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San José Clean Energy, or SJCE, is San José's local, not-for-profit electricity supplier operated by the City of San José's Energy Department. Since 2019, our dedicated and motivated team has provided clean energy for residents and businesses at competitive rates, while also offering community programs, local benefits, and increased transparency and accessibility. SJCE serves more than 350,000 customer accounts and has contracted for more than 1 GW of power.

Joining our team means that you will be making a big impact on the fight against climate change. SJCE plays an important role in meeting San José's ambitious goal to be carbon neutral by 2030 and in implementing the City's climate action plan, Climate Smart San José. Thanks to SJCE, San José has one of the cleanest energy mixes of any large city and offers a 60% renewable product and a 100% renewable product.

Serving our community with respect and integrity is at the core of what we do. We center equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging in our work. The department also hosts active staff-led Culture and Racial Equity committees and has won awards for its education and outreach work with Spanish and Vietnamese-speaking communities.

For more information about San José Clean Energy, please visit: www.sanjosecleanenergy.org This department is seeking to fill one (1) full-time Power Resources Specialist I/II position to support the Risk Management and Contracts Administration Division.

This position is part of an exciting fast-paced team responsible for mitigating risks and managing a power portfolio comprised of hundreds of megawatts of renewable energy projects.

The selected candidate will have the following duties and responsibilities:
 

• Support the administration of power purchase agreements (herein, referred as "contracts"), including monitoring and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.
• Review, understand and interpret contracts; Support development of processes to ensure that the contracts are managed and settled timely, accurately, efficiently and in compliance with the contracted terms.
• Prepare, review and verify the accuracy of settlement statements and invoices for contracts.
• Support the administration of contract prepayment transaction activities related to invoices settlement.
• Interpret, analyze, communicate and resolve issues that arise during contract administration and support the dispute resolution process.
• Identify and flag any problems related to administration of existing contracts and suggest improvement for future contracts. Support implementation of process improvements in contract management.
• Review and verify weekly CAISO settlement invoices and resolve disputes in case of discrepancies.
• Support development of procedures for settlements and invoice verification.
• Collaborate with internal and external parties during negotiations and execution of contracts and advise on implications to settlements process.
• Support the manager in development of analytics to validate settlements, measure contract performance and compliance.
• Analyze settlement and market data to address management questions and provide insights.
• Maintain an understanding of existing and new regulatory laws related to California energy regulation that could impact power procurement and settlements function.
• Perform other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

The City of Redwood City is recruiting for a dynamic individual to fill the position of ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY.

WHY JOIN THE REDWOOD CITY TEAM?

We offer a wide range of meaningful career opportunities with potential for growth, training and development, competitive salaries, flexible work schedules, paid time off, and robust benefits. The Redwood City team is guided by the core values of excellence, integrity, service, collaboration, inclusion and innovation.  Inherent in these values is a great organizational culture based on trust, strong and supportive leadership, respect, risk-taking, empowerment, and effective communication.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The City of Redwood City, Public Works Services Department (Department) invites you to apply for the position of Administrative Secretary. The incumbent will perform a variety of confidential and complex secretarial and administrative duties for a department head and other staff within a department and supervise the department’s clerical team.

Typical duties may include the following: supervise, direct, and train department clerical staff; serve as back-up for department clerical staff; compose routine correspondence not requiring the department head's personal attention; maintain appointment schedules and calendars; arrange travel, conferences and meetings; act as a receptionist; screen calls and visitors, and refer inquiries as appropriate; respond to complaints and requests for information regarding the intent of instructions, precedents and regulations; take and transcribe meeting notes; recommend organization or procedural changes affecting clerical activities; research, compile and analyze data for special projects and various reports; initiate and maintain a variety of files and records for information such as payroll, attendance, budget, production and cost records; maintain manuals and update resource materials; may serve as secretary to subcommittees or other commissions, preparing the agenda, assembling background materials, setting up meetings, and other support tasks.

 

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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

 

 

 

 

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.   

Put your passion for Open Space to work!

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.
 

San José Clean Energy, or SJCE, is San José's local, not-for-profit electricity supplier operated by the City of San José's Energy Department. Since 2019, our dedicated and motivated team has provided clean energy for residents and businesses at competitive rates, while also offering community programs, local benefits, and increased transparency and accessibility.

San José Clean Energy serves more than 350,000 customers and has a peak load of almost 1 GW. SJCE is responsible for purchasing over 4,500 GWh of electricity annually and has an annual operating budget of over $300 million. Serving our community with respect and integrity is at the core of what we do. Joining our team means that you will be making a big impact and in the forefront in the fight against climate change. SJCE plays an important role in meeting San José's ambitious goal to be carbon neutral by 2030 and in implementing Climate Smart San José, the City's climate action plan.
SJCE centers equity in its drive to provide clean, renewable energy at competitive rates and provide local benefits. Since inception, SJCE has sprinted ahead to now provide 60% renewable and 95% carbon-free energy in our base product and has contracted to add over 1GW of new solar, wind, and battery storage to the grid. SJCE's low carbon energy supply is foundational as we work to meet the electrification goals outlined in Climate Smart San José. For more information about San José Clean Cascade Opportunity
At present, the City of San José's Energy Department (SJCE) has onevacant Power Resources Specialist I/II and one vacant Senior Power Resources Specialist position for which the City is recruiting to fill. In the event that the Senior Power Resources Specialist recruitment results in an internal promotion from the ranks of existing Power Resources Specialist Is or Power Resources Specialist IIs, the qualified candidate group identified through this process may also be used to fill the subsequent and future vacancy at the Power Resources Specialist I/II level. In addition, this recruitment may also be used to fill future Senior Power Resources Specialist and Power Resources Specialist I/II vacancies if and when they become available. If you are interested in being considered for employment in one of these classifications, please apply to this job announcement to ensure you are considered for current and future opportunities.

The Programs Team is responsible for designing and implementing customer programs for SJCE that fall under six areas: vehicle electrification, building electrification, Distributed Energy Resources, energy efficiency, program-specific rates, and resiliency. City Council recently approved an SJCE Programs Roadmap that includes a budget expansion of $12 million for FY 2024-2025 and a programs portfolio that is anticipated to result in over $18.5 million in lifetime customer savings and 44,000 metric tons of CO2 reductions. SJCE's programs largely focus on driving equitable access to clean energy technologies and improving affordability. SJCE has a goal of investing at least half of program incentive funds into "priority communities," defined according to income, pollution, and climate burden.

The ideal candidates are skilled and highly motivated individuals, with creative problem-solving skills. Both positions will be part of a fast-paced team, often working on multiple high-priority projects that impact the community. Good judgment, initiative, and cooperation with other staff and outside stakeholders will be an asset to these positions.

Senior Power Resources Speci alist - Distributed Energy Resources

The Energy Department is seeking to fill one (1) full-time Senior Power Resources Specialist to focus on Distributed Energy Resources for our Programs Team.

Distributed Energy Resources (DERs), such as customer-sited solar, battery storage, demand response, smart thermostats, and electric vehicles and chargers, are important tools to flatten the net demand curve and make bills more affordable as the electric grid transitions to 100% clean energy. SJCE has the additional long-term goals of using DERs to lower power procurement costs, ensuring equitable participation in the clean energy transition by improving access to DERs among San José's priority communities, and contributing to a more resilient grid.

Reporting to the Senior Environmental Program Manager, the Senior Power Resources Specialist will serve as the Senior Decarbonizations Programs Specialist - DERs, to oversee and expand SJCE's DER programs. In FY2024-2025, SJCE will expand its demand response program, Peak Rewards, to residential customers and will deploy options to enroll DERs. SJCE will also launch a telematics-based managed charging program, pilot a new super off-peak charging rate for residential customers, design and implement a battery storage incentive program, apply to grant opportunities to bolster program funding, and expand its Disadvantaged Communities Green Tariff program, Solar Access. The Senior Decarbonizations Programs Specialist will manage a Decarbonizations Programs Specialist (Power Resources Specialist I/II) that implements various DER programs and supports the team with data analytics, greenhouse gas reduction calculations, and modeling load curves.

The ideal candidates will have experience designing, planning, implementing, and evaluating Distributed Energy Resources programs for residential or commercial customer segments.

Duties include the following, but are not limited to:

- Manage the implementation of SJCE's current and upcoming DER programs, including overseeing consultants, leading solicitations, coordinating with staff in other City departments, working with SJCE's Accounts team and marketing team to analyze commercial and residential customer uptake, and verifying results and impact through analysis of meter and other data

- Identify future DER programs based on community needs and City Council feedback, alignment with SJCE's programs prioritization framework, and funding opportunities

- Supervise and motivate staff

- Work with the Equity and Community Engagement Programs Specialist and SJCE marketing team on education and outreach campaigns to increase program participation as well as support surveys, focus groups, and interviews to understand barriers to program participation and understand community needs

- Track and apply for federal, state, and local grant opportunities and federal tax incentives that align with SJCE's current and future programs, including in partnership with other Community Choice Aggregators

- Coordinate with SJCE's Regulatory and Legislative teams on advocacy for funding opportunities and proceedings affecting programs that arise through the California Public Utilities Commission and California Energy Commission

- Track DER adoption in San Jose across neighborhoods and demographics to identify target audiences for programs and marketing

- Prepare memos and presentations and present to the City Council, Climate Advisory Commission and other stakeholder groups

- Help develop indicators to measure program effectiveness, analyze program outcomes to modify implementation activities, and develop and implement verification protocols to support cost and environmental effectiveness claims.

- Other duties as assigned

Power Resources Specialist I/II - Building Electrification

The Energy Department is seeking to fill one (1) full-time Power Resources Specialist I/II position to support the Programs Team's building electrification efforts.

Buildings account for over 30% of San Jose's greenhouse gas emissions. The City Council-approved Pathway to Carbon Neutrality identified that for buildings, the primary focus should be on electrifying space and water heating equipment in residential buildings. SJCE has additional goals for building electrification:

• Electrifying buildings efficiently by complementing electric technologies with energy efficiency and Distributed Energy Resources , and prioritizing upgrades that lead to lower utility bills
• Electrifying both residential and commercial buildings

Reporting to the Senior Decarbonization Programs Specialist who leads SJCE building electrification, the Power Resources Specialist I/II will serve as the Decarbonizations Programs Specialist - Building Electrification, to help oversee and expand SJCE's building electrification and efficiency programs. The Decarbonizations Programs Specialist - Building Electrification will work with the Senior Decarbonization Programs Specialist to coordinate SJCE programming that supports an equitable transition to a decarbonized building stock. This position will support the implementation of SJCE's existing and upcoming building electrification and efficiency programs:

 

• Heat pump incentive program
• On-bill financing pilot
• Workforce development programs
• Future residential and commercial energy efficiency programs
• Marketing and education campaigns around building electrification
• Research into program designs that support participation from renters
• Future commercial building electrification program design
• Future energy advisor concierge service program
• Future water heater loaner pilot program

The position will also be instrumental in coordinating applications for state and federal building decarbonization grant opportunities. The Decarbonization Programs Specialist - Building Electrification will play a key role in identifying, designing, and implementing current and future building electrification program offerings. SJCE has received approval to implement a heat pump incentive program, on-bill financing pilot, and workforce development programs in FY 2024-2025, and the Decarbonization Programs Specialist will play a key role in the development and implementation of these programs.

The ideal candidates will have experience designing, planning, implementing, and evaluating electrification, Distributed Energy Resources, or energy efficiency programs for residential or commercial customer segments. Duties include the following, but are not limited to:

- Assist with managing the implementation of SJCE's upcoming building electrification programs, including overseeing consultants, supporting solicitations, coordinating with staff in other City departments, working with SJCE's Accounts team and marketing team to analyze uptake, and working with the marketing team and community-based organizations on education and outreach campaigns to increase adoption of building electrification technologies among low-income households

- Track building electrification program participation in San Jose across neighborhoods and demographics to identify target audiences for programs and marketing

- With the Equity and Community Engagement Programs Specialist and SJCE marketing team, support surveys, focus groups, and interviews to understand barriers to building electrification adoption and understand community needs

- Help track federal, state, and local funding opportunities that align with SJCE's near-term and long-term programs, including the federal Inflation Reduction Act and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law

- Participate in advocacy for funding opportunities that arise through the California Public Utilities Commission and California Energy Commission

- Present to the Climate Advisory Commission and other stakeholder groups as needed and help prepare materials for the City Council

- Help develop indicators to measure program effectiveness, analyze program outcomes to modify implementation activities, and develop and implement verification protocols to support cost and environmental effectiveness claims.

- Other duties as assigned

 

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. Our mission is to connect people through parks, recreation, and neighborhood services for an active San José. ActivateSJ, PRNS' latest strategic work plan, is committed to establishing 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 where people live, work, play, and learn, which include 48 community centers, 10 regional parks, 203 neighborhood parks, Happy Hollow Park & Zoo, 290 playgrounds and almost 63 miles of trails, programs and services that touch the lives of individuals and families in our community. We take a fun approach to public service, and value the public's trust. 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.orgSalary Range for this Classification is: $42.67 - $51.87 Hourly | $88,757.76 - $107,889.60 Annually. PRNS is currently recruiting to fill multiple full-time benefited vacancies for Park Rangers.

We are seeking highly motivated, personable individuals with strong leadership skills and innovative ideas to join our dynamic team of employees with a strong commitment to providing excellent service to our diverse community. Bilingual applicants speaking a second language such as Spanish or Vietnamese are encouraged to apply. If you are interested in employment in Park Ranger classifications, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

Park Ranger classifications are stewards of the park system, providing public safety services, protecting and preserving natural and cultural resources in parks, and inspiring future generations to love and nurture nature. Park Rangers are often first on scene for medical, fire and other emergencies in the parks they oversee. They teach and enforce park rules so everyone can enjoy their visit, always aiming to resolve situations with the lowest possible level of enforcement by leading with education.

Park Ranger Duties:
Specifically, under general supervision, this classification performs duties of moderate difficulty including performing overall work in park operations and visitor services; resource and environmental protection; greeting visitors and explaining/interpreting park features; performing rescue and fire suppression activities; administering emergency medical care as needed; patrolling parks; enforcement of state and local laws; performing conservation programs and projects; providing lead direction to other park personnel; coordinating and leading volunteer and internship programs; providing traffic and parking control; and preparing written and oral reports and other communication.

WORK SCHEDULES WILL FLUCTUATE TO MEET PARK OPERATIONAL NEEDS AND WILL INCLUDE WORK DURING LATEAFTERNOONS/EVENINGS, WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS. ASSIGNMENTS CAN BE MADE TO ANY AREA OF THE CITY'SREGIONAL PARKS, TRAILS SYSTEM, OR OTHER PRNS FACILITY.

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.

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.

ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY 

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT  

 

$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).