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This recruitment will be posted until August 28, 2024 at11:59pm, or until 250 applicants apply, whichever happens first. 

DEADLINE TO APPLY: Apply by August 28, 2024

THE POSITION:

The Library Assistant is responsible for delivering excellent customer service at the circulation desk.  This role involves assisting patrons in locating materials and resources, clearly communicating library policies and procedures, and providing information about library programs and services.

 

You are:

The ideal candidate will exhibit friendliness, proactivity, and enthusiasm, with a demonstrated ability to provide exceptional service to a diverse, multilingual, and multicultural community.  Strong interpersonal skills are essential, as is the capability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.  A service-oriented approach is also crucial.

 

 

 

Essential Duties

What you will do: 
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Deliver excellent customer service to library users, such as: greeting library visitors at library entrances and providing them with basic directional and informational assistance; issuing library cards and collecting library fines and fees; assisting library users with their library accounts; helping library users access and utilize library materials, facilities, and self-service systems; locating books and other materials for library users and/or placing requests for library materials in the library's online catalog.
• Respond to general questions and inquiries from the public efficiently and professionally in person, by telephone, or online; and refer advanced requests or questions to the appropriate library staff or supervisor.
• Handle and sort returned books and other library materials; set aside damaged materials for mending or withdrawal; process incoming and outgoing materials efficiently and accurately, both physically and in the library's electronic systems.
• Communicate clearly, professionally and effectively with library users by telephone, in person, and/or online regarding their library accounts and other general customer service needs.
• Access the appropriate databases to search for and identify books and other materials through the inter-library loan system; process incoming materials for distribution to the requesting library user; respond to requests from other libraries for outgoing inter-library loans.
• Search library database records and verify entries and materials status.
• Assist with planning, set-up, and execution of library programs and events.
• Operate a cash register, make accurate change, prepare accurate receipts and money for deposit.
• Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting on office machines (e.g., replenishing paper and toner, clearing paper jams).
• Assist library users with accessing the internet, utilizing library electronic resources, and other common computing tasks.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Link to full job description: Library Assistant (Part Time)


CORE COMPETENCIES  

Knowledge of:  

• Customer service best practices and techniques.
• Modern office/clerical procedures, equipment, and technology.
• Mathematics, English usage and spelling at 12th grade proficiency or higher.

Ability to: 

• Demonstrate exemplary professionalism, patience, and tact when interacting with co-workers, volunteers and general public in a diverse, busy urban public library environment.
• Perform assigned tasks efficiently and accurately, paying attention to detail.
• Utilize typical office technology effectively (e.g., email, internet, database systems, productivity software including Word and Excel).
• Deliver consistent, excellent customer service to library users by telephone, in person, and online in a busy and diverse public library environment.
• Handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Adapt to rapid changes in the work environment (e.g., new procedures, changing technology, evolving customer needs).
• Work irregular shifts, including Saturdays and evenings.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with people and organizations contacted in the course of work, including co-workers, volunteers, and the general public.

JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS 

Minimum Qualifications

You have: 
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:

Experience: Previous clerical and/or customer service experience is required. Prior experience working in a library setting is preferred. Bilingual English/Spanish language skills are highly desirable. 

Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. 

License: Special assignments require possession and maintenance of a valid California Class C Driver's License. 
 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Essential duties require the following mental and/or physical abilities and work environment: working in an indoor environment including lifting boxes of books up to fifty (50) pounds in weight; frequent bending, kneeling, stooping, squatting; reaching over head for shelving of materials; and pushing and pulling of book carts. Essential functions must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supplemental Information

BENEFITS AND REWARDS:

Benefits are pro-rated for part-time employees. Depending on employee group, some of these benefits may include:

• Alternative Work Schedule and/or Telecommuting 
• Vacation - 80 hours minimum
• 14 Paid Holidays
• Generous employer contribution for Health, Dental and Vision coverage
• CalPERS Defined Benefit Retirement Plan (2.5% at 55 for Classic CalPERS members | 2.0% at 62 for New CalPERS members | 3.0% at 50 for Classic Safety members | 2.7% at 57 for New Safety Members) - No Social Security participation.
• Life and Disability Insurance and Paid Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health and Wellness Reimbursement
• Professional Development Reimbursement
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (employee paid)

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Apply - submit a completed City of Hayward job application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, which fully describe the nature of their professional experience and qualifications.

Application Review - 

A. Minimum qualifications
B. Completion of the supplemental questionnaire

The rating of the supplemental questions may determine application status and/or rank on the eligible list.  Applications submitted without all required materials will not be considered.

Job Related Testing (examination) -
 

Written Examination -Tentatively Scheduled for early September 2024

Supplemental Questionnaire Review - Tentatively Scheduled for mid/late September 2024

The examination process will result in a ranked eligible register of candidates for hiring consideration by the department derived from any of the exam processes mentioned above.

Department Interviews - Actual hire depends on success in the departmental selection process.  Include specific or approximate dates here.

Candidates under final consideration for employment with the City should expect to undergo an employment background/reference check that may include, but is not limited to: employment history verification, medical evaluation, confirmation of educational credentials and degrees, licenses including driver's license, registrations, certificates, and other credentials as part of the appointment process. Some positions, depending on the nature of the work, also require a credit check and a review of Summary Criminal History obtained from the State Department of Justice through Live Scan Fingerprinting.
Applicants will be notified electronically via Government Jobs as to their status in the selection process.  It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they can receive email notice from Neogov/Government Jobs and the City of Hayward.

The City of Hayward reserves the right to modify the selection process as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity.

APPLICATIONS
Candidates are encouraged to apply online at www.hayward-ca.gov under the Current Vacancies tab or at www.GovernmentJobs.com.  Paper applications can be obtained by visiting the Human Resources Department at Hayward City Hall located at 777 B Street, Hayward, CA  94541.  Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least one (1) hour to submit your application if you are a new user to the system.  Our on-line application system is provided by Government Jobs. If you have problems while applying online, please contact the Government Jobs Help Desk at  (855) 524-5627.
 

The City of Hayward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Menlo Park is currently accepting applications for Child Care Teacher I/II.   

These positions are part-time (20 hours a week) and provide a flexible work schedule. We are looking for candidates that enjoy teaching & working with preschool and school aged children. The working hours are Monday through Friday.

The Executive Director (Director) is the chief executive officer of the Madera County Economic Development
Commission (MCEDC), a joint powers agency comprised of the County of Madera, the City of Madera, and the City of Chowchilla.

The Director is charged with the overall formulation and implementation of a comprehensive program of economic development that serves the entire County of Madera; the hiring, training, and supervision of the MCEDC staff, and generating the MCEDC budget. The Director will report directly to and receive supervision from the MCEDC Executive Committee.

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The City of Lincoln is built on a culture of hard work and dedication with service to our community at the center of what we do every day. We are currently seeking a dedicated and skilled individual to join our team as a Deputy City Clerk.

Under general supervision, the Deputy City Clerk performs diversified, advanced specialized and administrative work in support the City Clerk's Office. This role is crucial for maintaining city records, assisting with public inquiries, and ensuring the seamless operation of the office. The position requires high adaptability, effective communication, and the ability to build and sustain positive relationships with the general public and various levels of staff across all City departments.

This position is represented by the Mid-Management/Confidential employee group, and the probation period is 12 months.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Deputy City Clerk is responsible for performing the more routine tasks and duties of journey-level professional records management work. Incumbents provide responsible clerical and administrative assistance to the City Clerk in carrying out the functions of the department. This class is distinguished from the next higher class of City Clerk in that the latter has supervisory responsibility for the City Clerk Office.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from the City Clerk. Incumbents of this class do not routinely exercise supervision.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Include but are not limited to the following

• Responsible for operation of the City Clerk’s Office in the absence of the City Clerk.
• Drafts and finalizes City Council meeting agenda; coordinates electronic distribution of agenda packets to City Council members, the City Manager, City departments and interested members of the public; arranges for publication and posting of notices regarding City Council meetings; prepares meeting minutes; prepares and distributes agenda synopsis detailing Council action and directions to staff; distributes and files documents following Council action; finalizes resolutions, ordinances and minutes in preparation for officials’ signatures.
• Responds to inquiries from the public by letter, telephone and in-person regarding Council action and records; reviews official documents approved by City Council for accuracy, provides certified copies and attest to legal documents in the absence of the City Clerk; processes legal advertisements in accordance with State statutes.
• Handles recording of official documents; reviews official legal documents for accuracy and completeness; handles distribution and copying of recorded documents; provide notary service to city officials, staff and public.
• Assist with Municipal Election activities.
• Provide information and interpretations on the role of City Council and various committee members’ operation policies, appointment procedures, and other questions which may arise concerning committee function.  Provide notice of all meetings, keep appropriate minutes and otherwise ensure that all Board meetings are conducted in accordance with State law.
• Communicate clearly and politely to assist employees and the general public in person and by telephone; acts interdependently across departments and cultivates relationships with a broad range of functions and levels in the organization.
• Maintains the official files, indices and records of the City in accordance with established policy; assists in development of policies and procedures for the records management program at the direction of and in coordination with the with the City Clerk to determine operating, administrative, legal, fiscal, historical and/or archival value of City records; ensures technical compliance with government codes for records retention, dissemination, access, and destruction in accordance with established policy. 
• Coordinates maintenance and operation of the records center and serves as records management liaison to City departments.
• Scans various documents; prepares documents for scanning; operates scanner and indexes items scanned on the computer.
• Provides information and forms to the public; collects and processes appropriate information; processes requests for release of bonds, certificates of deposit and letters of credit.
• Responds to public record requests by letter, telephone and in person regarding Council action and City records; researches information for public or City staff when necessary; assists in the maintenance of files including historical legal documents, resolutions, ordinances, agreements; advertises public hearings and other legal notices; assists with election activities.
• Maintains office equipment; requests and follows up on needed maintenance; operates and performs routine preventative maintenance on office machines.
• Demonstrates understanding of applicable policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties.
• Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies, City management and staff and the public.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in preparing reports and data using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading correspondence, statistical data and using the computer, and acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service. The need to lift, drag and push files, paper and documents weighing up to 25 pounds also is required.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

The following are a representative sample of the KSA’s necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

Knowledge of:  General principles of the department including provision of State and Federal codes, mandates, governing rules, regulations and policies, organization, procedures and operating details of City government procedures of a City Clerk’s Office.  General principals of administration, methods and techniques of supervision, training and motivation; standard office procedures, practices and equipment, including a computer and applicable software; English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation; basic office methods and equipment.

Skill to:  Operate standard office equipment, including telephone, copy machine, scanner, computer and variety of word processing and software applications.

Ability to:  Demonstrate understanding of applicable policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties.  Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; resolve contentious issues collaboratively, respectfully and effectively; establish positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies, City management and staff and the public.  Effectively organize, direct and review work of assigned staff; maintain confidentiality of sensitive information; interpret and apply administrative and department policies and procedures; proactively research to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory agencies; analyze situations appropriately and adopt effective course of action.  Undertake activities associated with maintaining and operating records center; operate modern office machines including digital imagining equipment; learn principles and practices of archival records management; perform general clerical work including maintenance of complex files and records and compile information for reports under minimal supervision; correctly interpret and apply the policies and procedures of the program or function to which assigned; compose reports and correspondence involving individual judgement; perform routine clerical work; provide information and organize material in conformance with policies and regulations; read and understand a variety of documents including contracts and ordinances; learn and apply municipal laws and procedures, City Municipal Code provisions, election laws and political reform requirements; follow written and oral directions; read, interpret and record data accurately; prepare clear and concise reports and keep accurate records; perform mathematical calculations quickly and accurately if needed.

THE SELECTION PROCESS

The process may include an in-basket exercise, individual interviews, panel interviews and/or other related components.  Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. The candidate selected for the position will be required to complete a background check including reference checks, fingerprint check, medical exam, drug-screening and/or other related components.

Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of any special needs a minimum of five days in advance of the selection process exam by calling (916) 434-3229 or emailing hr@lincolnca.gov. The City of Lincoln is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

Summary Description

Under direction, leads, oversees, and participates in the more complex and difficult work of staff responsible for performing a variety of duties involved in receiving, evaluating, prioritizing, and relaying calls for emergency and non-emergency public safety assistance; dispatches appropriate units and coordinates response of emergency personnel; operates a variety of telecommunications equipment including radio, telephone, and computer aided dispatch systems; performs a wide variety of specialized clerical duties involved in the preparation, maintenance, and release of materials related to law enforcement activities; and performs a variety of technical and administrative tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility.

distinguishing characteristics

This is the advanced journey level class in the Public Safety Dispatch series. Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed and the complexity of duties assigned. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series including providing lead supervision to assigned staff, performing the more technical work of the unit, and providing administrative support to dispatch operations. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned area of responsibility.

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. Lead, plan, train, and review the work of staff responsible for performing duties related to the operation of the dispatch center; participate in performing the work of the unit and perform the most complex work of the unit including addressing technical issues and making operational decisions in coordination with supervisory and management staff; audit data input from dispatch center activities.
2. Train assigned employees in their areas of work including emergency dispatch methods, procedures, and techniques.
3. Assist in coordinating the scheduling of dispatch center staff; ensure all shifts are sufficiently covered.
4. Provide a variety of staff and administrative assistance related to the dispatch center; attend staff meetings and work with supervisory and management staff to resolve issues related to dispatch; perform special projects as assigned including researching training opportunities and developing dispatch related policies and procedures.
5. Perform the full range of Public Safety Dispatcher duties; receive, classify, and prioritize all incoming calls to the dispatch center including 911 calls, business line calls, and lobby calls received from citizens requesting service or information; operate a variety of public safety communications equipment including 911 emergency telephone equipment, computer aided dispatch systems, and multi-channel radio system.
6. Evaluate response necessary as dictated by a given request for service; determine nature, location, and priority of calls; operate computer aided dispatch system to create calls for service within response criteria guidelines; assign and dispatch appropriate emergency vehicles, equipment, and personnel in accordance with policies and procedures; transfer calls to other appropriate agency in accordance with established procedures; obtain and dispatch other support services as necessary.
7. Maintain contact with all units on assignment; maintain status and location of field units; monitor multiple radio frequencies; relay emergency and non-emergency information to public safety personnel in the field.
8. Retrieve information from local, state, and national computer networks regarding wanted persons, stolen property, vehicle registration, stolen vehicles, restraining orders, criminal histories, parolees, and other related information; relay information to officers in the field.
9. Operate computer terminals and teletype machine to enter, modify, and retrieve data such as stolen and recovered property, towed and stolen vehicles, missing and unidentified persons, citations, field interviews, driver license and vehicle registration information, and warrants on wanted persons; compose and transmit messages to other agencies.
10. Perform a wide variety of specialized clerical duties involved in the preparation, maintenance, and release of materials related to law enforcement activities including to organize, process, maintain, update, and route a variety of departmental reports, records, and files; operate and maintain the departmental centralized record keeping systems; make inquiries; enter reports; update individual files; update codes.
11. Monitor public security cameras and alarms for City facilities, parking lots, parks, and related facilities.
12. Maintain accuracy of rotational tow log; ensure that tows are evenly distributed among authorized tow companies.
13. May provide input into performance evaluations.
14. Perform related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Knowledge of:

• Principles of lead supervision and training.
• Operations, services, and activities of a public safety telecommunications and dispatch center.
• Operational characteristics of modern public safety telecommunications equipment including computer aided dispatch systems and multi-channel radio systems.
• Law enforcement and emergency service procedures for responding to and handling reported incidents.
• Techniques of questioning for both emergency and non-emergency calls.
• Methods and techniques of receiving, prioritizing, and dispatching emergency and non-emergency calls for service.
• Functions of the Public Safety Department and other City departments.
• Geographic features and locations within the area served.
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment.
• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Methods and techniques of telephone etiquette.
• Methods and techniques of conflict resolution.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping.

Ability to:

• Lead, organize, and review the work of dispatch center staff.
• Independently perform the most difficult work related to the area of work assigned including technical and administrative duties.
• Assist in the technical and functional supervision of the dispatch center.
• Audit data input from dispatch center personnel.
• Provide one-on-one training of new dispatchers.
• Interpret, explain, and enforce department policies and procedures.
• Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
• Effectively communicate and elicit information from upset and irate callers.
• Speak clearly and concisely in an understandable voice via radio and telephone and in person.
• Hear and distinguish radio voice traffic within normal levels and over background noise.
• Make independent decisions that affect the safety of public safety personnel, citizens, and property such as those involved in determining the urgency of requests received and the appropriate action to take.
• Dispatch police units quickly and effectively.
• Think quickly, calmly, and clearly in emergency situations.
• Perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Operate a variety of telecommunications receiving and transmitting equipment including radio transmitting communication equipment, teletype equipment, and computer equipment.
• Operate specialized public safety computer systems and applications.
• Read and interpret maps and other navigational resources and give directions.
• Type and enter data accurately at a speed necessary for successful job performance.
• Work under pressure, exercise good judgment, and make sound decisions in emergency situations.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Interpret, apply, and explain applicable federal, state and local policies, procedures, laws, codes and regulations including police records retention and dissemination policies and procedures.
• Maintain composure, alertness and concentration while working for extended periods of time.
• Compile, maintain, process, and prepare a variety of records and reports.
• Deal tactfully and courteously with the public reporting emergencies and seeking information or filing a report.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience Guidelines - 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:

Education/Training:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by successful completion of the P.O.S.T. basic dispatch course. Advanced training and certification in emergency dispatch procedures or operations is highly desirable.

Experience:

Three years of increasingly responsible public safety dispatch experience comparable to a Public Safety Dispatcher II in the City of Ceres.

License or Certificate:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid P.O.S.T. Dispatcher Certificate.

physical demands and WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Environment: Work is performed in an office and emergency services dispatch center setting with extensive public contact; incumbents are required to work evening, night, weekend, and holiday shifts; incumbents may be called back or held over to maintain staffing levels.

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office and emergency dispatch center setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.

Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

Bargaining Group: Miscellaneous

The City of San José

Known as the "Capital of Silicon Valley," the City of San José plays a vital economic and cultural role anchoring the world's leading region of innovation. Encompassing 181 square miles at the southern tip of the San Francisco Bay, San José is Northern California's largest city, third largest in the State, and the 13th largest city in the nation. With more than one million residents, San José is one of the most diverse large cities in the United States. San José's transformation into a global innovation center has resulted in one of the largest concentrations of technology companies and expertise in the world, including major tech headquarters like Cisco, Adobe, Zoom, Samsung, and eBay as well as start-ups and advanced manufacturing. The City of San José has twice been named "The Most Innovative Large City in America" by the Center for Digital Government.

San José's quality of life is unsurpassed. Surrounded by the Diablo and Santa Cruz Mountain ranges and enjoying an average of 300 days of sunshine a year, residents have easy access to the beaches along the California coast including Santa Cruz, Monterey, and Carmel-by-the-Sea; Yosemite and Lake Tahoe in the Sierra Nevada; local and Napa Valley wine country, and the rich cultural and recreational life of the entire Bay region. San José has received accolades for its vibrant neighborhoods, healthy lifestyle, and diverse attractions from national media including Business Week and Money magazines. For more information about the unparalleled quality of life in San José, please visit
https://www.sjeconomy.com/why-san-jose .

In 2011, the City adopted Envision San José 2040, a long-term growth plan that sets forth a vision and a comprehensive road map to guide the City's anticipated growth through the year 2040. The Plan proactively directs significant anticipated growth in new homes and workplaces into transit-accessible, infill growth areas and supports evolution toward a more urban landscape and lifestyle. The San José area is powered by one of the most highly educated and productive populations in the United States. More than 40% of the workforce has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared with 25% nationally. Forty percent of San José residents are foreign born, and 50% speak a language other than English at home. San José is proud of its rich cultural diversity and global connections, and the essential role the City plays in connecting residents and businesses to the nation and the world.The City of San Jose's Housing Department's mission is to strengthen and revitalize the community through housing and neighborhood investments. Supporting this work is a staff of 112 with an annual operating budget of $19 million for staff and non-personal/equipment expenses. The Housing Department's current core services, related programs, and budget can be found in the Housing Department's Budget Summary.

The Department

The Housing Department supports two of four City Council Focus Areas:
» Reducing Unsheltered Homelessness; and
» Attracting Investments in Jobs and Housing.

Since the Housing Department was established in 1987, the City has been a leader in affordable housing, creating more than 21,000 new housing opportunities for San José residents through funding affordable apartments, overseeing the Rent Stabilization Program that provides protection to both renters and mobile homeowners, and implementing innovative programs to preserve unrestricted affordable apartments. The Housing Department also strives to make homelessness in San José rare, brief, and one-time through the implementation of the Community Plan to End Homelessness. The Plan is a collaborative public-private partnership with the County of Santa Clara's Office of Supportive Housing, the Santa Clara County Housing Authority, and Destination: Home, a nonprofit partner. The Housing Department manages four U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Programs entitlement grants in addition to numerous state and local grant programs. Over the past two years, the Housing Department has played a major role in protecting the community's most vulnerable residents

The City Government

The City of San José is a full-service Charter City and operates under a Council-Manager form of government. The City Council consists of ten (10) council members elected by district and a mayor elected at large. The City Manager, who reports to the Council, and her executive team provide strategic leadership that supports the policy-making role of the Mayor and the City Council and motivates and challenges the organization to deliver high quality services that meet the community's needs. Department heads are appointed by the City Manager with confirmation by the City Council. The City actively engages with members of the community through Council-appointed boards and commissions.

In addition to providing a full range of municipal services including police and fire, San José operates an airport, a municipal water system, a regional wastewater treatment facility, some 200 neighborhood and regional parks, and a library system with 24 branches. The City also oversees convention, cultural, and hospitality facilities that include the San José McEnery Convention Center, Center for the Performing Arts, California Theater, Mexican Heritage Plaza, and the SAP Center San José - home of the National Hockey League San José Sharks.

City operations are supported by 7,040 full-time equivalent positions and a total operating and capital budget of $6.1 billion for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. San José is dedicated to maintaining the highest fiscal integrity and earning high credit ratings to ensure the consistent delivery of quality services to the community. Extensive information regarding San José can be found on the City website at www.sanjoseca.gov .

While the Deputy Director provides leadership across the Housing Department, the position plays the integral role leading and sustaining an accomplished team in supporting the Reducing Unsheltered Homelessness City Council Focus Area. The Deputy Director reports to the Director and works collaboratively with Housing Department Leadership and City Management.

The Ideal Candidate

The Deputy Director will be an energetic, self-directed, forward-thinking leader who has a keen eye for details, is very organized, is an excellent writer, and understands or is curious about financing regulations. The Deputy Director will have a high legal, ethical, and moral compass and is one who thrives in a fast-paced, often-changing, and very busy environment. The ideal candidate will be comfortable talking in public to various audiences and conducting community engagement. Equity and inclusion will be a regular consideration for the ideal candidate and will have experience leading change with these areas in mind. The Deputy Director will be a mentor and coach to staff, autonomously overseeing direct reports while regularly working collaboratively with the Director and Deputy Directors to push the Housing Department toward its goals. Education : A bachelor's degree in from an accredited college or university in planning, public or business administration, civil engineering, or a related field. Master's degree in business administration or closely related field is desirable.

Experience : Six (6) years of increasingly responsible, directly related experience in senior level administrative and/or analytic work in a public or private agency.
 

• Ten (10) or more years of commercial lending, banking, or financing experience is strongly preferred.
• Ten (10) or more years' experience with rent subsidized multifamily or senior real estate development or redevelopment projects that achieved financial closing is strongly preferred.
• Experience managing a business unit equivalent to a major division within a public or private agency is strongly preferred.

Licenses :
Possession of a valid license authorizing operation of a motor vehicle in California may be required.

Form 700:
Upon commencement of employment and subsequently each spring, the incumbent of this position must file the Family Gift Reporting Form together with the Statement of Economic Interest-Form 700. Please view the following link for details related to the State-Required reporting: Form 700 (ca.gov) and the following link for the City of San José Family Gift Reporting Form .

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history.
 

• Job Expertise: Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices including public policy and administration management, business management and private sector decision-making, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. Experience staffing a Council or advisory committee is desirable.
• Collaboration: Communicates and listens effectively and responds in an timely, effective, positive and respectful manner; written reports and correspondence are accurate, complete, current; well-organized, legible, concise, neat, and in proper grammatical form responds to statements and comments of others in a way that reflects understanding of the content and the accompanying emotion; asks clarifying questions to assure understanding of what the speaker intended, ensures consistent communication takes place within area of responsibility.
• Decision Making: Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions.
• Fiscal Management: Understands the relationship of the budget and resources to the strategic plan; complies with administrative controls over funds, contracts, and procurements.
• Leadership: Leads by example; demonstrates high ethical standards; remains visible and approachable and interacts with others on a regular basis; promotes a cooperative work environment, allowing others to learn from mistakes; provides motivational support and direction.
• Meeting Ethical Standards: When confronted with ethical dilemmas, acts in a way that reflects relevant law, policy and procedures, agency values, and personal values.
• Political Skill: In taking action, demonstrates an understanding and consideration of how it will impact stakeholders and affected areas in the organization.
• Planning: Acts to align own unit's goals with the strategic direction of the organization; Defines tasks and milestones to achieve objectives, while ensuring the optimal use of resources to meet those objectives.
• Vision- Strategic Thinking: Supports, promotes, and ensures alignment with the organization's vision and values; understands how an organization must change in light of internal and external trends and influences; builds a shared vision with others and influences others to translate vision to action.
• Communication: Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts.

The Deputy Director salary range is currently $154,506.30 - $249,425.80 placement within this range will be dependent upon the qualifications and experience of the individual selected. This salary includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation. The salary is supplemented by an attractive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:

Executive Management Benefits -
https://www.sanjoseca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument?id=21323
 

• Retirement - Competitive defined benefit retirement plan with full reciprocity with CalPERS.
• Health Insurance - The City contributes 90% towards the premium for the lowest-priced non-deductible plan. Several plan options are available.
• Dental Insurance - The City contributes 100% of the premium of the lowest-priced plan for dental coverage.
• Personal Time - Vacation is accrued initially at the rate of three weeks per year with amounts increasing up to five weeks after 15 years of service. Vacation accrual may be adjusted for successful candidates with prior public service to reflect a vacation accrual rate commensurate with total years of public service. Executive Leave of 40 hours is granted annually and depending upon success in the Management Performance Program, could increase to up to 80 hours. Sick Leave is accrued at the rate of approximately 8 hours per month.
• Holidays - The City observes 15 paid days annually.
• Deferred Compensation - The City offers an optional 457(b) plan.
• Flexible Spending Accounts - The City participates in Dependent Care Assistance and Medical Reimbursement Programs.
• Insurance - The City provides a term life insurance policy equal to two times annual salary. Long-term disability and AD&D plans are optional.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - The City provides a comprehensive range of services through its EAP.

How to Apply

To be considered, candidates must submit their application online along with the following items:

• A cover letter.
• A resume that reflects the size of staff and budgets you have managed. Your resume should indicate both months and years of beginning/ending dates of positions held.
• Responses to the three (3) online questions.

If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Taylor Pawlik at Taylor.Pawlik@sanjoseca.gov.  

CIVIL ENGINEER

Two Regular, Full-Time Employment Opportunities

Are you the type of person that is driven to improve a community?  Can you motivate yourself and others to achieve project milestones?  Would you like to work in an environment where you can directly implement the community's goals and needs?  We are looking for a person with excellent communication, critical thinking, and teamwork skills to help us rebuild our ageing infrastructure. 

The City of Sunnyvale is the second largest city in Santa Clara County and has the close-knit culture of a smaller city and the compelling projects and assignments of a large city.  We invite you to apply! 

The ideal candidate will have a passion for excellence, a commitment to serving the community, and have outstanding interpersonal skills. Other skills the City is looking for include excellent problem-solving skills, strong ability to communicate effectively and proactively both orally and in writing, and capability to establish and maintain effective work relationships.

The eligibility list created from this recruitment could be used for future Civil Engineer vacancies within the City.  The current vacancies are in the Special Projects Group and in the Design Group.

The City of Sunnyvale offers:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Classic CalPERS members have 4% of the employee contributions paid by the City, leaving only 3% for the employee to contribute.
• Retiree medical benefits available

The City of Livermore is currently accepting applications for Information Technology (IT) Coordinator! This vacancy is located in the Information Technology Division at City Hall. This is a management level position responsible for implementing, analyzing, maintaining, and managing computer hardware, software, database systems, and other specialized computer applications. The workflow for this vacancy is centered around SharePoint management, enterprise software applications (such as Tyler Munis), and other high-level software integrations.

Apply at livermoreca.gov/jobs by 5 pm on September 2nd, 2024!

The City of Dixon is opening a great opportunity for those curious to learn about the ins and outs of police work for the position of Police Cadet in the Police Department. Under the supervision of veteran Police Officer's the cadet experiences what it takes to develop important cadet skills. Examples: cadet patrol, traffic control, attending meetings, delivery of witness subpoenas, report taking, provide assistance to the various bureaus within the department, directing phone calls to the appropriate personnel, learns how to interact with the community during all kinds of problem-solving situations.

This is an entry-level, volunteer position intended as an educational and career development internship. In addition to serving a support role within the Police Department, this classification is exposed to a wide variety of law enforcement duties and will gain experience in the work place.

A Cadet volunteers a minimum of 8 hours per month and work is conducted both in a police station and in the field. Work involves irregular, often non-scheduled, hours during the day and evenings, and on the weekdays, weekends, and holidays.

Employment Processing: Those selected for hire must successfully complete and pass the following: a personal background investigation, and a pre-employment drug screen. In accordance with Federal law, an employee must provide proof of identity and legal right to work in the United States.

Veteran’s Preference Points: Veteran’s Preference points will be applied. A copy of the DD214 form must be filed as a PDF attachment at the time of application. 

The City of Dixon is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Reasonable Accommodation in the application, examination and selection process will be made upon request by calling (707) 678-7000.

Please do not reply to emails from CalOpps during this process at any time as this correspondence does not come back to our agency.

At the City of Thousand Oaks, we're seeking talented people who want to build the future of our community! Our team is passionate about delivering exceptional customer service to our residents and businesses.  We do this through a collaborative team environment rooted in service, innovation, and excellence.  We are committed to a culture of engagement, career development, and purpose.

Additional perks:

• Work in an environment surrounded by a large team of professional engineers and public works professionals
• Competitive pay and benefits 
• Strong commitment to your professional development 
• Flexible work environment and schedules (hybrid, 9/80) 
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer

The Engineering Divisions of the Public Works Department have immediate openings for two engineers. We are seeking individuals with the competence and experience to address challenges with confidence and professionalism. Ideal candidates will have demonstrated skills in the areas of utilities, land development, engineering design and/or construction, as well as experience in review and oversight across all civil engineering disciplines.

These positions may be filled as Engineering Assistant ($43.72 - $65.58 per hour), Engineering Associate ($48.30 - $72.46 per hour), or Associate Engineer ($53.37 - $80.06 per hour), depending on candidate experience, qualifications and certifications.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Prepares and oversees the preparation of complex and technical engineering studies, plans, and reports
• Assists the Division Manager and Team Leader / Senior Engineer in managing varying responsibilities including customer service, land development review, water and wastewater design and permitting, design and construction of pavement and roadway improvements, and engineering field assistance to City Maintenance personnel
• Assists with the preparation of construction documents, drawings, estimates, and specifications
• Coordinates and performs professional planning and engineering work, including reviewing proposed land development plans, and environmental impact reports (EIR), and recommends or develops appropriate mitigation measures
• Participates in the review, development, and/or revision of the various elements of plans, ordinances, and other policies and procedures
• Provide oversight of engineering consultants and/or co-workers
• Meets and works with professional and public groups
• Respond to residents regarding public works concerns
• Coordinates with customer service staff for all public works grading, paving and encroachment permits
• Assists in preparing basic engineering plans for roadway improvements including pavement, drainage and striping plans
• Prepares engineering maps and drawings; participates in the filing and retrieval of engineering maps, documents, and records
• Performs work and analysis in developing long-range goals and policies in support of the City's General Plan
• Conducts work to seek to pursue grant funding opportunities for programmed improvements; and assists in the planning and administration of various projects fueled by local, regional, and federal grant funds
• Makes presentations to boards, committees/commissions, City Council, and the public; represents the City in matters at various local and regional meetings
• Meets and works with professional and public groups, and coordinates public outreach for City infrastructure projects and programs