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THE POSITION 

The City/County Association of Governments of San Mateo County (C/CAG), a Joint Powers Authority, is seeking qualified applicants for the position of C/CAG Program Director.

Under the direction of the Executive Director, the C/CAG Program Director plans, organizes, directs and coordinates activities and programs related to mobility and the Congestion Management System for the County.

This management position is expected to provide technical and administrative support to the City/ County Association of Governments (C/CAG) on transportation and related issues; coordinate projects with the cities within San Mateo County and the County, as well as, outside agencies. Manage budgets related to all assigned projects and programs; design and uses of standard work, policies and procedures; development and execution of C/CAG plans and objectives. Exercise leadership of diverse professional, technical, and clerical staff through subordinate management and/or supervisory personnel. Coordinate activities with all 21 local jurisdictions as well as other transportation agencies in the county, in the Bay Area region and the State.

IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will have five years' of managerial experience ideally in the transportation or related field, as well as, experience in city or regional planning; transportation policies and funding management; governmental procurement principles, contract negotiation, preparation and administration; and state legislative process. Additionally, the successful candidate will be:

• A collaborator who can work effectively and positively with a variety of stakeholders.
• Quick and clear thinking, calm under pressure and tactful in resolving issues.
• Approachable, politically astute with a management style that quickly fosters trust, loyalty, respect, commitment and partnership from the community, county managers, and Regional / State / Federal agencies.
• A strong financial manager that also has the knowledge and ability to identify, pursue, and secure potential funding sources for C/CAG programs.
• An experienced manager with sound understanding of the Metropolitan Transportation Commission, the Association of Bay Area Governments, the California Department of Transportation, Congestion Management Agencies, transportation programming, processes, and funding; local land use and housing planning.
• An effective speaker to diverse audiences, including the Board, professional, civic, legislative, and citizen groups.
• A relationship builder to effectively represent C/CAG to other departments, agencies, public bodies, Regional/ State/ Federal agencies and California Legislature.

C/CAG
The City/County Association of Governments of San Mateo County (C/CAG) is a Joint Powers Authority that deals with issues that affect the quality of life in general; transportation, air quality, stormwater runoff, Integrated Waste Management Review, airport and land use compatibility. The C/CAG Board is comprised of representatives from every city, the County and County transportation agencies in San Mateo County. C/CAG responsibilities include the following functions and Countywide plans:

• Allocation of State and Federal transportation funds to cities, the County, and other agencies.
• State Legislative Advocacy.
• Congestion Management Plan.
• Countywide Transportation Plan.
• Countywide Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan.
• Comprehensive Airport Land Use Compatibility Plans.
• San Mateo Congestion Relief Plan.
• Integrated Countywide Waste Management Plan Review.
• Clean Air (TFCA) Expenditure Program for San Mateo County.
• Stormwater Pollution Prevention Program.
• Environmental/Transportation (Motor Vehicle Fees) Program.
• San Mateo County Energy Watch.

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

• Provide technical support and recommendations to the C/CAG Board in the formulation and implementation of transportation policy, funding, programming, planning, and projects. 
• Act as staff liaison to C/CAG committees as assigned by the Executive Director.
• Provide technical support and analysis to the C/CAG Board on transportation related issues including housing and land use.
• Work on assignments that are highly complex and sensitive in nature, where substantial judgment and initiative is essential. 
• Procure, manage, direct, and monitor consultant services, including contract negotiation and invoice processing. 
• Monitor and ensure effective internal controls are in place for projects and programs to ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations. 
• Recruit, develop, supervise, and evaluate staff and ensure timely and quality of staff work product. 
• Apply for and administer grants and manage grant funded projects. 
• Represent CCAG in federal, state, regional, and local transportation or housing related task forces, work groups, and committees. 
• Work in collaboration with C/CAG member agencies and partner agencies to ensure customer satisfaction as well as represent C/CAG's best interests.
• Analyze transportation related policies and proposed legislation, recommend positions to be taken by C/CAG. Maintain liaison with officials in the legislative and other governmental offices to further C/CAG goals, objectives, and interests. 
• Coordinate among C/CAG member agencies, the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC), Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG), the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) and the California Transportation Commission (CTC) regarding transportation projects, programming, and allocation of funds.
• Assist or represent the C/CAG Executive Director on the Executive Council for the San Mateo County Express Lanes Joint Powers Authority (SMCEL JPA). 
• Assist the Executive Director in strategic planning and organization management.  Participate as a member of the senior management team in the development and implementation of organization-wide policies and programs that will contribute to its overall success.
• Oversee and participate in selecting, training, motivating and evaluating personnel and contractors; recommend and implement personnel actions, such as promotions, transfers, discharges and disciplinary measures.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• Administer and manage C/CAG funding programs such as Measure M funds, OneBayArea Grant (OBAG), Transportation Development Act (TDA) Article 3, Transportation Fund for Clean Air (TFCA), Lifeline Transportation program, State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP), as well as other federal, state, and regional funded programs such as those authorized by SB1 and RM3 as they relate to C/CAG. 
• Maintain and track program and project budgets; review accounting/financial reports from C/CAG Fiscal Agent and reconcile differences. Act as a direct liaison for financial audits on responsible programs/projects.
• Develop and recommend strategies and priorities on transportation, movement of people and goods, traffic congestion relief, and associated strategies as they relate to housing and land use.
• Responsible for the development and implementation of plans and programs such as PDA Investment and Growth Strategy, Countywide Transportation Plan, Congestion Management Program, Countywide Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan, and transportation maps. Coordinate between the region and San Mateo County on the development and implementation of Plan Bay Area and associated activities.
• Coordinate with Bay Area County Transportation Agencies (BACTA), regional and state agencies on the development and implementation of policies, programming, and project delivery.
• Assist member agencies on the programming and delivery of federal and state funded projects.
• Create goals and strategies that support C/CAG's vision and management philosophy.
• Plan, direct, manage and support C/CAG sponsored and C/CAG supported projects to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of projects by working with involved agencies and consultants. 
• Coordinate with federal, state, regional and local agencies to ensure compliance with pertinent administrative requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS 
Education and Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is: five years of increasingly responsible managerial experience preferably in the transportation field.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of public administration and program management, including planning, implementation and evaluation.
• Principles and practices of governmental procurement principles, contract negotiation, preparation and administration.
• Pertinent local, state and federal laws, rules, regulations and enforcement procedures.
• Practices and procedures as applied to the analysis and evaluation of programs, policies and operational needs.
• Local and state legislative processes and the key players within those processes.
• Basic principles and practices of the County's operations and its administration and organization.
• Principles and practices of transportation planning or urban planning.

Skill/Ability to:

• Research, analyze, and make recommendations on administrative and management practices and procedures.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing; prepare comprehensive administrative, fiscal and technical reports and correspondence.
• Represent C/CAG to other departments, agencies, and before public bodies.
• Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with others contacted in course of performing assigned responsibilities.
• Integrate a variety of activities and services to achieve program goals, objectives, and priorities.
• Apply principles and techniques of community organization.
• Speak effectively to diverse audiences, including professional, civic, legislative, and citizen groups.
• Maintain cooperative working relationships with other agencies and staff.
• Prepare complex and detailed written reports, program policies, procedures and contracts.
• Interpret policies, guidelines and procedures.

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION 

Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.

Application materials will be reviewed and applicants whose education and experience appear to best meet the needs of the position will be contacted by C/CAG for an interview with the hiring executive. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight (unless otherwise stated) on the final filing date.

Final Filing Date: Monday, November 25, 2019, at 11:59 PM
Departmental Interviews (tentative): Week of December 9, 2019

At the County of San Mateo, we take pride in the way our employees bring together their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to serve our community's needs. The County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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The City of East Palo Alto is experiencing the most of development in the City’s history. Currently, the City is processing development applications for nearly three (3) million square feet of non-residential and an estimated 1,000 residential units. If you are a dynamic leader seeking to manage a great team responsible for processing high-profile projects, this may be the opportunity for you;

This classification is FLSA exempt and reports directly to the Community and Economic Development Director; provides direction, training and direct supervision of subordinate professional, technical and administrative support staff 

This is full-time, At-Will Management position that performs a variety of managerial, supervisory, technical, and professional duties related to current and advance planning and special projects; provides supervision and oversight of daily planning operations; trains and evaluates personnel in Planning Division; performs related duties as required.

Public Works Director

City of Belmont, CA

Salary is competitive and negotiable DOQ with an excellent benefits package

Reporting directly to the City Manager, the Public Works Director is a department head, senior management classification leading a department with a budget of approximately $51 M . This dynamic position oversees 33 FTE's personnel within the Engineering, Streets, Sewer, and Fleet Management areas. The ideal candidate will be an innovative leader with considerable senior management experience in public works and engineering.

See below for position brochure.  Please visit the City’s website at www.belmont.gov  to learn more about the organization.

Filing Deadline:  November 22, 2019

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of Eligibility Technician in the Health and Human Services Department. Currently, there are multiple vacancies. The incumbent will determine eligibility of applicants and recipients for public assistance programs and/or assist with acquiring services and benefits through interactive interviewing and fact gathering; maintain current know ledge of multiple program regulations and procedures necessary for multi-program caseload determination; authorize payments following program procedures and guidelines; initiate and process case work through an automated system; identify needs and provide information or referral for health, social and/or employment services; act as an advocate for clients and their dependents by assisting in the preparation of forms and documents, obtaining and presenting evidence for claims or benefits and by representing clients before other agencies by following-up on claims or applying for benefits that may have been denied; provide quality customer service, and perform related work as assigned. This position reports directly to an Eligibility Supervisor and may receive lead direction from a Senior Eligibility Technician.

About the Health and Human Services Department: The  Department provides a wide array of services through a diverse system of holistic programs. It is responsible for planning, managing, coordinating, and delivering a continuum of services in a manner that is responsive to the needs of the community. The department is committed to promoting a safe, healthy and self-sufficient environment and investing in the community to improve the overall well-being of our residents. Divisions include: Adult Services; Child Welfare Services; Public Assistance; Employment Services; Housing and Integrated Services; Public Health; Veterans Services; and Finance and Administration.

About Yuba County:

Yuba County is situated in the Northern Sacramento Valley, approximately 40 miles north of the State Capitol in Sacramento and two hours away from San Francisco and Lake Tahoe. The boundaries stretch from the farms and orchards of the valley to the timberlands of the Sierras. Yuba County offers its residents the many advantages of a rural lifestyle away from the pressures of the urban areas. The County’s rivers, lakes and outdoor recreation areas provide excellent hunting, fishing, boating and skiing opportunities. Our County vision is to create a “golden” future for Yuba County by inspiring a community of participation, embracing our unique history, and discovering the wealth of our untapped potential.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

All applications will be reviewed to select those applicants whose qualifications appear to most closely match the requirements of the position.  A limited number of qualified applicants may be invited to participate in the subsequent phase(s) of the the recruitment process which may include one or more of the following;  written examination, assessment exercise(s), oral interviews, medical examination, urinalysis, and complete background checks.  Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee selection or advancement in the recruitment process.

THE POSITION

The ideal candidate will be a team-oriented problem-solver with a focus on public service. Recruits enter a training program to develop skills necessary to demonstrate abilities to respond to emergency fire and medical alarms, to protect life and property, to participate in fire suppression training and emergency medical training, to assist with station, apparatus and equipment maintenance, and to do related work as required.

Upon satisfactory completion of probationary period, a Recruit is promoted to the rank of Firefighter, with all benefits entitled.

ESSENTIAL JOB 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.

• Under supervision, performs general firefighter duties including, but not limited to:  response to alarms; fire suppression; lifesaving and rescue; vehicle extrications; salvage operations; hazardous materials; emergency medical care; mutual aid assistance; maintenance / inspection / testing of fire fighting equipment; maintenance of  fire station and grounds; participates in required training programs; fire prevention and public education programs; waterway and rescue boat operations; participation in support of the Fire Departments’ various programs provided to residents of Suisun City.

The City of Rocklin is looking for a Permit Center Coordinator for the Community Development Department. Under general direction, the incumbent will be responsible for planning, organizing, and coordinating the day-to-day operations of the Permit Center within the Community Development Department; including, supervising the work and activities of Permit Center staff engaged in providing information and direction to the public on planning, engineering, and building issues, processes, and requirements; providing technical expertise in building, zoning and plan review administration; reviewing permit applications, plans, and supporting documents for proper form, completeness, sufficiency of information, conformance with legal standards, and compliance with City requirements; receiving, recording, and completing general permit processing procedures including distribution of building plans for plan checking; performing plan checks for Planning Commission and City Council conditions; issuing permits as authorized; providing expertise in software applications and processes and ensuring existing applications meet department needs and are fully implemented to maximize benefit; coordinating technology implementation and upgrades as the department’s lead for technology implementation and upgrades; and other duties as assigned.

THE POSITION

The City is currently seeking a highly energetic, motivated individual for our Chief Building Official. Under direction of the Economic and Community Development Director, the Chief Building Official position is a management position that administers plan check duties, provides building inspections, and functions as Neighborhood Preservation Manager and trains and supervises assigned staff performing those functions; provides expert professional and technical assistance to departmental staff in assigned areas of responsibility; performs related work as required.

THE DIVISION

The Economic and Community Development department is responsible for helping the city grow by balancing jobs and housing by developing long-term strategic plans to attract high-paying jobs for residents as well as maintain housing affordability and keeping Union City a great place to live and work.

THE COMMUNITY AND MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT

The City of Union City, a general law city, is the gateway to the Silicon Valley and a past recipient of the All-America City award. Union City is located in the San Francisco Bay Area. We are proud of our culturally diverse population of 72,155. We have safe and award winning schools and are close to shopping and transportation. Our community is near parklands such as Coyote Hills and the Alameda Regional Trails. In our residential community you will enjoy over 33 parks, mild climate year round, and a City-owned and operated Sports Center.

THE POSITION

The City of Dublin is currently seeking citizens who are willing to serve as volunteers and are ready to respond whenever disaster strikes. During a catastrophic event there are enormous unmet human resource needs; having a pre-screened and well-managed reserve of volunteers is an extremely valuable community asset.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Volunteers are expected to be on-call when large incidents and disasters occur. These major events include, but are not limited to, earthquakes, severe storms, tornadoes, flash floods, landslides; floods, fires, and unusual incidents than can arise out of terrorism, urban unrest or mass actions.

Whenever such large incidents occur, volunteers are called upon to assist professional responders such as police officers, firefighters, building inspectors, care & shelter support and general emergency operations support with any tasks associated with disaster response and recover. Possible tasks include, but are not limited to:

• Care & Shelter – Assist in accruing and providing food, clothing, bedding, shelter, and rehabilitation aid; register evacuees to promote reuniting families and to support the needs of special populations; compile authoritative lists of deceased and missing persons; and other phases of emergency human services, such as maintaining morale and administering to the mental health, religious or spiritual needs of persons suffering from the effects of the disaster.
• Logistics – Under the direction of the Chief of Logistics and/or designee, assist in procurement, warehousing, and release of supplies, equipment materials, or other resources. Assist in mobilization and utilization of public and private transportation resources required for the movement of persons, materials, and equipment.
• Animal Care – Assist in the establishment and maintenance of a temporary shelter to house animals, register animals to promote reuniting pets with owners, manage intake of donated materials, providing food and water to animals, cleaning living areas, taking animals out for walks, brushing and grooming animal coats, and transporting animals.
• Child Care – Assist in the establishment and provision of a temporary child care facility; provide youth ages infant to teen with support and engaging activities; prepare meals and snacks; keep the facility areas clean and organized; assist with crafts, games or free-play; act as a positive role model; provide positive reinforcement and promote healthy, non-violent behaviors; communicate with other full-time staff and volunteers regarding on-going facility, program, and client needs.
• Search and Rescue – Under the direction of the appropriate authority, perform search and rescue operations in one or more of several areas including: search and rescue; urban search and rescue; or confined space rescue.
• Safety Assessment Inspector – Survey, evaluate and assess damaged facilities for continued occupancy or use; assist in emergency restoration of facilities for utilities, transportation, and other vital community services; and provide recommendations regarding shoring or stabilization of damaged or unsafe building or structures.
• Emergency Volunteer Center – Establish and manage volunteer reception station; distribute forms to potential volunteers; direct people with non-volunteer related inquiries to appropriate source; post urgent volunteer resource needs; establish and manager volunteer intake and referral station; conduct brief interview with prospective volunteers; register volunteers as Disaster Service Workers; ensure completion of required paperwork and administration of Loyalty Oath.
• Any clerical/administrative support wherever needed.