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About the Engineering Group Manager - Facility
 
The Engineering Group Manager – Facility position reports to the Deputy Director for Transit and Facility Engineering, and manages a diverse, talented team of seasoned staff. This team is well-versed in the delivery of capital projects in the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority operation and maintenance responsibility. This position is responsible for directing and leading collaboration on master planning, design development (including technical analysis in support of preliminary engineering and final design), construction management and close out, overall program/project management (including scopes, costs, schedules and quality of work), management of staff resources (both VTA and consultant), and coordination with project stakeholders within VTA and the community.

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Do you want to work with an amazing team of dedicated professionals who work every day to enhance the quality of life for the residents of San Carlos by providing recreational opportunities for all?  Come join our Parks and Recreation Department team as a Special Events Recreation Coordinator, make a difference in the community and have fun while doing it!

The Special Events division is responsible for planning, organizing, directing and implementing recreation programs and community events, requiring extensive face-to-face interaction with the public.

As our next Recreation Coordinator in the Special Events division, you will have the opportunity to be responsible for the following objectives:

• Develop plans for the delivery of recreation programs and community events to the public in accordance with the objectives set by the Recreation Supervisor or the Parks and Recreation Director. 
• Understand recreation program and community event objectives set by the Recreation Supervisor or the Parks and Recreation Director and consistently translate these objectives into meaningful service activities.
• Exhibit effective leadership and instruction skills in recreation programs and community events for which he/she/they are responsible. Effectively communicate these skills and techniques to participants and staff members.
• Maintain, enhance and provide content for social media pages on Facebook, Instagram, Nextdoor, City website and other social media channels, in partnership with City Communications Coordinator.

• Plan logistics for community events, including communicating with committee staff members, community volunteers, vendors, artists and performers; ordering and organizing supplies and attending planning meetings and discussions.
• Implement Community Events including greeting the public and answering questions; helping with set-up and clean-up; and supporting vendors, partners, volunteers, artists and performers by addressing equipment, technical, and other needs.
• Perform a wide variety of tasks such as writing program descriptions, proofreading/editing marketing content, taking photos or selecting imagery to be used in marketing campaigns.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of recreation programs and community events provided to the public. Solicits participant input to gauge participant reaction to program quality.
• Supervise volunteers and other part-time staff members as assigned. Objectively and constructively evaluates their performance, promptly apprising them of how well they are performing and/or in what specific areas they should seek improvement.
• Interviews and selects part-time staff and contractual partners as needed for recreation programs and community events.
• Assists in the preparation and oversight of the community events budget, summarizing results at program end.

Do you have a passion for outdoor recreation and open space? Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District (Midpen) delivers multiple facilities projects annually to support the agency’s commitments to the public regarding greater access and outdoor education, protected open space lands, and resource restoration.  Midpen is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Specialist who will support maintenance and improvements of buildings and facilities for the staff and public.  The candidate’s previous experience should demonstrate the pre-requisite professional independent judgement, attention to detail, time management, and communication skills that are required to successfully fulfill the duties of this role. A successful candidate will be a self-starter who strives to continuously improve.  They will possess excellent customer service skills and trouble shooting abilities and enjoy working independently as well as within a group setting. 

About Midpen: Midpen helps plants, animals and people thrive throughout the greater Santa Cruz Mountains region by preserving a greenbelt of more than 70,000 acres of public open space with 250 miles of trails in 27 extraordinary preserves, permanently protected for natural resource conservation and ecologically sensitive public enjoyment and education. Midpen is a public agency with a focused mission that guides our work, and where every employee makes an impact.  If you are looking for an outstanding opportunity to contribute to the legacy of open space protection, natural resource restoration and outdoor recreation, working with an incredible team of like-minded colleagues, we invite you to apply for this position!  Check out the Working for Midpen video on our Employment Opportunities page.
 

About the Position:  The Facilities Maintenance Specialist performs all aspects of facilities maintenance for the Administrative Office Facilities, including building operation, vehicle fleet maintenance, landscaped grounds and parking areas, and various physical systems such as HVAC, plumbing, painting, assembly, construction, electrical, data cabling, and security systems.  This position is also responsible for non-routine repairs and improvements at Midpen Field properties as well as performing preventative maintenance tasks, repairs, and minor improvement projects. The Facilities Maintenance Specialist will support Midpen’s utilization of contractors and act as a point of contact for a wide variety of maintenance and repair tasks. The successful performance of this work will require a working knowledge of a broad range of facility maintenance trades and technical principles, as well as a professional background and the ability to coordinate work with other Midpen departments. The majority of the work will include maintenance and operations of Midpen’s administrative office, but will also include project work on Midpen staff field offices and facilities, district owned and managed residential housing, historic properties, ranch infrastructure, as well as public buildings such as Midpen’s Daniels Nature Center.  For additional information about the position, see the Job Description on the Midpen website.

A Few Reasons Why You May Love This Job

• Collaborative work that directly supports Midpen’s mission to protect and restore the natural environment
• You’ll be part of a talented and dynamic team whose work contributes to providing nature’s benefits to everyone
• Excellent employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and a retirement pension through California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
• ‘Joint Resource Workdays’ allow all district staff to get involved and work together on a variety of maintenance,  resource management, habitat restoration and capital improvement projects. 

Work Environment:  This position is part of the Land and Facilities Services Department at the Midpen offices in Los Altos, California and will be required to work onsite Monday through Friday on a 9/80 schedule.  Work will be performed primarily in an office environment and at times at Midpen Field facilities and residential properties located primarily in the field. May be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, be called back after hours and on weekends or respond to and performs work in emergency situations as required.  When conducting field assignments, work may include traversing rough, difficult terrain in inclement or hot weather with exposure to poison oak.  Duties will include building and facility work that will require climbing ladders and entering confined spaces.  Ideal candidates will be comfortable working in these types of conditions, as well as in an office environment. Positions in this classification must possess the ability to lift and carry materials and objects weighing up to 60 pounds and must possess the ability to push and pull objects weighing up to 100 pounds, with the use of proper equipment. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

Midpen reserves the right to limit or deny off-duty employment or business ownership which creates a conflict of interest or an incompatibility with District employment. Information can be found in the Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual Section 4.13 Off-Duty Employment and Business Ownership.

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 the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade supplemented by college-level coursework in

facilities management, construction project management or a related field or training in applicable trades

and three (3) years of experience in construction, maintenance, and/or repair of buildings, structures and/or

related facilities.

Completion of an apprenticeship program or the equivalent training in one or more of the construction

trades is highly desirable.

Licenses & Certifications Required:   Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.

Benefits:  Midpen provides a competitive benefits package including health, life and disability insurance, CalPERS pension and paid leaves. Detailed information is available on the Benefits page of our website.

How to Apply: apply online at CalOpps.org.

(To avoid missing email communication regarding your status in this recruitment, add mpropenspace@calopps.org to your contacts or list of safe senders).

Application deadline is Sunday, August 4, 2024.  Applicants with the most relevant experience and qualifications suitable for the position will be contacted for an interview.

The following application items are required to be considered*:

1. Fully completed CalOpps employment application 

2. Cover letter 

3. Resume 

4. Supplemental question responses

*Incomplete CalOpps employment applications, or applications without the required application items listed here, will not be considered for the position.

Interview Schedule (we are unable to accommodate individual schedules):

First interview (virtual):  Wednesday, August 14, 2024

Skills Assessment (in-person): Wednesday, August 28, 2024

Final interview (in-person):  Wednesday, September 11, 2024

A note to applicants who currently live outside of the San Francisco Bay Area: before committing to the application process, and if you haven’t done so already, we suggest evaluating the feasibility of relocation. We recommend researching the cost of living in the San Francisco Bay Area, the cost to relocate, and typical commute times to Los Altos from outlying areas.

At Midpen, we believe open space is for all. Our public lands are shared spaces provided for the community by the community. All people, regardless of background, deserve respect, dignity, safety, and a sense of belonging. Midpen welcomes all people to enjoy the public open space preserves we hold in trust, supporting the mental, physical, and social well-being of our region.

Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation by contacting the Human Resources department at

(650) 691-1200 or via email at hr@openspace.org.

Put your passion for Open Space to work!

San Bruno Police Department 

Join a Department that cares about its Officers and is LOVED by its community 

Elevate your law enforcement career as a Police Lieutenant

Our mission at the San Bruno Police Department is to Ensure Peace, Provide Safety, and Build Community.  We aim to realize this mission by taking good care of the people who work in our organization so that they can take good care of everyone else.  We believe that the key to providing exceptional police services is consistently deploying strong, healthy, well-trained, emotionally intelligent human beings as San Bruno Police Officers.  As such, we have created a healthy, happy, fun working environment, focused on enabling each member of our team to use their employment to pursue the best possible versions of themselves.        

The City of San Bruno, Police Department is seeking a Police Lieutenant to serve as a manager of an assigned division or operation within the Police Department. Under the direction of a Police Captain or Chief of Police, the Lieutenant will be responsible for the direct supervision of sworn, non-sworn, supervisory, professional, technical, and administrative support staff. The Lieutenant will plan and coordinate activities of their assigned area and provide staff assistance to the Police Captain and the Chief of Police.

CITY OF SAN BRUNO’S EXCELLENT BENEFITS 

• CalPERS retirement formula of 3% @ 50 for classic members or 2.7% @ 57 for new members 
• Annual accruals of vacation days based on years of service, holidays, and sick days 

• Opportunity for bilingual incentive pay up to 2.5% 
• Annual uniform allowance 
• 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 

Annual Salary $166,464 - $204,264 (not including incentive pay) 

The ideal Police Lieutenant candidate will possess education, experience, training and perspective to help support the department’s direction and ensure its ongoing success. Minimum qualifications for the position include: 

• Possess of, and ability to maintain a valid State of California POST Peace Officer Certification
• Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience as a Police Officer including eighteen (18) months supervisory law enforcement experience as a member of a city police department, a county sheriff’s department, a regional park district, a district authorized by statute to maintain a police department, or the California Highway Patrol; and must have successfully completed the required probationary period for the required supervisory position currently or most recently occupied. 
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is preferred; applicants currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program with an accredited college or university, who have completed the equivalent of at least ninety (90) semester units and commit to obtaining a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university within twelve (12) months of appointment, may also apply.
• Possession of, or eligible to receive, Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Intermediate, and eligible to receive Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Supervisory Certificate(s) within six (6) months of appointment.
• Possession of, and ability to maintain, a valid California driver’s license. 

In addition, qualified candidates will have a successful track record of the following: 

• Servant leadership.
• Effective personnel management that reflects a deep understanding of the human nature of this endeavor.
• Ability to manage and direct daily activities to support broader organizational objectives, vision, and mission.
• Technical and professional knowledge in functional areas of policing at a level that inspires confidence and trust from line-level personnel.
• A thorough and contemporaneous understanding of policies, procedures, laws, and legislation.
• Identifying and understanding problems and opportunities by gathering, analyzing, and interpreting quantitative and qualitative information.
• Choosing appropriate courses of action to address identified problems in such a way that accounts for the complex impacts of such decisions.
• Self-awareness and personal accountability.
• Identifying and leveraging opportunities to accelerate results and build capability by assigning tasks and decision-making responsibilities to individuals or teams with clear boundaries, expectations, support, and follow-up.
• Effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.
• Working cooperatively with others to help a team or work group achieve its goals.
• Clearly and succinctly conveying information and ideas to individuals and groups; communicating in a focused and compelling way that captures and holds others’ attention.

This recruitment is being conducted to establish an eligibility list for Police Lieutenant.  For a full, detailed class specification, click HERE. 

The selection process may include the following: 

• Oral Panel 
• Practical Exercise
• Written Exercise

Application Filing Deadline 11:59 PM on Sunday, July 28, 2024 

How to Apply
Applications may be submitted online at governmentjobs.com/sanbruno. The City of San Bruno utilizes a merit-based selection system. Such a system is competitive and based on broad outreach efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to take part in a process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position.

What happens next?

• We will review your application and all supplemental materials to select the best qualified applicants to continue in the process. Screening will include a review of minimum qualifications, application appraisal rating of education, training and experience and relevance of background qualifications related to the target job as well as supplemental questions if applicable.
• Applicants selected to move forward in the process may be asked to participate in any combination of the following (at any phase of the selection process): a written examination, job related exercise, physical test or job simulation, phone interview, in-person or video interview(s), and/or web-based testing.
• The final phase of the selection process is the probationary period, which in most cases is one year, depending on your classification.

Reasonable Accommodations: 
The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices.
The City of San Bruno Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the selection process to accommodate disabled applicants. Individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation in the process must inform the Human Resources Department by the final filing date by emailing hr@sanbruno.ca.gov.

Recruitment Contact
Contact phone:
(650) 616-7055
Contact email:
hr@sanbruno.ca.gov

Why Join Our Department?

The San Mateo Police Department is seeking a candidate to join our diverse and outstanding group of people dedicated to providing exceptional public service. The Police Department is committed to improving the quality of life and solving problems while protecting our community through professionalism, integrity, and excellence. We strive to be the model police agency that others will emulate and a leader in the County and in our profession, adopting creative and innovative strategies to prevent crime and support those most in need. We will continue to do this through using cutting-edge technology, finding creative solutions to problems, respecting individual rights, and conducting fair and non-biased policing.

What You'll Do

The Dispatch Services Supervisor will plan, organize and supervise the operation of the Dispatch Services Unit in the Technical Services Division of the Police Department.  This position will also assist in the preparation and monitoring of the Unit’s budget, coordinate the Emergency Mobile Communications Van activities, and provide technical staff assistance to Department staff. The primary duties of this position may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Coordinate and assist in formulating policies and procedures for the Dispatch Unit, including the incorporation of procedures required by other local jurisdictions served.
• Direct, coordinate and review the work plan for Dispatch Services, and develop methods for improvement of service delivery.
• Assume responsibility for all dispatch personnel matters including: selection, assignment and prioritization of work; training; evaluation; and effective input concerning disciplinary matters.
• Prepare work schedules to provide for adequate coverage on all shifts; prepare and approve time off and overtime schedules.
• Respond to inquiries and complaints concerning dispatch operations and personnel.
• Perform dispatch duties as needed
• Assist in the development of the Unit budget; monitor and, as appropriate, approve expenditures.
• Establish and maintain effective communications with other Department units, other City departments and applicable agencies at all government levels; and assist in the development of emergency-related plans and procedures.
• Coordinate the maintenance and repair of dispatch equipment with other City personnel, contractors and vendors.
• Prepare various reports of operations and activities; supervise maintenance of operational records and files.
• Serve as the Custodian of Records for Dispatch Services.
• Represent the Unit at applicable meetings and conferences; attend seminars and workshops.

The Dispatch Services Supervisor receives direction from the Police Technical Services Administrator or higher level department personnel and exercises direct supervision over dispatchers and other assigned staff.

Do you thrive on providing excellent community service? If so, you may be the next Community Services Officer

The City of East Palo Alto Invites Applications for the Position of

FULL-TIME

COMMUNITY SERVICES OFFICER

Salary: $5,488 - $6,671 Monthly

$31.66 - $38.48 Hourly

Plus an Outstanding Benefits Package

Deadline to Apply: Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at 11:59 PM

The Community Service Officer performs a variety of routine to complex field and administrative activities in support of police services and programs for the City’s Police Department. The position provides comprehensive non-sworn staff support to Police Department supervisory and management personnel on a wide variety of law enforcement programs, projects, and services; responds to public requests; and performs related duties, as assigned.

The City of San Jose's Department of Planning, Building, and Code Enforcement serves to ensure the orderly and safe development of private properties, compliance with all applicable building, zoning, and quality of life ordinances and regulations, and to promote healthy and safe community standards. This is accomplished by departmental staff in service to customers by:

• Assisting and guiding land use and development to promote long-term goals and objectives that render safe, beneficial, and more sustainable communities
• Providing orderly administration and compliance of building codes, as mandated by the various levels of government, to ensure the construction of buildings, homes, and structures meet intended life safety and structural requirements
• Investigating and resolving citizen complaints of municipal code violations on private property in order to promote, maintain, and improve quality of life issues that better allow for safe and harmonious conditions in all neighborhoods

The Department is seeking applicants who are committed to understanding, executing, and improving the customer experience to best achieve the above goals and objectives. This includes providing excellent service and guidance to residents, property and business owners, developers, and other stakeholders throughout the planning, building, and code enforcement processes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as the department values building positive relationships and fostering collaboration with other departments, agencies, and the community. Additionally, applicants who possess a strong knowledge of planning principles, building codes, and/or regulatory requirements will be highly valued, as they will play a key role in ensuring compliance and promoting healthy, safe, and sustainable development practices.

This City's Building Division provides oversight and assistance towards the City's growth and development in relation to construction activity on private property within the City . The goal is to en sure the safety of buildings and to support the health and wellbeing of all persons living and working in San Jose through the implementation of the State of California's current building codes and laws .

The Division is seeking applicants for the Division Manager classification within the Building Inspection section. This is a full-time position and is responsible for the supervision and mentorship of a team of Building Inspectors performing field inspections , plan review s , and over-the-counter review s , as well as the Development Services Support Services (call center) team. Division Managers also provide valuable feedback to the development community and project construction teams by leading on-site pre-construction meetings and helping to resolve conflicts during construction.

The Building Division is divided into the following four sections:

• Permit Center: Plan intake and routing to plan review and Development Services Partners , over the counter permit processing, permit issuance, addressing, assistance desk/ public information , ADU Ally, and Small Business Ally .
• Plan Review : Review of private development project plans and calculations for compliance with the California Building Codes and state laws, coordination with Development Services partners, expedited review, and coordinated review .
• Inspection : Inspects active private construction projects for compliance with the approved plans and adopted building codes and state laws .
• Support Services : Development Services call center, document imaging, records requests, and general support for the building division .

What We Do

The Department's Building Division ensures compliance with the all the above-mentioned obligations by annually reviewing, analyzing, conducting, researching, processing, issu ing, inspecting , and providing :

• 4 0 ,000 building permits
• 8,000 plan reviews
• 100,000 inspections
• 35,000 customers assisted
• 65,000 calls answered

The Division is committed to developing, maintaining , and continually improving the quality of services and the customer experience with the goals mentioned above and the successful applicant will recognize and value these goals and qualities while striving to achieve the objectives and tasks of the classification as listed below.

Major Responsibilities

• The Division Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of Building Inspection Services as well as the oversight of the section's service delivery, staffing, and budget.
• Oversight of the Development Services Support Services Team
• Develop and implement policies and procedures and streamline existing processes to deliver excellent customer service to the development community.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor the Section's workload and determine the corresponding staffing levels required .
• Make hiring and disciplinary recommendations
• Mentor staff to prepare them for future promotional opportunities .
• Evaluate job performance of subordinate management, supervisory, and professional staff .
• Manage, monitor and analyze revenues and time spent for delivery services to achieve cost-effectiveness and efficiency in the Section's budget.
• Assist the Building Official in facilitating the adoption of state building codes and regulations; develop and implement local amendments to these codes and regulations and the transition of amendments to City Ordinances.
• Forge working relationships with external customers by coordinating public outreach programs and maintaining on-going interaction between the inspection staff and external customers .
• Leads staff in staying current with changing regulatory requirements and implements these as required by the regulatory authorities
• Implement policies and procedures to streamline existing processes to improve results and/or operating costs.

• Develop, direct, and/or implement technical training programs to ensure consistency among the inspection staff

The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the City:

Final Filing Date: Before 5:00pm, Friday, July 19, 2024

Tentative Interview Date: Week of July 22, 2024

Appointment to this position is contingent upon:

*TB testing

*Department of Justice fingerprinting criminal history records check

Resume will not be accepted in lieu of application. Application, including all work history, must be fully completed if a resume is attached. Incomplete and/or inaccurate applications may result in disqualification from the recruitment process.

Do you want to work with an amazing team who work every day to enhance the quality of life for the residents of San Carlos by providing recreational opportunities for all ages?   Come join our Parks and Recreation staff as a Program Coordinator in our Youth Center After School Drop-In program, Athletics programs, and make a difference while doing it!

About the Position

Positions in this classification perform work in the organization and implementation of the San Carlos Youth Center After School Drop-In Program and Athletics Programs. Performs thorough and thoughtful customer service with community members.

The Program Coordinator classification is the top-level position in the Recreation Leader Series.  Advancement from Recreation Leader Level II to Program Coordinator requires 500 hours of work experience at Recreation Leader Level II, or equivalent experience.

May provide functional supervision to a Recreation Leader I or II as assigned.  Receives general supervision from full-time Recreation Department staff members.

Work schedule: Monday-Friday between 1:00pm – 9:00pm, may vary as needed. This classification works 20 to 30 hours per week as assigned.

Essential Duties

• Plans, organizes, coordinates and directs specialized recreation programs for primarily youth and athletics as assigned. 
• Works directly with recreation programs for youth, adults, including individuals with special needs. 
• Coordinate and implement program schedules and activities for youth. 
• Drive youth in city vehicle and lead field trips. 
• Oversees adult recreational sports leagues. 
• Supports youth flag football and basketball leagues. 
• Supports youth flag football summer camp. 
• Oversees the work of volunteers, Recreation Leaders I and II as assigned, to ensure effective programs. 
• Maintains required records, including team registrations, program supplies, and program statistics. 
• Oversight of programs, staff, and facilities in the absence of full-time Recreation Department staff member.