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• Does the idea of inspecting roads, storm drains and sewers while working with the public, contractors, and, developers interest you?
• Do you work well with others and love the challenge of tough assignments?

Details:

• Regular full-time position, 9/80 work schedule with alternating Friday off
• Schedule includes occasionally working evenings, weekends, and holidays 
• Salary range: $31.64 - $40.35 hourly (based on qualifications)
• Plus an Excellent Benefits package, see details below
• For the full job description and minimum qualifications, click on the link below

Qualifications for consideration: 

• Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: 
  • Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized and technical training in the building and construction trades.
  • Two years of responsible experience involving the construction and maintenance of public works or water facilities, depending on area of assignment.
  • Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver’s license.

THE POSITION

Tri-City Mental Health Authority is currently hiring to fill two (2) full-time vacancies for the position of Clinical Therapist I/II within the Mobile Crisis Care Program (MCCP). Tri-City’s MCCP is a 24/7 mobile crisis response team with shifts that may include evenings, weekends, daytime hours, and holidays. Weekend and night shifts will be entitled to Shift Differential Pay of $2.50 per hour on weekdays (Monday through Friday) and $3.50 per hour on weekends (Saturday and Sunday). Holiday shifts will be entitled to Holiday Pay.

Tri-City is looking for individuals to serve as Clinical Therapist I/II on a full-time basis for the MCCP. The MCCP Clinical Therapist I/II will be part of a team that provides crisis intervention and stabilization, linkage and referral, consultation, and education within the scope of practice. The MCCP Clinical Therapist I/II will report to the Mobile Crisis Care Clinical Supervisor and Clinical Program Manager.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Respond to client’s (Full-Service Partnership and Adult and Children’s Outpatient Programs and other specialty mental health services) crisis calls with or without law enforcement;

• Perform field-based and telephone emergency mental health evaluations and crisis stabilization in accordance with agency procedure;

• Provide crisis intervention and stabilization services to individuals, groups, and families;

• Identify treatment needs and make appropriate referrals for necessary services;

• Assist clients and relatives with understanding behavioral health problems and their reaction to them;

• Work on a multidisciplinary team for crisis response.

THE POSITION

Tri-City Mental Health Authority is currently hiring to fill three (3) full-time vacancies for the position of Peer Support Specialist I/II (PSS) within the Mobile Crisis Care Program (MCCP). Tri-City’s MCCP is a 24/7 mobile crisis response team with shifts that may include evenings, weekends, daytime hours, and holidays. Weekend and night shifts will be entitled to Shift Differential Pay of $2.50 per hour on weekdays (Monday through Friday) and $3.50 per hour on weekends (Saturday and Sunday). Holiday shifts will be entitled to Holiday Pay.

Tri-City is looking for individuals to serve as a Peer Support Specialist I/II on a full-time basis for the MCCP. The MCCP Peer Support Specialist will be part of a team that provides crisis intervention and stabilization, linkage and referral, consultation, and education within the scope of practice. The MCCP Peer Support Specialist will report to the Mobile Crisis Care Clinical Supervisor and Clinical Program Manager.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Respond to client's (Full-Service Partnership and Adult and Children’s Outpatient Programs & other specialty mental health services) crisis calls with or without law enforcement;

• Perform field-based & telephone emergency mental health evaluations & crisis stabilization in accordance with agency procedure;

• Provide crisis intervention & stabilization services to individuals, groups, and families;

• Identify treatment needs & make appropriate referrals for necessary services;

• Perform triage & linkages to non-client community members in the Tri-City catchment areas.

• Provides peer-to-peer support services in the office and/or in the field including, but not limited to outreach, support, encouragement, guidance, advocacy, & referrals to external resources & services for clients & their families; builds rapport with clients & their families through sharing stories of lived experience and recovery.

ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY 

$3,993 to $4,853 monthly

$23.04 to $28.00 per hour, + Excellent Benefit Package 

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

Under direction, provides high-level administrative assistance to a department head; performs a full range of varied complex, sensitive, highly responsible, and confidential office administrative, secretarial, advanced clerical, and programmatic support functions of a general or specialized nature with only occasional instruction or assistance; exercising judgment and initiative, relieves department head of technical, as well as general administrative details; serves as a liaison with other City departments and staff, outside agencies, and the general public; and may assign and review the work of assigned clerical personnel.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Administrative Secretary classification is the advanced journey level in the administrative support series. The Administrative Secretary classification is distinguished from the Secretary class in that incumbents in the Administrative Secretary class perform more difficult and complex administrative support tasks involving a thorough knowledge of the policies and procedures for their functional areas with a significant degree of independent judgment. Incumbents in the Administrative Secretary class are assigned significant responsibility for carrying out administrative and office secretarial duties, frequently of a complex, highly sensitive, and confidential nature in an assigned functional area, often in a rapidly changing environment. Incumbents may also lead a small number of staff and perform technical duties in support of assigned operations.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES 

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.

1.      Perform a wide variety of varied, complex, sensitive, highly responsible, and confidential office administrative, secretarial, advanced clerical, and programmatic support functions in support of assigned department with only occasional instruction or assistance; relieve department head of administrative work including investigating and answering complaints and providing assistance in resolving operational and administrative problems.

2.      Plan and organize work activities; recommend improvements in work flow, procedures, and use of equipment and forms; implement improvements as approved; develop and revise office forms and report formats as required; organize and maintain filing systems.

3.      Draft and/or type, word process, format, edit, revise, and process a variety of documents and forms including reports, correspondence, memoranda, agenda items and reports, agreements, ordinances, resolutions, technical and statistical charts and tables, and other specialized and technical materials from rough drafts, dictation, modified standard formats, and brief verbal instructions.

4.      Proofread, verify, and review materials, applications, records, and reports for accuracy, completeness, and conformance with established standards, regulations, policies, and procedures; ensure materials, reports, and packets for signature are accurate and complete.

5.      Serves as liaison between assigned office and the general public, City staff, and outside groups and agencies; provide general and specialized information and assistance regarding assigned function that may require the use of judgment, tact, and sensitivity and the interpretation of policies, rules, and procedures as appropriate; explain programs, policies, and activities related to specific program area of assignment; receive and screen office and telephone callers; calendar appointments; respond to complaints and requests for information relating to assigned responsibilities; refer callers and/or complaint to appropriate City staff for further assistance as needed and/or take or recommend actions to resolve the complaint.

6.      Develop, revise, and maintain standardized and master documents; compose correspondence, reports and informational materials; assist in designing and producing technical information handouts; copy, disseminate, and post documents and information as appropriate.

7.      Participate in the collection, compilation, and analysis of information from various sources on a variety of specialized topics related to assigned programs; participate in the preparation of reports that present and interpret data, identify alternatives, and make and justify recommendations.

8.      Maintain accurate and up-to-date offices files, records, and logs for assigned areas; develop, prepare, and monitor various logs, accounts, and files for current and accurate information including manual and computer logs other specialized or technical documents processed; maintain and process payroll records.

9.      Compile, prepare, and enter data into a computer from various sources including accounting, statistical, and related documents; create and maintain computer based tracking information and reports including assigned databases, records, and lists; create standard statistical spreadsheets; input corrections and updates; assist in the compilation of reports.

10. Utilize various computer applications and software packages; develop, enter data, maintain, and generate reports from a database or network system; create and administer mailing lists; design, maintain, and utilize data to develop reports using spreadsheet software; create, format, and revise charts, graphs, flowcharts, worksheets, booklets, brochures, and forms using appropriate software.

11. Assist in assembling and preparing the annual budget for assigned area; monitor expenditures against budget; prepare purchase requisitions and requests for payment.

12. Attend to a variety of office administrative details such as ordering supplies, arranging for equipment repair, transmitting information, and keeping reference materials up to date; organize and maintain office and specialized files in accordance with the City’s records management program.

13. Maintain calendar of activities, meetings, and various events for assigned staff; coordinate activities and meetings with other City departments, the public, and outside agencies; coordinate and arrange special events as assigned; schedule meetings; coordinate arrangements and set up meeting rooms; notify participants; prepare and/or assemble meeting materials.

14. Coordinate, make, process, and confirm staff travel arrangements; arrange for transportation and accommodations for travel, check and process expense claims.

15. Prepare special reports and perform special projects that may require researching, gathering, and organizing information from a variety of sources.

16. Serve as secretary at meetings of City boards and committees as assigned; arrange and coordinate meetings for boards, commissions, and outside agencies; assist in preparing and distributing agenda packets and correspondence; attend meetings and take, transcribe, and assure proper distribution of minutes and verbatim transcripts.

17. Maintain departmental personnel files as assigned; prepare and type personnel documents; enter timesheet information in the City’s payroll system; distribute timesheets.

18. Process mail including receiving, sorting, time-stamping, logging, and distributing incoming and outgoing correspondence and packages.

19. Provide lead supervision and direction to assigned clerical and office support staff; prepare work schedules; provide work assignments, instruction, and training; provide information and feedback to appropriate supervisory staff regarding performance of assigned staff.

20. Perform related duties as required.

Note:  For a complete description (including the required knowledge, abilities and physical demands), please visit the City of Ceres web-site at:  www.ci.ceres.ca.us (click: Human Resources--Job Descriptions).

The City of Livermore is accepting applications for the position of Human Resources Manager.  For more information and to apply online, go to:  www.LivermoreCA.gov/jobs.  Filing Deadline is July 19, 2024 (5 PM)

THE POSITION

Under general direction of the Administrative Services Director, the Human Resources Manager will plan, organize, direct, and supervise the Human Resources Division of the Administrative Services Department; coordinate activities with other divisions/departments, internal and external customers, and other stakeholders; and perform advanced level, professional human resources work.

Position Responsibilities:

• Develop goals, objectives, and performance measures to manage assigned programs
• Assess the effectiveness of programs and services provided and seek ways to improve services and programs
• Provide information and consultation to staff and managers to address sensitive and controversial issues
• Utilize sound human resources strategies, practices, and techniques to solve complex employee and organizational issues, and effectively plan for and manage the City’s workforce
• Provide analytical and strategic support for labor relations matters, assists in determining proposal costs, and serves as an active member of the City’s negotiation team

Major Human Resource Initiatives

• Develop a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program for the City of Livermore
• Develop an employee wellness program
• Develop an employee onboarding program
• Complete the implementation of the Human Resource module in the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system

The City of Patterson’s Public Works Department is seeking to fill (1) one full-time Maintenance Worker position within the Parks division and to establish an eligibility list.  Duties include but are not limited to: Under supervision performs routine manual labor, maintenance, and repair tasks while learning to perform a full range of semi-skilled work required in maintenance, repair, operations and construction of related facilities, parks, and services; performs other duties as assigned.

Successful candidates will be placed on an eligible list that may be used to fill future vacancies in the City’s Urban Forestry, Parks, Streets, Collections and Building Maintenance Divisions.  Eligible lists may be valid for up to twelve months.
 

TAKE YOUR EXCELLENT COMMUNICATION AND ORGANIZATION SKILLS TO THE NEXT LEVEL!

The City of East Palo Alto Invites Qualified Candidates for the Position of

SECRETARY I

FOR THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

Salary: $4,925 - $5,986 Monthly

$28.41 – $34.53 Hourly

Plus an attractive benefits package

Hybrid work options are available

Deadline to Apply: Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at 11:59 PM

The City of East Palo Alto is now actively seeking a compassionate, organized, responsible Secretary I for the Public Works Department. The Secretary I position is a part of the Secretary I-II classification series. Currently, we are only seeking one full-time Secretary I for the Public Works Department. This position will serve at two locations the corporation yard and the public works office. The Secretary I learns and performs a variety of office administrative, secretarial, and office support duties, requiring a thorough knowledge of the assigned department, division, or program, its procedures, and operational details. The incumbent will provide administrative support to various departmental staff and compose and prepare correspondence using judgment in content and style. The Secretary I will perform skilled word processing, data entry and organization, telephone, and counter reception, processing of invoices, recordkeeping, statistical and technical report preparation, and filing; and perform related duties as assigned.

ENGINEER I/II
Public Works Department
Engineering Division

LEVEL I $8,663.08 - $10,529.92 Monthly Plus Excellent Benefits
LEVEL II $9,569.42 - $11,631.58Monthly Plus Excellent Benefits

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 full-time level I or II (depending on qualifications and experience) Civil Engineer to provide technical assistance for Capital Improvement Program (CIP) delivery projects in the Public Works Department. CIP engineering tasks will be the primary focus of this position. However, to appropriately respond to community needs, the Engineer I/II may also provide support to the Land Development and Transportation engineering sections, so adaptability and flexibility are keys to success in this position.

In this exciting opportunity, you will be at the forefront of designing, planning, and overseeing various infrastructure projects that directly impact our community. The Engineer I/II will work under the direct supervision of a Senior Civil Engineer and will perform professional or sub professional engineering work in the field and office. Assignments will involve investigating, developing, and constructing a wide variety of public works facilities, and engineering projects that are geared towards transforming and modernizing the City of Gilroy.  This is in addition to representing the City in community meetings and hearings, meetings with project stakeholders, and on regional committees as applicable.

The Public Works Engineering Division is comprised of three engineering sections overseen by the City Engineer: Traffic/Transportation Engineering, Capital Improvement Program (CIP), and Land Development.  
Though the primary focus for this position is CIP, work assignments may vary and may include any of the following:
CIP: prepare plans, specifications and engineering estimates for Capital Improvement Projects, prepare requests for proposal/qualifications and contracts in conformance with the City's Purchasing Policy, oversee the City’s 5-Year Paving Program through the use of StreetSaver, manage consultant led projects and inspection teams, and assist the Senior Engineer with project budgeting and grant writing.
Traffic/Transportation: prepare plans, specifications, and engineering estimates for traffic and transportation related projects, prepare requests for proposal/qualifications and contracts in conformance with the City’s Purchasing Policy, manage various traffic and transportation projects and inspection teams, manage the City’s Sidewalk Replacement Program, work on various traffic studies, participate in regional transportation programs and initiatives, and assist the City Engineer with project budgeting and grant writing.
Land Development: assist in the review and processing of land development projects, plans for conformance to City standards and policies, storm water management plans with City consultants, preparation of City plan check comments, and construction material submittals. The Engineer will engage with developers and construction inspectors to track project review and approval schedules, and provide coordination with City master plan utility consultants.

EXAMPLES OF FIRST YEAR PROJECTS/ASSIGNMENTS:

• Prepare plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) for public works capital improvement projects including roadways, trails, facilities-related projects.
• Annual pavement rehabilitation curb ramps, sidewalk replacement, and traffic calming projects. 
• Assist in administration of the bi-annual Public Works Department budget and Capital Improvement Program.
• Administer consultant contracts.
• Assist City Engineer and/or Senior Civil Engineer with high priority capital projects.

Engineering Technician-Inspector -Limited Term Duration - 06/30/2025

The Town of Moraga is a small, family-oriented bedroom community offering a quiet semi-rural lifestyle within easy reach of big city amenities. Located 22 miles east of San Francisco and 10 miles from Oakland, Moraga offers a unique blend of residential areas, two shopping centers and open hillsides. Moraga is also the home of Saint Mary’s College.

Under general supervision, the Engineering Technician/Construction Inspector position provides a variety of paraprofessional engineering and transportation support; performs a variety of technical and administrative duties relating to the maintenance, plan check, engineering design, development of PS&Es, construction bidding, contract management, construction management, construction quality assurance, inspection, surveying, and ordinance enforcement regarding public infrastructure and private land development under public works review; receives, investigates, and responds to complaints; maintains and updates engineering maps, drawings, records, and files; and performs related duties as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics: Incumbents will provide technical assistance and support to professional staff and construction inspection on encroachment permits, land development and construction projects. The Engineering Technician/Inspector class is distinguished from the Assistant Engineer by more routine tasks and duties received and by less independence with which to perform.

Equipment, Methods and Guidelines

Uses Federal, State, County, and local standard plans, specifications, rules and regulations; personal computer for word processing, spreadsheets, time card entry, and similar applications; motor vehicle, hand levels, pocket scales, engineering tapes, calculators, printer, copier, telephone, personal protective, hand tools, and engineering and survey equipment.

Working Conditions

Office and inspection site environment in all types of weather. Work may involve inconsistent work schedules to accommodate construction activities and may include work during weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.

Physical Demands

Work is often performed in an outdoor construction environment with year-round exposure to varying weather conditions. Work is subject to construction site noise and environment including exposure to loud equipment and machinery. Work will include exposure to various conditions encountered in a construction environment, such as steep slopes; various plants and natural environments; moving machinery; marked changes or extremes in temperature/humidity; dust, fumes, smoke, gases, odors, mists, or other irritating particles; excessive noise; slippery or uneven walking surfaces; working below ground and in confined spaces; vibrations; radiation or electrical energy; solvents, greases, oils, or chemicals; flames or burning items. (Some specific tasks may require specialized training by the Town prior to undertaking said activities, such as confined space entry.) Work is performed at various remote locations. Positions may require occasional overtime and weekend work and travel is rare.

Supervision Received and Exercised

Works under close supervision and follows established procedures; work is reviewed frequently by the Senior Civil Engineer, or designated personnel, for progress and accuracy. Independently applies applicable codes and ordinances to ensure conformance. Control over work methods is general, rather than detailed in nature; makes independent decisions when issuing permit authorizations, approving construction start dates, stopping or rejecting work, or issuing citations for violations. Work assignments, including written reports and communications, are reviewed upon completion but before submission or distribution.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

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

• Performs field, office, and computer-aided basic engineering studies and activities.
• Prepares plans, specifications, and cost estimates under direction of engineer.
• Conduct construction inspections for Capital Improvement Projects, encroachments in public right of way, public facilities improvements, stormwater facilities, and land development projects.
• Performs measurements, staking, topographical work, leveling and other related land surveying duties.
• Performs field work such as conducting observations, making traffic counts, and analyzing traffic flow.
• Reviews accident reports and other documentation.
• Researches records and other data used to compile information for decision making.
• Assists in receiving sealed bids, attends bid openings as a public works representative, reviews bids for general completeness and responsiveness, and tabulates bids.
• Maintains engineering and traffic/transportation files, including plans, studies, inspections, surveys, maps and other data related to engineering and transportation projects; updates traffic maps, engineering drawings, standard details, and information recorded in GIS.
• Receives and responds to requests from developers, contractors, private engineers, title companies, real estate brokers, and others for base maps, property line information, encroachment permits, benchmarks, copies of maps, confirming street information and other geographical data.
• Provides excellent customer service; responds to routine citizen inquiries and complaints relating to the Town’s infrastructure, including researching archival information from the Town’s files, seeking input from other departments as necessary, and communicating issues to appropriate supervisory or management staff for feedback or direction.
• Processes encroachment permits to ensure compliance with Town policy, codes, and regulations and fee, insurance, and bond requirements; coordinates and communicates with contractors, residents, other agencies, and other Town staff.
• Uses clearly defined practices and procedures to inspect the methods and materials used in encroachment permit work, construction projects, construction surveys, construction safety precautions, traffic control, and erosion and sediment control.
• Coordinates material testing and analyzes material test results including relative compaction tests, graduation of aggregates, slump tests, and resistant value of soils; Inspects producers of construction materials and its sources.
• Reviews and interprets construction plans, specifications, encroachment permits, and other documents affecting assigned projects; maintains daily diary and field records of construction activities, contractor crew, equipment, materials and quantities.
• Participates in meetings to discuss construction details and resolves issues with contractors, other departments, other agencies, and the public; identifies construction problems, monitors the corrections of project deficiencies, and recommends approval of necessary contract change orders and plan adjustments.
• Conducts compliance review of public’s maintenance responsibilities of sidewalk, curb, gutter, private storm drainage conveyance systems, and creeks; posts liens, required repairs, and construction notices.
• Can handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or current position.
• Assists in the administration of public works contracts including contract costs, materials verification, and compliance with State and Federal regulations.
• Assists in preparing documentation related to obtaining and administering Federal and State grants.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

The City of San José, the Capital of Silicon Valley, is one of the nation's best managed cities and one of the top ten cities in which to live, work, and do business. Moreover, San José is the center of cultural, government and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San José have embraced the following values: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect and Celebration.

The total salary range includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate's qualifications and experience.

This is a class-based recruitment. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for Senior Account Clerk will be added to the active Qualified Candidate Group and contacted when a department-specific vacancy becomes available. This candidate pool will supersede any active list. If you are in the current Qualified Candidate Group, you will need to reapply in order to be considered for future vacancies.

Typical duties may include the following:

• Compiles and processes payments and/or requisitions for various financial transactions; assigns payments to cost centers.
• Prepares worksheets, financial charges and invoices, issues and maintains records.
• Summarizes data and prepares reports; prepares routine correspondence.
• Prepares and inputs data into computer terminals or applicable database.
• Operates and utilizes a variety of standard office equipment, including but not limited to computers, printers, scanners, phones, calculators, fax, software programs, and accounting machines and equipment.
• Generates or receives phone calls to and from internal and external customers to explain bills, obtain correct information for credit card payments and other related payment matters, including processing bills.
• Reviews, posts, and balances ledgers and other documents; processes and reviews revenues; reviews and balances petty cash and/or change funds.
• Prepares payroll and serves as department timekeeper.
• Prepares special checks.
• Conducts and maintains inventories of stores, equipment and supplies.
• May serve as lead worker as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as required.

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.