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The Office of the Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder and Chief Elections Officer is seeking well-qualified candidates for the position of Principal Auditor-Appraiser.

The Principal Auditor-Appraiser shares a critical role in assisting the Deputy Assessor and Chief Appraiser in the completion of the Office's mission to: determine the assessed value of all taxable personal property for businesses located in San Mateo County; create the official record of taxable personal property (approximately 16,000 assessments each year on the local assessment roll); share this information with the County Controller and Tax Collector, and make it publicly available.
 
The technically savvy and experienced individual hired for this position will have the responsibility to supervise the assessment work of auditor-appraisal staff in the timely collection, processing and analysis of valuation data for personal property for tax assessment purposes.  In addition, the Principal Auditor-Appraiser will perform the more difficult audits and appraisals.
 
The ideal candidate is a conscientious and highly motivated professional who possesses excellent leadership, supervisory, training and technical skills, and highly-effective interpersonal and communication skills. The successful candidate has demonstrated experience maintaining a high level of work productivity, can lead by example, and can motivate staff towards achieving their goals and responsibilities.
 
The Assessor's Office is currently involved in several major projects, including the development of a new Automated Property Assessment and Tax System, and the appraisal and assessment of several large-scale commercial, manufacturing, research and development, and mixed-use developments being built throughout San Mateo County.  This is an exciting time to join our team of experienced and committed professionals.

The Department
The mission of the Office of the Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder and Chief Elections Officer is to ensure equitable treatment of County property owners by accurate and fair valuation of land, improvements, and businesses; to create an accurate public record of recorded transactions relating to people and property within San Mateo County; and to register County citizens to vote and efficiently conduct honest elections.

The Department is responsible for:

• The maintenance of about 235,000 assessments and around $308 billion local property tax roll
• The maintenance of County birth, death, and marriage records
• The maintenance of over 3,000,000 recorded land records
• The conduct of local elections
• The maintenance of the voter registration rolls representing over 330,000 County voters 

The Department is also responsible for a budget of about $27 million, election billing to all jurisdictions, and 15 governmental trust funds.

NOTE: The hiring list established by this recruitment could be used to fill current and future permanent, limited term, extra-help, and/or unclassified Principal Auditor-Appraiser vacancies.

 

 

Duties may include but are not limited to:

• Planning, scheduling, assigning, and monitoring work of assigned staff; participating in the hiring of assigned staff and recommending candidates for management approval.
• Training assigned staff in County policies and procedures and State laws, rules and regulations; preparing and conducting in-service training for staff to ensure currency with changing policies and rules.
• Advising the Assessor and Deputy Assessor on changes to rules, regulations and legislation.
• Collaborating with Deputy County Counsel, Principal and Senior Auditor-Appraisers, and other management personnel.
• Developing, implementing, monitoring and revising departmental policies and audit and appraisal procedures.
• Monitoring quality control of audits and appraisals in process, identifying problems and recommending corrective action.
• Evaluating employee performance, counseling employees, and effectively recommending initial corrective action and other personnel decisions.
• Examining and auditing accounting records, financial statements, ownership records, leases, operation statements, and other related documents of large or complex firms, frequently requiring travel to taxpayer's place of business and location where the records are maintained, including travel to various parts of the United States.
• Representing the Department in the Inter-County Cooperative Audit-Appraisal Program and on other ad hoc committees as appropriate.
• Writing narrative audit and appraisal reports and reviewing appraisals and audits with property owners and their agents.
• Maintaining technical and professional expertise in auditing, appraising and assessment procedures.
• Making presentations before the Assessment Appeals Board, Superior Court and other public entities.
• Staying abreast of legislative developments and changes, actively participating in conferences, and sharing gained knowledge with staff.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Licensure/Certification:

• Possesses a Property Tax Appraiser Certificate issued by the California State Board of Equalization. An SBE Advanced Appraiser Certificate is desirable and should be obtained within one year of employment as a Principal Auditor-Appraiser.

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 a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with upper division coursework in accounting, auditing, appraising or cost estimating and 5 years of experience (including 2 years as a Senior Auditor-Appraiser) performing a full range of highly complex audits and appraisals of tangible and taxable property for tax assessment purposes.

Knowledge of:

• Supervisory principles and practices, including work planning, scheduling, assignment, review, and employee training and corrective action.
• Principles, methods and techniques of effective interviewing, negotiating and case management.
• Training methods, procedures and requirements.
• Technical and professional knowledge of accounting, auditing and appraisal methods and procedures.
• California Property Tax laws.
• State Board of Equalization guidelines.
• Court decisions affecting assessment procedures.
• Policies and procedures related to the department.
• Business mathematics.
• Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Record-keeping principles and procedures.

Skill/Ability to:

• Plan, assign, supervise, review and evaluate the work of others.
• Train in proper techniques and procedures of auditing and appraising property for tax purposes.
• Provide leadership to meet goals.
• Direct and review the work of others.
• Audit and appraise large and complex property for tax purposes.
• Travel to a variety of geographic locations throughout the country according to regular schedules, as well as on demand.
• Read, interpret and apply rules, policies and procedures.
• Plan and organize time to meet workload requirements.
• Use initiative and sound independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Accurately determine historic, reproduction and replacement costs.
• Accurately identify and measure depreciation and obsolescence.
• Measure income producing characteristics of property and appropriately capitalize the income stream into value.
• Identify and classify various types of land, sites, buildings, structures, manufactured homes, vessels, aircraft, trade fixtures, and property interests in an accurate and uniform manner.
• Produce effective presentations.
• Maintain complete and accurate records and prepare written narrative audit and appraisal reports.
• Use Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), as well as, department applications (EZ Access, EZ Cam and FileNet).

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply.  Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, Confidential and Management extra-help/limited term, and SEIU or AFSCME represented extra help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination. 
 
The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidate's application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%), which may include the evaluation of a brief written and/or performance exercise given immediately preceding the interview. Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations, or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All 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. If you are not on the County's website, please go tohttps://jobs.smcgov.org/to apply. 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. 

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Closing Date: Monday, March 16, 2026 at 11:59 PM PST

Application Screening: Wednesday, April 18, 2026

Panel Interviews: Week of April 6, 2026

About the County
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities. 

The County of San Mateo is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work. 

The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer. We seek to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community.  

HR Analyst: Sarah Huynh (02232026) (U077 - Principal Auditor-Appraiser)

At San Mateo County's Department of Emergency Management, we're building something different. Our vision is audacious: become the most resilient county in the United States by 2030. We coordinate the full cycle of emergency management across 20 cities and 775,000+ residents. And we do it with a team that operates more like a startup than a bureaucracy – entrepreneurial, innovative, and relentlessly focused on what works.

WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS

When disaster strikes—earthquake, wildfire, atmospheric river, or cascading crisis—the difference between lives saved and lives lost often comes down to one thing: communication. Did the alert reach the right people? In the right language? At the right time? Did it actually motivate action?

As our Alert & Warning Coordinator, you will own this mission. You'll architect the systems, craft the protocols, and build the partnerships that ensure every resident – from Half Moon Bay to Redwood City, from tech executives to farmworkers – gets the information they need to prepare, survive, and recover.

WHAT YOU WILL ACTUALLY DO

Build & Innovate:

• Lead the implementation of the Five Elements Framework—an evidence-based framework developed with leading researchers – in all our alerts and warning initiatives.
• Design multilingual alert systems that reach every community, including those often left behind.
• Integrate cutting-edge technologies: IPAWS, Genasys Protect, AI-powered monitoring, and tools that don't exist yet.
• Develop dashboards and systems that give our partners real-time situational awareness.

Coordinate & Connect:

• Serve as the nexus point between local, state, and federal emergency communication systems.
• Coordinate with 20 cities, 18 unincorporated areas, fire districts, law enforcement, healthcare systems, and community organizations.
• Build relationships with trusted community messengers who can amplify our reach.
• Manage vendor relationships and contracts for emergency notification platforms.

Respond & Adapt:

• Maintain 24-hour readiness and participate in on-call rotation.
• Staff the Emergency Operations Center during activations—from Blue Sky preparedness to Dark Sky crisis.
• Lead after-action reviews that turn every incident into institutional learning.
• Troubleshoot systems under pressure when everything depends on them working.

WHO YOU ARE

You're not just checking boxes—you're solving problems nobody's solved before. You bring:

The Foundation:

• Bachelor's degree in emergency management, public administration, communications, or related field (Master's preferred but not required).
• 5+ years in program planning, emergency management, or crisis communications.
• FEMA ICS courses (100, 200, 700, 800) and IPAWS certification (IS-247, IS-251)—or willingness to complete.

The Technical Credentials:

• Deep knowledge of IPAWS protocols and alert & warning best practices.
• Fluency with emergency notification platforms, GIS, and communication technologies.
• Coding ability (Python, Java, or C++) to build tools, automate workflows, and solve problems.
• Understanding of radio communications systems and redundant infrastructure.

The Mindset That Sets You Apart:

• Insatiably curious. You read the research. You ask why. You're never satisfied with "that's how we've always done it."
• Agile under pressure. You don't just tolerate rapidly changing, demanding environments—you thrive in them.
• A team multiplier. You add value wherever you can, not just where your job description ends.
• Resilient. You bounce back. You adapt. You're ready for whatever comes next.
• An exceptional communicator. You write clearly, speak persuasively, and translate complexity into action.
• Equity-minded. You're committed to reaching every community, especially those historically underserved.

OUR CULTURE: NOT YOUR TYPICAL EM SHOP

We're breaking the emergency management mold. Our approach integrates:

• Growth mindset: Challenges are opportunities. Failures are learning.
• Agile structure: Swift, decentralized decision-making. No permission culture.
• Human-centered design: Solutions built around people, not bureaucracy.
• Our 3C Framework: Connection, Capability, Communication – the lens through which we approach everything.

We pair veteran emergency managers with data scientists, social scientists, and human-centered designers. We operate across Blue Sky (preparedness), Grey Sky (heightened readiness), and Dark Sky (crisis) conditions. And we're building something that will outlast all of us.

READY TO JOIN US?

Submit the following via email:

• Resume
• Cover letter responding to these questions (max 2 pages):

1. Describe your experience developing and managing alert & warning systems. What technologies have you worked with and what have you learned in the process?
2. Tell us about a time when communications went wrong during a crisis. What happened, how did you respond, and what systems did you build to prevent it happening again?
3. You are coordinating emergency response and your virtual EOC system fails. Walk us through your troubleshooting process.

Please craft the answers to these supplemental questions yourself.  If you use a tool such as AI, please customize your responses. We need to know how you think and what your experiences have been.  

Include the words "DEM Coordinator – Alert & Warning - Unclassified" in the subject line of email submission. 

Please submit the required materials electronically via email to: 

Rick Reed, DEM Coordinator

Email: rreed1@smcgov.org

Application materials will be reviewed as they are received and qualified candidates will be contacted by the department for an interview.  

APPLY IMMEDIATELY. Application materials will be accepted until the position is filled. This posting is open on a continuous basis and selection may be made at any time within the process.

NOTE: Application materials are only accepted via e-mail. Materials sent via regular mail and/or fax will not be accepted. Submissions that do not include all required elements (a resume and a cover letter with responses to supplemental questions) will not be considered.

The mission of the Department of Emergency Management is to advance community resilience through a proactive and comprehensive approach to emergency management, involving the whole community in every phase of disaster preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery. 

To learn more about the DEM please visit https://www.smcgov.org/dem

About the County 
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.
 
The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.

The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels.

Analyst: Chet Overstreet (01232026) (Department of Emergency Management Coordinator - Q002)

The County of San Mateo Registration and Elections Division of the Office of the Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder and Chief Elections Officer is looking for qualified candidates for the position of Elections Specialist III.
 
This highly specialized position performs varied coordinative technical duties to ensure that County and local, city, and special district elections are conducted efficiently and in accordance with laws and regulations. Successful performance of the work requires the use of independent judgment and initiative along with the skill to follow through on multiple projects and details.
 
Additional skills include expertise working with the community and political groups, exceptional report writing skills, and strong project management skills. Prior experience with elections and basic knowledge of California election laws, regulations, and procedures is strongly preferred. 
 
The ideal candidate will be able to "hit the ground running" due to previous or current employment in an Elections Office, providing technical support to the election process. Ideal candidates would also have a bachelor's degree or a higher degree in political science, business, public administration, policy, journalism, information technology, or another related field. At least one year of experience using GIS software is beneficial but not required. This position may provide indirect technical or functional supervision of employees in the Elections Specialist I/II classification.

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
 
Supervise the Voting Equipment Unit

• Function test and operate Voting Equipment in compliance with California Elections Code.
• Coordinate the deployment and recovery of Vote Centers between Elections units and vendors.
• Train warehouse and field technicians on warehouse safety, secure equipment setup and usage, etc.
• Coordinate technical support of voting equipment in the field.

• Inspect and select Vote Center locations in compliance with Election Code and accessibility requirements.
• Prepare and conduct training classes for extra help and temporary workers.
• Coordinate the preparation, distribution, and delivery of Vote Center materials and voting equipment.
• Assist with re-precincting and re-districting projects and preparation of related maps.
• Direct the updating of precinct and district maps and monitor and coordinate the re-precincting process.

• Process affidavits and maintain the voter file in accordance with federal and state laws.
• Process voter data requests.
• Process petitions.
• Submit regular reports to the Secretary of State.

• Prepare the Sample Ballot for general and special elections.
• Supervise the recruitment, selection, training, and evaluation of extra help and temporary workers.
• Coordinate mailing and labeling of voting materials including Sample Ballots and Voter Information Pamphlets.

• Provide and receive ballot request forms, verify voter signatures, input voter data, and operate specialized software applications.
• Conduct recounts to verify voting computer accuracy.
• Prepare statistical reports.
• Maintain voter files and databases.
• Operate ballot sorting, scanning, and adjudication equipment.

• Research state and federal election laws and regulations and prepare reports regarding their impact on County election procedures.
• Plan, coordinate, and assist districts and cities within the County in preparing agreements for election services; coordinate and oversee the provision of these election services with the district or city.
• Facilitate the candidate filling nomination process; receive and file nomination forms such as campaign statements, conflict of interest filings, filing fees, and ballot measure arguments.
• Ensure that requirement signatures are obtained to place the candidate or measure on the ballot.
• Prepare and circulate instructions related to all phases of the nomination and ballot process; provide advice and information to other agencies, candidates, the public, and others regarding the election process.
• Prepare election timetables, voting schedules, and workload calendars; prepare election notices and arrange for their publication.
• Prepare ballot copy, pamphlet copy, and precinct instructions; prepare quotation requests and estimate production costs.
• Ensure the accuracy of all ballot and informational materials and proofread materials for correctness and completeness.

• Using specialized computer software, operate Elections Division systems to set up election parameters; create and generate ballots, election data material, and petitions; test for logic and accuracy; and process canvassing.
• Maintain divisional hardware, software, and databases.
• Coordinate vendor support, user training, and troubleshooting for computer systems.
• Maintain records, compute costs, and prepare reports and billing for services.
• Oversee and perform a variety of support duties such as organizing and maintaining work files, preparing correspondence, distributing election materials, and voting computers, and operating standard office equipment, including a computer.
• Instruct and direct the work of support staff on a project or seasonal basis, as needed.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Coordinate with City and Town Clerks for drop-box allocations.
• Schedule and manage Ballot Retrieval Officers.
• Schedule and manage Courier schedules.
• Manage Vote Center planning books.
• Manage Vote Center supplies.
• Manage and train Vote Center Help & Support unit.

• Lead the updating of precinct and district maps; monitor and coordinate the re-precincting and re-districting process.
• Train extra help workers on the redistricting process.
• Maintain geospatial data by updating layers such as voting precincts.
• Update and maintain data, such as precincts and addresses in the election management system.
• Ensure the accuracy of all precincts/maps and proofread data for correctness and completeness.
• Research issues with addresses and precinct assignments for voter registration.
• Analyze GIS and election data to help election logistics along with various on-going data integrity/QA projects.

Education and Experience: 
Successful candidates will have any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the job.
 

• A typical way to qualify is two years of experience providing technical support to the election process OR three years of journey level legal or general office support experience. 

• California Elections Code and precinct accessibility requirements as defined by the Secretary of State.
• Basic California election laws, regulations, and procedures as they apply to the conduct of elections.
• Office administrative practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment.
• Basic business data processing principles and the use of a personal or on-line computer.
• Business arithmetic.
• Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Recordkeeping principles and procedures. 

• Perform technical, complex, and detailed election support work.
• Organize and coordinate multiple activities.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Read, interpret, and apply complex laws, rules, and procedures.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Train, supervise, and evaluate permanent and temporary personnel.
• Prepare and present training and voter registration programs.
• Maintain accurate records, prepare reports, and compose correspondence and other written materials.
• Use initiative and sound independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Make accurate arithmetic calculations.
• Read and interpret district and precinct maps.
• Operate standard office equipment, including a computer.

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, extra-help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score. 
 
The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%) which may include a performance exam. Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in County of San Mateo, 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. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. 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. 
 
Tentative Recruitment Timeline
Final Filing Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 11:59 PM PST
Application Screening: Thursday, March 19, 2026
Panel Interview: Thursday, April 2, 2026 and/or Friday, April 3, 2026
 

About the County
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.

The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.

The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer. We seek to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. 

Analyst: Sarah Huynh (02242026) (Elections Specialist III - E168)

Are you an experienced Probation Officer?

The County of San Mateo Probation Department is seeking current officers for the position of Deputy Probation Officer - Lateral.

The San Mateo County Probation Department's role as a partner in the County's criminal justice system is to contribute to community safety through its law enforcement, court services, pretrial, supervision and treatment referral functions. To learn more about the department, visit: https://www.smcgov.org/probation.

About The Position

Each day, Deputy Probation Officers (DPOs) have the opportunity to contribute to community safety by actively engaging with at-risk youth and adults. Our department is firmly dedicated to implementing the most effective evidence-based, equitable, and trauma-informed practices to uplift and empower the individuals under our supervision. DPOs work in close cooperation with the County's criminal justice system and partner with Community Based Organizations to offer guidance and support to the population we serve.

Deputy Probation Officer II is the journey level class of this series. Under direction, incumbents independently perform a variety of complex assignments primarily in the areas of intake, investigation, or supervision. This class is distinguished from Deputy Probation Officer III in that the latter has acquired greater work experience and technical competence and handles the exceptionally difficult cases requiring a high level of intensive probation casework. The III level may also mentor or train other staff in areas in which they possess expertise, provide lead direction or substitute for the supervisor on a short-term basis.

Successful candidates must have two years of full-time (2080 hours) experience working in a California County Probation Department as a Deputy Probation Officer AND have successfully completed a California POST OR STC-certified P.C. 832 Arrest and Control course AND a STC-certified Probation Officer Core course to qualify.

IMPORTANT: Individuals who are not currently employed full-time as a Deputy Probation Officer but have a minimum of two years of full-time experience in a California County Probation Department should not have a separation date greater than six months from the date of application.

To qualify for this position, you must possess all of the following:

• Two years of full-time (2080 hours) experience working in a California County Probation Department as a Deputy Probation Officer.
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university. A degree in sociology, psychology, corrections, criminal justice, counseling or a closely related social or behavioral science is preferred.
• *Completion of a certified California POST or STC approved P.C. 832 Arrest and Control course.
• *Completion of a certified Probation Officer Core training course as prescribed by the California Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC).

*Course certificates or proof of completed course are outlined above MUST be attached to the application when submitted or else the application will not be considered.

As a Deputy Probation Officer, you will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following duties:

• Interview adults or juveniles, their families, and other relevant individuals to assess the nature of their marital, domestic, employment, financial, environmental, or other challenges.
• Formulate probation plans and present recommendations to supervisors and the court.
• Set up and recommend payment schedules for restitution and fines; evaluate restitution claims submitted by victims and assess the probationer's ability to pay.
• Explain procedures, rights, and responsibilities to probationers.
• Inform juveniles, adults, or their families of available community resources.
• Propose alternative probation plans as needed.
• Obtain releases for medical, psychiatric, or other necessary information about probationers.
• Supervise the welfare and conduct of adults on probation and juveniles under the jurisdiction of the Juvenile Court, assisting them in complying with court orders.
• Identify treatment, educational, employment, or other programs required by probationers; make referrals and follow up to verify and evaluate services received.
• Take necessary legal actions to report non-compliance with court orders.
• Initiate court processes when probationers violate probation terms.
• Consult with professionals in law enforcement, medicine, religion, law, and mental health.
• Collaborate with state and local welfare, school, and law enforcement agencies.
• Stay informed of departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintain records and prepare reports.
• Participate in mandatory training programs.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Experience:

Two years of experience performing duties comparable to those of an entry level Deputy Probation Officer I in San Mateo County.

Education:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university. A degree in sociology, psychology, corrections, criminal justice, counseling or a closely related social or behavioral science is preferred.

Licensure/Certification:

• Possession of a class C California driver license or equivalent.

Other Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years of age on or before date of appointment.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States by federal law.
• Must not have been convicted of a felony.
• Must successfully pass a background investigation prior to employment.

Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process.

About The County

Under the direction of the Director of Nutrition Services, perform a variety of duties related to the shipping, receiving, storing and issuing of District supplies, equipment, mail and food; maintain and prepare related records and reports; drive a District vehicle to various locations to pick up and deliver goods.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The Warehouse Worker/Delivery Driver classification is the entry and first working level of this series. 
Employees at this level perform a variety of duties related to the shipping, receiving, storing and issuing of District supplies, equipment, mail and food. Incumbents drive a District vehicle along an assigned route. The Senior Warehouse Worker/Delivery Driver classification performs the more complex warehousing and record keeping duties and participates in the shipping, receiving, storing and issuing of District supplies, equipment, mail and food. Employees at this level may provide direction and training to employees in the Warehouse Worker/Delivery Driver classification.

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We invite applications for the position of:
Recreation Program Specialist

$27.43-$32.72/hour
Open until filled

The City of San Mateo Parks and Recreation Department is looking for responsible, enthusiastic, and team-oriented individuals to join our Summer Camp Team!

The Position:
Are you seeking a meaningful career serving youth in a diverse, multicultural community? Join our team and make a positive difference every day. This position will oversee the daily operations, ensuring high-quality services and a welcoming environment for participants. This role provides leadership and guidance to per-dem staff, serving as a coach and mentor to support their success. Strong attention to developmentally appropriate practices and safety compliance is essential to maintaining program excellence and accountability.

Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will possess a valid State of California driver’s license, with Early Childhood Education units preferred. They should have at least one year of paid leadership experience within a classroom, after-school program, or camp environment and a minimum of a high school diploma. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential, particularly when working with individuals from diverse backgrounds. This position requires the ability to work independently while following direction from a coordinator, as well as the capacity to train, supervise, and collaborate effectively with staff, youth participants, and their families. Attention to detail is critical, including maintaining accurate records and submitting required documentation promptly. Candidates must be proficient in computer applications, specifically Microsoft Word and Excel, and successfully pass all required background checks upon hire. A bilingual pay differential is available for candidates fluent in identified languages. Availability is required Monday through Friday from May through August, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Recreation Program Specialist Example Duties:
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist in the implementation of a 40-hour Summer Camp Training for per-diem staff.
• Collaborate with Recreation Specialists I, II, and III to plan and deliver daily camp activities that are developmentally appropriate for children aged 5-12.
• Lead recreation per-diem staff on behavior management strategies, best practices for working with youth, and daily camp routines such as sign-in/sign-out procedures, field trip management, incident/accident forms, and activity implementation.
• Occasional driving of City vehicles to support programmatic needs, including transporting youth participants on field trips.
• Provide regular and clear feedback to participants’ families regarding their child’s experience and progress.
• Manage camp supplies, T-shirt inventory, and first aid equipment.
• Support the Coordinator in weekly staff meetings to ensure smooth operations and team alignment.

Are You Interested? Apply!
Applications can be found on our website at www.cityofsanmateo.org, on-line at www.calopps.org, or at City facilities to e-mail to Mvenneri@cityofsanmateo.org If you have any questions, contact Community Services Supervisor, Michele Venneri via email or 650.522.7484.

Fine Print Prior to hire, candidates will be required to successfully complete all pre-employment requirements, including reference checks, a Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Live Scan fingerprint background check, and Tuberculosis (TB) clearance. The policy of the City of San Mateo is to grant equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual preference, marital status, or national origin. It is the intent and desire of the City of San Mateo that equal employment opportunity will be provided in recruiting, hiring, training, promoting, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, applicants requiring accommodations for any part of the testing or recruitment process must notify wleopoldino@cityofsanmateo.org or (650) 522-7265 seven (7) days in advance of the deadline for the part of the process requiring accommodations. Do not upload any documents related to your request for accommodation in CalOpps. The City of San Mateo complies with employment provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Applications are being accepted for the position of Public Works Maintenance Worker with the City of South San Francisco. This is a non-benefited, part-time/hourly position. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: THIS IS A CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT. IF INTERESTED, PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY, AS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.

Hourly Rate: $35.88- $43.61 per hour

The Department 

The Public Works department is comprised of the Maintenance, Engineering and WQCP (Water Quality Control Plant) divisions. The Maintenance Division is responsible for all of the asphalt and concrete streets within the City as well as all of the associated signalized intersections, streetlights, road signs and traffic markings.  The division also maintains the sanitary sewer/storm system which includes all of the sanitary sewer lines, all of the storm lines and catch basins, several storm water pump stations, as well as various large storm water trash capture devices throughout the City.

THE POSITION

Under close to general supervision, this hourly position is responsible for cleaning and maintaining the downtown corridor, including the removal of litter, debris, and illegal dumping. Duties are primarily driven by SeeClickFix service requests and may include other related maintenance and cleaning tasks as assigned.
 

IDEAL CANDIDATE 

The ideal candidate will have experience with outdoor maintenance work and be familiar with basic tools, equipment, and safety practices related to cleaning and debris removal in public spaces. They will take pride in keeping high-visibility areas clean and welcoming, respond promptly to service requests (such as those submitted through SeeClickFix), and interact professionally with the public and City staff. The ideal candidate will be reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently or as part of a team, using sound judgment while following established safety procedures.

TYPICAL DUTIES (may include but are not limited to the following):

• Conduct daily cleaning and maintenance of the City’s downtown corridor, ensuring all public areas are free of litter and debris.
• Efficiently empty, clean and service all City owned trash receptacles, adhering to waste disposal and sanitation standards.
• Respond to requests for service in real time via smart device.
• Uses a variety of hand and power tools in connection with the above duties; operates light, motorized equipment, such as pick-ups, flatbeds, and dump trucks.
• Identify and report maintenance issues, safety hazards or vandalism during routine duties to appropriate City personnel.
• Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

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

Experience: One year of experience in general construction or maintenance work.

Training: Equivalent to graduation from high school.

THE APPLICATION PROCESS:

To be considered, applicants must submit the following REQUIRED items:

• City application
• Responses to the supplemental questionnaire

NOTE: Applications must be filled out in their entirety. Failure to complete the application and/or supplemental questions or failure to include a required attachment will disqualify the applicant from the recruitment process. Failure to list work experience, education or training or indicating “see resume” in the work experience section of the application will be considered an incomplete application and subject to disqualification. Additionally, only the application materials and documents specifically requested within this job announcement will be accepted and considered. Any supplemental documents submitted that are not required will not be reviewed as part of the application process.

THE SELECTION PROCESS:

Applicants whose submitted application materials demonstrate knowledge, skills and abilities in best alignment with the required and desired qualifications of this position may be invited to an interview by the hiring department. 

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

Prior to appointment, candidates will be required to submit to any or all of the following (as applicable:

1. Reference Check
2. SSF Background Check
3. Pre-Employment Medical Examination and Drug Screen

A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment. Determinations are made on a case-by-case basis with consideration given to the nature and recency of the conviction and relationship to job duties. All City standards must be met before the final appointment is made.

Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the recruitment process should advise the Human Resources Department upon submittal of application.  

The policy of the City of South San Francisco is to grant equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or national origin.  It is the intent and desire of the City of South San Francisco that equal employment opportunity will be provided in recruiting, hiring, training, promoting, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment.  The City of South San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

DISCLAIMER: This general announcement does not constitute an express or implied contract and is subject to change. Any provisions contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

Recruitment Contact

Contact phone: (650)877-8550

Contact email: Alex.Henry@ssfca.gov

Grow & Thrive

Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional who wants your work to make an impact in the community? The City of San Bruno is seeking a skilled and motivated Accountant to join our collaborative and service-driven Administrative Services team!

About the Role

This is more than a traditional accounting role — it’s an opportunity to help steward public resources, strengthen financial integrity, and support the programs and services that directly benefit our residents. As an Accountant with the City, you will perform technical and administrative accounting work and apply accounting principles and methods to maintaining fiscal records and systems of the City.

The current vacancy will have a focus on payroll activities. Other duties may include projects such as internal audit and control, financial analysis, budget preparation, purchasing, fixed assets, reconciliation of accounting records, special projects, and related accounting work.  

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented and highly knowledgeable accounting professional with substantial experience in payroll administration within a governmental or public agency setting. You possess a thorough understanding of payroll laws, regulations, reporting requirements, retirement reporting, and internal controls, and demonstrate the ability to ensure accurate and timely processing of complex payroll transactions. You exercise strong analytical judgment, maintain strict confidentiality, ensure compliance with applicable laws and MOU provisions, and provide responsive, professional service to employees, departments, and external agencies while safeguarding the City’s financial integrity.

You believe in consensus-building, “yes, if” problem-solving, promote honest communication, and demonstrate a visionary approach. With strong technical expertise and a continual learning mindset, you’re ready to help San Bruno innovate, adapt, and grow.

Typical Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a degree in accounting, finance, business or public administration, or a closely related field, plus three (3) years of professional accounting or municipal finance experience.  Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may also be considered.  Review the complete job description in the document linked here.

Compensation

The annual salary range for this position is currently $96,917 to $118,929. This position is scheduled to receive a general wage increase in January 2027 and January 2028 in accordance with the Teamsters Local 350, IBT Mid-Management Unit Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). This is a represented position.

The City is proud to offer a competitive total compensation package with the following highlights:

• Wellness-focused schedule and paid time off (PTO) program
  • 4-day workweek (Monday through Thursday, 9-hours per day) with a 3-day weekend every week.
  • Approximately 3 to 5 weeks of vacation per year, dependent on years of service, with the option to cash out up to 2 weeks per year.
  • Additional 80 hours of paid time off (Management Leave) annually, with the annual option to cash out those hours.   
• Comprehensive medical and dental plan with choice of HMO or PPO program for employee and eligible dependents.
• Defined benefit retirement program through CalPERS, with benefit dependent membership status (Classic-2.7%@55 or New/PEPRA-2.0%@62). More information is available online at CalPERS. 
• Deferred Compensation Section 457b match of 0.5%
• Education assistance including tuition reimbursement
• Employee home loan assistance program

For a listing of employee benefits, please see the Mid-Management column in our benefits summary linked here.

Note:

• Remote work is not available for this position.
• Later this year the standard work week will transition to four (4) nine (9) hour days for a full-time schedule of 36 hours per week with no impact on annual salary.

How to Apply

Applications may be submitted online at BambooHR. Applications must be received by 12:00 pm on March 19, 2026. You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible before the recruitment is closed.

Panel interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of March 30, 2026.

The City of San Bruno utilizes a merit-based selection system. Such a system is competitive and based on broad outreach efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to take part in a process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the position. 

Equal Opportunity Statement
 

The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and as such does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, gender, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices.  If you require special accommodations, please contact us to discuss your needs.

San Mateo County Parks is currently seeking a part time (20 hours/week) extra help Interpretive Specialist Intern for the Department’s Interpretive Division.

The Interpretive Division has an environmental education and community engagement focus. It hosts a variety of events and activities throughout the year, including the Take A Hike Challenge, library and community partnerships, camping trips, seasonal large scale festivals, and more! The Interpretive Division staff also assist in creating content for the Department’s social media pages.

Examples Of Duties:

The Interpretive Specialist Intern position is responsible for assisting Interpretive Division staff with the following:

• Organizing and co-leading programs/events for the general public
• Creating interpretive materials and content for the Department
• Other duties as assigned

NOTE: This is an extra-help, at-will assignment, paid on an hourly basis. Some extra help positions are eligible for benefits under the Affordable Care Act. Extra help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate for this position should have the following competencies:

• Interest and enthusiasm for the environment.
• Experience in planning and coordinating projects and events
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, especially in a formal public setting
• Flexible, deadline-driven and customer service oriented
• Culturally competent in working with diverse communities
• Knowledge of, or interest in, furthering equity, diversity, and inclusion goals
• Excellent organizational skills in handling multiple and competing priorities
• Collaborative and able to maintain strong relationships with community-based organizations and other partners
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and instruction; as well as, collaboratively as part of a team
• Skills in computer systems and applications, such as the Microsoft Office suite (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Zoom, social media platforms, Canva, etc.
• Experience working with environmental education or outreach programs is preferred
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred. Current students are encouraged to apply.
• Previous experience working with children is preferred.

Position requirements:

• Some of the position will be “work from home”, so the candidate must have a situation in which they have the ability to perform their job duties from a remote location (reliable internet connection, computer access, etc.)
• The position requires work at various San Mateo County Parks, so the candidate must be able to report to those locations by their own means.
• The schedule will be varied and flexible, but availability on Saturdays is a requirement.

Application/Examination:

How to apply:

Please submit an online application with a copy of your resume and cover letter attached to the application.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply.

Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process.

Contact

For questions about this internship, please contact Katherine Wright at kewright@smcgov.org. For questions/comments/issues relating to the application process and material submissions, please contact Chaten Berry at cberry@smcgov.org.

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.

The County of San Mateo's Sheriff's Office Forensic Laboratory, which is accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board in both Testing and Calibration, is seeking to fill a Criminalist I/II position within its Controlled Substances and Toxicology Sections, which includes participation in crime scene examination.

The Forensic Laboratory was constructed in March 2003 and is located in San Mateo, California. It is managed by a civilian Laboratory Director who is currently supported by three Supervising Criminalists, one Legal Office Services Supervisor, 28 Criminalists and technicians, two Legal Office Specialists, and two Property Officers.

The Criminalist will report to a Supervising Criminalist and will analyze evidence seized in the course of criminal investigations, providing laboratory analysis and expert witness testimony in the areas of seized drug analysis, toxicology (blood alcohol and breath alcohol) and driving under the influence (DUI) interpretation. They may participate in validation studies of new technology and methods for use in casework, cold case investigations, internal audits, and guiding our intern program. Also, on a rotational basis, they will respond with a partner to investigate crime scenes for homicides and officer-involved critical incidents. To learn more about the department, visit: https://www.smcsheriff.com/multi-jurisdictional-division/forensic-laboratory.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be an experienced toxicologist, seized drug analyst, or laboratory chemist dedicated to staying abreast of changes within the forensic industry.
• Have knowledge/experience in blood alcohol analysis, breath alcohol analysis, and DUI interpretation.
• Have knowledge/experience in the analysis of controlled substances.
• Have a baccalaureate or an advanced degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science or forensic science.
• Be experienced in using a wide variety of equipment and instrumentation, including gas chromatography, mass spectrometry, and infrared spectroscopy.
• Have courtroom testimony experience.

Additional emphasis will be placed upon the following professional and personal attributes:

• Demonstrated project management proficiency, effective planning, organizing, and prioritization skills.
• Self-starter who is motivated and capable of demonstrating measurable work results in a timely manner.
• Ability to function with minimal supervision.
• Ability to persuasively communicate ideas and goals and effectively motivate others to achieve those goals.
• Strategic thinking and planning.
• Understanding of current forensic technology and experience in the collection of biological fluids and other physical evidence at crime scenes.

There is currently one vacancy in the Sheriff’s Office. Depending on qualifications, the vacancy may be filled at the Criminalist I or Criminalist II level.

Examples Of Duties

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

• Examine and identify controlled substances using chemical and instrumental techniques.
• Perform quantitative alcohol analysis on blood and urine samples.
• Perform maintenance and calibration procedures on evidential breath alcohol testing instrumentation.
• Instruct officers in the operation of breath alcohol testing instrumentation.
• Analyze and interpret reported driving patterns, field sobriety test (FST) results, and objective signs and symptoms in conjunction with a chemical test result for alcohol in either breath or blood.
• Prepare evidence for presentation in court and testify as an expert witness on the results of laboratory analysis.
• Engage in crime scene examination of major crime scenes; identify, document, and collect physical evidence.
• Participate in an on-call rotation to respond to major crime scenes; each one-week on-call rotation repeats approximately every eight weeks.
• Take photographs.
• Participate in public relations activities such as conducting tours of the Laboratory and speaking to various interested groups.
• Care for and maintain laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Tentative Recruitment Timeline:
Final Filing Date: Friday, March 13, 2026 by 11:59 PM PST
Applicant Screening: Week of March 23, 2026
Panel Interviews: Week of April 13, 2026