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The Community

Located nearly halfway between the metropolitan powerhouses of San Francisco and the state’s capital, Sacramento, Suisun City is hidden gem of the Bay Area. Suisun City is accessible from Interstate 80 via Highway 12 and Amtrak’s Capitol Corridor commuter rail service right to the heart of the City’s historic Waterfront District, making it a prime location for job seekers as well as homeowners. The community is a unique destination for a Bay Area day trip, an overnight getaway or even a place to work, particularly with its reverse commute for inner Bay Area residents. The Waterfront Promenade offers beautiful views and serves as an ideal setting for the myriad of outdoor activities, dining choices and lunch hour strolls.

The Department

The Housing Authority, which operates as a division of the Development Services Department, is responsible for the local implementation of the Federal Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program and other local housing-related programs.

The Position

The Administrative Assistant is an entry-level position within the division tasked with providing key support to full-time staff through the following types of assignments:

• Provides a wide variety of responsible administrative and office support duties.
• Sends correspondence to eligible applicants; schedules interview with applicants.
• Responds to inquiries from general public, and current and potential clients.
• Collaborate and exchange information with other public agencies and housing authorities.
• Schedule and assist with initial inspections of Section 8 residences to verify eligibility, and inspections of existing clients to verify continuing compliance.
• Maintains a variety of data specific to the City’s affordable housing program, including waiting lists, participant income, allowances, and family compositions.
• Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies, City management and staff, and the public.
• Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time to successfully perform the assigned duties.

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. Specialized general office and clerical training is highly desirable.

Experience:

  One year of customer service experience involving a high level of public contact.

License or Certificate:

• Possession of an appropriate driver’s license.
• A current typing certificate, within the last 12 months, demonstrating a minimum net proficiency of 30 wpm, must be submitted along with the application. Failure to comply will result in disqualification. Certificates must be provided by a recognized source, i.e. employment service, business school, etc. Employees of Suisun City who are currently working in a position that requires a minimum net typing speed of 40 wpm are exempt from obtaining a typing certificate.

Background check and drug screenings are required prior to formal job offer.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

The conditions outlined in the class specification for Administrative Assistant 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.

The City of East Palo Alto seeks a Deputy City Attorney to provide legal advice/services on a wide range of general municipal law matters, with an emphasis on land use, housing, and contracts.  Our ideal candidate will be a self-starter, comfortable in a multi-cultural and multi-lingual setting, and have relevant experience in the public sector.

The Position

The Deputy City Attorney position is a full-time position appointed by the City Attorney; it is an exempt, at-will classification.  The Deputy City Attorney is expected to provide legal advice/services on a wide range of general municipal law topics, depending on the successful candidate’s experience.  Specific responsibilities for this position will include:

· Providing written and oral advice on a daily basis to City Departments, with an emphasis on land use (CEQA, General Plan and zoning law), rent control, and public contracting and insurance matters.

· Performing legal research on a variety of general municipal law subjects including the Brown Act, conflicts of interest, and the Public Records Act, as well as providing written and oral opinions to the City staff, and various commissions.

· Drafting and reviewing ordinances, resolutions, contracts, leases, staff reports, and other documents for legal soundness and acceptability.

· Drafting, and appearing in court on behalf of the City in writ actions, Pitchess motions, and code enforcement prosecutions, as needed.

· Representing the City Attorney at various boards and commission meetings, as assigned.

The recruitment is for one position, but the City is accepting applications for either the classification of Deputy City Attorney I or Deputy City Attorney II.  Distinction between levels within this series is based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to:  experience, the overall scope of the incumbent’s job duties and responsibilities, complexity of assignments, initiative, ability to exercise independent judgment, level of expertise in assigned areas of law, and ability to effectively communicate with City officials and staff, colleagues, and outside parties.

Date Posted:            July 01, 2019

Classification:          HEALTH CARE SPECIALIST
                                   Open recruitment

Work Schedule:       40 hour work week (Monday – Friday);
                                     9 month work year (September – May)
 

Salary Range:            Step A            Step B            Step C            Step D            Step E
(hourly)                    starting            6 mos           18 mos           30 mos          42 mos
                                   $22.58           $23.70            $24.90           $26.14            $27.45

Benefits:  Total Compensation Package:  Placement on salary schedule.  If a medical plan is selected, the employee will receive a contribution of $1,025.00/month toward the selected medical plan (through CalPERS), Delta Dental, and Life Insurance.  The employee pays the balance of their health premiums from their gross earnings on a pre-tax basis.  If a medical plan is not selected, employees will receive a contribution of $275.00/month toward single coverage for Delta Dental, and Life Insurance.  A vision plan (VSP) is also available.  Employees pay the worker contribution to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

Option to obtain on-site housing through YMCA San Francisco is available.

Current Vacancy:     Instructional Services Division; Outdoor Education Program;
                                   11000 Pescadero Road- Camp Jones Gulch; La Honda, CA

Application Deadline:          Friday, July 26, 2019     (application and supplemental application must be received online, or in the Personnel Office by 5:00PM)

Job Summary:  Under the direction of the Manager, Outdoor Education, perform a variety of health care activities involved in administering first aid, dispensing medications and providing medical treatment and emergency care services to students enrolled in the Outdoor Education program.

Essential Job Functions:              

• Perform a variety of health care activities involved in administering first aid, dispensing medications, and providing medical treatment & emergency care to students enrolled in the Outdoor Education program
• Screen and evaluate medical conditions of students; examine students and identify illnesses, injuries and medical emergencies; provide treatment and administer first aid and emergency medical care as necessary; coordinate response to emergency situations
• Dispense medications to students according to physician instructions; maintain medication logs and records; review student medical forms to verify completeness and identify student health care needs; implement services to assure health care needs are being met
• Counsel students concerning health care, personal and other issues; assist students by answering questions, providing proper examples, emotional support, friendly attitude and general guidance
• Monitor students with specialized health conditions and dietary needs; assure students receive adequate medical services to assure optimal health; advise students, parents and staff concerning special medical and dietary needs among students
• Prepare and maintain various records, reports and files related to students, treatment, accidents and assigned activities
• Utilize a variety of medical instruments & equipment such as oxygen breathing apparatus and nebulizer
• Communicate with personnel, parents and outside agencies to exchange information and resolve issues or concerns
• Monitor and maintain adequate inventory levels of first aid and emergency medical supplies; order, receive and assure proper storage of supplies
• Maintain the health office and other work areas in a clean, orderly, sanitary and safe condition
• Assist staff with resolving student discipline issues as directed
• Perform related duties as assigned

Qualifications:  Any combination of education and experience providing the job knowledge, skills, and ability for successful job performance will be considered for positions in this classification.  Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

EDUCATION:      Associate’s degree with course work in Health Science, Nursing, or a related field

EXPERIENCE:      One (1) year of experience providing nursing or emergency medical services

LICENSE(S):     > Valid California certification as an Emergency Medical Technician or
                             Licensed Vocational Nurse
                         >  Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate issued by an authorized agency
                         >  Valid California Driver’s License

Specialized Skills and Knowledge: 

• Knowledge of diagnostic methods for illnesses, injuries and medical emergencies
• Ability to screen and evaluate medical conditions of students
• Ability to examine students and identify illnesses, injuries and medical emergencies
• Knowledge of medical procedures associated with special health care needs
• Ability to dispense medications to students according to physician instructions
• Knowledge of first aid and CPR procedures
• Ability to provide treatment and administer first aid and emergency medical care as necessary
• Knowledge of general health care practices and procedures
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations
• Ability to observe health and safety regulations
• Knowledge of health office practices, terminology, procedures and equipment
• Knowledge of clean and sterile treatment techniques
• Ability to counsel students concerning health care, personal and other issues as directed
• Knowledge of oral and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Knowledge of interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
• Knowledge of record-keeping and filing techniques
• Ability to maintain records and files
• Knowledge of operation of a computer and assigned software
• Ability to learn policies and objectives of assigned programs and activities
• Ability to work independently with little direction
• Ability to meet schedules and time lines

Physical Requirements:  Applicants must possess the physical abilities outlined below with or without accommodation.  San Mateo County Office of Education will consider reasonable accommodation requests.

• Seeing to read a variety of materials and screen student health conditions
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to administer medical assistance
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone
• Mobility to walk extensively during outdoor education instructional activities, and on trails covering irregular terrain; bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to assist students
• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time

Examination Process:  The examination process for this classification will consist of:

1.  A scored rating by a screening panel of application materials, including supplemental questionnaire, for education, training, experience, completeness, and accuracy
2.  An oral board examination (anticipated date- August 6, 2019)

Only the highest qualified candidates will be invited to attend the examinations.

Personnel Commission

101 Twin Dolphin Drive

Redwood City, CA  94065

650-802-5300

classifiedjobs@smcoe.org

http://www.smcoe.org/employees-and-employment/personnel-commission

Proof of citizenship or legal status will be required upon offer of employment.

San Mateo County Office of Education provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons.  The recruitment, testing, and hiring of all personnel will be without regard to race, ancestry, national origin, age, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marriage status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, or veteran status.

Salary Range:  $76,856 - $93,412.80 annually DOQ

North Coast County Water District is seeking a Water Quality Laboratory Technician Full Time

The Water Quality Technician collects and analyzes water samples from the District’s distribution system for regulatory and operational process control purposes. This position supports water production by obtaining required water quality data and work to identify and rectify any water quality issues. Incumbents are responsible for investigating, diagnosing and tracking concerns relating to water quality and represent the District in a professional manner to ensure customer trust and satisfaction

About You

The individual selected to fill this important position will collect water samples from various locations throughout the District, perform a wide variety of field tests and lab analysis of water samples, and assure the quality of District drinking water and compliance with quality standards. This position will also maintain chain of custody of samples; prepare various reports and documents with regard to testing results and laboratory activities. The ideal candidate will be experienced with a wide variety of sampling and testing procedures. Also important is attention to detail, proficiency with personal computers and related software applications, and a customer service focus.

Please complete job application, attach resume and any certifications, and send to: NCCWD, Attn: Human Resources Dept., PO Box 1039, Pacifica, CA 94044. Applicants may also email attachments to: jobs@nccwd.com
 

Please click the links below for complete details regarding this opportunity.

The City of Livermore is currently accepting applications for the position of Assistant City Engineer.  To apply for this exciting opportunity, please visit the City of Livermore's employment website at www.cityoflivermore.net/jobs.  Recruitment is open until a number of sufficient qualified applications have been received.  Apply immediately as recruitment may close at any time.

The Engineering Division & The Position

The Engineering Division is one of four divisions in the Community Development Department, which also includes the divisions of Building, Housing & Human Services, and Planning. The Engineering Division employs 28.5 staff consisting of licensed civil engineers, engineering technicians and specialists, construction inspectors, and administrative personnel.

The Engineering Division facilitates land development; plans, designs, and constructs public infrastructure; oversees safe us of public rights of way; ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, including flood control, clean water, public contract codes, engineering practices and standards, and environmental regulations; proactively coordinates efforts with regional agencies to program and fund major inter-jurisdictional infrastructure (such as flood control and transportation facilities); and oversees local traffic operations.

There are two Assistant City Engineer positions with responsibility for specific sections in the division, such as transportation/traffic, construction administration and inspection, capital improvement program development and project design, and current development engineering. The City Engineer may rotate the two Assistant positions, as needed. The Assistant City Engineer assists in the formulation of policy, development of goals and objectives, supervises assigned staff, administers the section’s operating budget, and develops and implements the capital improvement budget. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Capital Improvement Program management;
• Design Team oversight, including consultant contracting, property acquisition, environmental permitting, and hands-on design;
• Utility Master Planning and Technical Studies for storm, sewer, wastewater treatment, and water; and
• Construction Management Program oversight.

PLAN CHECK ENGINEER

Salary Range: $7,381 to $10,113

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, plans, coordinates, reviews, supervises, and participates in the review of construction plans and structural calculations. The Plan Check Engineer is a Registered Professional Engineer, who performs the most difficult and complex structural and fire and life-safety plan reviews and has the responsibility for planning, coordinating and supervising the plan checking operations of the Building Division. Performs complex review and examination of building construction, improvement, and repair plans and specifications for compliance with all applicable building codes, laws, rules and regulations.  As assigned, provides operational oversight of the building permits issuance process and activities, and coordination of plan checking with other Permit Center departments/divisions. Performs on-site building inspections in conjunction with plans examining work and maintains plans examining records and performs related and other work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Supervision received is characterized by general supervisory direction; receives general outline of work in terms of objectives rather than methods and selects from or adapts existing procedures; assignments require the regular use of discretion, resourcefulness, and independent judgment to provide primarily standard solutions to a wide range of building construction review problems; work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives. Has latitude for selection of procedures and techniques to be applied. Supervision given includes exercising supervisory authority over the Permit Center staff and inspection staff, as assigned. Work involves providing project direction, training of staff, and conducting performance reviews of assigned staff.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is conducted primarily in an office setting and at field construction sites as required. Some field assignments involve exposure to variable weather.

EQUIPMENT, METHODS AND GUIDELINES

Typically uses state, federal and local building codes, laws, rules and ordinances applicable to building construction, such as the California Building Code, California Mechanical Code, California Plumbing Code, California Electric Code, California Energy Code, and California Green Building Code; Town policies and procedures; standards, practices, equipment and materials associated with the checking and examination of plans. Uses telephone, building engineering and design reference manuals, calculator and computer terminal.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work emphasizes speech, hearing, vision, and dexterity; and to perform the duties required on construction sites: stoop, climb, crawl, balance, maneuver, walk and stand for long periods of time. Must possess the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Plans, coordinates, reviews, supervises, and participates in the review of construction plans and structural calculations for residential, commercial and industrial building construction, alterations, and repairs.
• Responsible for performing the most difficult and complex plan checks, including all that require a Registered Professional Engineer.
• Investigate reports of structural problems on other assignments and makes recommendations to the Chief Building and Safety Official.
• Reviews plans and administers systems and procedures to ensure that plans, structural calculations, energy calculations and specifications comply with all state, federal, and local building laws, rules, ordinances and regulations.
• As assigned, provides operational oversight of the building permits issuance process and activities, and coordination of plan checking with other Permit Center departments/divisions.
• As assigned, supervise, train and evaluate staff including, but not limited to, assigning/monitoring workload and evaluation of quality and quantity of work performed.
• Assists the Chief Building and Safety Official with developing policies and standard operating procedures for Permit Center Activities.
• Confers with architects, engineers, builders and homeowners to give and obtain information and interpret building codes and regulations; recommends necessary changes to obtain compliance with applicable codes and regulations.
• Attends and participates in development plan review meetings to provide code related comments and guidance for future, current and past projects.
• When required, make difficult on-site construction inspections to confirm that construction complies with approved plans and specifications.
• Checks the stability of soils and footing systems in accordance with geological and soils reports.
• Prepares correspondence to architects, engineers, contractors, property owners and others in conjunction with the correction of plans and engineering details, permit requirements, notices and other matters relating to the acceptance and approval of construction plans and permitting process.
• Administers plan review contracts and coordinates the work of outside plan review consultants.
• Manages, assigns and reviews quality of plan checks being completed by contract engineers and architects and Permit Center staff.
• Advises inspectors on structural and other building related problems arising in the field during construction.
• Investigates and completes recommendations for alternate materials and methods of design and construction as required.
• Prepares and leads training sessions and seminars for Permit Center staff and inspection staff as required.
• Prepares reports and statistical data relating to plans examining functions and permit issuance activities.
• Performs building inspections as required
• Acts on behalf of the Chief Building and Safety Official as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• State and local codes, laws, rules, ordinances and regulations that pertain to building design, theories and principles of structural design, engineering, soils engineering, mathematics and construction.
• Standards, practices, terms, procedures, techniques, equipment, tools and materials associated with building design and construction.
• General principles and practices of budgeting
• General principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.

Ability to:

• Interpret and fairly apply complex building laws and regulations

• Apply Town and Department policies, procedures, rules, regulations and practices pertaining to the work and the Building Division
• Perform detailed analysis and examination of building and construction designs, specifications and plans; apply engineering and architectural principles and techniques to solve complex construction problems
• Analyze structural integrity and load factors using engineering design mechanics
• Analyze and evaluate complex building plans, data and reports to determine compliance
• Make accurate engineering calculations
• Evaluate alternate materials and methods of design and construction
• Organize work and set priorities in order to meet work deadlines
• Prepare clear, concise and accurate reports, correspondence and other written materials.
• Operate a computer and use word processing, spreadsheet, and permit processing software
• Plan, organize, and assign and evaluate the work of assigned staff
• Use written and oral communication skills to communicate and work tactfully and effectively with both professionals and non-professionals while reflecting the highest standards of customer service
• Read and interpret data, information and documents
• Analyze and solve complex problems; use math and mathematical reasoning
• Perform highly detailed work under changing and strict deadlines, on multiple concurrent tasks
• Work well under pressure and with frequent interruptions
• Interact effectively with staff, management, property owners, builders, engineers, architects, developers, and manufactures
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
 

Any combination equivalent to experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. Generally, this will require:

Experience: Four years of increasingly responsible plan check or plans examiner, or four years of experience in the private sector providing building design or engineering services.

Education: A Bachelor's Degree in civil, structural or architectural engineering, or a closely related design or engineering field. A Master's degree is highly desirable.
 

LICENSES AND REGISTRATION

A California registered civil or structural engineer, or California licensed architect is required. Certification as a Plans Examiner from a nationally recognized certification entity is required at time of, or within 12 months of, employment and is a condition of continued employment. A California Driver License and a satisfactory driving record are conditions of initial and continued employment.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Click here to review the Town of Danville's employee benefits for 2019.

THE COMMUNITY

Located approximately 40 miles east of San Francisco, Danville is located in the center of the San Ramon Valley. Comprising 20 square miles at the foot of Mount Diablo, Danville features quality housing, a progressive educational system, and a historic downtown village. Danville's current population is 43,574 (1/10). The San Ramon Valley, part of the growing I-680 corridor, has become a popular location for professional and retail complexes, light industry as well as convenient, yet secluded, living.

RECRUITMENT CONTACT

Qiana London, Human Resources Analyst

Contact Phone: (925) 314-3356

Contact Email: qlondon@danville.ca.gov

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 Vallejo Flood and Wastewater District invites applications for a COLLECTION SYSTEM TECHNICIAN I / II to fill three positions.  This is a continuous recruitment - FIRST APPLICATION REVIEW IS NOVEMBER 14 AT 1:00 PM

The District is seeking a Collection System Technician I / II to perform a variety of unskilled, semi-skilled and skilled work in support of District collection systems installation, inspection, preventative and corrective maintenance and repair activities including mechanical repair activities for stationary and mobile equipment; assists in, and performs, underground televised wastewater line inspection and hydro-cleaning of sewer lines; and performs other duties as assigned.