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Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system. To apply for this position please visit City Information Security Officer (CISO) | Job Details tab | Career Pages.

 

Our diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7,000 employees play a key role in the success of San José, the heart of the Silicon Valley. All City of San José employees work together as one team to make San José a vibrant, innovative, and desirable place to live and work. Visit here to learn more about our One Team Leadership Values and Expectations, including quality and excellent customer service and here to learn more about San José.

 

About the Department

The City of San José innovates to provide exceptional civic services using advanced technologies to help our community thrive.
 
As one of the largest cities in the nation, the City manages a large set of services and assets. The City operates on a budget of $5 billion, with approximately 7,000 employees serving about 1 million residents and 80,000 businesses in the heart of Silicon Valley.
 
The Information Technology Department’s (ITD) mission is to enrich the quality of life in San José through innovation, collaboration, and engagement. ITD enables that mission through business and infrastructure systems, cybersecurity, data management and analysis, responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), productivity and collaboration tools, the San José 311 resident experience platform, data equity and privacy programs, and strategic planning. San José is powered by truly great people, a robust technology environment, and a strong sense of purpose.

The IT department is a leader in innovation, embracing cutting-edge technologies and pioneering solutions to enhance efficiency and quality of life in San José. As part of this effort, the City leads a national initiative for AI through the GovAI Coalition, which was established to give local governments a voice in shaping the future of AI, ensuring it is developed responsibly for the public good.
 
Promoting the City’s commitment to equity and inclusion, we believe that all members of the community, regardless of background, have access to the tools and resources needed to thrive in the digital age. San José is located in the heart of Silicon Valley, which boasts a rich history in technology, education, and agriculture. Over half of San José residents speak a language other than English at home, highlighting the importance of language accessibility in all City services. By fostering inclusivity, promoting digital literacy, and building accessible platforms, we are advancing technology while creating a more equitable future for everyone.
 
At the City of San José, we promote work-life integration and a focus on growth to bring out the best in our people. Come join us in making San José the most vibrant, equitable, sustainable, and innovative city in the nation! Visit the Information Technology Department’s website to learn about our culture, vision, leadership, and innovative initiatives.

Position Duties

NOTE – The first application review will be on Friday, November 1, 2024. Please submit your application by Friday, November 1, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. (PST), if you would like your application to be included in the first review. Candidates who pass the first application review round will be invited to interviews on the week of November 18, 2024.

For more information about the position and duties, please visit the recruitment brochure at this link: https://flipbooks.fleepit.com/f-69425-city_information_security_officer_recruitment_brochure. 
 
The City of San José Information Technology Department seeks an experienced City Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead cybersecurity Citywide initiatives.
 
The CISO will direct the Cybersecurity Office as the City’s principal executive leader for information and systems security. In partnership with the Chief Information Officer (CIO), they will manage risk identification, protection and compliance, threat detection, incident response (IR), and recovery services for all City departments to ensure business resilience.
 
The City’s CISO must be able to apply expertise in security strategy, cybersecurity frameworks, managing staff and vendor services, leading incident management, and optimizing resources to achieve desired security outcomes.
 
Key responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Lead and mentor the Cybersecurity team, offering expertise and support to foster growth and a collaborative environment. 
• Collaborate with business units and solution providers to provide optimal security measures and achieve a balance between sustaining business operations and achieving security compliance.
• Coordinate with stakeholders within the City and partners/vendors outside of the City to ensure information and systems meet the City’s standards for threat identification, protection, and risk detection.
• Develop, operationalize, and enhance the City’s cybersecurity strategic plan, programs, policies, and architecture, including vulnerability, risk, and threat management programs through remediation.
• Conduct training programs to educate City personnel on relevant security best practices, foster diligence, and ensure compliance.
• Provide expert security guidance to City departments and officials in service planning, procurements, contract negotiations, vendor management, and project management.
• Provide expert guidance on regulations and standards (FISMA, FedRAMP, CJIS, PCI-DSS, HIPAA, etc.) the City must meet in providing municipal services, as well as security frameworks (NIST, ISO, IEEE, etc.) to shape City operations.
• Oversee and lead incident management/response processes in coordination with City departments to respond and recover from incidents.
• Resolve security-related audits in partnership with City staff.
• Ensure comprehensive security strategies align with resilience plans and emergency management exercises.
• Oversee vendor relationships and manage the City’s procurement and utilization of cybersecurity products and services across departments.
• Lead the annual Cybersecurity Assessment of the City’s technology infrastructure.
• Provide strategic and operational leadership to address cybersecurity in the City’s emerging Internet-of-Things, smart communities, privacy, and equity through data initiatives. 
• Collaborate with the Digital Privacy Officer to address privacy challenges emerging from new technologies, including AI. 
• Implement governance policies to ensure responsible AI usage across the organization, aligning with ethical standards and risk management protocols. 
• Support the GovAI Coalition’s initiatives to promote responsible and safe use of AI in government. 

Please note that the City Information Security Officer (CISO) position is currently eligible for a hybrid telework schedule. The schedule for working remotely and onsite is subject to change.

ODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER 
Community Development Department - Building Division 
Code Enforcement Officer - $7,7842.58 – $11,035.29 Monthly 
 Plus Excellent Benefits!

Additional steps (Step F, Step G, and Step H) included in the salary range listed above are available to employees in this job classification after completion of five years of service (Step F), ten years of service (Step G), and 15 years of service (Step H), and one year at the prior step, and good performance evaluation.  Initial salary placement is typically at the entry point of the range unless the candidate has prior Code Enforcement Officer experience which may warrant initial placement at a higher step.
 

Opportunity to work a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off. This is a full-time, on-site position, designed for direct collaboration with the team and active participation in daily operations.

The City of Gilroy is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity, equity, and inclusion. Join our team!

ABOUT THE POSITION
The City of Gilroy is recruiting to fill the position of Code Enforcement Officer in the Community Development Department, Building Division.

In this exciting opportunity, the Code Enforcement Officer will work under the supervision of the Supervising Code Enforcement Officer and will serve as a frontline ambassador for city standards, working directly with residents, businesses, and property owners to ensure compliance with local codes and ordinances. If you believe in building better neighborhoods through fairness, respect, and community engagement and have a passion for public service, enjoy being out in the field and solving problems, and want to be part of a team that enhances the health, safety, and welfare of our community then this is an excellent opportunity for you. Come join our team and make meaningful impacts daily! 

The Code Enforcement Officer is distinguished from the Supervisor by performing work of moderate difficulty and more routine tasks and duties assigned to this position within this classification series. These tasks involve inspections and enforcement of applicable ordinances pertaining to residential and commercial properties, housing, building construction, and other related regulations.  

The Code Enforcement Officer will respond to citizen concerns and proactively identify violations such as property maintenance issues, and zoning infractions. You will educate the public on code requirements through clear and respectful communication and work collaboratively with other city departments and external agencies to resolve issues. Additionally, the Code Enforcement Officer will issue notices, citations, and follow up on compliance efforts in a fair and consistent manner. It is also imperative that the Code Enforcement Officer maintain accurate case files and documentation for possible legal proceedings. 

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
Our team thrives on teamwork and stands united to uphold city codes. We specialize in investigating complaints, meticulously documenting violations and conducting thorough research for a precise understanding. Our enforcement activities are  diverse, addressing complex issues involving multiple departments. Education is integral and we provide training, correct deficiencies, and offer guidance, developing a highly skilled team. Our goal in providing this valuable service is based on shared community expectations. We strive to promote voluntary compliance, with a focus on education to increase public awareness of the city’s regulatory expectations. Working together with property owners and business operators, positive and lasting results are achieved to benefit the Gilroy community.

 

FIRST YEAR PROJECTS/ASSIGNMENTS:

• Learn and understand the City of Gilroy code enforcement processes and help solve problems to foster community pride. 
• Engage in real-world code enforcement assignments by working on active cases and assisting in clearing the backlog to ensure safe and well-maintained neighborhoods.
• Participate in specialized training and obtain certifications to enhance your expertise and knowledge of code enforcement. 

$2500 Sign-on Bonus!

Tri-City is currently hiring to fill one vacancy for an Office Assistant within our Access to Care ("ATC") Team.  The Office Assistant positions are for experienced clerical staff who will provide a variety of clerical and administrative program support duties within a behavioral health clinical setting for the ATC Team, but will primarily assist with the ATCs registration process. This position will be responsible for a high volume of data entry and electronic health record entries. This position will report to a Clinical Supervisor.

This position will perform the following essential duties, including, but not limited to:

• Performs a variety of office support duties related to the assigned work unit; gathers information from a variety of sources, including data systems and clients for the completion and processing of forms, records, and other documents; contacts individuals, other departments, or agencies to obtain additional information.

 

• Directly interacts with potential clients seeking mental health services to review important enrollment documents (i.e., Consent Forms, Privacy Policy, etc.)

 

• Interacts daily with a multi-disciplinary team to support individuals with the registration paperwork process.

 

• Interacts with adults, children, families, caregivers, and other agencies to support the enrollment process.

 

• Conduct daily appointment reminders.

 

• Receives and screens visitors; provides general information to clients, visitors, vendors, and staff, in person and on the telephone; assists clients by referring them to sources of information, hands out standard forms and explains how to complete them; answers requests for information or refers to other Authority staff.

 

• Inputs, updates, tracks, and extracts information into appropriate databases, billing systems, and files; searches records and files for pertinent data.

 

• Maintains records, logs, files, and other forms of information, including various demographic reports.

 

• Proofreads and checks files including charts and other documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with departmental policies; makes copies, schedules appointments, and types correspondences and memos.

 

• Collects and maintains client financial information/fees and related documents and enters the information into billing systems; keeps all client financial information updated.

Please note that applications are not currently accepted through CalOpps or any other third-party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose's website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers.

 

About the Department
The Budget Office operates under the leadership of the Budget Director who reports to the City Manager.  Supported by a staff of 19, the Office is responsible for all functions associated with the development and monitoring of San José’s budget for over 135 funds (General Fund, Special Funds, and Capital Funds) in alignment with the goals of the City Council.  Budget staff are responsible for preparing and publishing all budget documents, forecasting revenues, and, on a regular basis, performing analysis of budget and/or service-level related issues, and supporting performance measures tracking and data-driven service delivery.  The Budget Office has a dynamic action-oriented culture that offers flexibility within a mutually supportive and cooperative environment, working with colleagues across departments to resolve complex fiscal issues.  Professional staff succeed in a team-centric atmosphere of high expectations where quality contributions and achievements are acknowledged and celebrated.

 

Position Duties

This recruitment is intended to fill one permanent Analyst I/II position.

The Budget Analyst position in the City Manager’s Office is responsible for operating and/or capital budgetary analysis assignments for a City Service Area (CSA) and several City departments, including assisting their assigned CSA/departments in the development of their operating/capital budgets; analysis of revenue and expenditure projections; coordination and presentation of budget information to the City Manager as appropriate; preparation of the City's annual Operating and/or Capital Budgets, Annual Report, Mid-Year Budget Review, and Fees and Charges Report; review of budget-related departmental requests; collaboration with departments to resolve budgetary issues; review of City Council memoranda for budget implications and appropriate budget language, if necessary; supporting performance measures tracking; conducting research on budget and policy-related matters; and special projects as assigned. During critical times of the year, this position will be expected to work overtime, both weeknights and weekends, for the preparation and release of several key budget documents. 

 

How to Apply

To view the full announcement for this exciting opportunity with the City of San Jose and to apply online, please visit the City of San Jose’s careers page by clicking on the URL link below.
 

$2500 Sign-on Bonus!

Tri-City is currently looking to fill one (1) vacancy for a full time Office Assistant-Bilingual (MHSSA). This position will be a part of a 3 year-federally funded MHSSA Grant Team set to end in 2026. The Office Assistant position is for experienced clerical staff who will provide a variety of clerical and administrative program support duties within a behavioral health clinical setting. 

This position will perform the following essential duties, including, but not limited to:

• Performs a variety of office support duties related to the assigned work unit; gathers information from a variety of sources, including data systems and clients for the completion and processing of forms, records, and other documents; contacts individuals, other departments, or agencies to obtain additional information.

• Receives and screens visitors; provides general information to clients, visitors, vendors, and staff, in person and on the telephone; assists clients by referring them to sources of information, hands out standard forms and explains how to complete them; answers requests for information or refers to other Authority staff.

• Inputs, updates, tracks, and extracts information into appropriate databases, billing systems and files; searches records and files for pertinent data.

• Maintains records, logs, files, and other forms of information, including various demographic reports, and room schedules specific to the assigned division or department.

• Proofreads and checks files including charts and other documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with departmental policies; makes copies, schedules appointments, and types correspondences and memos.

• Maintains records, logs, files, and other forms of information, including various demographic reports, and room schedules specific to the assigned division or department.

• Proofreads and checks files including charts and other documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with departmental policies; makes copies, schedules appointments, and types correspondences and memos.

• Collects and maintains client financial information/fees and related documents and enters the information into billing systems; keeps all client financial information updated.

Overview:

Are you an experienced emergency management professional ready to lead critical preparedness initiatives for one of California’s largest water agencies? Valley Water is seeking a dynamic and strategic Supervising Program Administrator (SPA) to lead our Office of Emergency Services (OES).

This position plays a key leadership role in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the OES unit and advancing Valley Water’s readiness, response, and recovery capabilities. Reporting to the Assistant Officer of Emergency, Safety & Security, the SPA will supervise two Senior Management Analysts and contracted staff while managing a wide range of emergency management programs and projects.

The SPA is responsible for developing, maintaining, and implementing essential planning documents—including the Emergency Operations Plan, Business Continuity Plan, and the Hazard Mitigation Plan—as well as overseeing the agency-wide Emergency Steering Committee. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, program management, and coordination skills, with a solid background in emergency planning, stakeholder engagement, and strategic implementation.

Our Commitment: 
We are committed to building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working environment for all. We believe every member of our team enriches our diversity, contributes to inclusion, and strengthens belonging by broadening our perspective and collective understanding of the world around us to accomplish our mission to equitably provide safe, clean water, natural flood protections, and environmental stewardship.

About Valley Water:
Valley Water is a public agency with an operating and capital budget of $964 million, and over 900 employees. With headquarters in San José, Valley Water provides water supply, enhances streams and watersheds through creek restoration and habitat protection, provides flood protection for homes, schools, businesses and roadways, and partners with other agencies to provide trails and open space for the community.

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Emergency Planning & Coordination:
  1. Lead development and maintenance of key planning documents including the Emergency Operations Plan (EOP), Hazard Mitigation Plan (in collaboration with Santa Clara County/FEMA), and Business Continuity Plans.
  2. Oversee and support emergency action planning, training, and exercise programs.
• Leadership & Supervision:
  1. Supervise OES team members, including two Senior Management Analysts and contracted staff.
  2. Develop and implement work plans, conduct performance reviews, and ensure accountability in alignment with Valley Water’s strategic goals.
• EOC Readiness & Operations:
  1. Serve in a key leadership role during emergency operations, including EOC Coordinator and Planning & Intelligence (P&I) Chief functions.
  2. Ensure ongoing preparedness and operational capability of the Emergency Operations Center.
• Strategic and External Engagement:
  1. Deploy the OES Strategic Plan and support continuous improvement of emergency management programs.
  2. Act as a liaison between Valley Water and internal/external emergency response partners, including local, state, and federal agencies.

Ideal Candidate's Background Includes:

Applicants whose experience and background best match the ideal experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education are considered ideal candidates for the position. To determine the top candidates, each applicant will be assessed based on the ideal candidate criteria as listed below.

Ideal Experience:

• Minimum of six (6) years of experience in emergency management or a closely related program area.
• At least one (1) year of experience planning, organizing, and directing complex programs or serving as a subject matter expert.

Ideal Skills and Abilities:

• Lead and supervise professional staff, manage team performance, and foster a collaborative work environment.
• Direct a comprehensive emergency management program with organization-wide impact.
• Analyze complex problems and recommend practical, effective solutions.
• Apply policy knowledge to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local emergency management standards.
• Develop, manage, and report on large and complex budgets.
• Communicate clearly and persuasively in both written and verbal formats.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal departments, external agencies, and community stakeholders.

Ideal Knowledge:

• Principles and best practices of emergency management, mitigation planning, business continuity, and emergency operations.
• Program development, evaluation, and strategic implementation techniques.
• Federal and state regulatory frameworks governing emergency preparedness and response.
• Valley Water operations and the role of emergency planning within a public utility context.
• Principles of effective organization, personnel supervision, and public administration.

Ideal Training and Education:

Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Emergency Management or a related field.

Required License or Certificate Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Individuals who do not meet the driver's license requirement due to a disability will be considered for a reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

To review the Classification Specification, please click here (Download PDF reader)

Office of Emergency Services Unit (Position Code 771) 
Valley Water Telework Program: Eligibility for telework will depend on the type of work performed, operational needs, and the ability for the employee to perform the essential functions of their job duties while teleworking. Employment with Valley Water requires employees to live within 150 miles of their primary physical work location located in San Jose, California by their start date.

This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule, typically working 40% remote and 60% onsite, after completion of the probationary period  (one year).

The City of San José is a place where we use civic technology to help our community thrive.

As the 10th largest city in the nation, the City manages a large set of services and assets. The City operates on a budget of $5 billion, with 7,000 employees serving 1+ million residents and 80,000 businesses in the heart of Silicon Valley.

Information Technology's (IT) mission: Put powerful tools and information in the hands of people to unleash their brilliance in service to our community. IT enables that mission through business and infrastructure systems, cybersecurity, data management and analysis, productivity and collaboration tools, the San Jose 311 resident experience platform, data equity and privacy programs, and strategic planning. San Jose is powered by truly great people, a robust technology environment, and a strong sense of purpose.

We promote work-life integration and a focus on growth to bring out the best in our people. Come join us in making San Jose the most vibrant, equitable, sustainable, and innovative city in America!

You can visit the Information Technology Department website to learn more about us.
NOTE - The first review of applications will be on Monday, August 5, 2024. Please submit your application by 11:59 p.m. (PST) on Friday, August 2, 2024, if you would like your application to be included in the first review. Candidates who pass the first application review round will be invited to interviews on the week of August 12, 2024.

The City of San José Information Technology Department (ITD) seeks a Cybersecurity Analyst (Enterprise Supervising Technology Analyst) to support new and existing initiatives in the Cybersecurity Office. The position will focus on Risk Mitigation as well as Identity & Access Management with exposure and support on all aspects of the Cybersecurity practice, including cross-support.

The ideal candidate will be part of one of the largest, most innovative communities in the nation. Led by the City Information Security Officer (CISO), the Cybersecurity Analyst will implement and manage information and system security programs across the City that keep municipal services secure and resilient. The Cybersecurity Analysts will support the CISO and the City by administering risk identification, protection and compliance, threat detection, incident response, and recovery services for all City departments to achieve business resilience.

The City of San José requires Cybersecurity Analysts to be highly skilled and adapt quickly to deal with emerging challenges. The candidate must be able to apply expertise in all aspects of security, interface with vendors, keep their skills current, manage security projects, and provide security services to City departments with strong outcomes.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Building and maintaining a robust Identity and Access Management program with the following characteristics:
  • Auditing and Reporting
  • Role-based Access Control
  • Single Sign-On
  • Federation
  • Identity Lifecycle (Workflow management)
  • Privileged Identity Management
  • Provisioning
  • Compliance
  • Policy Management
• Defining, planning, and executing security-related projects from beginning to end.
• Managing vendors to execute tasks on demand or as part of a project.
• Building and managing a strong vulnerability management program. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with vulnerability management tools and a strong technical understanding and experience assessing vulnerabilities and identifying weaknesses in multiple operating system platforms, databases, and application servers.
• Building and managing a strong IT asset management program. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in maintaining IT asset inventories, software, hardware, and logical inventory of systems.
• Identifying and mitigating threats utilizing existing technologies. Working with other teams to mitigate identified vulnerabilities from identification to closure. Tracking and reporting mitigation efforts. Be familiar with the Plan of Action and Milestones in tracking, remediating, socializing, and getting them to completion.
• Working with other teams preparing, detecting, eradicating, and restoring operations in the event of incidents.
• Managing Plan of Action and Milestones for existing vulnerabilities
• Working with relevant teams to ensure the restoration of systems and technologies in accordance with policy and based on business group needs.
• Interfacing with the Virtual Security Operations Center (V-SOC) and using deployed tools and services to ensure system and network monitoring is taking place in accordance with defined service levels, contracts, and established standards.
• This role requires flexibility and adaptability to meet the Security needs of the ITD. The individual must be able to support other areas of expertise within the security domain, such as but not limited to NIST Cybersecurity Framework implementation, Identity Access Management, Risk Management & Compliance, Risk Assessments, Training, Audit Support, and others.

Please note that the Cybersecurity Analyst (Enterprise Supervising Technology Analyst) position is currently eligible for a hybrid telework schedule. The schedule for working remotely and onsite is subject to change.

Salary Information: The final candidate's qualifications and experience shall determine the actual salary. In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Enterprise Supervising Technology Analyst (ESTA) classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay.

• Salary Range (including the 5% NPWI): $141,697.92 - $172,645.20

The ESTA classification is represented by the City Association of Management Personnel (CAMP) bargaining unit.

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.
• M

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.

About the Position:  The Planning Department is seeking TWO interns who are interested in learning about open space conservation and planning for ecologically sensitive recreation. Their responsibilities may include researching and compiling project information, supporting community and stakeholder engagement, assisting with environmental review and documentation, researching new programs and initiatives, conducting field surveys and data collection, and using computer-based systems such as GIS, Microsoft Excel and Adobe Illustrator for analysis of data and preparation of documents related to Midpen lands and facilities. The interns will work as a team and individually on assignments, including opportunities for field work to gain experience in data collection techniques and tools and on-the-job training in project management, planning research, analysis, and written communication.  For additional information about the position, see the Job Description on our website. The expected start date for the interns is on or after July 7, 2025. We have limited flexibility to change the start date.

About Midpen: Midpen helps plants, animals and people thrive throughout the greater Santa Cruz Mountains region by preserving a greenbelt of more than 70,000 acres of public open space with 250 miles of trails in 27 extraordinary preserves, permanently protected for natural resource conservation and ecologically sensitive public enjoyment and education. Midpen is a public agency with a focused mission that guides our work, and where every employee makes an impact. If you are looking for an outstanding opportunity to contribute to the legacy of open space protection, natural resource restoration, outdoor recreation and environmental education, learning from and working with an incredible team of like-minded colleagues, we invite you to apply for this position! For more information, please visit our Intern Program Brochure and check out the Working for Midpen video on our Employment Opportunities page.

 

Basic Requirements: Current enrollment in an associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree program, or trade school in a relevant field or a recent graduate (within the last 12 months). Successful candidates will have a background in the natural sciences, park/open space management, land use/environmental planning, GIS/geography, biology, ecology, or another related field and experience with field data collection techniques. This internship requires strong organizational and analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and with a team. Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel, ArcGIS software, GPS equipment, Microsoft Excel, and Apple iPads is desired, and familiarity with Midpen preserves/trails as well as local flora, fauna, and natural history are a plus.   Possession of or ability to obtain a valid California driver’s license is required. Must possess the ability to lift, carry, push and pull materials and objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Working Conditions:  This position will report to the Planning Department at the Administrative Office in Los Altos, California.  Midpen offers a hybrid office/telecommute work environment for this position, which will be divided between onsite work, field visits, and limited home office work.  The selected individuals will be required to work a minimum of three days on-site per week, and assignments may vary between field and office work. Field work is conducted in rural or mountainous Midpen open space areas, which may involve working alone or with another intern in wildland areas, traversing rough difficult terrain sometimes with poison oak and dense vegetation, and carrying equipment weighing up to 25 pounds. This is a temporary position working 20 – 40 hours per week (within regular business days/hours). Regular business is conducted Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00am to 5:00pm. Interns may work up to a total of 950 hours over a 6-to-9-month period. This is a non-benefited position.

Ready to apply?  Great!  We welcome your application online at CalOpps.org.

Application deadline is May 11, 2025. Applicants with the most relevant experience and qualifications suitable for the position will be contacted for an interview.

The following application items are required to be considered*:

1. Fully completed CalOpps employment application 

2. Cover letter 

3. Resume 

4. Supplemental question responses

 

*Incomplete CalOpps employment applications, or applications without the required application items listed here, will not be considered for the position.

Virtual Interviews are planned for Thursday, May 22, 2025.  Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate individual schedules.

At Midpen, we believe open space is for all. Our public lands are shared spaces provided for the community by the community. All people, regardless of background, deserve respect, dignity, safety, and a sense of belonging. Midpen welcomes all people to enjoy the public open space preserves we hold in trust, supporting the mental, physical, and social well-being of our region.

 

Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation

by contacting the Human Resources department at

(650) 691-1200 or via email at hr@openspace.org.

 Put your passion for Open Space to work!