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Do Not Miss This Opportunity to be a part of the development of a NEW Unit for Environmental Resiliency!

The City of East Palo Alto is seeking a forward thinking, enthusiastic

ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES AIDE

Salary: $4,365 - $5,306 Monthly

$2,014 - $2,448 Biweekly

Plus an attractive benefits package

Deadline to Apply: Wednesday, April 12, 2023, 11:59PM

The City of East Palo Alto is seeking qualified candidates for an Environmental Services Aide. Be a part of an exciting new unit with the City of East Palo Alto. This position may have future advancement opportunities in the department. The Environmental Services Aide performs a variety of outreach and enforcement activities to ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local environmental laws and regulations related to water quality, urban runoff, stormwater systems, wastewater management, abatement, public nuisance, and other related environmental issues; and performs related duties as assigned.

The City of Sunnyvale is seeking an Information Technology Manager in the IT Department’s Project Management Office (PMO) Division. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for driving adoption of standardized project methodology, customer service, execution of strategic initiatives and operational enhancements. As an IT Manager, you will be joining a highly service-oriented team of technical professionals and IT Leadership team who are passionate about our customers, community, and technical solutions.

The ideal candidate will have:

•  Experience implementing or establishing a Project Management Office (PMO) or set of project management standards across an organization.
• Experience with PMI-based Project Management, Portfolio Management and Program Management Methodologies; PMP, PgMP and/or PfMP certified a plus.
• Work experience with implementing major, complex systems or business process changes.
• Work experience coaching and mentoring staff and establishing staff performance goals and improvement plans.
• Work with various levels of customers to provide guidance on defining requirements and establishing project scope.
• Experience utilizing Project Portfolio Management (PPM) tools to provide oversight and management of all IT projects across an organization.
• Knowledge and experience with change management and how to help clients and support teams transition from projects to operations.
• Knowledge of LEAN Business Process Re-Engineering, Kaizen or SixSigma principles
• Experience with establishing performance-based metrics and KPIs

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package, please refer to the City website for current details on employee benefits. A complete application packet will consist of a City of Sunnyvale employment application and responses to the required supplemental questions. The final filing date is April 12, 2023, at 5:00 pm. For complete information regarding this opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on JOBS.
Salary:  $157,785.00 - $194,910.00Annually

The Position:

The City of Pleasant Hill is seeking an experienced servant-leader who will continue the community focused service delivery provided by the talented staff who enjoy working in a stable and supportive organizational culture. This culture, as evidenced in part by a low staff turn-over rate, has been fostered and promoted through the effective and caring leadership of June Catalano who is retiring after sixteen-years of service as City Manager for the City of Pleasant Hill. The City Manager is responsible for ensuring implementation of the City Council’s priorities and for providing sound and effective management of the City through the day-to-day management of all City operations, prioritizing, and organizing goals, developing, and monitoring work plans, communicating, engaging in the community, and appropriately allocating available resources.

The Ideal Candidate:

The City is seeking, in their next City Manager, a results-oriented decisive leader with solid ethics and integrity who has the ability through excellent communication and collaboration skills to educate, facilitate and help bring people and their interests together. The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge base of California land use and planning principles, State housing law, and a general understanding of local economic development strategies, and prudent fiscal planning and management. Experience in working in a smaller city front line organizational environment is preferred. The ideal candidate also keeps an eye on the big picture and is adept at monitoring and interpreting pending legislative policy and its potential impact on the City. The new City Manager will be someone who can effectively utilize the skills of an experienced and high performing staff, encourages teamwork within the organization, and invites the staff to join in on creative problem-solving. The ideal candidate for City Manager sets the foremost example for dedicated customer service and is a seasoned professional who maintains a poised and calm demeanor under pressure and proactively engages in a collegial fashion with staff, the Mayor and City Council, media, regional, State, and federal agencies, along with the Special Districts that serve Pleasant Hill and the community at-large. The ideal candidate should be well practiced in personal accountability and transparency. The City Manager takes direct responsibility for when organizational goals and project timetables are not met and promptly advises the Council on administrative actions being taken to get back on course.

Experience and Training Guidelines:

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

• Experience: Eight years of progressively responsible experience in an administrative, managerial, or staff capacity in a municipal organization, involving responsibility for the planning, organization, implementation, and supervision of varied work programs. California experience preferred.
• Education: Equivalent to a master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public or business administration or closely related field.

Compensation:

The annual maximum salary for the City Manager position is $300,000 and appointment will be made depending on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. The City also offers an attractive benefits package.

Application:

To apply for this exciting career opportunity, visit Peckham & McKenney. Contact Carl Cahill at 650-504-3515 or carl@peckhamandmckenney.com for questions regarding this position or the recruitment process.

Application Opening: March 21, 2023

Application Deadline: April 3, 2023

Salary range: $109,122 - $137,358

Role type: Permanent Civil Service

Role Description: The Drupal Developer provides technical expertise, internal application support, and Drupal development for our public websites and our employee intranet portals. Given your work experience, I thought you might be interested in this position.

Essential Duties but Not Limited:

• Build, maintain, and enhance Drupal websites based on product and design requirements.

• Write compliant, secure code and test it throughout the development process to ensure the quality is up to responsive, accessibility, performance, and security standards.

• Adhere to the team’s established GIT workflow and release deployment processes and ensure new features/functionalities are properly evaluated and tested prior to deployment.

• Optimize and maintain Acquia server and systems architecture.

• Work with BA/product owner to translate customer requirements into Drupal modules and/or custom JavaScript, PHP, or SQL scripts.

• Collaborate with product owner, developers, and internal stakeholders through regular recurring Agile meetings including daily scrum, biweekly sprint planning, backlog grooming, etc.

To Qualify for the Minimum Qualifications:

Education: An associate degree in computer science or closely related field from an accredited college or university OR its equivalent in terms of total course credits/units [i.e., at least sixty (60) semester or ninety (90) quarter credits/units with a minimum of twenty (20) semester or thirty (30) quarter credits/units in computer science or a closely-related field]. AND

Experience: Three (3) years of experience in application or software development or programming.

SUBSTITUTION

Education Substitution: Additional experience as described above may be substituted for the required degree on a year-for-year basis (up to a maximum of two (2) years). One (1) year is equivalent to thirty (30) semester units / forty-five (45) quarter units with a minimum of 10 semester / 15 quarter units in computer science or a closely related field.

To perform a wide variety of paraprofessional technical and clerical library work related to such activities as cataloging, classification, circulation and assisting patrons.  The purpose of this recruitment is to fill a current vacancy in the Woodland Public Library, as well as establish an eligibility list for future vacancies.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The Ideal Candidate will have experience working in a library, as well as excellent customer service skills. The Library Technical Assistant position assists the librarians in all aspects of library work.  This particular position will focus on supporting the children’s and teen library divisions as well as outreach to the community. The Ideal Candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, and enjoy working in a team. Ability to work nights and weekends is required.  Ability to understand and speak Spanish is highly desirable.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

This is the entry-level class in the paraprofessional Library Technical Assistant series.  The following are typical illustrations of duties encompassed by the job class, not an all-inclusive or limiting list:

Serve at a circulation desk, check books in and out of library; issue library cards; conduct and oversee inventories and processing of books and other library materials; maintain bibliographic records; and establish and maintain collection files and records. Provide general information to the public pertaining to library services and programs. Operate and maintain various library-related equipment and general office equipment. Perform standard office support work such as answering telephones, ordering supplies, maintaining files and operating computer terminals. Regular, predictable, consistent and timely attendance is an essential function of the position, in that Employee must be present to work to complete assigned tasks.  Work cooperatively with others.

Under supervision, conduct various special programs and community outreach activities such as story hours and reading programs. May train and assign routine tasks and provide technical instruction to part-time positions in area of responsibility. Locate books and other materials using indices, catalog guides, and computers. Assist patrons in completing requests for materials not available in the local collection and verify completeness of requests; receive and process inter-library loan requests; maintain inter-library loan services. Prepare displays and exhibits. Post, file, maintain recurring accumulative records; compile data and prepare summary activity reports including circulation statistics, user and loan survey reports and materials collection lists. Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

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:

Education:

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.

Experience:

One (1) year of experience performing general clerical or related work in a public library system.

APPLICATION

Apply with a City of Woodland application by visiting www.cityofwoodland.org/employment or the Human Resources Office, City Hall, 300 First Street, 2nd Floor, Woodland, CA 95695, by 5:00 PM on Friday, April 14, 2023.  Résumés and cover letters are encouraged but will not be accepted in lieu of the application form. Postmarks will not be accepted. 

Review Process:  Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best qualified applicants will be invited for further examination.  All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.  Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview or any combination thereof. 

If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please notify Human Resources at least seven (7) days prior to the event.

Virtual panel interview is tentatively scheduled for the week of May 1, 2023.
 

BENEFITS

Current Salary:                    
$3,035.77 - $3,874.51/month ($1,401.13 - $1,788.24/bi-weekly)

Retirement:                          
CalPERS Retirement System (2 % @ 60 formula for Classic CalPERS members and 2% @ 62 formula for new CalPERS members).  The City does not participate in social security

Deferred Compensation:                   
Choice of deferred compensation plans (Traditional and Roth) After successful completion of probation, new hires are eligible for a 2% City contribution.

Medical:                                
CalPERS Medical Insurance Plans, including HMOs and PPOs.  City gives an allowance toward the cost of insurance.  Maximum Family Medical Allowance (2023): $2,463.99 per month

Dental/Vision:                      
City paid Delta Dental and EyeMed Vision Benefits

LTD/STD:                              
City paid wage protection for long/short term disabilities

Life Insurance:                    
City provides $50,000 life insurance policy

Supplemental Benefits:     
Voluntary Supplemental Life, Cancer, Accident Only, STD/LTD and Critical Illness insurance, and Flexible Spending Accounts available

Vacation:                              
6.7 hours per month during first three years of service

Holidays:                              
12.5 paid holidays (including two floating holidays)

Sick Leave:                          
8 hours per month

Bilingual Pay:                      
$200 per month upon certification

Professional Growth Incentive:      
$625 per fiscal year for education or professional activities

The City of Woodland hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

The City of Woodland is an Equal Opportunity Employer

THE POSITION

Join Team Rocklin and put your experience to use performing a variety of complex and specialized payroll and accounting duties related to processing the City's biweekly payroll. The Payroll Administrator will review and reconcile a variety of payroll reports including payroll taxes, benefits reports, quarterly taxes, Affordable Care Act reporting, and CalPERS retirement contributions. The Payroll Administrator will also ensure all local, state, and federal rules and regulations are followed. Further, the Payroll Administrator is responsible for reviewing memoranda of understanding (MOU), resolutions, and other agreements, policies, or laws to identify their impact on payroll processes and train staff of payroll processes, procedures, and reports. An example of duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Maintains the payroll system and employee pay records; posts and distributes time and attendance records; reviews, audits, and corrects timesheets; prepares paychecks; prepares and files required reporting documents in an accurate and timely manner including, but not limited to, quarterly reports and annual reporting of ACA and W2’s.
• Maintains current knowledge of City, state, and federal legislation affecting payroll; interprets and applies applicable provisions of MOUs and personnel rules.
• Reviews employee timesheets for completeness and accuracy; integrates various payments from state disability insurance, workers’ compensation, and paid family leave into employees’ pay; audits and reconciles payroll deductions and earnings registers for reasonableness; posts and maintains payroll related employee data in a timely and accurate manner; monitors leave levels.
• Prepares pay records for posting to the general ledger; reconciles payroll records to the general ledger; researches and resolves payroll related general ledger issues; prepares payroll journal vouchers.
• Processes withholdings, deductions, wage garnishments, or other special payroll actions and changes affecting net wages such as exemptions, and insurance coverage; submits biweekly CalPERS retirement reports; prepares payroll tax deposits; completes, verifies, and processes forms and documentation for administration of benefits such as pension plans, unemployment and medical insurance; reconciles payroll deductions withheld from employees to actual cost, including union dues and deferred compensation.
• Exercises extreme sensitivity to the issues of confidentiality of employee/employer data and maintains absolute confidentiality of personal data.
• Produces a variety of reports, including payroll reports, using the City’s Human Resources Information System and timekeeping system.
• Prepares, reconciles, and submits payments to providers for employee benefits and deductions.
• Trains staff on payroll processes, procedures, and reports; develops and maintains procedure manuals; provides information and instruction to personnel regarding procedures and methods involved in payroll processing.
• Evaluates operations and activities of assigned responsibilities; recommends improvements and modifications to the payroll system; tests system upgrades and fixes; verifies results for accuracy.
• Reviews MOU wording, resolutions, and other agreements, policies, and laws to identify their impact on payroll processes; assists with labor negotiations by providing a variety of data and information to management staff and calculating payroll projections; provides suggestions for MOU and resolution language related to payroll and benefits; explains rules and regulations regarding payroll to employees and staff.
• Identifies and resolves problems and inconsistencies relative to the maintenance of payroll accounting controls; review wages computed and work with human resources to correct errors to ensure accuracy of payroll; computes any corrections or retroactive pays; prepares manual checks when necessary; makes wage adjustments.
• Assists employees, benefit vendors, auditors and outside agencies with payroll and benefit questions and requests; works with management to address any legalities and payments regarding compensation concerns such as judgments, arbitrations, and/or court rulings; assists employees in the completion of payroll related forms.
• Performs related duties as assigned. 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

A combination of education and experience which would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. Note: education may not fully substitute for the required experience unless expressly stated herein.

Equivalent to graduation from high school supplemented by 24 college-level semester units in business administration, accounting, human resources, or a closely related field; 

AND

Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience performing complex and varied technical payroll processing duties, preferably in the public sector.

Licenses and Certifications

• Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California Class C Driver License and a satisfactory driving record.  Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. 
• Possession of a current certification as a Payroll Professional from the American Payroll Association is desirable.

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Position:          Intern - Department of Public Works
Salary:            $16.78 to $20.01 per hour (Dependent on Qualifications)
Job Type:        Internship

Location:        Public Works Department
330 W. 20th Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94403

Duration:        40 max hours per week with hybrid schedule (e.g. remote and in-person)

Application:    An official City of San Mateo employment application and supplemental questionnaire is required.

THE POSITION: The Public Works Department at the City of San Mateo has an opportunity for up to three (3) interns who will assist on various municipal projects. Positions are considered for the following fields of interest:

• Capital Improvement Program (CIP) – Civil engineering majors with an interest in capital improvement projects, design of civil infrastructure, and construction delivery procedures. Assist with project standards, standard specifications and drawings, CAD drafting, plan review, construction cost estimates, data collection and analysis.

• Transportation Planning/Traffic Engineering – Civil engineering majors with an interest in parking, transportation, and traffic engineering. Assist with creating parking zone signage, mapping, program evaluations, document organization and filing, field data collection and analysis, traffic studies, and plan reviews.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• BA/BS Candidate or MA/MS Candidate in civil engineering or related field as described above is highly desirable
• Strong analytical, writing, research, and verbal skills; effective written and oral communication
• Valid California Driver’s License (Class C)

• Ability to learn new information quickly
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Project) and web-based resources
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate workload
• Ability to work independently and within teams
• Exhibit a positive attitude and flexibility in accepting assignments
• Adobe Acrobat Pro, AutoCAD, Google Earth, or ArcGIS experience is highly desirable
• Writing experience for webpages, social media, and outreach material is highly desirable
• Experience with interpretation of technical information and statistics

DUTIES:

The primary duties will depend on the intern’s assigned position and associated field of interest and may include the following:

• • Assisting engineering project managers with administrative or technical tasks
  • Drafting engineering plans/standards in AutoCAD
  • Creating map displays using Google Earth or GIS
  • Gathering, compiling, and presenting data for engineering and construction projects
  • Organizing and tracking inspection reports, testing results, invoices, and other construction documentation
  • Conducting field assessments of the condition of streets, drainage/collection systems, and other infrastructure
  • Investigating and proposing responses to questions or inquiries from residents
  • Assist in other areas such as procurement, communication, public outreach, and public surveys.

In addition, the intern may work on a variety of other projects depending availability and workload.

 HOW TO APPLY: Interested candidates should submit an official City of San Mateo employment application and supplemental questionnaire on-line on CalOpps.org by April 21, 2023 or upon receipt of 100 applications, whichever occurs first. 

For additional information, contact Jana Cadiz at 650-522-7575 or by e-mail at jcadiz@cityofsanmateo.org

The City of San Mateo is an equal employment opportunity employer.