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Are you a bright and energetic self-starter with a passion for the outdoors and preserving open space?  Are you a seasoned administrative support professional with experience supporting executive management or a high-level official with a variety of complex, responsible, and confidential administrative and clerk support duties? If so, then we have an outstanding opportunity for a top-level Executive Assistant/Deputy District Clerk to join our team! 

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Executive Assistant/Deputy District Clerk independently performs a full range of highly responsible, confidential, and complex administrative duties to a small team of Executives. Duties also include aiding the District Clerk in performing required duties for District Board meetings.  You will be part of a talented and dynamic team whose work directly supports Midpen’s mission to protect and restore the natural environment and contributes to providing nature’s benefits to everyone.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

Highly qualified candidates have superb interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, meticulous attention to detail and outstanding follow through, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to meet critical deadlines.  Other central qualities, knowledge, and skills include:  

• A go-getter who has a strong desire to provide high quality executive-level support.
• Team oriented with exceptional collaboration skills.
• Demonstrated experience in keeping strict confidence and using the upmost discretion and professionalism.
• Demonstrated experience interacting and creating strong, positive relationships with various stakeholders, including staff, the public, and the Board of Directors.
• Demonstrated patience in all interactions and the ability to handle difficult situations and people in a diplomatic manner.
• Proficient in managing executive calendars.
• The ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions.
• Thorough knowledge and skill in utilizing a variety of technology.
• Ability to work evenings for board meetings/committee meetings (at least twice a month), which will include taking minutes and public comment.
• Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances relevant to this position of responsibility, including but not limited to laws regarding the Public Records Act, Brown Act, Political Reform Act, the Government Code, and Elections Code.
• Prior experience in the public sector is highly desired.

View the full Job Description on our website. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position is part of the General Manager’s office at Midpen’s office in Los Altos, California. Midpen offers a hybrid office/telecommute work environment for this position. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: 

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade supplemented by two (2) years of college-level coursework in business or secretarial science and
• Three (3) years of responsible secretarial experience involving assisting executive management or a high-level official with administrative duties.

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.

BENEFITS

Midpen provides an excellent benefits package including health, life & disability insurance as well as CalPERS pension. Please see the Benefits page on our website for details.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Apply online at: CalOpps.org  

Deadline to apply: August 4, 2024

Required application items:

1. Fully completed CalOpps employment application 

2. Cover letter 

3. Resume 

4. Supplemental question responses

INTERVIEW SCHEDULE

(Dates are subject to change. We are unable to accommodate individual schedules.)

First Interview (virtual): August 12, 2024

Written Exercise (virtual): August 13, 2024

Second Interview (in person): August 14, 2024

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation by contacting the Human Resources department at

(650) 691-1200 or via email at hr@openspace.org.   

Put your passion for Open Space to work!

About the Engineering Group Manager - Facility
 
The Engineering Group Manager – Facility position reports to the Deputy Director for Transit and Facility Engineering, and manages a diverse, talented team of seasoned staff. This team is well-versed in the delivery of capital projects in the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority operation and maintenance responsibility. This position is responsible for directing and leading collaboration on master planning, design development (including technical analysis in support of preliminary engineering and final design), construction management and close out, overall program/project management (including scopes, costs, schedules and quality of work), management of staff resources (both VTA and consultant), and coordination with project stakeholders within VTA and the community.

The City of Berkeley invites you to apply for the position of Supervising Transportation Engineer in the Transportation Division of the Public Works Department! In this role, you will serve as the City's technical expert in the traffic engineering field. You'll oversee administrative, technical, planning, and design work while ensuring contract compliance with specifications and engineering standards.

Current projects and opportunities in the Transportation Division include the MLK Jr Way Vision Zero Quick Build, Southside Complete Streets Project, and other projects associated with the City's safety, accessibility, and sustainability goals.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in civil or traffic engineering and five years of increasingly responsible professional traffic engineering experience, three years of which were at a level equivalent to the Associate Transportation Engineer class.

Other requirements include:

• Possession of a valid California Registration as a professional Traffic Engineer or professional Civil Engineer. California Registration as a professional Traffic Engineer is preferred.
• Must be able to travel to various locations within and outside the City of Berkeley to meet the program needs and to fulfill the job responsibilities. When driving on City business, maintenance of a valid California driver's license and satisfactory driving record is required.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications must be received by July 29, 2024 at 5:00 PM PST and must include a completed application and responses to the supplemental questionnaire. Please note that resumes are not a substitute for a completed application.

Applications are available in alternative formats (audio-format, braille, large print, electronic text, etc.) upon request to ada@berkeleyca.gov. Please allow 10 days for production of the material in an alternative format.

Please click on the link below to review the job description and apply.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: 

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the selection process. Request for reasonable accommodation during the selection process may be made by contacting the Human Resources Office prior to the final filing date.

LARPD is an Equal Opportunity/ADA Employer and values diversity at all levels of the organization.

Are you a bright, energetic, and motivated administrative professional with a passion for working in a team environment and serving the public?  The City of Orinda seeks an experienced Administrative Assistant to provide high-quality administrative and Clerk support in our administrative offices at City Hall.  This position serves as the first point of contact for City visitors, helping to direct community members to appropriate departments.

Position:   This is a full-time administrative position where the incumbent performs a wide variety of responsible and complex administrative and office support duties with occasional instruction or assistance.  The ideal candidate will be an organized self-starter with excellent oral and written communication skills and superb attention to detail.  The position requires a high level of public interaction, great diplomacy and directly supports the City Clerk in preparation of agendas, minutes, and notices.  The position is responsible for opening and closing City Hall Administrative Offices which requires a very dependable individual.  This position may serve as back-up to the City Clerk, if assigned, which would necessitate occasional attendance at night meetings and events.

Minimum Qualifications: Candidates with the following qualifications are encouraged to apply:

All City of Orinda employees are expected to uphold and exhibit the City’s core values including serving the public, being respectful and accountable, maintaining professionalism, and demonstrating responsibility. Minimum qualifications for the position are noted below.

This position is flexibly-staffed.  For more detailed information about the position, please review the job classification description.  City HR will review the qualifications and experience of applicants to determine the appropriate level.

Administrative Assistant I $27.94 - $34.09 hourly   This is the entry level and incumbent usually performs most of the duties required at the II level, but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods.

• Experience:  Two (2) years of responsible full-time administrative experience. 
• Education:  Equivalent to a high school diploma supplemented by specialized training in business or secretarial science.
• License:  Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.  
• Special Requirements:  Ability to work in a standard office environment including ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, twist, and lift thirty pounds; ability to travel to different sites and locations.

Administrative Assistant II $29.90-   $36.48 hourly   This is the full journey level in the class series, performing the full range of duties, working independently and exercising judgment and initiative.  When filled from the outside, the candidate is required to have prior related experience which allows the employee to meet the qualification standards for the II level.

• Experience:  Three (3) years of full-time responsible experience at the Administrative Assistant I level or above.  
• Education:  Equivalent to a high school diploma supplemented by specialized training in business or secretarial science.
• License:  Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.  
• Special Requirements:  Ability to work in a standard office environment including ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, twist, and lift thirty pounds; ability to travel to different sites and locations.

Application and Selection Process:

To be considered for this position, qualified job applicants are required to submit a cover letter, resume and completed application by the final closing date of this announcement.  Completed application materials must be submitted on the CalOpps.org website by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 30, 2024.

A limited number of applicants with the most desirable qualifications as determined by initial screening of application and other submitted documents will be invited to participate in an interview and testing process that will consist of a practical test and oral board interview.   All applicants will be notified by phone or email if they are invited to participate further in the selection process.

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, conviction history check, as well as a medical exam including a pre-placement drug screen before hire.

Examples of duties of the Administrative Assistant I/II position include (but are not limited to):

• Assists the public by personally or directly providing information to requests according to established procedures in an effective, efficient, tactful and calm manner;
• Supports the City Clerk in creation of City Council and Subcommittee Agendas, publishes agendas and public notices, including may be trained to fill in for the City Clerk at Council and other meetings occasionally.
• Participates, organizes and manages all administrative support activities for the City Clerk; assists in administrative duties in support of the City Manager, Administrative Services Director, Senior Management Analyst and Human Resources Manager;
• Coordinates and sends out weekly public communication (i.e. Constant Contact);
• Makes regular updates to public information on the City website;
• Recommends organization and/or procedural changes;
• Sorts, logs, files and maintains records and other documents;
• Follows policies, procedures, and work methods associated with assigned duties; 
• Relieves the City Clerk and Department Staff of a variety of administrative details, including running off-site errands when assigned;
• Assists with special events, trainings and recruitments; and
• Other duties as needed.

For a full listing of duties, please review the job classification.  

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 Orinda is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex origin or disability.  In accordance with Federal law, the City of Orinda will only hire individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States.  Candidates with a disability which may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process should submit a request for accommodation with the application.  Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request.
 

THE POSITION

Under the direction of the Public Works Director, or designee, the Senior Civil Engineer will perform complex professional municipal engineering duties and will lead and control the activities of the Land Development Section and may be responsible for other areas of engineering (secondary duties) as assigned.  The incumbent will exercise a full range of supervisory authority and responsibilities over assigned professional engineering and technical personnel, who may, in turn, direct the work of others.  The Senior Civil Engineer will participate in departmental projects and tasks with the Planning, Building, and Maintenance staff and perform other work as assigned.  The Senior Civil Engineer may occasionally serve as the Acting City Engineer and will also be assigned to serve as the Engineering representative for several commissions.  

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

The Senior Civil Engineer receives general direction from the Public Works Director, or designee, and exercises direct supervision over professional and technical staff.  Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Coordinate, supervise and perform responsible engineering work in connection with municipal public work projects; prepare and supervise the design of engineering plans and specifications for the construction of streets, storm drains, parks, signals and buildings and other improvements; gather data, make calculations, and recommend alternatives.
• As project engineer, perform design work including preparation of preliminary drawings, finished plans, specifications, and estimates.
• Inspect and supervise the checking of structure and/or subdivision plans for conformance to City standards; participate in the final inspection of capital improvement projects for compliance with City specifications; and prepare conditions for land use and development permits.
• Interpret the application of design criteria; check plans and specifications for accuracy of design and completeness; supervise right-of-way engineering work; review subdivision maps, improvement plans, and other engineering designs for compliance with City standards.
• Determine the need for materials, supplies and equipment, and prepare requisitions and requests. Prepare cost estimates for labor, equipment, and material to accomplish various maintenance projects.
• Administer the encroachment permit process, including issuance of permits and inspection of the work for compliance with City standards.
• Make presentations to the City Council, City Commissions, and various public agencies and community groups.
• Assist in budget preparation and administration. Supervise, train and evaluate professional and technical subordinates.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of engineering.
• Modern methods and techniques used in; the design and construction of a wide variety of public works engineering projects.
• Modern developments, current literature and sources of information regarding the assigned area of engineering.
• Applicable laws and regulatory codes relevant to design and construction in the area of assignment.

Ability to:

• Plan, assign, determine priorities, and supervise work of sub- professional and professional engineering personnel; ability to make independent investigations in the review of engineering problems; ability to determine adherence to engineering specifications on a variety of public works improvement and construction projects.
• Explain technical issues to non-professional people and to deal effectively with developers, civil engineers, consultants, City staff, City Council, Commission members and general public.
• Interpret diagrams, drawings, specifications, contracts, technical journals and other information pertaining to assigned areas of responsibility.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience: Four years experience in professional engineering work in area of assignment including one year of supervisory experience.

Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major work in civil engineering or a closely related field.                           

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE

Possession of a Certificate or Registration as a professional engineer in the state of California.  Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.

APPLICATION

A completed application and supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online at CalOpps. Deadline to apply is 5:00 p.m. on July 31, 2024.  Resumes are not accepted in lieu of the City application. 

SELECTION

The most qualified candidates will be invited for an oral board interview, based on background and experience as evidenced by their application. This position is assigned to Land Development section, therefore experience in this area is required. To be placed on an eligibility list, an applicant must receive a passing score of 70 or more from each member of the oral board panel and on the written exam. 

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION 

Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical exam and background check, including fingerprinting.

IMMIGRATION REFORM AND CONTROL ACT

To comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all new employees are required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or authorization to work in the United States on their first day of employment.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Pleasant Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), requests for special accommodations during any stage of the examination process should be made in advance to the Human Resources Department.

THE PROCESS

Deadline to apply is Friday, July 26, 2024, at 5:00 pm, but recruitment may close sooner if a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

To be considered for this opportunity, please apply online through www.calopps.org. As part of your online application, provide the City with responses to the required supplemental questions (see last section). Applications without supplemental questions will not be considered.

THE POSITION

The Maintenance Worker I performs semi-skilled and skilled labor in the construction, maintenance, repair, and related service activities related to streets, sidewalk, park, grounds, irrigation, and/or turf and may be assigned to either the Streets & Fleet or Parks Maintenance Divisions. The current opening is in the Park Maintenance Division.

Typical duties in the Parks Division may include but are not limited to: Maintains turf, trees, shrubs, groundcover, top dressings, irrigation systems, playground equipment, park furnishings, restrooms, and sport field equipment; Operates and understands basic maintenance procedures for various power turf equipment, including but not limited to mowers of various sizes, edgers, blowers, chainsaws, and related equipment as required; Performs a wide variety of skilled tasks involving the use of power equipment and hand tools in the areas of park and grounds maintenance, irrigation system installation, programming, and maintenance, and tree/shrub trimming maintenance; Performs installation, maintenance and repair of various parks and grounds improvements and planting and trimming of trees/shrubs; Performs fertilizer and herbicide application related to turf and ornamental plant care; and performs other related duties as assigned.

The normal work schedule will be a 9/80 work schedule (9-hour days Monday-Thursday, 8-hour Friday with every other Friday off) from 6:00 am-3:30 pm. The ideal candidate should like working cooperatively to accomplish established goals and tasks, have a willingness to learn and apply procedures and methods, and have an interest in providing the public with exceptional customer service. Attention to detail and commitment to safety requirements and practices are essential.

To read the complete job description, visit  https://www.saratoga.ca.us/DocumentCenter/View/2432/Maintenance-Worker-IIIIII

Application Deadline: Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 5:00 PM

$5,000 one-time sign-on bonus

Monthly Salary: $7,718 to $9,974

Eff. 11/1/2024: 3.25% COLA and Step G added to pay schedule ($7,969 to $10,555/month)

Eff. 11/1/2025: 3.5% COLA ($8,248 to $10,924/month)

THE POSITION

The City is seeking an Assistant Engineer to perform and assist varied civil engineering work in the design, review, construction, and inspection of a variety of municipal and development projects, and to act as a general assistant to senior level departmental staff.  The ideal candidate is committed to public service and excels in and fosters a team environment.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Under direction of the Public Works Director or designee, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Coordinate the development of plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) for construction and major repair of public works systems.
• Confer with supervisors and staff regarding project priorities and major repair of public works systems.
• Check subdivision plans for conformance to City standards.
• Administer construction contracts by coordinating with consulting engineers'; inspect project sites to assist in solution of difficult problems; and interpret specifications.
• Participate in the preparation of special engineering studies and reports.
• Coordinate public works systems activities with other City departments, divisions, and sections and with outside agencies.
• Assist in the preparation of the division's budget.
• Review and check tentative and final land division and subdivision improvement plans and agreements for accuracy and conformance with City codes, ordinances and policies.
• Participate in the development of Conditions of Approval for private development projects.
• Assist in the preparation of the Capital Improvement Program (CIP).
• Attend City Council meetings and represent division as required.
• Attend engineering meetings and conferences to keep abreast of current municipal engineering techniques.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of engineering as applied to public works and construction projects.
• Methods and techniques used in the design and construction of a variety of public works projects.
• Modern developments, current literature and sources of information regarding the assigned area of engineering.
• Applicable federal and state laws and regulations.
• Applicable laws and regulatory codes related to development and construction.

Ability to:

• Plan, direct and coordinate public works engineering projects.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing as an agent of the City with residents, business partners, and elected officials.
• Prepare specifications, cost estimates, work schedules, plans, maps and reports.
• Make complex engineering computations and check, design, and inspect the construction of a wide variety of public and private facilities.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

• Experience:  Two years of experience in the performance of engineering work.
• Education:  Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in engineering.      

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate California driver's license, and a satisfactory driving record.        

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The City of Pleasant Hill offers a competitive compensation and benefits program. For detailed benefit information, please review the Memorandum of Understanding between the City and Professional & Confidential Employees Association.

• Sign-on Bonus:  One-time $5,000 bonus.  $2,500 on hire and $2,500 after successful completion of 1 year probation. The bonus is subject to taxes and is not reportable to CalPERS.
• Monthly salary: $7,718 to $9,974 and appointment will be based on the qualifications and experience of the selected applicant.  Effective 11/1/2024: 3.25% COLA and Step G added to pay schedule ($7,969 to $10,555/month).  Effective 11/1/2025: 3.5% COLA ($8,248 to $10,924/month).
• Health/Medical Benefit: Choice of coverage with Kaiser or Blue Shield. The City pays 75% of the Kaiser monthly premium at each coverage level. In lieu of medical coverage, the employee may elect to receive $400 (employee only coverage) or $500 (employee + 1 coverage) or $600 (family coverage) in cash or a pre-tax contribution into a MissionSquare Retirement 457 deferred compensation plan.
• Dental & Vision Coverage: City-paid for employee and eligible dependents.
• CalPERS Retirement: Enrollment in either 2%@60 (Classic Member) or 2%@62 (PEPRA New Member).
• MissionSquare Retirement 457 Deferred Compensation & Roth IRA Plans: Voluntary plans available to all employees.
• Retirement Health Savings Program: City contributes $75/month.
• Life Insurance: City provided life insurance coverage ($50,000).
• Long Term Disability: City-paid long-term disability coverage.
• Medicare: Employees contribute 1.45% to Medicare with employer match.
• Flexible Spending Account (Section 125 Plan): Dependent care and out-of-pocket medical costs may be paid on a pre-tax basis.
• Holidays: City recognizes 14 paid holidays per year.
• Sick Leave:  Earned at the rate of one day per month.
• Vacation: Earned at the rate of 12 days per year, increasing with service years.
• Personal Leave: One day per year to take off as a personal leave day.
• The City does not participate in Social Security.

APPLICATION

Deadline to apply is 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 31, 2024.  Resumes are not accepted in lieu of the City application. 

SELECTION

The most qualified candidates will be invited for an oral board interview, based on background and experience as evidenced by their application. A written exam may be included as part of the selection process. To be placed on an eligibility list, an applicant must receive a passing score of 70 or more from each member of the oral board panel and on the written exam. 

IMMIGRATION REFORM AND CONTROL ACT

To comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all new employees are required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or authorization to work in the United States on their first day of employment.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Pleasant Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), requests for special accommodations during any stage of the examination process should be made in advance to the Human Resources Department.

Do you have a passion for the outdoors, trails, and preserving open space? Do you thrive on helping others and enjoy public interaction? If so, the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District has an excellent opportunity for three experienced Administrative Assistants to join our growing workforce! 

About Midpen:  Midpen helps plants, animals and people thrive throughout the greater Santa Cruz Mountains region by preserving a greenbelt of more than 70,000 acres of public open space with more than 250 miles of trails in 27 extraordinary preserves, permanently protected for natural resource conservation and ecologically sensitive public enjoyment and education.  Midpen is a public agency with a focused mission that guides our work, and where every employee makes an impact.  If you are looking for an outstanding opportunity to contribute to the legacy of open space protection, natural resource restoration and outdoor recreation, working with an incredible team of like-minded colleagues, we invite you to apply for this position! Check out the Working for Midpen video on our Employment Opportunities page.  At Midpen, we believe open space is for all. Our public lands are shared spaces provided for the community by the community. All people, regardless of background, deserve respect, dignity, safety, and a sense of belonging. Midpen welcomes all people to enjoy the public open space preserves we hold in trust, supporting the mental, physical, and social well-being of our region.             

About the Positions:  Midpen aims to recruit and retain employees who embody professionalism, accountability, and respect, who value working in a purpose-driven agency that aspires to contribute to an inclusive and diverse community. This is a full journey-level classification where the incumbents are expected to provide high quality administrative support, performing a wide variety of administrative duties with occasional instruction. Ideal candidates are resourceful and organized self-starters with excellent oral and written communication skills and superb attention to detail. Midpen’s Administrative Assistants are energetic, outgoing, and assist with public meetings, events, projects, meetings, field trips and site visits.   Midpen Administrative Assistants provide daily support to departmental staff as well as occasional public support at the front desk.  We have opportunities in the following departments:

Planning

The person selected will play an active role in working with planners/project managers and staff on projects that will provide public access and protect some of our most precious and threatened open space resources in Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties. The ideal candidate will assist with meeting scheduling/coordination/note taking, summary preparation, project research and filing, database administration/management, public noticing requirements, community engagement, support for in-person and online meetings, budget preparation and reporting, bidding and contracting process, presentation materials, and interfacing with a variety of stakeholders, including consultants/contractors, the Counties (e.g. official document filings), and members of the public.

Natural Resources

The person selected will play an active role in working with resource management specialists/project managers and staff on stewardship projects and activities that will protect some of our most precious and threatened open space resources in Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties. The ideal candidate will assist with meeting scheduling/coordination, summary preparation, project research and filing, database administration/management, public noticing requirements, community engagement, support for in-person and online meetings, budget preparation and reporting, bidding and contracting requirements, presentation materials, and interfacing with a variety of stakeholders, including consultants/contractors, other governmental agencies (e.g. official document filings), and members of the public. 

Real Property/Engineering & Construction (shared)

In Real Property you will assist with title/escrow transactions, recording documents, database management, and interfacing with the Counties on real estate matters.

In Engineering & Construction, work will include working with project managers and staff on projects that will provide public access and protect some of our most precious and threatened open space resources. The ideal candidate will assist with meeting scheduling/coordination/note taking, summary preparation, project research and filing, database administration/management, public noticing requirements, bidding and contracting process, presentation materials, and interfacing with a variety of stakeholders, including consultants/contractors, the Counties (e.g. official document filings), and members of the public.

For additional information about the position, see the Job Description on our website. 

A Few Reasons Why You May Love This Job

• Collaborative work that directly supports Midpen’s mission to protect and restore the natural environment
• You’ll be part of a talented and dynamic team whose work contributes to providing nature’s benefits to everyone
• Excellent employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and a retirement pension through California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)

Work Environment:  In addition to working in an office environment, the Administrative Assistant in this position may occasionally work evenings or weekends and may occasionally accompany Midpen staff to an open space preserve, traversing uneven terrain. Midpen offers a hybrid office/telecommute work environment for this position.  Our administrative office is in Los Altos, California. 

Midpen reserves the right to limit or deny off-duty employment or business ownership which creates a conflict of interest or an incompatibility with District employment. Information can be found in the Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual Section 4.13 Off-Duty Employment and Business Ownership.

Education and Experience:  We realize your time is valuable, so please apply only if you have at least the required minimum qualifications outlined here: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: 

• equivalent to the completion of twelfth (12th) grade and
• three (3) years of progressively responsible general office experience. 
• applicants should have experience in Microsoft Office including Outlook scheduling, Word, PowerPoint, mid-level Excel spreadsheet, and Adobe Acrobat editing. 
• a Bachelor’s degree and public sector experience are a plus.

Licenses & Certifications Required:   Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.

Benefits:   Midpen provides an excellent benefits package including health, life & disability insurance as well as CalPERS pension. Please see the Benefits page on our website for details.

How to Apply: apply online at CalOpps.org

(To avoid missing email communication about this recruitment, add mpropenspace@calopps.org to your contacts or list of safe senders.)

Application deadline: August 4, 2024.  Applicants with the most relevant experience and qualifications suitable for the position will be contacted for an interview.

The following application items are required to be considered*:

1. Fully completed CalOpps employment application 

2. Cover letter 

3. Resume 

4. Supplemental question responses

*Incomplete CalOpps employment applications, or applications without the required application items listed here, will not be considered for the position.

Interview Schedule: (dates subject to change)

First Interview (virtual): August 14 or 15, 2024

Written Exercise (virtual): August 19, 2024

Second Interview (in person): August 20, 2024

A note to applicants who currently live outside of the San Francisco Bay Area: before committing to the application process, and if you haven’t done so already, we suggest evaluating the feasibility of relocation. We recommend researching the cost of living in the San Francisco Bay Area, the cost to relocate, and typical commute times to Los Altos from outlying areas.

Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation

by contacting the Human Resources department at

(650) 691-1200 or via email at hr@openspace.org.

For more information and to apply, please visit:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Cupertino