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The City of San Jose
The City of San Jose is a full-service Charter City and currently operates under a hybrid Council/Manager form of government. The City Council consists of ten Council Members elected by district and a Mayor elected at-large. The City Manager, who reports to the Council, and the executive team provide strategic leadership that supports the policy-making role of the Mayor and the City Council and ensures the organization delivers high quality services that meet the community needs. The City actively engages with the community through Council-appointed boards, commissions, and project specific engagement opportunities. Operations are supported by 6,885 full time equivalent positions and a total Fiscal year 2022-2023 budget of approximately $5.3 billion. San Jose is dedicated to maintaining the highest fiscal integrity and earning high credit ratings to ensure the consistent delivery of quality services to the community. Extensive information regarding San Jose can be found on the City website at www.sanjoseca.gov .

The Housing Department
The City of San Jose Housing Department mission is to strengthen and to revitalize the community through housing and neighborhood investments. The Housing Department has funded over 20,000 affordable apartments, oversees the Rent Stabilization Program that provides protection to both renters and mobile homeowners, and is implementing innovative programs to preserve restricted affordable apartments. The Housing Department also strives to make homelessness in San Jose rare, brief, and one-time, through the implementation of the Community Plan to End Homelessness. The Plan is a collaborative public-private partnership with the County of Santa Clara Office of Supportive Housing, the Santa Clara Housing Authority, and Destination: Home, a nonprofit. The Housing Department manages four U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Programs entitlement grants in addition to numerous state and local grant programs. Over the past three years, the Housing Department has played a major role in protecting the City most vulnerable residents by investing over $150 million in funding to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Housing Department has a capital budget of approximately $333.5 million, an operating budget of $19 million and 109 full-time employees. The Housing Department is committed to creating a welcoming, equitable, and supportive workplace for all employees.

The Housing Department is looking for a Senior Public Information Representative on the Communications Team.

Annual Salary range(s) for this classification is:

• Senior Public Information Representative: $124,815.60 - $152,050.08

The Housing Department is looking for a Senior Public Information Representative. The Housing Department addresses complex societal issues, including homelessness, affordable housing, and fair housing. Our audiences range from ordinary citizens to elected officials, and from nonprofits to advocacy groups. If you want to do meaningful and fulfilling work, utilizing every bit of creativity you possess, then this is the job for you.

This position will give you the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of real people while you have fun and collaborate with many internal and external stakeholders. Our team needs an individual who is excited to help educate the public about programs, projects and initiatives the City undertakes to address homelessness and make housing more accessible to everyone.

Please note, fluency in Vietnamese is strongly preferred.

Within our Communications Team, you will:

• Play an important role in helping the Housing Department share success stories and tell stories about the Department's efforts to address homelessness to the public, City Council and a wide range of stakeholders;
• Provide graphic design services for the entire Department, including signage, brochures, mailers, flyers, and presentations;
• Develop content for our Department social media channels, website, and SharePoint site;
• Support the Communications Team public outreach via email and social media;
• Manage the Department photo library;
• Manage the Department style guide and ensure all visuals produced by the Department comply with the City brand guidelines;
• Translate data and statistics about homelessness and affordable housing into relatable content that tells compelling stories via infographics and images;
• Support multidisciplinary project teams that include policy experts and project managers from within and outside the Housing Department;
• Produce the Department annual report (e.g., Rent Stabilization Program, Homelessness Response Team);
• Support the Department language access program and work with the City Manager Office to ensure compliance with citywide language access policies.

Your Mindset and Approach

• You are open-minded, curious and optimistic.
• You are agile and can be both scrappy (to move fast) and detail-oriented (to go deep).
• You have a contagious and positive work ethic.
• You take on tasks and challenges with high energy and you can be counted on to complete projects on time.
• You have a passion for storytelling.
• You have a proven history of working well in team situations and collaborating productively.
• You are knowledgeable about affordable housing and homelessness issues

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 (District) is a regional government agency, committed to achieving clean air to protect the public's health and the environment. The 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 District is recruiting for one (1) confidential position of Human Resources Technician I/II in the Human Resources Office.  
  
Definition
Under general supervision, provides technical and administrative support work in a variety of Human Resources functions, including benefits, onboarding/offboarding and other human resources programs.

Examples of Duties for this Position

(Illustrative Only)

Assists in the administration of employee benefits, health insurance plans, retirement, and leaves

Processes personnel actions, payroll records, and benefits in District’s Human Resources Information Systems or other computer software applications.

Informs and advises employees on general benefits and payroll information:  responds to employee inquiries and contacts third-party administrators and vendors to resolve problems.

Conducts new employee orientations and offboarding and provides information regarding District programs and policies.
 
Maintains and updates personnel files, procedures, forms and records.
Prepares various special and periodic reports.

Maintains a current knowledge of District policies and procedures and applicable laws and updates information as required.

May assists in coordinating human resources projects and programs as needed, including recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, training and organizational development, and safety and wellness.

Performs related work as assigned.

The City of San José is a place where we use civic technology to help our community thrive.

As the 13th largest city in the nation, the City manages a large set of services and assets. The City operates on a budget of $5 billion, with 7,000 employees serving 1+ million residents and 80,000 businesses in the heart of Silicon Valley.

Information Technology's (IT) mission: Put powerful tools and information in the hands of people to unleash their brilliance in service to our community. IT enables that mission through business and infrastructure systems, cybersecurity, data management and analysis, productivity and collaboration tools, the San Jose 311 resident experience platform, data equity and privacy programs, and strategic planning. San Jose is powered by truly great people, a robust technology environment, and a strong sense of purpose.

We promote work-life integration and a focus on growth to bring out the best in our people. Come join us in making San Jose the most vibrant, equitable, sustainable, and innovative city in America!

You can visit the Information Technology Department website to learn more about us.
NOTE - The first review of applications will be on Monday, August 5, 2024. Please submit your application by 11:59 p.m. (PST) on Friday, August 2, 2024, if you would like your application to be included in the first review. Candidates who pass the first application review round will be invited to interviews on the week August 12, 2024.

The City of San José is creating a civic technology foundation that helps our community thrive every day. Do you have the skills and sense of service it takes? If yes, read on...

This is an exciting opportunity under the Technical Infrastructure Division in the Information Technology Department (ITD). The Technical Infrastructure Division designs and engineers solutions that address and meet the City's strategies built around Smart City initiatives, such as Digital Inclusion and Digital Equity, Public Wi-Fi expansion for Economic Development, Endpoint Modernization and virtualization, Multi-cloud frameworks, and digital analytics to support data-driven decisions. The Technical Infrastructure Division includes citywide wired and wireless network infrastructure, core server infrastructure, public and private cloud infrastructure, and hyper-converged infrastructure. The city seeks motivated engineering-level candidates who are energized by opportunities to maximize their potential by learning new technologies, designing and implementing solutions, and fulfilling smart city initiatives.

Please note that the Enterprise Network Infrastructure Engineer (Enterprise Information Technology Engineer I/II) position is currently on a hybrid telework schedule - working remotely and onsite is subject to change.

Salary Information: The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate's qualifications and experience. In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Enterprise Information Technology Engineer (EITE) I/II shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay.

Salary Range including the 5% non-pensionable increase:

• Enterprise Information Technology Engineer I: $121,583.28 - $147,944.16 annually
• Enterprise Information Technology Engineer II: $128,812.32 - $156,942.24 annually

The EITE I/II classifications are represented by the Municipal Employees' Federation (MEF) bargaining unit.

Are you ready to join a team that is "Building Community Through Fun?" Are you ready to make a difference??

The City of San José's Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services (PRNS) is looking for people who want to make San José a better place to live and work. Our mission is to connect people through parks, recreation and neighborhood services for an active San José. ActivateSJ, PRNS's 20-year strategic plan identifies the approach and projects to support healthy communities that inspire belonging by following the guiding principles of Stewardship, Nature, Equity & Access, Identity and Public Life.

The Department creates and activates thriving places near where people live and work. These places are destinations for play and learning with 48 community centers, 10 regional parks, 209 neighborhood parks, Happy Hollow Park & Zoo , and over 60 miles of trails. Our programs and services touch the lives of individuals and families in our community. We take public service seriously by working hard to earn the public's trust by delivering fun and high-value spaces and programs. Our team is collaborative, supportive, and innovative. We are a fast-paced organization that takes decisive action after thoughtful planning.

For more information, please visit activatesj.org .

The BeautifySJ is a blight reduction, neighborhood beautification, and encampment management program within the Community Services Division of the Parks, Recreation, and Neighborhood Services Department. BeautifySJ Programs include the Graffiti Removal Program, Illegal Dumping Program, Neighborhood Dumpster Day Program, Neighborhood Litter Program, Recreational Vehicle Pollution Prevention Program, Encampment Trash Removal Program, Encampment Abatement Program, Clean Gateways, and Cash for Trash Program.The Parks, Recreation, and Neighborhood Services Department is currently seeking to fill four (4) full-time Community Coordinator vacancies in the Community Services Division.

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

- Identifies, evaluates, and analyzes the needs of a targeted community/program area.
-Working in homeless encampments, opportunity neighborhoods, blight reduction programs or schools to provide services to vulnerable populations.
Conducts neighborhood surveys and needs assessments; analyzes the information to assist in developing community programs to meet the needs and interests of the neighborhoods served on a continuing basis.
- Attempts to resolve neighborhood disputes, grievances, and other related social problems and takes appropriate action.
- Initiates, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with schools, agencies, businesses, and community groups.
- Supervises employees through training, assigning, and monitoring work.
- Recommends employment, retention, promotion, and demotion, and completes performance evaluations.
- Coordinates agencies and service provider program activities, keeping them informed and actively involved in program formulation.
- Monitors project budgets and assumes responsibility for setting priorities to meet the needs of the intended area.
- Develops and coordinates a volunteer community program in conjunction with community activities.
- May supervise neighborhood service centers.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

Thousand Oaks Community Center- Bilingual Preschool/Pre-K Program (bilingual preferred)

Part-Time positions: up to 28 hours/week 

Hourly Rate: $23.86-$29.00

Summary:
Under general supervision, develops and executes interactive programing to teach critical language, social and motor skills to preschool-aged or prekindergarten-aged children in a preschool setting; provides feed­back on student performance to parents; and performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

• Plans, prepares and instructs comprehensive individual and group activities to establish meaning­ful connections while building language, social and motor skills such as following instructions, playing with others, and using play equipment.
• Creates and provides a safe, encouraging and nurturing learning environment with age-appropriate activities in a child-directed setting; fosters growth and encourages problem solving in preschool children to allow healthy emotional, social and cognitive development at individual pace and developmental stage.
• Educates children on basic fundamental concepts such as shapes, colors, numbers and letters to prepare for next stage of education; establishes routines for classroom with activities focusing on repetitive guiding, instructing and redirecting through storytelling, singing, arts and crafts, dance, and supervised play activities.
• Engages children in a positive manner to make corrections or enforce positive behavior by modeling and practicing mindfulness and positive affirmations; builds trust with consistent positive discipline, supports building self-awareness and self-esteem through socialization and other interactions.
• Communicates effectively with parents and supervisors; partners with parents on children’s health and well-being; provides oral and written reports on development, classroom behavior and curriculum to parents and administration according to the District’s protocol and procedures; responds to questions and inquiries from guardians and administration.
• Designs, organizes and updates curriculum according to child development framework; evaluates and analyzes success of programs and activities; adjusts programs to meet children’s needs.
• Orders and organizes classroom supplies and equipment; maintains associated budgets for supplies and equipment; places purchase orders according to the District’s policies and procedures.
• Provides guidance and direction to other teachers on all classroom activities; defines and assigns responsibilities of aides and volunteers.
• Maintains a safe and clean learning environment including daily cleaning, setup and breakdown of classroom.

Other Duties & Responsibilities:

• Plans special events, prepares calendar and promotes events.
• Organizes children’s files and follows the District’s record-retention standards, policies and procedures.
• Participates during disasters or when emergency response is needed.
• May be required to drive District or personal vehicle.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge, skill and/or ability listed below is qualifying.

Education/Experience: 
A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: graduation from a two-year program with an associate degree in addition to having at least 2,000 hours of relevant work or volunteer experience with at least 12 units completed in early childhood develop­ment education. Must be at least 18 years old.

Language Ability:
Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, children, parents, staff and the public. Ability to read, analyze and interpret documents such as District policies and proce­dures. Ability to write routine correspondence using correct spelling and grammar. Ability to communicate effectively in English in both written and oral form.

Math Ability:
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers, fractions and decimals.

Reasoning Ability:
Ability to use independent judgement and take appropriate action to ensure the safety of children and staff. Ability to deal with emergencies and stressful situations.

Certificates and Licenses: 

• First Aid & CPR/AED within 90 days of employment with ability to maintain certifications thereafter as a condition of employment.
• Valid California driver’s license with a good driving record and current automobile insurance. For Therapeutics unit: ability to obtain a commercial driver license within one year of employment (for a 15-passenger van).
• Department of Justice fingerprint clearance.
• Proof of a negative TB skin test.

Other Required Skills
Ability to relate positively to young children, parents and staff. Ability to interpret and apply safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms. Ability to lead curriculum planning, mentor other preschool staff, and train staff on curriculum preparation. Ability to work independently with limited supervision.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
This position has no supervisory responsibilities. The employee may provide guidance or direction to other part-time employees and to volunteers

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

While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in a community center or office environment subject to frequent public contact and interruption and to intermittent exposure to individuals acting in a disagreeable fashion. The noise level is usually moderate. The employee frequently works in the field in outdoor weather conditions, subject to extreme heat or cold and where the noise level may be loud. Exposure to hazardous conditions in the environment will vary depending on unit assigned.

Physical Demands: 
The physical demands described here are representative of those that should be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand or walk; use hands or fingers to touch, handle or feel; use hands and arms to reach; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. Vision requirements include close, distance, color and peripheral vision; depth perception; the ability to adjust focus; and the ability to see well in poor lighting or at night. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Physical demands may vary according to unit assignment.

Selection Process:
Based on the information provided in the application documents, those candidates with the most desirable qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process.  Not all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.  Be sure to include all pertinent information regarding your education and experience.  Fill out the application completely; blank spaces may cause rejection; do not refer to resume.  Falsification or omission of material fact is cause for rejection, removal from the eligibility list, or dismissal.  Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Cover letters and resumes are encouraged and must be submitted online as attachments with the fully completed application. Applications must be submitted online by the filing deadline, or when the listed number of applications are received, whichever occurs first.

Examination:
Candidate selection will be based on competitive examinations. Test content will be related to the job. A driver license will be requested for identification and admission to the testing area. If there is more than one part to an examination, candidates must pass each part. Candidates with passing scores will be asked to compete in successive parts of the examination.

• Written Test/Practical Exercise:  A written test and a practical exercise may be used, in addition to the appraisal interview. 
• Appraisal Interview:  A job related appraisal interview will be conducted to evaluate and compare participating candidates’ knowledge, skills, and abilities in relation to those factors which job analysis has determined to be essential for successful performance of the job.
• After the Appraisal Interview, the top candidates will be invited to a staff interview.

          All applicants will receive a written response to their standing in the selection process.

NOTE: THE DISTRICT DOES NOT REIMBURSE APPLICANTS FOR TRAVEL, LODGING, OR OTHER EXPENSES RESULTING FROM THEIR PARTICIPATION IN THE SELECTION PROCEDURE.

In accordance with the Immigration and Control Act of 1986, the Conejo Recreation and Park District must verify that all new employees have written proof of their right to work in the United States at the time of hire.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES

The District encourages applications from qualified individuals with disabilities as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.  Individuals who will require a reasonable accommodation to take a test as part of the selection process must notify Human Resources.  Applicants with disabilities that affect sensory, manual or speaking skills may be provided with a test in a format that does not require the use of the impaired skill.  Persons requesting reasonable accommodation will be required to provide documentation of such need.

^Subject to pre-employment (and periodic) drug screening

Note:  The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

WATER POLLUTION CONTROL OPERATIONS MANAGER

REGULAR FULL-TIME EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Under the direction of the Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP) Division Manager the Water Pollution Control Operations Manager plans, organizes, directs, and administers the operation of the City's Grade V Water Pollution Control Plant; supervises and coordinates the work of subordinates to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements for wastewater treatment, production of recycled water, and air emissions from plant processes. May direct the administration of the Water Pollution Control Plant in the absence of the Water Pollution Control Plant Division Manager or when so designated; and performs related work as required.
 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a management position which involves responsibility for the overall operation of the Water Pollution Control Plant in accordance with regulatory agency requirements and administrative procedures prescribed by the Environmental Division Manager.  Immediate supervision is exercised over assigned subordinate personnel. The position requires initiative and dependability with a willingness to be original in approach, adaptable, and to provide decisive leadership.

Essential Job Functions

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

• Manages all functions associated with the ongoing operation and process control of the Water Pollution Control Plant.
• Provides leadership and direction for the Operations Section.
• Manages, develops, and monitors the Operations budget, and any related program budgets, and allocates resources to accomplish program goals and service levels consistent with the City's planning and budget system. Through the City's fundamental planning and budget system, a wide variety of processes are integrated and used for long range strategic planning, short term action planning, and performance reporting and evaluation.
• Establishes organizational controls to measure performance against approved performance objectives; ensure implementation of these objectives.
• Prepares and administers the operational budget and supervises expenditures from that budget.
• Recruits, selects and trains or facilitates training for Operations staff, including coaching and counseling; evaluates staff performance.
• Assigns and delegates work in order to meet performance objectives and provides guidance to assist staff performance.
• Motivates staff and recognizes and rewards exceptional performance; serves as mentor to staff to help promote their professional development.
• As needed prepares reports submitted to regulatory agencies.
• Evaluates, updates, and approves standard operating procedures (SOPs) and other documents used to guide subordinate personnel in the performance of their duties.
• Balance the Plant energy need and power generation with industry standard best management practices.
• Implements the safety program and energy and chemical conservation programs for the Operations staff.
• Ensures all process treatment units associated with plant operations and process control are in conformance with National Pollution Discharge Elimination System requirements, California Code of Regulations Title 22 requirements for recycled water production, and Bay Area Air Quality Management District requirements for air emissions.
• Implements safety rules, regulations, and emergency procedures, and ensures subordinates are properly trained.
• Keeps abreast of state and federal laws, regulations, and professional developments as they affect the operations program.
• Prepares official reports, studies and correspondence.
• Prepares and delivers formal presentations to City Council, governmental agencies and members of the public.

Other Functions

• May direct the administration of the Water Pollution Control Plant in the absence of the Water Pollution Control Plant Division Manager, or when so designated.
• Provides direction and guidance to subordinate personnel in the preparation of purchase requisitions and technical specifications for operations equipment and materials.
• Acts as liaison amongst plant operations, maintenance, laboratory, compliance inspection, and support services programs.
• Performs the functions of the Shift Supervisor as necessary
• Performs other duties, as required.

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 individual requiring and requesting such accommodation.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

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

A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in a subject related to wastewater treatment; AND

Seven years of experience in the operation of a Wastewater treatment plant, of which at least two years has been spent at the level of Shift Supervisor or higher (as defined in the State Water Resources Control Board Regulations for Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certification and at a Plant Classification of Grade III or above).

OR

An Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university in a subject related to wastewater treatment; AND

Ten years of experience in the operation of a Wastewater Treatment Plant, of which at least five years has been spent at the level of a Shift Supervisor or higher (as defined in the State Water Resources Control Board Regulations for Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certification and at a Plant Classification of Grade III or above).

Thorough knowledge of:

• Modern Water Pollution Control Plant operation practices and techniques.
• State and federal laws governing the operation of Grade V Water Pollution Control Plant.
• Techniques of long-range planning and implementation of plans.
• Principles and techniques of leadership, management and supervision.
• Principles of public sector finance and budgeting.
• Principles of lab analysis for wastewater treatment and process control.
• Personal computers, spreadsheet management, word processing software applications.
• Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and their application to cost-effective operations and maintenance.
• Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) control and reporting applications.

Skill in:

• Managing the operation of a Water Pollution Control Plant.
• Supervising subordinate personnel with effective use of motivational and team building techniques.
• Long-range planning of complex projects and establishing milestones to meet performance objectives.
• Preparing and managing complex budgets.
• Capital project planning and coordination of operational needs during construction of projects.

Ability to:

• Work with, in, and around influents containing industrial wastes, plant process chemicals, hazardous materials, and residential sewage.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, subordinates, city personnel in other divisions and departments, regulatory agency personnel, vendors, contractors and the general public.
• Effectively manage conflicting priorities and meet completion deadlines.
• Occasionally perform duties for periods longer than the normal eight-hour work day or more than five days per week, or both.
• Respond to plant emergencies at any time of the day or night.
• Follow instructions and procedures.
• Perform the essential functions of this classification.

Licenses/Certificates

Possession of a State of California Water Resources Control Board Grade V Certificate is required and maintenance of Grade V certification is a condition of continued employment.

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

Application and Selection Process

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a City of Sunnyvale employment application and responses to the supplemental questions to the Department of Human Resources no later than 5:00 pm on Thursday, August 15, 2024. Incomplete applications will not be accepted (postmarks or faxes are not accepted). Electronic applications may be submitted on-line through the City's employment page at Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on JOBS.

EXAM PROCESS
Applications will be competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications of this position. Based upon a review of the application materials, the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the examination process, which may consist of an oral examination scheduled for a date to be determined.  (Note: The examination process may be changed as deemed necessary by the Director of Human Resources).

SELECTION PROCESS
Candidates who receive a passing score on the examination will be placed on an eligibility list for up to one year, in accordance with the City's Civil Service Rules and Administrative Policies. Any candidate selected by the hiring department will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, which may consist of a background history check as well as a medical exam(s) administered by a City-selected physician(s) before hire. Prior to starting work, all newly-hired employees will be fingerprinted to check conviction history. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose conviction history will result in refusal of employment or termination. Positions which are covered by the Department of Transportation regulations are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test and to random drug and alcohol testing.

INFORMATION ABOUT PROOF OF EDUCATION
Any successful candidate selected by the hiring department will be required to submit proof of education (i.e., original copy of the diploma or college/university transcripts).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Positions in this job classification are represented by the Sunnyvale Managers Association (SMA).

The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

The City of Sunnyvale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the City of Sunnyvale not to discriminate against all qualified applicants or employees on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion (including religious dress or grooming practice), color, sex (includes gender, pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, breastfeeding or medical conditions related to breastfeeding), gender identity and/or gender expression, sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality and bisexuality), ethnic or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, marital status, family relationship, age, cancer or HIV/AIDS related medical condition, genetic characteristics and/or genetic information, and physical or mental disability. Applicants needing special accommodations for testing should submit a request to the Department of Human Resources at time of application.

This position is specific for our Finance Department, but it is also a citywide position.

DEFINITION:

Under direction, provides clerical and administrative support to a department head, division head, section supervisor and/or supervisory and professional staff within a variety of City departments. On occasion, work may involve confidential issues and thus needs to be handled accordingly. May also perform related work as assigned.  Incumbents in this classification perform administrative, technical and analytical duties within assigned program or functional area(s) of a City department.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:

This is the journey-level class in the Administrative Assistant series.  This class is distinguished from other office support classes by the level of clerical and administrative support duties that are provided for a designated department head, division head, section supervisor and/or supervisory and professional staff within a variety of City departments.  The duties require the frequent use of tact, discretion, independent judgement and initiative.  Full-time incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency which meet the qualifications of the higher class.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES (illustrative only):

• Provides varied complex, responsible and confidential administrative assistance for a designated department head, division head, section supervisor and/or supervisory and professional staff within a variety of City departments, including personnel evaluations and notices of disciplinary action.
• Receives and screens telephone calls and visitors to provide information which may require the interpretation of City policies and procedures; takes messages and resolves complaints.
• Organizes and maintains general and confidential files.
• Researches and compiles a variety of informational materials from sources both inside and outside the office; opens and sorts mail and attaches pertinent back-up materials.
• Reviews finished materials for completeness, accuracy, format, compliance with City policies and procedures, and appropriate English usage, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation; organizes and maintains various office files both general and confidential.
• Types drafts and a wide variety of finished documents from brief instructions, or prepared materials; may use word processing equipment and input or retrieve data or prepare reports using an on-line or personal computer system; initiates specified correspondence independently for signature by appropriate management, supervisory or professional staff.
• Follows up on projects, transmits information, and keeps informed of department activities, schedules and arranges for meetings; organizes own work, sets priorities and meets critical deadlines.
• Makes travel arrangements; maintains appointment schedules and calendars.
• Prepares purchase requisitions and maintains records of purchase.
• Help organize, set-up, and attend variety of meetings with City staff, contractors, vendors, representatives of other governmental and/or regulatory, agencies and the public, to identify, discuss and/or resolve problems.

*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.

Afterschool program site leads work in the formal Suisun City classification of Recreation Specialist II. Starting hourly rate will depend on qualifications. This position works on average 19 hours per week.

The department: The Recreation, Parks and Marina Department is responsible for the operations and programs of the Suisun City Marina, the Senior Center and the Joseph A. Nelson Center, including preschool, after-school programs at various sites, recreation classes and sports leagues, community events and special event rentals.

The Position:  Responsible for maintaining the coordination, implementation, and administration of designated after school program. The specific duties of the After School Program Site Lead include program and curriculum development and implementation, budget management, staff management, participation and coordination of staff development, and general oversight of the designated after school program. The position will provide a safe, nurturing, and well-supervised after school program; act as a liaison between the program and parents, stakeholders, school administration, and school district staff to provide for a collaborative, positive, beneficial program. We’re looking for highly motivated people with a customer service orientation who genuinely enjoy helping others and who are flexible problem-solvers.

MANAGEMENT ANALYST 
ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT 
$7,984.08 – $10,646.67 Monthly, Plus Excellent Benefits
In addition, 3% range extension is available once an employee reaches the top of the salary range. Per the MOU, placement in the range extension is based on performance, one year at top of range, and good work performance.

Opportunity to work a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off.

The City of Gilroy is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. Join our team! 


ABOUT THE POSITION
The City of Gilroy is currently recruiting for a Management Analyst in the Administration Department reporting to the Assistant to the City Administrator. As a Management Analyst, you’ll be a vital part of our team, working at the intersection of strategic management and community enhancement. This role offers a unique blend of responsibilities in identifying and managing process improvement opportunities across city operations, public service, and strategic planning. The eligibility list from this recruitment may be used to fill other Management Analyst vacancies in the City during the life of the list.
 
The Management Analyst (MA) position is a journey-level, exempt position in which the incumbent works independently, or as part of a team, on professional level work involving significant analytical ability.  This position requires both breadth and depth of use and application of theories, concepts, and techniques used, and a thorough understanding of policies and procedures.  Under general supervision the MA will perform a variety of budget, project, and program management, administrative, and research work.  Additionally, the MA may develop and evaluate management projects and policy issues and may be assigned to supervise full-time and part-time employees as well as volunteers.  The MA may rotate amongst different Management Analyst positions in different departments as needed by the organization. If assigned duties in support of labor negotiations and/or labor relations, the position may be deemed to be an unrepresented confidential employee.

WHY THIS IS A FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY
In this position you will have a direct impact on the community we serve and will be a major contributor to the City’s continued success. You will work in an environment that is energizing and multifaceted and will be challenged daily. The Administration team is a small close-knit group with a strong sense of camaraderie, with a passion to serve Gilroy, and are invested in the community’s future and success. We leverage our individual experience and expertise for collaborative problem solving and we enjoy discussing, learning, and planning new programs and how they can be strategically implemented.

EXAMPLES OF FIRST YEAR PROJECTS

• Implementation, performance management, and continuous improvement efforts of Citywide customer service initiatives. 
• Learn and manage the functions of Staff Liaison to the Arts and Culture Commission. 
• Monitor and support grant writing activities across all departments and establishing relationships with the City’s grant writing consultants. 
• Provide input on department processes to improve efficiencies.