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The City of Wheatland is looking for an experienced and innovative professional to serve as the City’s next City Manager.

ABOUT THE COMMUNITY
Incorporated in 1874, the City of Wheatland is located at the gateway of California’s ‘Mother Lode’ gold rush country, approximately 34 miles north of Sacramento and 107 miles north of San Francisco. Wheatland is one of two incorporated cities in Yuba County. With a population of approximately 4,000, the city’s small-town charm makes it a special place to live and work, with easy access to a variety of recreational, shopping and dining opportunities.

THE ORGANIZATION
The City of Wheatland operates under the Council/Manager form of government. The city is governed by five Councilmembers elected at-large, each serving four-year terms. The City Council appoints the City Manager and City Attorney. The City of Wheatland currently operates with a staff of 28 positions and provides a full array of municipal services including public safety, streets maintenance, parks, water and wastewater utilities, and administration. The city’s total budget for the current year is $11.1 million. 

ABOUT THE POSITION
 Under policy direction from the City Council, the City Manager serves as the chief executive officer for the City; The City Manager plans, manages, organizes and directs the overall administrative activities and operations of the City, develops and implements budget and financial strategies for the City and provides complex administrative support to the City Council. The City Manager develops and recommends policies, procedures, rules, and regulations governing City operations for presentation and approval from the City Council and ensures proper communication and implementation of policy decisions. This position directs the preparation of staff reports and agenda items and ensures that all City Council actions are properly recorded and implemented. 

HOW TO APPLY
Please email cover letter, resume, minimum of five (5) professional references and a completed City of Wheatland Employment Application (available at https://www.wheatland.ca.gov/) to:   
bzenoni@wheatland.ca.gov

Application Deadline: February 20, 2026
 

Do you enjoy giving back to your community? Do you like helping people? If so, then we invite you to explore this opportunity with the City of Pacifica.

The Parks, Beaches and Recreation Department within the City of Pacifica works closely with the community providing programming to youth, seniors and all citizens.  We strive to foster a collaborative and collegial atmosphere among staff while providing high quality programs, activities and events to the community and neighborhoods. We take pride in offering excellent community service while remaining adaptable and responsive to our residents' needs and expectations.

Currently, the Parks, Beaches and Recreation Department has an exciting opportunity for customer service orientated individuals to join our team as a Lifeguard within our Aquatics Division.

If interested, apply today!

This is a part-time, at-will, non-benefited position. Hours are limited to less than 1,000 hours per year.

The San Mateo County Family Justice Center is seeking highly qualified candidates for the position of Forensic Interviewer - Spanish/English Bilingual Skills Required.  

The San Mateo County Family Justice Center is a newly created one-stop holistic service and support center for families and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other forms of abuse.   The mission of the Center is to support survivors and their families by creating a single destination to receive crucial services and support. 

A division of the County of San Mateo’s District Attorney’s Office, the Family Justice Center (Center) is designed to be a County-run multi-agency, multi-disciplinary service center where both public and private partner agencies will assign staff on a full-time or part-time basis to provide services from one location. The Center’s focus is to reduce the number of times survivors tell their story, reducing the number of places they must go for help, and through active collaboration with community-based organizations, increasing the quality of services and support they receive.

The Position

The work of the Forensic Interviewer is an integral part of the services the Center offers.  Under the general direction of the Director of the Family Justice Center, the Forensic Interviewer conducts neutral, legally sound, developmentally and culturally appropriate, and trauma-informed interviews of children, teens, and vulnerable adults who are victims or witnesses to child abuse or neglect, violence, exploitation, or other crimes referred to San Mateo County’s Child Advocacy Center (CAC).  

Using nationally recognized protocols, the Forensic Interviewer gathers accurate and developmentally appropriate information while minimizing re-traumatization. Interviews are structured to support criminal investigations and may be used as evidence in court.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT), the Forensic Interviewer collaborates closely with law enforcement, child protective services, prosecutors, and advocates to ensure a coordinated, victim-centered response. The Forensic Interviewer is also responsible for thorough documentation and may provide expert testimony in legal proceedings. The role is essential in bridging the needs of the justice system with the safety and well-being of victims.  In addition to conducting interviews, the Forensic Interviewer will also attend regular peer reviews, monthly case reviews, and other meetings and trainings as required.

This is an opportunity for a committed public servant with extensive experience to support some of the County’s most vulnerable residents.  This position requires bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.

The Ideal Candidate

In addition to having demonstrated experience in conducting forensic interviews with victims of crime, the ideal candidate will have:

• A strong desire to help people.
• Experience working in a mental health setting.
• The Ability to listen with empathy to traumatic experiences and maintain balance and objectivity.
• Demonstrated success with self-care while providing services. 
• Demonstrated success working independently and as part of a team.
• Resourcefulness and the ability to “think on their feet” and respond effectively in the moment.

Examples Of Duties

What You Will Do

The Forensic Interviewer will have the opportunity and responsibility to:

• Conduct forensic interviews, in both English and Spanish with children and adolescents in accordance with San Mateo County protocols.
• Conduct forensic interviews, in both English and Spanish, with adult victims or witnesses, including adults with special needs.
• Provide information, crisis intervention, resource referrals and support to children and adolescents and their non-offending family members, as needed, and in collaboration with partner agency personnel.
• Participate regularly in Forensic Interviewer peer review and skills-based continuing education in forensic interviewing.
• Participate in monthly multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings and case reviews.
• Work collaboratively with partner agencies personnel with case tracking and data collection. 
• Work on MDT projects and committees, as necessary.
• Testify in criminal and dependency court as a percipient witness for cases in which they conducted an interview
• Assist in the delivery of educational presentations, upon request.
• Attend forensic interviewer peer review a minimum of four times per year
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Who Thrives Here
The Family Justice Center is recruiting a Forensic Interviewer who can provide both the technical and relationship-driven dimensions of the Center. Candidates may have more experience in some areas than others, but successful hires will have at least five years of experience working in a multi-disciplinary environment with Child Protective Services, Law Enforcement, or Human or Social Services and demonstrate these core competencies:

Technical Knowledge

• Principles, practices, and techniques of forensic interviewing. 
• Current trends in investigations related to dependency, child abuse and neglect, domestic violence, sexual assault, and child and elder abuse laws.
• Child development and dynamics of trauma and abuse.
• Criminal justice and dependency systems.
• Awareness of current literature, research, case law, trends, and practice developments in the field of child forensic interviewing. 

Interpersonal Relations with the Clients of the Center

• Ability to build rapport with and gain cooperation from emotional and reticent individuals coming from a variety of ethnic and socio-economic groups.
• Experience interviewing victim's families and other individuals to obtain information on a variety of complex and sensitive subjects.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention methodologies to assist victims, witnesses, and their families.

Collaboration with the Multidisciplinary Team and Community Partners and Stakeholders

• Ability to work effectively with a multidisciplinary team and with clients across cultures and developmental abilities.

Professional Decorum

• Ability to exercise initiative and good judgment in decision-making and in solving problems, including problems of a sensitive or political nature.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and composure in high-pressure or crisis situations.

Professional Development

• Completion of an NCA-approved Child Forensic Interview Training course upon hire or within six months of hire. 
• Obtain a minimum of 8 hours of continuing education in forensic interviewing every two years in accordance with National Children’s Alliance standards and meet or exceed NCA Accreditation requirements.

Education and Experience:

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

• Some college coursework in psychology, counseling, social work, criminal justice or other closely related field; and five (5) years of experience working in a multi-disciplinary environment with Child Protective Services, Law Enforcement, and Human or Social Services; or
• Possession of a bachelor’s degree in social sciences with an emphasis in psychology, counseling, social work, criminal justice or other related field; and three (3) years of experience working in a multi-disciplinary environment with Child Protective Services, Law Enforcement, and Human or Social Services.
• Substitution: Possession of a master’s degree in social sciences with an emphasis in psychology, counseling, social work, criminal justice or other related field; and one (1) year of experience in a multi-disciplinary environment with Child Protective Services, Law Enforcement, and Human or Social Services.

Application/Examination

This is an Open and Promotional recruitment. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in classified regular, probationary, extra-help, or limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on the examination. 

The examination process will consist of an Application Screening (weight: pass/fail), and a Panel Interview (weight: 100%), which may include the evaluation of a brief writing exercise given immediately preceding the interview.  Applicants must successfully pass the Application Screening to move forward to the interview.  Candidates must successfully pass the interview to be placed on the hiring (eligible) list.

Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations, or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.  Interviews may be conducted virtually using MS Teams.

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.orgto apply. Please complete the County of San Mateo Employment Application for and provide responses to the items in the Supplemental Questionnaire.

Tentative Recruitment Schedule

Final Filing Date: February 17, 2026, at 11:59 PM 

Application Screening (tentative): February 24-26, 2026

Panel Interviews (tentative): March 11 and/or March 12, 2026 

San Mateo County

San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities. 

The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.

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

Analyst: Chet Overstreet (01272026) (Forensic Interviewer – G099)

SALARY 

The anticipated hiring range for the Assistant Analyst position is $80,594 - $100,743 annually, with a full salary range up to $120,892. The City typically makes offers within the hiring range based on the candidate’s experience and qualifications. 

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Analytical & Operational Support: Apply analytical, financial, and research skills to support Citywide facilities operations, including civic buildings, libraries, theaters, and municipal properties.
• Data-Driven Decision Support: Analyze operational, financial, and contract data; forecast needs; evaluate lifecycle costs; and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, compliance, and resource allocation.
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Partner with Public Works, other Finance Department Divisions, and external vendors to support facilities planning, contracts, and operational initiatives

DESCRIPTION 

The City of Thousand Oaks has an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Analyst within the Facilities Division of the Finance Department. This position supports the analytical, administrative, and operational functions of the Facilities Division, which oversees City Hall, the Civic Arts Plaza theaters, libraries, and other municipal facilities.

This role supports a range of analytical and operational responsibilities, including contract administration, procurement preparation, budgeting support, and data analysis. The Assistant Analyst applies analytical judgment to manage vendor contracts, prepare draft staff reports and RFP materials, and analyze operational information to support effective facilities operations.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to exercise discretion and independent judgment while balancing multiple priorities.
 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Serve as a key administrative and analytical point of contact for the Facilities Division, ensuring accurate documentation, data integrity, and coordination across functions
• Conduct analytical research on vendors and suppliers, including cost comparisons, service levels, and performance metrics to support procurement decisions
• Monitor, evaluate, and analyze service contracts and agreements, ensuring compliance, performance accountability, and alignment with operational needs
• Assist with budget development, forecasting, tracking, and reconciliation by analyzing facilities-related operational and financial data
• Support contract and vendor management by tracking deliverables, evaluating vendor performance, and identifying opportunities for service and cost improvements
• Prepare analytical summaries, staff reports, correspondence, and data-driven materials to support facilities operations, projects, and policy decisions

The Environmental Services Manager is a member of the Public Works Department, reporting to the Public Works Director, and exercises independent judgment in managing the City’s Environmental Services programs. Responsibilities include overseeing waste management, recycling and organics recovery, stormwater, energy conservation, climate protection, sustainability, sea level rise adaptation, and Climate Action Plan implementation.

The Manager directs program development, provides technical expertise, and ensures compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations. Duties include analyzing environmental data, preparing regulatory reports, supporting the Hazard Mitigation Plan, managing the Environmental Services budget, securing and administering grants, and overseeing contracts. The position represents the City in interagency, regulatory, business, and community settings, serves as liaison to waste management franchise holders, and supports public outreach and policy initiatives in support of City environmental goals.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

• Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Public Administration, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Planning, or a related field, and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in environmental management.
• A Master's degree is desirable.

License and Certificate:

• Possession of a valid driver license and a satisfactory driving record throughout employment. 

The Town Clerk is a key member of the Town’s Executive Team, responsible for a wide range of essential duties and responsibilities.  Responsibilities include preparation of agendas, noticing, posting, and recordation of public meetings and outcomes; preparation and coordination of meeting materials; and planning and managing elections consistent with the California Elections Code.

This classification oversees, directs, and participates in all activities of the Town Clerk Office, including short and long-term planning as well as development and administration of departmental policies, procedures, and services. This class provides assistance to the Town Council and Town Manager in a variety of administrative, coordinative, analytical, and liaison capacities. Successful performance of the work requires knowledge of public policy, municipal functions and activities, including the role of an elected Town Council, and the ability to develop, oversee, and implement projects and programs in a variety of areas. Responsibilities include coordinating the activities of the department with those of other departments and outside agencies and managing and overseeing the complex and varied functions of the department. The incumbent is accountable for accomplishing departmental planning and operational goals and objectives, and for furthering Town goals and objectives within general policy guidelines.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assumes full management responsibility for all Town Clerk’s Office programs, services, and activities including records management, elections administration, Town Council support, licensing, and management/support services.  Manage the Council rules of procedure policy, as well as provide Council orientation and on-boarding process for incoming Councilmembers.

• Develops, directs, and coordinates the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the department; establishes, within agency policy, appropriate budget, service, and staffing levels.

• Manages and participates in the development and administration of the department’s budget; directs the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, and supplies.

• Selects, trains, motivates, and directs department personnel; evaluates and reviews work for acceptability and conformance with department standards, including program and project priorities and performance evaluations.

• Works with employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline and termination procedures; responds to staff questions and concerns.

• Coordinates and assists in the facilitation of the Town’s Ethics and Sexual Harassment Prevention training.

• Serves as the Clerk of the Town Council and Geological Hazard Abatement District; attends meetings and oversees the recording of all official proceedings; supervises the preparation of public notifications, agendas, minutes, and other documents; directs the publication, filing, indexing, and safekeeping of all proceedings of the Town Council. 

• Supports Town’s boards, commissions, and committees including development of enabling legislation, policies and procedures; recruitment, interview and appointment of members; management of member disclosure and training requirements; monitoring of term expirations, attendance and compliance with all applicable rules and regulations; processing resignations, removals, vacancies, and reappointments; and oversight department staff liaisons including providing resources, guidance, and training. 

• Administers the public hearing process for the Town Council; supervises the coordination of public hearing packets and public notices of hearings in accordance with various government code requirements and legal deadlines. 

• Oversees the operations of the Town-wide records management program, and records preservation and destruction; sets and ensures legal compliance retention schedules for Town records; develops and updates records retention policies and procedures; serves as the Town’s Public Records Act (PRA) administrator, including intake, tracking, coordination with departments, and timely response to public records requests, researches Town documents, historical information, and other information as needed; attests, indexes, and files all legislative actions. 

• Plans, manages, and conducts municipal elections and special elections; ensures compliance with the California Elections Code, Political Reform Act, and other government codes; provides candidate filing services, nomination assistance, and informational materials; maintains election documents for public inspection; oversees printing of sample ballot material; declares election results; administers and files oaths of office. 

• Serves as Filing Officer and Filing Official for the Political Reform Act; manages the Town’s disclosure requirements for designated employees, distributes forms and notifications; conducts required audits; advises and trains candidates, committees, and treasurers on filing requirements; determines and collects fines for late filing; ensures campaign contribution limits and other requirements are met; corresponds with the Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) as appropriate.  Coordinate and conduct training on FPPC regulations.  Manages the codification and maintenance of revisions to the Municipal Code; tracks ordinance adoption, effective dates, posting and publication requirements, and maintains historical ordinance records.

• Provides contracts and agreements administration to ensure documents are signed and recorded in a timely manner, including the receipt and filing of bid documents; supervises contract bid openings and performance bonds.

• Accepts and logs claims filed against the Town to record necessary information and forward for processing.

• Represents the Town Clerk Office to other Town departments, elected officials, and outside agencies; explains and interprets departmental programs, policies, and activities; negotiates and resolves significant and controversial issues. 

• Attends and participates in professional group meetings and committees; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of municipal government. 

• Monitors changes in laws, regulations, and technology that may affect Town or departmental operations; implements policy and procedural changes as required. 

• Responds to difficult and sensitive public inquiries and concerns and assists with resolutions and alternative recommendations. 

• Ensures staff observe and comply with all Town and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.

• May serve as a staff liaison to a designated committee, board, or commission within the Town. 

• Performs related duties as required.

The City of Thousand Oaks Community Development Department is seeking an experienced, collaborative, forward-thinking leader to serve as its next Deputy Director of Operations. In partnership with the Director, Deputy Director of Planning, and the City’s Building Official, the new Deputy will provide direction and oversight to the department, which is responsible for ensuring that growth, housing, construction, and land use across the City remains balanced with Thousand Oaks’ environment and resources.

For additional details and to submit your application for this role, please visit the links listed below. 

Join an agency committed to creating a healthy breathing environment for every Bay Area resident while protecting and improving public health, air quality, and the global climate!

About the Air District
The Bay Area Air District (Air District) is a regional government agency, committed to achieving clean air to protect the public's health and the environment. The Air District accomplishes this goal through regulation of industrial facilities and various outreach and incentive programs designed to encourage clean air choices. The Air District's jurisdiction encompasses all of seven counties - Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara and Napa, and portions of two others - southwestern Solano and southern Sonoma.

At the Air District, we take pride in our commitment to fostering a workplace that values diversity and promotes cultural awareness. We prioritize employee engagement by providing a collaborative and inclusive environment that encourages active participation and open dialogue. Additionally, we believe in pay equity and strive to create an equitable compensation structure. With a strong emphasis on work-life balance, we understand the importance of supporting our employees' well-being both inside and outside the workplace. Join us in a dynamic and inclusive culture where your contributions are celebrated, and your growth is nurtured. The Air District recognizes and values the contributions of every employee and works to sustain an environment where everyone is respected. We incorporate the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion within our decision-making strategies, policies, procedures, regulations, funding initiatives, public outreach, planning, and hiring. 

The Air District is currently accepting applications for the position of Health Officer in the Public Health Office.  This position reports to the Deputy Executive Officer of Science.  This is an open recruitment for one (1) full time, exempt, management position.   

About the Position
The Health Officer serves as the Air District's chief subject expert related to public and environmental health. The Health Officer is responsible for helping the public and particularly impacted communities to understand the relationship between air pollution exposure and health. The Health Officer works closely with residents in impacted communities to help them design local air quality plans to improve public health. The Health Officer also helps the Air District respond publicly and through the media to wildfires and other air pollution incidents with timely, clear, and scientifically supported information. The Health Officer will lead the implementation of key parts of the Air District’s strategic plan related to incorporation of health data into our planning, rule development, and permitting efforts. The Health Officer will also take a leading role in coordinating the Air District’s Advisory Council.  

Definition
Under executive direction plans, organizes, coordinates, directs the activities in an assigned area(s); provides leadership and advice on health and environmental health science related policy matters and strategies, including conducting or coordinating complex health related projects and studies; interfaces with all managerial levels within the agency and serves as the Air District’s liaison with other agencies; performs related duties as required.

View the full classification specification here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/baaqmd.

 

 

The following duties are typical for jobs in the class. They are for illustrative purposes only and do not reflect the full scope of job duties. 

• Directs, plans, monitors, and evaluates the goals, operations, policies, procedures and work standards of assigned area.
• Plans, organizes, reviews and evaluates the activities of assigned staff. Selects personnel and provides for their training and professional development.
• Provides technical and managerial direction to Air District staff and others.
• Reviews health policy issues related to air quality; develops and presents recommendations to the Air District’s Board, Committee, and executive management.
• Devises substantive health related policy and strategy for the Air District.
• Provides leadership and coordinates staff in conducting analyses of health-related issues; summarizes, prepares and presents reports of findings; coordinates with divisions to develop related policies and recommendations for actions to mitigate effects or address the issues.
• Conducts or coordinates complex and specialized health issue related studies involving technical, administrative and policy matters, often of a confidential nature.
• Serves as the Air District’s liaison with other agencies, including county health departments and state health agencies. Provides knowledge and guidance to support incident event notification.
• Coordinates with the Communications Office on health messaging.
• Tracks, reviews and analyzes current and proposed health related policies, regulations and legislation on the state, national and global level; notifies the Air District of significant activities and implications.
• Assists in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards.
• Researches national, state and local policy designed to address environmental health impacts; prepares opinions and recommendations on health related issues which impact the Air District’s programs and initiatives.
• Represents the Air District with industry, the public, special interest groups and other agencies on air quality and health and related matters. Represents the Air District to external stakeholders; may lead outreach efforts to the media and community groups when assigned.
• Assists with development and implementation of Community Emission Reduction Plans.
• Assists with the development of the Air District’s strategic plan and managing its implementation.
• Takes a leading role in convening, coordinating and administering the Air District’s Advisory Council.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Under general supervision, the Neighborhood Preservation Inspector. ensures compliance with applicable sections of the State, Federal, and Municipal Codes, ordinances, and in relevant areas, such as property maintenance, abandoned vehicles, planning, zoning, signs, community nuisance, and related areas.  This is a classification in the Economic and Community Development Department.

CLASS CHARACTERISITICS:

The Neighborhood Preservation Inspector is the full journey-level classification.  This position requires experience in both Municipal and Zoning Codes and Regulations. Employees at this level are expected to work with property owners independently and to coordinate City resources to solve neighborhood issues.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (illustrative only):

• Work closely with homeowners and businesses to achieve compliance.
• Interpret ordinances, policies and procedures, and code enforcement concepts.
• Prepare reports and recommendations on code enforcement matters, and gain voluntary compliance.
• Coordinate actions with other departments or jurisdictions.
• Prepare reports, legal documents, and letters.
• Prepare case information and present evidence at appeal hearings and other legal proceedings.
• Inspect and investigate land use, and site and environmental conditions.
• Other related duties as assigned.

The Office Technician I/II position at the Assessor/Clerk-Recorder Office performs a wide variety of specialized technical duties and provides information and assistance to the public regarding departmental policies, procedures and laws. The Office Technician II position is distinguished from the class of Office Technician I by the responsibility to perform the most complex technical duties in the program to which assigned. This position is scheduled for forty (40) hours per week.

JOB DUTIES

• Word processes and proofreads a variety of documents; enters a variety of departmental data into the computer; retrieves information as needed; operates various printers.
• Receives and responds to inquiries, requests for assistance and complaints from County staff, outside agencies and/or the general public.
• Compiles data for use in reports and/or managerial decision-making
• Applies departmental policies and procedures, as well as applicable state laws, in determining accuracy and completeness of various applications, forms and records.
• Assists in coordinating and implementing assigned programs.