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• Be a Community Leader: This non-sworn position is your chance to engage with the community, educate the public, and contribute to maintaining safety and order in our city.
   
• Diverse Responsibilities: Whether you’re patrolling city streets, assisting in traffic control, or providing crucial support to our officers, each day offers new challenges and opportunities to learn.
   
• Impactful Work: You’ll directly contribute to public safety, from enforcing parking ordinances to helping with non-injury accident investigations.

• Patrol and Enforcement: Monitor city streets for parking violations, enforce ordinances, and manage vehicle abatement to keep our roads safe and clear.
   
• Traffic and Event Management: Assist in controlling traffic and pedestrians during emergencies or special events, ensuring public safety at all times.
   
• Support and Assistance: Provide essential support to sworn officers, including processing evidence, transporting police vehicles, and assisting with non-criminal calls.
   
• Community Engagement: Respond to public inquiries, give station tours, and conduct presentations at local schools, fostering a positive relationship between the police and the community.

• Effective Communication: You can clearly and effectively communicate, both in writing and verbally, with a wide range of individuals.
   
• Learning Agility: You have a willingness to learn law enforcement principles, department protocols, and the city’s geography.
   
• Team Player: You excel at building strong working relationships and thrive in a team-oriented environment.
   
• Experience and Education: One year of police support experience is preferred. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, and an AA/AS degree in law enforcement, criminal justice, or a related field is a plus.

• Meaningful Work: Be a part of a dedicated team that directly impacts the safety and well-being of our community.
   
• Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience and knowledge in the field of law enforcement.
   
• Community Impact: Engage with citizens, address community issues, and help make our city a better place to live.

• Must possess and maintain a valid California Driver’s License.
• Must pass an extensive background investigation and pre-employment physical .

Applications are being accepted for the position of Literacy Program Manager with the City of South San Francisco in the Library Department. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2025 AT 5:00 PM, OR UPON RECEIPT OF THE FIRST 100 ONLINE APPLICATIONS, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.

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

The Department

The South San Francisco Public Library is a full-service library committed to delivering quality services to a diverse community.  Library services are available at three sites, including the Main Library (901 Civic Campus Way), the Grand Avenue Library (306 Walnut Avenue) and the Gene Mullin Community Learning Center (520 Tamarack Lane).  Lifelong literacy services are provided by Project Read at the Main Library and the Gene Mullin Community Learning Center (GMCLC). 

The Position

This position manages core library literacy services over several program areas that include one-on-one adult tutoring, ESL, Computer and Citizenship instruction and programs, family literacy outreach and activities including our early literacy outreach van, afterschool homework program for a local Title I school, and literacy programs that cross many interest areas such as computer literacy, civic literacy, financial literacy.  Library literacy services are based out of the SSF Main Library and the Gene Mullin Community Learning Center and are embedded in general library services, supporting community members in their reading, learning, civic engagement and personal literacy goals.

Location: 501 Main Street Half Moon Bay, 94019

The City of Half Moon Bay has an exciting opportunity for the position of Communications Program Manager!  APPLICATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, AUGUST 22, 2025, 5:00 P.M.

ABOUT THE CITY:

The City of Half Moon Bay is a Bay Area coastal community of approximately 12,500 residents and is located 25 miles south of San Francisco. The City is governed by a five-member elected City Council and utilizes the council-manager form of government. The City Council appoints a City Manager who is responsible for the oversight of daily operations and provides leadership for the City’s programs. The City currently employs 45 full-time employees in the following departments:  City Manager’s Office, Communications / City Clerk, Administrative Services, Community Development, and Public Works. The City contracts Public Safety with the San Mateo County Sheriff's Department.

The city and surrounding Coastside are a thriving agricultural, fishing, tourism, and recreational destination. There is a rich culture of diverse traditions and multi-generational families who have lived in Half Moon Bay for well over 100 years. In any given neighborhood, you will find farmers, high-tech entrepreneurs, and artists living amongst each other as one community.

Description

The incumbent provides high-level public information, community outreach, and multi-media services that require in-depth knowledge of public sector communications, multi-media, script writing and editing, website and graphic design and experience in managing and implementing creative and innovative promotions and projects.

Under general direction, the Communications Program Manager coordinates the citywide public communications activities and maintains content on the City's website and intranet; implements and supports internal and external communications efforts; and coordinates social media and video communications activities.  Incumbents may function as a supervisor of as-needed employees, or an individual contributor, depending on the department or assignment.

Applications must be filled out completely. Please do not substitute "see resume or see personnel file" in the employment history section of the application. To be considered for this position, candidates must submit: 1) City Employment Application online, 2) Current Resume, and 3) Cover Letter, no later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
 
Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee admittance into the examination process.  Only the most qualified candidates who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will be invited to test.
 

Typical Duties:

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

• Develop, lead, and implement community outreach strategies to engage residents, local organizations, and stakeholders (e.g. Civic Academies). 
• Implement marketing and advertising campaigns to promote City services, activities, programs, and special events. 
• Develop, write, edit, and produce various communication materials including newsletters, brochures, correspondence, reports, speeches, presentations, and special publications.
• Perform the research, planning, and analysis necessary to develop and implement the City’s community relations and public communications efforts.
• Write and coordinate the preparation, publication, and distribution of the weekly City’s newsletter and other departmental and project-based newsletters, as well as City brochures, press releases, multimedia scripts, and other collateral materials.
• Maintain the City’s website content and design ensuring accuracy, consistency, and quality.
• Coordinate and develop the City’s social media program and policies.
• Interface and coordinate with graphic designers, printers, and mailing services for production and distribution of materials.
• Respond orally or in writing to public inquiries and provide information to the public on services, facilities, and programs, as needed.
• Attend a variety of staff, Council, commission, and other related meetings.
• Provide advice and support to City staff regarding public and media relations.
• Prepare and submit award nominations, proclamations, and other written materials as needed.
• Receive, prepare, respond to, and facilitate solutions to citizen complaints, inquiries, and requests.
• Participate in the planning and implementation of special events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of communications and public information techniques through different mediums, including print, internet, radio, and television.  
• Effective outreach strategies and techniques for engaging community members and affiliations, neighborhood organizations, business groups, and other such organizations.
• Effective public presentation methods to attract and inform a variety of audiences.
• City services, structure, programs, and policies.
• Web design tools; familiarity with graphic design software.
• Social media tools and account management.
• Research and problem-solving techniques.
• Proper grammar, punctuation, spelling and diction.
• Pertinent state, federal, and local laws and regulations.
• Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, in person, online, and over the telephone.

Skill to:

• Develop, plan, and coordinate a community relations and public communications function.
• Understand and effectively communicate technical data and complex information to the public and media.
• Analyze and draw logical and sensitive conclusions.
• Write effective proposals, press releases, articles, and award nominations.

Ability to:

• Set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow up on assignments with minimal direction.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with City staff, public, agencies, organizations, and vendors.
• Prepare and present clear, effective, and accurate staff reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other oral and written materials.
• Use initiative and independent judgment within established policy and procedural guidelines.
• Take a courteous, effective, and proactive approach to customer service.
• Interpret, apply, and explain complex laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances, as needed in relation to communications tasks.

Join Belmont as our next Public Works Director

The City of Brisbane is currently recruiting for an Office Specialist (Police Records). The Office Specialist (Police Records) provides difficult, technical, complex, and/or specialized office support; may provide lead direction and/or training to a small office support staff on a project or day-to-day basis; and performs related work as required. This is a fully experienced, skilled office support class. Responsibilities include the performance of technical, complex, and specialized office support work requiring the regular use of independent judgment and initiative. The ideal candidate for this position is self-motivated, has the ability to organize and manage effective and efficient clerical duties, and complete work in a timely manner. A strong customer service orientation with an ability to effectively respond to and communicate with customers in a courteous and professional manner is essential. A full classification description is available online at: https://www.brisbaneca.org/hr/page/job-descriptions

Examples of Duties (Illustrative Only):

• Performs difficult, complex, technical, and/or specialized office support work, which requires the exercise of independent judgment, the application of technical skills, and a detailed knowledge of the activities and procedures specific to the department or to which assigned.
• Researches and assembles information from a variety of sources for the preparation of reports or completion of forms; uses spreadsheets and may make arithmetic and statistical calculations.
• Uses a variety of automated business applications related to the department to which assigned, such as preparing graphic materials, tracking registrations, rentals, permits, or system monitoring, processing departmental payroll, and processing accounts payable.
• Conducts special projects related to the department to which assigned; may obtain and provide information to other organizations, summarizes such information, and makes recommendations.
• Receives and screens visitors and telephone calls; provides information to City staff, other organizations, and the public, requiring the use of judgment and the interpretation of policies,
• Arranges for meetings by scheduling rooms, notifying participants, preparing agendas, and ensuring that information is compiled and duplicated; may prepare summary or action minutes of such meetings.
• Prepares correspondence, reports, forms, vouchers, work orders, and specialized documents related to the department to which assigned from drafts, notes, brief instructions, corrected copy, or dictated tapes; proofreads materials for accuracy, completeness, compliance with departmental policies, formatting, and correct English usage, including grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
• Receives and reviews forms, drawings, and other materials for completeness; processes and routes such documents as appropriate.
• Prepares and updates a variety of periodic and special narrative, accounting, and statistical reports.
• Attends to a variety of office administrative details, such as keeping informed of departmental activities, transmitting information, ordering and coordinating supply orders, preparing contracts and agreements, arranging for equipment purchase and maintenance, and serving on various task forces and committees.
• May collect and account for fees and other monies collected.
• May direct the work of a small office support staff on a project or day-to-day basis; may train staff in work procedures.
• Operates standard office equipment, including job-related computer hardware and software applications, facsimile equipment, and multi-line telephones; may operate a two-radio or other department-specific equipment.
• Maintains accurate records and files.

The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the City:

Final Filing Date: Before 5:00pm, Tuesday, August 12, 2025

Tentative Interview Date: Thursday, August 28, 2025

Appointment to this position is contingent upon:

*Reference check

*Employment and education verification

*Department of Justice fingerprinting criminal history records check

Join the City of San Carlos as an Associate Planner!
Help shape the future of the “City of Good Living”

The City of San Carlos is seeking a forward-thinking, collaborative Associate Planner to join our Advance Planning Division. If you're passionate about long-term city growth, innovative planning, and meaningful community impact, this is your opportunity to thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment.

As an Associate Planner, you will play a key role in shaping the City’s future through exciting long-range planning initiatives, including the Downtown Specific Plan, Downtown Master Streetscape Plan, Northeast Area Specific Plan, and Housing Element Implementation, among others. This is a rare opportunity to work on high-profile projects that will influence the City's development and character for decades to come.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate is:

• Resourceful, curious, and adaptable - ready to navigate complex projects and diverse community interests.
• Naturally communicative and collaborative - comfortable engaging with a range of stakeholders, including residents, developers, business owners, city officials, and staff.
• Team-oriented - committed to collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning in a fast-paced work environment.
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Why San Carlos?

• Work just steps away from Caltrain and a vibrant downtown filled with shops and restaurants.
• Be part of a close-knit, values-driven team where your contributions are recognized and celebrated.
• Make a real impact in a community that values thoughtful growth and inclusive planning.

Come join a city that’s small in size but big on ambition. We welcome fresh ideas, diverse perspectives, and the drive to make a difference.

About the Position

Under general direction, performs professional-level tasks related to municipal planning, zoning, housing, economic development and environmental analysis; researches and analyzes a variety of planning data; prepares various studies and recommendations; prepares and reviews environmental documents; reviews development and subdivision proposals, building plans, permits, and parcel maps; works with developers, architects, attorneys, and the public regarding City standards and policies; may serve as staff to various Commissions and/or committees; and does related work as required.

This classification is a journey level class in the professional planning series.  With the requisite experience, the incumbent can independently assume responsibility for more complex projects and specialized assignments. This position differs from the Assistant Planner position by increased responsibility for project management.

General direction is received from the Planning Manager overseeing the Advance Planning Division. Direct supervision and supervision through secondary managers may be provided with specific project assignments in the Community Development Department. Responsibilities may include functional supervision of subordinate staff.

Essential Duties

• Conducts assigned planning projects involving long-range planning, land use, populations, structures, economic activities, housing, transportation, environmental and related subjects; conducts research, and confers with community members, interested parties, and agency representatives to identify problems and opportunities.
• Analyzes data with respect to relevant laws, ordinances, regulations, and policies; determines methods for compliance with local and state law.
• Prepares professional staff reports of summarized data, conclusions and recommendations; makes oral presentations to the public and elected and appointed decision makers.
• Conducts review of planning applications; coordinates review with various City and outside agencies; may lead a team on complex implementation of long range planning projects; responds to inquiries both orally and in writing; interprets planning policies, state laws and local ordinances, within established parameters; explains City procedures in person, over the phone and in writing.
• Drafts resolutions, findings, ordinances and amendments to them, and California Environmental Quality Act documents.
• Prepares and oversees the preparation of graphs, charts and other displays.
• Provides information on city, regional and state environmental, zoning, and subdivision requirements to consultants, developers, property owners and the general public.
• Works extensively on the computer to manage work programs, produce written documents, prepare maps and graphics, analyze data, create graphics, research on the Internet, and communicate with others through e-mail.
• May administer contracts and oversee the work of consultants.
• May provide staff support to city agencies, commissions or ad-hoc advisory groups.
• Performs duties consistent with the City’s commitment to exceptional customer service.

We are seeking enthusiastic, empathetic, and inspirational team players to serve as

RECREATION LEADER I-II

(1-Full-time and Multiple Part-time as needed)

Pay: $17.97 - $23.31 Hourly

Deadline to Apply: Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 11:59 PM. 

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, work well under pressure, and bring innovation and a positive, effective attitude to your work, you may be the next Recreation Leader I-II for the City of East Palo Alto. The Recreation Leader I-II oversees recreation activities in connection with a specific recreation services program or functional area in support of community, recreational, or park facilities, and performs related duties as assigned.

This is an open, competitive/ promotional recruitment, meaning that it is open to qualified permanent employees and any other applicants who meet the minimum qualifications. Two employment lists will be created for internal promotional and an open list of all other non-current EPA employees.  The department may hire at either the I or the II level, depending on the skills, certifications, and qualifications held by the pool of applicants. 

The department is seeking to fill one full-time and multiple part-time/ on-call positions throughout the year as needed.

Full-time workweek: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 40 hours per week.

Part-time workweek: Monday - Saturday, 6-30 hours per week. Depending on demand, not to exceed 936 annual hours.

Join Our Team! The City of South San Francisco's Parks and Recreation department is excited to announce open applications for Lifeguards!

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make an impact? Come thrive in South San Francisco, where vibrant parks, a state-of-the-art library, and a passionate community set the stage for a fulfilling career in civil service. With flexible, part-time positions, this is the perfect opportunity to jumpstart your career, gain hands-on experience, and help shape the future of our dynamic city!

Why Work with Us?

• Be a part of the third largest department in South San Francisco
• Engage with our diverse community through exciting programs in Aquatics, Arts, Youth Enrichment, and more!
• Enjoy a flexible, part-time work schedule perfect for students or those seeking work-life balance

Are you ready to make a difference and grow with us? Apply today and be part of something bigger! 

THE APPLICATION PROCESS:

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

• City application
• Resume
• Lifeguard Certification

Recruitment Contact: Brian Noce

Email: brian.noce@ssf.net

To view the full job description, qualifications, and available shifts, please click the link below. This is a continuous recruitment and may close at at any time.

We invite you to consider joining the Facilities Maintenance team in our quest to improve the quality of life for the residents and visitors of Menlo Park. Your new “office” will stretch from the bay to the foothills. Join a team that takes pride in maintaining the City’s 21 facilities. Your typical day starts at 7AM and ends at 4:30PM.  Bring your positive attitude and customer service skills to a team that gets the job done safely and efficiently. If you value teamwork and want to have a meaningful impact in the community, apply today!

Facilities Maintenance Technician II (journey-level class in the classification series)

Responsible for performing the full range of maintenance duties at City buildings and facilities in order to ensure that all are maintained in a safe and effective working condition and provide the highest level of safety for City and public use. Incumbents are responsible for performing maintenance and alterations on buildings and facilities, electrical and mechanical systems, identifying and evaluating construction-related problems, and performing installation and repairs on plumbing systems. Incumbents are expected to work independently and exercise judgment and initiative. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. This class is distinguished from Senior Facilities Maintenance Technician in that the latter is responsible for technical and functional supervision of lower level maintenance staff and is capable of performing the most complex duties assigned to the series.

Senior Facilities Maintenance Technician (advanced journey-level class in the classification series)

Responsible for providing lead supervision and training to facilities maintenance staff. Incumbents regularly work on tasks that are varied and complex, requiring considerable discretion and independent judgment, including performing the most complex duties required to ensure City buildings, facilities, and grounds are maintained in a safe and effective working condition and provide the highest level of safety for public use. Responsibilities include training, developing and scheduling Facilities Maintenance Technicians, inspecting and attending to assigned areas in a timely manner, and performing a wide variety of tasks in the maintenance and repair of City buildings, facilities and grounds. Positions in this classification rely on experience and judgment to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the assigned section. The work involves problem-solving of unique issues or increasingly complex problems without precedent and/or structure. Assignments are given with general guidelines and incumbents are responsible for establishing objectives, timelines, and methods to deliver work products.

Positions in the Facilities Maintenance Technician class series are flexibly staffed and positions are normally filled by advancement from the previous level; progression to the next level is subject to management approval and is dependent on the incumbent (i) performing the full range of duties assigned to their current level, and (ii) acquiring the knowledge, skill, and experience necessary to meet the minimum qualifications for the next level of the series.

The City of Belmont Public Works Department is recruiting for the position of Electrician. First review of applications will be July 25, 2025.

Why join our Team?

It's exciting to be part of the Belmont Public Works team.  We are an energetic, collaborative group that share a passion for serving our community and improving the place we live and work.  We will provide you with a wide rage of opportunities in a team-based collaborative environment while helping you achieve your professional goals.

Check out the Public Works homepage for more information: Public Works - City of Belmont

What You'll Do

This is a journey-level electrician classification that works independently with minimal supervision completing a variety of skilled electrician tasks. This position performs a variety of complex and skilled work in electrical operations, maintenance, alteration and repair of electrical systems and equipment; installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs street lighting, traffic control devices and pump station electrical components; locates, tests and repairs malfunctions of sanitary and storm pumping stations, underground cables and other electrical systems and equipment. This position also performs skilled electrical work on municipal buildings and facilities and other general maintenance duties as required.