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The Department of Public Works is seeking well-qualified candidates for the position of Stationary Engineer II.

About the Department
The Department of Public Works plans, designs, constructs, operates, and maintains facilities and equipment that are safe and accessible to the clients of County agencies, the general public, and County employees. The Department advises the Board of Supervisors on all public works issues, including rates and charges for services that are fair to both the users and service providers.
 
Public Works has a budget of approximately $200 million and is comprised of over 300 employees in four divisions: Administrative Services and Airports, Engineering and Resource Protection, Facility and Capital Projects, and Road Services.
 
Facilities Maintenance & Operations
FM&O, short for Facilities Maintenance & Operations, ensures County facilities are safe, comfortable, and clean. From historic landmarks to modern offices, we keep things running smoothly.

The FM&O Stationary Engineers perform maintenance and repairs to the various plumbing, mechanical, and lighting systems throughout County facilities. These include boilers, chillers, pumps, motors, lamps, ballasts, drivers, toilets, sinks, and faucets as well as utilizing the lighting and building control systems to schedule and adjust run times of the various pieces of equipment. There are multiple Stationary Engineer I/II vacancies in FM&O.

Our team turns the screws, tightens the bolts, hammers the nails, paints the walls, and types in the codes to keep all the buildings and their systems working. If it's loose, stuck, hot, cold, light, or dark FM&O gets the call. Whatever it takes, our team does it with professionalism, care, and heart!
 
The Position
Under the direction of a Supervising Stationary Engineer, Stationary Engineers are responsible for a wide variety of repair and maintenance work in the areas of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, emergency power systems, water treatment systems, boiler equipment, and piping repair, building automation systems, and miscellaneous equipment repair. Stationary Engineer II is a journey-level classification, and incumbents are expected to have proficiency, perform independently, and solve complex problems in all of the areas listed above.

There are multiple vacancies to be filled throughout the Department. Work locations will include Redwood City Government Center, San Mateo Medical Center, Youth Services Center, and Maple Street Correctional Facility.
Candidates hired as Stationary Engineers must be willing to work evenings, weekends, and alternate shifts. They must also successfully obtain and maintain a Sheriff's Office security clearance as a condition of employment. 
 
The ideal candidates for these positions will have:

• At least three years of journey-level experience as a Stationary Engineer.
• A minimum of three years of journey-level experience in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Extensive knowledge and experience working with boiler and HVAC systems.
• Proficiency in a wide variety of installations and repairs on plumbing, gas system piping, chiller/boiler piping, and wastewater systems, including the ability to operate a large sewer snake.
• Certification as a Backflow Prevention Tester.
• Experience in energy management and computer-controlled systems.
• The ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain a variety of equipment, including air conditioning, electric motors, heating units, heat pumps, light commercial furnaces, burners, fresh air and exhaust fans, economizers, and humidifiers.
• Experience with Fire Alarm testing, troubleshooting, and NFPA codes.
• Experience in a hospital or healthcare setting.

Examples Of Duties:

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

• Operate, maintain, install, and repair electrical, refrigeration, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and ventilating systems.
• Operate, maintain, and repair boiler equipment.
• Repair and replace pipes, fittings, and other equipment used in plumbing, gas, and steam systems.
• Repair electrical equipment, including lamps, fixtures, and switches; adjust electrical controls, motors, and auxiliary equipment up to 480 volts.
• Test, operate, maintain, and repair emergency power systems, including UPS, emergency generators, and associated equipment.
• Use hand and power tools, including cutting and threading tools, grinders, reamers, wrenches, welders, saws, and other special tools.
• Make minor carpentry repairs to doors, windows, floors, and other parts of buildings.
• Do touch-up painting on repaired equipment.
• Remove or arrange for the removal of trash, pests, and other hazardous materials or debris in the course of performing work. 
• Properly place, set, and inspect traps, and collect and remove insects and pests.
• Reclaim or recycle refrigerant using Freon recovery systems.
• Operate water treatment facility, including wastewater and potable water.
• Adjust and calibrate boiler burners and controls.
• Adjust and calibrate chiller controls.
• Test, calibrate, and repair backflow devices.
• Calibrate HVAC controls and associated equipment.
• Monitor building management systems.
• Replace pumps and pump seals, and repair and replace motor valves.
• Repair and replace air conditioning units.
• Troubleshoot HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and energy power systems.
• Conduct preventative maintenance.
• Understand fire alarm systems.
• Repair and install chemical monitoring stations.
• Repair, test, and record data on generators.

If designated as the certified water treatment operator:

• Operate water treatment facility, including wastewater and potable water, consistent with performance standards, federal and state regulations, and variable operating conditions and emergencies.
• Make periodic inspections and reports of facility conditions to ensure adherence to maintenance procedures.
• Perform water sampling in coordination with the health laboratory.
• Maintain logs of facility operations, test results, scheduled maintenance, and other operating conditions.
• Control filter operations.
• Coordinate special projects related to water treatment and distribution, in close coordination with supervisor/manager.
• Troubleshoot complex technical problems related to water treatment and develop recommendations to improve water quality standards, facility effectiveness, and efficiency.
• Perform quality analysis of raw and treated water.
• Compile data concerning flows, chemical dosages, levels, pressure, volume, water quality, and other operational information.
• Prepare reports.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying.  
 

• Completion of courses related to maintenance, installation, and repair of electrical, HVAC, plumbing, refrigeration, and power equipment.
• Two years of journey-level experience as a stationary engineer or equivalent, AND demonstrated experience in maintaining, installing, and repairing electrical, HVAC, plumbing, refrigeration, and power equipment in a large building, plant, or vessel.
• Two years of experience can be substituted with the completion of an apprenticeship program.

Licensure/Certification:

• Must obtain and maintain Sheriff's Office security clearance.
• Universal Certification in Freon recovery upon hire.
• Obtain Backflow Certification within six months of hire and maintain certification.
• If designated as the water treatment operator, possession of or ability to obtain a valid Grade II Water Treatment Operator Certification issued by the State of California within six months of employment is required.

Knowledge of:

• Common safety practices in the workplace.
• Heating and electrical equipment.
• Principles and techniques used in stationary engineering.
• Proper and safe use of basic hand tools.
• Basic arithmetic for measuring, calibrating, and estimating.
• Steam and gas fired heating systems; refrigeration equipment; ventilating and air-conditioning equipment.
• Electrical, plumbing and refrigeration systems.
• Controls and control systems.
• Emergency power systems, generators, and associated equipment.
• Freon recovery procedures and equipment, if at Level II.
• Water treatment systems and operations, principles and practices, and regulatory mandates, if designated as certified water treatment operator.
• Safety rules, regulations, and work practices, including reference to hazardous chemicals.
• Basic record-keeping principles and practices.

Skill/Ability to:

• Follow safety practices.
• Troubleshoot and/or repair, replace, regulate and control electrical, refrigeration, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and ventilating systems.
• Determine and estimate materials required for a job and prepare requisitions.
• Use hand and power tools.
• Make metal parts and equipment.
• Perform minor carpentry and painting tasks.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate effectively, courteously, and professionally with customers and others.
• Read and interpret plans.
• Prepare and maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Operate standard office equipment, computers, and timekeeping systems.
• Lift and carry materials, supplies, and equipment; climb ladders; and crawl in tight spaces.
• Perform water treatment plan and distribution system operations and maintenance activities if at Level II and designated as water treatment operator. 

Application/Examination:

Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in classified regular, probationary, extra-help/limited term position 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), and an 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 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 to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted in addition to the standard County employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required application materials. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement.

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

Tentative Recruitment Schedule: 
Round 1 of Screening: Week of May 12, 2025
Round 1 of Panel Interviews: Week of May 16, 2025
Round 2 of Screening: Week of June 16, 2025
Round 2 of Panel Interviews: Week of July 7, 2025
Round 3 of Screening: Week of July 28, 2025
Round 3 of Panel Interviews: Week of August 11, 2025

The City of Brisbane is currently recruiting for non-sworn Police Officer Trainee candidates. This is for individuals that have no prior law enforcement experience and have not received POST certified police academy training. Trainees are paid while attending a POST-certified Police Academy. Upon successful completion of the police academy and upon availability of a Police Officer position, trainees are eligible to be sworn in as a Police Officer and become eligible for salary and benefits as outlined in the Brisbane Police Officers Association Memorandum of Understanding.

Police Officers are responsible for performing a wide variety of law enforcement duties involving the prevention of crime, protection of life and property, and the enforcement of laws and ordinances; control traffic flow and enforce state and local regulations; perform investigative work and other related police work assignments.  Duties and hours will vary with assignments.  A full job description is available online at www.brisbaneca.org. 

MAINTENANCE WORKER I 

Utilities Department – Water Section (current openings) and Wastewater Section

Public Works Department – Parks & Landscape Section and Streets, Stormwater & Drainage, & Trees Section

 

$5,062.00 - $7,122.52 Monthly Plus Excellent Benefits

Additional certificate pay available for job-related certifications and licenses (see MOU for details).

 

Additional steps (Step F, Step G, and Step H) included in the salary range listed above are available to employees in this job classification after completion of five years of service (Step F), ten years of service (Step G), and 15 years of service (Step H), and one year at the prior step, and good performance evaluations.  Initial salary placement is typically at the entry point of the range unless the candidate has prior Maintenance Worker experience which may warrant initial placement at a higher step.

 

Opportunity to work a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off.

 

The City of Gilroy is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity, equity, and inclusion. Join our team! 

ABOUT THE POSITION
The City of Gilroy is recruiting for multiple full-time Maintenance Worker I positions in our Water Section to help ensure every home, business, school, and park has access to clean and reliable water. From maintaining water lines to supporting emergency repairs, your work will directly impact the daily lives of our residents. For this recruitment, preference will be given to candidates who possess a State of CA D1 Water Distribution Certification, a Class A driver’s license, experience operating heavy equipment, and/or underground construction experience.

Although current vacancies are all in the Water section, this recruitment will also create an eligibility list for future openings in our other sections – Parks and Landscapes, and Streets/Stormwater & Drainage/Trees and the Wastewater Section. Interested candidates should apply and get on the eligibility list in the event an opening occurs in the future giving you the opportunity to explore a variety of career paths within public service. Eligibility lists are typically good for one year and may be extended for an additional year. 

The Water Section personnel are responsible for planning, operation, and maintenance of the City’s wells, and water distribution system ensuring a safe and reliable supply of drinking water. The duties also include managing booster pumps, reservoirs, routine system maintenance, water sampling and the monthly reading of all water meters. Additionally, they oversee the City of Gilroy’s Backflow Prevention Program to ensure compliance with California State regulations.

The Streets/Stormwater & Drainage/Trees Section personnel are responsible for maintaining and repairing the City's improved and unimproved streets, curbs and gutters, bikeways, public parking lots and parking lots at City facilities. Streets/Stormwater/Trees also cleans and maintains the storm drains throughout the City and provides 24-hour emergency tree response, neighborhood tree clearance pruning, removal and replacement of dead and unsound trees, planting trees in new subdivisions, as well as processing permits for citizens who want to plant, prune or remove a City tree. In addition, the team performs maintenance and repairs to the Cities stormwater infrastructure.

The Parks/Landscape Section personnel are responsible for planning and developing new parks, and landscaping within those parks. Responsibilities extend to maintaining landscaped areas, such as median islands in the downtown public right of way and throughout the City. The team also maintains and provides a weed abatement program around sound walls and around City owned facilities. Parks/Landscape maintains turf, irrigation, and park amenities such as, playgrounds, restrooms, an athletic complex and equipment throughout the park system and City facilities.Under direct supervision of supervisor, this position performs work in one of the sections as assigned: Water, Wastewater, Parks & Landscape, or Streets/Stormwater & Drainage/Trees. Employees in this job classification may rotate/transfer between the sections noted above as determined by the City and will be required to fully meet the job requirements, including the obtaining of certifications, when assigned to a specific for an extended period of time.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
The goal of maintenance operations is to enhance the quality of life for those who live, work, and visit the City of Gilroy. This is achieved by maintaining and preserving the City’s infrastructure through reliable, high-quality services that support public health, safety, and sustainability. The Operations team is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of essential services and public assets in accordance with state and federal regulations and industry best practices.

 THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL

• Have knowledge and related experience in one or more areas of municipal maintenance: street maintenance, wastewater distribution system maintenance, tree maintenance, and maintenance of city parks and landscaped areas. Given that the current openings are in the Water Section, candidates with experience pertaining to the work performed by this section will be given the strongest preference. 
• Be customer service oriented with the ability to communicate clearly with members of the public. 
• Have strong record keeping skills with the ability to effectively document work completed in public works software. 
• Possess a clean driving record with a commitment to safe driving at all times. A Class A driver’s license at time of hire is preferred. 
• Have experience operating heavy equipment such as loaders, dump trucks, backhoes, etc. 
• Have certifications and training in one or more areas of public works operations such as a Playground Inspection Certification, CWEA Water Collection System Grade I Certification, Qualified/Pesticide Applicator Certification, State CA Grade I Water Distribution and/or Water Treatment Certification, or other similar certifications. 
• Have knowledge and experience with work zone safety plans and set up. 
• Be safety oriented and have current knowledge of safety practices related to the work. 
• Be team-oriented and easy to get along with in a group setting. 
• Have a solid track record of being reliable and dependable – at work and on time each day. 
• Show initiative and have a “can do” and “get it right the first time” attitude. 
• Be high energy and excited to perform assigned work. 
• Have ability to follow both oral and written instructions. 

Water Section:

1. Perform general maintenance work on the water system, as well as repairs and replacement of water mains, water services, fire hydrants and water meters.
2. Perform building maintenance on water system facilities.
3. Take water quality samples per State of California regulations.
4. Read water meters.
5. May assist with backflow tests on City-owned backflow assemblies.
6. May assist with cross-connection surveys on City and private premises.

1. Perform landscape and ground maintenance around public buildings, recreation facilities, rights-of-way, and open areas.
2. Perform irrigation maintenance and repairs as necessary.
3. Remove garbage and litter from assigned facilities.
4. Clean and maintain park buildings and restrooms.
5. Assist in park development when required.
6. Perform or coordinate necessary plumbing, carpentry, painting, and related building maintenance and vandalism repair as assigned.
7. Work closely with the Recreation Division, other City departments, allied agencies, and the public to coordinate maintenance schedules with the use of assigned facilities.
8. Perform work in the support of the Recreation Division such as reservations, ball field preparation and clean-up, and special event preparation and clean up.
9. Take appropriate action, such as notifying a supervisor or appropriate authorities, when laws, regulations, and policies pertaining to public use of the parks and municipal facilities are not being followed.
10. May be assigned to work in different facilities throughout the City.
11. May coordinate requisition, procurement, and storage of janitorial supplies.
12. May perform support services during major functions that occur in City facilities.

1. Perform general maintenance and repair work involved in streets, trees, and storm drains.
2. May assist in building maintenance as assigned.

1. Operate and provide daily maintenance on equipment, vehicles, and hand and power tools as assigned.
2. Participate in related training programs.
3. Prepare and keep accurate records and reports.
4. Investigate service requests and complaints.
5. Conduct inspections.
6. Oversee the work of part-time and seasonal employees, volunteers, and others (such as Social Service and Department of Correction programs or individuals) as assigned.
7. Perform disaster relief work as required.
8. Perform related work as necessary and required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum twelfth (12th) grade education or G.E.D.
• One (1) year of construction, maintenance, or landscape experience. Prior work for a public agency or other similar service industry preferred, but not required.
• Possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License and a safe driving record necessary to operate assigned vehicle(s).
• Possess and maintain a valid California Class A Driver License within 12 months of hire/transfer. May be required to obtain endorsements. Must participate in the Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Testing program, which includes submission to random drug and alcohol testing at such time the employee possesses a commercial license permit or a commercial license.  
• When assigned to the Water Section, will be required to obtain a State of California Grade I Water Distribution Certification within twelve months of hire or transfer.
• When assigned to the Parks and Landscape Section, will be required to obtain a Qualified Applicators Certificate with any one Category within twelve months of hire or transfer.
• When assigned to the Street/ Wastewater/ Trees Section, must demonstrate proficiency in at least one of the following pieces of equipment within twelve months of hire or transfer: backhoe, paint truck, or Vactor. A training certificate may be required.
• Per the AFSCME MOU, due to stand-by and call out duties, employee assigned to the Water and Streets/Wastewater/Trees Sections must reside within sixty (60) minutes normal driving time of the City Corporation Yard prior to the completion of one year of work. Normal driving time is the most direct route, at the speed limit. Residency within the sixty (60) minute response must be maintained during the course of employment.
• May be subject to scheduled 7 day paid standby duty on a rotating basis.
• Subject to recall on a scheduled and/or emergency basis.
• Pass an employment background check which includes a Department of Justice criminal record check.
• Pass a post-offer medical examination, which includes a drug test. 
• Prefer non-tobacco user.

APPLICATION PROCESS

• APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: June 12, 2025, 5:00 pm

• PRACTICAL EXERCISES:  July 9, 2025

• ORAL PANEL INTERVIEWS:  July 23, 2025

• FINAL INTERVIEWS:  TBD

Note: The examination process/schedule may be changed as needed by the City. 

If you are interested in pursuing this exciting career opportunity, please attach and submit the following required items with your electronic NEOGOV application:

• Complete supplemental question responses included with application submittal
• Please upload and attached any related certifications – D1 Water, Class A license, etc.
• Cover letter that explains your specific interest in this position with the City of Gilroy is preferred
• Detailed resume focusing on relevant work experience and education is preferred

City Application Form – Candidates must complete the NEOGOV City of Gilroy application form for this position and submit online.  Please prepare attachments prior to completion of the NEOGOV application as incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Apply Online: 

Go to www.CityOfGilroy.org/jobs. You can apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and clicking on the "Apply" link. After viewing the Job Description, click the ‘Apply’ tab.  If this is the first time you are applying using our online job application, you will need to create an account and select a Username and Password. After your account has been established, you can import your resume from LinkedIn, upload it from a saved document on your computer, or manually enter your personal information. This application will be saved and used to apply for future job openings.

Only the most qualified applicants with the most relevant experience and education will be invited to continue in the selection process.  In addition, final candidates for the position are required to pass a background check, State of California Department of Justice criminal records check, medical evaluation, and drug screen, given at the City’s expense, prior to appointment. If special accommodations are necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Department right away at 408-846-0228. 

Attention: Communication regarding your status in this recruitment process will be conducted via e-mail. Be sure to include an e-mail address on the employment application. Applicants are responsible for notifying Human Resources of any changes to an e-mail address and/or other contact information.

THE CITY OF GILROY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND SUPPORTS WORKFORCE DIVERSITY.

Apply at www.CityOfGilroy.org/jobs

An exciting opportunity is now open!

Housing Programs Specialist II

Opening Date: March 11, 2025

Closing Date: March 26, 2025

Hourly Range: $34.44 - $46.15 DOQ

Bi-weekly: $2,755.20 - $3,692.00

(9/80 Work Schedule with alternating Fridays off).

This position will serve as the primary contact for all applicants applying for housing assistance programs and the administration of rental assistance programs. The incumbent will perform technical and programmatic aspects, requiring the interpretation and application of regulations, policies, and procedures to determine the eligibility of program services, ensuring accurate processing of data, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. 

What our Team is looking for:
Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience likely to provide the required core competencies may be considered. A typical combination that is qualifying may include:

• An associate degree with coursework in liberal arts, humanities, social work, business, public administration, or a related field.
• Two (2) years of responsible experience providing direct client services including caseload management functions with an assisted housing or other social services program and customer service.
• A bachelor’s degree is desirable.
• Bilingual skills are desired, but not required.

For further information or details please contact Molly Ibarra, Human Resources Analyst at molly.ibarra@scchousingauthority.org or (408) 993-2975.

APPLICATION PROCESS

If you are interested in pursuing this exciting career opportunity, please attach and submit the following required items with your application:

• A completed Santa Clara County Housing Authority online application including supplemental responses.
• A detailed resume that highlights your related skills and experience is required.

Candidates must complete the Santa Clara County Housing Authority application form for this position and submit online. Please note that incomplete applications will not be accepted.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

Applicants are required to complete the Supplemental Questionnaire. This will be used throughout the process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications for the position.

The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
  
The Santa Clara County Housing Authority is an Equal Opportunity and does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, medical, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by law. Qualified individuals with a disability will receive reasonable accommodation, as required by the California Family Rights Act (CFRA), and federal laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504, during any phase of the selection process, providing such request is made to Human Resources at least five working days in advance. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. Under federal law, all employees must provide documents that authorize the right to work in the United States.

We have an immediate need for a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager

Please apply to the position(s) you are interested in!

Opening Date: March 19, 2025

Closing Date: April 9, 2025 

(Interviews Week of April 21, 2025)

Senior Project Manager, Real Estate Development: $139,130 – $186,447 Annual DOQ

Project Manager, Real Estate Development: $126,356 - $169,330 Annual DOQ

After training period, hybrid work schedule of 2-3 days minimum per week in office (Downtown San Jose)

9/80 Work Schedule with alternating Fridays off.

The Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is the county’s largest provider of affordable housing, helping make rental housing safe and affordable for approximately 20,000 low-income households.

How You Will Make an Impact:

SCCHA’s Real Estate Development Division is a mission oriented, dynamic, and collaborative team, working closely together to creatively develop new affordable housing as well as preserve existing assets in service of the tenants and communities we serve. By embedding the innovative spirit of the Silicon Valley into our agency’s culture, we are elevating our efforts to address the affordable housing shortage in Santa Clara County. To ensure equity and justice, we prioritize housing developments for extremely low-income individuals and families that embrace residents’ lived experiences. Our resident-centered approach leverages our real estate capacity, talented staff, and community partnerships. 

We are looking for a dynamic individual who will be a part of the real estate department and help us to develop a pipeline of over 20 projects and over 1500 units of affordable housing. We are looking for team players who are excellent and creative problem solvers and who enjoy the challenge of a variety of projects ranging from new construction multi-family housing to the renovation and rehabilitation of existing structures to the repurposing of commercial properties and master planning for affordable housing.

Position Summary

Under general direction of the Deputy General Manager of Bus, the Bus Transit division, contributes to the mission of Golden Gate Transit by ensuring that Golden Gate Transit has the best possible trained Bus Operators. This position will monitor Bus Operator instructors, including observing the road operations to ensure adherence to Operating and Safety Policy and Procedures; monitor Bus Operators for safe operations of vehicles, uniform compliance; and enforcement of District rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. It will also monitor and document Bus Operator Students’ performance, responds to and investigate accidents.
 

Essential Responsibilities

• Oversees training classes for newly hired bus operators, including obstacle course, classroom and “over the road” instruction by delivering standardized curriculum.
• Monitors classroom curriculum, including itinerary, lesson plans, training and testing materials and implement training for newly hired and existing bus operators and for other bus training requirements.
• Oversees the following training: 
  1. Refresher training for bus operators returning to work after extended absence. 
  2. Verification of Transit Training Classes for existing bus operators and other commercially licensed employees who need to maintain V.T.T. status. 
  3. Re-train bus operators as directed by disciplinary hearings on accidents or rule violations. 
  4. Trains Driver Instructors and Transportation Supervisors on new equipment and provide them with outlines and checklists. 
  5. ADA training for persons with disabilities in partnership with passenger relations and planning department. 
• Acts as designated D.M.V. examiner in the testing and certification of bus operators and/or coordinates with D.M.V. to get student operators V.T.T. cards and license conversations.
• Ensures maintenance of complete and accurate documentation on every facet of training and testing for each student as required and mandated by state and federal governments.
• Monitors progressive trainees and performs regular individual coaching/counseling and progress evaluations of student operators. 
• Provides training and guidance as well as work assignments to Driver Training Instructors
• Supervises Bus Operators fitness -for -duty as they report to work, including observing for divergencies from normal behavior patterns, uniform appearance, grooming and possessions of driving credentials and medical card.
• Works with the Director of Transit Training and Safety on compliance with D.O.E., D.O.T., and D.M.V. training and documentation requirements
• Prepares and/or attends D.M.V. or CHP audits.
• Handles terminations and separations of trainees who fail to meet minimum standards during the program.
• Coordinates local Bus Roadeos, represents GGT as necessary and assist in the structure and the presentation of the annual Regional Bus Roadeo
• Instructs and monitors operations of G.F.I farebox and radio systems.
• Performs driver safety observations by riding on board buses or observing from a moving vehicle or fixed location and provide written reports on these observations. 
• Issues infractions for violations of safety policy and procedures as well as testifies on training or related fields at bus operator hearings, arbitrations, or trials. 
• Ensure employees under their supervision follow established safe work practices and obey all safety rules.
• Assists in collision investigations as required or requested.
• Knows and follows the safety and health rules and safe working practices applicable to his or her job.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with District employees, customers, vendors, and all others contacted during the course of work using principles of excellent customer service.
• Performs additional related duties as assigned.
• Regular and reliable attendance and performance are required.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience equivalent to:

• Bachelor’s degree in transportation studies, public administration, education, or related field. Additional qualifying position-related experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis in lieu of the education requirement.
• Position requires a minimum of five-years commercial driving experience as an inter-city transit Full Time Bus Operator.
• In addition, must have two-years of classroom training and/or instruction experience and three-years supervisory experience that includes staffing, counseling, coaching, training, motivating and disciplining others. 
• Must have intermediate and proficient computer skills. including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, and Power Point. Computer aided dispatching software experience is preferred.
• Experience in traffic collision investigation and or safety enforcement is preferred. 
• Experience as a Transit Transportation Supervisor is desirable.
• Must be available to work weekends and nights. 

Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, participate and lead a crew in operating grounds equipment; perform maintenance, landscaping and gardening work on school grounds, fields and assigned areas.

Link to apply: https://www.edjoin.org/Home/JobPosting/2055925

An exciting opportunity is now open!

Asset Management Coordinator

$41.85 – $56.08 Hourly DOQ

Opening Date: March 13, 2025

Closing Date: April 4, 2025

Target Interview Date: April 10, 2025

Are you interested in making an impact in the community? The Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is the county’s largest provider of affordable housing, and envisions a future where we, as an organization, become a relevant community leader, expanding our commitment to increasing the supply of safe and affordable living environments for low-income families. 

How You Will Make an Impact:

The Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is seeking an Asset Management Coordinator to support the agency's affordable housing initiatives and asset management goals. The Coordinator handles a mix of technical and administrative tasks, including responding to inquiries, researching and compiling information, and managing specialized reporting projects. Additionally, the role involves tracking and reconciling financial, operational, and statistical records. The Coordinator also provides confidential support to management, staff, and various boards. This position assists with onboarding new hires and manages office arrangements for team members. It's a dynamic position requiring a mix of organizational skills and attention to detail.

This position requires knowledge of asset management, property maintenance, construction project management, capital planning and systems management, budget preparation, and financial modeling to analyze portfolio performance. 

What Our Team Is Looking For: 

Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience likely to provide the required core competencies may be considered. A typical combination that is qualifying may include: 

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in community development, business, economics, urban planning, civil engineering, architecture, or a related field; and

A minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience performing asset management, real estate development, property management, and/or construction management functions.

Certification as a California Notary public is desirable.

Certifications in Section 8 and LIHTC compliance, Fair Housing and Excel experience is desirable.

Possession of a valid California Driver's License and satisfactory driving record at the time of appointment is required as a condition of initial and continued employment only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than the employee's ability to get to/from various work locations promptly, is necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. 

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Accountant II

Hourly Range: $47.36 - $63.47 DOQ

Bi-weekly: $3,789.05 - $5,077.69

Opening Date: March 18, 2025

Closing Date: April 18, 2025

Priority Screening: April 1, 2025

(9/80 Work Schedule with alternating Fridays off) 

 The Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is the county’s largest provider of affordable housing, helping make rental housing safe and affordable for approximately 20,000 low-income households. 

How You Will Make an Impact:

The Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Accountant II to join our dynamic team. This role involves performing a range of complex and varied technical and professional accounting tasks, including auditing, analyzing, and verifying financial records and reports. The incumbent will play a crucial role in managing the financial activities of an affordable housing portfolio of about 30 properties. This would include the preparation of financial and statistical reports, coordinate annual audits, assist with budget preparation, and ensure the accuracy and compliance of financial statements.

Our team promotes a collaborative and innovative culture, emphasizing open communication and creative problem-solving. We approach challenges with positivity and flexibility. In this role, you’ll gain valuable experience in project accounting, especially for development and construction projects, and enhance your skills in financial statement preparation and reconciliation within our affiliate non-profit portfolio.

The ideal candidate should possess strong written and verbal communication skills, critical thinking, and innovative problem-solving abilities. Collaboration skills to work with property accountants who manage the accounting activities for the affordable housing properties. They must be adaptable, able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. A solid understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and strong data analysis skills are highly preferred, along with proficiency in accounting software and advanced Microsoft Excel.

What Our Team Is Looking For: 

Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience likely to provide the required core competencies may be considered. A typical combination that is qualifying may include: 

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, or business, or closely related field; and  
• At least (2) years of professional accounting experience, ideally project-based accounting and auditing.