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The City of Berkeley is seeking a Housing Development Specialist (Community Development Project Coordinator)! In this role you will have the opportunity to be part of the team responsible for implementing the City’s Housing Trust Fund and Small Sites Programs. This position will work on renovations and new construction projects, the latter of which will include developments at the North Berkeley and Ashby BART sites. You'll work closely with nonprofit developers to underwrite project proposals, recommend funding, negotiate loan and regulatory agreements, and monitor project progress. You will also provide technical assistance and capacity building support to smaller, emerging developers.

As a contributing member of Housing and Community Services Division (HCS) and the Health, Housing and Community Services Department (HHCS), this position is part of a team that is dedicated to enhancing community life and supporting housing, health, and wellness for all. The HCS Division is committed to a collaborative and positive work environment where team members have opportunities to for professional growth while working on innovative projects that will increase local access to affordable housing.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is:
Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college with major coursework in business, planning, or public administration or a closely related field and four (4) years of professional project management experience in community development, such as housing, economic development, public works, or planning. Lead and/or supervisory experience is desirable.

A master's degree in a related program is desirable and can be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience.

Must be able to attend evening meetings. A valid California driver's license is desirable.

 

APPLICATION PROCESS
For first consideration, please apply by March 11, 2024.

Applications are being accepted for the position of Deputy City Clerk with the City of South San Francisco. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  OPEN UNTIL FILLED, HOWEVER, CANDIDATES SHOULD APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE AS THERE WILL BE A FIRST REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS ON FRIDAY, MARCH 8, 2024. 

Why work for the City of South San Francisco?

This position provides an excellent opportunity to apply your passion for producing quality work, with high attention to detail, to support critical municipal operations. Working alongside city staff, with advanced document management skills, you will develop the role into a career, knowing your job makes a difference in the community. The City of South San Francisco enjoys a high quality of life with an extensive public parks system, active library and learning programming, and a dynamic, engaged community making it a great place to live, learn, work, and play.

The Department: 

The City Clerk’s Office administrates democratic processes such as elections, access to records, and all legislative actions, ensuring transparency to the public. The City Clerk’s Office is responsible for acting as a compliance officer for federal, state, and local statutes including the Political Reform Act, the Brown Act, and the Public Records Act.

The Position:

Under general direction, the Deputy City Clerk is responsible for providing back-up support to the City Clerk and Assistant City Clerk.  This includes but is not limited to records management, public records requests, attendance at Council and/or Standing Committee meetings, preparing and editing minutes, and assisting with special projects. May be responsible for noticing, advertising, and calendaring public hearings.

The position is an exciting and rewarding career opportunity for a candidate with a broad vision and proven track record of implementing best practices in a Municipal Clerk’s Office and promoting public trust in local government, good government, and transparency.

LARPD is seeking a summer intern to support the Summer Youth Volunteer Program.  Applicants should have the equivalent of one year of college credits completed toward a degree.  Candidates interested in learning about recreation, volunteer management, and community services will be given preference.  Interested candidates should complete an application online. The intern will be responsible for key deliverables while learning about special districts and the Livermore community.  

 

• Why do you want to work at LARPD?  

• What is your current future career interest?  

Resumes are encouraged but not required.  

 

Community Outreach: Summer Youth Volunteers Project Plan 

The Community Outreach team is seeking a summer intern for a 10–12-week assignment.  The goal of the internship is to gain valuable experience managing high school aged volunteers that will support a variety of summer camps and programs throughout the district.  

 

Key duties 

• Be primary point of contact for Summer Youth Volunteers. 

• Assist with volunteer orientation and ongoing training sessions throughout the summer. 

• Oversee volunteer schedule. 

• Track volunteer hours logging. 

• Create program completion documents. 

• Assist with planning end of summer recognition event. 

 

Key deliverables will be: 

• Maintain volunteer hour tracking and create end of summer recap report. 

• Complete summer training and check-in reports. 

• Create and distribute volunteer completion certification with hours totals for all summer volunteers. 

• Report any concerns from staff and volunteers or development opportunities for volunteers through regular check-ins. 

 

What learning will occur for the intern? 

• Experience managing volunteers. 

• Learn how summer programs work/run in a special district.  

• Gain familiarity with volunteer management software. 

• Graphic design creating infographics and end-of-summer reports. 

• Communication opportunities both with program staff and volunteers. 

 

Timing 

June-August 9th.  Interns may start and end later but need to be present for the core Sessions slated for the entire month of June, July and through August 9th.  

 

Work hours will be Monday – Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, 40 hours per week during the 12 weeks of employment.  The pay rate will be $20 per hour.  All interns will be required to successfully complete a Department of Justice fingerprint clearance and undergo a TB test as a condition of employment.  

 

 

Reasonable accommodation: 

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the selection process.  Request for reasonable accommodation during the selection process may be made by contacting the Human Resources Office before the final filing date. 

LARPD is an Equal Opportunity/ADA Employer and values diversity at all levels of the organization. 

  

 

 

LARPD is seeking summer interns to support summer camps within the Community Services Department.  Applicants should have the equivalent of one year of college credits completed toward a degree.  Preference will be given to candidates who have some experience working with youth ages 5-12 with special needs.  Interested candidates should complete an application online.  The intern will be responsible for key deliverables while learning about special districts and the Livermore community.

 

• Why do you want to work at LARPD?
• What is your current future career interest?

Resumes are encouraged but not required.

 

Community Services Intern Project Plan

The Community Services team is seeking a summer intern for a 7-10-week assignment.  The goal of the internship is to allow a student to gain hands-on experience working alongside experienced youth development and recreation staff and assisting in promoting a safe, healthy environment within the camp setting by providing emotional support to the participants. 

 

Key duties

• Provides guidance, support, and assistance to staff throughout the week, which includes managing camper behavior issues, stress, and personal care needs
• Process critical incidents with supervisory staff.
• Participate in the intern group project.
• Provide support and be a role model to all participants.

 

Key deliverables will be:

• A training plan for camp staff to better understand best practices in working with children with special needs.
• Protocols to be followed when a situation arises with a child and what steps to take
• A template to be used for a behavior plan to include goals and actions. 

 

What learning will occur for the intern?

• Working in a recreation setting for a special district
• Being part of a strong staff team
• The creation of action plans to be used in a camp setting
• Communication with staff, participants, and parents

 

Timing

June- August 9th.  Interns may start and end later but need to be present for the core Sessions slated for the entire month of June, July, and through August 9th.

 

Work hours will be Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 2:30 pm, 30 hours per week during the ten weeks of employment.  The pay rate will be $20 per hour.  All interns will be required to successfully complete a Department of Justice fingerprint clearance and undergo a TB test as a condition of employment.

 

 

Reasonable accommodation:

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the selection process.  Request for reasonable accommodation during the selection process may be made by contacting the Human Resources Office prior to the final filing date.

LARPD is an Equal Opportunity/ADA Employer and values diversity at all levels of the organization.

 

Join our team!

 

We are seeking self-motivated and community-oriented individuals interested in learning a new career to join our fast-paced Police department as 9-1-1 Dispatcher Trainees. Our Dispatchers provide an essential and impactful service to our community and find reward in helping those in need. 

 

**Paid training provided!**

We provide the training and tools necessary for you to learn to respond to emergency and non-emergency calls including dispatching police officers to calls for services and operate a variety of communication equipment such as radios, telephones, and computer systems.

Working shifts for this position consist of a 10-hour days/4 days a week (varied) work schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays. Schedules rotate every four months and may change to 12-hour days/3 days a week when needed.

Trainee's earn $51,485.00/year ($24.75/hour) plus excellent benefits!

 

**Opportunity for Growth Built-in!**

 

Upon successful completion of Police Dispatcher Trainee, promotion to Police Dispatcher and salary increase to $58,190.00/year ($27.97/hour),​​​​​​ with raises up to $74,253/year ($35.69/hour), plus additional night shift pay, and amazing benefits!

 

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:  Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Additional specialized training in communications or a related field is desirable. 

Experience: Some emergency or non-emergency dispatch experience is desirable. 

License/Certificates: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Terminal Operator Certificate within one year of employment. 

Special Requirements: Must be 21 years of age as of the date of hire; a United States citizen or meet citizenship requirements; and be of good moral character with no felony convictions.

Recruitment Process:

1. Computerized test - Pass or Fail.*
2. Oral Interview.
3. A thorough background investigation, which includes a medical, psychological, polygraph, and drug/alcohol screening. 

*Computerized Testing Process

1. Testing is conducted by National Testing Network (NTN). NTN will provide the City with your test results so that we may invite you to the next steps in the Recruitment Process.
2. To register and schedule a test, go to www.nationaltestingnetwork.com, select ‘Find Jobs’, then select Emergency Communications Jobs, and sign up for the Simi Valley Police Department.

When you visit the www.nationaltestingnetwork.com website, complete the NTN registration process and schedule your test and review detailed information about the testing process and Frequently Asked Questions. Testing can be done virtually or in-person at a facility. 

A fee is required to take the written exam. Candidates with demonstrated financial hardship may submit a request to have the fee waived prior to test registration. See Candidate FAQ #26 at https://www.nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs/faqs.cfm for more information.

The San Francisco Health Service System

Established in 1937 as the employee benefits administrator for municipal employees, the San Francisco Health Service System (SFHSS) executes all phases of non-pension health benefits administration including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts (FSA), and a wide array of voluntary benefits for the employees, retirees, and covered dependents of the City and County of San Francisco, San Francisco Unified School District, City College of San Francisco, and Superior Court of San Francisco. SFHSS is dedicated to ensuring equitable, sustainable, and quality benefits that enhance the whole-person health and well-being of our members and their families throughout their lifecycles. We lead with equity to support our membership in accessing the care they need when they need it, regardless of personal characteristics such as gender, ethnicity, geographic location, and socioeconomic status. We also strive to engage members in personalized care that centers disease prevention and equitable services for optimal health. Learn more about our department and strategic plan at https://sfhss.org/.

 

((4/26/2024) This announcement has been republished to expand the applicant pool. Previous applicants do not need to reapply.

This is a Position Based Test conducted in accordance with Civil Service Commission Rule 111A. 

Specific information regarding this recruitment process are listed below:

• Application Opening: Thursday, January 4, 2024
• Application Deadline: May close at any time after Friday, May 24, 2024 - Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.
• Recruitment ID: PBT-2595-132340

Role description

Under direction, the 2595 Senior EAP Counselor provides direction and supervision to counselors providing organizational wellness services and engaged in direct client counseling; provides clinical assessments, short-term counseling, and referral of City and County employees experiencing difficulties related to personal or work-related problems; conducts seminars, trainings, and consultations on issues related to personal and organizational wellness; prepares records and reports; and performs related duties as required.

Typical duties include, but are not limited to:

1. Participates in the selection of, trains and evaluates a team of journey level counselors.
2. Provides clinical assessment, short-term counseling, and referral of City and County employees experiencing difficulties related to personal or work-related problems, such as stress, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, emotional concerns or relationship issues; provides counseling to family members and significant others as appropriate.
3. Educates employees, managers, supervisors, and union personnel regarding employee assistance program service offerings, how to access services, early identification of personal and workplace problems, and referrals to the program; directs the development of programs, resources, and EAP initiatives.
4. Provides consultation to managers, supervisors, union personnel, human resources professionals, clinical specialists, and family members regarding specific issues of individual employees in conformance with program and confidentiality policies; recommends specific methods or techniques for resolving performance problems, including appropriate managerial and supervisory interventions.
5. Directs development of, creates, and facilitates seminars and trainings for employees and management on personal, interpersonal and organizational issues such as the effective management of stress, anger and emotions, workplace negativity and dealing with difficult people.
6. Provides crisis intervention, trauma response, and mediation/conflict resolution services as necessary.
7. Leads evaluation efforts to determine the effectiveness of the overall program and specific services provided and prepares the reports.

The Construction Services Manager will directly perform a variety of new construction, skilled building and grounds repair and restoration work, supervises construction crews of staff, and manages the work of licensed contractors. The Construction Services Manager is responsible for the management and completion of repair and improvement projects at a variety of park facilities and locations.

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This is skills-based physical labor work, in all weather conditions, for a person at an intermediate level. The work performed will support MRCA’s operation of nature parks within greater Los Angeles and other MRCA efforts related to public access, open space conservation, habitat restoration, and urban park development.

Supervision

The position reports to the Division Chief. Assorted tasks may be supervised by the Deputy Executive Officer. The position supervises 6-12 other staff.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Schedule and prioritize construction projects.

• Inspect and evaluate projects in the field, troubleshoot problems as needed. 

• Follow verbal and written directions.

• Assist in the design and estimating of construction projects.

• Implement safety protocols for construction tools and equipment.

• Identify and scope improvement and repair projects for park facilities.

• Maintain construction project status reports and updates to Division Chief.

• Coordinate with planning staff to assure compliance with plans and specifications.

• Coordinate with Site Managers to monitor projects and improvements. Provide input and guidance on long-term management plans for existing and new facilities.

• Comply with all Agency standards and requirements per Employee Handbook.

• Assist with preparation of bid documents and the competitive bid process. Review bid submissions and make recommendations to project managers.

• Participate in agency emergency response.

• Maintain good habits of answering and responding to incoming telephone calls and emails, and when communicating and providing customer service to citizens who seek assistance.

• Maintain positive relationships with coworkers and the public at large.

• Perform related duties as required.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to lift and carry items weighing up to 60 pounds for a distance up to 50 feet both indoors and outdoors;  frequently operate heavy equipment, hand tools, light equipment and power tools; constantly work in outdoor weather conditions; frequently move about work sites; communicate and exchange information; observe and document site conditions; transport equipment and tools between vehicles and work sites on a daily basis; and occasionally ascend/descend a ladder to access areas of work.

Required Hours and Location

Monday through Friday, 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week.  Some evening and weekend overtime with prior approval by supervisor is expected. The position will work out of the Los Angeles River Center and Gardens and will be required to travel to various other locations. Offices at the River Center are spread among multiple buildings and floors.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Five (5) years of experience in construction-related projects.

Training and Certification

• Must have a valid California driver’s license in good standing with a satisfactory driving record at the time of hire.
• Basic First Aid and CPR certification (or ability to complete within 6 months).
• Forklift Operator / heavy equipment certification (or ability to complete within 6 months).
• Trade certifications.

Knowledge of:

• Safe working practices, Cal-OSHA requirements.
• California Building Code and ADA.
• General construction practices.
• California regulations for the construction industry and contractors, including Labor Code.
• Proper tool care and storage.
• Basic proficiency in email and Office 365, or ability to learn.
• Bilingual skills in English and Spanish is highly desired.

Ability to:

• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• Work independently and to supervise and direct construction crews.
• Consistently follow procedures and submit required reports and paperwork.
• Maintain project deadlines per given schedules.
• Prioritize varying tasks and projects.
• Understand operation and safety of heavy equipment and power tools.
• Work in all weather conditions. Perform demanding labor on multiple consecutive days outdoors in hot weather.
• Revise work approach to address changed conditions.
• Complete projects and follow oral and written directions.
• Learn technical material.
• Work independently and with others.
• Read maps and navigate through greater Los Angeles in both urban developed and undeveloped open space areas.

Competencies:

• Effective oral and written English language skills. Not required to be a native English speaker, but fluency in English will be required.
• Maintain professionalism in all interactions within the Agency and vendors.
• Follow safety procedures and utilize/wear protective equipment as needed.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relations with those contacted in the course of work including the general public.

This job announcement is not intended to, and does not, create an employment contract of any kind and does not create any express or implied contractual obligations. Employment at MRCA is at-will without exception. The employee and MRCA may terminate employment at any time with or without advance notice and with or without cause.

Any provision contained in this job announcement may be modified or revoked at any time without notice.

Senior Management Analyst II

Advanced Professional Temp

Police Department

Full-Time/Fixed-Term/ Exempt

$9,550 - $11,609 per month

(Salary dependent upon experience/qualifications)

Plus excellent benefits

 

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Apply by Thursday, February 29, 2024, for first consideration

 

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 City of San Rafael Police Department is seeking to fill the full-time exempt position of Senior Management Analyst II (Advanced Professional Temp). This is a three (3) year fixed-term position, with the potential to be extended dependent on available funding and job performance.  This is an “at will” position with benefits available.  Employment may be terminated with or without cause or notice, at any time by the City of San Rafael. 

 The Senior Management Analyst (Advanced Professional Temp) will support the work of the newly formed Police Advisory and Accountability Committee (PAAC).  

This position performs the following essential job duties (including but not limited to):

• Manages community concerns of the PAAC.
• Supports the public meeting process including coordinating agenda items for public meetings, memorializing meeting minutes and any actions taken by the PAAC.
• Supports the PAAC Chair in the facilitation of the meeting process for this new committee. 
• Analyze, research, and prepare reports based on data analysis.
• Assess and examine public safety best practices.
• Provides administrative support between meetings and in preparation for public meetings.
• Performs related duties as required.

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

• Principles and practices of local government and public administration.
• Methods of research, program analysis, and report preparation.
• State legislative procedures.
• Communication strategies.
• Public relations and relationship building.
• Computer skills including graphics software.
• Parliamentary procedures and knowledge of the Brown Act is preferred. 

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

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Work cooperatively with management, staff, and the public.
• Evaluate program policy and practice.
• Compile, organize and analyze complex statistical data.
• Prepare clear and concise analytical and financial reports.
• Prioritize and meet multiple, frequently changing deadlines.
• Work independently and collaboratively to resolve issues and reach consensus.
• Interpret, apply and communicate policies, procedures and regulations.
• Make oral presentations.

Other Requirements: 

• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities.  A typical way to obtain these would be:

• Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in public administration, business administration or a related field.
• A master’s degree in public administration, public policy, or business administration is highly desirable.

Senior Management Analyst II/Advanced Professional Temp: (in addition to the requirements for the Senior Management Analyst I, this level requires):

• Five years or more of experience performing increasingly complex, professional analytical work with a high degree of autonomy.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

• Possession of a valid driver’s license

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.  The employee frequently is

required to use hands to finger coordination, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.  The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be

made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to video display and regularly works in inside

environmental conditions.  The employee frequently works in evenings or weekends.  The employee occasionally works with use of personal vehicle.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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.  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%.  Note:  Prior to appointment, the candidate must pass a pre-employment physical, background check/fingerprinting, and driving record.  To file an application, go to:  www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “San Rafael”.  Follow this link to submit your application:  https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-20465763.  

 

For more information about the City of San Rafael, please visit www.cityofsanrafael.org. 

 

Reasonable Accommodation:  The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations in the exam process to accommodate disabled applicants.  If you have a disability for which you require accommodation, please contact us at (415) 485-3474 before the test date.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.  Such accommodation must be requested by the applicant.