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The City of San Bruno is recruiting for

Building Inspector I/II

Filing Deadline:  Open Until Filled

   Building Inspector I:      $79,068 — $97,032

   Building Inspector II:      $88,704—$108,852    

The Position

The City of San Bruno Community Development Department is recruiting for a Building Inspector I/II, who will have a unique opportunity to help shape and guide the community’s future.  As the City continues to grow in population and develop within the burgeoning San Francisco Bay Area, now is an exciting time to join the San Bruno Community Development Department. Under the guidance of the Chief Building Official, the Building Inspector performs routine to complex inspections for compliance with building codes, issues corrections notices and citations, authors reports of building inspection activity, assists in administering the permitting function for commercial and residential buildings, and performs customer service for the residents of the community. The Building Inspector may also develop educational materials for the public, perform duties of a plan examiner, and represent the City at professional meetings, training sessions and other industry events.  Municipal or jurisdictional building inspection experience is highly desirable for this position.

The Department

The Community Development Department includes Planning, Building, and Code Enforcement. The Department is responsible for ensuring that new development and modifications to existing development in San Bruno are completed in compliance with City and State laws and for supporting the maintenance of safe, attractive neighborhoods and business areas through a progressive code enforcement program.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.   Possession of an AA/AS degree from an accredited college in Building Inspection or Construction Technology highly desirable, plus:

Building Inspector I:

¨ Two (2) years of experience in general construction or related fields or two (2) years of experience in municipal or jurisdictional building inspection experience, or a combination of both.

Building Inspector II:

¨ Five (5) years of experience in the capacity of Building Inspector I.

Special Requirements

Possession of and ability to maintain a valid California driver’s license.

Building Inspector I

¨ Possession of a minimum of one (1) Legacy International Conference Building Officials (ICBO) or International Code Council (ICC) Certification in Residential Building, Plumbing, Electrical or Mechanical; a combination of certificates preferred.

Building Inspector II

¨ Possession of a minimum of five (5) Legacy International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO) or International Code Council (ICC) Certifications in Building, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Combination and/or other approved certifications as determined by the Chief Building Official.

Necessary Knowledge and Skills

Applicants should possess knowledge of principles, practices and methods used in various building construction areas, including residential building, mechanical, electrical and/or plumbing; operational characteristics and use of standard equipment used in building inspection and the building trades; building and construction standards and materials; testing procedures; basic principles of mathematics; applicable federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations, including construction code manuals and specifications; standard office procedures, practices and equipment including a computer and applicable software; methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing; proper English, spelling and grammar; and occupational hazards and standard safety procedures.  Applicants should also posses the ability to work effectively with contractors, developers, architects, engineers, owners, and the general public; read and understand complicated plans and blueprints; communicate effectively orally and in writing; make sound decisions within established guidelines; implement, explain and apply applicable laws, codes and regulations; analyze complex issues, and develop and implement appropriate responses; facilitate appropriate corrective action from property owners regarding violations.

Excellent Benefits

· CalPERS retirement formula of 2.7% @ 55 for classic members and 2% @ 62 for new members

· Annual accruals of 10-23 vacation days based on years of service, 14.5 holidays and 12 sick days

· $500 personal and professional reimbursement annually

· Opportunity for bilingual incentive pay up to 2.5%

· Matching deferred compensation contribution up to 0.5% of salary on a biweekly basis

· Medical, dental and vision benefits provided with employee contribution

· Life insurance equal to one year’s annual salary provided at no cost

· Long-term disability insurance provided at no cost

· Home loan assistance program

· Section 125 Flexible Benefit Plan

· Tuition reimbursement

How to Apply

Interested candidates may apply online at www.calopps.org.  Candidates are encouraged to read the entire job announcement and job description prior to submitting an application.  After an initial screening of applications, those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications and meet the Department’s needs will be invited to participate further in the recruitment process.   

Application Deadline:  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.
 

Sonoma County Library

Announces an Employment Opportunity 

ACCOUNTANT – ROHNERT PARK HEADQUARTERS

40 HOURS PER WEEK – FULL TIME  
 

The Sonoma County Library is seeking a customer service oriented individual with solid communication, team building, and problem solving skills to serve as an Accountant in its Budget and Finance department.   
 
THE POSITION:  

Please see the attached job specifications for full details about this position. 
 
Under general supervision, this full-time, benefitted position provides excellent customer service, performs technical and professional accounting work involving the review and analysis of Library budgets, programs, systems and procedures; verifies financial data in the areas of payroll, benefits, and accounts receivable/payable; reconciles general ledger accounts; assists management in auditing, analyzing, and preparing financial and statistical reports and schedules; assists in preparing the Library’s annual budget; maintains liaison with Library departments and branches, providing them with budgetary and organization analysis; and performs related duties as required.  
 
TYPICAL DUTIES include, but are not limited to:  
 

• Assists with the preparation and monitoring of the Library annual budget, including monitoring expenditure of funds, analyzing departmental requests, reviewing expenditure patterns, determining fund balances, and projecting future revenues and expenditures.
• Prepares a wide variety of financial and statistical reports including quarterly payroll reports, state library reporting, year-end reporting, budgetary reports, special revenue fund reporting, grant reporting, and other legal documents.
• Assists with the preparation and monitoring of the special revenue fund, including monitoring expenditure of funds, analyzing fund requests, reviewing expenditures for accuracy, and reconciling fund balances.
• Prepares journal entries and reconciles general ledger and subsidiary accounts related to postings from payroll, accounts payable, cash receipts, and accounts receivable; prepares monthly financial statements, including distributing monthly revenue and expenditure reports to departments; prepares numerous monthly financial reports.
• Interprets, explains, and applies general and governmental accounting/auditing principles and procedures, laws, and regulations affecting the financial operations of municipal government.
• Collects, assembles, analyzes and interprets data relating to division operations including policies, functions, organizational structures, forms and procedures, and equipment costing; prepares narrative and statistical reports and makes recommendations in connection with these studies.
• Coordinates, trains, and provides lead direction to staff assigned to the Budget and Finance Section; may provide lead direction and work review to Human Resources Section staff.
• Prepares operating manuals, policies and procedures, and work flow charts.
• Uses a variety of standard office equipment, including a computer and various financial spreadsheet and word processing software, as well as specialized accounting software.
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  
 
Education and Experience: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business or public administration, accounting, finance, or a related field; and two (2) years of experience performing professional-level work related to accounting, budgetary analysis, general administration including budget preparation, and/or fiscal analysis.  
 
 
SALARY RANGE:   $33.06 – $41.30 per hour plus benefits 
 
CLOSING DATE:  5:00 PM, Tuesday, December 31, 2019 
 
APPLICATION PROCESS:    Please go to https://www.calopps.org/sonoma-county-library to apply.  
 
Applications must be complete and submitted by the final filing date in order to be considered. Incomplete and/or inaccurate applications may result in disqualification from the recruitment process. Resumes will not substitute for a completed application.  

The application process may contain one or more of the following steps: a supplemental application, written test(s), skills assessment(s), and/or oral examination(s).   

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATION: Sonoma County Library will make reasonable accommodations in the recruitment process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you are invited to participate in an examination or interview and have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department at (707) 545-0831 extension 1591 or dkatzung@sonomalibrary.org as soon as possible to make arrangements for your accommodation. Requesting accommodations at least 3 working/business days before the scheduled event will help to ensure availability. For further information regarding disability accommodations provided by the Library and related matters, see the Library’s website at https://sonomalibrary.org/accessibility. 

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION: Employment offers will be contingent upon a successful pre-employment verification/criminal records clearance. Having a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from employment. 
 
The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future positions as they occur during the active status of the list. 
 

The Sonoma County Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer 
  
 

OCTOBER 2015        

FLSA: NON-EXEMPT 
 

  
ACCOUNTANT

Represented

DEFINITION 
 Under general supervision, provides excellent customer service, performs technical and professional accounting work involving the review and analysis of Library budgets, programs, systems and procedures; verifies financial data in the areas of payroll, benefits, and accounts receivable/payable; reconciles general ledger accounts; assists management in auditing, analyzing, and preparing financial and statistical reports and schedules; assists in preparing the Library’s annual budget; maintains liaison with Library departments and branches, providing them with budgetary and organization analysis; and performs related duties as required.  
 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from the Division Manager, Administrative Services or other management or supervisory staff.  May provide training and lead direction to clerical or technical staff, related to technical aspects of the work.   
 

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS 
This is a journey-level class that is responsible for gathering, preparing, and analyzing data relative to budget processes, organization, and operational functions.  Incumbents perform the full range of routine and complex departmental accounting and record-keeping programs under only minimal supervision.  Responsibilities require the use of tact, discretion, and independent judgment.  Normally receives general instructions, with detailed instructions provided on complex new assignments and initiatives.  Has internal and external contact on a regular basis. Incumbents at this level work independently within established procedures and guidelines, exercising judgment and initiative.  Successful performance of the work requires thorough knowledge of governmental accounting practices and procedures, fund accounting, and fiscal management.  This class is distinguished from Division Manager, Administrative Services in that the latter is responsible for the oversight and management of the entire Administrative Services Division, made up of the Budget and Financial Services Section, Facilities Services Section, and Human Resources Section, and is responsible for policy development and regular strategic planning with the Library Director and other members of the Library management team.

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. 
 

• Assists with the preparation and monitoring of the Library annual budget, including monitoring expenditure of funds, analyzing departmental requests, reviewing expenditure patterns, determining fund balances, and projecting future revenues and expenditures.
• Collects data and performs analysis of Library programs and cost estimates presented in the annual budget for various Library departments.
• Prepares a wide variety of financial and statistical reports including quarterly payroll reports, state library reporting, year-end reporting, budgetary reports, special revenue fund reporting, grant reporting, and other legal documents.
• Monitors expenditures, revenues, and budget allocations to determine the Library's financial status and prepares custom reports, graphs, and schedules as needed.
• Provides responsible professional and technical assistance in the administration and implementation of the Library's financial, auditing, and accounting programs.
• Assists with the preparation and monitoring of the special revenue fund, including monitoring expenditure of funds, analyzing fund requests, reviewing expenditures for accuracy, and reconciling fund balances.
• Prepares journal entries and reconciles general ledger and subsidiary accounts related to postings from payroll, accounts payable, cash receipts, and accounts receivable; prepares monthly financial statements, including distributing monthly revenue and expenditure reports to departments; prepares numerous monthly financial reports.
• Interprets, explains, and applies general and governmental accounting/auditing principles and procedures, laws, and regulations affecting the financial operations of municipal government.
• Maintains and monitors the Library’s grant funds and ensures compliance with finance related rules and regulations governing the use of each grant.
• Analyzes and reconciles expenditure and revenue accounts, including grant accounts; reconciles grant statements and bank statements to the general ledger.
• Collects, assembles, analyzes and interprets data relating to division operations including policies, functions, organizational structures, forms and procedures, and equipment costing; prepares narrative and statistical reports and makes recommendations in connection with these studies.
• Coordinates, trains, and provides lead direction to staff assigned to the Budget and Finance Section; may provide lead direction and work review to Human Resources Section staff.
• Acts as purchasing agent/coordinator for Library system.
• Participates in and assumes responsibility for various departmental programs including financial statements, general ledger, monthly statements, and special accounting projects; conducts and prepares special studies and reports.
• Administers and maintains financial reporting systems software applications, assisting management staff in its use and report functions.
• Confers with division managers, managers, and others in order to secure necessary information.
• May be responsible for other division functions, including coordination of commercial insurance policies, maintenance of the fixed asset system, and preparation of audit schedules.
• May assist on special projects such as financial systems upgrades and implementations.  
• Prepares operating manuals, policies and procedures, and work flow charts.
• Uses a variety of standard office equipment, including a computer and various financial spreadsheet and word processing software, as well as specialized accounting software.
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS 
 

Knowledge of:  

• Principles and practices relating to modern budget, programs and general systems management.
• Terminology and practices of financial and account document processing and record-keeping.
• General principles and practices of data processing and its applicability to accounting and municipal operations.
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to municipal financial operations.
• Principles and practices of business organization and public administration.
• Record keeping principles and procedures.
• Research methodology, report writing, and basic statistics and their application.
• Business arithmetic and financial and statistical techniques.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and computer applications related to work, including word processing and spreadsheet software.
• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and Library staff. 

 Ability to:  

• Collect and analyze information related to budget, administration and general management.
• Interpret and apply rules, regulations, and ordinances to ensure compliance with federal, state and local agencies.
• Analyze financial data and draw sound conclusions.
• Prepare clear, complete, and concise financial statements and reports.
• Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Make accurate arithmetic, financial, and statistical computations.
• Enter and retrieve data from a computer with sufficient speed and accuracy.
• Interpret, apply, and explain the Library’s policies and procedures.
• Maintain a variety of filing, record-keeping, and tracking systems related to budget management.
• Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
• Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. 

 Education and Experience:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: 
 
Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business or public administration, accounting, finance, or a related field; and two (2) years of experience performing professional-level work related to accounting, budgetary analysis, general administration including budget preparation, and/or fiscal analysis.  
 

Licenses and Certifications:  
None. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 
 Must possess mobility to work in a standard office and library setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person, and over the telephone.  This classification primarily works indoors and requires movement between work areas.  Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve materials and data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.  Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information.  Positions in this classification occasionally lift and carry reports, records, and materials that typically weigh less than twenty-five (25) pounds.

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS 
Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. 

WORKING CONDITIONS 
No unique or unusual working conditions apply to this position. 

Facilities Repair Worker

Paraprofessional Temp

$20.00 per hour

Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)/No Benefits

(Maximum hours worked per year not to exceed 1,000 hours)

LAST DAY TO APPLY:  Open Until Filled – Applications reviewed on a weekly basis

THE POSITION:

The City of San Rafael is hiring for the temporary position of Facilities Repair Worker in the Public Works Department.  This is a full-time temporary position working 37.5 hours per week under general supervision.  Duties include, but are not limited to: performs carpentry, plumbing, interior remodeling, painting, and a variety of other work in the maintenance and repair of City buildings, structures and facilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Ability to use and operate basic hand and power tools.  Ability to make basic arithmetical calculations.  Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions with a minimum of supervision as well as communicate and work cooperatively with others.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:                       

Graduation from high school or equivalent.  Must have excellent reading and communication skills; prior experience in the construction trades is desirable but not required.  Must be capable of heavy manual labor, including the ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. and frequently lift and/or move up to 100 lbs. Must be able to show proof of eligibility to work.  Must possess a valid California driver’s license.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

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.  To file an application online, go to:  www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “City of San Rafael”. 

Please follow this link to apply: 

SELECTION PROCESS:

Qualified applicants will be interviewed by the hiring department and the most qualified applicants will be subject to a reference check. 

The City of San Jose is recruiting for a part-time School Crossing Guards in the Police Department during the normal school year.  Work involves providing for the safe conduct of elementary and junior high school children across heavily traveled streets and reporting problems requiring possible police action. Positions may involve substituting at different corners or a regular location assignment.  IN GENERAL, THESE ASSIGNMENTS ARE A SPLIT SHIFT WITH APPROXIMATELY 10 HOURS PER WEEK.  School Crossing Guards are required to work outside regardless of weather conditions and must be able to provide a uniform as specified by the Police Department.   Work includes outside duties and exposure to weather.  Work may include the physical ability to sit, stand, walk quickly, step up/down from the curb, reach, push and/or pull, twist and or rotate, bend, lift and carry up to 10 pounds, use hands hold and use a stop sign the entire shift, use other hand to stop traffic and use a whistle at the same. 

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.  For more information about Police department, School Safety unit, visit http://www.sjpd.org/BFO/Community/SchoolSafety/.

Applications will be available on a continuous basis until our current vacancies are filled.  To facilitate filling these positions, interviews will be conducted whenever sufficient qualified applications are received. 

EFFECTIVE 7/1/2018 THE RATE OF PAY PER HOUR IS $22.98 - LIVING WAGE INCREASE

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 communicate effectively in English both verbally and writing 

*Ability and willingness to work in all-weather situations 

*Experience working with children 

*Knowledge of traffic laws of California and City of San Jose 

*Knowledge of traffic control techniques and procedures 

*Ability to recognize traffic hazardous 

*Ability to have access to motor vehicle on a daily basis 

*Able to read city maps 

*Automobile insurance coverage of at least $35,000 ($15,000-$30,000 bodily injury,   $5,000 property damage.)  

*Be able to work morning and afternoon shifts every school day during school start and end times 

*Ability to give and follow oral instruction 

*Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with children, parents, school officials and law enforcement 

*Ability to remain calm and use judgment and initiative in an emergency situation 

*Customer Service - Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently in a timely, accurate, respectful and friendly manner. 

*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.

*Reliability- Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate

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

*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. 
 

The City of Redwood City is looking for energetic people interested in working approximately 5 -15 hours per week, Monday-Sunday, varying hours, performing children’s reference services, planning and presenting storytimes, organizing and conducting library programs, assisting with homework, shelving library materials, and supervising and monitoring youth customers in the main library or library branches.  

Please click on the PDF link below to review the complete job announcement.

San Mateo Public Library

Employment Opportunity

 Immediate Opening for a Child Care Provider

Close Date: Open until filled or upon receipt of the first 50 applications, whichever occurs first.    

Project Read – San Mateo is seeking child care assistance during English tutoring classes.

Position:          Recreation Specialist II / Library

Salary:             $15.48 per hour.

Job Type:         Part time – no benefits

Hours:              Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m., some evenings & weekends.    

Daily responsibilities may include:

• Engage with children in play activities such as games, puzzles, reading books, coloring (all toys and equipment provided by program). 
• Notify parents when children need to use the bathroom or diapers need to be changed; or take children to the bathroom during library programs.   
• Help set up room.
• Help maintain the cleanliness of toys and rooms.
• Put away toys and supplies at end of session.   
• Help clean up after Library programs.

Desired Qualifications: 

• Prior experience caring for young children. 
• Good communication skills with a wide variety of people.
• Ability to speak Spanish, bilingual – Spanish & English – preferred.
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Good judgment and safety skills. 
• Punctuality, reliability and trustworthiness.
• Pass Live Scan fingerprint background check.

ADA Special Requirement:  Essential duties require the following physical abilities and work environment:  ability to work in a standard classroom / library environment; ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, squat, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, reach, twist and lift 40 pounds and push/pull 200 pounds.

Close Date: Open until filled or upon receipt of the first 50 applications, whichever occurs first.                   

To Apply:  Submit an official City of San Mateo employment application to:

Project Read, San Mateo Public Library

55 West Third Avenue, San Mateo, CA  94402

or

Submit an online application and resumé at www.calopps.org.

Resumes may be submitted but must accompany the official City of San Mateo employment application. Upon review of applications, candidates who appear to be the best qualified will be invited for an interview.

Employment application forms may be printed from the City of San Mateo website at:  www.cityofsanmateo.org, under Human Resources.

For Additional Information:  Contact Donya Sultani, Literacy Program Coordinator at 650-522-7845 or email at: sultani@cityofsanmateo.org.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

www.smplibrary.org

The City of Redwood City’s Library Department is looking for energetic people interested in working with teens to organize and conduct educational and recreational activities, assist with homework, provide educational support, provide information regarding library materials, helping the teens with computer usage and questions, and build cooperative, supportive and trusting relationships with the youth visiting the Teen Center. The Library Teen Center Educational & Recreation Specialist will also support the Project READ program, which is committed to the literacy needs of our community by providing student-centered tutoring lessons that focus on reading, writing and critical thinking skills.

Please click on the PDF link below to review the complete job announcement.

The City of Salinas, Library and Community Services Department is accepting applications for Library Page to accommodate a schedule of seven (7) days a week. These are temporary assignments with varied schedules that may work at any of the three libraries: John Steinbeck, Cesar Chavez and El Gabilan or at our temporary location inside of the Salinas Northridge Mall. Temporary employees may not exceed a maximum of 25 work hours per week and 1,000 work hours per fiscal year (fiscal year runs from July 1 – June 30).

DEFINITION: Under direct supervision, perform a variety of duties including book check-in, shelving and delivery tasks in the Library and Community Services Department.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Receive direct supervision from higher-level library personnel.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION: Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

Shelve library materials in their proper locations and shelf read. Deliver and/or pick-up materials from libraries and other city locations using city delivery van as needed.  Drive Bookmobile occasionally.  Check-in library materials.  Empty book returns/bins.  Maintain shelves accurately and in a neat appearance; straighten and rearrange shelves when necessary.  Inform supervisor of materials which are damaged or beyond repair.  Process library materials, e.g. covering, cleaning, casing/re-casing materials, etc.  Assist in maintaining a neat appearance of the library; clean tables, circulation desk counter top and terminals.  Assist with set up and clean up for events and programs. Unpack deliveries.  Place library materials in the proper location for shelving.  Perform opening and closing duties.  Replenish public use supplies.  Promote and maintain safety in the workplace.  Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of: The alphabet, Dewey Decimal System and other systems used in filing library materials. Ability to:  Follow oral and written instructions.  Spell and file correctly.  Establish and maintain effective relationships with others.  Deal courteously and tactfully with the public.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL CHARACTERISTICS:  Physical, mental and emotional stamina to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position; manual dexterity sufficient to write, use telephone, business machines and related equipment; vision sufficient to read printed materials and distinguish colors; hearing sufficient to conduct in person and telephone conversations; speaking ability in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in a normal conversational distance, on the telephone and in addressing groups; physical agility to push/pull, squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop, climb and reach overhead; physical mobility sufficient to move about the work environment, physical strength to lift up to 25 lbs; may occasionally lift up to 40 pounds of books; physical stamina sufficient to sit for prolonged periods of time; mental acuity to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, make valid judgments and decisions.

WORKING CONDITIONS:  Business office working environment subject to sitting at a desk or standing for long periods of time, bending, crouching, or kneeling at files and shelving units; pushing/pulling of book carts and supplies, lifting and transferring books from bins to carts and to shelves; reaching in all directions and occasional periods of time working at a computer terminal.

License or Certificate:  Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.

Education and Experience:  An example of the education and experience which most likely demonstrates the skills, knowledge and abilities required to perform the duties would be any combination equivalent to high school course work.

SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants’ qualifications will be evaluated based on the information provided on the employment application.  The exam process may consist of an oral interview and written exercise.  The City reserves the right to use alternate testing procedures if deemed necessary. CITY COMMUNICATION REGARDING THE SELECTION PROCESS WILL BE VIA E-MAIL. PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU HAVE ACCESS TO THE E-MAIL ON YOUR APPLICATION.  Finalist interview/assessment will be held with the City of Salinas.  

The City of Salinas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, or any other non-merit factor.  The City of Salinas makes reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability.  Individuals requiring any accommodation in order to participate in the testing process must inform the Human Resources Officer in writing no later than the final filing date stated in this job announcement.  Requests for accommodation should include an explanation of the type and extent of accommodations needed to participate in the selection process and/or to perform the duties of the job for which they have applied. 5/21/19 ma. EEO Utilization Report is available for candidate review upon request.

Date Posted:           May 6, 2019

Classification:          PARAEDUCATOR, SPECIAL EDUCATION (SUBSTITUTE)
                                  Continuous recruitment

Work Schedule:       Monday – Friday; 5 hours - 6.5 hours per day; 10 months per year;
                                   ON-CALL, AS NEEDED BASIS

Salary Range:          $20.48 hourly wage

Current Vacancy:     Various locations in San Mateo County; Various student ages and disability levels

Application Deadline:          Continuous recruitment

Job Summary:         This is a substitute position; (ON CALL, AS NEEDED BASIS)

Under the direction of an assigned certificated teacher, assist in caring for and reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of special education students in a classroom or other learning environment; assist students with performing daily living, special health care activities, and academics.

Essential Job Functions:              

• Assist in caring for and reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of special education students in a classroom or other learning environment; monitor/oversee student drills, practices and assignments in various subjects; confer with the teacher concerning lesson plans and materials, and provide input and suggestions to meet student needs
• Observe and control behavior of students in the classroom according to established policies and procedures; monitor students during outdoor, eating, field trip and various other activities as assigned; monitor and report progress regarding student performance and behavior
• Assist students with performing and developing independent living and self-help skills; assist students with personal hygiene including dressing, washing and grooming; assist students with eating and activities; toilet students and change diapers and soiled clothing as needed
• Escort students to and from buses, classes and other locations; push student wheelchairs; lift students in and out of wheelchairs and other equipment; load and unload students on and off of buses; accompany and assist students in mainstreamed classes and take notes as required
• Assist students with physical therapy, positioning, developing motor skills and related exercises as required; utilize adaptive equipment; assist students with developing independent walking and mobility skills; interact with and assist students during play, exercise and recreation
• Assist with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEP’s) and related goals and objectives; assist students with meeting IEP goals and objectives; maintain various records and files related to students, IEP’s, attendance, health care activities, and assigned duties
• Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and procedures; maintain classroom and other areas in a safe, orderly and clean manner; wipe down and disinfect classroom equipment
• Provide medical assistance and health care to special education students as assigned; administer first aid and CPR according to established procedures as needed; assist students with tube feeding, seizures and other health care activities; dispense medications according to prescribed instructions
• Read books to students and observe their reading abilities; assist students with letter and word pronunciation and recognition; assist students with spelling and writing exercises and assignments

Qualifications:  Any combination of education and experience providing the job knowledge, skills, and ability for successful job performance will be considered for positions in this classification.  Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

EDUCATION:      Equivalent to completion of 12th grade; additional training in education, special education, or a related field is desirable

EXPERIENCE:      Minimum one (1) year of experience working in an organized educational setting; Experience working with special education students is strongly desired

Specialized Skills and Knowledge:

• Knowledge of methods, techniques, procedures, and practices utilized in the care of severely disabled children of all ages
• Knowledge of problems and concerns of students with special needs
• Knowledge of safe practices and procedures in classroom activities, and appropriate student conduct
• Knowledge of basic subjects taught in County Office schools including arithmetic, reading, writing, grammar and spelling
• Ability to assist children with developing and performing social, independent living, communicative, self-help and learning skills and activities
• Ability to provide medical assistance and health care to special education students as assigned
• Ability to demonstrate an understanding, and receptive attitude towards children with disabilities
• Ability to assist a certificated teacher in caring for and reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of special education students in a classroom or other learning environment
• Ability to monitor, observe and report student behavior and progress

Physical Requirements:  Applicants must possess the physical abilities outlined below with or without accommodation.  San Mateo County Office of Education will consider reasonable accommodation requests.

• Lifting and carrying students; pushing children in wheelchairs as assigned by the position
• Mobility to chase and restrain students as necessary
• Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to assist students
• Seeing to read a variety of materials and monitor student activities
• Hearing and speaking to monitor student activities and to exchange information
• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time

Examination Process:  The examination process for this classification will consist of:

     1.  A review of application materials, including supplemental questionnaire, education, training, experience, and accuracy and quality of application

2. A Basic Skills Proficiency test covering student situations, reading, writing, and arithmetic
3. A brief oral evaluation interview
4. Reference check

Personnel Commission

101 Twin Dolphin Drive

Redwood City, CA  94065

650-802-5300

classifiedjobs@smcoe.org

Proof of citizenship or legal status will be required upon offer of employment.

San Mateo County Office of Education provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons.  The recruitment, testing, and hiring of all personnel will be without regard to race, ancestry, national origin, age, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marriage status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, or veteran status.