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The Controller's Office of the County of San Mateo seeks highly qualified candidates for the position of Property Tax Specialist. 

 

Under general direction, performs professional apportionment work relating to secured and unsecured property taxes in the Property Tax Division of the Controller’s Office.

 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This Property Tax Specialist is a single classification in the Controller’s Office. The incumbent performs journey-level work in the processing and apportionment of secured and unsecured property taxes. This class is distinguished from the Senior Property Tax Specialist, which is the supervisory level in the Property Tax Specialist series.

 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general direction from the Senior Property Tax Specialist.

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

 

Examples Of Duties

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

• Explains to other jurisdictions, departments, taxing agencies, and consultants on issues and processes relating to tax apportionment.

• Explains to taxing agencies regarding their revenue allocation and projected revenues for the year.

• Apportion monies, including secured, unsecured, impounded, redeemed, and other taxes.

• Prepares and submits tax revenue reports required by the State Controller, the State Board of Equalization, and Community College Districts.

• Coordinates and maintains continuous contact with the County Assessor's office and the Tax Collector's office to ensure the successful completion of the Auditor's Office portion of the monthly tax processing schedules.

• Calculates estimated levy based on ERAF and AB8 factors.

• Balances and reconciles tax collection data received from the Tax Collector-Treasurer’s Office.

• Reconciles and allocates supplemental tax apportionment to taxing agencies.

• Reconciles and apportions secured and unsecured taxes, including advances and clean up.

• Maintains accurate records of disbursements and reconciling worksheets, ledgers, and journal entries to account for apportionments.

• Analyze and prepare varied tax reports.

• Performs basic accounting processes and functions.

• Regularly engage with taxpayers and other customers, delivering prompt, professional, and high-quality customer service. Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Experience and Education:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying.  
 
A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skills is:
  
Education: Graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance, business administration, or a closely related field.
  
Experience: One year of responsible accounting work, preferably in a governmental or public agency, which includes work experience in property tax accounting.
 

Knowledge of:

• Working knowledge of the laws, ordinances, and regulations governing the financial operation of the County, especially those regarding property tax accounting. 

• Rules and procedures relating to the compilation, maintenance, and reconciliation of tax rolls.

• Accounting theory, principles, practices, procedures, and terminology of general, fund, and governmental accounting. 

• Basic auditing and financial reconciliation principles and methods.

• Property tax apportionment and procedures used in the maintenance of property tax records.

• Principles and practices of business data processing, particularly as it relates to the processing of accounting information. 

• Principles of public finance and taxation.

• Applicable laws regulating public fiscal operations. 

• Budgeting principles and terminology.

Skill/Ability to:

• Review, analyze, interpret, and reconcile tax reports.

• Exercise sound independent judgment within established policy guidelines.  

• Make accurate mathematical and statistical calculations. 

• Establish and maintain effective working relations. 

• Understand and interpret the principles, laws, and procedures involved in property tax accounting and apportionment.

• Gather and analyze data and prepare reports.

• Perform detailed work involving numerical data.

• Document processes and maintain accurate records and files for year-end reporting and audit purposes.

• Understand and explain the relationship between accounting records and documents for recording and reporting purposes.

• Independently reconcile discrepancies within the assigned record-keeping system.

• Prioritize work to meet deadlines accordingly.

Application/Examination

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, or extra-help/limited term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score.

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 based on the candidates' applications and responses to the supplemental questions (weight: pass/fail). Candidates who pass the application screening may 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. Applicants meeting 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 visit http://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Final Filing Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026, 11:59 PM PST
Application Screening: March 23 - 27, 2026
Civil Service Panel Interview: April 7 and/or 8, 2026

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

The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity in order 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.
 

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

Analyst: Sedrick Dixon (03052026) (Property Tax Specialist - E018)

ABOUT THE CITY

We offer a wide range of meaningful career opportunities with potential for growth, training and development, competitive salaries, flexible work schedules, paid time off, and robust benefits. The Redwood City team is guided by excellence, integrity, service, collaboration, inclusion, and innovation.  Inherent in these values is a great organizational culture based on trust, strong and supportive leadership, respect, risk-taking, empowerment, and effective communication.

The community is known for its inclusivity, strong engaged neighborhoods, and civic pride. The City works diligently to maintain positive and productive relationships with community partners, together providing outstanding services, programs and opportunities for residents and businesses. This mix of tradition and progress, community and diversity, makes Redwood City an extraordinary place to work and call home. If you’re looking to grow your career as a part of a hard-working and fun Fire Department team that fosters innovation, creativity and collaboration, we hope you’ll apply.  

ABOUT THE FIRE DEPARTMENT

The Department includes seven fire stations housing seven engines and one truck company, led by a Fire Chief, and staffed by over 95 employees including Firefighters, Firefighter/Paramedics, Captains, Battalion Chiefs, two Deputy Fire Chiefs, Fire Prevention staff, Training staff, and Administrative staff.

Mission Statement

To protect life, property, and the environment from fire, medical, disaster, and hazardous materials related incidents through emergency mitigation, public education and code enforcement.

Commitment

To deliver high quality, professional and effective customer service.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The City of Redwood City invites you to apply for the position of ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT. The current opening is in the Fire Department and provides an excellent opportunity for an innovative and creative professional seeking variety and challenge. Reporting directly to the Management Analyst, this high-impact role is a key member of the Department’s administrative team.

The successful candidate will serve as the Departments payroll timekeeper. Additional responsibilities include managing executive scheduling, processing invoices and payroll, assisting with the Department’s annual budget, and supporting purchasing card administration. This position requires strong organizational skills, discretion in handling confidential information, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced public safety environment.

The candidate should be a confident, organized, and enthusiastic self-starter able to work well with a large, diverse staff.  The successful candidate will oversee and coordinate office support functions, including project management and other related duties as required.  Good written and oral communications skills are required. 

Typical duties may include the following:

Provides oversight to one or multiple programmatic areas, depending on the department to which assigned; ensures that work is completed in an appropriate manner and that program goals are met; recommends and implements policy or procedural changes related to the programmatic area(s); may develop the budget and time schedules for the programmatic area(s). Conducts administrative, operational, budgetary, financial, procedural or other information or research projects related to the department or functional area to which assigned; analyzes alternatives and makes recommendations regarding such matters as administrative policies, budget development, staffing, productivity and other matters. Attends to a variety of office administrative details such as following up on projects, transmitting information, keeping informed of departmental activities, processing payroll forms, arranging equipment and supply purchase, equipment maintenance, attending meetings and serving on a variety of committees. Confers with staff of other City departments, representatives of government, community, business and public agencies and the public. Initiates specified correspondence independently for signature by appropriate management, supervisory or professional staff; reviews finished materials for completeness, accuracy, format, compliance with policies and procedures, and appropriate English usage; uses a computer or word processor and appropriate word processing, desktop publishing and spreadsheet software. Receives and screens visitors and telephone calls, providing information which requires tact, discretion and the interpretation of policies and procedures; takes messages or refers the caller to the proper person. Researches and compiles a variety of informational materials from sources both inside and outside the office; summarizes such information as directed and may prepare reports from such materials. Organizes and maintains various office files, including personnel and tickler files; purges files as required. Provides supervision to office support staff; plans, assigns and reviews work; trains staff in work procedures. May serve as secretary to a Board or Commission, preparing agendas, assembling and distributing materials and taking minutes; may provide staff support to Commission members. Uses standard office equipment, using a computer, in the course of the work; may drive a personal or City motor vehicle in order to attend meetings or deliver or pick up materials. Perform work with a record of regular attendance and punctuality.

Please note that we are hiring for the following positions under the Recreation Leader I/II classification, when you are submitting your application, please indicate which role that you are applying for: 

• Service Desk
• Facility Attendant 

GROW AND THRIVE  

Do you enjoy helping people, working as part of a team, and being part of a lively, fast-paced community? The City of San Bruno is looking for enthusiastic people to join the Senior Center Team!

WHAT WE OFFER  

• Flexible work schedules  
• Positions for all levels of experience  
• Fast-paced, fun work environment

GENERAL INFO  

Under general supervision, the Recreation Leader I/II positions provide essential support to recreation programs and services by performing custodial tasks, event setup and teardown, program and administration support, and minor maintenance duties at various facilities, including parks and community centers. This temporary, part-time position requires working an average of 10 to 20 hours per week, but no more than 999 hours per fiscal year total. The roles involve ensuring the facilities are clean, safe, and operational while delivering excellent customer service. Performs other duties as assigned. 

UNIVERSAL POSITION DUTIES (Illustrative purposes only)  

• Organize, inventory, and maintain facility materials and equipment.  
• Supervise teams/groups of other program staff or volunteers under the direction of Supervisor.  
• Assist in organizing and supervising recreational programs in any one or more of the following areas: children, adults, senior citizens, and participants with special needs at playgrounds, community centers, and other recreational areas.  
• Open, close, and secure facilities, including locking gates and setting alarms.  
• Set up and tear down tables, chairs, and equipment according to event/program requirements.  
• Perform light maintenance and cleaning tasks to ensure facility safety and upkeep.  
• Enforce policies, maintain discipline, and provide customer service to patrons.  
• Monitor and report facility issues and potential hazards.  
• Assist with special events and activities as needed.  
• Respond to and resolve patron inquiries and complaints.  
• Participate in safety training and emergency procedures.  
• Monitor facility rentals and provide customer service as needed.  
• Lift and move, routinely and regularly, up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lifting and/or moving over 60 pounds. Duties also include repetitive pushing; crawling; and prolonged periods of standing, lifting above the shoulders, working off a ladder, manual dexterity, and maintaining good vision and hearing.  
• Perform other duties as assigned.  

SERVICE DESK (Illustrative purposes only)  

• Greet patrons, answer and direct calls, and provide information on programs, services, schedules, rules, and policies.  
• Open/close the facility and monitor for safety, cleanliness, and proper use.  
• Check daily facility schedules, program and services setup requirements.  
• Use computer systems for data entry and registrations.  
• Assist patrons with registration processing and POS transactions.  
• Handle office tasks including deliveries, organization, mail distribution, and information sharing.  
• Support office inventory management for supplies and equipment.  
• Participate in safety training and emergency procedures.  
• Assist facility attendants and support programs, services, and events as needed.

FACILITY ATTENDANT (Illustrative purposes only)  

• Greet patrons, and provide information on programs, services, schedules, rules, and policies.  
• Organize, inventory, and maintain facility materials and equipment.  
• Open, close, and secure facilities, including locking gates and setting alarms.  
• Set up and tear down tables, chairs, and equipment according to event/program requirements.  
• Perform light upkeep and cleaning tasks to ensure facility safety and upkeep.  
• Enforce policies, maintain discipline, and provide customer service to patrons.  
• Monitor and report facility issues and potential hazards.  
• Assist with special events, programs, activities, and services as needed.  
• Respond to and resolve patron inquiries and complaints.  
• Participate in safety training and emergency procedures.  
• Monitor facility rentals and provide customer service as needed.  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS  

Education and Experience  

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent. This provision may be waived if applicant is under the age of 18. 
• Two years of customer service or service in the recreation industry experience preferred 

Skills and Abilities  

• Facility operations, customer service, basic event/program management, and safety practices.  
• Ability to use custodial and operational equipment, communicate effectively, and work independently.  

Special Requirements  

• Ability to obtain a current First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.  
• Ability to obtain a current California Food Handler Card.  
• Ability to obtain a current Driver’s License and clean driving record is preferred.  

Tools and Equipment Used  

• Various hand tools and cleaning equipment used in the operation and maintenance of a recreation or community center facility.  
• Operation of city vehicle.  

WORKING CONDITIONS  

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

• Work in outside weather conditions, potentially being exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic and/or caustic chemicals.  
• Noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderately loud while in staff-only areas, and moderate to loud when in public areas in the field. 
• Ability to work variable hours, including early mornings, late evenings, holidays, and weekends.  

Physical Demands  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

• Frequent walking, sitting, talking, or hearing.  
• Use of hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms to climb or balance.  
• Routinely and regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move over 60 pounds.  

HOW TO APPLY 

Applications may be submitted online at BambooHR. Applications must be received by 11:59pm on Sunday, April 19, 2026. You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible before the recruitment is closed. Please review the supplemental questions to determine the materials required for a complete application. Failure to provide all requested information in the supplemental application will result in your submission being deemed incomplete and removed from further consideration.

• First application review will be ongoing through the week of March 16, 2026
• First interviews may be held the week of March 23, 2026
• 2nd review will be ongoing through March 29, 2026
• Recruitment is expected to close on April 19, 2026, or until positions filled

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.

Take the Next Step in Your Law Enforcement Career 

Join a department that values your experience, supports your growth, and gives you the opportunity to truly make a difference. Located on the San Francisco Peninsula and bordering Silicon Valley, the Belmont Police Department is known for its strong community relationships and proud Tradition of Service.

Police Officer $117,689 to $165,578 annually 

Depending on P.O.S.T certification

Enhance Your Compensation with Specialized Roles

We recognize the skills and commitment that come with specialized roles. Officers in these assignments receive additional compensation:

• Detective / School Resource Officer – 2.5% of base salary

• Motorcycle Officer – 2.5% of base salary

• Field Training Officer – 2% of base salary

• Bilingual Pay – Up to $150/month

• K-9 Handler – Receive 7 hours of overtime per pay period

• IT Super User – 5% of base salary

The City of Belmont is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Applicants with a disability who may require special accommodation in any phase of the application or selection process should advise Human Resources immediately, lkirby@belmont.gov or (650) 595-7452

GROW AND THRIVE

Do you want to serve your community? Are you a team player? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment? If you said yes to any and all of these, then we want you to be a part of the San Bruno Recreation Team!
 

WHAT WE OFFER

• Flexible work schedules 

• Position for all levels of experience 

• Fast-paced, fun work environment 

GENERAL INFO

Under general supervision, the Recreation Leader I/II provides essential support to recreation programs and services by performing custodial tasks, event setup and teardown, program support, and minor maintenance duties at various facilities, including parks and community centers. This temporary, part-time, at-will position requires working up to 20 hours per week. The role involves ensuring the facilities are clean, safe, and operational while delivering excellent customer service. Performs other duties as assigned.  
 

UNIVERSAL POSITION DUTIES (Illustrative purposes only)

• Organize, inventory, and maintain facility materials and equipment. 

• Assist in organizing and supervising recreational programs in any one or more of the following areas: children, adults, senior citizens, and participants with special needs at playgrounds, community centers, and other recreational areas. 

• Open, close, and secure facilities, including locking gates and setting alarms. 

• Set up and tear down tables, chairs, and equipment according to event/program requirements. 

• Perform light maintenance and cleaning tasks to ensure facility safety and upkeep. 

• Enforce policies, maintain discipline, and provide customer service to patrons. 

• Monitor and report facility issues and potential hazards. 

• Assist with special events and activities as needed. 

• Respond to and resolve patron inquiries and complaints. 

• Participate in safety training and emergency procedures. 

• Monitor facility rentals and provide customer service as needed. 

• Lift and move, routinely and regularly, up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lifting and/or moving over 60 pounds. Duties also include repetitive pushing; pulling; crawling; climbing; and prolonged periods of standing, lifting above the shoulders, working off a ladder, manual dexterity, and maintaining good vision and hearing. 

• Perform other duties as assigned. 

CAMP COUNSELOR (Illustrative purposes only)

• Ensure participant’s safety and well-being through sound decision-making.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and respectful program culture.
• Provide emotional support and encouragement to participants.
• Model positive behavior, communication, and problem-solving with staff, contractors, participants, families, and the public.
  Facilitate age-appropriate activities, crafts, games, and sports as assigned. 
• Work effectively with individuals or groups.
• Assist with participant check-ins, check-outs, and transitions between activities.
• Manage inventory, set up, and clean up activity materials.
• Report incidents/accidents to Leads and Supervisors.
• Ensure familiarity with and readiness for all emergency procedures and other tasks as directed by Leads and Supervisors.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

Education and Experience 

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent. This provision may be waived if applicant is under the age of 18. 
• One year of experience in a job-related field is preferred. 

Skills and Abilities 

• Facility operations, customer service, basic event/program management, and safety practices. 
• Ability to use custodial and operational equipment, communicate effectively, and work independently. 

Special Requirements 

• Ability to obtain a current First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. 
• Ability to obtain a current California Food Handler Card. 
• Ability to obtain a current Driver’s License and clean driving record is preferred. 

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Work in outside weather conditions, potentially being exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic and/or caustic chemicals.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually quiet while in the office, and moderately loud when in the field.
• Ability to work variable hours, including mornings, late evenings, holidays, and weekends.

• Various hand tools and cleaning equipment used in the operation and maintenance of a recreation or community center facility.
• Operation of city vehicle.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Frequent walking, sitting, talking, or hearing.
• Use of hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms to climb or balance. 
• Routinely and regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move over 60 pounds.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications may be submitted online at BambooHR. Applications must be received by 11:59pm on Sunday, April 19, 2026. You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible before the recruitment is closed. Please review the supplemental questions to determine the materials required for a complete application. Failure to provide all requested information in the supplemental application will result in your submission being deemed incomplete and removed from further consideration.

• First application review will be ongoing through March 15, 2026
• First interviews may be held the week of March 16, 2026
• 2nd review will be ongoing through March 29, 2026
• Recruitment is expected to close on April 19, 2026, or until positions filled

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.

Position Summary

Under the general direction of the Fleet and Facilities Manager, this position is responsible for planning, assigning, supervising, training, and assisting mechanics in the routine preventive maintenance, inspection, diagnosis, and repair of structural, mechanical, and electrical systems at Bus Transit facilities. This includes overseeing shop equipment, automated fueling systems, revenue fare collection equipment, passenger amenities, and signage.

The Chief Mechanic - Building Maintenance is a working position that combines the duties of the Mechanic - Building Maintenance classification with skilled supervisory responsibilities. These include supervising work crews, scheduling tasks, managing projects, and providing training and mentorship to subordinate employees. Additionally, the position is accountable for generating detailed written and electronic reports on facility and equipment conditions, documenting maintenance and repairs performed, and outlining ongoing maintenance needs.

Essential Responsibilities

• Plans, supervises and participates in work assignments for all employees supervised
• Evaluates job performance and knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA) of all employees being supervised.
• Provides training, mentoring and feedback to personnel
• Issues 2nd level of progressive discipline, counseling, and written letters of reprimand to employees supervised. This position will not be responsible for administering discipline at subsequent levels.
• Interprets and enforces District rules, regulations, and policies
• Assures proper completion of job assignments with minimum expense and maximum productivity 
• Certifies records of work in progress and completed, including timecards, material requisitions, maintenance records and equipment counts when required.
• Collaborates closely with supervisors of oncoming and off going shifts to assure maximum daily productivity and continuity of work
• Monitors employee attendance and adherence to arrival, break and departure times
• Assures security and safety of premises and work.  

• Assists in developing and performs ongoing monitoring of key performance measures to ensure departmental goals are consistently achieved
• Performs quality control inspections to ensure all repairs meet or exceed regulatory requirements and internal safety and reliability standards
• Schedules facilities and equipment routine maintenance and ensures all inspections and preventive maintenance activities are performed on time and in a timely and satisfactory manner
• Monitors condition of facilities, passenger terminals and equipment. Directs preventive and corrective maintenance activities to maximize asset life and minimize maintenance expenditures   
• Coordinates and directs special projects and campaigns as required
• Coordinates with stores personnel to ensure adequate materials and supplies are available to complete ongoing and scheduled work
• Responsible for cleaning and safe housekeeping in work areas
• Ensures that occupational health and safety practices and procedures are strictly followed
• Refers any problems to Fleet and Facilities Manager, recommending action required
• Opens and closes work orders in Maximo and enters all pertinent information
• Performs other computerized recordkeeping as required
• Inspects, maintains and repairs all facilities mechanical systems including, but not limited to, bus washers, HVAC systems, electrical systems, lighting, plumbing, automatic and roll-up doors, waste oil and wastewater systems 
• Inspects, maintains and repairs shop equipment such as air compressors, generators, welders, fuel and lube oil delivery systems, hydraulic jacks and lifts, steam cleaners, pressure washers and pneumatic tools and other miscellaneous equipment. 
• Performs additional related duties as assigned
• Regular and reliable attendance and performance are required

About the Department

The San Mateo County San Mateo County Emergency Management (SMC EM) is not your typical government agency. We operate more like a startup within the public sector – building innovative programs, forging cross-sector partnerships, and redefining what modern emergency management looks like for a county of 775,000 residents across 20 cities and 18 unincorporated areas.

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

To learn more about SMC EM, visit: https://www.smcgov.org/dem

 

About the Role

This is not a desk job. This is not a new position we are trying to figure out. And this is not a role where you sit behind a screen waiting for the next alert to go out.

For over a year, SMC EM has been deliberately building a countywide Alert and Warning (A&W) program that brings coherence, consistency, and credibility to how San Mateo County communicates with the public before, during, and after emergencies. We have developed training curricula, created frameworks, established partnerships, and advanced the conversation across the Operational Area. Now we need someone to carry that work forward – externally.

The Alert and Warning Coordinator is fundamentally an external-facing role. There are 32 agencies within the San Mateo County Operational Area that hold alerting authority and sending rights. Each has its own protocols, staffing models, and levels of experience with alert and warning systems. Your job is to be the connective tissue—socializing our approach to A&W with operational area partners, building alignment across jurisdictions, and ensuring that when an alert goes out in this county, it is timely, accurate, actionable, and drives protective action.

You will brief city councils, law and fire chiefs with equal confidence. You will sit with an Incident Commander during a fast-moving wildfire and translate urgency into a message that saves lives. You will train authorized users on alerting platforms and hold the line on quality when others want to cut corners. And you will do all of this while representing a department that is changing the culture of emergency management in one of the most complex operational areas in the state.

 

What This Role Actually Involves

Partnership and Coordination (Primary Focus)

• Serve as the primary liaison to the 32 agencies across the Operational Area on all matters related to alert and warning, building relationships and driving alignment toward consistent A&W practices countywide.
• Brief alert and warning programs, standards, and best practices to diverse audiences—from city councils and boards of supervisors to law and fire chiefs, emergency managers, and community organizations—adapting your message for each.
• Coordinate monthly and recurring touchpoints with Operational Area partners to advance shared A&W goals, identify gaps, and troubleshoot challenges collaboratively.
• Represent SMC EM at stakeholder meetings, advisory committees, work groups, tabling events, and public-facing engagements at all levels of government.
• Facilitate training seminars and hands-on workshops for authorized users across jurisdictions on alerting platforms, protocols, and message crafting.

 

Alert Crafting and Operational Readiness

• Develop, review, and issue emergency alerts that drive protective action – messages that are clear, accurate, geographically targeted, accessible across languages, and calibrated to the threat. This includes understanding what makes an alert effective, not just how to press “send.”
• Maintain fluency across multiple alerting platforms including IPAWS, Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA), the Emergency Alert System (EAS), mass notification systems, and reverse 9-1-1.
• Participate in a weekly on-call rotation, maintaining 24-hour readiness and responding to the field or Emergency Operations Center (EOC) during emergencies or disasters.
• Conduct regular testing and evaluation of A&W systems to ensure functionality, reliability, and interoperability across jurisdictions.
• Participate in after-action reviews and improvement planning to refine protocols based on lessons learned from exercises and real-world incidents.

 

Program Development and Standards

• Advance the County’s A&W program by developing and refining emergency notification standards, protocols, templates, and processes that serve as a model for the Operational Area.
• Assess existing community alert and warning programs for effectiveness, identify service gaps, and recommend evidence-based improvements – incorporating research on protective action decision-making, message design, and crisis communications.
• Coordinate with local, state, and federal agencies to ensure A&W system integration and interoperability, including IPAWS compliance and alignment with emerging federal guidance.
• Manage vendor services and contracts related to alerting platforms and notification systems.
• Review and update Operational Area alert and warning plans on a regular basis.
• Prepare reports, briefing materials, presentation decks, and other professional documents as needed.

 

Who We Are Looking For

The right person for this role is not just technically proficient in alerting systems – they understand the weight of what an alert means and the responsibility that comes with it. They know that a poorly crafted message can erode public trust, cause unnecessary panic, or worse, fail to prompt the protective action that saves lives.

We are looking for someone who combines operational skill with judgment, presence, and the relational ability to be credible across a complex Operational Area.

 

Mindset and Character

• Growth mindset. You are insatiably curious, always learning, and never satisfied with “the way we’ve always done it.”
• Willingness to ask for help when uncertain and to verify information before acting. In this work, getting it right matters more than getting it fast.
• Thrives under pressure. You can pivot, adapt, verify, and make sound decisions in rapidly evolving, high-consequence situations.
• Comfort with ambiguity. Emergency management rarely offers a clear playbook. You can operate effectively when the situation is messy, the information is incomplete, and the stakes are high.
• Integrity and courage. If you believe an alert is inaccurate or could cause harm, you speak up – even when it’s uncomfortable.

 

Knowledge and Experience

• Strong knowledge of IPAWS protocols and the broader alert and warning ecosystem, including WEA, EAS, and mass notification platforms.
• Demonstrated fluency using alerting platforms—not just awareness of them, but hands-on operational experience issuing, testing, or managing alerts.
• Understanding what makes an effective emergency alert: message design principles, protective action messaging, audience considerations, and the science behind how people receive and act on warnings.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal regulations governing public alerts and emergency communications.
• Experience engaging diverse stakeholders including elected officials, public safety leaders, community organizations and adapting communications to the audience.
• Excellent written communication skills, including experience with reports, briefings, proposals, and professional presentations.
• Familiarity with the five Emergency Management Sections (Management, Operations, Planning, Logistics, Finance/Admin) and the Incident Command System.
• Completion of ICS Courses 100, 200, 700, and 800, or ability to complete within first 90 days.
• Completion of IS-247.C (IPAWS for Alert Originators) and IS-248 (IPAWS for the American Public), or ability to complete within first 90 days.
• A valid California Driver’s License.
• Ability to work across a wide variety of settings (field, office, EOC) and disciplines (law enforcement, fire services, emergency medical personnel).

 

Preferred but Not Required

• Master’s degree in emergency management, public administration, public affairs, crisis communication, homeland security, or a related field.
• Experience working across multiple jurisdictions or within a complex multi-agency operational environment.
• Knowledge of information technology related to emergency management, including radio communication systems and interoperability standards.
• Experience with grant writing, program budgeting, or contract management related to emergency communication systems.

 

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify:

• Education: Bachelors and Masters (preferred) degree from an accredited college or university in emergency management, public administration, communications, homeland security, or a related discipline.
• Experience: Minimum five (5) years of experience in alert and warning operations, emergency communications, or emergency/disaster planning and management in a public, military, or private organization.

 

Application/Examination

How to Apply

If you are interested in being considered for this position, please submit the following materials via email:

• Resume
• Cover letter with responses to the Supplemental Questions below (maximum 2 pages)

1. Describe your hands-on experience with alert and warning systems and platforms. What role did you play in developing, issuing, or managing alerts and what did you learn about what makes an alert effective at driving protective action?
2. This role requires building alignment across 32 agencies with different levels of A&W experience and capacity. Describe a time you had to bring multiple organizations or stakeholders together around a shared standard or practice. What was your approach, and what did you learn?
3. Tell us about a time when you identified that information being communicated during an emergency or high-pressure situation was inaccurate or incomplete. What immediate steps did you take, and what did you put in place to prevent it from happening again?

Please include “SMC EM Coordinator – Alert & Warning - Unclassified” in the subject line of your email submission. Submit required materials electronically to:

Rick Reed, SMC EM Coordinator

Email: rreed1@smcgov.org

Important: APPLY IMMEDIATELY. Application materials will be reviewed as received, and qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. This posting is open on a continuous basis and a selection may be made at any time. Submissions that do not include all required elements will not be considered. Application materials are only accepted via email.

About 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, serving 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.

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

AREAS OF FOCUS 

• Lifeguard 
• Swim Instructor 
• Pool Manager (Weekends) 

GROW AND THRIVE 
 

Do you want to serve your community? Are you a team player? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment? If you said yes to any and all of these, then we want you to be a part of the San Bruno Recreation Team! 

WHAT WE OFFER 
 

• Flexible work schedules 
• Position for all levels of experience 
• Fast-paced, fun work environment 

GENERAL INFO 
 

Under general supervision, the Lifeguard/Swim Instructor I/II performs routine public contact and safety work in serving as a pool lifeguard. They also provide essential support to recreation programs and services by performing custodial tasks, event setup and teardown, program support, and minor maintenance duties relating to aquatics. This temporary, parttime position requires working up to 20 hours per week. The role involves ensuring the health and safety of aquatic patrons, facilities are clean, safe, and operational while delivering excellent customer service. Performs other duties as assigned.  

UNIVERSAL POSITION DUTIES (Applicable to all roles; Illustrative Purposes Only) 

• Monitor the swimming pool and enforce safety regulations. 
• Assist with aquatics programs, special events, and facility upkeep. 
• Test and maintain pool water chemistry. 
• Set up and tear down for classes, programs, and events. 
• Lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly, and occasionally up to 100 pounds. 
• Work outdoors in sun, rain, or wind as needed. 

POSITION-SPECIFIC DUTIES 

LIFEGUARD (Illustrative Purposes Only) 

• Maintain a "rescue-ready" posture and scan assigned zones for drowning emergencies. 
• Work in a rotation with other lifeguards across indoor and outdoor stations. 
• Assist with facility operations, special events, and customer service. 
• Attend weekly and monthly safety trainings. 
• Perform light cleaning and maintenance tasks to ensure facility safety. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Minimum Age: 15 
• Education: High school diploma or GED not required. 

Certifications: 

• American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification (or ability to obtain). 
• First Aid & CPR Certification. 

SWIM INSTRUCTOR (Illustrative Purposes Only) 

• Teach American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim lessons following provided lesson plans. 
• Maintain open communication with parents and participants. 
• Assist with emergency responses and pool safety as trained. 
• Attend weekly and monthly safety trainings. 
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance to ensure facility upkeep. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Minimum Age: 15 
• Education: High school diploma or GED not required. 
• Skills: Swimming proficiency at American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Level 4. 
• Preferred Certification: Water Safety Instructor 

LESSON MANAGER (Illustrative Purposes Only) 

• Oversee swim instructors and ensure consistent lesson delivery. 
• Arrive 30 minutes prior to and stay 30 minutes after swim lessons for setup and breakdown. 
• Assist with instructor training and safety drills. 
• Maintain and review lesson records to ensure program quality. 
• Perform facility upkeep and provide customer service. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• All requirements from Swim Instructor, PLUS: 
  Experience: At least 6 months of experience as a Swim Instructor. 

POOL MANAGER -Weekends 

• Supervise lifeguards and enforce safety procedures. 
• Conduct lifeguard rotations and monitor staff performance. 
• Ensure staff maintain a “rescue-ready” posture and remain alert while on duty. 
• Assist in planning and leading weekly and monthly safety trainings.  
• Monitor pool chemicals and water quality. 
• Open, close, and secure facility as needed. 
• Provide customer service, event support, and light facility maintenance. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Minimum Age: 18 
• Experience: At least 6 months of experience as a lifeguard. 
• Preferred Certification: American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification. 

TOOLS & EQUIPMENT USED 

• Pool maintenance equipment, hand tools, and cleaning supplies. 
• Radios and phones for communication. 

WORKING CONDITIONS 

• Outdoor environment with exposure to sun, wind, and pool chemicals. 
• Variable hours, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. 
• Ability to work in loud or quiet environments depending on location. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

• Frequent swimming, walking, sitting, and lifting. 
• Regularly lift/move 25 lbs, occasionally over 100 lbs. 
• Prolonged standing, climbing, and reaching. 

HOW TO APPLY

Applications may be submitted online at BambooHR. Applications must be received by 11:59pm on Sunday, April 19, 2026. You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible before the recruitment is closed. Please review the supplemental questions to determine the materials required for a complete application. Failure to provide all requested information in the supplemental application will result in your submission being deemed incomplete and removed from further consideration.

• First application review will be ongoing through the week of March 16, 2026
• First interviews may be held the week of March 23, 2026
• 2nd review will be ongoing through March 29, 2026
• Recruitment is expected to close on April 19, 2026, or until positions filled

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.

The City of Belmont is gearing up for its next standout team member — a driven, sharp, and community‑minded Management Analyst ready to make an immediate impact in the Public Works Department!  This is a great opportunity to join a dedicated team supported by new leadership, bringing fresh momentum and a renewed focus on delivering high‑quality service to the community. 

If you thrive on numbers, love untangling complex problems, and want your work to shape the city’s future, this role puts you right at the center of the action. You’ll help power the planning, coordination, and execution of Public Works operations and projects that keep Belmont moving, strengthening the infrastructure and services residents depend on every day.  

This position may be filled at either the Management Analyst I or II level, depending on experience and department needs.  

Tentative Recruitment Schedule

First Review of Applications -  March 16, 2026

Panel Interview - Week of March 23, 2026

Department Interview - Week of March 30, 2026

The City of San Mateo Police Department is looking for a

Real Time Information Center Coordinator

The Department

The San Mateo Police Department is seeking a candidate to join our diverse and outstanding group of people dedicated to providing exceptional public service. The Police Department is committed to improving the quality of life and solving problems while protecting our community through professionalism, integrity, and excellence. We strive to be the model police agency that others will emulate and a leader in the County and in our profession, adopting creative and innovative strategies to prevent crime and support those most in need. We will continue to do this through using cutting-edge technology, finding creative solutions to problems, respecting individual rights, and conducting fair and non-biased policing.

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

The RTIC Coordinator is a non-sworn classification responsible for overseeing all RTIC operations. This role manages resources, develops and implements training requirements, and ensures the RTIC is functioning effectively. This position provides technical and functional oversight of RTIC to ensure the delivery of timely, accurate real-time intelligence to support field operations and departmental decision-making. The RTIC also participates directly in RTIC operations during peak periods, coordinates scheduling and staffing, and represents the City in related initiatives. Work requires a high level of independent judgment, technical expertise, and the ability to collaborate effectively with sworn personnel, specialized units, and external partners.

Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Efficiently manages resources, including personnel, budget, and technology, to enhance the overall effectiveness of the center.
• Develops training programs and ensures the continuous professional development of personnel assigned to the RTIC.
• Produces complex reports and bulletins for the Police Department to develop strategies and tactics to effectively prevent and control crime.
• Assists the Police Department with real-time information sharing; utilizes video feeds, intelligence databases, and other systems as needed.
• Assists operations and management personnel in planning the deployment of resources for the prevention and suppression of criminal activity.
• Creates and maintains informational databases; uses complex databases and software applications utilized by the RTIC.
• Participates in operations with specialized units to provide real time intelligence through radio communication and other authorized communication platforms.
• Coordinates the scheduling of the RTIC, ensuring coverage when applicable.
• Acts as an operator for the RTIC during peak operation times.
• Monitors the performance of operators assigned to the RTIC for compliance with policies, procedures, and relevant laws.
• Develops and implements work related procedures to satisfy requirements of local, state, and federal laws.
• Represents the City in interdepartmental, interagency task forces, community, and professional meetings as required; makes presentations as necessary.
• Testifies in court.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

The Real Time Information Center Coordinator receives general direction from the Police Technical Services Administrator or higher-level department personnel.

For a complete list of duties, reference our job specifications at www.cityofsanmateo.org