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Climate Justice Engagement Manager

Advanced Professional Temp. | Exempt | 27-Hour Work Week

Two-Year Grant Funded Position

 

$8,497 - $13,182 per month*

Excellent benefits and work-life balance

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Apply by Friday, November 8, 2024, for first consideration

 

THE CITY is focused on enhancing our community members’ quality of life through well-designed services and a positive workplace culture.  San Rafael is the economic and cultural heart of Marin County, and its high quality of life is centered on its commercial districts, engaged neighborhoods, active lifestyle, and natural environment. San Rafael, with a population of approximately 60,000, 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 DIVISION

The Sustainability Division is a division of the City Manager’s Office and is primarily geared toward addressing climate change through greenhouse gas mitigation and adaptation and resilience efforts. The Division oversees development and implementation of the City’s Climate Change Action Plan, development of plans and programs to respond to sea level rise, and community engagement efforts to ensure communitywide participation. Current projects include an Equitable Low Carbon Economy project, a Sea Level Rise Collaboration and feasibility study, and exploration of long-term climate financing. Learn more about the Division’s priorities on the City’s website.

 THE POSITION

The City’s Sustainability Division is seeking a leader with strong project management skills who is collaborative, adept at building relationships internally and within the community, and who will be successful in planning, overseeing, and reviewing the City’s projects from a climate justice and community engagement lens.

This grant-funded and limited-term position is responsible for planning, developing, organizing, and implementing all activities of the City’s community engagement and project coordination efforts as they support Marin Community Foundation’s Climate Justice Initiative in the Canal neighborhood and other priority areas of the City.

This is an exempt, mid-management level position that will support the City’s Sustainability division and will be expected to coordinate with various other City departments. Under the general direction of the Sustainability Program Manager, the Climate Justice & Engagement Manager exercises independent judgment in the planning, overseeing, and reviewing the City’s projects from a climate justice and community engagement lens.

Major task areas include:

• Auditing plans and projects serving the Canal neighborhood and mapping out synergies and timelines
• Identifying opportunities for collaborative engagement between projects and timelines
• Identifying opportunities to incorporate climate justice - including equity, workforce development, sustainability, and resilience goals – into projects and deliverables of various projects
• Developing a roadmap for community engagement that weaves together these projects, deliverables, and engagement needs, and coaching staff to use it.
  • This would include best practices for engagement, including cultural competency, language access, creating feedback loops to inform community members of progress, and integrating important feedback into plans and projects.
• Supporting departments in their engagement efforts
• Making sure outside agency projects serving the Canal neighborhood are also aligned in terms of engagement, timing, and inclusion of climate justice

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (including but not limited to)

• Audit City plans and projects related to the Canal neighborhood to identify community engagement goals and needs as well as opportunities to elevate climate justice, resiliency, and sustainability.
• Work with various City departments to identify and include climate justice program objectives and work plan activities in current projects and planning efforts affecting the Canal neighborhood.
• Act as a liaison between City departments, the City manager’s Office and the Sustainability division to understand operational needs around engagement with the Canal neighborhood and other priority areas in the city.
• Work with community groups and nonprofits working with and representing constituencies in the Canal neighborhood and in general the City’s priority equity communities to understand the needs of the residents and businesses, and ensure that community engagement is strategic, effective, and non-extractive while also leading to measurable outcomes.
• Support the City’s goal to build engagement practices that provide equitable access to City services and information.
• Develop and helps to implement engagement strategies and plans that are culturally competent and address the needs of persons with access and functional needs and persons that are non-English speaking.
• Oversee Canal neighborhood engagement operations in coordination with the City Manager’s Office and Communications Team.
• Help to develop and execute both strategic and implementation plans for communications and engagement services, programs, and projects to support City departments in projects and planning efforts affecting the Canal neighborhood.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate has experience in bridging community and government and a demonstrated ability to connect across organizations to build collaborative partnerships. The candidate should have significant experience with government processes and be able to identify connections between plans. This person should have strong project management expertise, communications skills, and be a flexible, but strong leader. This candidate should also be skilled at communicating with people from different cultures, professional backgrounds, and different languages. Ideally, this person would be fluent in Spanish and English.

KNOWLEDGE OF

• Climate justice principles and methods for measuring accountability
• Strategic planning and project management
• Culturally competent community engagement strategies and best practices, that include communities of color and Spanish language communications
• Digital engagement services, technologies and emerging trends
• Principles and practices of user-centered design
• Change management
• Methods for monitoring, analyzing, and evaluating programs
• Business process improvements
• Communications, marketing, social media messaging and strategy
• Correct grammar usage, spelling, syntax, punctuation, and the principles of effective written communications
• Video communications

ABILITY TO

• Establish and maintain a working environment conducive to positive morale, individual style, quality, creativity, and teamwork.
• Identify challenges and emerging issues faced by the organization.
• Work with management team and staff to recognize internal and external communications opportunities and solutions and define and execute appropriate strategies to support them.
• Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality.
• Facilitate teams and lead decision-making processes in a collaborative environment.
• Manage interdepartmental committees and work programs.
• Mentor and develop staff using a supportive and collaborative approach on a consistent basis.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

A typical way to meet the minimum qualifications for this position is listed below. Any combination of education and or experience equivalent to the minimum qualifications will be considered.

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with a degree in environmental science, public policy, sociology, digital engagement, communications, community engagement, marketing, public relations, public administration, or closely related field.
• Three years of progressively responsible experience in related field, including at least one year in a management capacity.
• A Master's Degree is preferred.
• Ability to communicate in Spanish and/or Vietnamese is preferred.

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 sit, talk and/or hear and is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee is frequently required to use hands to handle or feel and to reach with arms. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee will somewhat regularly need to drive to off-site meetings and events. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to video displays and regularly works in inside environmental conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions, occasionally works in the evenings or on weekends and may travel occasionally. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

The Climate Justice Engagement Manager (Advanced Professional Temp.) position is a two-year, grant funded position, with a salary range of $8,497 - $13,182 per month, *pro-rated for .72 FTE (27-hour work week), and enjoys many of the benefits of the City’s San Rafael Mid-Management Employee Association (SRMMEA), including:

• City group health, with the City paying a fixed dollar amount toward the cost of the monthly insurance premium. The 2025 monthly flex dollar allowance is (pro-rated based on FTE %):
  • Employee only:         $950.00
  • Employee plus one:  $1,900.00
  • Family:                        $2,400.00
  • Opt-out of City coverage and receive $950 cash-in-lieu (if eligible)
• Dental: Premium fully paid for employee plus eligible dependents
• Vision: Premium fully paid for employee plug eligible dependents
• Vacation: 15 days annual leave Vacation leave (hours accrued each pay period, range increases up to 25 days depending on years of service)
• Administrative leave: 10 days annually (applied every January – pro-rated based on date of hire)
• Sick leave: 12 days annual leave (hours accrued each pay period)
• 12 paid holidays, plus 1 paid floating holiday
• City-paid Life AD&D policy - $300,000
• City-paid LTD policy - $7,500
• Gym membership reimbursement – up to $198 per year
• In lieu of participation in the City’s MCERA pension program, Advance Professional Temp. positions are enrolled in PARS retirement plans, with employer contribution of 3.75% and employee contribution of 3.75% of their salary to the retirement plan.

 

SEARCH SCHEDULE

 

This position is open until filled with a first resume review date of Friday, November 8, 2024.

Preliminary interviews will be held in person (preferred) on Wednesday, November 20, 2024.

Finalist interviews will be held in person on Thursday, November 21, 2024.

It is recommended that you plan your calendar accordingly.

 

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 since this information will be used to determine who will be invited to participate in the next phase of the examination process.  The examination process may include any or all of the following:  Application appraisal, oral board examination, and written examination.  The passing point for the oral and/or written examination final score will be 70%.  Prior to appointment, candidate must pass a background check, DMV check, pre-employment physical/drug screen, and fingerprinting.  To file an application, go to www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies.”  Select “City of San Rafael”.  For more information on the City of San Rafael, go to www.cityofsanrafael.org.

Join an agency committed to creating a healthy breathing environment for every Bay Area resident while protecting and improving public health, air quality, and the global climate!

The Bay Area Air Quality Management District (Air District) is a regional government agency, committed to achieving clean air to protect the public's health and the environment. The Air District accomplishes this goal through regulation of industrial facilities and various outreach and incentive programs designed to encourage clean air choices. The Air District's jurisdiction encompasses all of seven counties - Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara and Napa, and portions of two others - southwestern Solano and southern Sonoma.

At the Air District, we take pride in our commitment to fostering a workplace that values diversity and promotes cultural awareness. We prioritize employee engagement by providing a collaborative and inclusive environment that encourages active participation and open dialogue. Additionally, we believe in pay equity and strive to create an equitable compensation structure. With a strong emphasis on work-life balance, we understand the importance of supporting our employees' well-being both inside and outside the workplace. Join us in a dynamic and inclusive culture where your contributions are celebrated and your growth is nurtured.

The Air District is currently accepting applications for the position of Principal Air Quality Specialist in the Ambient Air Quality Analysis section of the Meteorology and Measurements Division. This is an open recruitment for one(1) full-time, represented position.

We have exciting internship opportunities available at the City of Millbrae’s Public Works Department Environmental Programs Division.  Interns can work up to 1,000 hours per fiscal year. 

 

The interns would work on projects, such as assisting with the water conservation programs and reporting, implementation of Millbrae’s 2020 Climate Action Plan measures (i.e. e-bike sharing programs and Safe Routes to School projects), and community engagement support.  Interns would report to the Environmental Programs Manager located at City Hall at 621 Magnolia Avenue.

 

We encourage anyone interested in environmental programs to apply.  Jump start your career early through participating in these valuable, paid internships.  Join the Millbrae team to learn and experience City government! 

 

SUMMARY:  Under close supervision, performs a variety of entry-level administrative tasks and special projects; assists in the coordination of administrative activities and analysis of department systems and procedures; and performs related work, as required.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills.  This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required.  The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer.  Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:

 

• Research, compile, tabulate, and analyze data for a variety of administrative and departmental matters.
• Assist department personnel in assigned administrative, planning, organizational, technical, and professional tasks.
• Provide suggestions or recommendations regarding department specific projects.
• Prepare and present reports; draft policies and procedures; respond to requests for information. 
• Perform specific department related duties and tasks as required.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

 

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines: 

Proof of enrollment in a college or university OR recent graduates with paid or volunteer work experience, which demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the duties of the position.  Major course of study may be in one of the following areas: Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, Architecture, Computer Science, Engineering, Urban Planning, Human Resources, Communications, Recreation Administration, OR a related field of study. Education and experience will be evaluated based on the actual position.

 

Knowledge of: 

• Principles and practices of public administration and organization applicable to a local agency.
• Administrative techniques; statistical practices and methods of graphic presentation.
• Modern office methods, practices, procedures, and equipment, including personal computers and modern software and spreadsheet programs.
• Elements of business writing and proper use of English, vocabulary, spelling, punctuation, and grammar.  

 

Skill in:  

• Providing efficient customer service and communicating clearly and objectively both verbally and in writing.
• Organizing with the ability to prioritize work and exercise independent judgment, wisdom, common sense, and initiative.
• Thoroughly carrying out oral and written instructions.
• Gathering and analyzing data; preparing narrative reports and performing numerical analysis.
• Evaluating and recommending changes to policies, programs, and practices.
• Conducting research; proficiently utilizing a personal computer in completing special projects. 
• Following written and oral instructions with minimum supervision; effectively presenting information in writing and orally to the general public, outside agencies, and fellow employees. 
• Speaking effectively in a public forum on related topics and issues. 
• Prioritizing and scheduling workload to ensure completion when faced with deadlines or emergencies.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including City and other government officials, community groups, and the general public; and apply safe work practices.

 

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid Class "C" California driver's license. 

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed in an office environment in close proximity to other workers.  Incumbent shall be exposed to those conditions normally encountered in a business office environment.  Physical demands require frequent standing, reaching, leaning, twisting, grasping, lifting and sitting for prolonged periods of time.  Must carry moderately heavy boxes up to 50 pounds and/or utilize a dolly.  Incumbent must be able to drive safely to various City sites.  Incumbent must be able to see and hear in the normal range, with or without correction.  Incumbent must have the stamina to work long hours and overtime, if assigned, and be willing to work an irregular schedule, which might include evenings, weekends, holidays, and varying hours.

 

 

 

EXCITING OPPORTUNITY
The Town of San Anselmo is seeking an experienced and motivated Community Services Director to plan, develop and administer the Town's recreation programs, volunteer program and event services, and provide highly complex administrative support to the Town Manager.

This is an exceptional opportunity for recreation professionals who are prepared to advance their careers and enthusiastic about leading and overseeing recreational activities for a close-knit, supportive community. The Community Services Director receives administrative direction from the Town Manager, policy direction from the Town Council, and serves as staff to the Parks & Recreation and Arts Commissions which act in an advisory capacity to the Town Council.

Please click Director of Community Services PDF for more information. 

This position within the Agricultural Department assists with performing a variety of tasks primarily related to agriculture and weights and measures. This includes weights and measures programs, pest detection, noxious weed control, pest exclusion, pest eradication, pesticide use enforcement, seed law, nursery, and apiary programs. This position is scheduled for forty (40) hours per week. 
 

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Operate pest detection trapping routes and conduct pest surveys; collect and submit specimens for identification. 
• Conduct surveys and compile noxious weed location records; service and maintain spray equipment.
• Assist in livestock scale testing, test and seal retail motor fuel dispensers and other petroleum meters. 
• Perform minor repairs on traps and equipment, clean traps and equipment.
• Maintain inventory on traps and equipment.
• Perform a variety of administrative technical work in the department to which assigned.
• Perform  related duties as assigned. 

The City of Redwood City

invites your application for

COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICER

A Community Service Officer is a non-sworn uniformed police technician who is responsible for basic criminal and traffic collision investigations, issuing parking citations and warnings, towing abandoned vehicles, and basic collection of investigative information and evidence. The duties of Community Service Officers are instrumental in ensuring the availability of sworn police officers to conduct more critical patrol activities. This current opening in the Police Department is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual seeking variety and challenge in an area of law enforcement which does not involve criminal enforcement activity such as making arrests or serving warrants.  The incumbent will perform a variety of important law enforcement duties and will respond to calls for service from members of the public in appropriate circumstances; including performing traffic control, serving subpoenas, taking crime reports, assisting in community events, and in other areas which do not require arrest powers.

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, collaboration, inclusion and innovation.  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 City of Redwood City invites you to apply for the position of Community Service Officer. 

Please click on the job announcement pdf file below to review the recruitment information.

• A complete application is required, including the supplemental questionnaire.
• Please see special instructions for more information on completely filling in the application.
• Submit your application online via CalOpps by October 27, 2024.
• Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

*LATERAL HIRING INCENTIVES

· Hiring Bonus $2,500 - $10,000 (DOE)

· 50 Hrs. Sick & 50 Hrs. Vacation @ Hire

· Reduced Training Period

· Reduced Probationary Period

· Relocation Assistance May Be Available

*Lateral Hiring Incentives Eligibility: Must be currently employed with an adult county, state, or federal correctional institution.

 

The Yuba County Sheriff’s Department is currently accepting applications to establish an eligibility list for the classification of Correctional Officer.  Under continuing supervision incumbents perform a wide variety of support in two areas: corrections, in which incumbents ensure the security, safety and care of individuals in custody; and bailiff, in which incumbents ensure the safety and security of the courts and their personnel during court proceedings; and perform related work as assigned. Incumbents may be assigned to either County Jail security or Court security. 

 

About the Sheriff’s Department :

The Yuba County Sheriff's Department is responsible for the administration of the Yuba County Jail and Jail staff. The Mission of the Yuba County Jail is to provide safe, efficient, humane and secure custody of all persons incarcerated. The county prisoner population is made up of those who are sentenced to county jail, those serving state prison sentences in the county jail under AB109, and those who are pre-trial and who have not yet been sentenced. The jail provides a necessary link in the criminal justice system. There are numerous programs operating within the facility including medical, kitchen, exercise, commissary, visiting, law library, inmate education, work programs, work furlough program, and inmate classification.

 

Join an agency committed to creating a healthy breathing environment for every Bay Area resident while protecting and improving public health, air quality, and the global climate!
The Bay Area Air Quality Management District (Air District) is a regional government agency, committed to achieving clean air to protect the public's health and the environment. The Air District accomplishes this goal through regulation of industrial facilities and various outreach and incentive programs designed to encourage clean air choices. The District's jurisdiction encompasses all of seven counties - Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara and Napa, and portions of two others - southwestern Solano and southern Sonoma.

At the Air District, we take pride in our commitment to fostering a workplace that values diversity and promotes cultural awareness. We prioritize employee engagement by providing a collaborative and inclusive environment that encourages active participation and open dialogue. Additionally, we believe in pay equity and strive to create an equitable compensation structure. With a strong emphasis on work-life balance, we understand the importance of supporting our employees' well-being both inside and outside the workplace. Join us in a dynamic and inclusive culture where your contributions are celebrated and your growth is nurtured.

The Air District is accepting applications for the position of Senior Staff Specialist in the Strategic Incentives (SI) Division. This is an open recruitment for two (2) full-time, represented position. The Senior Staff Specialists will be assigned in either the AB617 position or in the Program Lead position.

The Strategic Incentives Division supports the Air District’s mission by managing incentive funding that is awarded to eligible projects that achieve voluntary reductions of air pollutants and greenhouse gases, primarily from on- and off-road vehicles and equipment that operate in the Air District’s jurisdiction. Annually, the Strategic Incentives Division administers more than $90 million in new revenue to fund programs and projects that replace older diesel-fueled vehicles and

Lateral Hiring Incentives*

• Hiring Bonus $2,500 - $10,000 (DOE)
• 50 Hours Sick & 50 Hours Vacation (@ Hire)
• Relocation Assistance May Be Available

(*Lateral Hiring Incentives Eligibility: Must be currently employed with a another recognized law enforcement agency.)

The County of Yuba is actively recruiting to fill current vacancies and establish an employment list for the position of Public Safety Dispatcher within the Sheriff’s Department.  The incumbent receives 9-1-1 system sheriff, fire, medical emergency and rescue calls; dispatches sheriff, fire and medical personnel following established procedures; maintains communication with officers in the field to ensure safety and provide back-up and information; provides relief coverage for the records unit; and performs related work as assigned. These classifications require shift work and the ability to make decisions and act appropriately in stressful situations. The work also involves interdepartmental cooperation with various public safety agencies located throughout the County to coordinate the most effective response to requests for assistance from the public.

The Seasonal Ranger Assistant falls under the general direction of the Chief Ranger and will support Park Staff and Rangers in maintaining the natural beauty and safety of the Mountains Recreation & Conservation Authority’s various parks and open spaces. This role involves assisting with public safety, visitor services, educational programs, resource management, and park maintenance. The ideal candidate is passionate about the outdoors, enjoys working with the public, and is committed to environmental conservation.

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This is a professional position that requires a highly motivated, responsible, organized and self-starter individual who can handle an array of tasks, has good judgement and can make decisions, and works independently or as part of a team.

Type

This is a seasonal, non-exempt, at-will position.

Supervision

This position reports to the Division Chief. Assorted tasks may be supervised by other Executive staff. The position supervises no other staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

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

• Maintain electronic and mechanical pay stations.
• Collection and transport of money from pay stations.
• Issuing parking citations.
• Perform traffic control.
• Open and close park gates.
• Use, wear, and maintain an assigned uniform.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on agency parks and various equipment.
• Perform a variety of maintenance, restoration, and repair duties.
• Remove graffiti as necessary, empty trash cans, clean restrooms, clean up litter, and remove graffiti and illegal dumping.
• Conduct interpretive programs.
• Operate with substantial independence and coordinate work with others in completing assignments.
• Coordinate with vendors and other government entities.
• Maintain good habits of answering and responding to incoming telephone calls, and correspondence, and when communicating and providing customer service to citizens who seek assistance.
• Maintain positive relationships with coworkers, representatives of other government agencies, non-profit organizations, homeowner’s associations, and the public at large.
• Perform related duties as required.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to hike, run, bend, lift, stoop, kneel, reach and climb, lift and carry items weighing up to 60 pounds for a distance up to 50 feet both indoors and outdoors, constantly work in outdoor weather conditions and frequently move about work sites, Incumbents should have physical strength, endurance and agility; be mentally alert and physically sound; hearing and vision sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job.

Required Hours and Location

This position is seasonal with an assigned 10-hour shift on Fridays and optional 10-hour shifts on Saturday, Sunday, or Monday as needed.  This position will terminate at or before 900 hours and is intended to run concurrently with the Background Investigation and Hiring process for Ranger Trainee, for Seasonal Ranger Assistants who communicate an interest in doing so within the introductory period of the season. Must be available to work at various locations.

 

Public Contact

As public parklands, the majority of MRCA properties are open to the general public during operating hours. This position will have contact with members of the public in public areas such as parking lots and shared public/office restrooms, and during public meetings.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

Education and Experience

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Have a High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• One (1) year of experience in customer service, law enforcement, parking enforcement, EMS, or other related field is recommended for appointment.

Training and Certification

• Certificate in First Aid/CPR for the professional rescuer or equivalent, or ability to attain upon employment.

 

Knowledge of or ability to learn: 

• Common Windows-based programs including Office 365, word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Proficiency in basic mathematics; basic grammar and spelling as required in preparing reports and records.

Ability to:

• Prioritize varying tasks, projects, and manage multiple projects at once.
• Work independently to handle multiple tasks under deadlines.
• Revise work approach and/or tactics to address changing conditions.
• Complete projects and follow oral and written directions.
• Quickly change tasks and focus.
• Exercise discretion and sensitivity to confidential information.
• Ability to complete the MRCA Wildland Fire training upon employment.

Competencies:

• Excellent oral and written English language skills. Not required to be a native English speaker, but fluency in English is required.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relations with those contacted in the course of work including the general public.
• Emotional maturity; tact and diplomacy; poise and self-confidence.

Other Requirements:

Candidates must have a valid California driver’s license in good standing with a satisfactory driving record (must provide DMV printout). Employees must be willing to participate in agency emergency response. Bilingual skills in English, and other locally common language, such as Spanish, Korean, Farsi, Chinese, Armenian, Yiddish, or Tagalog is desired.

All appointment offers are contingent upon the following:

• Background check including submission of fingerprints to Department of Justice, and a

  record clean of violent crimes or felonies.

• Successful completion of a physical examination including a drug test and TB test.

• Verification of the right to work in the United States.

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

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