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Have you ever thought about a career where your legal skills will be put into practice in a myriad areas of the law on a daily basis?
Our diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7,000 employees play a key role in the success of San José, the heart of the Silicon Valley.
Have you ever thought about a career where your legal skills will be put into practice in a myriad areas of the law on a daily basis?
Are you passionate about expanding your experiences from court appearances on criminal law matters to advising key City staff on issues involving Constitutional Law, Land Use, Cable and Franchise laws, Criminal law, Transactions, Public Records Act, the Brown Act, and so much more?
Do you enjoy problem-solving, collaborating in a team setting, and putting your communication and writing skills to use?
Do you want to gain a strong understanding and ability to advise key city department heads and staff members on the interpretation and application of law, regulations, and best practices related to topics such as land use, employment law, and elections law?
Then we want to talk to you!
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education/Training:
Experience:
License or Certificate:
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The Ideal Candidate Will Possess:
A strong foundation of relevant experience in the field.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Sound judgment and the ability to make informed decisions.
A proactive and adaptable approach to changing priorities.
The ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
A collaborative mindset and commitment to teamwork.
Leadership potential and a dedication to continuous improvement.
A passion for public service and contributing to the City's mission.
We’re proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that supports your health, financial well-being, and professional growth—because we believe taking care of our team is essential to serving our community.
Health & Wellness
Retirement & Financial Planning
Paid Leave & Holidays
Professional Development
Insurance Coverage
We also host a full calendar of employee appreciation events and activities to celebrate the incredible work our team does year-round.
This information is intended to give an overview of the benefits available to City employees. It is not intended to be a contract (expressed or implied), nor is it intended to otherwise create any legally enforceable obligations on the part of the City, its agents or its employees.
Click apply and attach a current resume! You only need to complete the boxes on the application marked with a star/asterisk (*) and the supplemental questionnaire. The most qualified candidates will be invited to the next steps in our hiring process.
This recruitment is reviewing applications on a rolling basis. Recruitment may close at any time or when 50 applications are received. First official review of applications after 2 weeks. Candidates who possess the best combination of qualifications will be invited by e-mail to the next steps in our process.
*ALL OFFERS OF EMPLOYMENT ARE CONTINGENT UPON THE FOLLOWING:
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance in the selection process, please notify the Human Resources Division, in writing.
City of Simi Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer Encouraging Workforce Diversity.
Our diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7,000 employees play a key role in the success of San José, the heart of the Silicon Valley. All City of San José employees work together as one team to make San José a vibrant, innovative, and desirable place to live and work. Visit here to learn more about our One Team Leadership Values and Expectations, including quality and excellent customer service and here to learn more about San José.
The City of San José is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of San José is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 408-535-1285, 711 (TTY), or via email at CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov.
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 José's website at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sanjoseca/jobs/5171429-0/public-information-manager-environmental-services-department
The Environmental Services Department (ESD) is a national leader in pollution prevention, watershed protection, utility service provision, and climate action. Together, ESD employees positively impact every resident and business in San Jose.
Our department is an exceptional place to start or grow your career. We have a supportive leadership team, numerous professional growth opportunities, and an inclusive workplace culture that is welcoming of your talents! We offer an array of meaningful career paths and value flexibility – offering hybrid work and alternative work schedules in select roles. Additionally, the City offers excellent health and pension benefits, as well as 15 paid holidays!
To learn more about ESD, follow @sjenvironment on X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, Instagram, and San Jose Environmental Services on LinkedIn.
Public Information Manager – Environmental Services Department
The Environmental Services Department (ESD) is seeking an experienced communicator with a diverse skillset to lead the Communications Division.
The Environmental Services Department’s mission is to deliver world-class utility services and programs to improve health, environment, and economy. ESD manages garbage and recycling services; watershed protection and pollution prevention; municipal drinking water and recycled water; sustainability initiatives; and the operation and infrastructure improvements of the San José-Santa Clara Regional Wastewater Facility (RWF). It is one of the largest City departments with about 600 staff members, a $470M operating budget, and a $2B 30-year RWF Capital Improvement Program. ESD also partners with other City departments including Transportation and Public Works to provide sewer and storm services to residents and businesses.
The Public Information Manager leads a team of 11 full time employees, to develop and implement a range of communication strategies and messages related to all the utility programs and services across the department including public awareness and behavior change outreach campaigns, regulatory compliance, rate noticing, and emergency/crisis communications. The Public Information Manager is responsible for internal and external communications.
Typical duties include but are not limited to:
The ideal candidate has excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and experience in community outreach and stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience developing and executing communication plans using a wide range of appropriate tactics including traditional and new media. Creativity, good judgment, initiative, and the ability to build strategic partnerships within the City and with other stakeholders, including media, are essential.
Salary Information
The annual salary range for this classification is:
$156,849.42 – $191,978.02
This salary range includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates’ qualifications and experience.
Education: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in journalism, mass media communications, public relations, public information, advertising, or marketing or a closely related field.
Experience: Six (6) years of increasingly responsible journalism, mass media communications, public relations, public information, advertising, or marketing experience or experience in a closely related field, including three (3) years of supervisory experience.
Licensing Requirements: Valid California Driver’s License may be required.
Form 700 requirement: This position requires a disclosure of outside investments, real property interest, income, and business positions. You must complete and file an “Assuming Office Form 700” with the City Clerk’s Office within the first 30 days of employment with the office.
The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history.
Job Expertise – Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.
Collaboration – Develops networks and builds alliances; engages in cross-functional activities.
Communication Skills – Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people’s ideas and thoughts.
Decision Making – Identified and understand issues, problems, and opportunities; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions.
Fiscal Management – Understands the relationship of the budget and resources to the strategic plan; complies with administrative controls over funds, contracts, and procurements.
Leadership – Leads by example; demonstrates high ethical standards; remains visible and approachable and interacts with others on a regular basis; promotes a cooperative work environment; encourages and rewards risk-taking, allowing others to learn from mistakes; provides motivational support and direction.
Initiative – Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems; is proactive and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance.
Problem Solving – Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem(s); collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome.
Project Management – Ensures support for projects and implements agency goals and strategic objectives.
Selection Process:
The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews.
If you have questions about the duties of this position, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Ernesto Zamaguey at Ernesto.Zamaguey@sanjoseca.gov.
Additional Information:
Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.
You must answer all job-specific questions to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applicants are expected to write their own essays/responses.
Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system.
This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.
Please allow adequate time to complete the application and submit before the deadline or the system may not save your application. If your online application was successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, please email CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov and we will research the status of your application.
AI and the Hiring Process
We recognize that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming part of daily life and can be a valuable tool for learning, research, and professional growth. We encourage candidates to use AI responsibly as a support in preparing application materials, live assessments, and interviews. However, we value authenticity, accuracy and truthfulness. Application responses and interview answers must reflect your own knowledge, skills, and experiences. While AI can supplement preparation, it cannot replace the originality and judgment we look for in our employees. This ensures fairness, transparency, and equity for all applicants in the hiring process.
