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Why City of Berkeley?

Berkeley is a small city with a big reputation. At just ten square miles of land and seven square miles of water, we’re home to over fifty parks, a top-ranked university, and the largest public marina in the San Francisco Bay. And we’re famous around the globe as a center for academic achievement, scientific exploration, free speech, and the arts.

As an employer, the City of Berkeley offers all the benefits of a career in the public sector while fostering diversity, creativity, and innovation. Join a team of high-caliber, experienced staff with a shared mission of serving the Berkeley community and promoting an accessible, safe, healthy, environmentally sound and culturally rich city.

The Position

The Community Development Project Coordinator (CDPC) acts as a project leader in the City's community development program activities. This position is responsible for coordinating various phases of projects and implementing activities of economic development and housing. Duties include handling requests for grant funding, contract compliance matters, operations support, data analysis, and development and administration of policies, procedures, and budgets. 

View the class specification here.

The Departments

Health, Housing & Community Services

• In Affordable Housing Programs, the CDPC provides project leadership and implements a variety of programs related to affordable housing development, rehabilitation, program administration, and policy development and implementation. Candidates will have significant interaction with housing developers, owners, managers, tenants and applicants. Ideal candidates will have a solid understanding of affordable housing financing and/or housing policies and programs, resourcefulness in responding to challenges, and proficiency in drafting, negotiating and executing the mechanisms for ensuring the community's interests. 

• In Labor Standards and Employment Programs, the CDPC works to ensure the City is in compliance with relevant local and federal ordinances/regulations. The Berkeley Municipal Code (BMC) contains several locally adopted labor and employment programs. The City is also an entitlement jurisdiction, and receives an annual funding awards from the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). 

Public Works

• In Real Property Services, the CDPC provides lead direction to staff, advises City Management on program implications of operational or financial activity, and makes recommendations regarding areas such as project restructuring, funding alternatives, and cost analysis. Incumbents have considerable latitude to exercise independent judgment, particularly when representing the City Manager or department in meetings with other agencies, boards and commissions and community groups.

• In Electric Mobility, the CDPC leads the City's efforts to fulfill the Berkeley Electric Mobility Roadmap. This plan aims to create a fossil-free transportation system that integrates with and supports the City’s ongoing efforts to increase walking, biking, and public transportation use in the City, and ensures equitable and affordable access to the benefits of clean transportation. Incumbents will organize the Electric Mobility Implementation Working Group, manage the development of City-owned electric vehicle charging infrastructure, track and develop programs utilizing emerging mobility options, and catalyze actions such as pilot projects and new best practices.

City Manager 

• In the ​​​Office of Economic Development, the CDPC provides assistance to new and growing businesses in Berkeley and the business district organizations that represent them. They will perform a range of economic data analysis, prepare reports and presentations for the City Manager, City Council, and various boards and commissions, manage Berkeley's Revolving Loan Fund, and manage contracts with one or more Berkeley Business Improvement Districts (BIDs). Incumbents will also act as liaison with various district-based business organizations to help them promote and develop their districts, build local capacity and promote positive neighborhood economic development outcomes. They will advise businesses seeking to grow in or relocate to Berkeley and link them with property owners, brokers and other sources of business assistance. 

Required Qualifications

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college with major coursework in business, planning, or public administration or a closely related field.

AND

Four (4) years of professional project management experience in community development, such as housing, economic development, public works, or planning. Lead and/or supervisory experience is desirable.

A master's degree in a related program is desirable and can be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: A valid California driver's license is desirable. Must be able to attend evening meetings.

The City of Berkeley is seeking PE-licensed candidates who are passionate about improving infrastructure for a more sustainable and resilient city. As an Associate Civil Engineer, you will function as a project leader for Capital Projects with an emphasis on engineering design.

Located in the Public Works Department and the Parks, Recreation & Waterfront Department, capital improvement teams are responsible for coordinating with stakeholders and managing contracts to get projects ready for bidding and construction. Within the Civil Engineer series, Associate level engineers prepare the more difficult and complex specifications, drawings, legal descriptions and cost estimates.

Minimum Qualifications

A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is:
Equivalent to graduation from a four year college or university with major coursework in civil engineering and three (3) years of professional engineering experience in design and construction work at a level equivalent to the Assistant Civil Engineer classification.

Progressively responsible related experience may be substituted for the college coursework on a year-for-year basis.

Other requirements include possession of a valid California Registration as a professional Civil Engineer and possession of a valid California driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.

CHILD CARE INSTRUCTOR II (SCHOOL AGE)

Mary Silveira and Vallecito Children’s Centers

$3,137 - $3,813 per month

Plus excellent benefits

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Applications reviewed on a weekly basis

THE CITY is focused on enhancing our community members’ quality of life through well-designed services and a positive workplace culture.  San Rafael is the economic and cultural heart of Marin County, and its high quality of life is centered on its commercial districts, engaged neighborhoods, active lifestyle, and natural environment.  San Rafael (population 61,000) is a full-service city with a city council/city manager form of government with 12 departments, more than 400 employees, and an annual budget of $120 million.  The City’s vision is to be a vibrant economic and cultural center reflective of its diversity.  The City Council is engaged and seeks to strengthen the urban and commercial areas as well as sustain the beautiful natural environment.

San Rafael’s Organizational culture framework is an initiative called “Together San Rafael.”  City employees are our greatest asset, and we seek talented individuals with diverse backgrounds who are creative, curious, and excited about a challenge.  We are a results-driven team focused on the needs of community members.  The Together San Rafael initiative is focused on modernizing City services and increasing the engagement of employees.  This initiative recognizes the interconnectedness of the customer and employee experience. 

THE POSITION:

The City of San Rafael Library & Recreation Department, Child Care Division, is accepting applications for Child Care Instructor II to work in our School-Age Programs at Mary Silveira and Vallecito Children’s Centers.  Under the supervision of the Child Care Director, the Child Care Instructor II will provide developmental care and supervision to children enrolled in the childcare program; implement age-appropriate curriculum for children; establish and maintain supportive relationships with children and parents.  Incumbents in this position assume primary responsibility for planning, scheduling, and organizing curriculum and other activities for childcare participants.  In the absence of the Child Care Director, the Child Care Instructor II may assume those duties.

This position performs the following essential job duties (including but not limited to):      

• Plan, implement and supervise enrichment and recreation-based programs.
• Develop age-appropriate curriculum and activities to stimulate children’s cognitive skills, abilities, and development.
• Evaluate needs of children, staff, and site to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children and staff.
• Maintain accurate attendance and enrollment records; maintain appropriate confidential records.
• Supervise and coordinate the work of subordinate childcare staff.
• Monitor and order classroom supplies and materials as needed.

To be eligible for this position you must have knowledge of: 

• Stages and phases of Child Development.
• Age-appropriate curriculum development and implementation.
• Principles of parent communication and support.
• Instruction, supervision, and classroom management techniques.
• Appropriate disciplinary techniques.

To be eligible for this position you must possess the ability to:

• Plan and implement curriculum based on principles of Child Development.
• Supervise and coordinate staff and children.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships.
• Work cooperatively to achieve program goals.
• Interact and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with children, parents, staff, host school and community members.
• Manage time, activities, and resources effectively.
• Work as scheduled.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: 

• Completion of twelve (12) units of Early Childhood Education. 
• One year (12 months) experience working with children in a group setting.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Department of Justice and FBI fingerprint clearance
• Prefer possession of a valid California Driver’s License

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:   

Must be able to perform physical activities such as but not limited to lifting or carrying children or heavy items (up to 40 lbs.) unassisted, reaching, bending, standing, or walking.  The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, twist, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:   

City of San Rafael application is required.  A City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City of San Rafael application.  Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application since this information will be used to determine who will be invited to participate in the next phase of the examination process.  The examination process may include the following:  application appraisal and oral board interview examination.  The passing point for the oral board examination final score will be 70%.  Prior to appointment, candidate must pass a pre-placement physical examination, drug screen, a background check, and fingerprinting.  To file an application, go online to www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “San Rafael”.  Follow this link to submit an application for this position:   https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-20380336 

Reasonable Accommodation: The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations in the interview process to accommodate disabled applicants. If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (415) 485-3474 before the test date.

For More Information Call:  415-485-3386

Application filing deadline Open Until Filled- Apply Immediately

Interviews- TBD

Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing a City application.

DEFINITION

Under general direction, to supervise and review the work of the professional and technical staff of a section of the Engineering Division engaged in preparing and/or reviewing plans, specifications, designs, estimates, and inspections relating to capital improvement, construction, development, and maintenance projects; to coordinate the work of the section with that of the Engineering Division and the Public Works Department; and to perform complex engineering design, construction inspection, contract administration, and related work as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Provide engineering consultation services to various field and office personnel; design and/or manage design and construction contracts on City's capital improvement projects; review architectural, development and/or engineering maps, plans, specifications, designs, and cost estimates, and provide recommendations on the feasibility of bidding and constructing various construction or maintenance projects prepared in-house or by consultants; administer contracts and inspect construction to insure technical and legal compliance; plan, organize, and coordinate assigned work with other City departments and outside agencies, consultants, and contractors; prepare or direct project-related studies, reports, and correspondence for City administrators, officials, and citizens; research and prepare Issue Statements on various policy questions; assist with preparation of annual division budget; review, revise and maintain the City's General Conditions, Standard Specifications and Drawings ("Standards"); research design and construction procedures and materials, and recommend improvements in Standards to the City Engineer; formally evaluate performance of assigned personnel.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of: Principles and practices of civil engineering design and construction; principles and techniques of management and supervision including planning, organizing, and developing goals and objectives; principles and practices of design administration including computer aided design (CAD); theories, techniques, materials and equipment used in construction and maintenance of municipal Public Works

improvements; legal issues, including liability laws, relating to municipal construction and civil engineering.

Ability to: Demonstrate skill and/or acquire current knowledge in organizing, managing, supervising and evaluating the work of professional and technical engineering personnel; employ City administrative, budgeting, purchasing, personnel management and other related processes and procedures to assist in managing the division; prepare or direct the preparation of complex plans, specifications, and legal contracts; conduct contract negotiations for City projects; demonstrate clear and effective oral communication; prepare clear and concise correspondence, reports and other written documents; interact positively and cooperate with co-workers, respond politely to customers, work as a team member, function under demanding time pressure, respond in a positive manner to supervision, and attend work and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis.

Education: Possession of a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or closely related field.

Experience:  Five years of increasingly responsible experience in design and construction management of civil engineering projects, with at least two of the five years at a level equivalent to a City of Daly City Civil Engineering Associate.

License: California registration as a professional Civil Engineer and a valid Class C California Driver's License.

The City of Sunnyvale is seeking a Building Inspector II to provide building construction inspections.  Our Building Safety team works as one solution-driven, cohesive team, and encourages leadership from the ground-up. Are you the next Building Inspector II to join our team?

The Building Inspector II is under the direction of the Senior Building Inspector. This position is part of a 12-person building inspection team working on a variety of projects from single-family, remodel, commercial tenant improvements in existing and new buildings, new construction of large development projects such as townhomes, apartments, hotels, and Class A office buildings.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of the building codes, is a good communicator to coworkers, contractors, and other members of the public, and will be able to prepare clear, concise and comprehensive reports, correspondence and other required documents; maintain forms, records and field reports relative to inspection activities and to document findings.

The City of Sunnyvale offers:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Classic CalPERS members have 4% of the employee contributions paid by the City, leaving only 3% for the employee to contribute.
• Retiree medical benefits available

A complete application packet will consist of a City of Sunnyvale employment application and responses to the required supplemental questions. The next review date will be Monday, April 17, 2023 at 9:00 am. For complete information regarding this opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov.

Salary: $47.68 - $60.86 Hourly

Child Care Instructor II (Preschool)

Full-Time (35 hours per week)

$3,137 - $3,813 per month

Plus excellent benefits

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Applications reviewed on a weekly basis

THE CITY is focused on enhancing our community members’ quality of life through well-designed services and a positive workplace culture.  San Rafael is the economic and cultural heart of Marin County, and its high quality of life is centered on its commercial districts, engaged neighborhoods, active lifestyle, and natural environment.  San Rafael (population 61,000) is a full-service city with a city council/city manager form of government with 12 departments, more than 400 employees, and an annual budget of $120 million.  The City’s vision is to be a vibrant economic and cultural center reflective of its diversity.  The City Council is engaged and seeks to strengthen the urban and commercial areas as well as sustain the beautiful natural environment.

San Rafael’s Organizational culture framework is an initiative called “Together San Rafael.”  City employees are our greatest asset, and we seek talented individuals with diverse backgrounds who are creative, curious, and excited about a challenge.  We are a results-driven team focused on the needs of community members.  The Together San Rafael initiative is focused on modernizing City services and increasing the engagement of employees.  This initiative recognizes the interconnectedness of the customer and employee experience. 

THE POSITION:

The Library and Recreation Department (Child Care Division) is recruiting for a full-time Child Care Instructor II position in their Preschool Programming at Parkside Preschool.  Under the supervision of the Child Care Center Director, this position will provide developmental care and supervision to children enrolled in the childcare program; implement age appropriate curriculum for children; establish and maintain supportive relationships with children and parents; and other related duties as assigned.

This position performs the following essential job duties:      

• Plan, implement and supervise developmental preschool programs.
• Develop age-appropriate curriculum and activities to stimulate children’s cognitive skills, abilities and development.
• Evaluate needs of children, staff and site in order to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children and staff.
• Supervise the activities of children and records observations of children’s behavior and activities; monitor behavioral patterns and develops assessment and profiles.
• Schedule parent conferences to discuss children’s development and concerns; work with family to devise learning and development strategies as necessary.
• Maintain accurate attendance and enrollment records; maintain appropriate confidential records.
• Supervise and coordinate the work of subordinate childcare staff.
• Monitor and order classroom supplies and materials as needed.

To be eligible for this position you must have knowledge of: 

• Early Childhood Development
• Curriculum models such as CLASS and Pyramid training
• Classroom management techniques
• Appropriate disciplinary techniques
• Oral and written communication skills
• Group leadership and teaching skills

To be eligible for this position you must possess the ability to:

• Plan and implement curriculum based on principles of Child Development.
• Supervise and coordinate staff and children.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships.  Work cooperatively to achieve program goals.
• Interact and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with children, parents, staff, host school and community members.
• Manage time, activities and resources effectively.
• Work as scheduled.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: 

• Completion of twelve (12) units of Early Childhood Education (ECE) courses.     
• One year working with children in a Preschool setting.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Department of Justice and FBI fingerprint clearance
• Prefer possession of a valid California Driver’s License

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:   

Must be able to perform physical activities such as but not limited to:  lifting or carrying children or heavy items (up to 40 lbs.) unassisted, reaching, bending, standing, or walking.  The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, twist, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:   

City of San Rafael application is required.  A City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application since this information will be used to determine who will be invited to participate in the next phase of the examination process.  The examination process may include the following:  application appraisal and oral board interview examination.  The passing point for the oral board examination final score will be 70%.  Prior to appointment, candidate must pass a pre-placement physical examination, drug screen, a background check, and fingerprinting.  To file an application, go online to www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “San Rafael”.  Follow this link to submit an application for this position:   https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-20363710 

Reasonable Accommodation: The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations in the interview process to accommodate disabled applicants. If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (415) 485-3474 before the test date.

The Position

The Building Inspector Specialist (Plumbing) enforces the provisions of the Plumbing codes by inspecting both new projects and additions and alterations to existing residential, commercial and industrial buildings; provides technical expertise and training in an assigned functional area; may be assigned to assist at counter or in development activities; and performs related duties as required.

Examples of Job Duties

- Performs inspections, plan checks, and related duties in the specialized plumbing field of building inspection.
- Investigates unlisted equipment and suspect substandard installations to determine product equivalency.
- Resolves disputes over interpretation and application of building codes.
- Reviews building plans to determine compliance to specialized systems and methods and schedules of inspection.
- Meets with City officials, business representatives and the general public to discuss specialized facets of inspection, including procedures and problems.
- Represents the City at meetings and conferences in a positive, constructive, and complementary manner.
- Reviews and approves building permits.
- Trains staff in assigned building inspection specialty.
- Performs combination building inspection duties.
- Prepares correspondence and reports.
- Maintains building inspection records.
- Utilizes computer for tracking projects, writing and generating reports.
- Other duties as assigned.

The City of Menlo Park is currently accepting applications for Child Care Teacher I/II.   

These positions are part-time (20 hours a week) and provide a flexible work schedule. We are looking for candidates that enjoy teaching & working with preschool and school aged children. The working hours are Monday through Friday.

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