomenclature and theory;
• Techniques and applications of self defense and proper use of force;
• Operational characteristics of police equipment, vehicles, and tools including firearms, chemical agents, baton, and other related paraphernalia;
• Use of firearms and other modern police equipment;
• Methods and techniques used in interviewing witnesses, victims, or suspects;
• Principles and applications of public relations;
• Principles and practices of data collection and analysis;
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation;
• Basic principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation;
• Geography of the local area;
• Standard broadcasting procedures of a police radio system;
• First aid and CPR techniques;
• When assigned to investigations, investigative techniques, procedures, and sources of information;
• When assigned to investigations, principles and practices used in the identification, preservation, and presentation of evidence;
• When assigned to investigations, recent court decisions on arrest procedures and the preservation and presentation of evidence; and
• When assigned to investigations, methods and techniques used in interviewing witnesses, victims, or suspects including effective methods of obtaining information from reluctant witnesses.

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Perform a wide range of law enforcement assignments;
• Understand, interpret, apply, enforce, and make decisions in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations;
• Interpret and explain City law enforcement policies and procedures;
• Think clearly and act quickly in a variety of situations;
• Judge situations/people accurately;
• Effectively use and qualify with law enforcement tools and weapons including firearms, batons, defensive tactics, and other safety equipment;
• Operate specialized law enforcement equipment including specialized police vehicles, radios, video systems, and radars;
• Conduct a variety of criminal and special investigations;
• Gather, assemble, analyze, evaluate, and use facts and evidence;
• Interview victims, complainants, witnesses, and suspects;
• Accurately observe and remember names, faces, numbers, incidents, and places;
• Control violent people and affect arrests;
• Administer first aid;
• Prepare clear and concise reports and routine correspondence;
• Maintain contact and preserve good relations with the public; respond to requests and inquiries from the general public;
• Prepare and make presentations related to law enforcement efforts in the community;
• Work independently in the absence of supervision;
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions;
• Work irregular and on-call hours including weekends, evenings, and holidays;
• Meet and maintain required peace officer employment standards;
• Meet and maintain the departmental firearms qualifications standards;
• Meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform the assigned duties;
• Meet department’s psychological and background requirements;
• When assigned to investigations, perform specialized investigative duties involving the interpretation, explanation, and application of laws and proper investigative techniques;
• When assigned to investigations, gather, assemble, analyze, and evaluate facts and evidence, drawing appropriate conclusions and making recommendations for the disposition of cases;
• When assigned to investigations, secure information from witnesses, victims, and suspects;
• Undertake and satisfactorily complete required and assigned in-service training programs;
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; and
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience Guidelines - Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

PATTERN I – ACADEMY LEVEL

• Must have successfully completed a POST certified basic academy not more than three (3) years prior to the date of application.
• Must possess or be eligible to possess a Proof of Eligibility (POE) or certificate (Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced) from California Peace Officer Standards and Training under SB 2.  Ineligibility or decertification from POST will automatically disqualify candidate from holding a peace officer classification.

Experience:

• Some work experience as a California peace officer or other work experience that demonstrates a general aptitude for police work.

PATTERN II –LATERAL TRANSFER

• Successfully completed (at any time) a California POST certified basic law enforcement academy: AND
• Must be currently employed in a California law enforcement agency with at least one (1) year of full-time experience as a sworn peace officer with a California law enforcement agency, and be eligible for appointment as a Peace Officer under Section 830.1 PC; AND
• Must possess a basic POST certificate issued by California Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training or other documentation to substantiate your eligibility.
• Must possess or be eligible to possess a Proof of Eligibility (POE) or certificate (Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced) from California Peace Officer Standards and Training under SB 2.  Ineligibility or decertification from POST will automatically disqualify candidate from holding a peace officer classification.

In addition to either Pattern I & II 

License or Certificate:

• Graduate from high school or passage of high school level General Education Development (GED) test: AND
• Possess and maintain an appropriate, valid driver’s license; AND
• Not less than 21 years of age at time of appointment; AND

• Qualify for or possess a P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate upon completion of the probationary period; AND
• Must possess or be eligible to possess a Proof of Eligibility (POE) or certificate (Basic, Intermediate, or Advanced) from California Peace Officer Standards and Training under SB2.  Ineligibility or decertification from POST will automatically disqualify a candidate from holding a peace officer classification; AND
• Possession and maintain CPR and First Aid certifications upon completion of the probationary period.

physical demands and WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Environment: Reactive emergency, natural or man-made disaster, and routine peace keeping environments with travel from site to site. The employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions; occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, risk of radiation, and vibration; potentially hostile environments; extensive public contact. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but may be very loud due to sirens, firearm training, etc. Incumbents required to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends, and may be required to travel outside City boundaries to attend meetings.

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability to work in a law enforcement setting and an office setting; restrain or subdue individuals; walk, stand, sit, or run for prolonged periods of time; occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; occasionally climb and balance; regularly push, pull, lift, and/or carry light to moderate weights; frequently lift and/or move moderate to heavy weights; occasionally lift and/or move heavy weights; operate office equipment including use of computer keyboard; requires a sense of touch, finger dexterity, and gripping with hands and fingers; ability to speak and hear to exchange information; ability to operate a vehicle to travel to various locations; ability to operate and use specialized law enforcement tools and equipment including guns and handcuffs.

Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.

Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Revised April 2023

**NO RESUMES, PLEASE - ALL WORK HISTORY MUST BE IN THE EXPERIENCE SECTION OF THIS SYSTEM**

PUBLIC SAFETY RESERVE DISPATCHER, Part-Time

 Starting at $23.95 per hour

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

To operate a computer aided dispatch (CAD) and radio system, receiving calls and dispatching public safety equipment and personnel, and maintaining public safety records and reports.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Serves as a relief Public Safety Dispatcher. The Reserve Dispatcher performs the routine tasks and duties assigned to Public Safety Dispatchers working on-call and subject to various shifts and workday assignments including nights, weekends and holidays.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives immediate supervision from sworn or other supervisory personnel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

·         Receive emergency and non-emergency telephone calls from the public and other jurisdictions.

·         Dispatch police personnel and equipment in response to such calls; transfer fire and medical                communications to appropriate agencies.

·         Relay emergency and non-emergency information to public safety personnel in the field.

·         Relay information to other agencies as required; search and relay warrant information.

·         Monitor multiple radio frequencies; maintain status of public works units, as necessary.

·         Maintain accurate record of location and status of public safety units.

·         Monitor security cameras and monitors for the various city facilities.

·         Assist public safety personnel in data collection or transmission.

·         Perform clerical duties related to public safety operations such as data entry, filing, answering phones and assisting the public.

The duties listed above 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.

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 assigned duties.

Knowledge of:

Operations, services, and activities of a public safety telecommunications and dispatch center.

Operational characteristics of modern public safety telecommunications equipment including computer aided dispatch systems and multi-channel radio systems.

Law enforcement and emergency service procedures for responding to and handling reported incidents.

Techniques of questioning for both emergency and non-emergency calls.

Methods and techniques of receiving, prioritizing, and dispatching emergency and non-emergency calls for service.

Functions of the Public Safety Department and other City departments.

Geographic features and locations within the area served.

English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment.

Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.

Methods and techniques of telephone etiquette.

Methods and techniques of conflict resolution.

Principles and procedures of record keeping.

Ability to:

Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.

Effectively communicate and elicit information from upset and irate callers.

Speak clearly and concisely in an understandable voice via radio and telephone and in person.

Hear and distinguish radio voice traffic within normal levels and over background noise.

Make independent decisions that affect the safety of public safety personnel, citizens, and property such as those involved in determining the urgency of requests received and the appropriate action to take.

Dispatch police units quickly and effectively.

Think quickly, calmly, and clearly in emergency situations.

Perform multiple tasks simultaneously.

Operate a variety of telecommunications receiving and transmitting equipment including radio transmitting communication equipment, teletype equipment, and computer equipment.

Operate specialized public safety computer systems and applications.

Read and interpret maps and other navigational resources and give directions.

Type and enter data accurately at 35wpm (words per minute).

Work under pressure, exercise good judgment, and make sound decisions in emergency situations.

Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Interpret, apply, and explain applicable federal, state and local policies, procedures, laws, codes and regulations including police records retention and dissemination policies and procedures.

Maintain composure, alertness and concentration while working for extended periods of time.

Compile, maintain, process, and prepare a variety of records and reports.

Deal tactfully and courteously with the public reporting emergencies and seeking information or filing a report.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience Guidelines - Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education/Training:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by successful completion of the basic dispatcher course within a specified time period.

Experience:

Two years of increasingly responsible clerical experience that includes customer service in an environment with frequent interruptions.

EXAMINATION PROCESS 

Those applicants who meet the employment qualifications will be contacted via email regarding next steps in the recruitment process, a comprehensive multitasking test that assesses memory recall, map reading, spelling, sentence clarity, reading comprehension and data entry. Testing may be limited to the number of seats allowed in the testing center.  Those candidates who achieve a passing score on the multitasking test will be invited for a panel interview.  Successful candidates from the interview will be placed on an eligibility hiring list for hiring consideration.

SELECTION PROCESS 

Offers of employment will be subject to successful completion of a pre-employment background check, fingerprint clearance, physical examination, psychological evaluation, including a drug test.  An additional condition of employment includes employment verification and authorization to work in the United States, by completing the I-9 verification form designated by the USCIS.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Communications switchboard, including computer-aided systems, desktop and laptop computers including word processing software, copy machine, fax machine and two-way radio system.

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 this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods, talk and hear radio and telephone conversation without aid.  The employee is occasionally required to walk.  The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT - The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.  The office is a low-light environment.  The type and nature of calls can create periods of extended stress.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT     

If you are a qualified individual with a disability as defined by the ADA and you need reasonable accommodation to participate in any of the examinations administered by the City of Ceres, you must notify the Human Resources Department in writing by the final filing date or review date for the specific job. Official documentation of your functional limitations to support your request may be required.

THE CITY OF CERES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY

The City of Sausalito Invites Applications for the Position of

LANDSCAPE WORKER I

Plus an excellent benefits package

Deadline to Apply: Friday, July 11, 2025, at 11:59 PM

Do you love being outdoors and take pride in helping the natural beauty of a community shine? 

Under general supervision, the Landscape Worker I performs a variety of semi-skilled work in the maintenance and repair of City infrastructure, including parks, park facilities and buildings, landscaped areas, irrigation systems and controllers, trees, and medians; uses and operated a variety of manual and power tools and light to heavy power driven equipment; and performs related work as required.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will:

• Possess a Class B license
• Possess a Qualified Applicator certificate issued by the State of California
• Enjoy contributing to a positive team environment
• Demonstrate exceptional organization, communication, and interpersonal skills. 

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: 

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

• Performs maintenance and repair activities of City parks and related facilities to ensure safe and efficient access for the public, including parks, recreation facilities and buildings, landscaped areas, trees, and medians.

• Performs a variety of landscape construction and maintenance duties, including planting, irrigating, fertilizing, and maintaining flowers, shrubs, and trees; trimming and pruning trees in street landscaped areas; performing weed abatement using a chemical sprayer; irrigating, mowing, and fertilizing turf; removing fallen trees, stumps, fallen limbs, and related debris; raking leaves and clearing debris from walkways, fields, and other facilities; picking up trash and emptying receptacles.

• Performs a variety of duties in the maintenance and repair of irrigation systems; changes and adjust heads; maintains controllers; participates in performing irrigation system installation and maintenance projects.

• Maintains parks and landscaped areas in a clean and safe condition, including picking up trash and maintaining trash receptacles; cleaning and maintaining restrooms.

• Operates and maintains a variety of light, medium, and heavy equipment and hand and power tools related to the maintenance and repair of City parks and related facilities.

• Observes safe work methods and makes appropriate use of related safety equipment as required

• Maintains public facilities, shop and garage areas, storage sites, and other work areas in a clean and orderly condition, including securing equipment at the close of the workday.

• Maintains accurate logs, reports, and records of work performed and materials and equipment used.

• Receives and acts upon complaints, referrals, and concerns from the public; responds to and performs work in emergency situations as required.

• Performs other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS:  

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

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

Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade. 

Experience: One (1) year of experience in construction, maintenance, and/or repair of parks and/or related facilities is desirable. 

Licenses and Certifications: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Class B Driver’s License by time of appointment; possession and maintenance of Qualified Applicator certificate issued by the State of California.

Benefits Overview:

The City offers a healthy cafeteria benefits program including choices among plan options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long-term disability. 

Retirement:  The City is a part of the CalPERS retirement plan and does not contribute to Social Security. Classic employees – 2% @55 formula, highest 3-year average compensation PEPRA employees – hired after 1/1/13 or Classic employees who have experienced a 6- month break in service are eligible for a 2% @ 62 formula, highest 3-year average compensation

Sick Leave: 96 hours of sick leave per year. 

Vacation: Employees can earn 120 hours a year

Holidays: 11 authorized holidays per year, plus 18 hours of floating holiday time.

Education and Wellness Reimbursement: Employees may request reimbursement for $2,000 of approved education expenditures; $1,000 of that amount may be spent on selected wellness benefits and items.

Union Membership: This position is non-exempt and is part of the Service Employees’ International Union (SEIU 1021).

Special Instructions

SELECTION PROCESS: 

It is important to complete all required application materials. Applications will be reviewed in detail to identify the most qualified candidates to interview. It is desired that the successful candidate begin employment as soon as possible. 

Completion of the supplemental questions is a required part of the application and examination process.   “See Resume” will not be acceptable as an answer to supplemental questions.  

APPLICATION PROCESS: 

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, candidates should apply through CalOpps.org. Please go to the Member Agencies tab and select the City of Sausalito. Complete an online application and the required supplemental questionnaire. All materials must be included to be considered as a candidate. 

Deadline to Apply: Friday, July 11, 2025, at 11:59 PM

The City of Sausalito is not responsible for failure of internet forms or email in submitting your application. Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or selection process should advise Human Resources. 

ABOUT THE COMMUNITY: Sausalito is a beautiful, San Francisco Bay front city of 7,400 residents within 2.2 square miles that serves a visitor population that may be several times the size of the year-round population. The blend of historical buildings, wooded hillsides, sweeping Bay and San Francisco views nestled against the Golden Gate National Recreation Area combine to make Sausalito a community of unparalleled charm and natural beauty.

THE CITY OF SAUSALITO

IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

NEW BEGINNING WITH THE CITY OF SAUSALITO!

The City of Sausalito is now accepting applications for the position of:

CHIEF BUILDING OFFICIAL

$10,301 - $13,803 Monthly

$123,617 - $165,641 Annually DOQ

Plus an excellent benefits package

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Are you results-driven and ready to make a difference? Come join, empower, and grow with the City of Sausalito. The Chief Building Official serves as the principal administrative officer of the Building Division. The position directs, assigns, supervises, and plans the activities of the Building Division. The selected candidate will coordinate and direct the resolution of complex development issues and disputes and will serve as the principal enforcement officer of the building and housing codes of the City. In addition, the Chief Building Official will oversee boards and commissions and serve as a member of the City’s Executive Management Team.

The Chief Building Official performs work that is highly complex and often requires intense and exacting mental attention and the ability to reason through and solve complex problems that may affect the ability of the Building and Development Unit to achieve its critical goals and objectives. The incumbent will have extensive contact with public officials, employees, and the general public.

For more information please view the brochure below: 

TO VIEW JOB ANNOUNCEMENT, CLICK JOB PDF OR JOB ANNOUNCEMENT URL BELOW.

Continue your career in law enforcement with the Town of Los Gatos.

New Salary: $60.61-$73.68 per hour (Effective April 1, 2024)

July 2025: $63.65-$77.36 per hour 

July 2026: $66.19-$80.46 per hour

Plus excellent benefits. Placement within the range depends on experience.

The Los Gatos-Monte Sereno (LGMS) Police Department is dedicated to serving and protecting the community with professionalism, integrity, and compassion. We are accepting applications from lateral Police Officers who are equally committed to providing the highest quality of service to our community and thrive in a fast-paced work environment. 

Grow your career with us!  The Police Officer classification series offers career growth opportunities for both new professionals and those with more work experience. The Department has a culture of promoting from within and offers different opportunities to broaden and gain specialized experience.

The recruitment is open until filled. This recruitment may close at any time. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/losgatos? 

The Town of Los Gatos is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, medical, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by law. Qualified individuals with a disability will receive reasonable accommodation, as required by the California Family Rights Act (CFRA), and federal laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504, during any phase of the selection process, providing such request is made to Human Resources at least five working days in advance. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. Under federal law, all employees must provide documents that authorize the right to work in the United States.  

Continue your career in law enforcement with the Town of Los Gatos.

New Salary: $60.61-$73.68 per hour (Effective April 1, 2024)

July 2025: $63.65-$77.36 per hour 

July 2026: $66.19-$80.46 per hour

Plus excellent benefits. Placement within the range depends on experience.

The Los Gatos-Monte Sereno (LGMS) Police Department is dedicated to serving and protecting the community with professionalism, integrity, and compassion. We are accepting applications from Police Officers (Pre-Service) who are equally committed to providing the highest quality of service to our community and thrive in a fast-paced work environment. A Pre-Service Police Officer is a candidate who has completed the California Peace Officer Standards & Training (POST)  Basic Police Academy training program or is currently enrolled in a California Basic Police Academy (unaffiliated) within at least four weeks of completing instructions and in good standing with the Academy. See "Required Education, Experience and Training" for other requirements.  

Grow your career with us!  The Police Officer classification series offers career growth opportunities for both new professionals and those with more work experience. The Department has a culture of promoting from within and offers different opportunities to broaden and gain specialized experience.

The recruitment is open until filled. This recruitment may close at any time. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/losgatos? 

The Town of Los Gatos is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, medical, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by law. Qualified individuals with a disability will receive reasonable accommodation, as required by the California Family Rights Act (CFRA), and federal laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504, during any phase of the selection process, providing such request is made to Human Resources at least five working days in advance. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. Under federal law, all employees must provide documents that authorize the right to work in the United States.