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ENGINEER I/II (3 YEAR LIMITED TERM)
Public Works Department
 
LEVEL I     $7,491.33 - $9,355.75 monthly
LEVEL II  $8,275.08 - $10,334.50 monthly
Plus Excellent Benefits
 
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE:
Wednesday, October 2, 2019 at 5:00 p.m.
 

THE POSITION

Tri-City is actively recruiting for one (1) special individual to serve as a Quality Improvement Specialist II for the Quality Assurance (QA) Team within the Best Practices Department. The Quality Improvement Specialist II will report to the Quality Improvement Supervisor.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Develop, implement and oversee QA practices, policies and procedures to comply with specified County, State and Federal laws and regulations;
   
• Review charts, Electronic Health Records (EHR) medical records, and reports prepared by staff; conduct random chart reviews consisting of at least a 5% sampling on a quarterly basis utilizing audit tool(s);

• Coordinate, involve, and train appropriate staff in the process of chart reviews;

• Create and maintain internal quality assurance bulletin and provide this information to clinical program leadership and staff on a monthly or quarterly basis; maintain and archive external quality assurance bulletins and documents through tracking system;
   
• Facilitate quality assurance meetings, workshops, and committees, as needed, in order to enhance documentation quality;
   
• Compile, monitor and report performance outcomes related to compliance and provide support to clinical department with outcome measures and general support with quality assurance performance measures; perform other duties as required.

Complete Job Description available upon request.

The Menlo Park Fire Protection District is currently seeking a Fire Inspector/Investigator I/ II to join our team.  This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic individual wanting to make contributions in a fast-paced environment.  The Fire Prevention Division is regarded as an integral part of the community, providing consultation and delivering comprehensive inspection and investigative services complying with District policies and procedures

About the District

The Fire District covers the communities of Atherton, Menlo Park and East Palo Alto plus some of the unincorporated areas of San Mateo County. The District has seven stations that are strategically placed to provide the most efficient response times. The District responds to approximately 8,500 emergencies a year with about 60% of them being emergency medical incidents. 

Fire Inspector/Investigator I - Salary Range: $42.08-51.15/hr

Description -  Under direct supervision of the Fire Marshal and Deputy Fire Marshal, this position will be required to perform fire and life safety inspections, assist in fire origin and cause investigations and public relations duties as assigned.  This position is an entry level position. 

Typical Duties performed:

* Inspects residential, commercial and industrial units to determine and enforce compliance with safety laws and ordinances

* Assists in the investigation causes of fires, including fires of undetermined or suspected incendiary origin

* Inspects areas or places where there are large public gatherings or high values

* Plans and conducts programs in public education and information regarding fire prevention

* Investigates complaints and answers questions regarding hazards and violations of fire prevention regulations

* Observes fire drills in schools, businesses and convalescent homes

* Maintains records and prepares reports

* Makes presentations to civic organizations and school groups

* Maintains complete and accurate record files of fire safety codes, regulations, ordinances, inspections made, and violations and penalties

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* The principles of fire prevention and the related principles of fire investigation and the State and City laws concerning these activities

* Building construction, including fire alarm systems, fire sprinkler systems, wet and dry standpipe systems and related systems

* Local, state, and federal laws, codes, and ordinances involving environmental protection

* Computerized systems for maintaining data and preparing reports and correspondence

Ability to:

* Speak effectively before large groups of people

* Communicate requirements, policies, and decisions to the public and co-workers in an effective manner

* Follow and provide written and oral directions

* Prepare written reports

* Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

* Deal tactfully and courteously with government officials, co-workers, contractors, architects and the general public

* Work in a team-based environment and achieve common goals

* Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet strict deadlines

* Read and interpret blueprints or construction drawings

* Perform heavy and hazardous physical labor, and wear protective clothing and breathing apparatus as required to perform inspections and investigations

* Bend, stoop, reach, carry, crawl, climb, and lift as necessary to perform assigned duties

Education and Experience

Must complete CA State Fire Training Certifications for Fire Inspector 1 and Fire Investigator 1A within 2 years of hire. 

A 2 year vocational degree in fire science is desirable or equivalent years of experience as an inspector or closely related field. 

Construction trades experience is highly desirable, i.e. fire sprinkler fitter/designer, fire alarm installer/designer.

Fire Inspector/Investigator II - Salary Range: $53.76-59.27/hr

* Inspects residential, commercial and industrial units to determine and enforce compliance with safety laws and ordinances

* Investigates the causes of fires, including fires of undetermined or suspected incendiary origin

* Inspects areas or places where there are large public gatherings or high values

* Plans and conducts programs in public education and information regarding fire prevention

* Investigates complaints and answers questions regarding hazards and violations of fire prevention regulations

* Hazardous Materials use and storage inspections

* High Pile Storage inspections

* Maintains records and prepares reports

* Makes presentations to civic organizations and school groups

* Maintains complete and accurate record files of fire safety codes, regulations, ordinances, inspections made, and violations and penalties

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* The principles of fire prevention and the related principles of fire investigation and the State and City laws concerning these activities

* Building construction, including fire alarm systems, fire sprinkler systems, wet and dry standpipe systems and related systems

* Local, state, and federal laws, codes, and ordinances involving environmental protection

* California Penal Code Section 832, which consists of Arrest components

* Computerized systems for maintaining data and preparing reports and correspondence

Ability to:

* Develop and conduct an effective public relations program on fire prevention

* Speak effectively before large groups of people

* Communicate requirements, policies, and decisions to the public and co-workers in an effective manner

* Follow and provide written and oral directions

* Prepare written reports

* Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

* Deal tactfully and courteously with government officials, co-workers, contractors, architects and the general public

* Work in a team-based environment and achieve common goals

* Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet strict deadlines

* Read and interpret blueprints or construction drawings

* Perform heavy and hazardous physical labor, and wear protective clothing and breathing apparatus as required to perform inspections and investigations

* Bend, stoop, reach, carry, crawl, climb, and lift as necessary to perform assigned duties

Education and Experience

Must meet requirements of MPFD Fire Inspector I. 

Must have completed CA State Fire Training Certifications for Fire Inspector II, ICC Fire Inspector I to be eligible to promote to Fire Inspector II.

Fire Investigator I and PC832 and 4 years of fire investigation experience required to be a Lead Fire Investigator. 

A 2 year vocational degree in fire science is highly desirable or equivalent years of experience as an inspector or closely related field.

Construction trades experience is highly desirable, i.e. fire sprinkler fitter/designer, fire alarm installer/designer.

FINAL DATE FOR FILING: September 30, 2019.

THE POSITION

Do you want to be a part of an award-winning team and work with amazing people? Are you someone who can make a difference through diverse outreach, helping create a literate and informed community, provide amazing customer service, and participate in exciting programming? If you answered "yes," consider meeting us and joining our team!

Apply for a Community Program Specialist position with San Mateo County Libraries (SMCL) and join us in igniting growth through transformative experiences!
 
San Mateo County Libraries are an invaluable community resource, an amazing family, a springboard for opportunities, and our staff are what makes it so special. We're champions of learning, sharing, and exploration of open minds, new ideas, and bright futures. It's our mission and our passion to strengthen our community by creating an inclusive sense of place and an environment for learning. We seek enthusiastic team players, creative risk takers, and flexible individuals who proactively search for new opportunities to make public library services relevant to all members of the community.

The eligible list generated by this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies throughout San Mateo County Libraries, which includes locations in Atherton, Brisbane, Belmont, Foster City, Half Moon Bay, East Palo Alto, Portola Valley, Millbrae, Woodside, Pacifica, and San Carlos, as well as our administrative offices in San Mateo. The current vacancy is subject to change but is expected to be filled in the Community Learning program, which includes Adult Literacy. Successful candidates will be excited about new challenges, eager to learn, and energized by working with people from a variety of backgrounds. We respect, value, and celebrate diversity, and bilingual skills are always a plus.
 
The ideal candidate will have the ability to:

• Visualize, adapt, and deliver non-traditional and innovative services that benefit the needs of the community.
• Maintain current and develop new programs that support adult learners, with a particular focus on critical skills and knowledge, including but not limited to English as a Second Language (ESL), literacy, citizenship and workforce development.
• Identify and implement research-based methods, practices, techniques and pedagogy that help adult learners succeed.
• Recruit, train, manage, and retain volunteers to support Community Learning programs.
• Provide training and support for library staff working in program areas.
• Collect and maintain program records and statistics and create reports, as needed.
• Establish cooperative working relationships with community services providers, program participants, volunteers, and co-workers.
• Plan, schedule, coordinate, and carry out programming, workshops, classes, and at special events, along with outreach activities to community groups and agencies, ranging from tabling to public speaking.
• Use technology as a tool, staying on top of new technology trends that support program areas.
• Work in a collaborative teamwork setting and inspire fun in the workplace.
• Take initiative and work independently and with others.
• Provide excellent customer service to patrons of any age in a busy public library.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Because of the diversity of the communities we serve, bilingual language skills are preferred for this position, but not required. Specifically, we seek applicants with the ability to read, write and speak fluently in both English and Spanish, and/or in both English and Chinese (Cantonese and/or Mandarin).

SAN MATEO COUNTY LIBRARIES
The San Mateo County Libraries is a Joint Powers Authority comprised of the cities of Atherton, Belmont, Brisbane, East Palo Alto, Foster City, Half Moon Bay, Millbrae, Pacifica, Portola Valley, San Carlos, Woodside and the unincorporated areas of San Mateo County. SMCL is a high performing organization. Named a four-star library by Library Journal for the eighth consecutive year, SMCL ranked 2nd in California among similar peer libraries. SMCL is committed to providing quality public service. To achieve this, we value diversity among staff and encourage each employee to take personal responsibility and make individual contributions.  In addition to a broad range of digital content and services the Library includes twelve community libraries, bookmobile service and a literacy program. Serving a population of 270,000 residents, SMCL circulated over 3.4 million items to 2.2 million visitors last year. For more information about San Mateo County Libraries, please visit www.smcl.org.

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

QUALIFICATIONS
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:
 

 
Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices, and administrative requirements of the program to which assigned.
• Contemporary social, political and economic trends and problems related to community services.
• Principles of social planning and program development related to community services.
• Specialized technical knowledge related to assigned program area.
• Monitoring and evaluating systems for community services programs.
• Formulation and function of community and volunteer organizations.
• Current social and community needs.
• Principles and practices in community development and services planning.
• Methods applied to the collection and evaluation of statistical data.
• Principles of community organization.
• Applicable federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations and County and program policies and guidelines.
• Computer applications related to the work.
• Office administrative practices and procedures, including records management and the operation of standard office equipment. 

Skill/Ability to:

• Make independent judgments and work independently.
• Prepare concise reports and recommendations.
• Communicate effectively in writing and orally.
• Coordinate multiple facets of a program function.
• Interpret rules, regulations and guidelines at all government levels.
• Compile, analyze and interpret data using statistical and research techniques.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with members of other departments and diverse community groups.
• Plan, organize, promote and coordinate diverse community program activities.

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION
Open and 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, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help/term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination. 

The examination process will consist of an application screening based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions (weight: pass/fail). Candidates who pass the application screening may be invited to a panel interview (weight:100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org  to apply. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.
 
~ RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE ~
Final Filing Date: September 30, 2019 at 11:59PM
Application Screening: Week of October 7 - October 10, 2019
Civil Service Panel Interview: October 28, 29 and/or 30, 2019
Departmental Interview (if necessary): November 13, 2019

 
Analyst: Ximena Burns (090619) (Community Program Specialist I/II - G226/G227)

Keyword: library, community, outreach, adult learning, adult literacy, bilingual, Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese

The City of Dixon is recruiting to fill two (2) part-time (24 hours per week) positions of Transit Dispatcher and to establish an eligibility list for future use.  This position receives ride requests and quickly and efficiently organizes, schedules and routes Readi-Ride bus requests; operates equipment to relay requests to drivers; reads maps and assists drivers with directions and alternative routes; assists in collecting information related to the operation of the transit system; works closely with Transit Supervisor to ensure routes are properly scheduled; and performs related duties.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES:  Applications are invited from qualified persons who possess the knowledge and abilities to perform the job. A typical way to obtain such knowledge and ability would be: 

     Education: Equivalent to graduation from high school. 

     Experience: One year of clerical experience that involved public contact.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License (within 30 days if possession of Out-of-State License) and a satisfactory driving record as a condition of initial and continued employment.

The ability to speak Spanish is highly desirable.

Satisfactory completion of a drug screen and a background check are conditions of employment. 

EXAM PROCESS:  A limited number of candidates whose applications indicate that they, among those competing, are better qualified in terms of related education, training and experience will be invited to participate in a written exam (pass/fail) tentatively scheduled for the afternoon of Monday, October 14, 2019 and an Interview process (weighted 100%) tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, November 5, 2019.

Employment Processing: Those selected may be subject to a medical exam, drug screen, fingerprinting, background check, and must provide proof of identity and legal right to work in the United States. 

Veteran’s Preference Points: Veteran’s Preference points will be applied in accordance with the City’s Personnel Rules & Regulations. 

The City of Dixon is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. Reasonable Accommodation in the application, examination and selection process will be made upon request by calling 707-678-7000. 

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LATERAL POLICE OFFICER

(Must possess Basic P.O.S.T. Cert.)

PRE-SERVICE POLICE OFFICER

(Recent graduation or current enrollment in Academy)

Salary:

Currently enrolled in Academy (Police Officer Trainee) - $5,796/mo.

Lateral Police Officer w/Basic Certificate OR Pre-Service/Recent graduation from Academy - $6,373 - $7,746/mo.

Lateral Police Officer w/Intermediate Certificate - $6,666 - $8,103/mo.

Lateral Police Officer w/Advanced Certificate - $6,969 - $8,472/mo.

Starting salary for Lateral Officers is based on experience, qualifications, and present compensation.

DEFINITION:  The Lateral Police Officer will perform law enforcement and crime prevention in support of the Police Dept.   For the Pre-Service position, promotion to Police Officer is contingent upon successful completion of the basic academy and review by the Chief of Police.  During training, incumbents do not have police powers but are subject to the rules and regulations of the Fontana Police Department and the police academy attended. Incumbents may be assigned non-safety duties in the Police Department during training.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Candidates must have the ability to:

• Successfully complete the basic police academy which includes classroom and field training.
• Accurately observe and remember names, faces, numbers, incidents and places.
• Learn to use and properly care for firearms.
• Think and act quickly in emergencies, judge situations, and evaluate people accurately.
• Learn, understand, interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Prepare clear, accurate and grammatically correct written reports.
• Meet the requirements for police officer contained in the California State Government Code.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish  and  maintain  cooperative  working  relationships  with  those  contacted  in  the  course  of employment.
• Perform any other tasks or functions deemed necessary to the daily operations of the employer.

THE  ABOVE  LIST  OF  ESSENTIAL  FUNCTIONS  IS  NOT  EXHAUSTIVE  AND  MAY  BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY BY THE EMPLOYER

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES: Must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship with educational achievement equal to the completion of an accredited US High School or a GED, supplemented by 18 units of college level coursework in police science, sociology or a closely related field.   Completion of the basic police academy may be supplemented for some of the required college educational requirements.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of, and continuously throughout employment, a valid CA Class “C” Driver's License.  Candidates must also satisfy the following: AGE: At least 21 years of age upon completion of the basic police academy. MEDICAL STANDARDS: Must meet the standards recommended by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. SKILL IN: Physical Agility.

Working Hours: Patrol Unit Assignment - 3/12.5 + 10 schedule and Non-Patrol Unit - 4/10 schedule

Benefits:

CalPERS Retirement for new staff hired prior to January 1, 2013 with another CalPERS agency (with less than 6 month break):

3.0% @ 55 benefit, Employee pays full member contribution (currently 9%)

OR

CalPERS Retirement for employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 with another CalPERS agency or never before belonging to CalPERS:

2.7% @ 57 benefit, Employees pays 50% of normal costs (currently 11.25%)

Retirement formulas and/or member contributions subject to change.

Cafeteria Plan: Multiple health insurance options available, including a City-paid family Blue Shield HMO plan, family dental, family vision, and life insurance.

Deferred Compensation: Voluntary 457(b) plans with a City-matched contribution of up to $100/mo. into one account managed by a City provider.

Leave Accrual: Minimum 200 hours per year to a maximum of 312 hours after 20 years of service.

Uniform Allowance: $1,250 per year paid in semi-annual increments.

Merit Increases: Five (5) steps at 5% increments.

Bilingual Differential: $100.00 per pay period for those employees assigned to provide translation to and from a foreign language.

Holidays: Fourteen (14) City Holidays paid at 5.38 hours per pay period.

Probationary Period: 

• Eighteen (18) months for Police Officer with Basic Certificate.
• Twelve (12) months for Police Officer with Intermediate and above.

Selection Process may include:

• Written and Physical Agility
• Department Oral Interview Process
• Pre-employment Physical
• Psychological
• Polygraph
• Background Investigation

POLICE CADET

$12.24 - $14.88/hr.

(Part-time, at-will, no benefits)

DEFINITION:  The Cadet Program is designed to introduce recent high school graduates (ages 18 to 24) to a law enforcement career and to prepare them for entry into the Police Academy.   Under direct supervision, the Cadet position performs a wide variety of police support duties and clerical assistance for the Fontana Police Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  The employee must have the ability to:

• Perform reception duties; greet visitors and direct to appropriate staff; answer questions and provide general information to the public; answer phones and forward calls as appropriate.
• Provide assistance in property control as needed; log incoming property into computer, release property, transport evidence to crime lab, appear in court to testify regarding the validity of evidence.
• Provide support assistance and learn the duties performed in the following areas:  lobby reception, records, crime prevention, dispatch, patrol, and property control.
• Provide clerical support as needed; type, file, provide requested forms and reports; release vehicles to individuals as appropriate.
• Maintain current enrollment and satisfactory completion of at least 9 semester units of law enforcement related college courses in order to participate in the Cadet program.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Learn, understand, interpret and apply Police Department policies and procedures.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Must meet the Peace Officer medical standards recommended by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. 
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Employee must perform any other tasks or functions deemed necessary to the daily operations of the employer, and
• Other duties as assigned: This position is always evolving. Therefore, employer reserves the right to modify this job description as necessary.

THE ABOVE LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY BY THE EMPLOYER.

WORKING CONDITIONS:  Position requires sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities.  This position also requires grasping, gripping, repetitive hand movement and fine hand coordination in using a computer keyboard.  The need to lift, carry and push supplies weighing 25 pounds or more is also required.  May be required to work outside in the elements; hot, cold and rain.  Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading written documents.  Acute hearing is required when providing telephone and counter service.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES:  Successful candidates will have some basic knowledge of modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment and effective public communication techniques.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION:  Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade and current and continuous enrollment in an accredited college or university with college level course work in law enforcement.  The incumbent must be a minimum of 18 years old and a maximum of 24 years old.

LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS: Possession of, and continuously throughout employment, a valid CA Class “C” Driver’s License.

SELECTION PROCESS:  May include, but not limited to, a written test, physical agility test, department oral interview, thorough background investigation, pre-employment physical, psychological examination, and/or polygraph test.