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Director of Public Works

The County of San Mateo is currently seeking highly qualified applicants for the position of Director of Public Works.

 

The Opportunity

The County of San Mateo is seeking an experienced, collaborative, and forward-thinking Director of Public Works to lead a diverse and high-impact public service organization committed to resilient infrastructure, environmental stewardship, and community well-being.

Reporting to the County Executive, the Director of Public Works leads a multi-faceted department responsible for the planning, construction, maintenance, and stewardship of essential County infrastructure.

 

The Director oversees:

• County road and transportation systems
• Facilities, capital construction and new building programs
• County fleet operations, including a transition toward electrification
• Airport operations at San Carlos and Half Moon Bay
• Utilities, environmental compliance, and stormwater systems

 

The Director of Public Works is an executive leader responsible for:

• Shaping long-range infrastructure strategies.
• Ensuring regulatory compliance and promoting sustainability.
• Fostering collaboration across County departments, communities, and agencies.
• Leading a talented workforce and stewarding complex operations.

 

This role is ideal for a visionary leader who excels at navigating political environments, developing trusted relationships, and delivering practical, community-focused solutions.

Note: The Director of Public Works role is unclassified and not governed by County Civil Service Rules.

 

Strategic Priorities

The next Director will guide and advance several significant initiatives, including:

• Delivery of capital improvement projects on schedule and within budget, while working to strategically mitigate rising construction costs, scalability of projects, and potential fluctuations in funding, requiring agile financial planning and project delivery strategies.
• Continued progress on the County’s Strategic Energy Master Plan, energy efficient building upgrades, climate-resilient infrastructure efforts, EV charging stations, etc.
• Compliance with Municipal Regional Stormwater Permit requirements and other environmental regulations.
• Vehicle and equipment management and fleet electrification for the County.
• Capital improvement projects for utility special district infrastructure (sewer, water, drainage, and streetlights) to meet long-term service needs.
• Replacement and modernization of the County’s access control systems.
• Strategic management of a growing and evolving facilities portfolio in alignment with service demands and asset lifecycle planning.
• Expansion of service delivery efficiencies through process improvement, technology integration, inter- and cross-department collaboration.
• Development of a strong and sustainable workforce, with an emphasis on leadership growth, talent recruitment and retention, skills training, and employee engagement.

 

This leader will ensure alignment with Board priorities, regional partnerships, regulatory frameworks, and community expectations.

 

Leadership Profile

The County seeks an executive who brings:

• Strategic vision and “can-do” mindset, along with the ability to anticipate emerging issues and shape long-range priorities.
• Unquestionable integrity, strong personal accountability, even when navigating complex or sensitive situations.
• Political and organizational acumen, capable of building trust with elected officials, community leaders, staff, and partner departments and agencies.
• An adaptive and collaborative leadership style that fosters a culture of service, accountability, and performance.
• Strong people leadership skills, including the ability to develop, mentor, and coach staff; cultivate future leaders; and inspire shared purpose across diverse workgroups.
• Exceptional communication and decision-making capabilities, with the ability to integrate complex operational and policy considerations clearly and consistently while engaging effectively with the public, staff, and diverse stakeholders.
• A record of innovation and creative problem-solving, advancing new ideas, technologies, and approaches that enhance service delivery, sustainability, and organizational effectiveness.
• Flexibility and a culturally responsive approach to community engagement, ensuring effective collaboration with populations that have diverse needs and priorities.
• Fiscal accountability, budgetary, and financial management skills to effectively manage a $241 million budget.

 

Minimum Qualifications

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

A typical way to qualify is six years of experience in public works administration and an understanding of the full range of public works issues, practices, policies and trends. At least two years of experience in a managerial capacity within a large, public agency and political environment is required.

 

Application/Examination

To apply for this opportunity, please submit the required application materials online at https://jobs.smcgov.org. Email submissions will not be accepted.

• Resume
• Cover Letter that is no more than 3-pages long that highlights the following:
• Why you are interested in this position and the relevant public works leadership experience you would bring to this role; and
• A recent and significant professional accomplishment that demonstrates your strategic leadership and innovative thinking skills.

 

Tentative Recruitment Timeline

Final Filing Date: Monday, January 12, 2026, 5:00 PM PST

Application Screening: Friday, January 16, 2026

Panel Interviews: Week of January 26, 2026

Finalist Interviews: Week of February 2, 2026

General

The Employee Relations Analyst is responsible for providing analytical and technical support to Employee and Labor Relations programs including grievances and collective bargaining, drug and alcohol, and DMV employer pull notice for the San Mateo County Transit District (SamTrans), and performance management for SamTrans, the Peninsula Joint Powers Board (Caltrain), and the San Mateo County Transportation Authority (TA). 

Essential Functions & Duties

Examples of Essential Functions:

• Serve as the District’s subject matter expert in performance management including educating internal stakeholders, partners, and staff on guidelines, policies, and procedures and communicating updates to the District’s program. 
• Provide first level support in labor and employee relations matters including interpreting and developing resolutions for collective bargaining agreement (CBA) disputes as well as personnel policy and procedural issues.  
• Research and recommend solutions to performance management issues in partnership with administrative staff and Deputy Director Employee Relations.
• Develop reports, provide analysis, and generally support employee relations programs including union arbitration and grievances, performance management, and the SamTrans Drug & Alcohol, DMV Employer Pull Notice, and return to work activities.  

Examples of Essential Duties:

• Monitor and analyze SamTrans grievance and District performance management programs for compliance and implement best practices for where appropriate. 
• Independently consider options to improve Employee Relations programs effectiveness, determining opportunities to implement new strategies and techniques for improvement.
• Responsible for day-to-day administration and staff level education of the District’s performance management tool.  
• Provide advice and counsel to Bus Operations (Transportation and Maintenance) managers and supervisors on grievance related issues.
• Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with all managers, employees and union representatives.
• Assist with other Employee Relations programs including the SamTrans Drug and Alcohol Program, DMV Employer Pull Notice Program, ADA Interactive Process, Expediated Arbitration, and Formal Arbitration Process.
• Assist in employee investigations and resolving grievance matters. 
• Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect yourself, your fellow employees and the public from injury or harm. Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures to reduce or eliminate accidents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervision: Works under the general supervision of the Deputy Director, Employee Relations who establishes goals and objectives and evaluates performance.   

 

Minimum Qualifications

Sufficient experience, training and/or education to demonstrate the knowledge and ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. In lieu of a degree, work-related experience that demonstrates the skills and experience necessary to perform this role will be accepted. Development of the required knowledge and abilities is typically obtained through but not limited to: 

• A bachelor’s degree in human resources management, business administration, labor relations or directly related field.
• Two (2) years full-time progressively responsible experience in human resources, employee relations, or related field.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience providing employee relations or human resources support with union and non-union workforces. 

 

General

The Manager, Government and Community Affairs reports to the Director, Government and Community Affairs and is responsible for strategic development and management of government and community relations with a primary focus on the San Mateo County Transportation Authority (SMCTA), with additional work on San Mateo County Transit District (SamTrans) and the San Mateo County Express Lanes Joint Powers Authority (SMCEL-JPA). This position will focus on local agency, stakeholder, and community engagement and assist with regional, state, and federal efforts. 

Essential Functions & Duties

 

• Plan and execute robust, diverse, and inclusive broad-based communications and direct engagement with relevant communities; primary focus is capital construction projects for SMCTA, SamTrans, and SMCEL-JPA, secondary focus is engagement for strategic planning projects; work closely with technical staff and supervise consultant work.
• Lead GCA communications support for strategic planning and capital construction projects the SMCTA is providing technical assistance on.
• Build support for projects, manage agency relationships and lead engagement with residents and local stakeholders including elected officials, cities, business, and community groups.
• Monitor responses to projects and engage cross functional teams to ensure clear and timely communication on key policy, project, or planning goals and to respond to stakeholder and community requests and concerns.
• Provide strategic guidance to agency leadership and teams on areas ranging from community opposition to a specific project to Federal funding.
• Manage state and/or federal lobbyists, prepare the annual state and federal legislative program, and provide support for grant and other funding applications.
• Assist in overall departmental management including budgeting and department policy development.
• Supervise SamTrans/TA Government and Community Affairs staff.  Hire, mentor, and take appropriate corrective and/or disciplinary action.  Ensure EEO policies and procedures are followed. Participate in the selection of staff.  Coordinate staff training and professional development. Establish performance objectives. Monitor and evaluate employee performance.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Develop and execute Public Outreach Plans for capital construction, strategic planning, and transportation tax revenue projects; lead cross-functional teams of staff and consultants; track deliverables and deadlines.
• Meet with stakeholders to identify questions and concerns; work with internal staff and consultants to develop appropriate responses and resolutions. 
• Work on development and execution of transportation funding revenue measures; coordinate with internal and external stakeholders; gather community feedback and identify key issues; manage consultant deliverables and deadlines. 
• Incorporate working with paid community-oriented groups into engagement process. 
• Represent agency both internally and externally; participate in meetings and present information.
• Write, review, edit, and approve collateral materials, including webpage content, presentations, fact sheets, project updates, work notices, and newsletters. 
• Manage staff and report progress on projects to Government and Community Affairs Director. 
• Evaluate job performance of staff which also includes the professional development of staff through the identification of on-the-job and other professional development opportunities.
• Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect one’s self, fellow employees, and the public from injury or harm. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

San Mateo County Parks (SMCP) is currently seeking a full-time extra help Bilingual Community Engagement Intern II.

This position would be based out of Flood and Friendship County Parks and primarily working with the communities surrounding these parks. 

Friendship County Park is located in North Fair Oaks, an unincorporated area of Redwood City. Through community collaboration, the small urban park was developed to provide outdoor recreation facilities and space to promote community gardening. The park is situated on San Francisco Public Utility Commission land and is managed by SMCP. Less than an acre in size, the park features 30 community garden planters, a playground, picnic tables and more. Plot use is through an agreement with SMCP and requires regular participation in meetings. 

Flood County Park is a 21-acre park located in Menlo Park. It is primarily used as a location for family and group picnicking, playground use, and walking by the local community. The park has recently opened a new multi-use sports field, tennis/pickleball court, pump track and more! 

An intern at these locations would work on improving the interpretive elements of each park and provide programming and outreach opportunities for the local communities.

The Bilingual Community Engagement intern will report to Flood Park and be able to drive to Friendship Park and other park locations as needed. The intern will be supervised by the Interpretive Division Park Staff. 

 

Tentative schedule for this position (subject to change):

• Tuesday – Saturday: 8 hours each day
• 1 – 2 In person workdays
• 2 Virtual workdays (work from home)
• 1 Day for Events/Programming

Examples Of Duties:

A Bilingual Community Engagement Intern would be responsible for:

1. Management of Friendship Park Community Garden, including but not limited to:
   1. Managing garden plot availability and agreements
   2. Being the primary point of contact for Community Garden participants; maintaining regular communications by County phone, text, and email
   3. Working alongside gardeners to identify and address any needs or challenges in maintaining garden beds
   4. Facilitating monthly on-site educational opportunities for gardeners with staff from San Mateo County Health, Sustainability Department, and community partners
   5. Managing on-site garden tools and supplies; identify additional supplies that may be required
2. Community Program Coordination and Outreach, including but not limited to: 
   1. Coordinating and leading programs with Community Based Organizations and Partner Organizations within the community near Friendship and Flood Parks (i.e. Libraries, Schools)
   2. Leading interpretive programs at Friendship and Flood Parks 
   3. Tabling at local community events, such as Farmer’s Markets
   4. Providing translation when needed at programs and events throughout SMCP
   5. Assisting Interpretive Division with educational outreach throughout SMCP
   6. Creating flyers and social media posts to promote SMCP

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will: 

• Have strong interpersonal skills and possess the ability to effectively communicate in English and Spanish with diverse community members and San Mateo County staff to support gardeners. 
• Be an enthusiastic, outgoing, positive, and energetic person who can work collaboratively or independently with little to no supervision. 
• Be open to learning new skills, be flexible with various work projects, and be able to follow directions. 

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Bilingual in Spanish required
• Experience in food growing and garden management desired
• Knowledge of and ability to teach gardening concepts desired
• Ability to engage with individuals of many demographics and histories – youth, seniors, immigrants, economically diverse
• Strong planning and organizational skills with ability to plan programs and events and organize participants and volunteers
• Must have a valid California Driver’s License and transportation available to commute to park sites throughout San Mateo County

This is a full-time position requiring weekend work. 

NOTE: This is an extra-help, at-will assignment, paid on an hourly basis. Some extra help positions are eligible for benefits under the Affordable Care Act. Extra help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment.

Application/Examination:

*Please note that there are no housing facilities for interns. You are responsible for your own housing, transportation, and meals.
 
How to apply:
 Please submit an online application with a copy of your resume and cover letter attached to the application.
IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply Online" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. 
 
Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process.
 
Contact
 For questions about this internship, please contact Katherine Wright at kewright@smcgov.org . For questions/comments/issues relating to the application process and material submissions, please contact Chaten Berry at cberry@smcgov.org .
 
 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 to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.

 

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

San Mateo County Health's Aging and Disability Services Division is seeking qualified individuals for the unclassified and limited-term positions of In-Home Supportive Services Social Worker I/II/III. Social Workers provide a wide variety of welfare services in such areas as information and referral, protective services, out-of-home services, health related services, chore services, and other welfare services within the Health and the Human Services Agency.

 
Currently, there are three limited-term vacancies and an unclassified vacancy in the In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Program. The program provides in-home care for persons who cannot safely remain in their own home without such assistance. The recipients of IHSS are aged, blind and/or disabled and eligible for Medi-Cal. Disabled and/or blind minor children may also be eligible for IHSS. The Social Worker will make a home visit to determine eligibility for the program and to conduct an assessment to determine a range of service hours for particular tasks. The IHSS recipient or guardian is the IHSS employer and is responsible for hiring and supervising a provider for the care they receive. The Social Worker will travel throughout the County to conduct home visits, attend meetings and perform other duties of the position. The Social Worker will work in the San Mateo, CA Aging and Disability Services Office.
 

This IHSS Social Worker will conduct intake and/or on-going activities for IHSS recipients. Some of those activities include:

• Conduct initial IHSS assessments using a detailed State assessment tool.
• Complete necessary documents, paperwork, and work within different information technology systems.
• Conduct annual reassessments.
• Educate, support, and perform administrative duties for IHSS recipients and care providers to understand/comply with program regulations.
• Provide education, outreach, and community resources information.
• Participate in quality improvement efforts.
• Collaborate with quality assurance and program integrity to ensure proper adherence to regulations.
• Prepare for and attend Fair Hearings.
• Engage in interdisciplinary team meetings or other activities to support San Mateo County's vision for integrated services.
• Maintain oversight of case management needs for a caseload focused on serving IHSS recipients who aged, blind, and/or disabled, including minors.
• Collaborate and facilitate service with care providers and other partner agencies.

 

 The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Master's degree in Social Work.
• Experience providing clinical assessment for children, youth and adults with disabilities. 
• Understanding of human development and behavior within diverse populations.
• Ability to independently develop and implement sound case plans of action.
• Experience balancing client-centered care coordination and accompanying administrative documentation.
• Familiarity in implementing program regulations.
• Superior organizational skills to manage a large caseload and related documents.
• Proficient computer skills to use several independent database systems as well as Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Ability to quickly learn and adopt new technology, policies and procedures.
• Excellent writing/documentation skills.
• Fluency in Tagalog, Arabic, Spanish, Mandarin, and Cantonese is a plus.

For information on the In-Home Supportive Services Program please visit: https://www.smchealth.org/home-supportive-services

SALARY:
Social Worker I: $7,162.13- $8,008.00/month
Social Worker II: $7,236.67- $9,048.00/month
Social Worker III: $8,533.20- $10,665.20/month

Social Workers provide highly skilled, intensive casework services to individuals and their families and provide casework consultation within the department and to outside agencies.  Incumbents of positions at this level work with minimal supervision and are expected to have acquired the high degree of assessment skills required to perform care coordination and referral tasks in complex casework areas. Lead supervisory responsibilities may be assigned as circumstances dictate.

NOTE: This is an unclassified position. Unclassified positions are at-will for a limited duration, typically associated with grant or other special funding. These positions are not covered by San Mateo County Civil Service Rules; and there is no formal probation period. The following are the same for classified and unclassified positions: salary, increases and other forms of compensation; accrual of sick leave, vacation, overtime, holiday and leaves of absence; health, dental, vision, long and short term disability, and retirement.

NOTE: This is a limited term, at-will position. Limited Term Employees are assigned to assignments not to exceed three years. They receive medical and dental benefits, similar to regular employees, and a defined contribution retirement plan. 

 

Qualifications

 

Licensure/Certification: 

• California class C driver license or equivalent.

Education:

• Social Worker I: Satisfactory completion of 24 semester units of social welfare and/or appropriate behavioral science courses.

• Social Worker II: Satisfactory completion of 30 semester units of social welfare and/or appropriate behavioral science courses.

• Social Worker III: Satisfactory completion of 36 semester units of social welfare and/or appropriate behavioral science courses.

Experience: 

• Social Worker I: Two years of experience providing counseling, social services, public assistance and related services to the public, or to special groups.
  Substitution: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in social welfare, behavioral science or a related field.

• Social Worker II: Two years experience performing duties comparable to those of a Social Worker I or higher in San Mateo County.
  Substitution: Possession of a Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited school of Social Work.

• Social Worker III:  Three years experience performing duties comparable to those of a Social Worker II or higher in San Mateo County.  
  Substitution: Possession of a Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited school of Social Work and two years experience performing duties comparable to those of a Social Worker II or higher in San Mateo County.

Social Worker I

Knowledge of:

• Contemporary social and economic problems.
• Socioeconomic conditions and trends.
• Public social service programs at the federal, state and local levels of government.
• Principles of interviewing and counseling.
• Basic principles of individual and group behavior.

Skill/Ability to:

• Learning social work principles, methods and techniques.
• Establishing rapport with clients and their families in working toward solutions to their problems.
• Speaking and writing effectively.
• Maintaining cooperative working relationships.
• Analyzing problems and needs of clients and developing courses of action which work toward constructive solutions.

Social Worker II

Knowledge of:

• Principles of individual, group, and community behavior.
• Scope and nature of current problems in the field of social work.
• Social work methods and procedures.
• Social service programs, and State and Federal legislation.
• Techniques and principles of interviewing and counseling and problem solving methodology.
• Social and community resources and awareness of how to identify, develop, and properly utilize these resources.

Skill/Ability to:

• Understanding and implementing the agency's programs, policies and procedures.
• Implementing caseload management techniques.
• Establishing rapport with clients and their families in working toward solutions to their problems.
• Analyzing problems and needs of clients and developing courses of action which lead toward constructive solutions.
• Speaking and writing effectively.
• Establishing effective working relationships with other employees.

 

Social Worker III
Knowledge of:

• Theories of human behavior and their practical applications.
• Psycho-social, medical, and economic interrelationships that result in individual and social abnormalities.
• Philosophy and function of social work systems.
• Appropriate utilization of a variety of social resources.
• Laws, rules and regulations governing the operation of social work agencies, specifically those relating to the specific areas of assignment.

Skill/Ability to:

• Formulating, developing and implementing treatment plans.
• Working effectively with persons differing in value systems, ethnicity, cultural backgrounds and psychopathologies.
• Working with a variety of social resources to plan and coordinate services to individual clients.
• Acting as a consultant and trainer to other social service staff.
• Preparing clear and concise reports.

 

Application/Examination

 

If you are interested in being considered for this unclassified position, the following materials must be electronically submitted in a Word or PDF format:

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

Supplemental Questions:   

1. The position requires a valid California class C driver license or equivalent. Provide your 1) Driver's License number and 2) The expiration date.
2. Social Worker I requires satisfactory completion of 24 semester units of social welfare and/or appropriate behavioral science courses. Social Worker II requires satisfactory completion of 30 semester units of social welfare and/or appropriate behavioral science courses. Social Worker III requires satisfactory completion of 36 semester units of social welfare and/or appropriate behavioral science courses.
    
   List the following for the education that qualifies you:
    1) The course ID for classes completed;
    2) Course title; and
    3) The "semester" units received for each.
    
   NOTE: APPLICATIONS THAT DON'T CLEARLY INDICATE THE REQUIRED EDUCATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
3. Social Worker I requires two years of experience providing counseling, social services, public assistance and related services to the public, or to special groups OR a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in social welfare, behavioral science or a related field. Social Worker II requires two years of case management experience comparable to a Social Worker I in San Mateo County OR an MSW degree. Social Worker III requires three years of case management experience comparable to a Social Worker II OR an MSW degree and two years of experience performing duties comparable to Social Worker II or higher in San Mateo County.
   
   List the following for the experience that qualifies you:
    1) Your exact title;
    2) Job duties;
    3) Length of experience in months; and
    4) Employer.
    
   NOTE: APPLICATIONS THAT DON'T CLEARLY INDICATE THE REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
4. Describe in detail your experience completing social work assessments with older adults and individuals with disabilities. Provide an example of a time your assessment was not well received by the client and how did you adjust your approach to ensure the client's needs were met. Be specific. 
5. Provide an example of a time in your career where you had to implement a new administrative or regulative change that also affected your clientele. What did you do to ensure your understanding and implementation of the change was successful? How did you adjust your approach with your clientele to ensure smooth service delivery? Be specific. 
6. Describe your experience with managing a large and ethnically diverse caseload of clients. What techniques do you use to ensure you are providing service through a racial equity lens while also meeting work expectations? Be specific.

Please include the words "In-Home Supportive Services Social Worker I/ II/III – Aging and Disability Services - Unclassified/Limited-Term" in the subject line of the email submission. Please submit the required materials electronically via email to:

 

Charlene Yabut, Health Services Manager I

  cyabut@smcgov.org

Application materials will be reviewed as they are received, and well-qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.
 
Apply immediately. Resumés will be accepted until the position is filled. This posting is open on a continuous basis and selection may be made at any time within the process.
 
NOTE: Application materials are only accepted via e-mail. Materials sent via regular mail and/or fax will not be accepted. Submittals that do not include all required elements (cover letter with responses to supplemental questions and a resume) will not be considered.

 

 

Career Opportunity

Manager VI, Senior Operations Manager – Mechanical Infrastructure - SF Municipal Transportation Agency (9180)

Recruitment: RTF0162225-01087830

Published: November 25, 2025

Contact:

Maggie Gonzalez Diaz - Maggie.GonzalezDiaz@sfmta.com

 

Department: Municipal Transportation Agency
Job class: 9180-Manager VI, Municipal Transportation Agency
Starting salary range: $180,440.00 - $230,308.00 (Range A)
Role type: Permanent Exempt What does this mean?
Hours: Full-time

 

About:

The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA or “the agency”) connects San Franciscans with their communities to enhance the economy, environment and, ultimately, the quality of life in the city. As an agency within the City and County of San Francisco, the SFMTA is responsible for managing the city’s transportation network. The agency has more than 6,000 employees who are responsible for the management of all ground and some underground transportation in the city. The SFMTA has oversight over public transit, as well as bicycling, paratransit, parking and curb management, street operations, walking, and taxis.

APPOINTMENT TYPE: Permanent Exempt. Permanent-Exempt (PEX) Appointment.  Pursuant to the City & County of San Francisco Charter, Section 10.104.13, any person occupying a position under exempt appointment shall not be subject to civil service selection, appointment and removal procedures.  Exempt employees shall serve at the pleasure of the Appointing Officer.  

Application Opening: Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Deadline to Apply: Application filing will close on or after Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Recruitment ID: PEX-9180-162226

Salary: $180,440 - $230,308 annually (Range A)

Division:                       Transit

Section/Unit:                Maintenance of Way (MOW)

Work Location:            700 Pennsylvania Ave, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA

Work Hours:                 Monday – Friday, 7AM - 4PM

⚠️IMPORTANT⚠️: Your application MUST include responses to the supplemental questionnaire found here: forms.office.com/r/YBpRdTQUS5

Applicants must complete the supplemental questionnaire and the online application by the filing deadline. A cover letter and resume must be attached to the online application. The application, resume, and cover letter will not be reviewed without a completed supplemental questionnaire and vice versa.

Role description

The SFMTA Transit Division’s Maintenance of Way (MOW) Section is seeking a Senior Operations Manager, Mechanical Infrastructure (Mechanical Infrastructure SOM). This role will oversee and manage the work of four mechanical and infrastructure-related units within MOW, including: Cable Car Propulsion, Cable Car Track Maintenance, Mechanical Systems, and Light Rail Vehicle (LRV) Track Maintenance. The role encompasses the leadership of over 100 maintenance personnel across various classifications, with an emphasis on ensuring high-quality infrastructure in support of SFMTA Muni operations. The ideal candidate is highly self-motivated and professional, with extensive experience managing complex maintenance programs within a transit or similarly scaled operational environment.

Under the direction of the Deputy Chief Maintenance Officer (DCMO), the Mechanical Infrastructure SOM plans, manages, supervises, and leads the execution of essential maintenance and repair activities involving mechanical systems and infrastructure that support the City’s transit operations.

This position is responsible for implementing and overseeing preventive and corrective maintenance programs, ensuring compliance with Standard Operating Procedures and regulatory requirements, and guiding staff in resolving technical and emergency maintenance challenges. The Mechanical Infrastructure SOM works closely with engineering and project delivery teams on capital projects related to mechanical infrastructure including design review and operational readiness support. The position may also serve as a delegate for the DCMO when required.

The MOW section of the SFMTA Transit Division directly oversees the fixed guideway infrastructure, ensuring smooth and safe operations of our rail and trolley-bus lines. MOW is comprised of three maintenance and operation units: Mechanical Infrastructure, Electrical Infrastructure, Facilities Maintenance as well as Engineering, Compliance and Administration units. Together these teams directly support four of the five SFMTA transit modes including trolley bus, light rail, historic streetcar and cable car. The MOW section works collaboratively with other SFMTA divisions and other city departments to provide services to our customers by operating and maintaining over 100 track miles of railway, 500 miles of electrical overhead and critical supporting systems.

Transportation connects us all. That’s why every single day the SFMTA is working hard to build a safer, more reliable transportation system for our city. We strive to ensure that our community, and the nearly 25 million visitors that our city receives each year, have access to safe and reliable transportation options. Join us to be a part of delivering this mission!

Examples of Important and Essential Duties for the 9180-Manager VI:

• Oversees all day-to-day Maintenance of Way mechanical infrastructure functions.
• Provides direction to subordinate managers on operations, maintenance priorities, and performance improvement efforts within mechanical infrastructure teams.
• Plans, assigns, and oversees the work of staff engaged in the maintenance and repair of mechanical systems, cable car propulsion, cable car track and LRV track infrastructure.
• Adjusts plans and programs to address emerging problems and maintenance needs; develops and implements new initiatives to support departmental goals.
• Maintains and refines Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs),
• Monitor staff assignments, service levels, and organizational efficiency and recommend adjustments to the DCMO as needed.
• Identifies and implements opportunities for continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Coordinates with Administration on budget development, tracking expenditures and evaluating cost estimates for repair options.
• Prepares and approves requisitions for materials and supplies.
• Investigates field work and complaints for procedural compliance, quality, and safety; ensures inspections are completed in accordance with regulations and standards.
• Works collaboratively with engineering personnel, contractors, and vendors on mechanical and facility projects, including capital improvements and emergency repairs.
• Supports employee development through training, coaching, and performance management.

The 9180 – Manager VI may perform other duties as assigned/required. 

How to qualify

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; AND
2. Eight (8) years of full-time experience at a mass transit agency in the operation, maintenance and repair in any of the following: buildings, stations or passenger infrastructure; and/or use of heavy construction equipment; and/or track work; and/or maintenance engineering, which must have included three (3) years at the second supervisory level or management level which includes responsibility for supervising staff; AND
3. Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Substitution:
Additional years of qualifying experience (both second-level supervisory or non-supervisory) may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis. One year (2,000 hours) will be considered equivalent to thirty (30) semester units or forty-five (45) quarter units.

Notes:

1. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications by the final filing date unless otherwise noted.

2. One (1) year full-time experience is equivalent to 2000 hours. (2000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40-hour work week). Any overtime hours that you work above forty (40) hours per week are not included in the calculation to determine full-time experience.

Desirable Qualifications:

The stated desirable qualifications may be used to identify candidates advancing to the interview process and/or to identify job finalist(s) at the end of the selection process when referred for hiring.

• Ability to plan, assign, and direct maintenance and repair activities of a large, multidisciplinary workforce.
• Ability to supervise the preparation of detailed operating records and maintenance reports.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with staff, peers, and the public.
• Capacity to manage shifting priorities, emergencies, and operational challenges.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Substantial leadership experience in a senior position within a large, complex organization.
• Experience working with oversight boards or commissions is highly desirable.

What else should I know?

Verification: Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. More information can be found at: https://sfdhr.org/information-about-hiring-process#verification. Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

All work experience, education, training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application.

Selection Process: Applications will be screened for relevant qualifying experience. Additional screening mechanisms may be used to determine candidates' qualifications. Only those applicants who most closely meet the needs of the Agency will be invited to move forward in the selection process.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed to advance through all the steps in the selection process.

Minimum Qualification Supplemental Questionnaire (MQSQ): Candidates will be required to complete an MQSQ as part of the employment application at a later time. This MQSQ is designed to obtain specific information regarding an applicant's experience in relation to the Minimum Qualifications (MQ) for this position. The MQSQ will be used to evaluate if the applicant possesses the required minimum qualifications.

Terms of Announcement and Appeal Rights: Applicants must be guided solely by the provisions of this announcement, including requirements, time periods and other particulars, except when superseded by federal, state or local laws, rules or regulations.  [Note: The correction of clerical errors in an announcement may be posted on the Department of Human Resources website at https://careers.sf.gov/.

Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:

• Information About the Hiring Process
• Conviction History
• Employee Benefits Overview
• Equal Employment Opportunity
• Disaster Service Worker
• ADA Accommodation
• Right to Work
• Copies of Application Documents
• Diversity Statement

This recruitment may be utilized to fill similar positions in this classification at SFMTA.

Applicants will receive a confirmation email from notification@careers.sf.gov that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received.

For questions or inquiries, please contact: Maggie Gonzalez Diaz, at Maggie.GonzalezDiaz@sfmta.com.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

The Judicial Council of California is accepting applications for the position of Manager in Budget Services.

This position will provide direct management oversight for the Trial Court Budget Management section within the Budget Services office, which includes the Court Budget unit (CBU) and the Funds and Revenues unit (FRU). The CBU is responsible for administering allocations and reimbursements of approximately $3 billion annually to the 58 trial courts, and provides budgetary support for various trial court programs. The FRU carries out advanced budgetary, technical, and analytical responsibilities related to the administration of judicial branch funds, including backfill for the Ability to Pay program and oversight of statewide collections.

This position directs Judicial Council staff support for the Trial Court Budget Advisory Committee and its subcommittees, managing administrative functions within the Judicial Council committee process to ensure that funding included in the budget is allocated to the trial courts in a timely and proper manner.

This position also represents the Budget Services office and the Judicial Council in interactions with a wide range of partners and stakeholders, including the Judicial Council’s Executive Office and senior management, trial court leadership, county government departments, and state agencies such as the Department of Finance, the State Controller’s Office, and the Legislature. Reporting to the Deputy Director of Budget Services, this position is granted broad discretion in its areas of responsibility and operates independently with minimal supervision.

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Career Opportunity

Manager VIII, Deputy Chief Maintenance Officer - SF Municipal Transportation Agency (9182)

Recruitment: RTF0162223-01121240

Published: November 26, 2025

Contact:

Maggie Gonzalez Diaz - Maggie.GonzalezDiaz@sfmta.com

 

Department: Municipal Transportation Agency
Job class: 9182-Manager VIII, Municipal Transporation Agency
Starting salary range: $207,558.00 - $264,836.00 (Range A)
Role type: Permanent Exempt What does this mean?
Hours: Full-time

 

About:

APPOINTMENT TYPE: Permanent Exempt: This position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive Civil Service examination process and shall serve at the discretion of the Appointing Officer.

Application Opening: Wednesday, November 26, 2025

Deadline to Apply: Application filing will close on or after Thursday, December 11, 2025

Recruitment ID: PEX-9182-162224

Salary: $207,558 - $264,836 annually (Range A) 

Division:                       Transit

Section/Unit:                Maintenance of Way (MOW)

Work Location:            700 Pennsylvania Ave, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA

Work Hours:                 Monday – Friday, 7AM - 4PM

⚠️IMPORTANT⚠️: Your application MUST include responses to the supplemental questionnaire found here: https://forms.office.com/r/ysyP75KTEi

Applicants must complete the supplemental questionnaire and the online application by the filing deadline. A cover letter and resume must be attached to the online application. The application, resume, and cover letter will not be reviewed without a completed supplemental questionnaire and vice versa.

Role description

The SFMTA Transit Division’s Maintenance of Way (MOW) Section is seeking an experienced, dependable, and strategic Deputy Chief Maintenance Officer (DCMO) of MOW Operations. The DCMO will provide high level leadership and strategic oversight for three functional units responsible for critical maintenance of all transit assets and infrastructure; Mechanical Infrastructure (comprised of Cable Car Track, Cable Car Propulsion, Light Rail Track, and Mechanical Systems), Electrical Infrastructure (comprised of Motive Power, Overhead Lines, Signals and Digital Systems) and Facilities Maintenance (comprised of Custodial Operations, Building Systems Maintenance, Skilled Trades, External Program Support and Shelter Platform and Maintenance). This position directs the work of Senior Operations Managers of these units and provides leadership across a workforce of maintenance professionals spanning multiple technical classifications. The ideal candidate is highly self-motivated, professional, with extensive experience working at a large transit agency with both rail and trolley vehicles.

Under the direction of the Chief Maintenance Officer (CMO), the DCMO, stewards the agency’s fixed-guideway infrastructure integrity and drives operational excellence through comprehensive planning, performance management, and analytical decision-making. Leads the development and execution of complex, high-impact programs that ensure safe, reliable, and high-quality transit infrastructure in support of SFMTA’s multimodal operations. The DCMO advises and reports to the CMO on the state of critical guideway systems. The DCMO works closely with SFMTA engineering and project delivery stakeholders on capital projects, including review and recommendations related to all aspects of the projects. The DCMO provides direction on emergency response and resolution strategies for critical infrastructure incidents. The DCMO may be called upon to act on behalf of the CMO during their absence and cover the operational needs of the MOW section.

The DCMO oversees the implementation of robust preventive and corrective maintenance programs and provides strategic direction to MOW functional units Senior Operations Managers. The DCMO ensures all standard operating procedures and regulatory requirements are upheld and serves as representative to regulatory bodies and key stakeholders, including the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E), and San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH).

The MOW section of the SFMTA Transit Division directly oversees the fixed guideway infrastructure to ensure smooth and safe operations of our rail and trolley-bus lines. MOW is comprised of three functional operation units (Mechanical Infrastructure, Electrical Infrastructure, Facilities Maintenance) as well as Engineering, Compliance and Administration units. Together these teams directly support four of the five SFMTA transit modes including trolley bus, light rail, historic streetcar, and cable car. The mission of the SFMTA Transit Division is to provide safe, reliable, clean, efficient, accessible, and convenient public transportation to any destination in San Francisco. The Maintenance of Way Section works collaboratively with other SFMTA divisions and other city departments to provide services to our customers by operating and maintaining over 100 track miles of railway, 500 miles of electrical overhead and critical supporting systems.

Transportation connects us all. That is why every single day the SFMTA is working hard to build a safer, more reliable transportation system for our city. We strive to ensure that our community, and the nearly 25 million visitors that our city receives each year, have access to safe and reliable transportation options. Join us to be a part of delivering this mission!

Examples of Important and Essential Duties for the 9182 - Manager VIII:

• Provides high-level oversight on all day-to-day Maintenance of Way infrastructure functions.
• Provides direction to subordinate managers regarding activities and operations of their functional areas; assumes responsibility for improving the maintenance measures; coordinates with maintenance manager to maintain an effective maintenance program.
• Adjusts plans and programs activities to meet maintenance needs and emerging problems; establishes new programs, while continuing to address major departmental policies; plans, organizes, directs, controls, and reviews the operation of departmental functions and activities.
• Coordinates with MOW Administration Manager to monitor and make recommendations to the CMO on the efficiency and effectiveness of the departmental organization structure, staff assignments and service levels.
• Identifies and analyzes opportunities for improvement and implements those improvements.
• Contributes to budget development with strong justifications for proposals; manages and monitors operating budgets across multiple divisions.
• Oversees and supports Senior Operations Managers in planning, assigning, and directing the activities of a large group of subordinate personnel engaged in the maintenance and repair of transit infrastructure.
• Coordinates and directs subordinate supervisory personnel in the maintenance and repair of a variety of MOW fixed guideway facilities.
• Approves requisitions for materials and supplies; prepares and checks cost estimates and makes recommendations for repairs.
• Directs investigation of complaints and makes recommendations as to their adjustment; investigates fieldwork in process for compliance with proper procedures and methods; ensures that all facilities of the SFMTA MOW unit are inspected at regular intervals for compliance with safety laws, rules, regulations, and fire protection safeguards; confers with engineering personnel, Transit Division management, consultants, contractors and vendors on maintenance and repair projects, methods and procedures.
• Assists in the development and advancement of subordinates through training and effective use of employee development program; through subordinate supervisory personnel directs the work of janitorial, maintenance and repair crews and related support staff.

The 9182 – Manager VIII may perform other duties as assigned/required. 

How to qualify

1. Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; AND

2. Eight (8) years of full-time experience at a mass transit agency in the operation, maintenance and repair in any of the following:  power generating and related distribution systems; and/or electronic  systems; and/or  buildings, stations or passenger infrastructure; and/or  use of heavy construction equipment; and/or track work; and/or maintenance engineering, which must have included five (5) years at the second supervisory level or management level which includes responsibility for supervising staff; AND

3. Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Education Substitution: Additional years of qualifying experience (both second-level supervisory/management or non-supervisory) may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. One year (2,000 hours) will be considered equivalent to thirty (30) semester units/forty-five (45) quarter units.

Notes:

1. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications by the final filing date unless otherwise noted.

2. One (1) year full-time experience is equivalent to 2,000 hours. (2,000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40-hour work week). Any overtime hours that you work above forty (40) hours per week are not included in the calculation to determine full-time experience.

Desirable Qualifications

• Ability to lead and direct the maintenance and repair activities of cross-functional teams with a large group of subordinate personnel.
• Experience overseeing the preparation of detailed operational reports for decision-making.
• Background in managing budgets, resources, contracts, or programs in a complex organization.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to work well with staff, peers, executive leadership, elected officials, and the public.
• Ability to handle shifting priorities, emergencies, and operational challenges with good judgment and professionalism.
• Well-rounded leader, with substantial successful leadership experience in a senior level position within a complex organizational environment.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; advanced degree preferred.
• Well-rounded leader, with substantial successful leadership experience in a senior level position within a complex organizational environment.
• Experience working with oversight boards or commissions such as Board of Directors.
• Familiarity with transit systems, infrastructure, or project delivery in an urban setting.
• Knowledge of relevant local, state, and federal regulations or policies.
• Commitment to equity, safety, sustainability, and improved mobility for all San Franciscans.

What else should I know?

Verification: Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. More information can be found at: https://sfdhr.org/information-about-hiring-process#verification. Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

All work experience, education, training, and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included in your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application.

Selection Process: Applications will be screened for relevant qualifying experience. Additional screening mechanisms may be used to determine candidates' qualifications. Only those applicants who most closely meet the needs of the Agency will be invited to move forward in the selection process.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed to advance through all the steps in the selection process.

Minimum Qualification Supplemental Questionnaire (MQSQ): Candidates will be required to complete an MQSQ as part of the employment application at a later time. This MQSQ is designed to obtain specific information regarding an applicant's experience in relation to the Minimum Qualifications (MQ) for this position. The MQSQ will be used to evaluate if the applicant possesses the required minimum qualifications.

Terms of Announcement and Appeal Rights: Applicants must be guided solely by the provisions of this announcement, including requirements, time periods, and other particulars, except when superseded by federal, state, or local laws, rules, or regulations. [Note: The correction of clerical errors in an announcement may be posted on the Department of Human Resources website at https://careers.sf.gov/.

Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:

• Information About the Hiring Process
• Conviction History
• Employee Benefits Overview
• Equal Employment Opportunity
• Disaster Service Worker
• ADA Accommodation
• Right to Work
• Copies of Application Documents
• Diversity Statement

This recruitment may be utilized to fill similar positions in this classification at SFMTA.

Applicants will receive a confirmation email from notification@careers.sf.gov that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received.

For questions or inquiries, please contact: Maggie Gonzalez Diaz, at Maggie.GonzalezDiaz@sfmta.com.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

 

The Judicial Council of California is accepting applications for the position of Engineer for the Facilities Services office.

The Engineer will perform engineering design review, and options analysis in the areas of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems for judicial branch facilities. Incumbent will assist facility management staff in the more complex facility maintenance engineering activities including1) development and control of operating and maintenance procedures, 2) analysis of design maintainability and operability, and 3) other related technical support.

Incumbent will work directly with regulatory agencies such as Division of the State Architect (DSA), Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC), Division of Occupational Health and Safety (Cal/OSHA), and local city and county Departments of Public Works (DPW) to explain the Judicial Council’s approach to code compliance in designs for new capital projects, facility modification projects, and correction of code violations in existing court facilities. The mechanical professional engineer (PE) license in the state of California is required to provide credible authority as the incumbent negotiates with the regulatory agencies and to validate incumbent’s decisions that may affect the safety of court facility occupants.

May oversee contractors and subcontractors during design and construction and may perform evaluations of “as built” conditions to assure compliance with plans, specifications, regulations, and applicable standards.

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Please click here to view our online brochure.

NOTE: This recruitment was amended on March 20, 2025 to update the role of the current vacancy.

San Mateo County Health is seeking a well-qualified individuals for the position of Environmental Health Specialist IV - Consumer Protection Programs. Environmental Health Specialist will receive general supervision and provide lead direction in performing various countywide environmental health inspection and enforcement activities in one of the several specialized technical areas such as consumer protection, food sanitation, recreational water, water, sewage, land use, and cross connection control; vector control; solid waste; medical waste; and housing and institutions.

There is currently one regular vacancy that will function as a Food Plan Check Specialist within the Environmental Health Division Food and Pool Programs, located in San Mateo, but the position will include travel/driving throughout the county to perform duties of the job.

Environmental Health Services ensures a safe and healthful environment in the County's 20 cities and unincorporated areas through education, monitoring and enforcement of a variety of regulatory programs, as well as ongoing services to the community.

Duties within the Consumer Protection Programs include:

• Lead specialized programs within the Food and Pool Programs, such as Food and Pool Facilities Plan Review, Cottage Food Operations, Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations (MEHKO), Temporary Food Events, Mobile Food Facilities, and Certified Farmers Markets.
• Lead quality assurance, quality control and standardization functions.
• Conduct compliance inspections of programs and projects within the Consumer Protection Programs as assigned.
• Lead or provide direction in the investigation of citizen complaints.
• Lead and implement special projects.
• Set program standards, coordinate activities with various County and City Departments, collaborate with California Conference of Directors of Environmental Health ad hoc committees and stakeholders.

Ideal candidateswill possess:

• Forward thinking; use of innovation for program improvement goals and implementation.
• Exceptional organizational, leadership, communication and technical skills in all programs served.
• Experience leading and motivating a team.
• Experience working with diverse members of the community and other government agencies.
• An understanding of retail food construction design, and facility requirements; inspections of retail food facilities, temporary event/certified farmer's market booths and pools/spas.
• Working knowledge of FDA Standards; California Retail Food Code; California Department of Food Agriculture Guidelines; and Title 22 and 24 of the California Building Code.
• Experience related to performing inspections, investigations and research for an environmental health program or sanitation program in a regulatory agency.
• Ability to travel to different sites in San Mateo County to conduct inspections and investigations; this is critical to the position.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Candidates must be a California Department of Public Health, Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) in good standing. A copy of a current California certificate as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) is to be submitted with the application.
 

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:

• Provide lead direction, training and work review to assigned staff; organize and assign work, coordinate complex projects, and follow up to ensure completion of assigned work.
• Provide input into selection decisions, performance evaluations and disciplinary matters.
• Serve as technical expert and staff consultant in area of specialization.
• Inspect establishments and properties in assigned area for compliance with environmental health laws and regulations.
• Conduct specialized studies, program audits, investigations and inspections and make recommendations; maintain a program of code compliance and implementation in the area of specialization.
• Develop, standardize, and update staff inspection techniques.
• Investigate and resolve citizen complaints, acting as a liaison with community groups, government agencies and private business.
• Compile data, evaluate procedures and draft proposed legislation and guidelines; may review and make recommendations on environmental impact reports.
• Plan and conduct in service and public education training programs.
• Interpret regulations and provide advice relating to area of specialization to city officials, citizen groups, business owners and others.
• Maintain records and prepare reports and correspondence.
• May act as expert witness in court proceedings.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Knowledge of:

• The area of specialty, including its scientific background, technology, principles, methods, investigative techniques and problems.
• Laws, regulations and codes governing the assigned area of specialization.
• Sanitation provisions in the Health and Safety Code.
• Government agencies, community organizations and business establishments as they relate to environmental health.

Skill/Ability to:

• Plan, direct and coordinate a program of research, study, investigation and enforcement in the specialized area of responsibility.
• Interpret laws, regulations and data.
• Define difficult problem areas, analyze complex data and make valid recommendations.
• Advise and instruct others on compliance requirements in specialized area.
• Enforce local ordinances and state law.
• Work independently.
• Keep complex and accurate records.
• Speak effectively and make public presentations.
• Prepare clear, concise reports and correspondence.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.

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

• Three years of journey level experience as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist, including one year of experience in a regulatory agency in the designated option: Option 1 - Water, Sewage, Land Use and Cross Connection Control Option 2 - Vector Control and Solid/Infectious Waste Option 3 - Housing and Institutions Option 4 - Food Sanitation and Consumer Protection

Licensure/Certification:

• Possession of a California certificate as Registered Environmental Health Specialist.

 

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

A copy of a current California certificate as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) is to be submitted with the application.

The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: Pass/Fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in 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 5 days in advance in the County of San Mateo Human Resources Department.

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