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FIRE INSPECTOR I/II

Level I:  $7,835 - $9,523 per month

Level II:  $8,637 - $10,498 per month

(Appointment level will depend on experience and qualifications)

Plus excellent benefits

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Apply by Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at 5:00 pm

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 62,000) 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 $172 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 San Rafael Fire Department is recruiting for one full-time Fire Inspector I/II position.  Appointment will be made at the appropriate level depending upon qualifications.  Under supervision from the Deputy Fire Marshal, this position reviews, inspects, and investigates for fire prevention related activities; inspects fire protection systems, construction sites, occupancies, structures, buildings, and storage and usages to ensure an appropriate level of fire protection and compliance with applicable state and local ordinances, and with nationally recognized fire protection standards; investigates and reviews a variety of fire-related issues; enforces the fire and building related codes and other aspects of the municipal code relating to construction, code enforcement, and building inspection; conducts field inspections for compliance with fire and life safety standards; conducts plan reviews; and does related work as assigned. 

Fire Inspector I:  This is the entry-level class in the Fire Inspector series.  Employees at this level perform more routine tasks and duties which do not require prior specialized experience.  Generally, work is supervised and reviewed both during performance and upon completion under the direction of the Fire Inspector II or the plans examiner positions.  Employees may have only limited or no directly related work experience.

Fire Inspector II:   This is the journey-level class in the Fire Inspector series.  Employees at this level are expected to perform the full range of fire prevention inspection duties and operate under general supervision.  Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.  This level requires substantial prior fire prevention training and inspection experience.

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

Fire Inspector I:

• Interpret and enforce provisions of fire prevention and fire safety laws, City and State ordinances and other regulations.
• Perform periodic inspections of new and existing buildings, structures and installations requiring fire clearances; identify fire hazards; recommend corrective actions; perform follow-up inspections to see that corrective actions have been taken.
• Investigate complaints pertaining to violation of fire prevention laws; issue correction orders as necessary.
• Perform tests on water flow sprinkler and fire alarms and elevator return systems.
• Prepare accurate records and reports.
• Participates in fire investigation efforts.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Fire Inspector II: (In addition to the duties for Fire Inspector I)

• Provide training, direction and review the work product of the Fire Inspector I.
• Provide information to the public concerning fire prevention practices and procedures; assist in training programs and group presentations relative to fire prevention.
• Instruct fire suppression crews about code interpretation and inspection techniques regarding fire prevention.
• Check building plans for code compliance; consult with architects and developers regarding problems and solutions.
• Review plan submittals for fire suppression and alarm systems, calculate fees, and issue Fire Permits, and perform required inspection of those systems to assure compliance.
• May participate in fire investigation in cooperation with the Fire Department.

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

Fire Inspector I:

• Principles, practices, and techniques of fire prevention.
• Principles and techniques of building inspection work.
• State Housing Code.
• English grammar, spelling, vocabulary and report writing.
• Work within a team environment.
• Apply technical knowledge and follow proper inspection techniques.
• Detect deviations from plans, regulations and standard safety practices.
• Read and interpret building plans, regulations and standard safety practices.
• Read and interpret building plans.
• Learn to enforce a variety of codes, ordinances and regulations pertaining to fire prevention and building construction with firmness and tact.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work such as builders, contractors, the general public and building inspectors.
• Operate a variety of office equipment including computer terminals and necessary computer programs.
• Express ideas and communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing and work comfortably with computers.
• Deal tactfully and in a cooperative manner with architects, engineers, developers, the public and City staff to provide a high level of customer service.

Fire Inspector II: (In addition to the duties for Fire Inspector I)

• Principles, practices, techniques and equipment for fire suppression.
• Building construction practices.
• Procedures and techniques for operation and testing equipment such as fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems and alarm systems.
• Perform journey-level fire prevention inspection skills for a variety of buildings, structures, and installations.
• Perform annual maintenance inspections of commercial occupancies and assist engine companies with more difficult commercial inspections.
• Perform plan reviews of building plans as well as plan submittals related to fire permits and assist the Fire Plans Examiner as needed.
• Identify fire hazards and recommend corrective actions.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES: 

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Fire Inspector I:

• One year or more of responsible experience in a variety of building construction or related inspection work that may include working with fire prevention regulations.
• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by college level fire science or prevention classes.
• Possession of a California Class “C” drivers license, and satisfactory driving record.
• Maintenance of a California driver’s license is a condition of employment.
• Possession of a Fire Science Certificate is desirable.

 Fire Inspector II:

• A minimum of three years of increasingly responsible fire prevention inspection experience.
• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by college level fire science or prevention classes.
• Fire suppression experience is desirable.
• Possession of a California Class “C” driver’s license, and satisfactory driving record.
• Maintenance of a California driver’s license is a condition of employment.
• Possession of one or more of the following is required:
• Fire Science Certificates 1A, 1B, 1C, 2A, 2B, 2C
• Certification – Section 832 Penal Code – State of California
• Uniform Fire code Certification (WFCA-ICBO/ICC)
• ICBO or ICC certificates are desirable. 

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 stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift an/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

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%.  Prior to appointment candidate must mass a pre-employment physical, background check, driving record, and fingerprinting.  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-20503578.

For more information about the City of San Rafael, go to:  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. 

Applications accepted until Tuesday, May 21, 2024 OR upon receipt of the first 200 applications- whichever occurs first.

Written Exam: June 11, 2024

Oral Exams: TBA

DEFINITION

Police Records Clerk I: Under direct supervision, perform detailed clerical work of average complexity in connection with processing and maintaining sensitive and confidential police records; operate computerized Records Management System; receive money; provide customer service both at the counter and on the telephone; and to do related work as required. Police Records Clerk I is an entry-level position and Police Records Clerk II is the journey level class in the series requiring average knowledge and computer experience. Incumbents in this class, working within established procedures are expected to carry out general clerical duties, following oral and written directions, learn to exercise independent judgment, and have the ability to work in groups to achieve common goals. 

Police Records Clerk II: Under supervision, Police Records Clerk II are expected to work within established procedures at a wide variety of keyboarding, data-entry, and general clerical duties, exercise independent judgment and provide training, technical and clerical supervision over less experienced staff.

Both the Police Records Clerk I and Police Records Clerk II have frequent contact with the public and other law enforcement agencies. Incumbents deal with sensitive and confidential information on a daily basis and are required to work under pressure.

Positions in the Police Records Clerk II class are flexibly staffed and normally filled by advancement from the Police Records Clerk I class, or when filled from the outside, require specific clerical experience. Appointment to this class requires the employee to be performing substantially the full range of police records clerk duties and to meet the qualifications for the class. 

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Either manually or through the use of computers, as appropriate, does responsible record processing work in the maintenance of confidential Police Department records; answer a variety of procedural questions and provides information from established departmental records to the public and other law enforcement agencies via telephone, in person, and in writing; routine data input for computer processing; operate a variety of office machines, including computers, adding machines and Dictaphone/transcriber; collects and records fees; prepare court packages; and perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned. At the Police Records Clerk II level you may be required to train employees.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of: Appropriate English and correct spelling, grammar and punctuation; basic arithmetic; and use of personal computer applications. Modern office methods, equipment, and procedures including filing and indexing methods are desirable. At the Police Records Clerk II level personal computer applications running in WINDOWS and modern office procedures including filing and indexing methods.

Ability to: Police Records Clerk I level: Keyboard at a speed of 40 words a minute from clear copy; perform detailed clerical work of average difficulty; use appropriate English and vocabulary and correct spelling, grammar and punctuation; learn, interpret, and apply applicable ordinances, policies, and laws; exercise good judgment and discretion in releasing information; learn to perform assigned duties independently or under general supervision; understand and carry out oral and written directions; interact positively and cooperate with co-workers, respond politely to customers, work as a team member, function under demanding time pressure, respond in a positive manner to supervision, and attend work and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis.

Additionally, at the Police Records Clerk II level: Keyboard at a speed of 45 words a minute from clear copy and perform assigned duties independently or under general supervision.

Experience:

Police Records Clerk I: None required.

Police Records Clerk II: Two years of full time, clerical experience involving data entry, general office work, and public contact, desirably in a public sector law enforcement agency. Additional education may be substituted for one year of the required experience on the basis that one year of education equals six months of experience, utilizing a maximum of two years of additional education.

Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent.

Applicants for this position must be able to pass a comprehensive background investigation including polygraph and fingerprinting.

Join us as a Community Service Officer (CSO) in the Berkeley Police Department! In this role, you will have the opportunity to perform a wide range of duties, both in office support and in the field, to support various police functions. Assignments may include field services, jail facilities, property control, community services, crime scene, or traffic control.

Community Service Officers are essential non-sworn members of BPD. By maintaining positive working relationships with City staff and the public, CSOs help build trust in our community. With their ability to work with people of all backgrounds and stay calm under pressure, CSOs provide invaluable contributions to the Department in their everyday work.

The eligible list resulting from this recruitment will be used to fill Temporary and Career positions. The first administrative review of applications will be on May 27, 2024, for the June 15, 2024 test date. Learn more about the physical ability test here: youtube.com/watch?v=WaTE9D4rajU

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is:
Equivalent to graduation from high school and three (3) years of progressively responsible work experience, such as in-person, telephone, and written contacts indicating effective communication and customer service skills.

Previous volunteer or paid experience in law enforcement, emergency medical services, military service, probation, counseling or similar work requiring extensive public contact is highly desirable.

Other requirements include:

• Must successfully complete a psychiatric evaluation and a Police Department background investigation and medical evaluation.
• Must possess a valid California driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record.
• Must be willing to work evening, graveyard, weekend, and holiday shifts for the 24 hour/day operational schedule.
• Must be able to obtain required Police Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification such as the Community Service Officer Academy, Jail Correction Course, which are conducted or recognized by the Berkeley Police Department, and accept and apply the principles learned in training.
• Must be physically able to perform the work including lifting heavy objects and controlling violent individuals, and possess the knowledge, skills and abilities for the successful completion of duties assigned to the position.

Are you passionate about waste reduction and recycling and taking meaningful action to fight the climate change impacts of waste disposal? Would you like to join an organization of enthusiastic and innovative professionals advancing the County’s environmental sustainability initiatives and partnerships? 

The County of San Mateo's Sustainability Department seeks qualified candidates for the position of Sustainability Program Manager – Waste Reduction Special Districts. We are looking for candidates who possess excellent program management skills, who have a deep understanding of waste management and recycling service delivery to the community, and who are committed to implementing innovated solutions to ensure recyclables and organic materials are diverted from landfills. We are committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourage candidates from varied backgrounds to apply. 

Under the general direction of the Director, the Sustainability Program Manager – Waste Reduction Special Districts will lead a team to ensure successful delivery of waste, organics, and recycling services to communities located in the County’s unincorporated special districts and unfranchised areas. This position will engage with communities on recycling education and events, will serve as the County’s regional liaison on waste reduction service delivery for the unincorporated areas, and will support development of innovate solutions to help achieve the region’s long-term waste reduction and recycling goals. 

THE POSITION 

This position leads the Waste Reduction - Special Districts team to oversee curbside waste services and related vendor contracts for the County unincorporated areas; works with residents, businesses, and others to promote and advance ways to reduce waste in the County’s unincorporated areas; and to increase diversion of recyclables, organics, and other items from the landfill. This position is also responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance with state recycling and waste diversion mandates, working to strategically plan for long-range financial sustainability of services, and serving as the regional liaison to the regional franchise coordination body, SBWMA, to represent the County. 

As the Sustainability Program Manager – Waste Reduction Special Districts you will: 

• Manage the program by setting strategic direction; developing and managing the program budget; planning and establishing project priorities; assigning work to and professionally developing staff; developing and managing contracts; planning for long term program financial sustainability; and presenting to the Board of Supervisors on program matters. 

• Manage the delivery of curbside waste, recycling, and organics services and related vendor contracts for County Franchise Area (CFA) and County Services Area 8 (CSA-8) and liaise to the governing bodies on matters related to the franchise agreements, services, and rate setting. 

• Set the annual waste and recycling service rates for CFA and CSA-8 through a Prop 218 process and place the service charges on the CSA-8 tax roll. 

• Lead the implementation of SB 1383, the State’s organics recycling law, in the unincorporated areas to ensure successful implementation and compliance, conduct community education, and manage the non-exclusive franchise agreements. 

• Engage with residents, businesses, and others to promote and advance ways to reduce waste in the County’s unincorporated areas and increase diversion of recyclables, organics, and other items from the landfill. 

• Develop policies and laws to help fulfill the BOS commitments to waste reduction and to ensure compliance with state laws. 

• Work with County departments and external partners to reduce illegal dumping in unincorporated areas and to host community shred, e-waste, and litter pick up events. 

• Design and conduct community outreach and education programs on recycling and SB 1383 organics diversion requirements.   

• Serve as regional liaison and SBWMA Technical Advisory Committee member, contribute to long range planning for waste management infrastructure and innovative solutions, and support disaster debris planning and emergency response efforts. 

• Other duties as assigned.  

 
The IDEAL CANDIDATE will have:  

• Demonstrated program management experience in setting strategic direction, delivering results-oriented programs, mentoring, and managing staff, and establishing and managing a multi-million-dollar budget to meet defined outcomes. 

• Experience managing and leading waste management and reduction programs and a strong understanding of solid waste management, recycling and composting, source reduction, public policy, or solid waste code enforcement. 

• Working knowledge of various state solid waste mandates including, but not limited to: SB 1383, AB 939, AB 1826, and AB 341. 

• Experience with administering franchise agreements, franchise fees and associated revenues, setting garbage rates and compliance with Proposition 218 requirements.  

• A high level of political astuteness and the ability to navigate sensitive issues with integrity and tact with elected officials, regional partners, and community leaders and members. 

• A highly strategic and collaborative approach to leadership. 

• A record of strong project management leading the development of work plans and managing resources to bring projects to successful completion. 

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively frame and communicate complex concepts for different audiences, orally and in writing. 

• Ability to build strategic partnerships within the organization, with regional partners, and with the community. 

• Experience with community problem resolution, policy development, and facilitating large public processes or projects with an active, highly engaged community.  

• A commitment to providing excellent customer service to the community, a passion for public service, and the ability to work with highly diverse communities in an effective and respectful manner.  

• A broad knowledge of trends and technical information on waste management and reduction strategies.  

• A minimum of eight years of increasingly responsible experience managing sustainability programs and staff, including direct and indirect supervision over professional, technical, support, contract, and volunteer staff. 

Examples of Duties 

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

• Plan, administer, and coordinate the activities of assigned professional and technical staff involved in work of the Waste Reduction Special Districts team. 

• Administer, monitor, renew Franchise Agreements with haulers. 

• Oversee and administer waste franchise fees, set garbage rates and administer associated revenues, in compliance with Proposition 218 requirements.  

• Work closely with staff to develop strategic, program and project implementation plans for the Waste Reduction Special Districts team. 

• Plan, develop, and monitor the Waste Reduction Special Districts budget. 

• Effectively and regularly interface with waste haulers, landfill and transfer station operators, County department partners, and community members and organizations to engender support and collaboration for the team initiatives. 

• Assure compliance with federal, state, local and other pertinent mandates, laws, codes, rules, regulations, and agreements within assigned area. 

• Serve as a representative or assign representatives to serve on related boards, commissions, committees, and community groups. 

• Develop, negotiate, and monitor grants. 

• Prepare and review comprehensive reports, letters, and other written materials. Make public presentations, conduct outreach, training and/or public education as necessary. 

• Serve as primary subject matter expert in the assigned area to the County, external agencies, businesses, community groups and the public. 

• Develop and implement policies and procedures for Waste Reduction Special Districts programs.  

• Coordinate programs, projects and activities within the assigned area that cross over major areas of the section or across teams. 

• Apply an understanding of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impacts on underserved and underrepresented communities into project design and implementation to better serve all county residents. 

• Provide leadership and promote teamwork while managing sustainability programs and staff. 

• Manage and participate in personnel actions for the department including selection, performance planning, discipline, training. and development. 

• Perform other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

Education and Experience: 
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.  

• A typical way to qualify is eight years of experience in the field of resource conservation which has included program implementation and coordination. 

  
Knowledge of: 

• Supervisory principles and practices. 

• Principles and practices of program planning, implementation, and evaluation. 

• Principles and practices of contract management. 

• Principles, best practices, and trends in solid waste management, specifically in organic waste, waste reduction, enforcement, and waste collection. 

• Pertinent laws, codes, and regulations.  

• Principles and practices of Solid Waste Franchise Agreements. 

• Principles and practices of developing public information programs and materials. 

• Records management and reporting practices. 

  
Skill/Ability to:  

• Establish program priorities, effectively manage resources, and ensure successful program outcomes while mentoring and coaching junior staff. 

• Coordinate and manage complex projects involving competing interests and objectives, build multi-disciplinary project teams that do not include direct reports, and delegate and coordinate assignments. 

• Mentor staff in developing their project management skills. 

• Recruit, onboard, and manage staff, and inspire employee engagement. 

• Manage public processes.  

• Engage with local public interest groups. 

• Manage outside agencies, consultants, and vendors; coordinate, collaborate and facilitate meetings; and serve as the representative of the Department in meetings involving regional projects, policies, or procedures. 

• Facilitate the role of the County as a Governing Board for waste services of unincorporated Special District (North Fair Oaks). 

• Define organizational structure.  

• Maintain effective working relationships with regulatory agencies, municipalities, boards and commissions, state, and county officials and/or various special interest groups and the public. 

• Navigate public procurement and contracting process and apply best practices. 

• Work with others with a high degree of tact and courtesy, deal effectively with people in difficult or controversial situations, and work with diverse audiences. 

• Monitor progress through collecting qualitative and quantitative data. 

• Work with community-based organizations, including facilitation, outreach, and engagement, and working in communities with a focus on equity. 

• Communicate both written and orally across multiple disciplines (for example, engineering, construction, regulatory, community). 

• Manage several responsibilities simultaneously. 

• Write and/or administer grants. 

ABOUT DEPARTMENT OF SUSTAINABILITY 
Formed in July 2014, the Sustainability Department strives to improve the sustainability of the County’s operations and the greater community through work in areas of renewable energy and energy efficiency, resource conservation, active transportation, climate resiliency, affordable housing, and greenhouse gas emission reductions. 
  
Here at the Sustainability Department we: 

• Are passionate about protecting and saving the environment, while serving our community. 

• Are committed to delivering effective and outcome-oriented programs and services to the communities we serve. 

• Are compassionate and empathetic to the needs of our colleagues, community members, and stakeholders. 

• Are committed to increasing racial equity, diversity, and inclusion through our work. 

• Actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase equity in our programs. 

• Value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. 

• Take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting and hiring. 

  
We know work isn't only about what you do; it’s also about who you work for and with! The Sustainability Department has a fun and empowering work environment that supports a work-life balance, including: 

• Flexible, hybrid work schedule opportunities.  

• Wellness classes and resources to promote a healthy mind and body. 

• Generous benefits package. 

• Subsidy of up to $150 per month to cover the costs of public transit, vanpooling, carpooling, and bike and scooter share, or up to $480 per year for walking, biking, or carpooling to work.  

• At least 20 hours of training provided annually. 

APPLICATION /EXAMINATION 

Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply.  Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, Confidential or Management extra-help/limited term, or SEIU or AFSCME represented extra help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.   

Application Materials 
The following are required to be submitted: 

1. Regular online employment application form and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire 

2. Cover letter expressing interest in the position 

3. Resume 

Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button.  If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply.  

The examination process will consist of an application screening based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification.  
 
All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given online, and applicants must participate at their own expense. 
 
TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE 

Application Deadline:  May 20, 2024, by 11:59 PM 

Application Screening:  May 21-22, 2024 

Civil Service Panel Interviews (virtual):  May 28 and 29, 2024 

Departmental/Finalist Interviews (in person): June 4 and/or 6, 2024 

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WHY JOIN THE REDWOOD CITY TEAM?

We offer a wide range of meaningful career opportunities with potential for growth, training and development, competitive salaries, flexible work schedules, paid time off, and robust benefits. The Redwood City team is guided by the core values of excellence, integrity, service and creativity.  Inherent in these values is a great organizational culture based on trust, strong and supportive leadership, respect, risk-taking, empowerment, and effective communication.

The community is known for its inclusivity, strong engaged neighborhoods, and civic pride. The City works diligently to maintain positive and productive relationships with community partners, together providing outstanding services, programs and opportunities for residents and businesses. This mix of tradition and progress, community, and diversity, makes Redwood City an extraordinary place to work and call home. If you’re looking to grow your career as a part of a professional and progressive Police Department team that fosters innovation, creativity and collaboration, we hope you’ll apply.  

THE REDWOOD CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT

We are a progressive Police-Department, which recognizes that by working in a partnership with our community, we can best meet our goals of protecting life and property, improving the quality of life, and reducing crime and the fear of crime. Our motto is: 

"Providing Excellent Service with Integrity and Respect."

Submit your application via www.CalOpps.org  by June 2, 2024  A City application is required.

• Please click on the job announcement pdf file below to review the recruitment information.
• A complete application is required, including supplemental questionnaire.
• Please see special instructions for more information on supplemental questionnaire and completely filling in the application.
• Submit your application online via CalOpps by June 2, 2024.
• Applications will be reviewed continuously as they are received.

The City of Redwood City is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer!

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WHY JOIN THE REDWOOD CITY TEAM?

We offer a wide range of meaningful career opportunities with potential for growth, training and development, competitive salaries, flexible work schedules, paid time off, and robust benefits. The Redwood City team is guided by the core values of excellence, integrity, service and creativity.  Inherent in these values is a great organizational culture based on trust, strong and supportive leadership, respect, risk-taking, empowerment, and effective communication.

The community is known for its inclusivity, strong engaged neighborhoods, and civic pride. The City works diligently to maintain positive and productive relationships with community partners, together providing outstanding services, programs and opportunities for residents and businesses. This mix of tradition and progress, community, and diversity, makes Redwood City an extraordinary place to work and call home. If you’re looking to grow your career as a part of a professional and progressive Police Department team that fosters innovation, creativity and collaboration, we hope you’ll apply.  

THE REDWOOD CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT

We are a progressive Police-Department, which recognizes that by working in a partnership with our community, we can best meet our goals of protecting life and property, improving the quality of life, and reducing crime and the fear of crime. Our motto is: 

Interested in joining the Redwood City team?  

• Please click on the job announcement pdf file below to review the recruitment information.
• A complete application is required, including supplemental questionnaire.
• Please see special instructions for more information on supplemental questionnaire and completely filling in the application.
• Submit your application online via CalOpps by June 2, 2024.
• Applications will be reviewed continuously as they are received.

The City of Redwood City is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer!

FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The San Rafael Fire Department is an all-risk fire agency that includes 69 operational firefighters trained in the areas of firefighting, Advanced Life Support (ALS) response, ambulance transport, technical rescue, hazardous material response, disaster response, fire prevention, and community preparedness.  We constantly strive to provide the highest level and most capable emergency service delivery possible to our community; a service that is professional, compassionate, predictable, consistent, and sustainable.

We are looking for individuals whose values align with our departmental commitment to respect, integrity, compassion, equality, and fairness.

To schedule a station visit, phone or video call with active-duty personnel, e-mail Fire.Department@cityofsanrafael.org and provide your name and a contact phone number.

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 $172 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. 

Come join our extraordinary team!

Please review the Firefighter-Paramedic job description available on our website.

The Firefighter-Paramedic protects life, property, and the environment by performing firefighting activities, emergency medical aid, hazardous materials response, and fire prevention duties. The position is also responsible for maintaining fire equipment, apparatus, and facilities.

The Department seeks individuals whose values align with our departmental commitment to respect, integrity, compassion, equality, and fairness. Our six San Rafael neighborhood fire stations deliver exceptionally courteous, compassionate, and professional public service.  Our firefighters are committed to helping their community and their fellow firefighters. Our workforce is diverse and continuously strives to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.  Our members work closely with multiple service agencies to ensure we are meeting the unique needs of the multicultural community of San Rafael.

Our department supports a behavioral health program consisting of IAFF trained Peer Support members, as well as members trained in critical incident stress management. The culture established by our personnel is cited as a key contributor to what makes the San Rafael Fire Department a great place to work.  With over half of our line personnel having been hired within the past decade, there is a major focus on physical fitness, training, health and wellness, and an overall excitement about learning the art and trades of firefighting and emergency medicine.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Candidates must have a high school diploma AND a minimum of 21 semester units of college coursework. 
• The following documents should be attached to your application as ONE PDF file.  If you are still in the process of obtaining a Firefighter I or Paramedic License you will be asked to provide a status update prior to full background:
  • CPAT card dated on or after June 14, 2023.  To register for an upcoming exam, visit https://www.fctonline.org/ 
  • Completion of CA State Board of Fire Services Firefighter I curriculum or ability to obtain prior August 1, 2024.
  • Valid California Paramedic License (or equivalent) or ability to obtain prior to August 1, 2024.  

BENEFITS:

The City of San Rafael offers an attractive compensation and benefits program, including participation in the Marin County Employees’ Retirement (MCERA) pension program, tiered contributions towards CalPERS health insurance, matching Retiree Health Savings (RHS) contributions, fully paid Dental coverage and Uniform Allowance.

Please review the attached job bulletin for benefit information.  You can also review our benefits summary and the San Rafael Firefighters’ Association MOU for more information.

The City of San Mateo Public Works Department is Looking for an Environmental Compliance Inspector

Why Join our Department?

The Public Works Department is comprised of Regulatory Compliance, Engineering, Field Maintenance, Facilities/Fleet, Wastewater Treatment, and Asset Management Divisions.  Each division is led by one of two Deputy Directors, who report to the Director of Public Works.  The department is responsible for the City’s major capital projects and infrastructure including streets, street lights, traffic signals, publicly owned facilities, sewer and storm conveyance systems, wastewater treatment plant, pump stations, a major lagoon, dams, and levees; as well as solid waste and environmental programs.  The Department is responsible for regulatory compliance related to Stormwater, Pretreatment, Solid Waste, and other environmental programs, as well as public outreach to raise awareness to the general public and other stakeholders about these issues.

The Public Works Department is committed to high performance standards, utilizing best practices relative to performance management and team-oriented approaches.  Our mission is to enhance the community and its environment by providing sustainable stewardship and innovative approaches to Public Works services.

Look to some of the reasons why the City of San Mateo is a great place to work: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_GTIzeSpc_g

What You’ll Do

The Environmental Compliance Inspector performs inspections and sampling of industrial, commercial and residential sources of discharge to the City’s sanitary sewer and storm drain systems to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations; inspects hazardous materials storage areas; responds to reports of illicit discharges; performs water quality testing; and conducts public outreach activities.  This classification is distinguished from all other technical and professional classifications in the City by its specialized assignments in support of a variety of environmental compliance programs.  The duties of the class involve courteous, effective and tactful interaction with the community to ensure compliance with wastewater and stormwater discharge regulations.  Persons assigned to this class perform or assist in performing all functions associated with the City’s Source Control (Pretreatment and Pollution Prevention) and Stormwater programs.  This position reports to the Regulatory Compliance Manager or higher level department personnel.

For a complete list of duties, reference our job specifications at www.cityofsanmateo.org

About this role

The San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department is looking for highly motivated individuals to be part of our support staff team.  The successful candidate should be customer service oriented, organized, professional, friendly, able to multi-task, an excellent communicator, and able to work independently.  This part time, non-benefited position will average 15-25 hours a week and is limited to less than 1000 hours in a fiscal year.  To find out more about the position, please visit www.smcfire.org (Job Descriptions – SMC Fire – Office Assistant).

What You’ll Do

• Provide excellent customer service for the Fire Prevention and Fire Administration divisions
• Manage calendars of multiple inspectors, schedule inspections, and charge appropriate fees
• Perform a variety of general clerical duties, including filing, photocopying, processing of mail, supply ordering, scanning, and answering a multi-lined telephone system
• Process invoices for payments and enter data/information in the preparation of reports, including setting up of new vendors and reviewing statements
• Assist with website updates
• Process special event permit applications, prepare invoices for permit fees, collect fees, and issue permits
• Provide information and assistance regarding public education to the general public
• Update and maintain a variety of forms
• This position will occasionally lend administrative support to other divisions within the department when needed

About This Role

The San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department is looking for a highly motivated individual to join our team in this newly created classification.  You will maintain fire apparatus and department vehicles for the communities of Belmont, Foster City, and San Mateo. This is a unique opportunity for an independent, organized individual to work with a destination Fire Department that thrives on protecting and serving our communities.

Who We Are

The San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department is a full-service agency that serves the cities of Belmont, Foster City, and San Mateo. The Department serves nearly 164,000 residents daily, with a daytime population of around 230,000. The Department is responsible for nine fire stations, deploys ten front line type 1 fire engines, and two aerial tiller trucks. The Department is partnered with the State of California for mutual aid deployment. Additionally, the Department participates in the San Mateo County mutual aid program including hazardous materials and water rescue response, helping to secure a million people daily. The Department has a healthy collaborative atmosphere and encourages participation at all levels. For more information visit: www.smcfire.org.

What You’ll Do

• Perform skilled tasks in the mechanical repair and maintenance of diesel and gas-powered apparatus, vehicles, hydraulic systems for aerial ladders, and other like equipment.
• Accept assignments received in the form or oral or written communications.
• Determine the nature and extent of needed repairs, prioritize them, and perform necessary repairs.
• Inspect all department vehicles to ensure they meet proper safety protocols and are in standard working order.
• Maintain all vehicles to ensure safe working order for all employees.
• Perform regular servicing and preventative maintenance on all vehicles and apparatus including performing tune-ups, lube, oil, filter, Inspection, and chassis lubrication.
• Diagnose, service, maintain such things as: fire pumps, relief valves, and other control of plumbing equipment (proper certification required).
• Inspect, diagnose, and repair engines, power train components, transmissions, transfer cases, differentials, hydraulic and pneumatic brake systems, steering and suspension systems, and electrical systems.
• Perform welding and fabricating work when applicable.
• Operate all equipment and tools safely and efficiently.
• Perform routine shop maintenance and clean-up and dispose of hazardous materials according to established procedures.
• Keep records of work assignments for bookkeeping and tracking purposes.
• Potentially respond to unanticipated emergencies to make temporary and/or permanent repairs in the field.

For a complete list of duties, reference our job specifications at www.smcfire.org/administration 

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