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If you embrace collaboration, enjoy independence to develop creative solutions, and enthusiastically approach challenging tasks, you will thrive in our ideal work environment! This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a dedicated team of human resources professionals who continually raise the bar of delivering quality customer service and striving for professional growth. A human resources background, especially in the public sector, is ideal. However, we are interested in considering anyone who can analyze situations and people; apply logic and sound judgment; anticipate and prevent avoidable problems; possess a political acumen; advise and supervise consistently and fairly; balance flexibility with compliance; and come to work everyday with infectious positivity.   The ideal candidate will champion the values recently developed by staff, to express how we work together:

We are optimistic. 

We build trust. 

We are resourceful. 

We help one another succeed. 

We innovate. 

We strive to grow professionally and personally. 

The Human Resources Manager is an integral part of the City's Management Team, Administrative Services Department leadership, and Human Resources Division work group.

The Human Resources Manager plans, manages, and oversees the daily functions, operations, and activities of the Human Resources Division. It is essential that the Human Resources Manager is responsive to all customers and takes a pro-active and collaborative approach to working with all levels of the organization, recognizing the value each and every employee contributes to the success of the City team. The following duties are illustrative of the Human Resources Manager's responsibilities:

• Acts as City’s Safety Officer, ensures implementation and compliance of the City’s Safety Program.
• Directs programs of employee training and development to ensure a well-trained and effective workforce.
• Manages the City’s labor relations function.
• Directs the City’s equal employment process for protected groups.
• Administers Workers’ Compensation program; ensures ADA/FEHA compliance.
• Directs comprehensive classification, job evaluation, compensation and benefits administration activities.
• Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the division; recommends within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
• Participates in the development, administration, and oversight of the division’s budget.
• Develops and standardizes procedures and methods to improve and continuously monitors the efficiency and effectiveness of assigned programs, service delivery methods, and procedures; assesses and monitors workload, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities for improvement and recommends changes to management.
• Ensures adherence to the City’s disciplinary process through education and coaching for supervisors and managers.
• Receives, investigates, and responds to difficult and sensitive problems and inquiries in a professional manner; identifies and reports findings and takes necessary corrective action.
• Provides highly complex staff assistance to the Assistant City Manager/Administrative Services Director; conducts a variety of organizational and operational studies, special projects, and investigations; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence related to assigned activities and services; presents reports to various commissions, committees, and boards.

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. Please review the job description for additional information.

A valid California driver license is required. The selected candidate will be required to successfully pass the background process, including fingerprinting, national criminal history checks, DMV report review, credit check, and professional reference checks.

***THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR A TEMPORARY SEASONAL POSITION ONLY***

Position Description

Under close supervision, assists in the performance of a variety of entry-level and unskilled maintenance and repair duties in assigned maintenance operations, which may include park, landscape, creek and catch basin, street, road, restroom and facility maintenance. 

Duties and Responsibilities

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Performs preparatory work for maintenance activities, including: gathering equipment, materials and supplies; loading and unloading materials, and laying out materials and equipment for projects;
• Performs a variety of routine physical labor tasks, depending upon area of assignment, including: posting general notices, pulling weeds, picking up litter, raking leaves and debris, planting, miscellaneous painting tasks, replacing light bulbs, emptying trash bins, graffiti removal, and restroom janitorial work;
• Performs cleanup at the end of the day or when the job is completed, including: picking up tools, spills, and debris; cleaning work areas, and performing touch-up work as needed;
• May operate a vehicle for pickup and delivery duties;
• May operate power tools such as power washer, leaf blower, weed eaters and basic hand tools such as brooms, shovels, rakes, hoes, etc.; and
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must possess strength, stamina, mobility and willingness to perform heavy physical work out of doors in all weather conditions and with exposure to traffic and potentially hazardous conditions;
• Must possess ability to drive a motor vehicle and/or light maintenance equipment; lift and move materials and equipment weighing up to 90 pounds and heavier weights with the use of proper equipment;
• Vision to read written materials and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone and/or radio;
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions;
• Must possess communication and interpersonal relationships skills to interact effectively with co-workers, supervisors and the general public sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction; and
• Must be able to work various weekday hours between 6:00AM and 4:00PM up to 40 hours per week.
• May require weekend hours and holidays (including Memorial Day and Fourth of July)
  • Other various shifts may become available over the next 12 months; shifts are subject to change based on operational needs of the Department. 

Education, Experience, and Other Requirements

• Completion of coursework equivalent to the eighth grade; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job as noted above;
• Valid class C California driver's license required and a satisfactory driving record; and
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Compensation and Benefits

Benefits are not available for these positions beyond what is required by law.  Compensation is hourly up to 40 hours per week.   Seasonal employees are typically not assigned to work beyond 960 hours during a fiscal year which is July 1 through June 30.  Seasonal assignments may be made for 6 months or less or other schedules to accommodate the needs of the Department. 

The Selection Process

Interested individuals must apply online at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sanramon. The most qualified applicants, as determined by initial screening of applications, will be invited to participate in an interview and testing process that may consist of written and oral board interview.

The City of San Ramon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex origin or disability.  In accordance with Federal law, the City of San Ramon will only hire individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States.  As a condition of employment, you will be required to present proof of your identity and employment eligibility. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, should special accommodations be necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Division at (925) 973-2523.

Information contained herein is subject to change without notice.

FINAL FILING DATE:  This position is open until filled. PERS retired annuitants are not eligible to apply.

IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY INFOMATION.

THE POSITION

The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the temporary and part-time position of Parks & Facility Maintenance Worker II in the Parks, Recreation, and Libraries Department. This position is limited to 1,500 hours per fiscal year.The normal work schedule includes evenings and weekends.

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

DEFINITION

To perform a variety of duties related to maintaining the City’s natural resources, facilities, and property.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Operate golf cart type vehicle, mower or other machinery; operate small power tools and equipment.
• Note and correct safety hazards; refer difficult problems/hazards for more advanced attention and recommend possible solutions.
• Utilize proper safety precautions related to all work performed.
• Promote and enforce safety procedures; render first aid and CPR, if certified, as required.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Prepare necessary forms and reports.
• Drive and maintain assigned vehicle; maintain proper oil and fluid levels; notify supervisor of needed repairs.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

When assigned to Park Maintenance (Aquatics):

• Maintain, mow, and clean parks and playground facilities, restrooms and surrounding areas.
• Monitor/Check swimming pool pumps, filters and related equipment; monitor and apply chemicals; refer to appropriate staff for further attention.
• Repair and maintain park and landscape irrigation systems.
• Maintain municipal swimming pool pumps, filters, and related equipment; monitor and apply chemicals; refer to appropriate staff for further attention.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Basic methods, tools, and equipment used in natural resource and grounds maintenance and facility maintenance.
• Principles and practices of safety management.
• Practices and methods of public relations and customer service; techniques and principles of effective interpersonal communication.
• Basic understanding and principles of agronomy, natural resource management, forestry, horticulture, and biology.
• Basic principle of facility maintenance and management
• Basic principles and practices of record keeping.
• Principles and techniques of first aid and artificial respiration.
• Safe driving practices.

Ability to:

• On a continuous basis, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, twist, and reach while operating equipment and perform maintenance and/or construction activities; perform heavy manual labor; operate a variety of hand and power tools used in maintenance activities; know and understand maintenance operations, janitorial and/or construction projects, observe safety rules.
• Intermittently, analyze equipment problems; identify safety hazards; remember and locate equipment and tools; may interpret and explain work orders; sit while completing work papers; travel from job-site to job-site sitting in assigned vehicle or on equipment; lift or carry cement bags, fertilizer sacks and/or bags of chalk, tables and stages weighing 65 pounds or less.
• Learn to perform semi-skilled tasks in a variety of maintenance activities.
• Swim, if assigned to Park Maintenance-Aquatics.
• Operate golf type vehicles, mower and other maintenance equipment.
• Understand and translate City policies and practices into everyday working practices; make sound decisions with solid problem solving methods.
• Learn principles and techniques of first aid and artificial respiration.
• Respond to emergency situations in a calm and effective manner; administer first aid and CPR, if certified.
• Learn to identify problems regarding the facility and programs; refer difficult problems/irregularities for more advanced attention and recommend possible solutions.
• Understand and carry out written and oral directions.
• Communicate tactfully with customers.
• Work outdoors in a variety of weather and environmental conditions.
• Communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Perform semi-skilled tasks in a variety of maintenance activities.
• Identify problems regarding the facility and programs; refer difficult problems/irregularities for more advanced attention and recommend possible solutions.

Experience and Training

Experience:

Two years of increasingly responsible experience performing maintenance work similar to that of a Parks and Facilities Maintenance Worker I with the City of Roseville.

Training:

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, GED, or higher level degree; additional course work and training in maintenance, agronomy, horticulture, forestry, natural resource management, electric, plumbing, carpentry, janitorial or related field is highly desirable.

License or Certificate

• Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment. 
• Possession of CPR and First Aid certificates within six (6) months of hire.

Necessary Special Requirement:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

1. Was any of the work experience listed on your application an unpaid internship, or volunteer work?  If so, please list below which ones.
    
2. Are you available and willing to work weekends, evenings, and holidays?
    
3. What hours are you not available to work?
    
4. Describe your experience with pool water chemistry.
    
5. Describe your experience with pool maintenance.
    
6. List any plumbing experience.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications will be screened by the Human Resources Department for minimum qualifications.  Qualifying applicants may be contacted by the Department to interview. Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check and depending on position applied for a pre-employment medical exam and a drug and alcohol screening test.

THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.  IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS.  MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION.

THE POSITIONS

Under direct supervision, the Public Service Assistant II will perform litter/trash pick-up, barbeque maintenance, leaf/debris pick-up, and miscellaneous park duties in Central Park and other community parks. The Public Service Assistant II will also perform related duties as assigned.

WORK SCHEDULE

The positions work up to a full-time schedule of 40 hours per week and may be required to work a regular shift that includes evening and weekend hours. These temporary assignments are limited to 999 hours per fiscal year (July 1 - June 30).

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

 Pick up and remove trash and litter from various City of Fremont parks

 Maintain park barbeques

 Leaf/debris cleanup

 Perform other related duties as assigned.

PUBLIC WORKS INSPECTOR

Annual Salary: $77,952 — $95,652

(3% increase scheduled for January 2019)

Filing Deadline: Open Until Filled

The Position

The City of San Bruno is currently recruiting for a Public Works Inspector to perform a variety of sub-professional engineering tasks involving both office and field assignments. These assignments include inspection for right-of-way and public works projects, reviewing encroachment permits and traffic control plans. This is a journey-level position that requires complex inspections of public works construction projects, and enforce compliance with plans, specifications and City policies and procedures, administer and monitor contracts for such projects, issue contract change orders, and coordinate inspection work with contractors. In addition, this position will review and coordinate utility encroachment permits, assist in the preparation and evaluation of plans and specifications for public works and utility projects, perform specialized tasks regarding right-of-way work, evaluate constructability issues on assigned project, use a computer and other electronic equipment to solve a variety of engineering-related problems, and carry out other assigned duties.

Minimum Qualifications

· Possession of high school diploma or GED-equivalent, plus two (2) years of college in a pre-engineering or closely related field

· Two (2) years of sub-professional engineering experience

· Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California driver’s license

· Computer-aided Design and Drafting (CADD) experience highly preferred

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a self-starting, independent individual capable of working in a team oriented environment. The successful candidate will have the experience in performing inspection for public works projects and ability to perform work in a variety of complex sub-professional engineering areas; accurately interpret engineering plans and specifications; follow complex written and verbal instructions and make accurate mathematical and engineering calculations; and effectively use a computer and applicable computer applications. Geographic Information System (GIS) knowledge highly desirable.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

The successful candidate will possess knowledge of principles, practices and terminology of a variety of technical engineering support work, including field inspection, public works construction methods and materials, drafting, mapping, data collection and analysis and standard office practices and procedures. The ability to maintain effective working relationships with contractors is a must.

Excellent Benefits

· CalPERS retirement formula 2.7% @ 55 (classic members) or 2% @ 62 (PEPRA members)

· Medical, dental and vision benefits with employee contribution

· 10-23 vacation days based on length of service

· 12 sick days annually

· 14.5 holidays annually

· $300 deferred compensation matching calculated on a biweekly basis

· Life insurance equal to one year’s annual salary

· Long term disability insurance provided at no cost to employee

· Opportunity for bilingual incentive pay up to 2.5% of salary

· Home loan assistance program

· Credit union membership

· Tuition reimbursement

How to Apply

Applications may be submitted online at www.calopps.org. After an initial screening of applications, those candidates that best meet the Department’s needs will be invited to participate further in the recruitment process.

Open Until Filled

The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and as such does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, gender, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices. If you require special accommodations, please contact us to discuss your needs.

The Office of Councilmember Peralez is recruiting for a Community Relations Coordinator/Representative to assist communication and public information efforts of the District office.  The selected individual may be classified as Community Relations Coordinator or Representative, based on relevant education and experience.  Education and/or experience in the fields of marketing, communications, public information or public relations is highly desirable.  The following are examples of the types of job duties and responsibilities the selected individual may be responsible for:
 

• Planning, writing and managing monthly e-Newsletter
• Designing flyers, graphics, and material for constituent meetings, events and public information.
• Engaging and collaborating with constituents, organizations, and city staff as needed.
• Updating and designing web content and social media content.
• Media relations and tracking.
• Collaborating with staff on ideas for media and communication outreach to disseminate the Councilmember’s message to various audiences.

 
Employees in this classification are not members of the classified civil service and are appointed "at will" with no property right to continued employment.  Each appointment is for a specified period of time to be determined by the appointing Council member and does not extend past the end of the elected official's or appointing authority's term.  This unclassified position requires a disclosure of outside investments, real property interest, income and business positions.

THE POSITIONS

Under direct supervision, the Public Service Assistant II will perform litter/trash pick-up, barbeque maintenance, leaf/debris pick-up, and miscellaneous park duties in Central Park and other community parks.  The Public Service Assistant II will also perform related duties as assigned.
 
WORK SCHEDULE

The positions work up to a full-time schedule of 40 hours per week and may be required to work a regular shift that includes evening and weekend hours. These temporary assignments are limited to 999 hours per fiscal year (July 1 - June 30).
 
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

- Pick up and remove trash and litter from various City of Fremont parks
- Maintain park barbeques
- Leaf/debris cleanup
- Perform other related duties as assigned.

THE CITY OF FREMONT
Fremont maintains a workforce of approximately 915 staff.  It is an employer that values its people, creativity, quality service, integrity, open communication, mutual respect and diversity.  Home to a wide variety of innovative high tech, life science and clean technology firms including Tesla motors, Lam Research, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Redwood Systems among many others.  The City’s innovation District is know as the hottest new address for start-ups.  Over the last two years, companies in Fremont received more than $400 million in venture funding according to PitchBook Data.   Employees find their work challenging, yet rewarding, and most importantly, enjoy the chance to make a difference through public service.  Think Fremont!  

THE CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE
The City Manager’s Office supports the City Council’s efforts to engage in legislative  advocacy at the local, state, and national levels in support of the City’s interests.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

• Monitor legislative activity and support legislative advocacy on behalf of the City.
• Work with a variety of City departments to complete policy analysis.
• Work with City staff to update key administrative regulations.
• Provide staff support to public boards, commissions and meetings.
• Participate in the development of the Capital Improvement Program budget and the Citywide Operating budget.
• Monitor, administer and coordinate the preparation of divisional/departmental budgets.
• Provide project management on assigned projects.
• Develop, negotiate and administer internal and external contracts.
• Research, analyze and prepare reports, memorandums and recommendations to the City Manager’s Office and the City Council on Citywide programs, policies and  issues.
• Assist with the preparation of the City Council agenda packet, attend Council meetings, and follow up on agenda items.
• Plan and organize public meetings.

Summary: 

The Maintenance Assistant must demonstrate entry-level knowledge of basic building maintenance and working experience in a trade skill ie. basic electrical, plumbing, maintenance, masonry, custodial, carpentry, painting, doors, gates, fences, etc. The position provides maintenance and custodial services for multiple locations within the City. Additionally, this position will provide support for our many special events including summer concerts, outdoor movie series, 4th of July Celebration, Kite Day and many other special events held in the City.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

o     Responsible for ensuring the routine cleanliness of tennis court facilities.   

o     Performs minor nonstructural repairs and replacements on doors, fences, and buildings as required.

o  Monitors the physical condition of the recreation facilities and reports maintenance requirements to Supervisor.

o  Ensures that City standards of cleanliness and appearance are met or exceeded in offices, restrooms, exterior areas, hallways, parks, recreation facilities, etc.

o    Ensures that the safe handling and storage of chemicals/cleaners used is in compliance with safety standards.

o     Posts Tennis and Picnic Rentals at CSD kiosks on a weekly basis.

o   Place orders for needed special events, aquatics, and facility supplies and equipment.

o    Completes assigned tasks within established time-frames and meets expected level of quality

o   Performs all work using safe work practices and in accordance with City policies

o    Assists with city-wide special events including preparation, set-up and take-down of events.

o     Assists with updating, posting and distributing of banners and other marketing materials for special events.

o    Performs other duties as assigned; works with minimum direct supervision; operates effectively on a team.

Qualifications:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The City of Menlo Park Community Services Department seeks employees that have pro-active, “can-do” mentalities, positive attitudes and operate with integrity. Employment with the City of Menlo Park is contingent on successful completion of a fingerprinting background check. Employees must have a current driver license and must be able to travel to a number of job locations.

Supervisory Responsibilities:  This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Education and/or Experience:  A High School diploma/GED equivalent and three to six months of related experience and/or training is required. Certifications or trade cards are helpful but not required.  First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications are a plus.

Language Skills:  Incumbent must have the ability to write simple reports, use a computer, and convey information to the general public in English. Ability to read and understand documents such as safety rules, operating and procedural manuals, and maintenance instructions in English is required.

Mathematical Skills:  Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals is required.

Reasoning Ability:  Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form and the ability to deal with problems, new challenges and change is necessary.

Physical Demands:  The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and to smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds or more.

Working Hours: This position is 18-20 hours per week position. The ideal candidate can work two full days and one half day during a given week.

Applications will be accepted for this position until the position is filled.

This hourly position is not in Civil Service and does not receive benefits.

DEFINITION

Under direction, the Video Technician assists with the development of television programming and operates a variety of video production equipment for live cablecasts of public meetings and for preparation and playback of pre-recorded video programs and performs other work as required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Control remote and portable video cameras, operate digital video recorders and audio equipment for the live cablecasting of public meetings. Choose camera shots, graphics, and adjusts audio levels. View action on monitors; control contrast, brilliance, color balance, and fidelity and audio quality of cablecasted television signal. Inspect video production equipment for proper operation, control, and safety; make minor adjustments and temporary repairs to equipment as necessary. Assist in the production of programs including desktop editing. Create video "slides" using a variety of text, sounds, and graphics including backgrounds, borders and video images. Operate a variety of video imaging and scheduling software and/or character generators. Create automated shows using combinations of video "slides" and/or machine control commands. Duplicate and label DVDs. Maintain records of work performed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of: Television and video production techniques, operations and equipment. Video and computer graphics.

Ability to:     Operate television production equipment such as field and studio cameras, digital recorders, editing equipment, switchers/special effects generators, and character generators; set up, operate and monitor equipment, such as, lights, microphones, audio mixers; follow oral and written directions; work independently or as part of a team; follow safe work practices; work evenings and attend meetings; and attend work and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis.

Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent. College level course work in television production and/or digital video imaging desirable.

Experience: One year of video production employment desirable including live video production experience. 

License: Possession of a valid Class "C" California Driver's License.