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THE DEPARTMENT

The Community Development Department, also known as CDD, is organized into four divisions — Building, Code Enforcement, Housing, and Planning. CDD has broad responsibilities including, but not limited to, long-range planning, review of applications for new developments, implementation of the City’s housing programs, and maintenance of neighborhoods. You will be joining a talented team in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment dedicated to serving the San Mateo community. The Community Development Department’s core function is to ensure a quality-built environment, healthy neighborhoods, and a strong economic base in the City. Collaboration, innovation, respect, accountability, creativity, transparency, thoughtfulness, and informed risk-taking are attributes and competencies that we are seeking in the candidates.

Look to some of the reasons why the City of San Mateo is a great place to work: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_GTIzeSpc_g

THE POSITION

• Perform technical level administrative duties in support of the City’s Below Market-Rate (BMR) Housing Program
• Research, collect, and analyze data and prepare draft reports related to the City’s BMR Program
• Create and manage workflows and administrative procedures for annual compliance monitoring of the City’s BMR portfolio
• Conduct BMR unit transactions, including BMR sales and re-sales, refinances and loan payoffs, and leasing of BMR/affordable housing rental units, in collaboration with City’s contracted BMR real estate agent and/or property managers of BMR/affordable housing properties
• Provide technical assistance on BMR program issues to Housing Division management and to property managers and tenants/owners of BMR housing
• Interpret City policies, procedures, laws, and regulations in response to public inquiries and complaints about BMR and affordable housing

The Administrative Technician receives general supervision from the Housing Manager or higher-level department personnel.

For a complete list of duties, reference our job specifications at https://www.cityofsanmateo.org/DocumentCenter/Home/Index/86

The County Executive’s Office of the County of San Mateo is seeking highly qualified candidates for the position of Clerk of the Assessment Appeals Board/ Administrative Assistant I.  
   
The mission of the Assessment Appeals Board (AAB) is to conduct fair and impartial property assessment appeal hearings in a timely and efficient manner for the property taxpayers of San Mateo County. The board’s objective is to ensure applicants’ properties are assessed at fair market value, in accordance with applicable law, based on properties similar in size and utility. The AAB consists of three part-time commissioners and the clerk. The mission-critical clerk’s position is fast-paced and demanding, characterized by extensive use of the computer and telephone to provide administrative support for the AAB and their associated proceedings.
   
The AAB acts on behalf of the Board of Supervisors and is independent from the County Assessor’s Office.

Examples of Duties

Duties of the Clerk of the Assessment Appeals Board include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provide public notice of Appeals Board meetings.
• Respond to taxpayer inquiries regarding their application and Board hearing procedures.
• Ensure that the applications meet the legal requirements for completeness and timeliness and are submitted on the proper form.
• Maintain correspondence with the State Board of Equalization.
• Prepare meeting agendas and provide the information needed to the Board members for the hearings.
• Schedule and clerk the hearings.
• Record final decisions of the Appeals Board and notify all affected parties.
• Maintain copies of evidence presented at the hearings.
• Perform record keeping and maintain confidentiality of all records.
• Perform arithmetic calculations.
• Act as back-up for the receptionist and co-workers.
• Assist with various projects or activities as assigned.
• Maintain and purge files as required.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have proven organizational and time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines and handle time-sensitive matters.
• Possess strong analytical skills and have keen attention to detail.
• Maintain complete and accurate legal records.
• Produce quality work under fluctuating workloads with minimal supervision.
• Have proven proficiency in operating standard office software and equipment.
• Compose effective routine-to-complex correspondence.
• Effectively apply established procedures and codes, including property tax assessment guidelines.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other personnel and the public.  

The ideal candidate will also have worked as the Clerk for an Assessment Appeals Board or a similar board or will have worked in a similar capacity in a high-level office. The exceptional candidate will have knowledge of the methods used in the valuation of property for tax assessment purposes, California property tax laws, and the State Board of Equalization guidelines. 

This is a limited-term position. Limited-term positions are full-time, fully benefited, temporary positions. This current position is funded for up to three years, depending on the department’s needs.  Limited Term employees receive medical and dental benefits, like regular employees, and a defined contribution retirement plan (401-A).  
 
Information for current County employees: Current and regular County of San Mateo Employees who are interested in this assignment must submit application materials and compete in the selection process. If you are successful in the selection process and are being considered for the assignment, HR will work directly with you and/or your department for options. Please note there is no guarantee that you will be allowed by your department to rotate into this assignment nor is your department obligated to allow you to take on this assignment. The salary range for this position is "as is" and non-negotiable.

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 could be four years of increasingly responsible administrative or clerical experience.

 
Knowledge of: 

• Modern office methods and equipment.
• Sub-professional accounting, bookkeeping, and fiscal procedures, if applicable.

Skill/Ability to:

• Learn, interpret, and apply the laws, regulations, codes, and guidelines governing the operations of the Assessment Appeals Board and the department. 
• Read and interpret legal records to determine property ownership and evaluate ownership declarations.
• Effectively apply established procedures and codes, including property tax assessment guidelines. 
• Organize and plan time efficiently for assessment appeals casework and Appeals Board hearings. 
• Compose routine-to-complex correspondence from brief instructions. 
• Use initiative and sound independent judgment within established guidelines. 
• Work well independently, without close supervision.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions efficiently and effectively.
• Maintain complete and accurate legal records. 
• Effectively handle stressful interactions with others. 
• Perform detailed office support work, including, but not limited to, prioritizing work and coordinating several activities, organizing and maintaining files and records, operating standard office equipment, and making accurate arithmetic calculations.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Multi-task effectively.
• Be a good listener, communicator, and problem-solver.
• Remain calm and professional under pressure.  

Ideal qualifying experience includes: 

• Acting as the clerk for government boards or commissions.
• Preparing and preserving the associated agendas, meeting minutes, and resulting documents. 
• Responding to a high volume of inquiries from individuals who have complex issues to resolve with those boards or commissions. 

Application/Examination

This is an Open recruitment.  Anyone may 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.
  
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%).

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 above. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply.
  
~TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE~
Final Filing Date: January 2, 2026
Application Screening (Tentative): January 6 - 8, 2026
Panel Interviews (Tentative): January 21-22, 2026

San Mateo 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 (12042025) (Administrative Assistant I - E029)

San Mateo County Health is seeking two experienced and collaborative leaders for the position of

Social Work Supervisor within Aging & Disability Services (ADS) – Supportive Services!

 

The Social Work Supervisor will provide leadership, guidance and mentorship to a diverse team of Social Workers Public Health Nurses and Community Workers while fostering collaboration across diverse professional perspectives. The ideal candidate will plan, assign, review and evaluate staff work while fostering a supportive, high-performing team culture grounded in respect, accountability and continuous learning. This position provides direction to staff on casework concepts, methods and procedures, provisions of services, and departmental policies and procedures under direction of a Health Services Manager.One position will oversee operations within ADS’ Supportive Services unit, which includes the Enhanced Care Management (ECM), Partners for Independence (PFI), and In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) programs The other position will focus on supporting ADS’ Supportive Services unit, focusing on operations in the IHSS program and staff. Both Supervisors will play a key role in supporting staff through change, strengthening communication across programs and ensuring alignment with the County’s vision for person-centered, equitable care.

 

While program knowledge can be learned, this role requires a strong foundation in supervision, coaching, and team leadership, especially in guiding staff through change and fostering collaboration in dynamic, multidisciplinary environments. Both Supervisors will assist with the on-going integration of California Advancing and Innovating Medi-Cal’s (CalAIM) ECM and Community Supports and IHSS programs, working closely with the Health Plan of San Mateo (HPSM) to streamline services and promote a seamless continuum of care within a whole-person model.

 

Each full-time position follows a Monday - Friday, 8am -5pm schedule, working in both South San Francisco and San Mateo offices.  It is anticipated that the position will primarily work in the office during the probationary period, but include hybrid work accordingly. Office requirements include four on-site workdays aligning with operational needs and County requirements.

 

The ideal candidate will be a confident, empathetic, and solutions-focused leader who values collaboration and professional growth. They will demonstrate:

• Proven ability to lead, coach, and inspire staff to achieve shared goals and provide high-quality, person-centered services.
• Skill in building cohesive teams and cultivating a culture of trust, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Strong emotional intelligence and the ability to navigate complex team dynamics with professionalism and tact.
• Excellent communication and conflict-resolution skills; the ability to guide conversations constructively and maintain alignment through change.
• Experience supervising staff through an equity lens, with an emphasis on inclusion, respect, and fairness.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, organize work efficiently, and maintain focus on both daily operations and long-term program objectives.
• Working knowledge of IHSS and related programs is helpful, but not required, what’s most important is a willingness to learn and a commitment to supporting others’ learning.
• Familiarity with the laws, rules, regulations and procedures governing the operation of public social services agencies and the variety of service programs.
• Knowledge of case management principles, including integrating social and health care services to enhance client function and stability.
• Ability to manage day-to-day program details while keeping in view the agency’s broader philosophy, standards, and requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with sound judgment in decision-making.
• Possession of a clinical license such as an LCSW (or equivalent), which is highly desirable but not required.

 

The Supportive Services Social Work Supervisor’s responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Providing support and supervision to a team of Social Workers, Public Health Nurse, Community Worker, and/or office staff.
• Reviewing and approving health and psychosocial risk assessments, care plans, and other clinical assessments.
• Troubleshooting issues with the Q Continuum System, HPSM MedHOK database system and the State IHSS CMIPS II database system.
• Establishing and maintaining collaborative working relationships with peers and colleagues from IHSS, other managed long-term services and supports programs and managed care plans, such as HPSM and Kaiser Permanente.
• Maintaining and reporting on program specific data, metrics and performance measures.
• Training, reviewing, consulting and guiding IHSS work, including initial and reassessments.
• Understanding and supporting LEAP efforts (e.g., process improvement) tracking progress and continuously gathering information about process improvements.
• Conducting presentations to community partners, contract agencies, and other County staff. 
• Reviewing client cases and communicating with clients’ formal and informal support as needed.
• Developing and updating Supportive Services Policies and Procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.

Tentative Recruitment Schedule
Final Filing Date: Monday, December 22, 2025, at 11:59PM PST
Application Screening: Week of December 29, 2025
Panel Interviews: Week of January 12, 2026

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 Forensic Biology and DNA Section, 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 interns, 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 serology and DNA analysis. 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 Forensic Biology/DNA analyst dedicated to staying abreast of changes within the forensic industry.
• Have experience in biological screening, DNA extraction, quantitation, amplification, and typing.
• Have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science or forensic science.
• Have successfully completed a minimum of 12 semester or equivalent credit hours from a combination of undergraduate or graduate coursework covering the subject areas of biochemistry, genetics, molecular biology, statistics and/or population genetics.
• Have a minimum of three years of forensic DNA laboratory experience, which includes examining, collecting, and analyzing biological fluids, contact DNA, and other biological evidence collected from crime scenes.
• Be experienced in using a wide variety of equipment and instrumentation including alternate light sources, centrifuges, microscopes, DNA extraction robots, liquid handlers, thermal cyclers, and genetic analyzers.
• 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, motivated and capable of demonstrating measurable work results in a timely manner.
• Ability to function with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge/experience in PCR DNA STR Systems.
• Knowledge/experience in probabilistic genotyping.
• 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 and analysis of biological fluids and other physical evidence collected 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 biological fluids such as blood, saliva, and semen.
• Perform microscopic examinations to identify biological cells.
• Perform DNA extractions.
• Perform quantitation of DNA extractions.
• Perform PCR amplifications.
• Analyze, interpret, and provide statistical significance to DNA typing results (including simple and complex mixtures).
• Prepare evidence for presentation at 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; approximately a one-week duration 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, January 2, 2026 by 11:59pm PST

Applicant Screening: Week of January 5, 2026

Panel Interviews: Week of January 19, 2026

The County of San Mateo Family Health Services Division is seeking an experienced and qualified Senior Community Worker to join the Healthy Families San Mateo County Program. Healthy Families San Mateo County is an evidence-based home visiting program that supports pregnant people and new parents to have the healthiest start for their babies. The Senior Community Worker will work to promote the health of pregnant people and their babies, improve birth outcomes, strengthen parent-child bonding, and create a healthy environment for the entire family by providing intensive home visiting services to families in San Mateo County. The Senior Community Worker will make referrals to community and other agencies, coordinate care with hospitals and medical providers, educate and counsel new parents, act as a resource for staff on medical and nursing issues, interpret medical records and make recommendations.

Currently, there are two regular, full-time vacancies at the Healthy Families San Mateo County Program.

To learn more about the Healthy Families San Mateo County program, please visit: https://www.smchealth.org/general-information/healthy-families-san-mateo-county.

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Experience in conducting home visits with clients and assessing problems and needs.
• Experience in working with pregnant and parenting women.
• The ability to serve as a trusted liaison to perinatal providers with differing practice styles and environments.
• Background on normal child growth and development and parent-child relationships.
• The ability to relate to families from a strength-based model, even in an apparently chaotic family environment.
• The ability to recognize child abuse and neglect.
• The ability to work independently as well as within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and adverse childhood experiences.
• The ability to problem-solve, make independent judgments, and work autonomously.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Be flexible adapting to a changing environment.
• Fluency in Spanish is required.

Examples Of Duties

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

• Assess and monitor client needs and develop individual care/recovery/support plan based on the needs of the client.
• Prepare and/or coordinate the preparation of informational and outreach materials, basic correspondence and reports, and other documents regarding program activities.
• Assist staff in developing strategy for conducting and maintaining effective relationships with the community; interpret community needs and cultural patterns to professional staff members.
• Performs crisis intervention by arranging for special services to assist clients in addressing serious personal, financial, employment, and/or family issues; performs crisis intervention.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with community resources.
• Conduct home and field visits to assess and monitor client needs and ensure adherence to individual care plans.
• Provide information and refer clients to appropriate social services agencies; research community resources for clients; work closely with other County staff to coordinate various functions of outreach and referrals.
• Provide educational services to the clientele served; schedule, arrange, and assist in the facilitation of educational programs and activities to support client health/wellness, recovery, self-sufficiency, or employment goals.
• Perform outreach to provide education and information to individuals who may be at risk and unaware of services and/or prevention methods; inform clients and community members of programs and services and promote participation of groups and individuals in program activities.
• Conduct outreach activities to community organizations to provide information about the program and resources and to secure health, welfare, educational, and other social service supportive programs on behalf of clients; promote participation of groups, businesses, and individuals in program activities; and coordinate the delivery of support services to clients.
• Identify home, family, or community conditions needing improvement and develop, recommend, and implement measures to correct these conditions.
• Assist in the follow up and monitoring of cases for assigned client groups; work with client and case management team to develop and maintain individual development plans.
• Monitor action plans and periodically make contact with clients to assess progress and identify support needed to aid clients in pursuing interim goals as planned.
• Advocate with external agencies, employers, and other organizations, to help ensure that the client is represented and informed of processes and procedures, to resolve issues and disputes with third parties, as well as engage in communications on behalf of the client.
• Assist clients in a wide variety of daily living activities, such as completing applications and forms, providing transportation, budgeting, and navigating support service systems.
• Represent the division or section on internal and community committees and task forces as assigned representing the needs of the community or of individual clients; attend and participate in community events.
• Act as an interpreter in contacts involving non-English speaking residents.
• Attend staff and in-service meetings.
• Develop immediate solutions to emergency problems and expedite delivery of needed services.
• Perform special assignments, projects, or other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Note: The level and scope of the knowledge and skills listed below are related to job duties as defined under Distinguishing Characteristics.

Education and Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way of gaining the knowledge and skills is;

• Two years of experience providing community services of a remedial and educational nature which includes experience counseling and conducting outreach to the client population served.

Licensure/Certification:

• This position requires possession of a class C California driver license or equivalent.

Physical Demands:
Must possess mobility to work in the field as well as an office environment; to operate a motor vehicle for home visits, jail visits, to attend meetings, and visit various County sites; to inspect sites including client homes; vision and smell to assess environmental situations, identify conditions, and to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking on uneven terrain, and climbing and descending structures to access client homes and interact with members of the community. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate above-mentioned tools and equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb to perform work. Employees must possess the ability to lift and carry materials, objects, and children weighing up to 60 pounds, with the use of proper equipment.

Environmental Elements:
Employees frequently work outdoors and are exposed to varying weather conditions, loud or excessive noise levels, unpleasant odors, dust, fumes, allergens, vermin, parasites, or insects, toxic substances; infectious agents, and cold and/or hot temperatures. Incumbents may be exposed to blood and body fluids performing duties. Protective clothing such as gloves, masks, or gown may be necessary when performing client assessments or when supporting client job training. Employees may interact with members of the public or with staff in a highly emotional setting while interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

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. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Final Filing Date: Monday, December 15, 2025, at 11:59 P.M. PST
Application Screening: Week of December 15, 2025
Panel Interviews: Week of January 5, 2026

• Analyst: Debbie Kong (12012025) (Senior Community Worker - G117)

Grow & Thrive

Are you ready to help shape the future of San Bruno’s organizational culture and strengthen the City’s ability to achieve its mission? If so, this is an exciting opportunity to join us at a transformative moment as our next Human Resources Manager. In this impactful role, you will support a collaborative, community-focused environment and guide a talented HR team eager for new challenges as the division advances.

We are seeking not just a skilled, public service-oriented professional—but a visionary leader who inspires teams, champions modern HR strategies, and drives forward-thinking initiatives across recruitment, labor relations, employee engagement, training and development, and ongoing professional growth. As a key architect of City workforce policies and practices, you’ll play a vital role in shaping a positive workplace culture and safeguarding legal compliance in a complex public sector environment. Joining our department’s management team, you will exemplify excellence in public service, responsiveness to internal and external customers, and stewardship of public resources—all while supporting City employees and the broader San Bruno community.

If you excel at building strong teams, fostering innovation, and laying the groundwork for a more resilient, future-ready organization, we encourage you to submit your candidacy for this pivotal position.

About the Role

The Human Resources Manager is a strategic leader and hands-on manager, combining vision with day-to-day responsibility for all facets of the City’s HR operations. Your immediate priorities will include modernizing recruitment and selection processes, advancing employee and labor relations, developing robust training and engagement programs, and ensuring policy compliance across the organization. You will mentor a talented team, shape the City’s people strategies, and play a key role in cultivating a positive, equitable workplace culture. Success in this role means balancing strategic planning and operational problem-solving, supporting staff at all levels, and adapting to the evolving needs of a dynamic municipal workforce.

Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for a strategic leader and communicator who exemplifies Patrick Lencioni’s Ideal Team Player: hungry for results, humble in their interactions, and emotionally smart in professional relationships. You bring self-awareness, knowing your strengths and seeking growth, and find professional joy in helping others, building effective teams, and supporting citywide progress. You foster a culture of vulnerability-based trust—modeling transparency, welcoming feedback, and sharing the purpose and passion that motivate you—resulting in true collaboration, accountability, and enthusiasm.

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

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in personnel, business administration, public administration, or a closely related field, and four (4) years of increasingly responsible professional human resources experience, including at least two (2) years in a supervisory or lead capacity, are required. Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Ability to obtain and maintain a valid California driver’s license is also required. Experience in public sector HR or labor relations is highly desirable. Review the complete job description in the document linked here.  

Compensation

The annual salary range for this position is $132,749 to $162,905. Remote work is not available for this 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)
  • Approximately 7 to 10 weeks of paid time off per year, dependent on years of service, with the option to cash-out up to 2 weeks per year
• 0.50 to 4.50% deferred compensation (Section 457b) match, dependent on CalPERS membership status (Classic-2.7%@55 or New/PEPRA-2.0%@62)
• Education assistance including tuition and student loan reimbursement
• Employee home loan assistance program

For a listing of employee benefits, please see the "Unrepresented" column in the document linked here. Please note that the Unrepresented Compensation Plan, including salary and benefits, is currently under review and may be updated before a hiring decision is finalized.
 

How to Apply

Applications may be submitted online at BambooHR including a compelling cover letter and answers to supplemental questions. Open until filled with the first application review on Monday, December 15, 2025.  The recruitment may close any time after that date. The tentative recruitment schedule includes a full-day assessment center the week of January 5, 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.

Junior | Assistant Engineer

Appointment level based on experience and qualifications

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Monday, January 5, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. 

Applications reviewed on a regular basis.

THE CITY is focused on enhancing our community members’ quality of life through well-designed services and a positive workplace culture. San Rafael is the economic and cultural heart of Marin County, and its high quality of life is centered on its commercial districts, engaged neighborhoods, active lifestyle, and natural environment. San Rafael, with a population of approximately 60,000, is a full-service city with a City Council/City Manager form of government with 12 departments, more than 400 employees, and a fiscal year 2024-2025 annual budget of approximately $180 million. The City’s vision is to be a vibrant economic and cultural center reflective of its diversity. The City Council is engaged and seeks to strengthen the urban and commercial areas as well as sustain the beautiful natural environment. 

San Rafael’s Organizational culture framework is an initiative called “Together San Rafael.” City employees are our greatest asset, and we seek talented individuals with diverse backgrounds who are creative, curious, and excited about a challenge. We are a results-driven team focused on the needs of community members. The Together San Rafael initiative is focused on modernizing City services and increasing the engagement of employees. This initiative recognizes the interconnectedness of the customer and employee experience. 

THE DEPARTMENT 

The Department of Public Works (DPW) is committed to providing the highest standards of service delivery to the community as it works to build, maintain, and update the City’s assets and infrastructure. Public Works is comprised of over 50 employees with an operating budget of over $33 million and annual Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget that ranges between $15–$30 million depending on the City’s annual infrastructure needs.  

The Department of Public Works’ mission is to ensure San Rafael’s infrastructure meets the needs of a vibrant and growing city through careful management of major improvements and the maintenance of the City’s assets. By hiring highly trained, dedicated, responsive, and service-oriented personnel, the PW department is actively making its mission a reality.  

All engineering divisions (Capital Improvement Program, Development Engineering, and Traffic Engineering) are managed under the leadership of the Assistant Director/City Engineer, a structure designed to enhance oversight, streamline communication, and optimize workflow across engineering functions. CLICK HERE for an overview of our Engineering divisions.

The City and DPW are committed to fostering professional growth and career development. We proudly support the Dean Allison Award Internship Program, which guides promising graduates or soon-to-be graduates into careers in local government and promotes meaningful engagement with the City of San Rafael. 

Our Engineering team also takes initiative in nurturing a strong internal culture. Team members organize quarterly workshops that focus on enhancing technical expertise, strengthening collaboration, and improving internal communication—further supporting a workplace environment that values continuous learning and shared success. 

Public Works is currently advancing several exciting initiatives focused on infrastructure transformation, accessibility, and maintenance while also adding recreation spaces for the public to enjoy. For an overview of the City of San Rafael’s upcoming Capital Improvement Program projects, see the Public Works Projects website. 

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The Junior and/or Assistant Engineer will support and gradually lead a variety of projects related to infrastructure improvements, traffic system operations and upgrades, development plan review and permitting, and more. The Engineering Team is committed to fostering an environment where every member can grow, explore new interests, and elevate the team as a whole. As such, we are seeking a candidate who brings curiosity, a willingness to learn, and the desire to connect with the collaborative energy that defines our team.

The Ideal Candidate will possess an understanding of civil engineering principles and have strong critical thinking, communication and organizational skills that allow them to effectively manage a variety of assignments and support on various projects. They will have a strong desire to enhance services for the community and the interest to develop human-centered engineering solutions. They will have the opportunity to interact with and oversee consultant professionals.

The successful candidate will be flexibility assigned to support one or more engineering divisions while collaborating with other DPW divisions and City departments. Prior experience in municipal engineering and/or customer service is desirable.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Foundational Civil Engineering Knowledge

• Reading Comprehension

• Communication & Team Collaboration

• Problem Solving & Initiative

• Attention to Detail & Accountability

• Open-minded & Flexible

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. CLICK HERE for the full job spec.

• Develops Requests for Qualifications (RFQs) and participate with other department staff in the selection of consulting engineers.
• Prepares and/or assists in the preparation of plans, specifications and estimates pertaining to construction projects.
• Interprets plans and specifications.
• Makes engineering calculations, completes design drawings, makes and revises maps, charts and diagrams.
• Conducts pre-construction meetings with contractors to establish job requirements, i.e., timing, noise level, traffic impact.
• Performs field inspections of various municipal construction projects, in progress and upon completion.
• Prepares written reports on civil engineering issues/projects for the department.
• Meets with a variety of public and private officials, individually and/or in a group setting, on civil engineering matters.
• Research and make recommendations on civil engineering issues/problems.
• Performs project management on Capital Projects during the design, environmental, bidding, and construction phases of the project.
• Performs Resident Engineer duties on Capital Projects during construction.
• Performs inspection and enforcement duties to ensure compliance with applicable design standards, specifications, contracts and legal documents, codes and ordinances.
• Review plans and maps submitted by private developers for conformity with laws, ordinances, City imposed requirements and accepted professional standards with the goal of protecting the health, safety, and welfare of the community.
• Researches publications and industry information sources and attends conferences and continuing education courses to keep abreast of new developments in the field of public works engineering.
• May attend and present information at public meetings.

SHAPING THE CITY’S QUALITY OF LIFE & INFRASTRUCTURE

Junior and Assistant Engineers have the opportunity to make an impact on the community by

• Conducting field inspections and visits to verify site conditions and compliance with City standards;
• Responding to community concerns and by building good rapport with members of the public;
• Enhancing connectivity and user safety through multi-modal projects;
• Reviewing permit applications and plans to ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulations;
• Improving public access through sidewalk and roadway enhancements;
• Overseeing contractors on various infrastructure projects for quality assurance and project compliance
• Developing exhibits and plans for traffic enhancements and pilot projects.

And so much more!

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Junior Engineer is the entry level engineer classification. The position requires a BS degree in Civil Engineering and does not require any formal work experience or engineering certification.
   
• Assistant Engineer is the initial classification in the engineering job class series requiring EIT and two years of Junior Engineer level experience (a master’s degree shall count for 1 year of post degree engineering experience).

LICENSES

• Assistant Engineer requires an Engineer in Training (EIT) certification.
• Both levels: A valid drivers’ license.

BENEFITS

This position is a regular position of the City’s Western Council of Engineers (WCE) employee group and is eligible to receive benefits including but not limited to:

• MEDICAL | City group health coverage, with the City paying a fixed dollar amount toward the cost of the monthly insurance premium. Employee only: $950.00; Employee plus one: $1,900.00; Family: $2,400.00
• DENTAL | Premium fully paid for employee plus eligible dependents.
• VISION | Premium fully paid for employee.
• VACATION LEAVE | 10 days annually, increases after 3 years of service
• SICK LEAVE | 12 days annually
• HOLIDAYS | 12 paid City holidays plus 1 floating holiday per year
• COMPENSATORY TIME option
• BEREAVEMENT LEAVE | Up to 5 days paid leave
• END OF LIFE CARE LEAVE | Up to 80 hours paid leave
• PAID PARENTAL LEAVE (if eligible) | Up to 300 hours paid leave. WCE employees also contribute to State Disability Insurance (SDI)
• LIFE INSURANCE & AD&D | $5,000 Life Insurance and a $5,000 AD&D benefit
• LONG TERM DISABILITY | 66.67% of salary, up to $1,000 per month
• RETIREMENT | Enrollment in the Marin County Retirement System (MCERA) pension plan, a defined benefit retirement program
  • Tier 2 - hired on or after 7/1/2011: 2% @ 55, Average of 3 highest years
  • Tier 3 PEPRA - hired on or after 1/1/2013: 2% @ 62, Average of 3 highest years
• DEFERRED COMPENSATION | City will contribute one percent (1.06%) of base pay into a City-provided deferred compensation plan
• GYM MEMBERSHIP REIMBURSEMENT | Up to $198 per year
• BILINGUAL PAY (if eligible) | Up to $250 per month

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

About the Department

Are you ready to join a team that is “Building Community Through Fun?”

Are you ready to make a difference?

The City of San José’s Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services (PRNS) is looking for people who want to make San José a better place to live and visit. Our mission is to connect people through parks, recreation, and neighborhood services for an active San José. ActivateSJ, PRNS’s strategic plan, envisions healthy communities that inspire belonging by following the guiding principles of stewardship, nature, equity & access, identity, and public life.
 
The Department creates and activates thriving public places, including over 40 community centers, 10 regional parks, over 200 neighborhood parks, Happy Hollow Park & Zoo, and over 65 miles of trail. We also offer diverse programming for all ages and abilities. We take a fun approach to public service, and value the public’s trust. Our team is collaborative, supportive, and innovative. We are a fast-paced organization that takes decisive action after thoughtful planning.
 
For more information, please visit sanjoseca.gov/prns.
 

Position Duties:

The total salary range for the Parks, Recreation, and Facilities Supervisor classification $112,563.36 - $137,220.72 annually.

This amount includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates’ qualifications and experience. 

The Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services (PRNS) Department is currently seeking to fill one (1) Parks, Recreation, and Facilities Supervisor position in the Recreation Division overseeing the Citywide Aquatics Program. The position will be responsible for the oversight and administration of the Aquatics programs at six (6) city owned facilities including one (1) year-round program. The position is responsible for all related duties to the operation and maintenance of the programs and its facilities. This includes but is not limited to the development and implementation of the Learn to Swim Program, Recreation Swim Program, training programs, staff certifications, contracts with external partnerships, and management of Full Time and Part Time seasonal staff.

The position will also be responsible for the oversight of maintenance and related capital improvements necessary to maintain all City owned pools in good working order consistent with local, State, and Federal requirements. This includes but is not limited to daily pool chemistry checks, pool vacuuming, monitoring of automated pool chemistry systems, development of annual capital plan for pools, and any other necessary duties to maintain the pools in good working order.

Bilingual applicants speaking a second language such as Spanish or Vietnamese are encouraged to apply.   

The Parks, Recreation, and Facilities Supervisor (PRFS) positions perform duties that may require knowledge in a variety of subject areas, such as recreation, therapeutic recreation programs, and/or gerontology recreation programs, and care and shelter coordination. The PRFS assigned to the Recreation Division performs duties that may require knowledge in a variety of subject areas, such as recreation, therapeutic recreation programs, and/or gerontology recreation programs. The PRFS may be assigned to Community Center operations, Citywide service areas (including leisure, seniors, therapeutics, or aquatics). Community Center operations include responsibilities in leading a team at a multi service HUB including seniors, adults, and youth programs in addition to recreation programming throughout the Council District at satellite sites. PRFS’ assigned to Citywide roles will be responsible for the administration and delivery of major citywide recreation programming related to the areas assigned to that PRFS. The positions must have the ability to constantly adjust to changing conditions and support a wide variety of customers, agencies, partners and department staff. 

In some assignments the PRFS may be responsible for ensuring the proper maintenance and operation of City Parks by supervising interpretive and education programs for City park users, ensuring safe, secure parks; maintaining and conserving natural features and wildlife in City parks and coordinating emergency services within parks, such as search and rescue and fire suppression. The positions must have the ability to constantly adjust to changing conditions and support a wide variety of customers, agencies, and department staff.

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

• Supervises, trains, and evaluates subordinate staff and their work. 
• Gathers and compiles routine statistical, program, race, and ethnicity data. 
• Prepares and reviews records, forms, reports, permit applications, and grant reporting.
• May handle cash and perform cash reconciliation, monitors and tracks budgets. 
  • Prepares, controls, and implements budgets for specialized service programs within assigned area and provides budget input for personnel, equipment, supplies, and related items. 
  • Estimates equipment, material, manpower, and time necessary for work completion; sets priorities. Ensures all City safety protocols are followed. Responsible for equipment and inventory control. 
  • Ensures that recreation public facilities/structures are maintained in a clean, safe condition. Conserves and preserves natural open space for public enjoyment. Recommending improvements and inspects projects to maintain and restore natural resources in City Parks, undeveloped City/Park lands.
  • Plans, coordinates, and supervises comprehensive recreation activities for all age groups. 
  • Supervises public contact, liaison work, and preparation/presentation of programs related to recreation service programs.
    • Provides information regarding services and programs available through all forms of media.
  • Develops, reviews and/or supervises contracts for development, operations, projects, or sponsorships. 
  • Supervises development of resources through fundraising, solicitation of donations or co-sponsorships, and obtaining grants to support programs.
  • Responsible for administration of revenue generating activities including fee collections, revenue projections, and revenue analysis.
    • May develop proposals for methods to enhance the facility or operation with non-traditional funding sources or alternative manpower resources. 
    • Researches, evaluates, and recommends new and existing policy and/or organizational changes aimed at organizational development and improvements.
    • Aligns program objectives and work plans with the goal of better supporting the department’s cost recovery, fee generation, and financial sustainability targets. 
    • Performs other related work, as required. 
    • If assigned to fieldwork, possess ability lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects (such as equipment) up to 50 pounds, or heavier weights, in all cases with the use of proper equipment.
    • Daily Pool Chemistry Checks
    • Pool Vacuuming as needed
    • Annual preseason opening and closing efforts of City owned pools
    • Management and planning of annual maintenance of the City owned pools
    • Participate in the development of annual Capital budget to support pool repairs
    • Evaluate and implement spending plan for Pool operations budget and maintenance budget
    • Possess desirable professional certifications including:
    • American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, and Basic First Aid
    • Water Safety Instructor
    • Instructor Trainer:
      • Water Safety Instructor
      • Lifeguard Training
    • Certified Pool Operator or Aquatics Facility Operator
    • Additional trainings as identified to support the oversight of the Aquatics Program 

How to apply:

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

  • https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sanjoseca/jobs/5160732/parks-recreation-facilities-supervisor-aquatics-parks-recreation-and-neighbo?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Applications are being accepted for the position of Economic Development Specialist with the City of South San Francisco in the Economic and Community Development Department. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  FRIDAY, JANUARY 9, 2026 AT 5:00 PM, OR UPON RECEIPT OF THE FIRST 100 ONLINE APPLICATIONS, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.

THE CITY OFFERS AN ATTRACTIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE, AS WELL AS CALPERS RETIREMENT PLAN AND SOCIAL SECURITY PARTICIPATION.

The Department

The Department of Economic and Community Development includes four dynamic divisions that together are responsible for the preservation and improvement of the physical and economic conditions of the South San Francisco community.

The goal of the Economic Development Division is to market the City’s many economic advantages in order to enhance the competitiveness of our local economy and to maintain a strong and diverse revenue and job base on the Peninsula. The Economic Development Division seeks to develop a viable urban community by:

• supporting the growth of local businesses and local industries; and
• expanding economic mobility opportunities for the community.