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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. 

The City of Mill Valley is accepting applications for Deputy Director - Arts & Recreation. If you are a seasoned, creative, and entrepreneurial  recreation professional looking for your next advancement opportunity, this may be the position for you. Mill Valley Recreation has a long history of innovative programming, first-class facilities, and strong community support. We invite you to join our legacy!

The Deputy Director supports the management and administration of the Recreation Department and directs a team of four Recreation Supervisors and their respective divisions and facilities. They work with the Director to establish and refine best practices for the creation, implementation, and delivery of recreation programming and services. Additionally, the incumbent will assist with the development and coordination of the City’s Parks and Recreation Commission, as well as its Arts Commission.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Including but not limited to):

•  Assists Director in supervision and administrative control over the organization, staffing, and operation of the Recreation Department and the 29,000 square foot Community Center.
• Engages in strategic thinking to develop and implement goals, objectives, priorities and policies.
• Provides staff assistance to the Director; provides interdepartmental support on various projects; develops and recommends modifications to recreation programs, facilities, policies, and procedures as appropriate.
• Conducts and supervises wide variety of special projects including policy analysis and development, program and facility development and customer service enhancement.
• Prepares a variety of regular and special reports and records on operations and activities related to the Arts & Recreation Department; develops professional service contracts, requests for qualification and proposal and completes grant applications and proposals.
• Responds to and resolves citizen inquiries and complaints and controversial issues.
• Represents the Department and the Director on various occasions and serves on a variety of internal and external committees. Acts in the absence of the Director.

The City of Mill Valley is seeking a self-directed problem- solver with an entrepreneurial spirit, high standards of excellence, and demonstrated commitment to public service and program development.

Under the direction of the Recreation Supervisor, the Recreation Coordinator II – Aquatics Safety manages the City’s Aquatics lifeguards and scheduling, including lap swim, water-walking, lifeguard certification, community CPR/First Aid classes and JR Lifeguard program.  This position also supervises all lifeguards, senior lifeguards and provides key assistance to the Recreation Supervisor on all related matters (works closely with Recreation Coordinator I- Aquatics programs to support division goals and activities).

The Aquatics & Fitness Center is a 7-day a week operation.

Recreation Coordinator II schedule may include Saturdays and Sundays and is subject to change depending on facility and supervisor needs. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Recruit, hire, manage, train, schedule, audit, discipline and evaluate staff, contractors, interns, and volunteers.
• Schedule and provide regular in-service training for aquatics staff.
• Schedule and provide regular class and certification offerings necessary to staff for the proper operation of a public pool facility.
• Manage and develop the swim lesson program to balance and meet the needs of the community and the goals of the Department.
• Plan, develop and implement programs and events.
• Evaluate the progress and effectiveness of scheduling and programming utilizing measurable outcomes.
• Coordinate with local police and fire agencies for emergency response protocols.
• Assist in the development of policies, procedures, contracts, and manuals for facility users and staff.
• Work with local organizations, businesses, school personnel, parents, and community members in developing recreational programs and activities.
• Maintain all personal certifications and be available to lifeguard, teach swim lessons, and otherwise supplement line staff when needed.
• Provide assistance and guidance to facility users, anticipate and resolve problems, provide quality customer service.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

*Please review Job Description for a complete list of duties.

Resumes/cover letters will not be accepted in lieu of the City’s official application through Calopps but should accompany the application. 

Filing deadline is: 9:00pm Saturday, May 11, 2024.

Please make sure to submit resume, cover letter, certifications, and complete supplementary questions. 

INTERVIEW SCHEDULE:

Round 1 will be scheduled for Wednesday, May 15, 2024, in person. 
Round 2 will be schedule for Wednesday, May 22, 2024, in person.

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Position:

The role of the Resilience Coordinator position will be to support the Mission of the Office of Emergency Management, which is “To provide leadership of the City of San José’s emergency management responsibilities through planning and coordination of programs, functions, and supporting activities to prepare for, respond to, and recover from all emergencies and disasters.” The position will assist in coordinating multi-hazard planning efforts in the City of San José, including reviewing documents with an intentional lens of Access and Functional Needs (AFN) and racial equity considerations in emergency.  This position requires high levels of analysis, document development, understanding of the State of California’s Standardized Emergency Management System principles and integration with response plans. This is the fully experienced level in the unclassified Executive Analyst series and requires an individual to work under the general direction of an assigned executive in the Office of Emergency Management with full professional independence.

·        Assist in the coordination of programs to integrate existing emergency preparedness and comprehensive operational plans and procedures with internal city offices and departments, other government agencies, community-based organizations, volunteers, public service agencies, private and nonprofit sector resource agencies to ensure that established programs and plans comply with state and federal guidelines.

·        Plan and coordinate emergency management operational activities, drills, and events with all levels of government, school districts, public utilities, community-based organizations, volunteers, public service agencies, private and nonprofit sector resource agencies with disaster response administration.

·        Research, evaluate, and assist in the development and maintenance of comprehensive emergency plans in accordance with federal and state emergency management guides.

·        During major disasters and emergencies, performs emergency management tasks requiring action from all levels of government, school districts, public utilities, community-based organizations, volunteers, public service agencies, private and nonprofit sector resources agencies.

·        Administers, coordinates, and presents Disaster Service Worker training for employees and emergency management training for Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Staff.

·        Monitors state and federal disaster preparedness information and requirement updates, and may advise management of issues

·        Assists with preparing correspondence, procedures, transmittals, project and grant applications and program reports associated with emergency management activities

·        Performs other emergency management duties as assigned

·        This position responds to activations of the EOC.

Typical Duties and Results 

•         Participates in the organization, administration, operations, and functions of the Office of Emergency Management

•         Assists in coordinating Office of Emergency Management programs with other city departments

•         Conducts research on emergency planning best practice activities of other like organizations

•         Assists in developing reports related to how to implement state and federal guidance on emergency planning

•         Assists in presentations and trainings on community preparedness, city preparedness activities, outreach and technical skills to operate in conjunction with the Emergency Operation Center

•         Supports office systems for emergency response workflow; revises emergency forms; manages records related to emergencies and disasters; proposes resolutions to challenges as they relate to emergency activities, documentation and recovery

•         Performs emergency preparedness tasks that requires attention to detail and integration with plans, procedures and training tools

•         Maintains administrative records, supplies, inventory control and tests of disaster equipment related to community preparedness

•         Provides public education training

•         Responds to activations of the Emergency Operations Center

•         Act as the Office of Emergency Management Duty Officer on a periodic basis

•         Performs other emergency management activities as needed

Distinguishing Characteristics

This position requires an energetic, well focused, and detailed oriented applicant.   Under general supervision, the applicant would be responsible for analytic work of moderate difficulty in areas such as plans and procedure development; review and analysis of existing plans and newly proposed plans; generalized analysis of continuity between plans; organization and methods analysis; or personnel analysis.  Performs additional work as required.

The position also requires a high level of professionalism, excellent customer service skills, and a strong work ethic.  The position requires excellent judgment, initiative, integrity, analytical and organizational skills.

Position:

The Emergency Coordinator classification is an entry-level position into the City Manager’s Office of Emergency Management.  The person fulfilling the job will report to the Director or Deputy Director of the Office of Emergency Management.

We are seeking energetic, well focused, and detailed oriented applicants.   Under general supervision, the applicant is responsible for analytic work in the areas of emergency management, instructional training, adult platform instruction, training scheduling and coordination of instructors, certification management, etc.  The position must be aware of the Office of Emergency Management’s plans and procedures and prepare training to implement the plans and programs. The position will also track available training through Bay Area, state, and federal resources. 

 Position and Duties:

The Training Coordinator position will focus on training and exercise activities.

The range of activities will include, but are not limited to, the following list.

• Support the implementation of a Multi-Year Training and Exercise Plan for the Emergency Operations Center staff.

• Manage a system to track available Urban Area Security Initiative, State, and Federal trainings to enhance delivery of instruction for Emergency Operation Center staff.

• Monitor State and Federal requirements for emergency management training, and be sure staff are aware of training opportunities to meet the requirements

• Facilitate the development of exercises within the City and exercises that engage community partners.

• Coordinate the delivery of designated contract training.

• Coordinate and track training attendance of the Office of Emergency Management, Emergency Operations Center and Department Operations Center staff.

• Coordinate with Office of Emergency Management staff, identify training needed to implement plans and protocols.

• Coordinate presentations and trainings on community preparedness, city preparedness activities, and outreach.

• Coordinate the public education program and requests for public engagement.

• As needed update the public education presentation materials and the employee Disaster Service Worker materials.

Typical Duties and Results

• Participate in the organization, administration, operations, and functions of the Office of Emergency Management

• Assist in coordinating applicable Office of Emergency Management programs with other city departments

• Conduct research on best practice activities of other like organizations

• Assist in developing reports related to how to implement state and federal guidance on emergency planning

• Perform emergency preparedness tasks that requires attention to detail and integration with plans, procedures and training tools

• Administrate the Learning Management System used to track Emergency Management training

• Maintain administrative records, supplies, inventory control and tests of disaster equipment

• Respond to activations of the Emergency Operations Center

• Act as the Office of Emergency Management Duty Officer on a periodic basis

• Perform other emergency management activities as needed

Minimum Knowledge of:

• Principles of effective written communication, including the preparation of clear and concise reports, documents, and revisions to documents

• Principles of administrative process and governmental organization

• Principles of adult learning

• Providing training to a culturally diverse community

Ability to:

• Work both independently and interdependently to ensure work is completed in an accurate, and timely fashion

• Promote and coordinate emergency preparedness messages

• Work with diverse groups, including volunteers

• Communicate effectively in written and oral form

• Be available to report to duty on a 24 hour a day basis, as needed

Preferred Experience in:

• Managing a Learning Management System

• Experience with content creation, graphic design and utilizing creative platforms for presentations/trainings

• Writing scopes of works for projects

• Working with executive level managers, elected officials and organization leaders

Distinguishing Characteristics

This is the entry into higher levels of the emergency management classification, where expertise is gathered in a specific field in order to progress into the more specialized class such as Emergency Planner.  Initially, supervision and training are given in detail, but as an incumbent becomes more capable, he/she works with a higher degree of independence.

These positions require someone with the ability to work both independently and interdependently to ensure work is completed in an accurate, and timely fashion.

The successful candidate will possess a high level of professionalism, excellent customer service skills, and a strong work ethic.  The position requires excellent judgment, initiative, integrity, analytical and organizational skills.

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Position and Duties:
The Mass Care Executive Analyst (EA) position will work out of the City Manager’s Office of Emergency Management (OEM) located at 855 N. San Pedro Street, San José.  

This EA position responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Participates in the organization, administration, operations, and functions of the Office of Emergency Management (OEM)
• Work directly with Council Offices, City Departments and outside agencies to develop a City of San José Mass Care Plan
• Develop, implement, and manage a shelter inventory procedure for both City-owned and privately-owned locations
• Conduct periodic training for both City employees and outside agencies to ensure that the Mass Care Plan is implemented seamlessly during an emergency
• Confer with staff in various City departments on administrative matters and coordinates responses to questions and concerns for the City Manager
• Recommend and write procedures, oversee the implementation of program policies and procedures, provide training on program requirements and best practices and conduct continuous process evaluation and improvements
• Monitor and assist in the development of reports on how to implement state and federal guidance on emergency planning
• Assist in presentations and trainings on community preparedness, City preparedness activities, outreach and technical skills to operate in the Emergency Operation Center (EOC)
• Provide technical skills for identified tasks, such as EOC activities, communications systems, information technology systems, etc.
• Maintain administrative records, supplies, inventory control and tests of disaster equipment
• Perform other emergency management activities as needed
• This position responds to activations of the EOC

Core Competencies:
The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated from past and current employment history:
• Job Expertise – Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.
• Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts.
• Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel.
• Teamwork and Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.
• Analytical Thinking - Approaches a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach.
• Problem Solving - Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome.
• Initiative - Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance.
• Supervision - Sets effective long and short-term goals based on a good understanding of management practices; establishes realistic priorities within available resources; provides motivational support; empowers others; assigns decision-making and work functions to others in an appropriate manner to maximize organizational and individual effectiveness.

Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San José will NOT sponsor, represent, or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Helen Trinh by email at helen.trinh@sanjoseca.gov.

The Mass Care Executive Analyst position will be open until filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time.

The first application review will be on Wednesday, August 11, 2021 at 8:00am PT. Please submit your application by 11:59 p.m. (PDT) on Tuesday, August 10, 2021 if you would like your application to be included in the first review.

Additional Information:
The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience. In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Executive Analyst classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay.