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Child Care Instructor II (Preschool)

Full-Time (35 hours per week)

$3,137 - $3,813 per month

Plus excellent benefits

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Applications reviewed on a weekly basis

THE CITY is focused on enhancing our community members’ quality of life through well-designed services and a positive workplace culture.  San Rafael is the economic and cultural heart of Marin County, and its high quality of life is centered on its commercial districts, engaged neighborhoods, active lifestyle, and natural environment.  San Rafael (population 61,000) is a full-service city with a city council/city manager form of government with 12 departments, more than 400 employees, and an annual budget of $120 million.  The City’s vision is to be a vibrant economic and cultural center reflective of its diversity.  The City Council is engaged and seeks to strengthen the urban and commercial areas as well as sustain the beautiful natural environment.

San Rafael’s Organizational culture framework is an initiative called “Together San Rafael.”  City employees are our greatest asset, and we seek talented individuals with diverse backgrounds who are creative, curious, and excited about a challenge.  We are a results-driven team focused on the needs of community members.  The Together San Rafael initiative is focused on modernizing City services and increasing the engagement of employees.  This initiative recognizes the interconnectedness of the customer and employee experience. 

THE POSITION:

The Library and Recreation Department (Child Care Division) is recruiting for a full-time Child Care Instructor II position in their Preschool Programming at Parkside Preschool.  Under the supervision of the Child Care Center Director, this position will provide developmental care and supervision to children enrolled in the childcare program; implement age appropriate curriculum for children; establish and maintain supportive relationships with children and parents; and other related duties as assigned.

This position performs the following essential job duties:      

• Plan, implement and supervise developmental preschool programs.
• Develop age-appropriate curriculum and activities to stimulate children’s cognitive skills, abilities and development.
• Evaluate needs of children, staff and site in order to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children and staff.
• Supervise the activities of children and records observations of children’s behavior and activities; monitor behavioral patterns and develops assessment and profiles.
• Schedule parent conferences to discuss children’s development and concerns; work with family to devise learning and development strategies as necessary.
• Maintain accurate attendance and enrollment records; maintain appropriate confidential records.
• Supervise and coordinate the work of subordinate childcare staff.
• Monitor and order classroom supplies and materials as needed.

To be eligible for this position you must have knowledge of: 

• Early Childhood Development
• Curriculum models such as CLASS and Pyramid training
• Classroom management techniques
• Appropriate disciplinary techniques
• Oral and written communication skills
• Group leadership and teaching skills

To be eligible for this position you must possess the ability to:

• Plan and implement curriculum based on principles of Child Development.
• Supervise and coordinate staff and children.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships.  Work cooperatively to achieve program goals.
• Interact and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with children, parents, staff, host school and community members.
• Manage time, activities and resources effectively.
• Work as scheduled.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: 

• Completion of twelve (12) units of Early Childhood Education (ECE) courses.     
• One year working with children in a Preschool setting.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Department of Justice and FBI fingerprint clearance
• Prefer possession of a valid California Driver’s License

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:   

Must be able to perform physical activities such as but not limited to:  lifting or carrying children or heavy items (up to 40 lbs.) unassisted, reaching, bending, standing, or walking.  The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, twist, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:   

City of San Rafael application is required.  A City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application since this information will be used to determine who will be invited to participate in the next phase of the examination process.  The examination process may include the following:  application appraisal and oral board interview examination.  The passing point for the oral board examination final score will be 70%.  Prior to appointment, candidate must pass a pre-placement physical examination, drug screen, a background check, and fingerprinting.  To file an application, go online to www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “San Rafael”.  Follow this link to submit an application for this position:   https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-20363710 

Reasonable Accommodation: The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations in the interview process to accommodate disabled applicants. If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (415) 485-3474 before the test date.

The Position

The Police Communications Call Taker (Per Diem) receives emergency and non-emergency call for service, performs technical support duties in police department communications, and performs related duties as required. The position requires excellent customer service and communication skills.

Examples of Job Duties

• Determines priority of calls for service and forwards information to the appropriate dispatcher for dissemination to field units.
• Receives, monitors and transmits messages over a variety of communication networks.
• Receives information, questions and requests for service from the public.
• Types and records activity and status reports.
• Records, classifies and maintains records of all communications.
• Answers or refers to others for answers to questions and requests for information.
• Provides information to field units, other agencies and the public.
• Sends and receives printed information via computer terminals.
• Monitors closed circuit television system.
• Receives and routes a variety of law enforcement reports, warrants and other materials.
• Performs a variety of other duties in support of the police department information and communications functions as required.
• Additional information can be viewed in the job classification.

The Ideal Candidate 

The successful candidate will possess excellent customer service and communication skills with the ability to maintain accurate and up-to-date records. Additionally, the ideal candidate will be able to develop and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and department staff. Dispatcher and/or Call Taker work experience in a public safety department/agency is highly desirable.

Minimum Qualifications 

Education: High school degree or equivalent

Experience: Some public contact experience

Special Requirements: Must be 18 years of age. The selected candidate must be without functional color blindness. Ability to type at least 45 net words per minute is required. Online application must include typing certificate administered by a professional (online certificates will not be accepted).

Per the City’s COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Policy, the City requires all employees starting on or after February 11, 2022 to provide proof of vaccination as a condition of employment absent a documented medical and/or religious exemption.  Proof of vaccination means that employees are required to be “up-to-date” with regards to the COVID-19 vaccine. Consistent with the Santa Clara County Public Health Order issued on December 28, 2021, "up-to-date" means that employees are required to be vaccinated with the entire recommended initial series of a COVID-19 vaccine (two doses of the Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax COVID-19 vaccine or a single dose of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine). 

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third-party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose’s website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers. 

 

The San José Fire Department is recruiting to fill (3) three Hazardous Materials Inspector II positions in the Bureau of Fire Prevention Division. The Hazardous Materials Inspector II’s may be assigned to Hazardous Materials Development Services group to perform plan reviews and inspections, or to Hazardous Materials Code Enforcement group to conduct detailed field inspections at facilities storing, handling, or using hazardous materials including highly hazardous materials unique to Silicon Valley. Both group activities do cross over, as required for back up and special demands and for cross training, as needed.

 

The Hazardous Materials II inspector inspects, reviews, and enforces commercial and industrial facilities for compliance with the San Jose Fire Code, California State Fire Marshal (CSFM) regulations, CSFM adopted sections of the California Building Code Series, San Jose Hazardous Materials Storage Permit Ordinance, S and applicable National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) nationally recognized standards.

 

Duties for this position include, but may not be limited to:

 

• Providing technical assistance to facilities, consultants, architects, engineers, contractors, department officers/staff and the Fire Marshal on the application and/or interpretation of fire safety codes/regulations and on resolution of fire safety and hazardous materials issues identified in the design, construction or operations of buildings and integrated systems;

• Reviewing and analyze hazardous materials inventory statements for chemical classification;

• Reviewing and analyze hazardous materials business plans, construction documents, monitoring and treatment system plans for compliance with codes and regulations;

• Inspect commercial and industrial facilities and construction sites including reviewing facility maintenance records and document finding in inspections reports.

• Conducting enforcement as necessary including preparing citations and other administrative orders, conducting compliance meetings,

• Preparing enforcement cases for the City Attorney and District Attorney including the preparation of analytical data, reports, assisting in interpreting laws and regulations and providing court testimony, as required;

• Responding to complaint investigations for alleged violations of the aforementioned codes and standards.

• Assisting outside agencies and other City Departments including, Code Enforcement, Building Department, Planning Department, Public Works, and Environmental Services-Wastewater Pretreatment.

• Conduct public record request record searches

• Participate in the review of plans submitted for development projects for verification of code compliance with municipal codes.   

• Provide written plan review comments to development project applicants identifying discrepancies identified after compliance reviews.

• Conduct Hazardous Materials system installation and closure inspections for code compliance verification. 

• Assist with training of staff as requested.

 

Salary

Hazardous Materials Inspector II: $106,950.48 - $129,948.00 annually. This amount includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates’ qualifications and experience.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this department. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this department. 

Per the City’s COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Policy, the City requires all employees starting on or after February 11, 2022 to provide proof of vaccination as a condition of employment absent a documented medical and/or religious exemption.  Proof of vaccination means that employees are required to be “up-to-date” with regards to the COVID-19 vaccine. Consistent with the Santa Clara County Public Health Order issued on December 28, 2021, "up-to-date" means that employees are required to be vaccinated with the entire recommended initial series of a COVID-19 vaccine (two doses of the Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax COVID-19 vaccine or a single dose of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine).   

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third-party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose’s website at http://www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers. 

The total salary range for the Council Chief of Staff classification is $86,318.44 - $172,058.64. This amount includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates’ qualifications and experience. 

The District 8 Council Office, supporting Councilmember Domingo Candelas, is recruiting for a Chief of Staff position. The position will work closely with the Councilmember and lead the staff support team for the Councilmember. The Chief of Staff is an integral link between the Councilmember and the Mayor and City Council colleagues, City administration, and the community. The Chief of Staff must have excellent oral and written communication skills, effective organizational, analytical, and management skills, and a dedication to public service. The position requires the ability to develop and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships with community members and neighborhood organizations, key stakeholders, and City staff. The Chief of Staff will serve as a liaison to the Councilmember and will regularly represent the Councilmember at City-related meetings and functions. Bilingual language skills (Vietnamese, Chinese and/or Spanish) both oral and written are highly desirable.  

Responsibilities for this position may include, but are not limited to the following:  

• Advises the Councilmember on policy, budget, and community matters. 
• Manages the day-to-day office operations. 
• Supervises staff to implement office projects and achieve identified objectives. 
• Manages staffing to include workloads, training, performance evaluations, and assisting with hiring and corrective or disciplinary actions. 
• Creates and maintains a collaborative team culture within the Councilmember's office. 
• Oversees budgetary, legislative, and strategic planning processes. 
• Manages communications and public relations, interfacing with media, governmental officials, department directors, business leaders, advocacy groups, constituents, and others on behalf of the Councilmember. 
• Responds to other matters as needed. 

Candidates must be willing to work occasional evenings and weekends, and as exempt management employees, are not eligible for overtime compensation. Employees in this classification are not members of the classified civil service and are appointed "at will." Each appointment is for a specified period to be determined by the appointing Councilmember 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. 

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third-party job board application system. To apply, please complete an application via the City of San Jose’s website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers. 

The City of San José Information Technology Department seeks an exceptional executive to serve as Deputy Chief Information Officer (DCIO) to lead the Business Solutions Division.

San Jose’s executives truly act as player-coaches—people who can shape technical work and architectures with their team, build contributors up to execute that direction, work directly with the technologies and partners, personally deliver significant work products, and manage organizational demands to deliver solutions and services. When IT meets its mission, it helps San Jose’s families thrive and our businesses grow.

The City’s Business Solutions Division is in the midst of a strategic rebuild with focus on enabling productivity, collaboration, and business process automation capacities. The DCIO selected will have the ability to instill a sense of mission, communicate goals through transitions, and nurture a culture that is customer centric. Their work will grow upon the strong maintenance capacities for core applications and data resources. The position is critical to the City’s ambitions to innovate, accelerate delivery of solutions, support deep collaboration, and deliver value to the San Jose organization and community as it tackles new and transformative challenges related to equity and changing resource priorities. 

The DCIO’s current portfolio includes directing teams for productivity and collaboration, business process automation, data administration, enterprise resource planning, and utilities systems. Focus areas for the DCIO in the 12-month horizon include setting a team culture defined by trust and delivering the critical outcomes City departments require; driving the delivery of strong and integrated technology platforms; infusing IT’s product-project management practices into the division’s work; and readying the teams for new technologies and investments, including continued growth of San Jose’s Smart Cities and Internet-of-Things portfolios.  

Success in the City culture requires modeling values of collaboration, responsiveness, employee development, effective relationship management, and producing great outcomes. Significant hiring requirements over the coming years due to retirements also requires DCIOs who are expert at fostering teams that are engaged, embrace innovation and change, and that exemplify both exceptional customer service and mission alignment 

Responsibilities:

Leaders in IT all play a key role in working across organization boundaries to deliver superior IT services while shaping to emerging demands. Working under the CIO and Assistant CIO, the Deputy CIO is a member of the IT Executive Staff and must demonstrate how to be an equal and trusted part of the leadership team. San Jose leaders are “working executives” with high expectations for personal work output. 

Reporting through the City CIO and Assistant CIO, the Deputy CIO oversees a team of ~30 contributors and a Citywide portfolio supporting ~7,000 employees and volunteers. Key metrics for DCIO center on customer satisfaction, reliability, performance, and project-value success. 

A short snapshot of the Business Solutions DCIO’s portfolio includes over 140 primary business applications, including a technical environment that spans Oracle (PeopleSoft/Taleo/Hyperion), Cayenta, SimpliGov, Microsoft O365/SharePoint/OneDrive/MSSQL), multiple cloud providers, enterprise reporting and data visualization solutions, and specialized applications in revenue, treasury, utilities billing, et al. 

Specific responsibilities include:

1. Direct and lead multiple teams by establishing division goals and performance standards, conducting regular evaluations of the staff members' performance, and coaching staff members on performance and career development consistent with the departmental mission and expectations. 
2. Proactively monitor technology solutions and plan for system roadmaps that will benefit the City's ability to provide services in the most efficient and cost-effective manner.
3. Manage and develop the skills and competency of the Information Technology Department staff based on current needs as well as emerging technologies or business strategies needed to support all work initiatives.
4. In partnership with City departments, provide executive leadership through strategic goals, objectives, and high-level requirements executed with departments. 
5. Direct the allocation of resources to achieve timely outcomes and measurable goals within budget; recommend IT spending and participate in collaborative resource planning processes to ensure high-quality services at the lowest cost to the organization.

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.

Please note that the Business Solutions Deputy Chief Information Officer position is currently eligible for a hybrid telework schedule - working remote and onsite schedule is subjected to change.

Competencies

The ideal candidates will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history:

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. 

• 5+ years of successful experience managing human resources/payroll, financials, and budget systems to successful outcomes.
• 5+ years of successful experience managing enterprise data and integration services to successful outcomes.

Experience within the last 5 years is highly desirable on the following:

• Direct management responsibility overseeing SharePoint as enterprise content management, intranet, and eDiscovery solutions.
• Direct management responsibility overseeing and implementing enterprise applications, business process automation, and workflow solutions.
• Direct management responsibility over application development for Commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) and development teams.
• Direct responsibility for and success in attainment of (1) high customer satisfaction, (2) reliability, (3) performance, and (4) project success rates in large enterprise environments (internal support base of >2,000 customers.
• Strong product and project management experience and proven results, preferably including use of both agile and traditional approaches.
• Expert personnel management skills, including staff development, coaching, evaluation, and hiring.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and conflict resolution skills, as well as high emotional intelligence.
• Implementation of change and release management processes and business architecture that yield a high degree of business alignment.

Leadership – Leads by example; demonstrates high ethical standards; remains visible and approachable and interacts with others on a regular basis; promotes a cooperative work environment, allowing others to learn from mistakes; provides motivational supports and direction. 

Project Management – Ensures support for projects and implements agency goals and strategic objectives. 

Conflict Management – Uses appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to reduce tension or conflict between two or more people, by presenting the facts, analysis, and conclusions or solutions that show command of content and perspectives and interests of the audience. 

Creativity – Addresses objectives and problems while questioning traditional assumptions/solutions in order to generate creative ideas and new ways of doing business; exhibits creativity and innovation when contributing to organizational and individual objectives; seeks out opportunities to improve, streamline, reinvent work processes. 

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

Vision/Strategic Thinking – Supports, promotes, and ensures alignment with the organization’s vision and values; understands how an organization must change in light of internal and external trends and influences; builds a shared vision with others and influences others to translate vision to action.

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. 

Selection Process

The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews, one of which may include a practical/writing exercise. 

You will be prompted to answer the following job-specific questions during the online application process. Please note that there is a 4,000-character limit, including spaces, for each text response. If you need more space for your text response, please attach a word or pdf document with your response to the question(s) as part of your application.  

1. Please describe your experience in technology from senior management to executive roles. Highlight applied experience overseeing enterprise-level applications and data services; managing large and complex software applications, data, and integrations portfolio; and your successful delivery and operationalization of major applications products/projects and related processes.
2. Please describe two (2) major enterprise technology solutions you led teams to deliver to successful outcomes. Provide each solution’s business purpose, value delivery goals, verified outcomes, and the team(s) you developed. Applicable examples: Productivity and collaboration platforms, Enterprise Resource Planning, business process automation, data analytics, monitoring/alerting/response tools, or similar. Elements to note: (1) your official role; (2) the criticality, scope, and scale of the solutions; (3) the staff size and resources managed; (4) technologies used; and (5) key outcomes and projects delivered that your customers/audits confirm.

You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. In addition, please attach your resume as part of the application process. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Tram Nguyen at Tramt.Nguyen@sanjoseca.gov.   

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The City of Union City's Community and Recreation Services is seeking returning staff for the following roles:

• Day Camp, Sports Camp & Youth Parks & Playgrounds Leader (Recreation Leader) - $17.14- $20.84/hourly
• Fitness Attendant (Recreation Leader) - $17.14 -$20.84/hourly
• Gym Attendant/Scorekeeper (Recreation Aide) - $16.00 - 16.80/hourly
• Lifeguard (Recreation Leader) - $17.14 - $20.84/hourly
• Park Monitor (Project Specialist) - $18.00 - $25.00/hourly
• Pool Manager (CRS Program Manager) - $20.57 - $25.00/hourly
• Senior Lifeguard (Senior Recreation Leader) - $18.24-  $22.22hourly
• Substitute Preschool Site Supervisor (CRS Program Manager) - $20.57 - $25.00/hourly
• Teen Leader (Recreation Leader) - $17.14 - $20.84/hourly
• Tennis Instructor (Project Specialist) - $17.14 - $25.00/hourly
• Tot Time Substitute Teacher (Senior Recreation Leader) - $18.29 - $22.23/hourly
• Safe Parking Attendant  (Recreation Leader) - $20.00 - $24.41/hourly

The Position

The Building Inspector Specialist (Plumbing) enforces the provisions of the Plumbing codes by inspecting both new projects and additions and alterations to existing residential, commercial and industrial buildings; provides technical expertise and training in an assigned functional area; may be assigned to assist at counter or in development activities; and performs related duties as required.

Examples of Job Duties

- Performs inspections, plan checks, and related duties in the specialized plumbing field of building inspection.
- Investigates unlisted equipment and suspect substandard installations to determine product equivalency.
- Resolves disputes over interpretation and application of building codes.
- Reviews building plans to determine compliance to specialized systems and methods and schedules of inspection.
- Meets with City officials, business representatives and the general public to discuss specialized facets of inspection, including procedures and problems.
- Represents the City at meetings and conferences in a positive, constructive, and complementary manner.
- Reviews and approves building permits.
- Trains staff in assigned building inspection specialty.
- Performs combination building inspection duties.
- Prepares correspondence and reports.
- Maintains building inspection records.
- Utilizes computer for tracking projects, writing and generating reports.
- Other duties as assigned.

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third-party job board application system. To apply, please complete an application via the City of San Jose’s website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers. 

The City of San José Information Technology Department (ITD) seeks an exceptional senior manager to lead the City Portfolio-Products-Projects Office (C3PO) as Division Manager. 

The Portfolio-Products-Projects Office is a six year-old division in the City. Deconstructing traditional project management, San Jose’s C3PO is responsible for (1) executing technology and innovation initiatives with success; (2) ensuring strong business value from City products and platforms over time; and (3) building organizational capacities for the City to consistently transform and improve. 

The C3PO Division Manager will inspire team members and nurture a culture that is truly collaborative and customer-centric towards these ends. The position is critical to the City achieving ambitious goals to innovate, accelerate delivery of solutions, support deep collaboration and deliver remarkable value to the San Jose organization and community. 

The leader of the C3PO will work directly with the Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Assistant Chief Information Officer (ACIO) to build the team through a significant hiring phase. They will assemble the office’s practices and resources, all while supporting delivery of identified priorities. In its first five years, the C3PO already drastically improved technology execution success rates, earning the trust of partner departments. The Division is situated to grow its team and Citywide impacts. Thus, the selected Division Manager will demonstrate the vision and leadership necessary to build the C3PO into the model team and organizational resource described. 

San Jose’s technology leaders truly act in a player-coach mode—a person who can shape technical work and architectures with their team, build contributors up to execute that direction, work directly with the technologies and partners, and manage organizational demands to deliver solutions and services. 
When the C3PO Team does well, they help San Jose’s families thrive and our businesses grow.

Responsibilities:

The C3PO Division Manager works closely with the IT Department Executive Team and oversees approximately 10 to 15 contributors, an average annual project portfolio of 75+ initiatives, and 40+ primary systems for focused lifecycle management. The C3PO works across 20 major departments citywide to:

• Ensure successful project execution;
• Deliver continuously high business value from the City’s products and platforms through expert lifecycle management; and 
• Enable organizational capabilities and cultures that makes transformation through technology increasingly routine. 

Specific examples of work priorities over the next 18 months include: My San Jose, Business Process Automation, Integrated Permitting System and Development Services Upgrade and Transformation, Vehicle Blight service request management, 3-1-1 contact redesign, Business Tax system, emergency management technology refresh, IoT platforms and controls, infrastructure initiatives, and other efforts at the forefront nationally. Work is measured on the basis of hitting targets for cost, schedule, scope/quality, and realization of value at the customer level.

Collaboration, responsiveness, employee development, and effective relationship management with teams across the City are critical success factors for the C3PO Division Manager. To be a successful leader, they must demonstrate the ability to foster a team that is engaged, embraces innovation and change, earns the trust of customers and partners, and that exemplifies exceptional customer service in delivering solutions that both San Jose residents and City staffs appreciate. 

The City practices agile and waterfall methodologies, reporting through an executive scrum of scrums to align appropriate methods to initiatives. Work is managed through an overarching IT Strategic Plan, Annual IT Work Plan, and a system of Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) that keep priorities aligned.

The primary duties of this position may include but not limited to:

• Delivering business value through expert portfolio management, product management, and project management.
• Performing and teaching portfolio, product, and project management practices across City departments through the C3PO.
• Developing necessary strategic plans, budgets, architectures, and roadmaps to plan, execute, and resource initiatives that support the service requirements of City departments.
• Hiring, coaching, mentoring and developing performance manage Products-Projects Managers and prioritizing effectively through active methods—e.g., scrums, work-staff planning, OKRs. 
• Partnering with customer, technical, and vendor leadership to achieve objectives and resolve challenges.
• Monitoring and regularly communicating key performance metrics and statuses.
• Overseeing the development, communication, and training of standardized processes, best practices and maintain integrated tools for product-project planning, execution, business analysis and deliverable/artifact tracking.
• Applying governance processes to maintain stakeholder support, detecting and addressing projects in jeopardy, and inhibiting large project failures.
• Planning for competing demands of technical and staff resources in project and product lifecycle activities.

Please note that the Division Manager for the City Portfolio-Products-Projects Office (C3PO) position is currently eligible for a hybrid telework schedule - working remote and onsite schedule is subjected to change.

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 candidate 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. 

• Expertise in building/managing a strategic project management, product management, and portfolio management division or team.
• Demonstrates depth in project/product/portfolio management practices and tools, spanning some mix of agile, waterfall, spiral, and other methodologies; DevOps; DataOps; SecureOps; and/or Enterprise Architecture frameworks is highly desirable.
• Strong personnel management skills, including hiring, development, coaching, performance management, and discipline is highly desirable.
• Experience with business analysis, systems development lifecycles, and application development principles and process.
• Expertise with public sector procurements, vendor management, and contract management.
• Demonstrates the ability to: 
  • Lead the Portfolio-Products-Projects Office in a vision to rationalize and maintain a clear portfolio of initiatives that are aligned to the San Jose’s Smart City Vision, City Manager Priorities and the IT Strategic Plan. 
  • Articulate ideas to both technical and non-technical audiences at all levels of the organization.

Leadership – Leads by example; demonstrates high ethical standards; remains visible and approachable and interacts with others on a regular basis; promotes a cooperative work environment, allowing others to learn from mistakes; provides motivational supports and direction. 

Conflict Management – Uses appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to reduce tension or conflict between two or more people, by presenting the facts, analysis, and conclusions or solutions that show command of content and perspectives and interests of the audience.

Project Management – Ensures support for projects and implements agency goals and strategic objectives.

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.

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.

Selection Process

The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews, one of which may include a practical/writing exercise. 

You will be prompted to answer the following job-specific questions during the online application process.  Please note that there is a 4,000-character limit, including spaces, for each text response.

1. Please select the following product-project management tasks you have performed in managing an Information Technology strategic project (select ALL that apply)?
   • Building/managing a strategic project management, product management, and portfolio management division or team.
   • Creation of strategic plans, budgets, architectures, and roadmaps to plan, execute, and resource initiatives that support the service requirements of departments.
   • Demonstrated depth in project/product/portfolio management practices and tools, spanning some mix of agile, waterfall, spiral, and other methodologies; DevOps; DataOps; SecureOps; and/or Enterprise Architecture frameworks.
   • Strong personnel management skills, including hiring, development, coaching, performance management, and discipline. 
   • Experience with business analysis, systems development lifecycles, and application development principles and process.
   • Expertise with public sector procurements, vendor management, and contract management.
   • I do not have product-project management experience.
2. Briefly describe your experience at a managerial or supervisory level leading and managing complex system-wide projects in an organization spanning multiple business functions. Refer to the jobs listed in your application/resume and list job titles, dates, and number of direct reports for each position. If you do not have this experience, type 'None' in the space provided.

You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. In addition, please attach your resume as part of the application process. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Tram Nguyen at tramt.nguyen@sanjoseca.gov. 

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third-party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose’s website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers. 

The Department of Planning, Building and Code Enforcement (PBCE) is currently recruiting to fill multiple Code Enforcement Inspector (CEI) I/II positions in the Code Enforcement Division.

The Code Enforcement Division is looking for self-motivated individuals with experience working in an inspection, regulatory, or enforcement environment with strong interpersonal skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Perform inspections and complaint investigations of moderate difficulty involving code violations on residential, commercial, industrial, vacant, or other private property to ascertain and gather facts related to applicable ordinances, codes, laws, rules, and regulations, and determine and institute proper enforcement action with conclusive results.

- Issue administrative citations and notices. Researches and prepares cases for review by quasi-judicial board. Utilizes administrative remedy process to conduct enforcement. May participate in civil proceedings.

- Manage caseload and related tasks; respond timely and in compliance with internal procedures, policies, and target inspection response times.

- Explain, interpret, and make presentations of ordinances, codes, laws, rules and regulations to customers, residents, community groups, agencies, businesses, and other entities. Participates in community meetings or events.

- Prepare notices, orders, reports and correspondence for review and approval by supervisor.

In addition, Code Enforcement Inspectors may be required to work a flexible schedule that may include working evenings or weekends. Applicants with bilingual skills are encouraged to apply.

For more info visit our Code Enforcement Website

This classification requires a disclosure of outside investments, real property interest, and income and business positions. Incumbents will be required to complete Form 700 Statement of Economic Interests.

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.

Salary

Code Enforcement Inspector I: $79,191.84 - $96,183.36 annually

Code Enforcement Inspector II: $91,728.00 - $111,493.20 annually

These amounts include an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates’ qualifications and experience.

Competencies

The ideal candidate 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.

• Ability to perform routine inspection, investigation, and enforcement of applicable codes and ordinances of an environmental, blight, zoning, housing, solid waste, building construction, land use, and sign enforcement nature.

• Ability to perform routine arithmetic calculations.

• Knowledge of the San Jose Municipal Code, Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations, California Building Standard Code, the Uniform Housing Code, the Uniform Building Code, the Uniform Plumbing Code, the Uniform Mechanical Code, and the National Electric Code

• Knowledge of the principles, techniques and practices of public health sanitation as applied to inspection and investigation of buildings occupied as living quarters.

Coaching – Provides guidance, opportunities, and motivation to develop and strengthen knowledge, skills, and competencies to improve employee’s capabilities.

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.

Conflict Management – Uses appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to reduce tension or conflict between two or more people, by presenting the facts, analysis, and conclusions or solutions that show command of content and perspectives and interests of the audience.

Customer Service – Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers’ needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor.

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

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

Multi-Tasking – can effectively handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or current position(s).