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The City of Pacifica is accepting applications for the position of

Bus/Van Driver

(Part-Time)

If so, this part-time job may be for you!

The Senior Services division of the City’s Parks, Beaches & Recreation Department currently has a part-time openings for a bus/van driver. This vital position reports to the Supervisor of Senior Services and, while other local trips may be required, is responsible for transporting seniors to and from the Community Center. This position is also responsible for gathering client data as it relates to Aging and Adult Services and assisting the Recreation Coordinator — Senior Services with client needs. This part-time, non-benefitted position works between 25 - 30 hours per week, with a flexible Monday through Friday work schedule. 

Essential Function Requirements

•  Ability to establish rapport with older adults; ability to physically assist with the loading/and unloading of clients in need from vehicle.
• Class B Commercial license with a passenger endorsement or Class C Commerical license with a passenger endorsement; and drive either a bus or a van.
• Must pass medical physical as required for holding a commercial driver’s license.
• Subject to random drug/alcohol testing as required by the Department of Transportation (DOT). Must comply with all DOT rules and regulations.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively in writing, in person and on the telephone.
• Basic computer skills required (Word, Excel).
• Must comply with AAS client confidentiality rules.
• Establish positive and confidential working relationships with staff and public.
• Must be able to prioritize daily situations based upon emergency needs and requests.

Examples of Duties

 Drive seniors to and from their home to the Community Center; maintain composure during crisis situations; manage the scheduling of client appointments for services provided at the Community Center; partner with staff to perform specific tasks required of Recreation Specialist-Senior Services (in staff’s absence); telephone or home visit to Meals on Wheels (MOW) clients.

Employment Standards

• Minimum of high school graduation or equivalent.
• Experience in working with seniors or an organization which addresses the needs and interests of the older adult population is desired.  

Licenses and Certificates 

• Minimum of Class B Commercial license with a passenger endorsement.
• Must have current or be able to attain the American Red Cross Standard First Aid certificate, CPR, and AED certificate within three months of employment.

Tools and Equipment Used

• Multi-passenger bus (18-21 seat)
• Wheel chair ramp
• Multi-passenger van
• Computer, including word processing software
• Calculator, copy and fax machine
• Phone

Physical Demands

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to fingers, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms and to lift and carry, push and pull. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The ability to drive a van and a bus is a must.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.

Individual must be:

• A defensive driver in anticipating multiple situations that could arise in one’s surroundings.
• Able to deal with situations that are confidential.
• Able to work successful and professionally in crisis mode during client emergency at the Community Center or at a client’s home. 

Individuals may:

• Encounter visits with clients that have communicable diseases.
• Need to effectively deal with clients with various health issues such as: hearing/sight/memory loss or dementia, drug/alcohol abuse, mental disorders.
• Encounter individuals who are economically challenge.
• On occasion be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic, or caustic chemicals.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately loud. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Individual will be:

• A defensive driver in anticipating multiple situations that could arise in one’s surroundings.
• Able to deal with confidential situations confidential.
• Able to work successful and professionally in crisis mode during client emergency at the Community Center or at a client’s home. 

Individual will be able to:

• Encounter visits with clients that have communicable diseases.
• Effectively deal with clients with various health issues such as: hearing/sight/memory loss or dementia, drug/alcohol abuse, mental disorders.
• Encounter individuals who are economically challenge.
• On occasion be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic, or caustic chemicals.

Application Process

Interested candidates must submit a completed on-line employment application. Resumes in lieu of a completed application will not be accepted. Applications can be obtained on-line at www.calopps.org  . Faxes will not be accepted.

Selection Process

The most highly qualified applicants will be invited to undergo an oral panel interview, dates and times to be announced. The selected candidate must successfully pass the final phase of the hiring process that includes a reference check, fingerprinting, an acceptable driving record, a medical examination and a pre-employment drug test. In compliance with Federal requirement, the selected candidate must provide documentation validating the right to work in the United States. ADA accomodations will be provided to requesting applicants upon at least 48 hours advance notice. 

The City of Pacifica is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin in its employment actions, decisions, policies, and practices. The duties described in this job announcement are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.  This job announcement does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Please note: This is a DISPATCHER II LATERAL OPPORTUNITY for those EXPERIENCED in PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCH (911). ONLY those with PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCH experience need apply.

This is a continuous recruitment.  Applicants are added to the employment list as they meet the minimum qualifications?

Experience:

· One year of public safety dispatch experience comparable to that of a Dispatcher I in the City of San Mateo. 

· Experience within the last three years is highly desirable.

· Completion of the California POST Basic Police Dispatch Academy is highly desirable.

· Bi-lingual skills are highly desirable.

Training:

· Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade 

The San Mateo Dispatch Center is a division of the Police Department and dispatches for 118 officers in two agencies.  The San Mateo Dispatch team is known throughout the County for its professionalism and desire to serve the public.  San Mateo dispatchers handle in excess of 50,000 calls for service each year, 300,000 telephone calls, 40,000 9-1-1 calls, while also handling over 2 million radio transmissions.

The Department has implemented an on-line reporting system and is continually evaluating other progressive alternative reporting forms to optimize technology.  The Dispatch Center provides contract dispatch services to the City of Brisbane and is currently seeking to expand that role as a regional dispatch services provider.  With a new police building, the City of San Mateo’s dispatch center is  the County’s newest state-of-the-art dispatch center.

 About SMART

Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) is a passenger train and bicycle & pedestrian pathway project located in San Francisco’s North Bay. SMART will provide rail service along 70 miles of the historic Northwestern Pacific Railroad alignment, connecting urban and rural residents of the two counties with jobs, education and health care services in the region. The project revives the long-dormant but publicly owned railroad right of way, serving stations from Cloverdale in Sonoma County to the San Francisco-bound ferry terminal in Larkspur, Marin County.

The first phase, a 42-mile rail and trail project connecting the county seats and population centers of San Rafael and Santa Rosa, was inaugurated in August of 2017. Extensions north and south will be developed as additional funding is identified.

 About the position
The Conductor is responsible for the safe and reliable operation of SMART trains. Responsible for courteous and professional interaction with passengers, and inspection of fares

This position is a certified Conductor’s position responsible for the safe movement of trains by adhering to applicable operating rules and practices. Assures excellent service delivery by adhering to District service standards. Ensures safety of passengers and crew by adhering to safety rules. Submits various reports to record movement delays, unusual occurrences, passenger inconveniences, and mechanical defects. This position will be responsible for communicating appropriate and pertinent information to Central Control, customers, supervisors, and others designated to receive such information. Assists in boarding and detraining of passengers and baggage. Makes customer service announcements and provides information about train service to include passenger connections. Makes special arrangements in case of service failure. Ensures each passenger has the proper fare. Ensures safe and orderly passenger conduct. This position will also be responsible for incidental housekeeping and cleaning of trains at terminals.
 

PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER (Per-Diem)

$48.00 per hour

THE POSITION

Public Safety Dispatchers are responsible for public safety dispatch and related records management activities. Per-Diem Dispatchers may be called to work either a day, swing, or graveyard shift on a per-diem basis that includes nights, weekends, and holidays. Public Safety Dispatchers perform a wide range of duties involving radio, telephone, and computers. Dispatchers receive and transmit emergency and non-emergency telephone and radio traffic as well as process communication reports, records and radio logs, while maintaining a high level of confidentiality.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

~High School diploma

~Completion of a probationary period in a public safety agency

~Currently working or has been employed within two (2) years as a Public Safety Dispatcher at a public safety agency

~Possession of a California POST Basic Dispatch Academy Certificate

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

~Possess and maintain a valid California Driver’s License

~Ability to pass an extensive background investigation

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

The ideal candidate will possess the ability to record and transmit information with speed and accuracy, "multi-task," quickly learn new material, make quick and sensible decisions, learn from constructive criticism, possess a high commitment to quality service, and participate in a team approach to law enforcement. The candidate will be able to successfully complete the department training program, operate a computer and complex software programs, type at a net speed of 35 words per minute, follow and give instructions, and gather information via telephone and in person. The ideal candidate will be respectful and sensitive towards the cultural and ethnic diversity of the community, and will work well with the general public under stressful or emergency conditions, and be able to speak, write, and read clearly and fluently. Knowledge of RIMS CAD is desirable.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates may apply on-line at www.calopps.org. After reviewing applications and supporting documentation, candidates that best meet the Department’s needs will be invited to oral interviews.

SMART is a voter approved passenger rail project located in Marin and Sonoma counties in Northern California. We began revenue service in August 2017 and were the first new railroad in the country to begin service with Positive Train Control installed. We are seeking experienced and motivated individuals who enjoy the challenge of creating new processes and systems. Under direction, the Signal Technician is responsible for maintenance and repair of grade crossing warning devices, signaling and SMART's Positive Train Control system, rail safety communication systems and car borne signal components. This position will perform maintenance on railway signal and communications equipment such as track signals, Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) cameras, positive train control equipment, fiber optic links, programmable multiplexer servers, stand alone computers, power supplies and associated communications equipment.

SMART is a voter approved passenger rail project located in Marin and Sonoma counties in Northern California. Our railroad is currently under construction. We are seeking experienced and motivated individuals who enjoy the challenge of creating new processes and systems.

Under direction of the Controller-Supervisor, the Engineer-Conductor position is responsible for the safe and reliable operation of SMART trains, courteous and professional interaction with passengers, and inspection of fares.

This position is a dual-certified position consolidating the responsibilities of an Engineer and a Conductor into a single dual-certified classification. This position is responsible for the operation of SMART trains in accordance with SMART and Federal Rail Administration (FRA) rules, operating procedures, and guidelines. Operation of trains will be under the direction of an on-duty Controller-Supervisor, either according to a current schedule or as an unscheduled extra, and on a revenue or non-revenue basis. Engineer Conductors will also be required to operate material handling trains using a freight locomotive. This position will be responsible for the safety of customers, equipment, fellow staff members and the general public during operation of the train, and for the enforcement of SMART’s fare collection system through the inspection of fare payment instruments under a proof-of-payment fare collection system and other responsibilities as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must possess a high school diploma, GED or recognized equivalent
• Three (3) years full time equivalent or verifiable experience operating trains in a general railroad system environment.
• Must be a Federal Railroad Administration Certified Locomotive Engineer.
• Must meet or exceed the requirements for a Certified Conductor.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.               

Position Details:
• There is a 12-month probationary period for regular appointment to this position.
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Safety Sensitive, (subject to Hours of Service), subject to DOT and FRA Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations
• This position is subject to Federal Railroad Administration Hours-of-Service regulations.
• Regular, Full-Time
• A thorough background check will be required including, but not limited to: current and past employers, personal contacts, education verification. A credit report will be required for positions covered under Labor Code 1024.5. (A complete list of background checks documents will be provided upon request).
• A pre-employment physical, including a drug test, will be required,
• A pre-employment psychological screening, administered by a licensed/certified psychologist, will be required.
• Train Operators may be required to report to and from any location on the railroad.

EOE
 

“This is a continuous recruitment which can be closed at any time without notice.”

The City of Chowchilla is seeking a Transit Driver I / Dispatcher, 

Candidate must have basic arithmetic skills, speak both English and basic Spanish and have general office procedures knowledge .

The preferred candidate will have a proficient knowledge of the geographical layout of the City of Chowchilla including major streets, public places and landmarks, and general locations within the City’s Sphere of Influence and be capable of  maintaining a mental image of the location of all in-service transit vehicles. The candidate must have knowledge of telephone and two-way radio operations and procedures; must know provisions of the California Motor Vehicle Code that are applicable to the operations of passenger-carrying vehicles; possess safe driving practice; and possess a basic first aid certification. 

Candidate must be able to drive a passenger-carrying bus safely and efficiently; understand and carry out verbal and written instructions; maintain accurate records; think clearly and quickly; be able to use dispatching software and establish and maintain cooperative working relations with City staff, senior citizens, adults, children and persons with disabilities; be able to read and write competently ; speak and communicate effectively in both English and basic Spanish.

The candidate may be exposed to heat, cold, fog and rain, sneezing and coughing passengers, passengers experiencing motion sickness, caustic and corrosive chemicals, and instances to assist persons with a disability. Candidate will be required to maintain the interior and exterior of transit vehicles. 

“This is a continuous recruitment which can be closed at any time without notice.”

THE POSITION Under general supervision, this non-sworn, non-peace officer position performs assignments involving responsible public contact work in crime prevention and delivers non-emergency police services; also performs related duties as required.

Prerequisites / Qualifications 

This is the entry-level position.   Applicants must be 18 years old at time of application, have no felony convictions, have the ability to learn and understand radio and statue codes, understand policy and procedures written in English, function without close supervision, work a variety of shifts including weekends and holidays, and lift and transport various objects.  

Education / Experience

Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school plus one (1) year of experience in a clerical of similar position; college credits in criminal justice or communication preferred. 

Licenses / Registrations / Accreditations / Etc. 

Possession of a Valid Class C California Motor Vehicle Operator License; A 35 WPM Typing Certification (Needs to be attached to application); and achieve within one year of appointment the completion of a P.O.S.T. Dispatch Certificate, completion of D.O.J. training for full access operator, and standard CPR and First Aid Certificates issued by the American Red Cross. 

The City of Glendora Police Department is hiring part-time Dispatchers. We are looking for people who have current or previous police dispatch experience and possess a POST dispatch certificate.

The City of Glendora seeks enthusiastic and motivated individuals with high moral standards and a desire to contribute to Glendora’s quality of life to join our team in the Police Department in supporting and serving our community with dedication, excellence and mutual respect. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills and the ability to remain calm and tactful during stressful situations. Outstanding customer service and communication skills are a must.

If you are excited about delivering the highest level of public safety and service and enjoy creatively solving problems, we invite your application!

Under general supervision, receives requests for law enforcement services and dispatches units via radio; maintains contact with department personnel in the field; operates the City jail; processes and books prisoners; monitors the condition and status of individuals held in custody; completes related forms; performs related duties as required.

Some of the typical duties of the Police Service Representative I include but are not limited to, the following:

• Receives requests for police or other emergency services over the phone; answers 911 calls; screens incoming calls to determine necessity, priority, and type of response required; monitors other radio frequencies to be aware of incidents elsewhere that may affect City police operations; monitors cameras throughout the building.

• Dispatches, as necessary, police and animal control units in response to calls for service or requests from officers in the field; uses law enforcement terminology and cites Code sections by number; calls public and private agencies, such as allied law enforcement, hospitals, towing services, and utilities and requests mutual assistance when necessary; acts as liaison to other City Departments.

• Keeps track of police unit locations and status; maintains constant radio communication with personnel in the field; runs warrant checks on subjects, registration checks on vehicles, criminal histories and property checks; relays information and instructions to personnel in the field.

• Maintains accurate log of incoming service requests and actions taken; prepares other reports and records as directed; maintains files necessary for dispatch as assigned; enters, updates, and retrieves information from the computer and teletype networks.

• Provides general information to the public; as necessary, refers callers to appropriate agencies; calms angered or distraught callers; maintains calm in radio transmissions during hectic, tense, and dangerous situations; may assist citizens and police officers with translation related needs.

• Provides temporary and vacation relief for other staff as necessary; may occasionally perform same sex body searches in absence of other personnel.

For a complete job description, applicants may go to the City’s website at www.ci.glendora.ca.us or contact the Human Resources & Risk Management Department.

Education and Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be graduation from high school or equivalent.

Knowledge and Skill Levels:
Considerable knowledge of office procedures, record keeping system, forms, correspondence, reports and other materials common to operation of a police department; police dispatching procedures and the laws and regulations governing the use of dispatching equipment in a law enforcement agency; agencies involved with police activities; Penal Code, Vehicle Code, and local municipal code; 911 system and TDD Deaf Translation System; computerized systems used in municipal law enforcement agencies.

Special Requirements:
Completion of a P.O.S.T. approved entry level Police Dispatcher basic training course. Candidates must possess and maintain a valid Class C California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record during employment. Ability to type 25 net wpm. A Typing Certificate dated within the last six months is required to be submitted with your application. INTERNET TYPING CERTIFICATES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

The successful candidate must be willing and available to work weekends, holidays and nights on a routine scheduled basis.

CANDIDATES MUST SUBMIT A COPY OF THEIR POST CERTIFIED PUBLIC SAFTEY DISPATCHER BASIC CERTIFICATE OR CA POST PUBLIC SAFTEY DISPATCHER BASIC CERTIFICATION.

Selection Process:
All applications will be reviewed and evaluated. Those candidates who are determined to be best qualified based upon the information presented on the application materials will be invited to continue in the selection process which may include a qualifying written or performance evaluation and will include an interview weighted 100%.

APPLY ONLINE AT: www.CalOpps.org CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT. A completed online employment application is required and must be submitted at www.calopps.org. Incomplete, late, emailed, faxed, and hard copy applications are not accepted. Resumes are not considered in lieu of the required employment application available at CalOpps. Certificates, resumes, and cover letters must be uploaded with your application on the CalOpps website. The City of Glendora is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, national origin, marital status, medical condition or disability. Please notify the Human Resources & Risk Management Department in advance if you require special accommodations to participate in any phase of the selection process.

The City of Fremont is accepting applications for the position of Police Communications Dispatcher Lateral. A lateral candidate must be currently employed and have completed probation as a Dispatcher with law enforcement experience. We are accepting applications on a continuous basis.

For more information about the City of Fremont, the Fremont Police Department and the position, view our most recent job announcement by clicking the Job Announcement button to the right.