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Valley Water is searching for top-tier candidates to fill this exciting opportunity. Internal candidates will get first consideration.

Overview:
NOTE: 5.0% MMBA differential will apply
 
Valley Water is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to fill the Strategic Programs Administrator position within the Office of Integrated Water Management reporting to the Assistant Chief Executive Officer. The Strategic Programs Administrator serves as a strategic right-hand to the Assistant CEO helping to develop and maintain key agency-wide processes and procedures and oversee strategic projects and special initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a unique blend of expertise in project management, financial analysis, and policy development. The position works closely with the Chief of Staff to the Chief Executive Officer and will regularly coordinate with the senior leadership team. This position may lead and participate in the work of staff and consultants, both internally and externally.
 
The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of public sector administration and strategic planning best practices and will be skilled in generally accepted research methodologies. They will be able to lead diverse groups, establish trust and credibility with co-workers and the public and have the ability to create and achieve "win-win" solutions to problems and conflicts. Strong written and verbal communications skills are essential in this position.

 Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee a range of complex analytical and administrative projects, identify key issues, assist in setting and establishing priorities, and propose solutions in alignment with agency goals and objectives.
• Evaluate and develop appropriate policies and procedures to address regulations, legislation, and projects that impact the strategic goals and direction of Valley Water.
• Develop, recommend, and implement strategies, policies, and procedures to protect and promote Valley Water’s interests; prepare long-range plans for operations including forecasting financial needs and preparing budgets; monitor the financial integrity of assigned programs; and identify opportunities to enhance financial strength.
• Prepare and deliver presentations and briefings to staff, management, and the Board, other agencies, local, State and Federal elected officials, and their staff, and prepare comprehensive reports for Valley Water staff, management, and the Board.
• Interact extensively with management, senior technical, legal, and policy staff and elected officials including other water agencies, business groups, regulatory, and governmental agencies, and environmental groups.

Ideal Candidate's Background Includes:
 Applicants whose experience and background best match the ideal experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education are considered ideal candidates for the position. To determine the top candidates, each applicant will be assessed based on the ideal candidate criteria as listed below.
 
 Ideal Experience:

• Six (6) years of increasingly responsible experience providing complex, analytical support to the executive or senior management level, preferably in the public sector, water industry, public utility, or related environment. 
• Strategic planning, project management, financial analysis, and policy development experience.
• Experience developing, implementing, and managing processes and procedures. 

Ideal Skills and Abilities:

• Good judgment with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to understand and translate guidelines into action.
• Ability to identify key issues, develop policy recommendations, and advance organizational policies.
• Manage complex projects involving multiple stakeholders and requiring coordination and collaboration with external agencies and high-level executive managers.
• Strong and persuasive presentation skills and ability to obtain a win-win for all parties involved.
• Advanced problem-solving skills.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Can plan, assign, lead, review, and evaluate the work of staff.
• Ability to effectively represent Valley Water in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups, and various businesses, professional, and regulatory organizations, and in meetings with the public.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Ideal Knowledge:

• Principles and practices of public administration, project management, strategic planning, and budget development.
• Methods of developing, analyzing, implementing, and evaluating administrative policies and procedures.
• Principles and practices of public sector contract administration and management.
• Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations.

Ideal Training and Education:

• Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business administration, public administration, political science, law, environmental science, engineering, economics, or a related field.

Substitution: 
 Directly related experience may be substituted for the college requirement based on one and one-half years of experience for one year of education to a maximum of four years.

TEMPORARY POTTERY INSTRUCTOR

 (Recreation Instructor 2 - Job Code 9523)

Hours: 3 to 9 hours/week. Casual non-benefited employees are limited to working no more than twenty-five (25) hours per week and no more than 900 hours in a fiscal year (July 1-June 30).  

Recreation Services Division is seeking self-motivated, energetic, responsible individuals interested in employment as a pottery instructor for adults. Under general supervision of the Recreation Services Coordinator, pottery instructors are responsible for teaching pottery techniques through lecture and demonstrations.  Classes are run year-round and meet once a week for 3 hours. Class sessions are six weeks long and include a week break for cleaning and restocking after two consecutive class sessions (every 12 weeks).

• Teach pottery/ceramic classes by leading and demonstrating techniques associated with the subject matter
• Maintain a safe, friendly and inclusive class environment for all participants
• Adjust class as appropriate and as needed to meet the various skill levels of participants
• Develop curriculum for each class meeting
• Knowledge of glazing and firing techniques
• Develop projects to keep class interesting for both regular and repeat participants
• Maintain documentation as required
• Report to work in a timely manner and appropriately prepared

WORKING CONDITIONS
Position requires regular sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in the performance of activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading reports and work related documents and using a computer. Acute hearing is required when providing personal customer service. The need to lift, drag and push, pull objects weighing up to 25 pounds is also required. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodation.  

The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following way:
 
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Graduation from high school or tested equivalent; AND
• A minimum of 2 years as a professional potter or ceramicist; AND
• A minimum of 1 year of experience teaching *additional years of professional studio work may be substituted for teaching experience. 

Knowledge of:
Pottery and ceramic techniques including centering, wheel throwing, slab rolling, wedging, hand-building, low- and high-firing and glazing is required. Experience with alternative firing techniques is desirable, but not required.
ABILITY TO

• Work autonomously and as part of a team
• Develop new and interesting class curriculum
• Work with students of all levels and skill sets simultaneously

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• A degree(s) in pottery/ceramics 
• Practicing ceramicist/potter with exhibition and studio experience
• Experience with alternative firing techniques

APPLICATION PROCESS
If you are interested in this opportunity, please visit the City of Sunnyvale website at Sunnyvale Jobs and submit a completed application and responses to the supplemental questions to the Department of Human Resources.

Recreation Project/Grant Assistant 1

After School, Camp, Contracted Classes, Pre-School and Teen Programs 

(Job Code: 9323)

 Hours: Casual non-benefited employees are limited to working no more than twenty-five (25) hours per week and no more than 900 hours in a fiscal year (July 1-June 30). Seasonal non-benefited employees are limited to working no more than six (6) consecutive months and no more than 900 hours in a fiscal year (July 1-June 30).
 
THE POSITION
The City of Sunnyvale is seeking a self-motivated, energetic, responsible individual interested in assisting with the administration and supervision of After School, Camp, Contracted Classes, Pre-School and Teen Programs.  The Project/Grant Assistant 1 aids in the planning, administration and implementation of all programs hosted through the Recreation Services Division, Youth and Teen Unit.

Essential Job Functions

(May include, but are not limited to, the following):

• Assist Recreation Services Coordinators in planning, organizing, and implementing a variety of programs for Pre-School, Camp, Teen, After School and special events;
• Train and supervise part-time staff, as well as assist with staff recruitment and development;
• Assist in overseeing the day-to-day operations of program such as preparing activity/staff schedules and calendars, collect registration information, tabulate participant evaluations, purchasing supplies, maintaining inventory, cover open shifts, record keeping, program quality assurance or giving staff direction;
• Interact with parents, caregivers, volunteers, school district and City staff;
• Provide excellent customer service;
• Prepare public correspondence and promotional materials;
• Ensure the safety and well-being of program participants;
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

WORKING CONDITIONS
Position requires regular sitting, standing, walking, reaching, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading reports and work-related documents and using a computer. Acute hearing is required when providing personal customer service. The need to lift, drag and push, pull objects weighing up to 10 pounds is also required. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodation.

Minimum Qualifications

The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following way:

• 18 years old minimum age
• Two years or summer seasons of experience in recreation programs
• Two years or summer seasons of supervision of staff or volunteers 
• Must have availability to work during program hours
  • Morning shifts (8am – 12 pm)
  • After School shifts (12 – 6 pm)
  • Evening shifts (6 – 10 pm)
  • Weekend shifts

Licenses/ Certificates:

Possession at time of hire and continued maintenance of a valid California Class C driver's license and a safe driving record.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please visit the City of Sunnyvale's website and submit a completed application and responses to the supplemental questions to the Department of Human Resources.

THERAPEUTIC RECREATION INSTRUCTOR

(Recreation Instructor 1) 

 
Note: Temporary non-benefited casual employees are limited to working no more than twenty-five (25) hours per week and no more than 900 hours in a fiscal year (July 1 – June 30). 
 
The City of Sunnyvale is seeking a qualified, self-motivated, energetic individual interested in working for the Department of Library and Recreation Services. The Therapeutic Recreation Instructor will plan, implement and evaluate recreation programs for individuals with disabilities.

Essential Job Functions

As a Therapeutic Recreation Instructor, you will:

• Plan, implement and evaluate recreation programs for individuals with disabilities.
• Adapt activities to meet the needs of program participants; create a positive and safe environment; establish positive rapport with parents, participants and volunteers.
• Guide and direct volunteers.
• Maintain supplies and equipment.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings.

WORKING CONDITIONS 
Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading reports and work related documents and using a computer. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal customer service. The need to lift, drag and push files, paper, books and documents weighing up to 10 pounds is also required. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodation.

Minimum Qualifications

• The minimum age is 18 years old
• Work or volunteer experience with individuals with disabilities is desirable.

Licenses/Certificates: 
 Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C California driver's license and a safe driving record, or the ability to provide alternative transportation as approved by the appointing authority.

Application and Selection Process

APPLICATION PROCESS
If you are interested in this opportunity, please visit the City of Sunnyvale's website and submit a City of Sunnyvale employment application and complete responses to the supplemental questions to be considered for a position.

About the Positions

The Office of Racial Equity is hiring an Assistant to the City Manager position to serve as the Inclusion and Belonging Manager for the City of San José.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience and knowledge in:

• Being a bridge-builder with the San José community and trusted to be a local partner on immigrant and refugee issues;

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• Familiarity with legislative process, advocacy towards immigration policy and initiatives;

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• Understanding the local context regarding race, gender, and economic disparities and inequities;

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• Understanding of racial equity, welcoming and belonging principles;

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• Developing programs, policies, or practices that are equitable and are culturally and linguistically appropriate;

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• Meeting design, planning and facilitation;

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• Writing complex reports and effectively presenting findings;

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• Methods and techniques of research, data collection, critical and statistical analysis, report preparation, and presentation development; and

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• Supervision of staff and manage workload accordingly.

Central abilities key to this position include excellent communication, strategic planning, leadership and interpersonal skills, a commitment to excellent customer experience, and coalition building. The organization is looking for proven leaders, that enjoy working through complex issues to find creative and innovative solutions and process improvements.  Due to the complexity and scope of authority involved, this position requires someone who can work both independently and interdependently.

The Inclusion & Belonging Manager responsibilities include the following:

• Implementation of a Welcoming framework, as well as monitoring, evaluation, and quarterly reporting;

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• Form and staff a Welcoming San Jose Advisory Group;

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• Prepare council memorandums and presentations;

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• Engage in Citywide efforts to advance racial equity;

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• Develop and facilitate ongoing partnerships with other agencies and organizations, including Santa Clara County, Rapid Response Network, Refugee and Immigrant Forum, Welcoming America, Cities for Citizenship, local funders, and other networks that prioritize immigrants;

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• Serve as a liaison between the City and the immigrant and refugee community;

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• Work with the City Manager’s intergovernmental relations team to track local, state, and federal immigration legislation and develop new City policies and programs accordingly;

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• Supervise City staff and college interns; and

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• Other duties as assigned.

This is a permanent at-will position with the City Manager’s Office reporting to the Director of the Office of Racial Equity. Bilingual in Spanish or Vietnamese is preferable but not required.

Positions & Duties
About the Office:
The City Manager’s Office provides strategic leadership that supports the Mayor and City Council and motivates the organization to deliver high quality services that meet the community’s needs. The City Manager’s Office of Racial Equity (ORE) is responsible for advancing a citywide racial equity framework that will examine and improve San José’s internal policies, practices, and systems to eradicate  structural and/or institutional racism that exists in  City government and ultimately improve outcomes for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. ORE will achieve this goal through community engagement, policy analysis and development, trainings, data collection, as well as stronger accountability measures for City departments. ORE also includes Immigrant Affairs which advances the Welcoming San José Plan to create a more welcoming experience for immigrants, and facilitates immigrant inclusion in civic, economic, linguistic, and social aspects of life.

Position and Duties:
Racial Equity Senior Executive Analyst is integral to the City Manager’s Office of Racial Equity.

The ideal candidate will have substantive experience in:
• Understanding the local context regarding race, gender, and economic disparities and inequities
• Communicating and effectively presenting to people of diverse backgrounds throughout the community and organization 
• Cross-departmental and system collaboration to achieve collective impact
• General administration such as budgeting, report writing, and creating methods to track performance and communicate results
• Methods and techniques in research, data collection, statistical analysis, report preparation, and presentation

Primary Responsibilities:
• Support Office of Racial Equity leadership and staff through equity-focused strategic planning and identifying inequitable departmental policies and practices, while using a change management process
• Develop and implement tools and practices that center racial equity in Citywide analysis and decision making
• Review and analyze departmental policies and practices as they relate to racial equity, including both internal-facing policies  and external-facing policies and practices
• Assist Office of Racial Equity leadership and City Departments on best practices research on strategic topics of interest to the department, and stay abreast of national trends regarding racial equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging

Selection Process:
The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application, resume, and responses to the job-specific questions. You must answer all job specific questions and complete the Education/Work History section of the application to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration.

Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews.

To be considered for this position, you must fill out the online application available on the City of San José website. As part of this process, you will be required to submit a Cover Letter & Resume, provide three references, and responses to the following supplemental questions stated below:
1. Please indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position:
1. Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of professional level management and/or administrative experience.
2. Master’s Degree and three (3) years of professional level management and/or administrative experience.
3. None of the above.
2. How can your experience (lived and professional) and skillset improve racial equity in San José?
3. Share an example where you have had to engage diverse stakeholders to achieve a shared objective

You must answer all job specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. If you have questions about the duties of the position, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Chantel Khatchatourian by email at chantel.khatchatourian@sanjoseca.gov.

The Racial Equity Senior 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 Monday, July 12, 2021. Please submit your application by 11:59 p.m. (PDT) on Sunday, July 11, 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 Senior Executive Analyst classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay.

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 your online application was successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, please email CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov and we will research the status of your application. Please contact Human Resources at (408) 535-1285, or Human.Resources@sanjoseca.gov if you have any questions.

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Position and Duties:
The City Council has a Digital Inclusion and Broadband Strategy that seeks to accelerate the deployment of wired and wireless broadband for all people while making it more inclusive for the digitally underserved (closing the digital divide).  Executing this strategy requires accelerating Broadband permitting with the telecom providers for small cell, macro cell, and fiber optic infrastructure, working collaboratively with the community on the aesthetics and other community concerns associated with broadband deployment, and managing the day-to-day permitting workflow for the City’s Small Cell and Macro Cell Teams that execute the Permitting and Inspection processes for the City.

The Broadband Permitting Project Manager (Senior Executive Analyst) works as a member of the Civic Innovation Team reporting to the Broadband Manager (Assistant to the City Manager) responsible for Broadband and Digital Inclusion.

The Broadband Permitting Project Manager directly influences over $1B in private sector investment into the City. This private sector investment creates jobs, increases regional GDP, delivers Smart City capability, and delivers economic opportunities for the digitally under-served.

The Broadband Permitting Project Manager role requires a broad set of skills including project management, stakeholder coordination, strategic thinking, contract management, public policy, team leadership, and public collaboration. They will ensure City’s departments fulfill permitting in partnership with telecom providers demand by permitting communications facilities including cell towers, small cells, macro cells, and underground fiber optics, and conduit runs.  This role requires collaboration with various city departments including, but not limited to, other offices within the City Manager’s Office; the Emergency Operations Center; Planning, Building, and Code Enforcement; Fire; Library; Public Works; and the Office of Economic Development. Collaboration with public interest groups, community organizations, and other stakeholders will also be required.

The Broadband Permitting Project Manager responsibilities include the following:
• Execute and coordinate broadband permitting service levels across multiple departments with a balance of meeting industry needs and ensuring safe, well designed, and consistent review process.
• Coordinate with City departments involved with broadband deployment.
• Coordinate with the City’s Emergency Operations Center on telecommunications.
• Support Digital Inclusion efforts and oversight of the City’s Digital Inclusion Partnership.
• Collaborate with external stakeholders on community concerns with broadband deployments including individual residents and supporting community outreach.
• Measure weekly permitting performance and compliance with carrier agreement terms to drive improvements and provide clear communication.
• Report progress to senior City staff and telecom staff.

Selection Process:
The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application, resume, and responses to the job-specific questions. You must answer all job specific questions and complete the Education/Work History section of the application to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration.

Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews.

To be considered for this position, you must fill out the online application available on the City of San José website. As part of this process, you will be required to submit a Cover Letter & Resume, provide three references, and responses to the following supplemental questions stated below:
1. Please indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position:
1. Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, business administration, engineering, or related field and four (4) years of professional level management and/or administrative experience.
2. Master’s Degree and three (3) years of professional level management and/or administrative experience.
3. None of the above.
2. Please specify your degree, the area of study, and the institution you obtained it from.
3. Describe your experiences in project management, relationship management, and stakeholder collaboration.
4. Describe your experiences in project leadership role(s), such as defining project scope, managing schedule and budget, cross-departmental goal alignment, and providing regular updates to senior executive leadership.
5. Describe your particular skills and abilities that you believe would make you a successful member of the Office of Civic Innovation with a focus on skills and abilities related to the Broadband Permitting Project Manager position.

You must answer all job specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. If you have questions about the duties of the position, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Abigail Shull by email at abigail.shull@sanjoseca.gov.

The Broadband Permitting Project Manager 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 Monday June 28, 2021. Please submit your application by 11:59 p.m. (PDT) on Sunday, June 27, 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 Senior Executive Analyst classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay.

About the Positions

The Office of Racial Equity is hiring two Assistant to the City Manager positions. Each position is described below:

Racial Equity Manager

The Racial Equity Manager (Assistant to the City Manager) is a key position in the City Manager’s Office of Racial Equity. The ideal candidate will have significant experience and knowledge in:

• Leading and managing systems change in an organization;

• Understanding the local context regarding race, gender, and economic disparities and inequities;

• Developing, implementing, and leading diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, policies and practices with demonstrable outcomes;

• Cross-system collaboration to achieve collective impact;

• Serving as a coalition-builder with the San José community and trusted to be a local leader of racial equity;

• General administration such as budgeting, report writing, and creating mechanisms to track performance and communicate results; and

• Methods and techniques of research, data collection, statistical analysis, report preparation, and presentation.

Central abilities key to this position include excellent communication, strategic planning, leadership and interpersonal skills, strategic thinking, a commitment to customer service, and coalition building. The organization is looking for proven leaders, that enjoy working through complex issues to find creative and innovative solutions and process improvements.  Due to the complexity and scope of authority involved, this position requires someone who can work both independently and interdependently.

The Racial Equity Manager responsibilities include the following:

• Develop, manage, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive workplan to achieve the goals and performance measures of the Office of Racial Equity;

• Build coalitions and alliances with community and organizations known for advancing social justice and anti-racism strategies;

• Create and maintain a citywide infrastructure that embeds an equity culture and enables the organization to advance racial equity;

• Support City departments in the development of Racial Equity Action Plans and in evaluating, with a racial equity lens, current City policies, procedures and programs related to (but not limited to) recruiting and hiring, outreach, community engagement, procurement and contracting, permitting, code enforcement, housing development, and workforce development;

• Design and implement a budgeting for equity training, tools, and process;

• Develop and implement dynamic and professional development and skill development opportunities centered on equity, in partnership with training consultants;

• Supervise and manage a Senior Executive Analyst and interns;

• Work collaboratively with the Immigrant Affairs staff to ensure alignment with access and engagement priorities; and

• Other duties as assigned.

This is a permanent at-will position with the City Manager’s Office reporting to the Director of the Office of Racial Equity.

Immigrant Affairs Manager

The Immigrant Affairs Manager (Assistant to the City Manager) is a key position in the City Manager’s Office Racial Equity. The ideal candidate will have significant experience and knowledge in:

• Working directly with immigrant and refugee serving organizations and communities;

• Familiarity with legislative process, advocacy towards immigration policy and initiatives;

• Understanding the local context regarding race, gender, and economic disparities and inequities;

• Being a bridge-builder with the San José community and trusted to be a local partner on immigrant and refugee issues;

• Understanding of welcoming and belonging principles;

• Developing programs, policies, or practices that are culturally and linguistically appropriate; and

• Methods and techniques of research, data collection, statistical analysis, report preparation, and presentation

Central abilities key to this position include excellent communication, strategic planning, leadership and interpersonal skills, strategic thinking, a commitment to customer service, and coalition building. The organization is looking for proven leaders, that enjoy working through complex issues to find creative and innovative solutions and process improvements.  Due to the complexity and scope of authority involved, this position requires someone who can work both independently and interdependently.

The Immigrant Affairs Manager responsibilities include the following:

• Develop, manage, and implement programs to create a welcoming environment for immigrants and refugees, including the Welcoming San José Plan;

• Develop and implement strategies that support the integration of various immigrant and refugee groups in San José, including civic leadership academies and citizenship campaigns;

• Develop and implement strategies and programs aimed at promoting a greater understanding of immigrant communities by City staff, including increasing translation and language inclusion services Citywide, and facilitating cultural responsiveness training;

• Develop and facilitate ongoing partnerships with other agencies and organizations, including Santa Clara County, Rapid Response Network, Refugee and Immigrant Forum, Cities for Citizenship, and other networks that prioritize immigrants;

• Leverage the work of local non-profits and identify opportunities for partnership;

• Serve as a liaison between the City and the immigrant and refugee community;

• Oversight of Human Services Commission

• Work with the City Manager’s intergovernmental relations team to track local, state, and federal immigration legislation and develop new City policies and programs accordingly;

• Supervise and manage a Senior Executive Analyst and an Executive Analyst; and

• Other duties as assigned.

This is a permanent at-will position with the City Manager’s Office reporting to the Director of the Office of Racial Equity. Bilingual in Spanish or Vietnamese is preferable but not required.