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About the Department

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 a Deputy Director of Planning who is committed to understanding, executing, and improving the Department’s vision of a well run, professional organization that achieves 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 processes. Strong management, communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as the department values building positive relationships and fostering collaboration with other departments, agencies, and the community.  

The Department has a staff of approximately 300 employees and includes four divisions: 

• The Planning Division administers current development projects, processes development applications in conformance with City policies and objectives and conducts long-range planning such implementation of the Envision San José 2040 General Plan. The Division provides support to the Planning Commission and the Historic Landmarks Commission. The Deputy Director (Planning Official) manages this Division. 

• The Building Division conducts plan review and field inspection of construction projects to ensure conformance with health and safety requirements. The Division operates the City’s Permit Center. The Building Official manages this Division.  

• The Code Enforcement Division utilizes education and enforcement tools to facilitate compliance with Municipal Codes designed to maintain a healthy, safe and clean environment, carry out land use policy, and preserve the quality-of-life standards that residents and businesses enjoy. The Code Enforcement Official manages this Division. 

• The Administrative Division manages the Department’s administrative activities, including budget, fiscal and human resources. The Administrative Officer manages this Division. 

To provide consistency throughout the planning and entitlement processes, key elements of the Planning and Building Divisions operate on the interdepartmental “Development Services Team” with Public Works Development Review and the Fire Marshal. These functions are co-located in City Hall. More detailed information on the Department and Divisions can be found on the City’s website. 

Position Duties

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The Deputy Director for Planning is a direct report to the Director of PBCE and provides leadership of all Planning functions within the Department. The position also contributes to the overall management of the Department through overseeing various interdivisional project teams. 
  

The Deputy Director for Planning is responsible for the stewardship and implementation of the City's General Plan and zoning policies, the review of applications for planning permits for consistency with the City’s ordinances and polices including California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and for engagement with customers, stakeholders and the community on proposed developments.  

The position is supported by three Division Managers and four Principal Planners who take responsibility for day-to-day operations and decision-making and are split between Development Review, CEQA, and Citywide Planning (longer term policy and plan development). The position manages an interdisciplinary team of planners and provides executive direction for specialized professional planning functions, including development review, land use, zoning, urban design, environmental review, historic preservation, housing, transportation, economic development, and data analytics. The position develops and oversees the organizational structure, the annual work program, and the budget and staffing of the Planning Division and assists in the preparation of the Department’s work program and budget.  
 

The Deputy Director of Planning frequently represents the Department and the Director at City Council, officiates public hearings on the Director’s behalf, and represents the Department and the Director at meetings with the public, elected officials, other departments/agencies and various stakeholders. The position includes attendance at evening meetings.  

Essential areas of responsibility include: 

• Oversee the department's planning budgets, ensuring proper allocation of resources, cost recovery, as well as the development and oversight of the divisions fees and charges  

• Ensure all planning activities comply with local, state, and federal regulations. 

• Develop and implement long-term city planning initiatives. 

• Facilitate public meetings and community outreach to gather input and inform the public about planning projects. 

• Provide leadership and guidance for critical housing related issues/proposals ranging from zoning, permitting, infrastructure improvements, community engagement and sustainability 

• Oversee the review of development proposals, zoning changes, and other land use applications for compliance with city codes and policies.  

• Manage complex planning projects and initiatives, including comprehensive plan updates, area plans, and zoning code revisions.  

• Collaborate with the internal development-services partners, elected officials, developers, community groups, and the general public on planning matters.  

• Prepare reports, presentations, and recommendations for the Planning Commission and City Council  

• Assist in the day-to-day operations of the Division. 

• Advise the Director about important and/or sensitive issues; take appropriate action to address them. 

• Represent the Department and City before other government agencies, community groups, citizens, businesses and professional organizations. 

• Provide positive and constructive leadership and management; mentor and motivate staff. 

• Lead organizational review and strategic planning efforts. 

• Continue to stay on the forefront of nationwide trends and initiative. Introduce and implement creative ideas and processes to help the city achieve 
   its economic development, quality of life, and other goals. 

• Continue implementation of the Envision San José 2040 General Plan. 

With the scale of growth and development anticipated throughout the City, anchored by major transit investment plans, it is critical that the City’s General Plan for current citywide planning policy priorities should include: 

• Housing Crisis Action Plan 

• Transportation/Transit Efforts, including BART Phase 2 

• Urban Village Planning and Implementation 

• Downtown and North San Jose Planning 

• Zoning Code and Ordinance Updates 

• Urban Design and Public Life Initiative 

• Historic Preservation 

• Regional Policy 

Position Highlights: 

• Gain hands-on experience in public administration 

• Learn valuable skills from a team that is dedicated to helping you achieve your career goals 

• Connect with various key stakeholders across the City's Public Works Department 

The City of Thousand Oaks Public Works Department is seeking a responsible and ambitious Emergency Management Intern to join our team for a 6-month internship (with the possibility of extension)! This is a great opportunity for someone interested in breaking into the public sector and eager to gain hands-on experience in emergency management services.  

Maintaining public safety during emergency incidents is a core function and responsibility of the City. The intern position will include educating residents about emergency preparedness and administering a variety of City and County emergency management programs (e.g., Community Emergency Response Team). Please see below for more details on possible job responsibilities included with this internship position. 

The internship will require a commitment of approximately 15-20 hours per week and offers flexible scheduling options to accommodate other commitments, such as school. 

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Help organize, recruit for, and support the City's Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training program, including assisting with public outreach and marketing efforts

• Promote, receive, and organize CERT program applications and follow up with applicants 

• Assist with updating the new City website

• Manage databases, including various data entry functions 

• Research/recommend emergency management products and program services 

• Gather data and prepare reports on emergency management topics 

• Participate in field visits to various City facilities 

• Assist with maintaining the City Mass Casualty Trailer, Portable Emergency Communications Trailer, and the Emergency Operations Center's inventory 

• Assist the Program Manager with preparing the City's electronic Emergency Management newsletter 

• Create promotional materials and assist with outreach for a multitude of internal and external City events

• Act as a City Liaison with the Ventura County Fire Department as needed 

• Other duties as assigned in the Public Works department, including, but not limited to: Transit Program, record management, and youth/senior outreach 

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of First 5 Program Coordinator. Under general supervision, perform program-specific coordination, planning, development, implementation, and/or evaluation of programs that target children 0-5 their families and community partners and providers that serve them; provide technical support and training to families, community partners, providers and key stakeholders related to program implementation; maintenance and filing of required documents; develop program policies and procedures necessary to coordinate and accomplish program objectives; build and foster community collaborations; provide direct educational services; perform related work as assigned.

*Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply*

To qualify for a bilingual position, must be State certified or pass a County qualifying language test in the relevant language at the option of the County.

About the First 5 Commission:

A seven-member commission oversees the work of First 5 in Yuba County, which supports the health, development and well-being of our youngest children through their first five years. First 5 Yuba’s strategic goals and results are organized around three broad areas: Health, Early Education and Family Support. First 5 Yuba’s overarching goal is for all children in Yuba County to enter kindergarten ready to learn, in that they are healthy, participate in quality early care and education, and their families have the resources to help them be fully prepared for school.

Example of Duties:

• Plan and coordinate needs assessment to determine local needs of various target groups; research and evaluate available resources; and develop programs accordingly to meet identified needs.
• Provide long term, short term project management, such as during initial program development as well as during program implementation stages.
• Research and analyze programs, policies, procedures, organizational structures, existing and proposed legislation and related issues; and formulate recommendations.
• Oversee the development of data collection instruments, data collector training, sampling plans, data collection methodology, data analysis, report writing, and preparation of dissemination tools used to present results to the community.
• Design and conduct formal evaluation studies to assess program effectiveness; analyzes, interprets and presents results and recommendations to funded partners

About This Role

The San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department is looking for a highly motivated individual to be part of the design and implementation of comprehensive risk-based emergency management and community preparedness programs for the communities of Belmont, Foster City, and San Mateo. This is a unique opportunity for an independent, organized individual to provide emergency management services and training to municipal staff and community members to maintain a high level of readiness and community resilience. 

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. Additionally, the Department participates in the San Mateo Operational Area with other jurisdictions in the County both in planning and in incident operations, 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

• Support the preparation, implementation, and monitoring of a comprehensive risk-based emergency management and community preparedness program.
• Prepare and maintain municipal emergency operations plans, annexes, appendixes, checklists, and other supporting documentation.
• Respond to the Emergency Operations Center when it is activated.
• Design and administer communication plans to enable effective municipal and community response to a disaster situation.
• Continually monitor and assess municipalities’ training programs and research methods to increase community outreach.
• Maintain records of findings and corrective actions identified through After-Action Reports/Improvement Plans, and coordinate development of multiyear Training and Exercise Plans.
• Produce training materials, including written documents, electronic media, and videos; maintain materials, such as props, slides, videos, films, and other educational documents; set up and operate appropriate and different audiovisual equipment. Develop working relationships with and make presentations to representatives of municipal departments, as well as other public and private support relief agencies, businesses, schools, homeowners, non-governmental organizations (NGO’s) and other community groups regarding emergency services.
• Participate in the budget preparation and administration; prepare cost estimates and revenue projections for budget recommendations for designated accounts; submit justifications of program and related activities; monitor and control expenditures.
• Participate in specialized training, conferences and seminars as available and appropriate to maintain technical knowledge.
• Compile and analyze data; prepare reports and make recommendations on the formulation of policy and procedures, EOC and division staffing and organizational changes.
• Participate in administering contracts including those relating to grant projects; monitor programs for compliance with applicable regulations.
• Coordinate and conduct interagency training sessions on NIMS, ICS, and other emergency management topics for municipal personnel to establish and operate an Emergency Operations Center (EOC); maintain records of NIMS/ICS training in compliance with state and federal guidelines.
• Provide oversight and program delivery of the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program.
• Develop training curricula/plans, coordinate logistics, promote and deliver public education programs to civic organizations, religious institutions, businesses, and residents.
• Design, develop and deliver a variety of disaster exercises designed to test elements of the municipalities’ emergency capabilities according to Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program guidance.
• Support facilitation of stakeholders in exercise planning meetings.
• Assist in the development of goals and objectives for the emergency management program.

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

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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.

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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.

The City of Westlake Village is seeking a knowledgeable, dedicated, and enthusiastic Public Safety Officer with excellent interpersonal skills capable of performing a wide variety of duties involving the City’s public safety program. The position is very unique and will provide opportunities to experience all aspects of public safety ranging from liaison support to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, Los Angeles County Fire Department, emergency preparedness, Emergency Operations Center planning and organization, community outreach and education, Volunteers on Patrol, and Community Emergency Response Team. A motivated and organized individual who enjoys being nimble and adaptive to the needs of the organization will thrive in this unique position.

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The County of San Mateo’s Department of Emergency Management (DEM) is accepting applications from dedicated individuals for the position of Associate Management Analyst (Unclassified) - Grants and Fiscal Services.

DEM’s mission is to advance community resilience through a proactive and comprehensive approach to emergency management, involving the whole community in every phase of disaster preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery. To learn more about DEM, please visit https://www.smcgov.org/ceo/department-emergency-management.

About This Position

The Associate Management Analyst (AMA) will assist in the oversight of DEM program budgets, ensuring financial efficiency and policy compliance, with responsibilities including revenue projections, cash flow analyses, cost containment, grant disbursement, and managing annual and mid-cycle budgets. This role includes preparing budget estimates, evaluating revenue and expenditure budgets, resolving cross-departmental fiscal issues, reviewing budget submittals for accuracy, and assisting with funding challenges.

Initially under close supervision, incumbents with basic professional administrative education and/or experience perform analytical and technical work within an assigned division/department. At this level, the impact of the decisions is moderate, and the work is typically one of interpreting, explaining, or gathering information.

Additionally, the AMA will plan and administer DEM programs, conduct analytical studies, prepare reports, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. The selected candidate will track and monitor the adopted budget and prepare periodic budget reviews for submission to County departments, administration, and boards and commissions, such as the Emergency Services Council (ESC).

This crucial position will also involve various tasks to support the County’s financial integrity and operational excellence, significantly contributing to the overall success of San Mateo County.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting, and grant disbursement.
• Experience in developing and presenting operating and capital budgets, including preliminary estimates and salary projections.
• Proficiency in tracking and monitoring budgets, preparing periodic reviews, and ensuring adherence to timelines.
• The ability to resolve cross-departmental budget issues and propose procedural solutions.
• Analytical skills to conduct financial analyses and special research projects, evaluate alternatives, and make recommendations.
• Excellent written communication skills for preparing technical records, reports, and recommendations.
• Computer skills and knowledge of a variety of software programs.

Examples Of Duties

The DEM AMA’s responsibilities may include, but are not limited, to the following:

• Develops and manages program, annual, and mid-cycle budgets, including revenue projections, forecasting, multi-year cash flow analysis, cost containment, distribution, grant funds disbursement, and salary and benefits projections.
• Tracks and monitors the adopted budget and prepares periodic budget reviews for submission to County departments, administration, and boards and commissions, such as the Emergency Services Council (ESC).
• Formulates, prepares, and communicates budget completion schedules, calendars, and deadlines.
• Facilitates and coordinates the resolution of cross-departmental budgetary issues, including identifying and proposing procedural solutions.
• Balances expenditures and revenues and identifies funding gaps; assists departments in resolving funding issues; prepares status reports and manages budgetary control systems; recommends and processes budget amendments.
• Ensures compliance with Federal, State, County, and funding agency regulatory and reporting requirements and applicable laws, regulations, and professional practices.
• Attends meetings, conferences, workshops, and training sessions and reviews publications and related materials to become and remain current on principles, practices, and new developments in assigned work areas.
• Performs 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:

• Education: Degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business administration, fiscal, or a related field.
• Experience: At least one year of fiscal administrative experience is typically required at the Associate Management Analyst level.

Application/Examination

If you are interested in being considered for this position the following items must be submitted via e-mail:

• Cover letter with responses to Supplemental Questions (maximum of 2 pages)
• Resume

Supplemental Questions:

• Describe your experience in fiscal management, specifically in budget preparation, monitoring, and financial analysis. How has this experience equipped you for success in the Associate Management Analyst role?
• Provide an example of a complex fiscal analysis you've conducted. What methods did you use, and what were the key findings or recommendations?
• Describe a situation where unexpected financial challenges arose. How did you adapt your approach to address these challenges effectively?

Please include the words "DEM Associate Management Analyst" in the subject line of the email submission. Please submit the required materials electronically via email to:

Rick Reed, Emergency Management Coordinator

Email: rreed1@smcgov.org

NOTE: Application materials are only accepted via e-mail. Materials sent via regular mail and/or fax will not be accepted. Submittals that do not include all required elements (cover letter with responses to supplemental questions and a resume) will not be considered.

Reporting to the Building Official, this specialized classification performs the full range of duties related to building inspection and code compliance activities required to ensure compliance with the City’s Municipal Code as well as the full range of routine to complex inspections of residential, commercial, and industrial buildings; investigates citizen complaints of public nuisances and quality of life issues and seeks voluntary compliance or issues citations and initiates abatement procedures; performs inspections at various stages of construction, alteration, and repair of residential, commercial, and industrial building sites to enforce building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and environmental codes, and other governing laws and ordinances, including basic zoning, grading, fire, and safety regulations; reviews applications and conducts inspections on a wide range of business licenses and special events permits such as those for massage establishments, special events, and noise exemptions; and performs related work as required.

City offices operate on a 9/80 schedule: Monday-Thursday for 9 hours, 8-hours one Friday, off/closed the other Friday. This position is located at City Hall, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue; operational hours are 7:30 am-5:00 pm.

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The County of San Mateo’s Department of Emergency Management (DEM) is accepting applications from dedicated individuals for the position of DEM Coordinator – Alert and Warning (Unclassified).

DEM’s mission is to advance community resilience through a proactive and comprehensive approach to emergency management, involving the whole community in every phase of disaster preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery.

To learn more about the DEM please visit https://www.smcgov.org/dem

About The Position

The Alert and Warning Coordinator will be responsible for assessing the County's existing community alert and warning programs and systems in multiple languages for effectiveness, identifying service gaps, and recommending and implementing enhancements. This includes developing emergency notification and communication standards, protocols, and processes; managing vendor services and contracts; coordinating system access and training for authorized users; and initiating plans to integrate the County's program and system with the emergency functions of other government agencies, including Integrated Public Alert and Warning System and reversed 9-1-1.

Additionally, the Alert and Warning Coordinator will assist the County in identifying areas at risk for hazards and threats to the communication system, provide community education, and determine how to integrate community alert and warning systems with other technologies. The selected candidate will handle a variety of tasks to ensure the County's preparedness for any event, including participating in a weekly on-call rotation, maintaining 24-hour readiness, and responding to the field or Emergency Operations Center (EOC) during emergencies or disasters.

This crucial role will also require engaging with the public and stakeholder organizations, participating in advisory committees and work groups, and representing the County at all levels of government to develop a comprehensive emergency alert and warning program for the County of San Mateo.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Strong knowledge of IPAWS protocols.
• Familiarity with local state and federal regulations.
• The ability to understand the current use of technology in emergency response and implement these technologies at DEM.
• Excellent written communication skills, including experience in proposal, report, and grant writing.
• The ability to engage with the public and stakeholder organizations to identify and develop effective outreach strategies and create a holistic Alert and Warning program for the County.
• Proficiency in computer skills and operating standard computer applications, including but not limited to word processing, spreadsheet software, PowerPoint, and email communication.
• The ability to work with a wide variety of situations (field, office, EOC) and disciplines (law enforcement, fire services, and emergency medical personnel).
• The ability to work with information systems and can code in Python, Java, or C++.
• A valid California Driver's License (depending upon the assignment).
• Completion of Incident Command System (ICS) Courses 100, 200, 700, and 800.
• Completion of IS-247.C: Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) for Alert Originators and IS-248: Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) for the American Public.
• A Master’s Degree in public administration, emergency management, crisis communication, security studies, or a related field is preferred but not required.
• An understanding of Laws, rules, and regulation governing public communication and warnings.
• Knowledge of Information technology, including but not limited to radio communication systems, software, and hardware related to emergency management and communication.

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:

Education : Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business, public administration, emergency management or related discipline.

Experience : One year of experience having responsibility for assisting in program planning, development and budgeting in the public, military, or private organization, preferably related to emergency/disaster planning and management.

Application/Examination

If you are interested in being considered for this position the following items must be submitted via e-mail:

• Cover letter with responses to Supplemental Questions (maximum of 2 pages)
• Resume

Supplemental Questions:

• Can you describe in detail your experience in developing and managing alert and warning systems in an emergency management context? What specific alert and warning technologies and platforms have you worked with in your previous roles?
• Describe a time when the communications your team sent out were not accurate. What immediate steps did you take to address the issue, and what long-term actions did you implement to prevent similar mistakes in the future?
• If you’re coordinating an emergency response and encounter a malfunctioning virtual EOC system, walk us through the steps you would take troubleshooting this issue.

Please include the words " DEM Coordinator – Alert & Warning - Unclassified" in the subject line of email submission. Please submit the required materials electronically via email to:

Rick Reed, DEM Coordinator

Email: rreed1@smcgov.org

Application materials will be reviewed as they are received and qualified candidates will be contacted by the department for an interview.

Apply immediately. Application materials will be accepted until the position is filled. This posting is open on a continuous basis and selection may be made at any time within the process.