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The San Jose Police Department is accepting applications for the position of Senior Crime & Intelligence Analyst, which is the higher of two levels in the Crime and Intelligence Analyst series and is a working, first-line supervisor position.

This essential position in the Crime Analysis Unit is responsible for supervising staff and performing crime and intelligence analysis utilizing administrative, strategic, operational, tactical, and intelligence analysis techniques.  The position provides accurate and timely crime and intelligence information in support of patrol operations, criminal investigations, crime prevention, and administrative functions.  The position extracts raw data from multiple law enforcement systems and utilizes specialized analytical software applications to identify and monitor crime trends and criminal activity.  The position assists investigators in solving criminal cases by translating data into viable intelligence information.  The position also provides statistics for Police and City Budget management reports, resource allocation, grant-funded initiatives, special programs, etcetera.

Key duties of the Senior Crime & Intelligence Analysts include but are not limited to:

-Supervising a team of Crime & Intelligence Analysts, including prioritizing and assigning work, conducting performance evaluations, training staff, and making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations.

-Reviewing incoming requests and determining the appropriate assignment based on the nature of the request, complexity, geographic area, staffing concerns, legal considerations, and deadlines.  This position works on highly confidential requests and/or conducts most complex crime and intelligence analysis assignments.

-Assigning daily requests for information and determining which systems and software applications to utilize for accessing, extracting, formatting, analyzing, interpreting, and disseminating data.

-Supervising the collection of official crime statistics to the Department of Justice per the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program as mandated by the State of California (and subsequent National Incident Based Reporting System) as needed.

-Providing support for the Chief's management operations; participating in regional data sharing and specialized briefings; and presenting training sessions to sworn and other civilian staff.

-Utilizing various law enforcement systems and software applications to develop comprehensive charts, graphs, tables, maps, timelines, telephone toll analyses, and related materials for use by various law enforcement personnel, City departments, and outside agencies.

-Conducting spatial and temporal analysis utilizing multiple databases within a geographic information system for use in identifying and depicting locations of serious offenders, crime patterns, trends, and series.

-Directing and assisting with special analytical projects dealing with crime, demographic resource allocation, budget, homeland defense, traffic enforcement, special operations, grant-funded initiatives, and event planning.

-Testifying in court as to methodology employed in gathering information used in crime analysis publications, as required.

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.

The City of Lathrop is accepting applications for Facility Attendants.  This is a continuous recruitment.  Applications received will be held on file for six (6) months from the date received.  There is a supplemental questionnaire for this position.  You will be required to provide a response by selecting the position(s) that you are interested in. 

The City of Lathrop Department of Parks and Recreation is currently recruiting for a Facility Attendant.

Schedule:  Requires flexible schedule. Hours will be scheduled week day evenings starting at 4:00 p.m. and all day on weekends.

Weekly Hours: Up to 19 hours per week. The work load and availability of hours for this position varies throughout the year.

Location: Lathrop Community Center, Lathrop Generations Center, and Lathrop Senior Center

Description: Under general supervision, the Facility Attendant position is responsible for providing support and assistance on a daily basis towards the execution of facility operations. This includes frequent interaction with the public and City staff. Responsibilities also include setting and cleaning rental facilities for functions in the various city facilities, setting tables and chairs to meet function specifications, cleaning spaces including, but not limited to, vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, polishing, wiping areas and washing walls before and after events and working to the highest standards.

First Aid/CPR/AED: Certification (or ability to obtain such certifications) is required. If hired, candidates must be willing to submit to a background check and complete a pre-employment physical.

The City of Sunnyvale is seeking a Senior Planner. Under the general direction of the Assistant Director of Community Development or Planning Officer, performs, plans, directs and supervises professional planning activities of the Planning Division within the Community Development Department; including a variety of complex technical planning activities relative to an assigned area of responsibility; and performs related work as required.

The Senior Planner classification is the advanced journey-level in the Planner series. Incumbents assigned to this classification are responsible for more complex projects and planning project management. This position differs from the lower-level classification of Associate Planner in that the lower class performs more routine planner duties.

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package. A complete application consists of a City application and responses to the supplemental questionnaire.  The position opens Tuesday, October 1, 2019 and final filing date is Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at 5:00 pm. For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on JOBS.

Salary $49.0531 - $62.6056 Hourly | $102, 030.00 - $130,220.00 Annually

DOT is accepting applications for the position of full-time benefited Maintenance Assistant. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may be required to pass a written exam and a practical exam.

Under immediate supervision, the Maintenance Assistant performs unskilled work in the maintenance and repair of streets, pavements, sewers, landscaping, traffic signs, and traffic signals. Duties include digging holes, trenches, and ditches. It also includes operating a wide range of hand, mechanical, and power tools, as well as a variety of light and heavy vehicles, trucks, and equipment relevant to work performed, ensuring compliance with safe working practices.

Maintenance crews provide services seven days a week. Individuals in this classification may be required to work alternate work shifts, including grave and swing, weekends, holidays, overtime, and on-call.

More information on the typical duties can be found in the Class Specifications for Maintenance Assistant.

The Department of Parks, Recreation, and Neighborhood Services Department (PRNS) is looking to hire individuals who want to impact the lives of San José’s youngest learners. The San José Recreation Preschool program offers children, ages 3 to 5 years old, and their families educational and recreational experiences that support their imaginative, physical, cognitive, social and emotional development. Children will prepare for kindergarten success in a fun, safe and welcoming environment.  Class Instructors are responsible for selecting developmentally appropriate activities for participants, creating engaging environments and quality learning experiences, and working collaboratively with City staff by practicing Department and City values daily. 
Class Instructor duties include:

• Planning, preparing, and conducting classes for a diverse population
• Providing direction to other staff and volunteers
• Completing routine safety checks
• Maintaining effective relationships with staff and the public
• Completing all required trainings including CPR, AED, First Aid, Child Abuse Prevention, and Department Emergency Response and Procedure

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. 
- Experience in teaching or formal training in subject matter 
- Ability to teach and provide physical demonstration and instruction in a class setting, which includes basic understanding of a specific subject and strong communication and presentation skills 
- Certification/License for a subject matter relevant to the type of instruction provided 
- Knowledge of required subject matter equipment/materials and safety procedures 
- Knowledge of general record keeping 
- Ability to produce and program age appropriate class curriculum with lesson plan for enrolled participants 
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, policies and procedures 

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

DECISION MAKING:  Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions.
 
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 in a timely, accurate, respectful, and friendly manner.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:  Communicates and listens effectively and responds in an timely, effective, positive and respectful manner; written reports and correspondence are accurate, complete, current; well-organized, legible, concise, neat, and in proper grammatical form responds to statements and comments of others in a way that reflects understanding of the content and the accompanying emotion; asks clarifying questions to assure understanding of what the speaker intended, ensures consistent communication takes place within area of responsibility.
 
TEAM WORK & INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills

INITIATIVE: Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance.
 
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.
 
THIS CLASSIFICATION IS COVERED BY THE LIVING WAGE POLICY AND HOURLY PAY STARTS AT $23.93 AN HOUR INSTEAD OF THE POSTED $15.11 AMOUNT. 

This position is part-time un-benefited, with a limit of less than 20 hours per week, or less than 1,040 hours per year. Assignments are either seasonal or per session (often with breaks between sessions). 

To learn more about San Jose Recreation Preschool and the City of San Jose, please visit our website:  www.sanjoseca.gov/prns
 
Selection Process

The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and answers to the job-specific questions.  

Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the positions will be forwarded to the interview phase of the selection process, (interview phase may also include additional components such as writing exercise, work performance exercise, etc.).  

You will be prompted to answer the following required to answer the following job-specific questions during the online application process:

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.   Describe the class(es) you have experience in teaching, number of months/years you have taught class(es), where you have taught class(es) including the demographic and age group served.

2.  Describe your experience working with customers and provide an example of a time when you gave excellent customer service.
 
3.  Describe your classroom management techniques and how you have implemented them in a classroom setting.
 
NOTE: You must answer all job-specific questions be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. 
  
 

The City of Sunnyvale is looking for a Human Resources professional with strong analytical skills to join the Sunnyvale Human Resources management team.  The Principal Human Resources Analyst will conduct surveys, analyze data, and present results in graphical and narrative formats.  This Term-Limited assignment will manage and administer the departmental budget, prepare data for benefit census and other post-employment benefits requirements, support the City's negotiation team with background research and draft proposals, and lead departmental projects.   Become a part of this hard working and dynamic team of energetic and proficient employees

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package, including 4% City-paid Employee PERS contribution and the 2% at 60 retirement plan for Classic employees. A complete application packet consists of a City employment application and responses to the required supplemental questions. The recruitment closes on October 29, 2019 at 5:00 pm.  For complete information regarding this opportunity and to apply, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov, click on City Jobs.

Salary:  $ 120,036.00 - $144,748.00 Annually; a 3.5% confidential premium is reflected in the advertised rates

The City of Sunnyvale seeks a Supervising Librarian for Children's and Teen Services at the Sunnyvale Public Library. Under general direction of the Superintendent of Libraries, the Supervising Librarian develops, implements and evaluates children and teen services to the public with a focus on community engagement and innovation. He or she provides strong leadership for children and teen services to deliver services, programs and resources in response to community needs. The Supervising Librarian manages a high-performing team of 5 full-time and 2 part-time librarians.

The Supervising Librarian is a coach, mentor, and guide with proven skills in leading people and managing programs and budgets. He or she will be a highly collaborative, motivated and customer-focused individual with excellent communication skills. The ideal candidate will want to be part of a dynamic leadership team, is willing to take risks, and be energized to change. Previous experience demonstrating successful collaborations with school and community partners is highly desirable.

The Supervising Librarian position is in the Library division of the Department of Library and Community Services (LCS). LCS encourages the growth and development of a strong community by providing life-long learning opportunities, safe and welcoming spaces for community engagement and life skills support for persons of all ages and abilities. This position works at least one night per week and a weekend rotation.

Additionally, the City of Sunnyvale:

•             contributes 4% of the 7% employee contribution to CalPERS for classic members;

•             contributes 2% of an employee's gross pay to a deferred compensation plan, and

•             provides fully employer paid medical, dental, and vision benefits.

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package. A complete application consists of a City application and supplemental questionnaire. The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following way: A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Library and Information Science or related field; AND Four years of professional public library experience which includes some lead or supervisory responsibilities. The final filing date is November 4, 2019 at 5:00 pm. For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: https://sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on City Jobs.

Salary:    $105,516.00 - $127,240.00 Annually

THE CITY

The City of American Canyon is seeking an entry-level Maintenance Worker to perform a variety of maintenance and construction duties and operate public works/parks equipment. Initial hires and assignments are made to either the parks, streets/storm drainage, or water distribution/wastewater collection sections, although Maintenance Workers may be reassigned to any of the sections at any time for business or career development reasons.  Maintenance Worker I’s may advance to the Maintenance Worker II level with a salary range of $4,534 -$5,510 per month, after a minimum of two years of successful service and upon the recommendation of the supervisor.

The City of Campbell announces an employment opportunity for:

Property/Evidence Specialist 

Open Date: Monday, October 14, 2019 

Close Date: Friday, November 1, 2019 at 5:00 p.m.

Salary: $6,087.47 - $7,403.07 per month

Property/Evidence Specialist: Under general supervision, properly receives, maintains and disposes of property and evidence maintained by the Police Department; and does other related work as required.

Typical Duties: Receives, tracks, retains and disposes of found property, property held for safekeeping, and evidence collected in criminal investigations; monitors the status of investigations and court proceedings and interprets statutes of limitation to establish retention and release dates for evidence; coordinates the examination of evidence by the County Crime Laboratory; presents evidence for examination by District Attorney, other attorneys, and law enforcement agencies; authorizes release of property and arranges for property pick-up; safely handles and securely stores firearms; applies state and federal laws and guidelines regulating the storage and disposal of hazardous biological or environmental substances, toxic chemicals, explosives and drugs; prepares and files documents to petition for retention and destruction of property; researches various data bases to determine eligibility of individuals to receive or possess weapons; supervises the property and evidence packaging and collection room and property and evidence storage rooms; retrieves evidence and testifies in court regarding chain of custody and authenticity of evidence; may perform court liaison duties, as needed and assists in the Police Records Section, as needed.

Ability to: Greet and assist the public with courtesy and tact; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships; understand and carry out complex oral and written directions; apply accuracy, security and attention to detail in handling, storing and tracking property and evidence; assume responsibility for performing assigned duties with a minimum of supervision; hear and speak accurately and distinctly; type accurately at a rate of 40 net words per minute; learn and apply state and federal laws regarding handling and storage of chemicals and biologically hazardous materials, state laws regarding retention and release of property, evidence, firearms, and weapons taken from emotionally disturbed persons; and learn specific public safety computer software applications; move, with the assistance of a hand truck, items weighing up to 35 pounds.

Knowledge of: Correct English usage, spelling, punctuation and grammar; common word processing, e-mail, spreadsheet, and scheduling software; laws, principles and practices regarding proper retention, maintenance, and disposal of property and evidence; property storage record keeping procedures; appropriate telephone etiquette and customer service skills.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience: Equivalent to graduation from high school and two years experience in police records, police property and evidence, or closely related work.  Completion of a P.O.S.T. approved Public Records Act course is highly desirable.

Possession of:   Valid California Driver's License.

Application Process:

A completed employment application must be received by the Human Resources Division no later than Friday, November 1, 2019 at 5:00 p.m. City employment applications may be obtained by visiting the City’s website at www.cityofcampbell.com or www.calopps.org. Postmarks, emails and faxes will not be accepted. Please do not substitute “see résumé” on the employment history section of the application.

Testing Process: Applicants meeting the employment standards as stated may be invited to continue in the selection process.

Candidates being considered for appointment will be subject to a background investigation. For questions regarding this recruitment, please call City of Campbell Human Resources at 408-866-2705 or email hr@cityofcampbell.com.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The City of Pacifica is a beautiful coastal community, just south of San Francisco with an exciting opportunity. We are currently hiring a RANGER to join our team. Under direction, the Ranger performs a wide variety of duties relating to the operation of the municipal fishing pier, recreation facilities, parks, playgrounds, trails, beaches and any related work within the City’s rights of way.

At the City of Pacifica, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. To us, equal opportunity employment is not just about compliance, it’s about who you are, how you can help our City and who you want to be. At the City of Pacifica, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and residents.

BASIC EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assists and supervises the general public in its use of recreational facilities, including but not limited to parks, playgrounds, beaches, and the municipal pier
• Enforces established ordinances and regulations, mainly related to motor vehicles
• Performances maintenance and custodial duties
• Provides information to the public regarding the use of fishing piers, beaches and parks
• Provides first aid for minor accidents
• Enforces parking control ordinances with regards to meter parking and restricted parking zones
• Issues citations accordingly

The duties described in this job announcement are intended only as illustrations of the basic types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.