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DEADLINE TO APPLY: Next review scheduled for April 9, 2021; Open Until Filled

THE POSITION: 
The City of Hayward is excited to announce its recruitment for the position of Communications Operator (Dispatcher).

Note: The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill Call Taker vacancies.
Monthy Salary: $5,541 - $6,732

DEFINITION

To operate a computer aided dispatch system receiving calls and dispatching police, fire or other City services.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is a journey technical level position in which incumbents are expected to independently perform the full range of duties assigned. This class is distinguished from the Communications Supervisor in that the latter provides technical and functional supervision over assigned communication personnel.

The Communications Center in the Support Services Division of the Hayward Police Department is responsible for dispatching both Police and Fire Services throughout the City of Hayward. The Hayward Police Department is one of 18 CALEA (Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement) accredited police departments in California and is committed to maintaining CALEA's high standards and broadly recognized excellence.
The Communications Center is frequently the first point of contact that a member of the public will have when requesting assistance from the City of Hayward. The information gathered by the communications operator during this contact is critical to a positive outcome. The Communications Center consists of six (6) stations with each communications operator assigned to a specific job.
 


 

Essential Duties

Duties may include but are not limited to the following: 

Receives emergency and non-emergency calls from the public, private companies and other jurisdictions.

Dispatches police and fire personnel or other City services in response to such calls.

Relays emergency and non-emergency information to public safety personnel in the field.

Relays information to other agencies as required.

Monitors multiple frequencies.

Maintains accurate record of location and status of public safety units.

Operates a manual dispatch system when necessary.

Assists in relaying information during response to natural disasters.

Performs related work as necessary.

JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• English usage, including comprehension and grammar.

Ability to:

• Read and comprehend information and instructions.
• Learn to operate manual and computer aided radio and telephone equipment in dispatching public safety equipment and personnel.
• Perform several job tasks effectively under pressure for sustained periods of time.
• Memorize and retain information from a variety of sources.
• Interpret information from distraught, incoherent or angry callers and relay critical facts to appropriate emergency or nonemergency personnel.
• Assign priorities both to incoming calls and to the dispatch of calls for service.
• Speak clearly and concisely via radio, telephone and in person.
• Respond to requests for emergency and nonemergency services in a professional and courteous manner.
• Type accurately at a speed of 35 words per minute.
• Work various shifts, including day, swing and graveyard as well as weekends and holidays.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

A complete job description and list of duties can be found at www.hayward-ca.gov.

 

Minimum Qualifications

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience: Two (2) years of heavy public contact experience while performing multiple tasks simultaneously. Public Safety dispatch experience is desirable.

Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.

Licenses and Certificates: Completion of the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Basic Public Safety Dispatcher course is highly desirable.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Typing Certificate: A typing certificate with 35net words per minute must accompany your application.

1. Certificates will be accepted from a public school, business school or temporary agency;certificates from Internet testing services and/or home computer CD testing will NOT be accepted.
2. Typing certificate (or signed statement on official letterhead from the testing agency) must be dated no earlier than six (6) months prior to the date of the application filing.
3. Typing certificate (or signed letter) must state all of the following information: · Five (5)-minute timed typing test.
· Gross typing speed in words per minute.
· Gross number of errors.
· Net words per minute.

 

 

Supplemental Information

 
PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Two (2) years

Candidates must submit a completed City of Hayward job application and typing certificate, which fully describe the nature of their professional experience and qualifications.  Be sure to scan and attach a copy of your typing certificate to your on-line application; however certificates may also be emailed to employment@hayward-ca.gov, no later than the date of the oral exam should you be invited to participate. Please be sure to indicate your first name and last name in the email and the position the typing certificate should be applied to.   Applications submitted without all required materials will not be considered.

Based on the information provided, those best qualified maybe invited to the next phase of the process, which may include an oral, practical, and/or written examination.

EXAMINATION AND SELECTION PROCESS

Next Review - April 9,  2021
Pre-Background Questionnaire Survey - Week of April 12, 2021
*Written Examination (Post Dispatcher Test) - Week of May 17, 2021
Typing Certificate Deadline - Date of Oral Panel 
Oral Panel Interviews - Week of June 28, 2021

Please note; these future dates are tentative and subject to change at the City's discretion.
*Candidates must submit a completed job application and valid typing certificate as described in this bulletin to be reviewed.  Candidates may also provide a POST Dispatcher T-Score of 48 or above from within the last 12 months of the application date by no later than 15 days in advance of the written examination  or participate in the City's administration of the POST Dispatcher Test.

The examination process will result in a ranked eligible register of candidates for hiring consideration by the department.  Actual hire depends on success in the departmental selection process.

Candidates under final consideration for employment with the City should expect to undergo an employment background/reference check that may include, but is not limited to: employment history, confirmation of educational credentials and degrees, licenses including driver's license, registrations, certificates, and other credentials as part of the appointment process. Some positions, depending on the nature of the work, also require a credit check and a review of Summary Criminal History obtained from the State Department of Justice through Live Scan Fingerprinting.

Applicants will be notified electronically via Government Jobs as to their status in the selection process.  It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they can receive email notice from Neogov/Government Jobs and the City of Hayward.   APPLICATIONS

Candidates are encouraged to apply online at www.hayward-ca.gov under the Current Vacancies tab or at www.GovernmentJobs.com.  Paper applications can be obtained by visiting the Human Resources Department at Hayward City Hall located at 777 B Street, Hayward, CA  94541.  Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least one (1) hour to submit your application if you are a new user to the system.  Our on-line application system is provided by Government Jobs. If you have problems while applying online, please contact the Government Jobs Help Desk at (877) 204-4442.
  The City of Hayward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

About the Positions

The Office of Racial Equity is hiring two Assistant to the City Manager positions. Each position is described below:

Racial Equity Manager

The Racial Equity Manager (Assistant to the City Manager) is a key position in the City Manager’s Office of Racial Equity. The ideal candidate will have significant experience and knowledge in:

• Leading and managing systems change in an organization;

• Understanding the local context regarding race, gender, and economic disparities and inequities;

• Developing, implementing, and leading diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, policies and practices with demonstrable outcomes;

• Cross-system collaboration to achieve collective impact;

• Serving as a coalition-builder with the San José community and trusted to be a local leader of racial equity;

• General administration such as budgeting, report writing, and creating mechanisms to track performance and communicate results; and

• Methods and techniques of research, data collection, statistical analysis, report preparation, and presentation.

Central abilities key to this position include excellent communication, strategic planning, leadership and interpersonal skills, strategic thinking, a commitment to customer service, and coalition building. The organization is looking for proven leaders, that enjoy working through complex issues to find creative and innovative solutions and process improvements.  Due to the complexity and scope of authority involved, this position requires someone who can work both independently and interdependently.

The Racial Equity Manager responsibilities include the following:

• Develop, manage, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive workplan to achieve the goals and performance measures of the Office of Racial Equity;

• Build coalitions and alliances with community and organizations known for advancing social justice and anti-racism strategies;

• Create and maintain a citywide infrastructure that embeds an equity culture and enables the organization to advance racial equity;

• Support City departments in the development of Racial Equity Action Plans and in evaluating, with a racial equity lens, current City policies, procedures and programs related to (but not limited to) recruiting and hiring, outreach, community engagement, procurement and contracting, permitting, code enforcement, housing development, and workforce development;

• Design and implement a budgeting for equity training, tools, and process;

• Develop and implement dynamic and professional development and skill development opportunities centered on equity, in partnership with training consultants;

• Supervise and manage a Senior Executive Analyst and interns;

• Work collaboratively with the Immigrant Affairs staff to ensure alignment with access and engagement priorities; and

• Other duties as assigned.

This is a permanent at-will position with the City Manager’s Office reporting to the Director of the Office of Racial Equity.

 

Immigrant Affairs Manager

The Immigrant Affairs Manager (Assistant to the City Manager) is a key position in the City Manager’s Office Racial Equity. The ideal candidate will have significant experience and knowledge in:

• Working directly with immigrant and refugee serving organizations and communities;

• Familiarity with legislative process, advocacy towards immigration policy and initiatives;

• Understanding the local context regarding race, gender, and economic disparities and inequities;

• Being a bridge-builder with the San José community and trusted to be a local partner on immigrant and refugee issues;

• Understanding of welcoming and belonging principles;

• Developing programs, policies, or practices that are culturally and linguistically appropriate; and

• Methods and techniques of research, data collection, statistical analysis, report preparation, and presentation

Central abilities key to this position include excellent communication, strategic planning, leadership and interpersonal skills, strategic thinking, a commitment to customer service, and coalition building. The organization is looking for proven leaders, that enjoy working through complex issues to find creative and innovative solutions and process improvements.  Due to the complexity and scope of authority involved, this position requires someone who can work both independently and interdependently.

The Immigrant Affairs Manager responsibilities include the following:

• Develop, manage, and implement programs to create a welcoming environment for immigrants and refugees, including the Welcoming San José Plan;

• Develop and implement strategies that support the integration of various immigrant and refugee groups in San José, including civic leadership academies and citizenship campaigns;

• Develop and implement strategies and programs aimed at promoting a greater understanding of immigrant communities by City staff, including increasing translation and language inclusion services Citywide, and facilitating cultural responsiveness training;

• Develop and facilitate ongoing partnerships with other agencies and organizations, including Santa Clara County, Rapid Response Network, Refugee and Immigrant Forum, Cities for Citizenship, and other networks that prioritize immigrants;

• Leverage the work of local non-profits and identify opportunities for partnership;

• Serve as a liaison between the City and the immigrant and refugee community;

• Oversight of Human Services Commission

• Work with the City Manager’s intergovernmental relations team to track local, state, and federal immigration legislation and develop new City policies and programs accordingly;

• Supervise and manage a Senior Executive Analyst and an Executive Analyst; and

• Other duties as assigned.

This is a permanent at-will position with the City Manager’s Office reporting to the Director of the Office of Racial Equity. Bilingual in Spanish or Vietnamese is preferable but not required.

The City of San José is recruiting for a Senior Applications Developer (C# and .Net) (Enterprise Supervising Technology Analyst) in the Information Technology Department (ITD). The purpose of the position is to support ITD's vision of developing an efficient IT applications portfolio that meets the process automation and records management needs of both internal and external stakeholders.  

Duties may include but are not limited to:  

• Leading the delivery of projects and solutions to completion in a team environment while demonstrating a consultative personality, leadership mindset, and collaborative communication style. 
• Leveraging an understanding of Business Relationship Management, Business Process Automation (BPA)/Management, IT Service Management, Enterprise Content Management, Records Management, Web Content Management, Intranet, and Collaboration concepts to build high quality internal and external solutions for customers. 
• Customizing solutions leveraging programming languages using C#, .Net, JavaScript, PowerShell, and API. 
• Assisting with software upgrades, testing, and resolving production support problems in a prompt and efficient manner.  
• Liaising with software suppliers on the development of system enhancements to overcome known problems or further fulfill user requirements.  
• Developing, testing, and preparing support documentation of new releases for custom applications and providing support for .NET 4.7 or higher version of framework-based web applications to address city needs. 
• Developing reports using Crystal Reports or SQL Server 2019 Reporting services.   
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all levels of customers and technology staff. 

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment. 

Competencies  

The ideal candidates will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include: 

Job Expertise – Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. 

The ideal candidate will also possess a combination of following Application Development and/or BPA knowledge and experience:  

• Experience with server maintenance, .NET, SQL Server, Windows Server, and Microsoft Architecture.  
• Strong programming skills and technical experience to design and develop web application solutions utilizing Microsoft .NET platform, to ensure application deployment and support of service delivery at an enterprise level. 
• 5-7 years of experience with designing and developing C# and .NET applications / platform and .NET Framework’s newest features. 
• Knowledge of a variety of programming concepts, coding practices, and troubleshooting procedures is required, including system support, system maintenance and assisting with software implementation and upgrades.  
• Strong understanding of the structure and logic of Object-Oriented programming. 
• Advanced knowledge to design, develop and automate custom solutions to tailor solutions to enterprise process needs. 
• Experience with gathering and documenting business requirements. Familiar with techniques which help in modelling and understanding business and its operations.  
• Background in business process automation or business application development with a strong understanding of collaboration, integrations and business processes. 
• Working knowledge of Crystal Reports and/or SQL Reporting Services reports. 
• Experience with BPA tools, workflows, and solution builds is desirable. 
• Technical skills to build and automate solutions to support Business Processes is desirable. 
• Knowledge of project methodologies (Waterfall, Agile) is desirable. 
• Working knowledge of content migration tools such as SharePoint, AvePoint, Sharegate is a desirable. 
• Proficiency of C# and .NET along with a familiarity of coding environment in Microsoft Visual Studio 2019 is highly desirable. 
• SharePoint Server experience is highly desirable. 
• 5 years of knowledge of API programming is highly desirable. 
• Knowledge of change management and IT Service Management is highly desirable. 

Planning – Acts to align own unit's goals with the strategic direction of the organization; Defines tasks and milestones to achieve objectives, while ensuring the optimal use of resources to meet those objectives.   

Problem Solving – Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome. 

Analytical Thinking – Approaching a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach.  

Teamwork and Interpersonal Skills – Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.  

Communication Skills – Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people’s ideas and thoughts.  

 

The City of San José’s Information Technology Department is seeking a Senior SharePoint Administrator responsible for design and implementation of Microsoft's collaboration platform within organization. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical experience to design and provide sophisticated solutions utilizing Microsoft SharePoint platform, ensure SharePoint deployment, and support services delivery at an enterprise level.  

Duties may include but are not limited to: 

• Developing strategy, roadmap, and feature enhancements for a City-wide enterprise content management and records management solution.  
• Defining Physical Architecture, Logical Architecture, and Capacity Planning and making sure the environment is scalable. 
• Developing site Information Architecture plan and administering best practices and governance procedures for SharePoint Online sites. 
• Defining the Information Architecture and Taxonomy and clearly defining Taxonomy Term Store for the whole Enterprise. 
• Implementing best practices and Governance procedures for SharePoint custom solutions.  
• Creating access control policies/plans for SharePoint Online 
• Participating in Architectural Peer Review activities with other groups such as Database Administration (DBA), Active Directory (AD), Network and Security teams, to ensure that there is no point of failure. 
• Leading functional migration and modernization of SharePoint solutions. 
• Leading and facilitating information gathering sessions to validate business cases. 
• Gathering and documenting business and functional objectives. 
• Defining project deliverable standards and ensuring quality of customer deliverables and alignment to industry best practices. 
• Defining the Detailed Disaster Recovery strategy which aligns into Enterprise DR strategy. 
• Demonstrating knowledge of SharePoint Farms, SharePoint Server roles, SharePoint installation, configuration and administration, Central Administration management, and PowerShell administration modules. 
• Performing site and data migration tasks between cross farms, sites, and site objects. 
• Creating and maintaining documentation for SharePoint infrastructures, deployments, and service specifications. 
• Collaborating with the Infrastructure and DBA groups on backup/recovery operations and disaster recovery testing related to SharePoint implementation.  
• Working with developers to deploy custom applications and solutions to production and pre-production environments. 
• Managing Service applications and creating web applications and site collections. 
• Defining and enforcing security rules at the farm and site collection levels.  
• Knowledge of project methodologies (Waterfall, Agile) is desirable. 
• Responsible for mentoring SharePoint development and support team.  
• Demonstrating the ability to maintain good relationships with key vendors and working closely with them to understand their offerings and roadmaps. 

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity that presents important challenges, want to help a City thrive through collaboration technology, and have an excellent track record leading SharePoint solution, this is the role for you!  

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.  

*Effective the first full pay periods following 1/1/2024, a 3% Cost of Living increase and up to 4% equity adjustment will be applied to the hourly wage for the Police Officer Trainee position (totaling 14% in two years).

 

THE POSITION:

Under direct supervision, the Police Officer Trainee attends a Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) approved Police Basic Recruit Academy and successfully completes the academic and physical training required for appointment to the classification of Police Officer Recruit II. Police Officer Trainees are considered at-will employees. Police officer probationary status begins when the trainee is sworn in as a Police Officer Recruit II after completion of the police academy.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Participate in a P.O.S.T certified police academy designed to provide an overview of the criminal justice system including knowledge of laws, police procedures, law enforcement techniques, first aid and physical fitness.
• Receives training to develop an awareness of Police Department functions, as well as the responsibilities of Police Officers and how those responsibilities relate to field operations.
• Receives academy and field training to become a Police Officer.
• Learns proper handling and firing of firearms, report writing and emergency vehicle operation. 
• Develops an understanding and working knowledge of the California Penal, Vehicle, Health and Safety Codes. 
• Develops an understanding of proper evidence collection and preservation methods.
   

*Effective the first full pay periods following 1/1/2024, a 3% Cost of Living increase and up to 4% equity adjustment will be applied to the hourly wage for the Police Officer Lateral position (totaling 14% in two years). *The listed salary does not include an additional 17.5% in potential incentive pay upon completion of FTO or a projected 14% raise paid over the next two years*

 

THE POSITION:

Under immediate, then as proficiency increases, general supervision of a Field Training Officer, Police Sergeant or higher ranking official, incumbents in this classification perform and document varied law enforcement assignments through working assigned shifts in patrol or on specialty assignments and participating in training; perform related work as required.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Patrol:

• Respond to emergency calls; administer first aide.
• Investigate reported crimes, suspicious activity, and traffic accidents.
• Investigate unattended deaths.
• Conduct the collection and preservation of evidence at crime scenes.
• Patrol assigned sectors in a marked vehicle to provide preventive and enforcement action.
• Assist citizens in distress and provide information regarding police function/operations.
• Quell domestic disturbances and other disputes.
• Initiate suspicious person contacts and conduct field interrogations.
• Locate and apprehend persons for violations of statutes; arrange for booking, detention, and disposition of arrestees.
• Provide crowd, riot, and traffic control.
• Write reports which are accurate, clear, and concise.
• Testify in court.
• Respond to citizen inquiries and complaints both in an office environment and while on patrol.

 

• Traffic:

• Perform selective enforcement of traffic violations at identified problem areas; use LIDAR, or other designated equipment.
• Conduct post storage hearings on towed vehicles and review complaints related to towing company activities.
• Author collision reports.
• Conduct investigations for hit and run, injury, and fatal accidents including accident reconstruction.
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise special event traffic control.
• Advise and consult with City personnel on traffic issues.
• Present lectures and discussions to high school students.
• Conduct training for officers on changes in traffic law and reporting techniques.
• Conduct inspections of commercial vehicles for safety, weight, size, and load violations.

 

• School Resource:

• Investigate and apprehend persons who commit crimes on campus.
• Monitor gang activity as it related to criminal activity both on and off campus.
• Monitor bus stop and other campus areas where potential or ongoing problems exist.
• Act as the liaison between school staff and police department.
• Conduct formal presentations for students and staff; engage in informal discussions of law enforcement with students and staff.
• Coordinate and supervise security at school activities. Refer students to appropriate agencies for assistance.
• Coordinate and implement school fingerprinting program.
• Make home visits to truants; counsel students on minor law infractions.

 

• Investigations:

• Investigate aggravated, serial, or major crimes; follow up on cases initiated by Patrol.
• Develop leads through informants, police sources, citizens, and/or evidence.
• Interview witnesses; interrogate suspects.
• Collect, preserve, and arrange for proper identification of evidence.
• Prepare and serve search and arrest warrants; conduct search and seizure assignments.
• Review reports for trends; identify suspects and crime patterns.
• Work with the District Attorney in reviewing and preparing cases for court.
   

The City of San Mateo Police Department is looking for highly qualified, experienced Dispatchers to join our team!

 

This is a Part-Time Per Diem DISPATCHER II OPPORTUNITY for those EXPERIENCED in PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCH (911).  ONLY those with PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCH experience need apply. This is a continuous recruitment.

 

As an incentive, those hired meeting the criteria for Part-Time Per Diem Dispatcher II Exclusive Hiring Bonus, could be eligible for a $3,000 hiring bonus after working 500 hours within two (2) years of hire with the City of San Mateo Police Department.

 

Do you have what it takes to join our team?

 

A Part-Time Per Diem Dispatcher II candidate must:

 

1.  Possess a Basic Dispatch Certificate from the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST). A copy of your certificate with your application is required in order for you to continue with the process;
3.  Have at least two years of full-time experience as a California law enforcement dispatcher; and
4.  Attach a résumé to your application packet.

 

Note: Currently Dispatchers work four (4) consecutive twelve (12) hour shifts, followed by four (4) days off, followed by three (3) consecutive twelve (12) hour shifts and followed by three (3) days off. Employees work 12 hours per day and shift work is required. Work schedules will vary, and overtime maybe required.

 

7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Days
5:00 p.m. - 3:00 a.m. – Swing
9:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m. - Graveyard
11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. - Overlap shift

The Redwood City Police Department is currently accepting applications for Per-Diem COMMUNICATIONS DISPATCHERS.  Using a sophisticated Computer Aided Dispatch terminal, the Communications Dispatcher receives emergency calls from within the public requesting police, fire, medical, or other emergency service; determine priority, and dispatch police, fire, ambulance, or other emergency units as necessary and in accordance with established procedures. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Maintaining contact with all units on assignment and maintaining status and location of police field units and fire units; Monitoring emergency alarm boxes; Coordinating emergency calls and relay information and assistance requests involving other agencies; Entering, updating and retrieving information from networks relating to wanted persons, stolen property, vehicle registration, stolen vehicles and other information. Hours will vary depending on scheduling needs, and will be approximately 20-40 hours per month. 

 

The ideal candidate will embrace the City’s emphasis on excellent customer service; will be detail-oriented and able to manage multiple tasks; will have a strong work ethic and a track record of reliability and successful performance; will use initiative and independent judgment; will be a team player who likes working with a variety of City staff and the public and have a sense of humor.

 

Please click on the PDF link below to review the complete job announcement.

*Effective the first full pay periods following 1/1/2024, a 3% cost of Living increase and up to 4% equity adjustment to the hourly wage for the Police Officer Trainee - Academy Attendee position (totaling 14% in two years).

 

THE POSITION:

Under direct supervision, the Police Officer Trainee attends a Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) approved Police Basic Recruit Academy and successfully completes the academic and physical training required for appointment to the classification of Police Officer Recruit II.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Participate in a P.O.S.T certified police academy designed to provide an overview of the criminal justice system including knowledge of laws, police procedures, law enforcement techniques, first aid and physical fitness.
• Receives training to develop an awareness of Police Department functions, as well as the responsibilities of Police Officers and how those responsibilities relate to field operations.
• Receives academy and field training to become a Police Officer.
• Learns proper handling and firing of firearms, report writing and emergency vehicle operation. 
• Develops an understanding and working knowledge of the California Penal, Vehicle, Health and Safety Codes. 
• Develops an understanding of proper evidence collection and preservation methods.
   

Position: Landscape Maintenance Worker 

Salary: $22.30 - $27.11

Part Time / No Benefits

Hours: 8-30 hours per week

 

The City of Redwood City seeks a Landscape Maintenance Worker who will assist in the maintenance of parks and landscaped areas.  Under supervision, the incumbent will operate a variety of landscape maintenance equipment and will perform the following duties:

• Perform a wide variety of general grounds and facility maintenance work including raking leaves, cleaning walkways, removing debris, cleaning restrooms, and related work.
• Water, weed, prune, renovate, and fertilize shrubs, trees, flowerbeds, and landscaped areas.
• Complete turf care including mowing, thatching, fertilizing, plugging, spraying, and installation of new turf areas with both seed and sod.
• Prepare soil and plant flowerbeds, shrubs, trees and landscape areas, including staking, fertilizing and other necessary procedures.
• Utilize a wide variety of hand and power tools and landscape maintenance equipment including a rotary gang mower tractor, rider mowers, tractors, trencher, sprayer, brush chipper and chainsaws.
• Move and install park and recreation equipment. Perform routine preventive maintenance on mowing equipment and hand and power tools used in the work.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

The incumbent may be required to work on weekends.

This is a non-benefited casual position.  A casual employee may not work more than 1000 hours per fiscal year.

Please click on the PDF link below to review the complete job announcement.