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City of San Jose
United States, California, San Jose
The Office of the City Attorney is committed to providing excellent legal services, consistent with the highest professional and ethical standards, to the City with the goal of protecting and advancing its interests in serving the people of San José. The Office is seeking a motivated individual with the ability to work independently and also in a team environment.The Office of the City Attorney for the City of San José is seeking a senior level trial attorney with substantial civil experience in state and federal court, excellent interpersonal skills and a positive attitude. The City's litigation portfolio includes a broad range of substantive legal issues arising under both state and federal law. As Sr. Deputy litigator, under supervision of a Chief Deputy, you will have primary responsibility for all aspects of assigned cases, including pleading, litigation strategy, client communication and coordination, discovery and document review, motion practice, settlement evaluation and negotiation, and trial. The City's varied and novel legal issues require excellent research, analytical, and writing skills as well as the ability to vigorously defend complex matters. Applicants must be an active member of the State Bar of California. The Office seeks applicants with a minimum of 10 years civil litigation and jury trial experience.Please send resume including complete employment history to: Nora Frimann, City Attorney, 200 East Santa Clara Street, 16th Floor Tower, San Jose, CA 95113, or e-mail to atty.res@sanjoseca.gov. Application review is ongoing, and the most qualified candidates will be invited for an interview. EOE
Jul 26, 2024
Full Time
The Office of the City Attorney is committed to providing excellent legal services, consistent with the highest professional and ethical standards, to the City with the goal of protecting and advancing its interests in serving the people of San José. The Office is seeking a motivated individual with the ability to work independently and also in a team environment.The Office of the City Attorney for the City of San José is seeking a senior level trial attorney with substantial civil experience in state and federal court, excellent interpersonal skills and a positive attitude. The City's litigation portfolio includes a broad range of substantive legal issues arising under both state and federal law. As Sr. Deputy litigator, under supervision of a Chief Deputy, you will have primary responsibility for all aspects of assigned cases, including pleading, litigation strategy, client communication and coordination, discovery and document review, motion practice, settlement evaluation and negotiation, and trial. The City's varied and novel legal issues require excellent research, analytical, and writing skills as well as the ability to vigorously defend complex matters. Applicants must be an active member of the State Bar of California. The Office seeks applicants with a minimum of 10 years civil litigation and jury trial experience.Please send resume including complete employment history to: Nora Frimann, City Attorney, 200 East Santa Clara Street, 16th Floor Tower, San Jose, CA 95113, or e-mail to atty.res@sanjoseca.gov. Application review is ongoing, and the most qualified candidates will be invited for an interview. EOE
City of San Jose
United States, California, San Jose
**THIS IS FOR THE JUNE 2025 POLICE ACADEMY** Application Period: Opens on July 23, 2024 Application Deadline: Closes on November 18, 2024 Join the June 2025 Academy: Shape Your Future in Law Enforcement! Are you passionate about serving your community and making a positive impact? Look no further! The June 2025 Academy is now accepting applications, and we invite you to be part of this transformative experience. What Is the june 2025 Academy? The June 2025 Academy is a rigorous Police training program designed to prepare individuals for a rewarding career in law enforcement. Whether you're a recent graduate, a career changer, or someone committed to public service, this academy provides the essential knowledge, skills, and practical training needed to excel in the field. No prior experience or training is required. However, applicants must meet ALL of the minimum qualifications below: At least 20-1/2 years old at the time of application / Maximum age is 70 years old (mandatory retirement age) Legally authorized to work in the United States under Federal Law Possession of a valid driver's license authorizing operation of a motor vehicle in the U.S. U.S. high school diploma or other state approved high school diploma equivalency exam; waived if you earned a degree from an accredited college within the U.S. *MUST POSSESS AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION* Forty (40) semester or sixty (60) quarter credits from a U.S. accredited college or university. Police academy credits already earned are accepted as part of the education requirement. (Military Veterans with an honorable discharge can substitute four (4) years of active duty service in the U.S. Air Force, Army, Navy, Marines or Coast Guard in lieu of the minimum college credit requirement) More information about Accredited College Credits Must have at least 20/40 corrected vision No felony, domestic violence or misdemeanor assault convictions; cannot currently be on probation or parole No financial accounts currently in "collections" . POLICE OFFICER RECRUIT POSITION: The San Jose Police Department is a dynamic, progressive and professional organization dedicated to maintaining community partnerships which promote a high quality of life for the City's diverse population. The Department is committed to treating all people with dignity, fairness and respect, protecting their rights and providing equal protection under the law. A Police Recruit is an entry level position and applies to someone who does NOT have police/peace officer or training within the State of California; police officers from other states and federal law enforcement officers who do NOT possess a California P.O.S.T. Academy Certificate; and someone who has graduated from a California P.O.S.T. Academy but has NOT completed a patrol field training program. The San Jose Police Department does not accept the California P.O.S.T. Waiver. JUNE 2025 RECRUITMENT SELF SCHEDULING TEST: All applicants must self schedule a WRITTEN TEST and a PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST. (We accept the Pellet B OR the NTN for the written test requirement). Refer to the registration links below: Pellet B (Written): http://www.theacademy.ca.gov/tests NTN (Written): https://www.nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs/ WSTB: http://www.theacademy.ca.gov/tests SCORE DEADLINE: **THE FINAL DEADLINE TO SUBMIT TEST SCORES FOR THIS ACADEMY RECRUITMENT WILL BE NOVEMBER 25, 2024** -THE SOONER YOU SUBMIT YOUR WRITTEN AND PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST SCORES, THE SOONER YOU CAN SCHEDULE YOUR ORAL INTERVIEW. **ALL APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE THE WRITTEN AND PHYSICAL AGILITY BEFORE RECEIVING AN ORAL INTERVIEW INVITE** STEP #1: SUBMIT POLICE RECRUIT APPLICATION STEP #2: COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATION The Supplemental Application will be sent to you within one week of applying. It includes the Personal History Questionnaire consisting of approximately 40 questions, which allow an applicant to self-report behavior(s) determined to be related directly to job suitability. STEP #3: SELF-SCHEDULE WRITTEN and PHYSICAL AGILITY EXAMS. Candidates must pass ONE of the below written examinations. Results valid for 1 year. California P.O.S.T. Reading & Writing Test (PELLETB) ( Available only in CA)Pass Point is a T-Score total of 50 or higher. Results valid for three years. For more information or to register, visit: http://www.theacademy.ca.gov/tests National Testing Network (NTN) Frontline Written Exam : ( Available Nationwide) Pass Point scores are 65% Video, 70% Reading, and 70% Writing. For more information or to register, visit: https://www.nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs/ California P.O.S.T. Physical Agility Test (WSTB) . Pass or Fail. The WSTB includes a 99-yard obstacle course, 32-foot body drag (165 lbs.), six-foot chain-link fence climb with 25 yard sprint, and 500-yard run. Also included in the Physical Agility Test is a 1 mile run, which must be completed in 12 minutes or less. Results valid for one year. To register, visit: http://www.theacademy.ca.gov/tests We will not accept the WSTB from any other department/agency. STEP #4: ORAL BOARD INTERVIEW This is a panel interview. Candidates will be asked five to eight questions. Pass Point is 70% or higher. Results are valid for three years. If you are out of state or military, we can conduct your interview via ZOOM but you will still need to come out here to take the physical agility test. STEP #5: BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION PROCESS Eligible candidates will complete a Personal History Statement (PHS) packet. Background investigators will then be assigned to assist candidates through the process. Upon successful completion and review of the background investigation, the hiring board will make their employment selections. Those selected will receive a conditional offer of employment, contingent upon successfully passing a medical and psychological exam. STEP #6: THE SAN JOSE POLICE ACADEMY Police Recruits are considered a City of San Jose employee while attending the Academy, which is a 26-week program. Recruits are paid the current contract hourly rate while in the Academy. Upon graduation, you will enter the Field Training Program (FTO) for additional training as a SJPD officer on the street. For the current Police Recruit hourly rate go to: City Pay Plan as of 09/2022 DISCLAIMER: The provisions of this job posting do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. Resumes will not be accepted. The City may, without notice, change or eliminate any particular assessment or component or combination of components as needs dictate. IMPORTANT: Per the City's COVID19 Mandatory Vaccination Policy , On September 12, 2022, the County of Santa Clara rescinded prior Public Health Orders
related to COVID-19 vaccination and testing. The County's Health Officer continues to recommend that all individuals receive COVID-19 booster shots for which they are eligible; however, given the rapid emergence of new and different variants, the anticipated release of additional boosters on a periodic basis, and changing guidance on when individuals should obtain boosters in light of prior vaccination and prior COVID-19 infection, the requirement that all City officers, employees, temporary employees, unpaid interns, and members of any City of San Jose Boards, Commission or Committees obtain a booster shot within 14 days of becoming eligible is discontinued at this time. All City officers, employees, temporary employees, unpaid interns, and members of any City of San Jose Boards, Commission or Committees are required to be "fully vaccinated." Fully vaccinated means the following: It has been at least two weeks since the person has completed the entire recommended initial series of a COVID-19 vaccine. For example, as of the date of the most recent update to this memorandum, the person would be fully vaccinated at least two weeks after receiving a second dose of the Pfizer, Moderna, or Novavax COVID-19 vaccine or two weeks after receiving a single dose of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine. Agency San Jose Police Department Address 6087 Great Oaks Parkway San Jose, California, 95119
Jul 25, 2024
Full Time
**THIS IS FOR THE JUNE 2025 POLICE ACADEMY** Application Period: Opens on July 23, 2024 Application Deadline: Closes on November 18, 2024 Join the June 2025 Academy: Shape Your Future in Law Enforcement! Are you passionate about serving your community and making a positive impact? Look no further! The June 2025 Academy is now accepting applications, and we invite you to be part of this transformative experience. What Is the june 2025 Academy? The June 2025 Academy is a rigorous Police training program designed to prepare individuals for a rewarding career in law enforcement. Whether you're a recent graduate, a career changer, or someone committed to public service, this academy provides the essential knowledge, skills, and practical training needed to excel in the field. No prior experience or training is required. However, applicants must meet ALL of the minimum qualifications below: At least 20-1/2 years old at the time of application / Maximum age is 70 years old (mandatory retirement age) Legally authorized to work in the United States under Federal Law Possession of a valid driver's license authorizing operation of a motor vehicle in the U.S. U.S. high school diploma or other state approved high school diploma equivalency exam; waived if you earned a degree from an accredited college within the U.S. *MUST POSSESS AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION* Forty (40) semester or sixty (60) quarter credits from a U.S. accredited college or university. Police academy credits already earned are accepted as part of the education requirement. (Military Veterans with an honorable discharge can substitute four (4) years of active duty service in the U.S. Air Force, Army, Navy, Marines or Coast Guard in lieu of the minimum college credit requirement) More information about Accredited College Credits Must have at least 20/40 corrected vision No felony, domestic violence or misdemeanor assault convictions; cannot currently be on probation or parole No financial accounts currently in "collections" . POLICE OFFICER RECRUIT POSITION: The San Jose Police Department is a dynamic, progressive and professional organization dedicated to maintaining community partnerships which promote a high quality of life for the City's diverse population. The Department is committed to treating all people with dignity, fairness and respect, protecting their rights and providing equal protection under the law. A Police Recruit is an entry level position and applies to someone who does NOT have police/peace officer or training within the State of California; police officers from other states and federal law enforcement officers who do NOT possess a California P.O.S.T. Academy Certificate; and someone who has graduated from a California P.O.S.T. Academy but has NOT completed a patrol field training program. The San Jose Police Department does not accept the California P.O.S.T. Waiver. JUNE 2025 RECRUITMENT SELF SCHEDULING TEST: All applicants must self schedule a WRITTEN TEST and a PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST. (We accept the Pellet B OR the NTN for the written test requirement). Refer to the registration links below: Pellet B (Written): http://www.theacademy.ca.gov/tests NTN (Written): https://www.nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs/ WSTB: http://www.theacademy.ca.gov/tests SCORE DEADLINE: **THE FINAL DEADLINE TO SUBMIT TEST SCORES FOR THIS ACADEMY RECRUITMENT WILL BE NOVEMBER 25, 2024** -THE SOONER YOU SUBMIT YOUR WRITTEN AND PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST SCORES, THE SOONER YOU CAN SCHEDULE YOUR ORAL INTERVIEW. **ALL APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE THE WRITTEN AND PHYSICAL AGILITY BEFORE RECEIVING AN ORAL INTERVIEW INVITE** STEP #1: SUBMIT POLICE RECRUIT APPLICATION STEP #2: COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATION The Supplemental Application will be sent to you within one week of applying. It includes the Personal History Questionnaire consisting of approximately 40 questions, which allow an applicant to self-report behavior(s) determined to be related directly to job suitability. STEP #3: SELF-SCHEDULE WRITTEN and PHYSICAL AGILITY EXAMS. Candidates must pass ONE of the below written examinations. Results valid for 1 year. California P.O.S.T. Reading & Writing Test (PELLETB) ( Available only in CA)Pass Point is a T-Score total of 50 or higher. Results valid for three years. For more information or to register, visit: http://www.theacademy.ca.gov/tests National Testing Network (NTN) Frontline Written Exam : ( Available Nationwide) Pass Point scores are 65% Video, 70% Reading, and 70% Writing. For more information or to register, visit: https://www.nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs/ California P.O.S.T. Physical Agility Test (WSTB) . Pass or Fail. The WSTB includes a 99-yard obstacle course, 32-foot body drag (165 lbs.), six-foot chain-link fence climb with 25 yard sprint, and 500-yard run. Also included in the Physical Agility Test is a 1 mile run, which must be completed in 12 minutes or less. Results valid for one year. To register, visit: http://www.theacademy.ca.gov/tests We will not accept the WSTB from any other department/agency. STEP #4: ORAL BOARD INTERVIEW This is a panel interview. Candidates will be asked five to eight questions. Pass Point is 70% or higher. Results are valid for three years. If you are out of state or military, we can conduct your interview via ZOOM but you will still need to come out here to take the physical agility test. STEP #5: BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION PROCESS Eligible candidates will complete a Personal History Statement (PHS) packet. Background investigators will then be assigned to assist candidates through the process. Upon successful completion and review of the background investigation, the hiring board will make their employment selections. Those selected will receive a conditional offer of employment, contingent upon successfully passing a medical and psychological exam. STEP #6: THE SAN JOSE POLICE ACADEMY Police Recruits are considered a City of San Jose employee while attending the Academy, which is a 26-week program. Recruits are paid the current contract hourly rate while in the Academy. Upon graduation, you will enter the Field Training Program (FTO) for additional training as a SJPD officer on the street. For the current Police Recruit hourly rate go to: City Pay Plan as of 09/2022 DISCLAIMER: The provisions of this job posting do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. Resumes will not be accepted. The City may, without notice, change or eliminate any particular assessment or component or combination of components as needs dictate. IMPORTANT: Per the City's COVID19 Mandatory Vaccination Policy , On September 12, 2022, the County of Santa Clara rescinded prior Public Health Orders
related to COVID-19 vaccination and testing. The County's Health Officer continues to recommend that all individuals receive COVID-19 booster shots for which they are eligible; however, given the rapid emergence of new and different variants, the anticipated release of additional boosters on a periodic basis, and changing guidance on when individuals should obtain boosters in light of prior vaccination and prior COVID-19 infection, the requirement that all City officers, employees, temporary employees, unpaid interns, and members of any City of San Jose Boards, Commission or Committees obtain a booster shot within 14 days of becoming eligible is discontinued at this time. All City officers, employees, temporary employees, unpaid interns, and members of any City of San Jose Boards, Commission or Committees are required to be "fully vaccinated." Fully vaccinated means the following: It has been at least two weeks since the person has completed the entire recommended initial series of a COVID-19 vaccine. For example, as of the date of the most recent update to this memorandum, the person would be fully vaccinated at least two weeks after receiving a second dose of the Pfizer, Moderna, or Novavax COVID-19 vaccine or two weeks after receiving a single dose of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine. Agency San Jose Police Department Address 6087 Great Oaks Parkway San Jose, California, 95119
City of San Jose
United States, California, San Jose
The City of San José, the Capital of Silicon Valley, is one of the nation's best managed cities and one of the top 10 cities in which to live, work, and do business. Moreover, San José is the center of cultural, government and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San José have embraced the following values: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect and Celebration. The City's Airport Department is seeking an individual whose values align with the values of the City's employees. Prior to the impact of COVID, the Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) served more than 15 million passengers annually with 450 peak daily departures and arrivals on 13 international and domestic carriers to 50+ nonstop destinations. SJC has been one of America's fastest-growing major airports over the past four-year period, based on percentage increase in passenger seat capacity. We are looking for team members who can work toward our Mission Statement to "Connect, Serve and Inspire" and our Vision Statement to "Transform how Silicon Valley Travels". For more information about SJC, visit http://www.flysanjose.com .San José Mineta International Airport is hiring for an Airport Equipment Mechanic. The position of Airport Equipment Mechanic at San José Mineta International Airport is responsible for providing technical assistance and repairs to specialized airport terminal equipment and systems, such as passenger boarding bridges, carousels, and baggage conveyors (slope plate and flat plated), ground support equipment, and much more. The incumbent is expected to inspect and oversee the work performed by outside contractors. The successful candidate will be responsible for the continued development of a program designed to meet the needs of the changing Airport environment. The physical requirements of this position requires heavy work, such as kneeling, lifting, pushing, reaching; exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. This position may require shift work and include weekend coverage. The final candidate's qualifications and experience shall determine the actual salary. The Airport Equipment Mechanic salary range is $90,251.20 - $109,761.60 annually. Competencies: The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include: -Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. -Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. -Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. -Flexibility - Makes effective decisions and achieves desired results in the midst of major changes in responsibilities, work processes, timeframes, performance expectations, organizational culture. -Problem Solving - Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome. -Reliability - Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate. Education and Experience Equivalent to completion of high school and four (4) years of directly related experience with the operation, repair, and maintenance of airport terminal equipment in an airport environment. Required Licensing Possession of a valid driver's license authorizing operation of a motor vehicle in California. Employment Eligibility Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application. Candidates are required to satisfactorily complete and pass a fingerprint based Criminal History Records Check prior to being considered for a position in this class at the Airport. This Airport position requires a background check and a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) check. The candidate must be fingerprinted and qualify under all applicable TSA and Airport regulations. Selection Process The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews. The application deadline is 11:59 PM on Monday, August 5, 2024. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Kit Kwan at KKwan@sjc.org .
Jul 21, 2024
Full Time
The City of San José, the Capital of Silicon Valley, is one of the nation's best managed cities and one of the top 10 cities in which to live, work, and do business. Moreover, San José is the center of cultural, government and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San José have embraced the following values: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect and Celebration. The City's Airport Department is seeking an individual whose values align with the values of the City's employees. Prior to the impact of COVID, the Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) served more than 15 million passengers annually with 450 peak daily departures and arrivals on 13 international and domestic carriers to 50+ nonstop destinations. SJC has been one of America's fastest-growing major airports over the past four-year period, based on percentage increase in passenger seat capacity. We are looking for team members who can work toward our Mission Statement to "Connect, Serve and Inspire" and our Vision Statement to "Transform how Silicon Valley Travels". For more information about SJC, visit http://www.flysanjose.com .San José Mineta International Airport is hiring for an Airport Equipment Mechanic. The position of Airport Equipment Mechanic at San José Mineta International Airport is responsible for providing technical assistance and repairs to specialized airport terminal equipment and systems, such as passenger boarding bridges, carousels, and baggage conveyors (slope plate and flat plated), ground support equipment, and much more. The incumbent is expected to inspect and oversee the work performed by outside contractors. The successful candidate will be responsible for the continued development of a program designed to meet the needs of the changing Airport environment. The physical requirements of this position requires heavy work, such as kneeling, lifting, pushing, reaching; exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. This position may require shift work and include weekend coverage. The final candidate's qualifications and experience shall determine the actual salary. The Airport Equipment Mechanic salary range is $90,251.20 - $109,761.60 annually. Competencies: The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include: -Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. -Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. -Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. -Flexibility - Makes effective decisions and achieves desired results in the midst of major changes in responsibilities, work processes, timeframes, performance expectations, organizational culture. -Problem Solving - Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome. -Reliability - Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate. Education and Experience Equivalent to completion of high school and four (4) years of directly related experience with the operation, repair, and maintenance of airport terminal equipment in an airport environment. Required Licensing Possession of a valid driver's license authorizing operation of a motor vehicle in California. Employment Eligibility Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application. Candidates are required to satisfactorily complete and pass a fingerprint based Criminal History Records Check prior to being considered for a position in this class at the Airport. This Airport position requires a background check and a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) check. The candidate must be fingerprinted and qualify under all applicable TSA and Airport regulations. Selection Process The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews. The application deadline is 11:59 PM on Monday, August 5, 2024. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Kit Kwan at KKwan@sjc.org .
City of San Jose
United States, California, San Jose
The City of San José is a place where we use civic technology to help our community thrive. As the 10th largest city in the nation, the City manages a large set of services and assets. The City operates on a budget of $5 billion, with 7,000 employees serving 1+ million residents and 80,000 businesses in the heart of Silicon Valley. Information Technology's (IT) mission: Put powerful tools and information in the hands of people to unleash their brilliance in service to our community. IT enables that mission through business and infrastructure systems, cybersecurity, data management and analysis, productivity and collaboration tools, the San Jose 311 resident experience platform, data equity and privacy programs, and strategic planning. San Jose is powered by truly great people, a robust technology environment, and a strong sense of purpose. We promote work-life integration and a focus on growth to bring out the best in our people. Come join us in making San Jose the most vibrant, equitable, sustainable, and innovative city in America! You can visit the Information Technology Department website to learn more about us. NOTE - The first review of applications will be on Wednesday, August 7, 2024. Please submit your application by 11:59 p.m. (PST) on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, if you would like your application to be included in the first review. Candidates who pass the first application review round will be invited to interviews on the week of August 12, 2024 The Information Technology Department is recruiting for a Business Analyst within the City Products-Projects-Portfolio Office (C3PO). The Business Analyst will play a crucial role in analyzing and documenting business processes, identifying needs, and providing data-driven recommendations to improve the organization's efficiency and productivity. The position will also lead and perform usability and accessibility work on digital service delivery analysis and/or improvement. This position will play a key role in ensuring new services are developed to bridge access, language, and ease of use barriers experienced disproportionately by underserved portions of our community. If you are passionate about building amazing civic products, leading cross-functional teams in building features, re-engineering business processes, and having exceptional customer empathy, this position may be a superb fit for you! Key duties may include but are not limited to: Leading user research on digital products by: Identifying user and organizational needs through interviews, conversations, workshops/focus groups, and analytics research. Building strong professional relationships with stakeholders to understand what is best for the users. Designing user interface prototypes and journey mapping to improve resident and staff outcomes with digital services. Training and coaching City staff and creating documentation on standards for user-centered design approaches. Engaging internal and external customers to conduct usability testing to build meaningful products, services, and processes. Sustaining and improving customer satisfaction through quality customer support, continual system/user interface configuration improvement, and analysis and/or resolution of product issues. Performing omnichannel audits and/or assessments that provide actionable recommendations to improve accessibility and usability. Gather and analyze data from various sources to understand business needs and objectives. Work closely with stakeholders to define, document, and prioritize business requirements. Conduct a thorough analysis of current business processes, systems, and workflows. Identify opportunities for improvement and propose solutions to address business challenges. Develop detailed reports, diagrams, and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement solutions and ensure alignment with business goals. Assist in the testing and validating of new systems, processes, or software tools. This position is currently funded through June 30, 2025, with the potential to extend based on resource availability. Please note that the Business Analyst position is currently eligible for a hybrid telework schedule. The schedule for working remotely and onsite is subject to change. Salary Information: The final candidate's qualifications and experience shall determine the actual salary. In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Senior Analyst classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay. Salary Range (including the 5% NPWI): $113,327.76 - $138,072.48 The Senior Analyst's bargaining unit is the City Association of Management Personnel (CAMP) . Education: A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university. Experience: Four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in general management/administrative analytic work in the areas of budget, finance, grant administration, organizational analysis, general administration, human resources, or related fields in general analytical work. Acceptable Substitutions: One (1) year of additional education above the Bachelor's Degree level may be substituted for one (1) year of the required management/administrative analytic work. Competencies 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, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies, and federal and state rules and regulations. The ideal candidate will also possess a combination of the following knowledge and experience: 2+ more years of experience with gathering information system requirements, technical analysis, and end-user training techniques is highly desirable. Experience in approaches to business process reengineering through business process automation. Experience with "As Is" and "To Be" information and business process modeling. Knowledge of project methodologies (Waterfall, Agile) is desirable. Ability to communicate functional business requirements to technical developers. Ability in business process modeling, gap analysis, and converting concepts into effective design. Demonstrates the technical understanding to work across teams to deliver and sustain products and services successfully; translate end user needs into technical/functional requirements; create functional solutions and integrations; and coordinate process redesign with business units to render superior customer experience and communication. Demonstrates success in enterprise-class product implementation, customer experience, and omnichannel solutions with multi-faceted features: website, web portals, online forms, chatbot, virtual agent, contact center, mobile app, analytics, social media interfaces, google map interfaces, etc. Creativity - Addresses objectives and problems while questioning traditional assumptions/solutions to generate creative ideas and new business ways; exhibits creativity and innovation when contributing to organizational and individual goals; seeks opportunities to improve, streamline, and reinvent work processes. Project Management - Ensures support for projects and implements agency goals and strategic objectives. Analytical Thinking - Approaching a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach. Facilitation - Exhibits behaviors and techniques that enhance the quality of group processes. 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. Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. Communication Skills - 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. Selection Process: The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job-specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered, or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews, one of which may include a practical/writing exercise. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection, or the hiring processes, please contact Tram Nguyen at tramt.nguyen@sanjoseca.gov.
Jul 21, 2024
Full Time
The City of San José is a place where we use civic technology to help our community thrive. As the 10th largest city in the nation, the City manages a large set of services and assets. The City operates on a budget of $5 billion, with 7,000 employees serving 1+ million residents and 80,000 businesses in the heart of Silicon Valley. Information Technology's (IT) mission: Put powerful tools and information in the hands of people to unleash their brilliance in service to our community. IT enables that mission through business and infrastructure systems, cybersecurity, data management and analysis, productivity and collaboration tools, the San Jose 311 resident experience platform, data equity and privacy programs, and strategic planning. San Jose is powered by truly great people, a robust technology environment, and a strong sense of purpose. We promote work-life integration and a focus on growth to bring out the best in our people. Come join us in making San Jose the most vibrant, equitable, sustainable, and innovative city in America! You can visit the Information Technology Department website to learn more about us. NOTE - The first review of applications will be on Wednesday, August 7, 2024. Please submit your application by 11:59 p.m. (PST) on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, if you would like your application to be included in the first review. Candidates who pass the first application review round will be invited to interviews on the week of August 12, 2024 The Information Technology Department is recruiting for a Business Analyst within the City Products-Projects-Portfolio Office (C3PO). The Business Analyst will play a crucial role in analyzing and documenting business processes, identifying needs, and providing data-driven recommendations to improve the organization's efficiency and productivity. The position will also lead and perform usability and accessibility work on digital service delivery analysis and/or improvement. This position will play a key role in ensuring new services are developed to bridge access, language, and ease of use barriers experienced disproportionately by underserved portions of our community. If you are passionate about building amazing civic products, leading cross-functional teams in building features, re-engineering business processes, and having exceptional customer empathy, this position may be a superb fit for you! Key duties may include but are not limited to: Leading user research on digital products by: Identifying user and organizational needs through interviews, conversations, workshops/focus groups, and analytics research. Building strong professional relationships with stakeholders to understand what is best for the users. Designing user interface prototypes and journey mapping to improve resident and staff outcomes with digital services. Training and coaching City staff and creating documentation on standards for user-centered design approaches. Engaging internal and external customers to conduct usability testing to build meaningful products, services, and processes. Sustaining and improving customer satisfaction through quality customer support, continual system/user interface configuration improvement, and analysis and/or resolution of product issues. Performing omnichannel audits and/or assessments that provide actionable recommendations to improve accessibility and usability. Gather and analyze data from various sources to understand business needs and objectives. Work closely with stakeholders to define, document, and prioritize business requirements. Conduct a thorough analysis of current business processes, systems, and workflows. Identify opportunities for improvement and propose solutions to address business challenges. Develop detailed reports, diagrams, and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement solutions and ensure alignment with business goals. Assist in the testing and validating of new systems, processes, or software tools. This position is currently funded through June 30, 2025, with the potential to extend based on resource availability. Please note that the Business Analyst position is currently eligible for a hybrid telework schedule. The schedule for working remotely and onsite is subject to change. Salary Information: The final candidate's qualifications and experience shall determine the actual salary. In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Senior Analyst classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay. Salary Range (including the 5% NPWI): $113,327.76 - $138,072.48 The Senior Analyst's bargaining unit is the City Association of Management Personnel (CAMP) . Education: A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university. Experience: Four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in general management/administrative analytic work in the areas of budget, finance, grant administration, organizational analysis, general administration, human resources, or related fields in general analytical work. Acceptable Substitutions: One (1) year of additional education above the Bachelor's Degree level may be substituted for one (1) year of the required management/administrative analytic work. Competencies 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, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies, and federal and state rules and regulations. The ideal candidate will also possess a combination of the following knowledge and experience: 2+ more years of experience with gathering information system requirements, technical analysis, and end-user training techniques is highly desirable. Experience in approaches to business process reengineering through business process automation. Experience with "As Is" and "To Be" information and business process modeling. Knowledge of project methodologies (Waterfall, Agile) is desirable. Ability to communicate functional business requirements to technical developers. Ability in business process modeling, gap analysis, and converting concepts into effective design. Demonstrates the technical understanding to work across teams to deliver and sustain products and services successfully; translate end user needs into technical/functional requirements; create functional solutions and integrations; and coordinate process redesign with business units to render superior customer experience and communication. Demonstrates success in enterprise-class product implementation, customer experience, and omnichannel solutions with multi-faceted features: website, web portals, online forms, chatbot, virtual agent, contact center, mobile app, analytics, social media interfaces, google map interfaces, etc. Creativity - Addresses objectives and problems while questioning traditional assumptions/solutions to generate creative ideas and new business ways; exhibits creativity and innovation when contributing to organizational and individual goals; seeks opportunities to improve, streamline, and reinvent work processes. Project Management - Ensures support for projects and implements agency goals and strategic objectives. Analytical Thinking - Approaching a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach. Facilitation - Exhibits behaviors and techniques that enhance the quality of group processes. 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. Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. Communication Skills - 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. Selection Process: The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job-specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered, or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews, one of which may include a practical/writing exercise. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection, or the hiring processes, please contact Tram Nguyen at tramt.nguyen@sanjoseca.gov.
City of San Jose
United States, California, San Jose
The City of San José is recruiting for the Director of Environmental Services. The Environmental Services Department's mission is to deliver world-class utility services and programs to improve the City's health, environment, and economy. Supporting this work is a staff of 592 full time equivalent positions, an annual operating budget of approximately $471 million, and a capital budget for fiscal years 2024-2029 of approximately $1.4 billion. The Environmental Services Director reports to and serves as a key advisor to the City Manager. The Director's Executive Management Team includes an Assistant Director, the General Manager of the Region Regional Wastewater Facility, and six Deputy Directors. The Department provides seven core services: 1. Potable Water Delivery 2. Recycled Water Management 3. Recycle and Garbage 4. Stormwater Management 5. Sustainability and Environmental Health 6. Wastewater Management 7. Strategic Support For additional information please visit the recruitment brochure located here: https://www.cpshr.us/recruitment/2377-2/ For information on position duties, please visit the recruitment brochure located here: https://www.cpshr.us/recruitment/2377-2/ Education: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, planning, environmental engineering/science, or related field. A master's degree is preferred. Experience: Ten years of progressively responsible professional experience demonstrating proficiency at the management, policy making, and execution levels of a public and/or corporate organization responsible for a complex range of programs related to the Department's core services and management of municipal utilities is required, including at least five years at an executive leadership level.Application Deadline: August 30, 2024 To be considered for this opportunity, please follow the instructions on the recruitment brochure to apply: https://www.cpshr.us/recruitment/2377-2/ For further information please contact CPS HR Consulting: Abby Ackers at 916-471-3422.
Jul 21, 2024
Full Time
The City of San José is recruiting for the Director of Environmental Services. The Environmental Services Department's mission is to deliver world-class utility services and programs to improve the City's health, environment, and economy. Supporting this work is a staff of 592 full time equivalent positions, an annual operating budget of approximately $471 million, and a capital budget for fiscal years 2024-2029 of approximately $1.4 billion. The Environmental Services Director reports to and serves as a key advisor to the City Manager. The Director's Executive Management Team includes an Assistant Director, the General Manager of the Region Regional Wastewater Facility, and six Deputy Directors. The Department provides seven core services: 1. Potable Water Delivery 2. Recycled Water Management 3. Recycle and Garbage 4. Stormwater Management 5. Sustainability and Environmental Health 6. Wastewater Management 7. Strategic Support For additional information please visit the recruitment brochure located here: https://www.cpshr.us/recruitment/2377-2/ For information on position duties, please visit the recruitment brochure located here: https://www.cpshr.us/recruitment/2377-2/ Education: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, planning, environmental engineering/science, or related field. A master's degree is preferred. Experience: Ten years of progressively responsible professional experience demonstrating proficiency at the management, policy making, and execution levels of a public and/or corporate organization responsible for a complex range of programs related to the Department's core services and management of municipal utilities is required, including at least five years at an executive leadership level.Application Deadline: August 30, 2024 To be considered for this opportunity, please follow the instructions on the recruitment brochure to apply: https://www.cpshr.us/recruitment/2377-2/ For further information please contact CPS HR Consulting: Abby Ackers at 916-471-3422.
City of San Jose
United States, California, San Jose
The City of San José, the Capital of Silicon Valley, is one of the nation's best managed cities and one of the top 10 cities in which to live, work, and do business. Moreover, San José is the center of cultural, government and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San José have embraced the following values: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect, and Celebration. The City's Airport Department is seeking an individual whose values align with the values of the City's employees. Prior to the impact of COVID, San José Mineta International Airport (SJC) served more than 15 million passengers annually with 450 peak daily departures and arrivals on 13 international and domestic carriers to 50+ nonstop destinations. SJC has been one of America's fastest-growing major airports over the past four-year period, based on percentage increase in passenger seat capacity. We are looking for team members who can work toward our Mission Statement to "Connect, Serve and Inspire" and our Vision Statement to "Transform how Silicon Valley Travels". For more information about SJC, visit http://www.flysanjose.com . The Maintenance Assistant/Maintenance Worker I is the flexibly staffed entry/journey class in the Maintenance Worker series, described as follows: The salary range for Maintenance Assistant is: $54,537.60 - $69,576.00. The salary range for Maintenance Worker I is: $ 68,473.60 - $83,304.00 The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate's qualifications and experience. San José Mineta International Airport is accepting applications for the position of Maintenance Assistant. This vacancy is for our Swing Swift team, which is roughly from 2:00 p.m. - 10:00 pm. The Maintenance Assistant position is responsible for raking leaves and debris, digging post holes, trimming hedges and trees, as well as cleaning large areas that contain debris, weeds, abandoned materials, catch basins and gutters. The Maintenance Assistant will also be required to safely operate pressure washers, scrubbers, sweepers, pick-up trucks, as well as tractors with flail mower attachments. Other responsibilities include assisting with forming, pouring and finishing of new concrete surfaces, and working on landscape projects near roadways, which may involve proper set-up of roadway markings and traffic control. In addition, this position will be responsible for planting ground covers, flowers, plants and trees, using a variety of soil amendments and fertilizers. The use of power hand tools for the maintenance and repair of plumbing fixtures, doors, roofs, sanitary sewer line cleaning, changing lamps, emptying trash and picking up trash/debris in assigned areas will also be required. Other duties may include: - Digs holes, trenches, and ditches using picks, shovels, jack hammers, spades, cultivating forks, post hole diggers and other tools; loads, unloads, shovels, and rakes sand, gravel, dirt, fertilizer, loam, asphalt, and other materials. - Participates in the repair of sewer lines, checking of sanitary sewers, laying of sewer pipes, and installation of sewer connections. - Performs labor in the planting, cultivating, trimming, removing, watering, and spraying of lawns, plants and other vegetation. - Mows and trims lawns, rakes leaves, hoes weeds, clears paths and trails, empties trash containers, cleans equipment, structures, and facilities, such as courts, swimming pools, park grounds, restrooms and work areas. - Performs labor in the erecting of tree supports - Sets up cones and barricades for traffic and safety control, may perform as a flag person. - Lifts heavy weights. - Operates small dump trucks, light flatbed trucks, portable cement mixers, small sweepers and other equipment. - Uses tools such as air spades, tampers, picks, shovels, hoes, rakes, pruning shears, rototillers, trimmers, shears, edgers, loppers, pruners and other items. - Uses general carpentry, mechanical and hand tools, such as saws, drills, wrenches, hammers, screwdrivers, ladders and other tools. - Is responsible for safe operation of equipment and tools. - Is responsible for vehicle and pedestrian traffic safety in work areas. - May provide information and deal with the public. - May complete vandalism reports, work orders and other related service forms. - Incumbents in this position are required to possess and maintain all Airport grounds and Airside Operations Area (MOAP) driving privileges. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment. DUTY NO. TYPICAL CLASS ESSENTIAL DUTIES : (These duties and estimated frequency are a representative sample; position assignments may vary depending on the business needs of the department.) Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: FREQUENCY* 1 Digs holes, trenches, and ditches; loads, unloads, shovels, and rakes sand, gravel, dirt, fertilizer, loam, asphalt, and other materials. Daily/Several Times 2. Operates a wide range of hand, mechanical and power tools, as well as a variety of light and heavy vehicle, trucks and equipment, relevant to assigned work; complies with all safety regulations in the operation of tools and equipment. Daily/Several Times 3. Participates in, or performs, a variety of semi-skilled tasks such as cleaning catch basins and plugged sewers; repairing and unplugging sewer laterals, mains and storm drains; repairing and replacing water lines; repairing and patching street surfaces; and installing and repairing chain-link fences. Daily/Several Times 4. Performs labor in the planting, cultivating, trimming, removing, watering, aerating, pruning, and spraying of lawns, plants and other vegetation; grades and prepares base paths, applies top dressing, lays sod and seeds to athletic infields and outfields; applies fungicides, herbicides, insecticides, and fertilizers. Daily/Several Times 5. Performs duties with respect to vehicle, pedestrian, bike lane, and general traffic safety in work areas; sets up cones and barricades for traffic and safety control; may perform as a flag person. Daily/Several Times 6. May perform welding, cutting, drilling and repairing of metal fixtures and equipment. Daily/Several Times 7. Picks up, receives, inventories, issues, and delivers parts, tools, machines, equipment and supplies. Daily 8. Cleans and lubricates machinery, engines, and equipment using steam and solvents. Daily 9. May provide information and explain programs and policies to the public. Daily 10. May complete reports, records, work orders, and other related service forms; tracks daily performance and enters data into automated system. Daily 11. Picks-up garbage and litter around the City facilities and auxiliary areas. Daily 12. Performs labor in the erecting of tree supports, building of park benches, barbecue pits, retaining walls, and other items. Weekly 13. Installs, adjusts, and repairs sprinkler lines, and irrigation systems. Schedules automatic irrigation controllers. Weekly 14. Maintains, and makes minor repairs, in accordance with standards to playground/picnic equipment and areas, park trails, firebreaks, and athletic fields, including grandstand and adjacent parking areas and facilities. As Required 15. May provide lead guidance to less experienced workers. As Required 16. May assist in firefighting and rescue duties in wilderness park areas. As Required 17. Performs other re
lated duties as assigned. As Required *Frequency defined as Daily/Several Times, Daily, Weekly, Intermittent, or As Required Education and Experience Maintenance Assistant Completion of high school or equivalent (General Educational Development (GED) Test or California Proficiency Certificate). Maintenance Worker I Completion of high school or equivalent (General Educational Development (GED) Test or California Proficiency certificate) AND one (1) year of experience in the maintenance and repair of streets, sewers, parks, athletic fields, or public facilities. Required Licensing (such as driver's license, certifications, etc.) As a condition of employment in some designated positions, the following may be required: Possession of a valid driver's license authorizing operation of a motor vehicle in the State of California; or possession of a valid State of California Class A or B driver's license with applicable endorsements; or possession of a valid State of California Certified Commercial Applicator's License. Physical Requirements: Ability to perform the essential physical functions of this position will be determined by a post-offer medical examination conducted by City of San Jose Employee Health Services. DMV Authorization for Release of Driver Record Information: As part of the conditional offer, all candidates will be required to complete and submit the DMV Authorization for Release of Driver Record Information form and will be enrolled in the Employer Pull Notice (EPN) program. (Incumbents may be required to have different combinations of the listed qualifications, or more specific job-related qualifications depending on the position.) Basic Competencies (Needed at entry into the job in order to perform the essential duties.) Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. Communication Skills - 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. Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel. Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. Customer Service - Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor. Flexibility -Makes effective decisions and achieves desired results in the midst of major changes in responsibilities, work processes, timeframes, performance expectations, organizational culture, or work environment. Reliability - Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate. Multi-Tasking- Can handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or current position(s). Selection Process The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews. You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Tessa Elkins at telkins@sjc.org . Additional Information -Link to Benefits page -Link to Department website: http://www.flysanjose.com/ Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose's website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers . The application deadline is 11:59 p.m. on August 2, 2024. Please allow adequate time to complete the application and submit before the deadline or the system may not save your application. If your online application was successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, please email CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov and we will research the status of your application. Please contact Human Resources at (408) 535-1285, or Human.Resources@sanjoseca.gov if you have any questions.
Jul 21, 2024
Full Time
The City of San José, the Capital of Silicon Valley, is one of the nation's best managed cities and one of the top 10 cities in which to live, work, and do business. Moreover, San José is the center of cultural, government and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San José have embraced the following values: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect, and Celebration. The City's Airport Department is seeking an individual whose values align with the values of the City's employees. Prior to the impact of COVID, San José Mineta International Airport (SJC) served more than 15 million passengers annually with 450 peak daily departures and arrivals on 13 international and domestic carriers to 50+ nonstop destinations. SJC has been one of America's fastest-growing major airports over the past four-year period, based on percentage increase in passenger seat capacity. We are looking for team members who can work toward our Mission Statement to "Connect, Serve and Inspire" and our Vision Statement to "Transform how Silicon Valley Travels". For more information about SJC, visit http://www.flysanjose.com . The Maintenance Assistant/Maintenance Worker I is the flexibly staffed entry/journey class in the Maintenance Worker series, described as follows: The salary range for Maintenance Assistant is: $54,537.60 - $69,576.00. The salary range for Maintenance Worker I is: $ 68,473.60 - $83,304.00 The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate's qualifications and experience. San José Mineta International Airport is accepting applications for the position of Maintenance Assistant. This vacancy is for our Swing Swift team, which is roughly from 2:00 p.m. - 10:00 pm. The Maintenance Assistant position is responsible for raking leaves and debris, digging post holes, trimming hedges and trees, as well as cleaning large areas that contain debris, weeds, abandoned materials, catch basins and gutters. The Maintenance Assistant will also be required to safely operate pressure washers, scrubbers, sweepers, pick-up trucks, as well as tractors with flail mower attachments. Other responsibilities include assisting with forming, pouring and finishing of new concrete surfaces, and working on landscape projects near roadways, which may involve proper set-up of roadway markings and traffic control. In addition, this position will be responsible for planting ground covers, flowers, plants and trees, using a variety of soil amendments and fertilizers. The use of power hand tools for the maintenance and repair of plumbing fixtures, doors, roofs, sanitary sewer line cleaning, changing lamps, emptying trash and picking up trash/debris in assigned areas will also be required. Other duties may include: - Digs holes, trenches, and ditches using picks, shovels, jack hammers, spades, cultivating forks, post hole diggers and other tools; loads, unloads, shovels, and rakes sand, gravel, dirt, fertilizer, loam, asphalt, and other materials. - Participates in the repair of sewer lines, checking of sanitary sewers, laying of sewer pipes, and installation of sewer connections. - Performs labor in the planting, cultivating, trimming, removing, watering, and spraying of lawns, plants and other vegetation. - Mows and trims lawns, rakes leaves, hoes weeds, clears paths and trails, empties trash containers, cleans equipment, structures, and facilities, such as courts, swimming pools, park grounds, restrooms and work areas. - Performs labor in the erecting of tree supports - Sets up cones and barricades for traffic and safety control, may perform as a flag person. - Lifts heavy weights. - Operates small dump trucks, light flatbed trucks, portable cement mixers, small sweepers and other equipment. - Uses tools such as air spades, tampers, picks, shovels, hoes, rakes, pruning shears, rototillers, trimmers, shears, edgers, loppers, pruners and other items. - Uses general carpentry, mechanical and hand tools, such as saws, drills, wrenches, hammers, screwdrivers, ladders and other tools. - Is responsible for safe operation of equipment and tools. - Is responsible for vehicle and pedestrian traffic safety in work areas. - May provide information and deal with the public. - May complete vandalism reports, work orders and other related service forms. - Incumbents in this position are required to possess and maintain all Airport grounds and Airside Operations Area (MOAP) driving privileges. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment. DUTY NO. TYPICAL CLASS ESSENTIAL DUTIES : (These duties and estimated frequency are a representative sample; position assignments may vary depending on the business needs of the department.) Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: FREQUENCY* 1 Digs holes, trenches, and ditches; loads, unloads, shovels, and rakes sand, gravel, dirt, fertilizer, loam, asphalt, and other materials. Daily/Several Times 2. Operates a wide range of hand, mechanical and power tools, as well as a variety of light and heavy vehicle, trucks and equipment, relevant to assigned work; complies with all safety regulations in the operation of tools and equipment. Daily/Several Times 3. Participates in, or performs, a variety of semi-skilled tasks such as cleaning catch basins and plugged sewers; repairing and unplugging sewer laterals, mains and storm drains; repairing and replacing water lines; repairing and patching street surfaces; and installing and repairing chain-link fences. Daily/Several Times 4. Performs labor in the planting, cultivating, trimming, removing, watering, aerating, pruning, and spraying of lawns, plants and other vegetation; grades and prepares base paths, applies top dressing, lays sod and seeds to athletic infields and outfields; applies fungicides, herbicides, insecticides, and fertilizers. Daily/Several Times 5. Performs duties with respect to vehicle, pedestrian, bike lane, and general traffic safety in work areas; sets up cones and barricades for traffic and safety control; may perform as a flag person. Daily/Several Times 6. May perform welding, cutting, drilling and repairing of metal fixtures and equipment. Daily/Several Times 7. Picks up, receives, inventories, issues, and delivers parts, tools, machines, equipment and supplies. Daily 8. Cleans and lubricates machinery, engines, and equipment using steam and solvents. Daily 9. May provide information and explain programs and policies to the public. Daily 10. May complete reports, records, work orders, and other related service forms; tracks daily performance and enters data into automated system. Daily 11. Picks-up garbage and litter around the City facilities and auxiliary areas. Daily 12. Performs labor in the erecting of tree supports, building of park benches, barbecue pits, retaining walls, and other items. Weekly 13. Installs, adjusts, and repairs sprinkler lines, and irrigation systems. Schedules automatic irrigation controllers. Weekly 14. Maintains, and makes minor repairs, in accordance with standards to playground/picnic equipment and areas, park trails, firebreaks, and athletic fields, including grandstand and adjacent parking areas and facilities. As Required 15. May provide lead guidance to less experienced workers. As Required 16. May assist in firefighting and rescue duties in wilderness park areas. As Required 17. Performs other re
lated duties as assigned. As Required *Frequency defined as Daily/Several Times, Daily, Weekly, Intermittent, or As Required Education and Experience Maintenance Assistant Completion of high school or equivalent (General Educational Development (GED) Test or California Proficiency Certificate). Maintenance Worker I Completion of high school or equivalent (General Educational Development (GED) Test or California Proficiency certificate) AND one (1) year of experience in the maintenance and repair of streets, sewers, parks, athletic fields, or public facilities. Required Licensing (such as driver's license, certifications, etc.) As a condition of employment in some designated positions, the following may be required: Possession of a valid driver's license authorizing operation of a motor vehicle in the State of California; or possession of a valid State of California Class A or B driver's license with applicable endorsements; or possession of a valid State of California Certified Commercial Applicator's License. Physical Requirements: Ability to perform the essential physical functions of this position will be determined by a post-offer medical examination conducted by City of San Jose Employee Health Services. DMV Authorization for Release of Driver Record Information: As part of the conditional offer, all candidates will be required to complete and submit the DMV Authorization for Release of Driver Record Information form and will be enrolled in the Employer Pull Notice (EPN) program. (Incumbents may be required to have different combinations of the listed qualifications, or more specific job-related qualifications depending on the position.) Basic Competencies (Needed at entry into the job in order to perform the essential duties.) Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. Communication Skills - 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. Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel. Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. Customer Service - Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor. Flexibility -Makes effective decisions and achieves desired results in the midst of major changes in responsibilities, work processes, timeframes, performance expectations, organizational culture, or work environment. Reliability - Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate. Multi-Tasking- Can handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or current position(s). Selection Process The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews. You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Tessa Elkins at telkins@sjc.org . Additional Information -Link to Benefits page -Link to Department website: http://www.flysanjose.com/ Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose's website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers . The application deadline is 11:59 p.m. on August 2, 2024. Please allow adequate time to complete the application and submit before the deadline or the system may not save your application. If your online application was successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, please email CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov and we will research the status of your application. Please contact Human Resources at (408) 535-1285, or Human.Resources@sanjoseca.gov if you have any questions.
City of San Jose
United States, California, San Jose
The City of San José is one of the nation's best-managed cities and one of the top ten cities in which to live, work, and do business. The employees of the City have embraced the following values: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect, and Celebration. The City's Public Works Department (PWD) is seeking an individual whose values align with the values of the City's employees. Additionally, the City offers excellent health and pension benefits, as well as 15 paid holidays! The Department of Public Works is responsible for delivering capital improvement projects for a wide variety of City facilities and infrastructure, maintaining City facilities and fleet assets, facilitating, and regulating development activities, and providing animal care and services. The Department is committed to high-quality service, partnering with the community, and providing an excellent environment in which to work.The Department of Public Works is currently seeking to fill one (1) full-time Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC) Controls Technician at facilities serviced by the City of San Jose. Salary range for this classification is: $111,342.40 - $135,470.40 annually. Under general supervision of the HVAC Supervisor, typical duties of the HVAC Controls Technician include: •Evaluates and specifies personal computer hardware. Upgrades operating systems, specifies and configures hardware/software. Utilize the Honeywell N4 and Schneider Front Ends daily. •Design control systems and Lon/Bacnet/Modbus networks. •Monitors system performance for availability, speed, capacity, storage issues and security problems. Change the performance of systems and prevent the items shown above from becoming problems. Examples of actions include applying security patches, ensure security best practices are followed and restoring lost data (including data that is the most difficult to receive). •Implements a preventive maintenance routine identifying weaknesses of current system to help identify critical server issues. Sets up maintenance schedule. •Resolves a variety of problems with servers such as lack of storage space, communication problems with Ethernet switches, Echelon network problems and other critical server/network issues. Coordinates resolution of problems. •Creates/reviews/modifies controls sequence of operation statements and in some cases implements by writing custom algorithm in controllers as needed to accomplish control strategies. •Develops and recommends design plan for LON/Bacnet/Modbus/LAN/WAN networks, including research and developments of a capacity plan (number of users, applications needed, logistics, switch connectivity, routers, etc.). •Consults with outside vendors, establishes and maintains vendor purchase orders, evaluating performance and suitability with regard to the technical nature of installed system wide HVAC BMS system. •Adjusts control algorithms, settings and/or replacing failed controllers as needed in response to customer complaints. •Researches suitable replacements for obsolete control equipment to ensure interoperability. Education High School Diploma or equivalent (General Educational Development (GED) Test or California Proficiency Certificate) Experience Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in operating, troubleshooting, installing, maintaining, and repairing HVAC systems and controls such as LON/BACnet which are common to large buildings. A minimum of one (1) year of experience must have been maintaining direct digital controls for the HVAC systems. Licenses/Certifications Possession of a valid driver's license authorizing the operation of a motor vehicle in the State of California. Acceptable Substitution Completion of an associate degree in Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Technology, Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning/Refrigeration, or closely related field from an accredited college or vocational/trade school may be substituted for up to two (2) years of the required experience. There will be no substitution for the one (1) year experience maintaining direct digital controls for HVAC systems. Background Investigation Process: Eligible candidates will complete a Class C Background packet. Upon successful completion and review of the background investigation, the hiring board will make their employment selections. Those selected will move forward in the hiring process.The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include: Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations, including: Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. Analytical Thinking - Approaching a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach. Collaboration - Develops networks and builds alliances; engages in cross-functional activities. Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel. Initiative - Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance. Project Management - Ensures support for projects and implements agency goals and strategic objectives. Reliability - Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate. Selection Process The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews, one of which will include a practical exercise. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Maritza Garcia at maritza.garcia@sanjoseca.gov .
Jul 20, 2024
Full Time
The City of San José is one of the nation's best-managed cities and one of the top ten cities in which to live, work, and do business. The employees of the City have embraced the following values: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect, and Celebration. The City's Public Works Department (PWD) is seeking an individual whose values align with the values of the City's employees. Additionally, the City offers excellent health and pension benefits, as well as 15 paid holidays! The Department of Public Works is responsible for delivering capital improvement projects for a wide variety of City facilities and infrastructure, maintaining City facilities and fleet assets, facilitating, and regulating development activities, and providing animal care and services. The Department is committed to high-quality service, partnering with the community, and providing an excellent environment in which to work.The Department of Public Works is currently seeking to fill one (1) full-time Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC) Controls Technician at facilities serviced by the City of San Jose. Salary range for this classification is: $111,342.40 - $135,470.40 annually. Under general supervision of the HVAC Supervisor, typical duties of the HVAC Controls Technician include: •Evaluates and specifies personal computer hardware. Upgrades operating systems, specifies and configures hardware/software. Utilize the Honeywell N4 and Schneider Front Ends daily. •Design control systems and Lon/Bacnet/Modbus networks. •Monitors system performance for availability, speed, capacity, storage issues and security problems. Change the performance of systems and prevent the items shown above from becoming problems. Examples of actions include applying security patches, ensure security best practices are followed and restoring lost data (including data that is the most difficult to receive). •Implements a preventive maintenance routine identifying weaknesses of current system to help identify critical server issues. Sets up maintenance schedule. •Resolves a variety of problems with servers such as lack of storage space, communication problems with Ethernet switches, Echelon network problems and other critical server/network issues. Coordinates resolution of problems. •Creates/reviews/modifies controls sequence of operation statements and in some cases implements by writing custom algorithm in controllers as needed to accomplish control strategies. •Develops and recommends design plan for LON/Bacnet/Modbus/LAN/WAN networks, including research and developments of a capacity plan (number of users, applications needed, logistics, switch connectivity, routers, etc.). •Consults with outside vendors, establishes and maintains vendor purchase orders, evaluating performance and suitability with regard to the technical nature of installed system wide HVAC BMS system. •Adjusts control algorithms, settings and/or replacing failed controllers as needed in response to customer complaints. •Researches suitable replacements for obsolete control equipment to ensure interoperability. Education High School Diploma or equivalent (General Educational Development (GED) Test or California Proficiency Certificate) Experience Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in operating, troubleshooting, installing, maintaining, and repairing HVAC systems and controls such as LON/BACnet which are common to large buildings. A minimum of one (1) year of experience must have been maintaining direct digital controls for the HVAC systems. Licenses/Certifications Possession of a valid driver's license authorizing the operation of a motor vehicle in the State of California. Acceptable Substitution Completion of an associate degree in Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Technology, Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning/Refrigeration, or closely related field from an accredited college or vocational/trade school may be substituted for up to two (2) years of the required experience. There will be no substitution for the one (1) year experience maintaining direct digital controls for HVAC systems. Background Investigation Process: Eligible candidates will complete a Class C Background packet. Upon successful completion and review of the background investigation, the hiring board will make their employment selections. Those selected will move forward in the hiring process.The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include: Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations, including: Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. Analytical Thinking - Approaching a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach. Collaboration - Develops networks and builds alliances; engages in cross-functional activities. Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel. Initiative - Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance. Project Management - Ensures support for projects and implements agency goals and strategic objectives. Reliability - Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate. Selection Process The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews, one of which will include a practical exercise. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Maritza Garcia at maritza.garcia@sanjoseca.gov .
City of San Jose
United States, California, San Jose
The San José Police Department is dedicated to providing public safety through community partnerships and 21st Century Policing practices, ensuring equity for all. The Department is committed to treating all of San Jose's diverse community members with dignity, fairness, and respect, while protecting their rights and providing equal protection under the law.The San José Police Department is seeking to fill a Senior Auditor position in the Division of Gaming Control to be responsible for the enforcement of Title 16 of the San José Municipal Code and the regulations promulgated there under; as well as other State and federal laws. The Division of Gaming Control was created to ensure that legalized gambling is conducted free of criminal and corruptive elements by applying strict regulatory controls over every aspect of the card room operations in San José. The duties of this position include (but are not limited to) the following: * Preparing, planning, coordinating and conducting routine and special compliance reviews of the gambling operations in the San José Permitted Card rooms; * Preparing, planning, coordinating and conducting revenue audits of the gaming and non-gaming operations; * Monitoring gaming and non-gaming revenue streams and ensuring timely and correct payment of card room taxes to the City Finance Department, as well as maintaining revenue and table games related statistics and other financial analyses as directed by the Administrator; * Conducting in-depth financial background investigation of individuals and companies seeking a gaming license in the City of San José; * Assisting in the development of Minimum Internal Control Standards and other regulations; * Reviewing card rooms and funding sources' systems of internal control; * Participating in long and short-term planning for the Division's operations; * Conducting administrative investigation of violations of Title 16 and state gambling laws through the following: - Operational analysis and financial reviews; - Interviewing violators, witnesses and victims of local and state gambling laws; - Determining items constituting evidence and gathering such items; - Generating reports and related administrative notices to be submitted to the City Attorney's Office; - Testifying and presenting evidence of licensing and administrative violations; - Issuing Administrative Citations; - Investigating operational discrepancies, patron complaints, and other administrative matters; - Analyzing new table game statistical information to ensure the game is fair; - Establishing and maintaining sources of information and intelligence files; - Monitoring suspected activities via remote surveillance; * Acting as a liaison to other units of the San José Police Department and other local, state and federal regulatory/law enforcement agencies; * Assisting in the preparation of the annual crime report submitted to City Council by the Chief of Police; * Performing other duties as required by the Administrator and/or Supervising Auditor. *This position may occasionally require work during odd hours (evening, nights) due to cardrooms 24 hour operations. *This position is fully onsite five days per week with no opportunity for hybrid or remote work. The total salary range for the Senior Auditor position is $113,327.76 - $145,170.48. This amount includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates' qualifications and experience. Training and Experience Any combination of training and experience equivalent to successful completion of advanced undergraduate course work in business administration or accounting from an accredited college or university, including eighteen (18) semester units in accounting, and four (4) years of progressively responsible professional auditing or accounting experience, including two (2) years experience at the level of Auditor II with the City of San Jose. There will be no substitution for the required units in accounting. Licenses/Certificates Possession of a valid California driver's license may be required. Background Passing a San Jose Police Department background check is a condition of employment.Competencies The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include: Job Expertise - demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations, knowledge of pertinent California Penal Code, Business and Professions Code, Health and Safety Code, etc, and their relevant application to licensing, permitting and regulatory functions and card room oversight. Analytical Thinking - Approaching a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach. Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Initiative - Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance. Multi-Tasking - Can handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or current position(s). Reliability - Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate. Supervision - Sets effective long and short-term goals based on a good understanding of management practices; establishes realistic priorities within available resources; provides motivational support; empowers others; assigns decision-making and work functions to others in an appropriate manner to maximize organizational and individual effectiveness. Selection Process The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews and a background investigation. You will be prompted to answer the following job-specific questions during the online application process. Please note that there is a 4,000-character limit , including spaces, for each text response: - Please describe your accounting and/or finance related work experience. Please include the years of experience, your title, and specific responsibilities. Your response should be consistent with your work history. - Please list your government regulatory agency work experience, provide the agency name, years of experience, your title, and specific responsibilities. Your response should be consistent with your work history. - Please describe your experience performing financial or fraud investigations other than audit assignments, please describe your experience including where you gained this experience and number of years. -Please describe your experience interpreting laws, ordinances, governmental rules and regulation
s and conducting compliance review/audits, please describe and include specific example(s) of difficult situations that you resolved. - If you do not have experience interpreting laws, ordinances, governmental rules and regulations and conducting compliance review/audits, please describe your transferable experience, knowledge, skills or abilities that would enable you to fulfill these duties. - Please describe your supervisory experience, including your main role as a supervisor, the number and level of employees you supervised, the types of employees supervised, and years of supervisory experience. - Please describe your experience working on complex non-financial investigations which required you to gather intelligence, develop and manage informants, obtain evidence, and testify in court or in administrative hearings, please describe the process you applied to complete the project, your specific role and the outcome. You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. If you have questions about the duties of the position, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Rose Lara at rose.lara@sanjoseca.gov .
Jul 20, 2024
Full Time
The San José Police Department is dedicated to providing public safety through community partnerships and 21st Century Policing practices, ensuring equity for all. The Department is committed to treating all of San Jose's diverse community members with dignity, fairness, and respect, while protecting their rights and providing equal protection under the law.The San José Police Department is seeking to fill a Senior Auditor position in the Division of Gaming Control to be responsible for the enforcement of Title 16 of the San José Municipal Code and the regulations promulgated there under; as well as other State and federal laws. The Division of Gaming Control was created to ensure that legalized gambling is conducted free of criminal and corruptive elements by applying strict regulatory controls over every aspect of the card room operations in San José. The duties of this position include (but are not limited to) the following: * Preparing, planning, coordinating and conducting routine and special compliance reviews of the gambling operations in the San José Permitted Card rooms; * Preparing, planning, coordinating and conducting revenue audits of the gaming and non-gaming operations; * Monitoring gaming and non-gaming revenue streams and ensuring timely and correct payment of card room taxes to the City Finance Department, as well as maintaining revenue and table games related statistics and other financial analyses as directed by the Administrator; * Conducting in-depth financial background investigation of individuals and companies seeking a gaming license in the City of San José; * Assisting in the development of Minimum Internal Control Standards and other regulations; * Reviewing card rooms and funding sources' systems of internal control; * Participating in long and short-term planning for the Division's operations; * Conducting administrative investigation of violations of Title 16 and state gambling laws through the following: - Operational analysis and financial reviews; - Interviewing violators, witnesses and victims of local and state gambling laws; - Determining items constituting evidence and gathering such items; - Generating reports and related administrative notices to be submitted to the City Attorney's Office; - Testifying and presenting evidence of licensing and administrative violations; - Issuing Administrative Citations; - Investigating operational discrepancies, patron complaints, and other administrative matters; - Analyzing new table game statistical information to ensure the game is fair; - Establishing and maintaining sources of information and intelligence files; - Monitoring suspected activities via remote surveillance; * Acting as a liaison to other units of the San José Police Department and other local, state and federal regulatory/law enforcement agencies; * Assisting in the preparation of the annual crime report submitted to City Council by the Chief of Police; * Performing other duties as required by the Administrator and/or Supervising Auditor. *This position may occasionally require work during odd hours (evening, nights) due to cardrooms 24 hour operations. *This position is fully onsite five days per week with no opportunity for hybrid or remote work. The total salary range for the Senior Auditor position is $113,327.76 - $145,170.48. This amount includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates' qualifications and experience. Training and Experience Any combination of training and experience equivalent to successful completion of advanced undergraduate course work in business administration or accounting from an accredited college or university, including eighteen (18) semester units in accounting, and four (4) years of progressively responsible professional auditing or accounting experience, including two (2) years experience at the level of Auditor II with the City of San Jose. There will be no substitution for the required units in accounting. Licenses/Certificates Possession of a valid California driver's license may be required. Background Passing a San Jose Police Department background check is a condition of employment.Competencies The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include: Job Expertise - demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations, knowledge of pertinent California Penal Code, Business and Professions Code, Health and Safety Code, etc, and their relevant application to licensing, permitting and regulatory functions and card room oversight. Analytical Thinking - Approaching a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach. Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Initiative - Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance. Multi-Tasking - Can handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or current position(s). Reliability - Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate. Supervision - Sets effective long and short-term goals based on a good understanding of management practices; establishes realistic priorities within available resources; provides motivational support; empowers others; assigns decision-making and work functions to others in an appropriate manner to maximize organizational and individual effectiveness. Selection Process The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews and a background investigation. You will be prompted to answer the following job-specific questions during the online application process. Please note that there is a 4,000-character limit , including spaces, for each text response: - Please describe your accounting and/or finance related work experience. Please include the years of experience, your title, and specific responsibilities. Your response should be consistent with your work history. - Please list your government regulatory agency work experience, provide the agency name, years of experience, your title, and specific responsibilities. Your response should be consistent with your work history. - Please describe your experience performing financial or fraud investigations other than audit assignments, please describe your experience including where you gained this experience and number of years. -Please describe your experience interpreting laws, ordinances, governmental rules and regulation
s and conducting compliance review/audits, please describe and include specific example(s) of difficult situations that you resolved. - If you do not have experience interpreting laws, ordinances, governmental rules and regulations and conducting compliance review/audits, please describe your transferable experience, knowledge, skills or abilities that would enable you to fulfill these duties. - Please describe your supervisory experience, including your main role as a supervisor, the number and level of employees you supervised, the types of employees supervised, and years of supervisory experience. - Please describe your experience working on complex non-financial investigations which required you to gather intelligence, develop and manage informants, obtain evidence, and testify in court or in administrative hearings, please describe the process you applied to complete the project, your specific role and the outcome. You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. If you have questions about the duties of the position, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Rose Lara at rose.lara@sanjoseca.gov .
City of San Jose
United States, California, San Jose
The San José Fire Department's (SJFD) core mission is to serve the community by protecting life, property, and the environment through prevention and response. SJFD is a high-volume, high-performance, all-risk Fire Department that protects approximately 200 square miles including, residential, commercial, high-rise, wildland interface areas, and several high-hazard occupancies. For additional information visit click here . Click here for information about the Fire Communications Division. Click here for the California Equal Pay Act Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third-party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose's website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers . The San José Fire Department (SJFD) is seeking to fill multiple Senior Public Safety Dispatcher positions in the Communications Division. Senior Public Safety Dispatchers (Senior PSDs) are responsible for supervising a team of Public Safety Radio Dispatchers (PSRDs) assigned to a shift in the Communications Center. PSRD is the journey-level class for public safety dispatching within the City of San José wherein incumbents are required to handle the full range of telephone answering and dispatch functions. Responsibilities of the Senior PSD include, but are not limited to the following: Supervising PSRDs, including approving time-off and other scheduling requests in accordance with the established guidelines. Assigning PSRDs to work the various dispatch positions within the Communications Center. Conducting training sessions and drills to maintain the efficiency and coordination of their assigned team. Evaluating the performance of team members and giving frequent feedback to subordinates. Preparing written training evaluations and performance appraisals. Investigating and responding to resident, department, and allied agency concerns or complaints. Coordinating with Chief Officers in the field regarding matters affecting department operations. Performing additional support tasks when assigned to an administrative role in the Operations Unit, Training Unit, Quality Improvement Unit, or Systems Support Unit. Performing all duties of the PSRD classification. In addition to the salary, employees in the Senior Public Safety Dispatcher classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay and a (3.75%) Public Safety Radio Dispatcher Certification Pay. Salary range(s) for this classification is/are: $115,356.80 - $140,358.40 (pensionable) $125,450.52 - $152,639.76 ( including non-pensionable and certification pay ) Education and Experience Completion of high school or equivalent (General Education Development (GED) Test or California Proficiency Certificate) AND three (3) years of experience answering, processing, and dispatching emergency requests from the public for law enforcement, fire department, or emergency medical services resources. Required Licensing (such as driver's license, certifications, etc.) Possess a valid State of California driver's license. Must possess within three (3) months of employment and maintain the Emergency Medical Dispatch and Emergency Fire Dispatch certification through the International Academies of Emergency Dispatch. 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, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. Ability to provide direct supervision to subordinates by establishing realistic priorities within available resources, assigning work functions to others appropriately, and ensuring adherence to applicable policies and procedures. Ability to coach subordinates by providing guidance, opportunities, and motivation to improve employee's capabilities. Ability to use appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to resolve conflict between two or more people. Ability to display initiative by exhibiting resourceful behaviors, anticipating possible problems and being proactive. Building Trust - Communicates an understanding of the other person's interests, needs and concerns; identifies and communicates shared interests and goals; identifies and communicates differences as appropriate; demonstrates honesty, keeps commitments, and behaves in an appropriate manner. Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel. Decision Making - Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions. Flexibility - Makes effective decisions and achieves desired results in the midst of major changes in responsibilities, work processes, timeframes, performance expectations, organizational culture, or work environment. Multi-Tasking - Can handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or current position(s). Problem Solving - Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome. Reliability - Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate. Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. Selection Process: The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews, one of which may include a practical/writing exercise. Please ensure your availability on the dates listed, as alternate dates may not be available. Internal candidates will be granted leave time (if needed) to participate in the selection process but must participate off-duty. Tentative Timeline *subject to change Review of Application Candidates not currently employed as a PSRD with San José Fire Department
: CritiCall exam (online) - August 21 -28, 2024 Assessment Center - which may include written, practical, and/or scenario exercise(s) and/or an oral board-style interview - September 9 -13, 2024 Selection Interview - week of September 23rd, 2024 Candidates not currently employed as a PSRD with San José Fire Department: Background investigation - Week of September 30th, 2024 Conditional offer- week of November 5th, 2024 Candidates not currently employed as a PSRD with San José Fire Department: Conditional Job Offer subject to medical, psychological evaluation, and polygraph -week of November 11th, 2024 Formal Job Offer a. Internal candidate - week of November 5th, 2024 b. External candidate - week of December 13th, 2024 If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Lorena Diez at lorena.diez@sanjoseca.gov.
Jul 20, 2024
Full Time
The San José Fire Department's (SJFD) core mission is to serve the community by protecting life, property, and the environment through prevention and response. SJFD is a high-volume, high-performance, all-risk Fire Department that protects approximately 200 square miles including, residential, commercial, high-rise, wildland interface areas, and several high-hazard occupancies. For additional information visit click here . Click here for information about the Fire Communications Division. Click here for the California Equal Pay Act Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third-party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose's website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers . The San José Fire Department (SJFD) is seeking to fill multiple Senior Public Safety Dispatcher positions in the Communications Division. Senior Public Safety Dispatchers (Senior PSDs) are responsible for supervising a team of Public Safety Radio Dispatchers (PSRDs) assigned to a shift in the Communications Center. PSRD is the journey-level class for public safety dispatching within the City of San José wherein incumbents are required to handle the full range of telephone answering and dispatch functions. Responsibilities of the Senior PSD include, but are not limited to the following: Supervising PSRDs, including approving time-off and other scheduling requests in accordance with the established guidelines. Assigning PSRDs to work the various dispatch positions within the Communications Center. Conducting training sessions and drills to maintain the efficiency and coordination of their assigned team. Evaluating the performance of team members and giving frequent feedback to subordinates. Preparing written training evaluations and performance appraisals. Investigating and responding to resident, department, and allied agency concerns or complaints. Coordinating with Chief Officers in the field regarding matters affecting department operations. Performing additional support tasks when assigned to an administrative role in the Operations Unit, Training Unit, Quality Improvement Unit, or Systems Support Unit. Performing all duties of the PSRD classification. In addition to the salary, employees in the Senior Public Safety Dispatcher classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay and a (3.75%) Public Safety Radio Dispatcher Certification Pay. Salary range(s) for this classification is/are: $115,356.80 - $140,358.40 (pensionable) $125,450.52 - $152,639.76 ( including non-pensionable and certification pay ) Education and Experience Completion of high school or equivalent (General Education Development (GED) Test or California Proficiency Certificate) AND three (3) years of experience answering, processing, and dispatching emergency requests from the public for law enforcement, fire department, or emergency medical services resources. Required Licensing (such as driver's license, certifications, etc.) Possess a valid State of California driver's license. Must possess within three (3) months of employment and maintain the Emergency Medical Dispatch and Emergency Fire Dispatch certification through the International Academies of Emergency Dispatch. 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, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. Ability to provide direct supervision to subordinates by establishing realistic priorities within available resources, assigning work functions to others appropriately, and ensuring adherence to applicable policies and procedures. Ability to coach subordinates by providing guidance, opportunities, and motivation to improve employee's capabilities. Ability to use appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to resolve conflict between two or more people. Ability to display initiative by exhibiting resourceful behaviors, anticipating possible problems and being proactive. Building Trust - Communicates an understanding of the other person's interests, needs and concerns; identifies and communicates shared interests and goals; identifies and communicates differences as appropriate; demonstrates honesty, keeps commitments, and behaves in an appropriate manner. Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel. Decision Making - Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions. Flexibility - Makes effective decisions and achieves desired results in the midst of major changes in responsibilities, work processes, timeframes, performance expectations, organizational culture, or work environment. Multi-Tasking - Can handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or current position(s). Problem Solving - Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome. Reliability - Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate. Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. Selection Process: The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews, one of which may include a practical/writing exercise. Please ensure your availability on the dates listed, as alternate dates may not be available. Internal candidates will be granted leave time (if needed) to participate in the selection process but must participate off-duty. Tentative Timeline *subject to change Review of Application Candidates not currently employed as a PSRD with San José Fire Department
: CritiCall exam (online) - August 21 -28, 2024 Assessment Center - which may include written, practical, and/or scenario exercise(s) and/or an oral board-style interview - September 9 -13, 2024 Selection Interview - week of September 23rd, 2024 Candidates not currently employed as a PSRD with San José Fire Department: Background investigation - Week of September 30th, 2024 Conditional offer- week of November 5th, 2024 Candidates not currently employed as a PSRD with San José Fire Department: Conditional Job Offer subject to medical, psychological evaluation, and polygraph -week of November 11th, 2024 Formal Job Offer a. Internal candidate - week of November 5th, 2024 b. External candidate - week of December 13th, 2024 If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Lorena Diez at lorena.diez@sanjoseca.gov.
City of San Jose
United States, California, San Jose
The City of San José is a place where we use civic technology to help our community thrive. As the 13th largest city in the nation, the City manages a large set of services and assets. The City operates on a budget of $5 billion, with 7,000 employees serving 1+ million residents and 80,000 businesses in the heart of Silicon Valley. Information Technology's (IT) mission: Put powerful tools and information in the hands of people to unleash their brilliance in service to our community. IT enables that mission through business and infrastructure systems, cybersecurity, data management and analysis, productivity and collaboration tools, the San Jose 311 resident experience platform, data equity and privacy programs, and strategic planning. San Jose is powered by truly great people, a robust technology environment, and a strong sense of purpose. We promote work-life integration and a focus on growth to bring out the best in our people. Come join us in making San Jose the most vibrant, equitable, sustainable, and innovative city in America! You can visit the Information Technology Department website to learn more about us. NOTE - The first review of applications will be on Monday, August 5, 2024. Please submit your application by 11:59 p.m. (PST) on Friday, August 2, 2024, if you would like your application to be included in the first review. Candidates who pass the first application review round will be invited to interviews on the week August 12, 2024. The City of San José is creating a civic technology foundation that helps our community thrive every day. Do you have the skills and sense of service it takes? If yes, read on... This is an exciting opportunity under the Technical Infrastructure Division in the Information Technology Department (ITD). The Technical Infrastructure Division designs and engineers solutions that address and meet the City's strategies built around Smart City initiatives, such as Digital Inclusion and Digital Equity, Public Wi-Fi expansion for Economic Development, Endpoint Modernization and virtualization, Multi-cloud frameworks, and digital analytics to support data-driven decisions. The Technical Infrastructure Division includes citywide wired and wireless network infrastructure, core server infrastructure, public and private cloud infrastructure, and hyper-converged infrastructure. The city seeks motivated engineering-level candidates who are energized by opportunities to maximize their potential by learning new technologies, designing and implementing solutions, and fulfilling smart city initiatives. Please note that the Enterprise Network Infrastructure Engineer (Enterprise Information Technology Engineer I/II) position is currently on a hybrid telework schedule - working remotely and onsite is subject to change. Salary Information: The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate's qualifications and experience. In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Enterprise Information Technology Engineer (EITE) I/II shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay. Salary Range including the 5% non-pensionable increase: Enterprise Information Technology Engineer I: $121,583.28 - $147,944.16 annually Enterprise Information Technology Engineer II: $128,812.32 - $156,942.24 annually The EITE I/II classifications are represented by the Municipal Employees' Federation (MEF) bargaining unit. Education: EITE I: A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, MIS, Business and Public Administration, or a closely related field. EITE II: A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, MIS, Business and Public Administration, or a closely related field. Experience: EITE I: three (3) years of increasingly progressive experience equivalent to performing technical work of complex difficulty to provide desktop, data security, application and system administration, and server or network administration or software applications to support end users, electronic business systems/solutions, and software applications for high availability and uptime. EITE II: four (4) years of increasingly progressive experience equivalent to performing technical work of complex difficulty to provide desktop, data security, applications and system administration, and server or network administration or software applications to support end users, electronic business systems/solutions, and software applications for high availability and uptime. Acceptable Substitutions: Two (2) years of related experience may be substituted for up to two (2) years of the education requirement License or Certificates: EITE I: Possession of an industry certification that demonstrates expertise in information technology field, such as a Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) certificate for Windows Server Enterprise, Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Network Associate (CCNA) certification, OR an equivalent professional, industry recognized certification acceptable to the City. EITE II : Possession and maintenance of a current (non-expired) industry certification* that demonstrates expertise in the relevant information technology field, such as a Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) certificate for Windows Server Enterprise, Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Network Associate (CCNA) certification, OR an equivalent professional, industry recognized certification acceptable to the City. *Until further notice, the minimum qualification for certification has been temporarily modified to allow successful candidates to obtain industry certification(s) within 6 months of hire. Competencies The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include: Job Expertise - The ideal candidate must possess a combination of the following knowledge and experience: Ability to understand the complexities of enterprise infrastructure and how to leverage technologies for citywide benefits. Strong technical hands-on experience in designing, configuring, implementing, managing, troubleshooting, and administering current technologies such as: Layer 2 switching (VLAN) e.g. Spanning Tree; Advanced layer 3 routing e.g. Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) and/or Border Gateway Protocol (BGP); Network design and optimization; Enterprise Wi-Fi and wireless broadband; Quality of Service (QOS); Application load-balancing; Network security controls e.g. Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP) and/or Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service (RADIUS); Software-Defined Networking (SDN) configuration and management; and/or, VMWare networking; NSX-T or NSX-V Ability to write and run scripts (e.g., Powershell, Python, etc.) is highly desirable Problem Solving - Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome. Analytical Thinking - Approaching a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach. Project Management - Requires familiarity with Agile Methodology to manage and lead technical
projects. Ensures support for projects and implements agency goals and strategic objectives. Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. Multi-Tasking - Can handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or current position(s). Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Selection Process The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions . Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews , one of which may include a practical/writing exercise . You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. In addition, please attach your resume as part of the application process. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Tram Nguyen at tramt.nguyen@sanjoseca.gov .
Jul 20, 2024
Full Time
The City of San José is a place where we use civic technology to help our community thrive. As the 13th largest city in the nation, the City manages a large set of services and assets. The City operates on a budget of $5 billion, with 7,000 employees serving 1+ million residents and 80,000 businesses in the heart of Silicon Valley. Information Technology's (IT) mission: Put powerful tools and information in the hands of people to unleash their brilliance in service to our community. IT enables that mission through business and infrastructure systems, cybersecurity, data management and analysis, productivity and collaboration tools, the San Jose 311 resident experience platform, data equity and privacy programs, and strategic planning. San Jose is powered by truly great people, a robust technology environment, and a strong sense of purpose. We promote work-life integration and a focus on growth to bring out the best in our people. Come join us in making San Jose the most vibrant, equitable, sustainable, and innovative city in America! You can visit the Information Technology Department website to learn more about us. NOTE - The first review of applications will be on Monday, August 5, 2024. Please submit your application by 11:59 p.m. (PST) on Friday, August 2, 2024, if you would like your application to be included in the first review. Candidates who pass the first application review round will be invited to interviews on the week August 12, 2024. The City of San José is creating a civic technology foundation that helps our community thrive every day. Do you have the skills and sense of service it takes? If yes, read on... This is an exciting opportunity under the Technical Infrastructure Division in the Information Technology Department (ITD). The Technical Infrastructure Division designs and engineers solutions that address and meet the City's strategies built around Smart City initiatives, such as Digital Inclusion and Digital Equity, Public Wi-Fi expansion for Economic Development, Endpoint Modernization and virtualization, Multi-cloud frameworks, and digital analytics to support data-driven decisions. The Technical Infrastructure Division includes citywide wired and wireless network infrastructure, core server infrastructure, public and private cloud infrastructure, and hyper-converged infrastructure. The city seeks motivated engineering-level candidates who are energized by opportunities to maximize their potential by learning new technologies, designing and implementing solutions, and fulfilling smart city initiatives. Please note that the Enterprise Network Infrastructure Engineer (Enterprise Information Technology Engineer I/II) position is currently on a hybrid telework schedule - working remotely and onsite is subject to change. Salary Information: The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate's qualifications and experience. In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Enterprise Information Technology Engineer (EITE) I/II shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay. Salary Range including the 5% non-pensionable increase: Enterprise Information Technology Engineer I: $121,583.28 - $147,944.16 annually Enterprise Information Technology Engineer II: $128,812.32 - $156,942.24 annually The EITE I/II classifications are represented by the Municipal Employees' Federation (MEF) bargaining unit. Education: EITE I: A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, MIS, Business and Public Administration, or a closely related field. EITE II: A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, MIS, Business and Public Administration, or a closely related field. Experience: EITE I: three (3) years of increasingly progressive experience equivalent to performing technical work of complex difficulty to provide desktop, data security, application and system administration, and server or network administration or software applications to support end users, electronic business systems/solutions, and software applications for high availability and uptime. EITE II: four (4) years of increasingly progressive experience equivalent to performing technical work of complex difficulty to provide desktop, data security, applications and system administration, and server or network administration or software applications to support end users, electronic business systems/solutions, and software applications for high availability and uptime. Acceptable Substitutions: Two (2) years of related experience may be substituted for up to two (2) years of the education requirement License or Certificates: EITE I: Possession of an industry certification that demonstrates expertise in information technology field, such as a Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) certificate for Windows Server Enterprise, Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Network Associate (CCNA) certification, OR an equivalent professional, industry recognized certification acceptable to the City. EITE II : Possession and maintenance of a current (non-expired) industry certification* that demonstrates expertise in the relevant information technology field, such as a Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) certificate for Windows Server Enterprise, Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Network Associate (CCNA) certification, OR an equivalent professional, industry recognized certification acceptable to the City. *Until further notice, the minimum qualification for certification has been temporarily modified to allow successful candidates to obtain industry certification(s) within 6 months of hire. Competencies The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include: Job Expertise - The ideal candidate must possess a combination of the following knowledge and experience: Ability to understand the complexities of enterprise infrastructure and how to leverage technologies for citywide benefits. Strong technical hands-on experience in designing, configuring, implementing, managing, troubleshooting, and administering current technologies such as: Layer 2 switching (VLAN) e.g. Spanning Tree; Advanced layer 3 routing e.g. Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) and/or Border Gateway Protocol (BGP); Network design and optimization; Enterprise Wi-Fi and wireless broadband; Quality of Service (QOS); Application load-balancing; Network security controls e.g. Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP) and/or Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service (RADIUS); Software-Defined Networking (SDN) configuration and management; and/or, VMWare networking; NSX-T or NSX-V Ability to write and run scripts (e.g., Powershell, Python, etc.) is highly desirable Problem Solving - Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome. Analytical Thinking - Approaching a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach. Project Management - Requires familiarity with Agile Methodology to manage and lead technical
projects. Ensures support for projects and implements agency goals and strategic objectives. Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. Multi-Tasking - Can handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or current position(s). Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Selection Process The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions . Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews , one of which may include a practical/writing exercise . You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. In addition, please attach your resume as part of the application process. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Tram Nguyen at tramt.nguyen@sanjoseca.gov .
City of San Jose
United States, California, San Jose
The Department of Transportation (DOT) plans, develops, operates, and maintains transportation facilities, services, and related systems which contribute to the livability and economic health of the City. We comprise a team of more than 500 people ready to serve the needs of our residents to improve the efficiency and safety of San José streets. We are an energetic and innovative team that is improving transportation in the nation's 13th largest city, while focusing on safety, sustainability, and active public life! For more information about DOT, visit www.sanjoseca.gov/transportation .The Department of Transportation is currently seeking to fill two (2) vacant Analyst I/II positions in the Administrative Services Division, Human Resources Program. These positions will assist in recruitment activities and other HR-related functions. The ideal candidate is someone with previous recruitment and HR experience. Attention to detail, exceptional organizational skills, and a strong customer service perspective are critical. These positions report to the DOT Human Resources Manager and will have the following responsibilities: Serve as a liaison for central HR Recruiters (Business Partners) and Department hiring managers to ensure recruitment processes are followed to fill vacancies efficiently. Work directly with hiring managers to assess vacancies, create job announcements, review applications, coordinate interviews and practical exams, conduct reference checks, and complete the hiring process. May coordinate and conduct formal and informal training to nearly every level of department staff, including assisting staff in understanding the recruitment process, recruitment reports or other general HR and departmental recruitment policies and procedures. Process all HR related transactions pertaining to recruitments and qualifying promotions, as well as probation related transactions. Update the department org chart and DOT's HR SharePoint Hub. Assist in informal disciplinary actions. The total salary range for these classifications are as follows: Analyst I: $88,954.32 to $108,108.00 Analyst II: $97,078.80 to $117,979.68 This amount includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates' qualifications and experience. Education and Experience Analyst I A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university. Analyst II A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university AND two (2) years of increasingly responsible professional staff analytic or administrative experience conducting studies, organizing and analyzing data, and preparing reports, recommendations, or conclusions for a functional area in budget, finance, grant administration, organizational analysis, general administration, or human resources. Acceptable Substitution Additional years of experience in a position comparable to the Staff Specialist with the City of San José in areas such as budget, finance, grant administration, organizational analysis, general administration or human resources may be substituted for the education requirement on a year for year basis. 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, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. Demonstrates: Knowledge and experience of full cycle recruitment Computer/technology proficiency sufficient in the use of Human Resource applications/databases and SharePoint COMMUNICATION SKILLS: 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. CONSTRUCTIVE ENERGIES: A demonstration of energy and drive that comes from within, and a willingness to approach all aspects of work with a generally positive attitude; possessing the inclination to take appropriate action rather than waiting to be told what to do; examples of Constructive Energies include but are not limited to: enthusiasm, honesty, integrity, empathy, dedication, reliable, proactive, respectful, confidence, ethical, and a willingness to help others ANALYTICAL THINKING: Approaching a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach. COMPUTER SKILLS: Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: Office 365, MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, and MS Visio. CUSTOMER SERVICE: Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor. MULTI-TASKING: Can handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or current position(s). PROBLEM SOLVING: Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome. TEAMWORK & INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.
Jul 19, 2024
Full Time
The Department of Transportation (DOT) plans, develops, operates, and maintains transportation facilities, services, and related systems which contribute to the livability and economic health of the City. We comprise a team of more than 500 people ready to serve the needs of our residents to improve the efficiency and safety of San José streets. We are an energetic and innovative team that is improving transportation in the nation's 13th largest city, while focusing on safety, sustainability, and active public life! For more information about DOT, visit www.sanjoseca.gov/transportation .The Department of Transportation is currently seeking to fill two (2) vacant Analyst I/II positions in the Administrative Services Division, Human Resources Program. These positions will assist in recruitment activities and other HR-related functions. The ideal candidate is someone with previous recruitment and HR experience. Attention to detail, exceptional organizational skills, and a strong customer service perspective are critical. These positions report to the DOT Human Resources Manager and will have the following responsibilities: Serve as a liaison for central HR Recruiters (Business Partners) and Department hiring managers to ensure recruitment processes are followed to fill vacancies efficiently. Work directly with hiring managers to assess vacancies, create job announcements, review applications, coordinate interviews and practical exams, conduct reference checks, and complete the hiring process. May coordinate and conduct formal and informal training to nearly every level of department staff, including assisting staff in understanding the recruitment process, recruitment reports or other general HR and departmental recruitment policies and procedures. Process all HR related transactions pertaining to recruitments and qualifying promotions, as well as probation related transactions. Update the department org chart and DOT's HR SharePoint Hub. Assist in informal disciplinary actions. The total salary range for these classifications are as follows: Analyst I: $88,954.32 to $108,108.00 Analyst II: $97,078.80 to $117,979.68 This amount includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates' qualifications and experience. Education and Experience Analyst I A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university. Analyst II A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university AND two (2) years of increasingly responsible professional staff analytic or administrative experience conducting studies, organizing and analyzing data, and preparing reports, recommendations, or conclusions for a functional area in budget, finance, grant administration, organizational analysis, general administration, or human resources. Acceptable Substitution Additional years of experience in a position comparable to the Staff Specialist with the City of San José in areas such as budget, finance, grant administration, organizational analysis, general administration or human resources may be substituted for the education requirement on a year for year basis. 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, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. Demonstrates: Knowledge and experience of full cycle recruitment Computer/technology proficiency sufficient in the use of Human Resource applications/databases and SharePoint COMMUNICATION SKILLS: 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. CONSTRUCTIVE ENERGIES: A demonstration of energy and drive that comes from within, and a willingness to approach all aspects of work with a generally positive attitude; possessing the inclination to take appropriate action rather than waiting to be told what to do; examples of Constructive Energies include but are not limited to: enthusiasm, honesty, integrity, empathy, dedication, reliable, proactive, respectful, confidence, ethical, and a willingness to help others ANALYTICAL THINKING: Approaching a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach. COMPUTER SKILLS: Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: Office 365, MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, and MS Visio. CUSTOMER SERVICE: Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor. MULTI-TASKING: Can handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or current position(s). PROBLEM SOLVING: Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome. TEAMWORK & INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.
City of San Jose
United States, California, San Jose
The San José Fire Department's (SJFD) core mission is to serve the community by protecting life, property, and the environment through prevention and response. SJFD is a high-volume, high-performance, all-risk Fire Department that protects approximately 200 square miles including, residential, commercial, high-rise, wildland interface areas, and several high-hazard occupancies. For additional information visit sjfd.org . Click here for information on the SJFD Department. Click here for the California Equal Pay Act Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third-party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose's website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers . The San José Fire Department (SJFD) is seeking to fill two Analyst I/II positions in the Bureau of Administrative Services, Fiscal unit. User Fee Programs and Revenue Management Analyst I/II (Accounts Receivable): The Bureau of Administrative Services is seeking an enthusiastic and creative candidate interested in the unique opportunity to coordinate and lead the development of the Fire Department's User Fee Programs. The User Fee Program and Revenue Management Analyst position will have the responsibility of designing, developing, implementing, and monitoring the Fire Department's newly established Ambulance Transport Services fee program. This fast-paced and collaborative position will serve as the primary point-of-contact between various key stakeholders such as the Department's Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Division staff members, ambulance transport service providers, third-party billing and collection providers, and external federal organizations such as Medicare/Medi-Cal. This position will also support the Department's Revenue Management functions through generating reports for monitoring and forecasting revenue trends throughout the year. This analyst position presents an opportunity to also serve as a key contributor throughout various budgetary processes, program analytics, developing and tracking key performance indicators, and maintain a close collaborative relationship with the City Manager's Budget Office and City Attorney's Office during annual technical updates to the Fire Department's Fees and Charges Schedule, and City Ordinance. Fiscal Analyst I/II (Accounts Payable): The Bureau of Administrative Services is seeking a driven innovator looking for an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in supporting the Fire Department's 855 sworn and civilian personnel. This analyst position will have the responsibility of facilitating many critical administrative functions such as serving as the point of contact for all Fire Department travel requests and reimbursements, as well as providing budgetary support to the Bureau of Field Operations and Special Ops Programs. The ideal candidate will bring their creativity in championing efforts to refine and implement an elevated customer experience for the Fire Department through process innovation and streamlining workflows within the Accounts Payable Unit. Additionally, this position will provide oversight to the Accounts Payable team consisting of one Principal Account Clerk and one Senior Account Clerk. In addition to the salary, employees in the Analyst I/II classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay. The salary range(s) for these classifications are: Analyst I $84,718.40 - $102,960.00 (pensionable) $88,954.32 - $108,108.00 ( including non-pensionable ) Analyst II $92,456.00 - $112,361.60 (pensionable) $97,078.80 - $117,979.68 ( including non-pensionable ) Education: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Experience: Analyst I- None. Analyst II- Two (2) years of increasingly responsible professional staff analytic or administrative experience conducting studies, organizing and analyzing data, and preparing reports, recommendations, or conclusions for a functional area in budget, finance, grant administration, organizational analysis, general administration, or human resources. Acceptable Substitutions: Additional years of experience in a position comparable to the Staff Specialist with the City of San Jose in areas such asbudget, finance, grant administration, organizational analysis, general administration, or human resources may be substituted for the education requirement on a year for year basis.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, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel. Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. Analytical Thinking - Approaches a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach. Collaboration - Develops networks and builds alliances; engages in cross-functional activities. Continuous Improvement - Actively identifies new areas for learning and regularly creates and takes advantage of learning opportunities. Customer Service - Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor. 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. Flexibility - Makes effective decisions and achieves desired results in the midst of major changes in responsibilities, work processes, timeframes, performance expectations, organizational culture, or work environment. Problem Solving - Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome. Reliability - Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate. Selection Process The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's
training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process may consist of one or more interviews. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Laura Black at laura.black@sanjoseca.gov. The application deadline is Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at 11:59 PM .
Jul 19, 2024
Full Time
The San José Fire Department's (SJFD) core mission is to serve the community by protecting life, property, and the environment through prevention and response. SJFD is a high-volume, high-performance, all-risk Fire Department that protects approximately 200 square miles including, residential, commercial, high-rise, wildland interface areas, and several high-hazard occupancies. For additional information visit sjfd.org . Click here for information on the SJFD Department. Click here for the California Equal Pay Act Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third-party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose's website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers . The San José Fire Department (SJFD) is seeking to fill two Analyst I/II positions in the Bureau of Administrative Services, Fiscal unit. User Fee Programs and Revenue Management Analyst I/II (Accounts Receivable): The Bureau of Administrative Services is seeking an enthusiastic and creative candidate interested in the unique opportunity to coordinate and lead the development of the Fire Department's User Fee Programs. The User Fee Program and Revenue Management Analyst position will have the responsibility of designing, developing, implementing, and monitoring the Fire Department's newly established Ambulance Transport Services fee program. This fast-paced and collaborative position will serve as the primary point-of-contact between various key stakeholders such as the Department's Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Division staff members, ambulance transport service providers, third-party billing and collection providers, and external federal organizations such as Medicare/Medi-Cal. This position will also support the Department's Revenue Management functions through generating reports for monitoring and forecasting revenue trends throughout the year. This analyst position presents an opportunity to also serve as a key contributor throughout various budgetary processes, program analytics, developing and tracking key performance indicators, and maintain a close collaborative relationship with the City Manager's Budget Office and City Attorney's Office during annual technical updates to the Fire Department's Fees and Charges Schedule, and City Ordinance. Fiscal Analyst I/II (Accounts Payable): The Bureau of Administrative Services is seeking a driven innovator looking for an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in supporting the Fire Department's 855 sworn and civilian personnel. This analyst position will have the responsibility of facilitating many critical administrative functions such as serving as the point of contact for all Fire Department travel requests and reimbursements, as well as providing budgetary support to the Bureau of Field Operations and Special Ops Programs. The ideal candidate will bring their creativity in championing efforts to refine and implement an elevated customer experience for the Fire Department through process innovation and streamlining workflows within the Accounts Payable Unit. Additionally, this position will provide oversight to the Accounts Payable team consisting of one Principal Account Clerk and one Senior Account Clerk. In addition to the salary, employees in the Analyst I/II classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay. The salary range(s) for these classifications are: Analyst I $84,718.40 - $102,960.00 (pensionable) $88,954.32 - $108,108.00 ( including non-pensionable ) Analyst II $92,456.00 - $112,361.60 (pensionable) $97,078.80 - $117,979.68 ( including non-pensionable ) Education: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Experience: Analyst I- None. Analyst II- Two (2) years of increasingly responsible professional staff analytic or administrative experience conducting studies, organizing and analyzing data, and preparing reports, recommendations, or conclusions for a functional area in budget, finance, grant administration, organizational analysis, general administration, or human resources. Acceptable Substitutions: Additional years of experience in a position comparable to the Staff Specialist with the City of San Jose in areas such asbudget, finance, grant administration, organizational analysis, general administration, or human resources may be substituted for the education requirement on a year for year basis.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, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel. Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. Analytical Thinking - Approaches a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach. Collaboration - Develops networks and builds alliances; engages in cross-functional activities. Continuous Improvement - Actively identifies new areas for learning and regularly creates and takes advantage of learning opportunities. Customer Service - Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor. 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. Flexibility - Makes effective decisions and achieves desired results in the midst of major changes in responsibilities, work processes, timeframes, performance expectations, organizational culture, or work environment. Problem Solving - Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome. Reliability - Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate. Selection Process The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's
training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process may consist of one or more interviews. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Laura Black at laura.black@sanjoseca.gov. The application deadline is Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at 11:59 PM .
City of San Jose
United States, California, San Jose
The City of San Jose The City of San Jose is a full-service Charter City and currently operates under a hybrid Council/Manager form of government. The City Council consists of ten Council Members elected by district and a Mayor elected at-large. The City Manager, who reports to the Council, and the executive team provide strategic leadership that supports the policy-making role of the Mayor and the City Council and ensures the organization delivers high quality services that meet the community needs. The City actively engages with the community through Council-appointed boards, commissions, and project specific engagement opportunities. Operations are supported by 6,885 full time equivalent positions and a total Fiscal year 2022-2023 budget of approximately $5.3 billion. San Jose is dedicated to maintaining the highest fiscal integrity and earning high credit ratings to ensure the consistent delivery of quality services to the community. Extensive information regarding San Jose can be found on the City website at www.sanjoseca.gov . The Housing Department The City of San Jose Housing Department mission is to strengthen and to revitalize the community through housing and neighborhood investments. The Housing Department has funded over 20,000 affordable apartments, oversees the Rent Stabilization Program that provides protection to both renters and mobile homeowners, and is implementing innovative programs to preserve restricted affordable apartments. The Housing Department also strives to make homelessness in San Jose rare, brief, and one-time, through the implementation of the Community Plan to End Homelessness. The Plan is a collaborative public-private partnership with the County of Santa Clara Office of Supportive Housing, the Santa Clara Housing Authority, and Destination: Home, a nonprofit. The Housing Department manages four U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Programs entitlement grants in addition to numerous state and local grant programs. Over the past three years, the Housing Department has played a major role in protecting the City most vulnerable residents by investing over $150 million in funding to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Housing Department has a capital budget of approximately $333.5 million, an operating budget of $19 million and 109 full-time employees. The Housing Department is committed to creating a welcoming, equitable, and supportive workplace for all employees. The Housing Department is looking for a Senior Public Information Representative on the Communications Team. Annual Salary range(s) for this classification is: Senior Public Information Representative: $124,815.60 - $152,050.08 The Housing Department is looking for a Senior Public Information Representative. The Housing Department addresses complex societal issues, including homelessness, affordable housing, and fair housing. Our audiences range from ordinary citizens to elected officials, and from nonprofits to advocacy groups. If you want to do meaningful and fulfilling work, utilizing every bit of creativity you possess, then this is the job for you. This position will give you the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of real people while you have fun and collaborate with many internal and external stakeholders. Our team needs an individual who is excited to help educate the public about programs, projects and initiatives the City undertakes to address homelessness and make housing more accessible to everyone. Please note, fluency in Vietnamese is strongly preferred. Within our Communications Team, you will: Play an important role in helping the Housing Department share success stories and tell stories about the Department's efforts to address homelessness to the public, City Council and a wide range of stakeholders; Provide graphic design services for the entire Department, including signage, brochures, mailers, flyers, and presentations; Develop content for our Department social media channels, website, and SharePoint site; Support the Communications Team public outreach via email and social media; Manage the Department photo library; Manage the Department style guide and ensure all visuals produced by the Department comply with the City brand guidelines; Translate data and statistics about homelessness and affordable housing into relatable content that tells compelling stories via infographics and images; Support multidisciplinary project teams that include policy experts and project managers from within and outside the Housing Department; Produce the Department annual report (e.g., Rent Stabilization Program, Homelessness Response Team); Support the Department language access program and work with the City Manager Office to ensure compliance with citywide language access policies. Your Mindset and Approach You are open-minded, curious and optimistic. You are agile and can be both scrappy (to move fast) and detail-oriented (to go deep). You have a contagious and positive work ethic. You take on tasks and challenges with high energy and you can be counted on to complete projects on time. You have a passion for storytelling. You have a proven history of working well in team situations and collaborating productively. You are knowledgeable about affordable housing and homelessness issues (These qualifications are typically required. An equivalent combination of education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities sufficient to satisfactorily perform the duties of the job may be substituted.) Education and Experience Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in the fields of journalism, communications, advertising, marketing, public relations, public administration, or closely related fields and four (4) years of increasingly responsible public information, marketing, or public relations experience. Licensing Requirements Valid California Driver's License may be required. Certifications This position requires a disclosure of outside investments, real property interest, income, and business positions. You must complete and file an Assuming Office Form 700 with the City Clerks Office within the first 30 days of employment with the office. Other Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include: Job Expertise: Demonstrates knowledge of, and experience with, applicable professional/technical principles and practices of communications and public relations, including professional experience in some combination of graphic design, content creation, branding, language accessibility, and website and social media content development. Communication Skills: Effectively convey information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to all ideas and thoughts. Collaboration: Develops networks and builds alliances, engages in cross-functional activities. Political Skill: In taking action, demonstrates an understanding and consideration of how it will impact stakeholders and affected areas in the organization. Problem Solving: Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome. Project M
anagement: Ensures support for projects and implements department's goals and strategic objectives. Supervision: Sets effective long and short-term goals based on a good understanding of management practices; establishes realistic priorities within available resources; provides motivational support; empowers others; assigns decision-making and work functions to others in an appropriate manner to maximize organizational and individual effectiveness
Jul 19, 2024
Full Time
The City of San Jose The City of San Jose is a full-service Charter City and currently operates under a hybrid Council/Manager form of government. The City Council consists of ten Council Members elected by district and a Mayor elected at-large. The City Manager, who reports to the Council, and the executive team provide strategic leadership that supports the policy-making role of the Mayor and the City Council and ensures the organization delivers high quality services that meet the community needs. The City actively engages with the community through Council-appointed boards, commissions, and project specific engagement opportunities. Operations are supported by 6,885 full time equivalent positions and a total Fiscal year 2022-2023 budget of approximately $5.3 billion. San Jose is dedicated to maintaining the highest fiscal integrity and earning high credit ratings to ensure the consistent delivery of quality services to the community. Extensive information regarding San Jose can be found on the City website at www.sanjoseca.gov . The Housing Department The City of San Jose Housing Department mission is to strengthen and to revitalize the community through housing and neighborhood investments. The Housing Department has funded over 20,000 affordable apartments, oversees the Rent Stabilization Program that provides protection to both renters and mobile homeowners, and is implementing innovative programs to preserve restricted affordable apartments. The Housing Department also strives to make homelessness in San Jose rare, brief, and one-time, through the implementation of the Community Plan to End Homelessness. The Plan is a collaborative public-private partnership with the County of Santa Clara Office of Supportive Housing, the Santa Clara Housing Authority, and Destination: Home, a nonprofit. The Housing Department manages four U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Programs entitlement grants in addition to numerous state and local grant programs. Over the past three years, the Housing Department has played a major role in protecting the City most vulnerable residents by investing over $150 million in funding to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Housing Department has a capital budget of approximately $333.5 million, an operating budget of $19 million and 109 full-time employees. The Housing Department is committed to creating a welcoming, equitable, and supportive workplace for all employees. The Housing Department is looking for a Senior Public Information Representative on the Communications Team. Annual Salary range(s) for this classification is: Senior Public Information Representative: $124,815.60 - $152,050.08 The Housing Department is looking for a Senior Public Information Representative. The Housing Department addresses complex societal issues, including homelessness, affordable housing, and fair housing. Our audiences range from ordinary citizens to elected officials, and from nonprofits to advocacy groups. If you want to do meaningful and fulfilling work, utilizing every bit of creativity you possess, then this is the job for you. This position will give you the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of real people while you have fun and collaborate with many internal and external stakeholders. Our team needs an individual who is excited to help educate the public about programs, projects and initiatives the City undertakes to address homelessness and make housing more accessible to everyone. Please note, fluency in Vietnamese is strongly preferred. Within our Communications Team, you will: Play an important role in helping the Housing Department share success stories and tell stories about the Department's efforts to address homelessness to the public, City Council and a wide range of stakeholders; Provide graphic design services for the entire Department, including signage, brochures, mailers, flyers, and presentations; Develop content for our Department social media channels, website, and SharePoint site; Support the Communications Team public outreach via email and social media; Manage the Department photo library; Manage the Department style guide and ensure all visuals produced by the Department comply with the City brand guidelines; Translate data and statistics about homelessness and affordable housing into relatable content that tells compelling stories via infographics and images; Support multidisciplinary project teams that include policy experts and project managers from within and outside the Housing Department; Produce the Department annual report (e.g., Rent Stabilization Program, Homelessness Response Team); Support the Department language access program and work with the City Manager Office to ensure compliance with citywide language access policies. Your Mindset and Approach You are open-minded, curious and optimistic. You are agile and can be both scrappy (to move fast) and detail-oriented (to go deep). You have a contagious and positive work ethic. You take on tasks and challenges with high energy and you can be counted on to complete projects on time. You have a passion for storytelling. You have a proven history of working well in team situations and collaborating productively. You are knowledgeable about affordable housing and homelessness issues (These qualifications are typically required. An equivalent combination of education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities sufficient to satisfactorily perform the duties of the job may be substituted.) Education and Experience Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in the fields of journalism, communications, advertising, marketing, public relations, public administration, or closely related fields and four (4) years of increasingly responsible public information, marketing, or public relations experience. Licensing Requirements Valid California Driver's License may be required. Certifications This position requires a disclosure of outside investments, real property interest, income, and business positions. You must complete and file an Assuming Office Form 700 with the City Clerks Office within the first 30 days of employment with the office. Other Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include: Job Expertise: Demonstrates knowledge of, and experience with, applicable professional/technical principles and practices of communications and public relations, including professional experience in some combination of graphic design, content creation, branding, language accessibility, and website and social media content development. Communication Skills: Effectively convey information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to all ideas and thoughts. Collaboration: Develops networks and builds alliances, engages in cross-functional activities. Political Skill: In taking action, demonstrates an understanding and consideration of how it will impact stakeholders and affected areas in the organization. Problem Solving: Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome. Project M
anagement: Ensures support for projects and implements department's goals and strategic objectives. Supervision: Sets effective long and short-term goals based on a good understanding of management practices; establishes realistic priorities within available resources; provides motivational support; empowers others; assigns decision-making and work functions to others in an appropriate manner to maximize organizational and individual effectiveness
City of San Jose
United States, California, San Jose
The San José Police Department is dedicated to providing public safety through community partnerships and 21st Century Policing practices, ensuring equity for all. The Department is committed to treating all of San Jose's diverse community members with dignity, fairness, and respect, while protecting their rights and providing equal protection under the law.The San Jose Police Department (SJPD) is recruiting for Crime Prevention Specialist positions within the Bureau of Field Operations (BFO). The Crime Prevention unit is comprised of 13 employees with twelve (12) Crime Prevention Specialists (CPS) assigned to each of the four divisions under BFO and one (1) Crime Prevention Supervisor. The Crime Prevention Unit is tasked to promote police and community partnerships and problem solving by bringing safety education, awareness, and training to people where they work, worship, learn, live, and play. The unit supports patrol with community policing and problem-solving projects. The unit is also called upon to conduct Neighborhood and Business Watch Programs, National Night Out, Youth Violence Prevention curriculum development and instruction, web page resources, and serve as a liaison to the media for community events. The total salary range for the Crime Prevention Specialist classification is $80,633.28- $97,996.08. This amount includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates' qualifications and experience. Under direction of a Crime Prevention Supervisor, the CPS will act as a liaison between the police department and the communities, readily available to answer questions, provide information and give referrals to the general public regarding matters related to crime prevention topics. The Crime Prevention programs and services are designed to provide the tools the community needs to participate in crime prevention efforts in their neighborhood. The essential functions of this position include but are not limited to: - Act as a liaison for SJPD with the community, providing a consistent and personal point of contact; - Provide a resource for the general public, city staff and SJPD members regarding crime prevention and quality of life issues; - Provide crime prevention presentations, training and awareness programming; - Interact with social media and must possess knowledge of public relations; - Meet with community members and identify social conditions that result to neighborhood disputes, grievances and other related social problems and take the appropriate action; - Identify social conditions responsible for generating neighborhood disputes and take appropriate action; - Prepare and deliver lesson plans relative to the prevention of various crimes to include: burglary (residential and commercial), robbery, shoplifting, internal theft, fraud, credit card and check abuse, identity theft and sex-related crimes and personal protection; - Participate with business and community members in designing crime prevention programs to meet specific needs to include recommending specific prevention apparatus, such as locking devices, alarm systems and lighting systems; - Must have knowledge of the principles and practices of crime prevention; - Must have knowledge of the availability of social services aid from local, State and Federal agencies as they pertain to housing, medical aid and counseling services; - Must have public speaking skills to represent the Police Department. The unit operates 5 days a week including evenings. The Crime Prevention Specialist must be always available by telephone. This position will require the employee to work a four, ten-hour days per week and may be scheduled to work evenings, nights and/or weekends. Education Completion of two years of course work at an accredited college or university, including courses in the social sciences. Experience One year of experience in work concerned with the improvement of inter-group relations, delinquency prevention, community welfare, social development, community relations programs, or developing lesson plans and classroom teaching. Licenses/Certificates Possession of a valid California driver's license. Background Submit to a personal background investigation as required by the Police Department. Desirable Qualifications Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university, including courses in social sciences or other related field. History of presenting subject matter to a variety of groups Bilingual in Vietnamese, Spanish, or any other language Competencies The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include: Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. Knowledge and experience in quantitative and qualitative data; performing complex statistical and analytical research. Customer Service - Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently in a timely, accurate, respectful and friendly manner. Initiative - Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance. Building Trust - C ommunicates an understanding of the other person's interests; needs and concerns; identifies and communicates shared interests and goals; identifies and communicates differences as appropriate; demonstrates honesty, keeps commitments and behaves in a consistent manner. Facilitation - Exhibits behaviors and techniques that enhance the quality of group processes. Problem Solving - Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem(s); collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome. Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Multi-Tasking - Can handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or current position(s). Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, MS Excel, and virtual platforms. Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. Selection Process The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this
, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phase of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews, and a background investigation. - Please describe in detail your experience in work concerned with improvement of inter-group relations, delinquency prevention, community welfare, social development, community relations program, or developing lesson plans AND classroom type of teaching. Please specify your years of experience and the organizations you worked for. Your answers should be consistent with your work history. - Please describe in detail your experience in public speaking, conducting oral presentations and coordinating and facilitating group meetings and/or instructional programs. Please describe your target audience, the topics and techniques applied in coordinating presentations and/or facilitating meetings. -Please describe in detail your experience working with main stream media and public relations including social media. - Please describe your proficiency working with virtual platforms and/or webinars. -If you are bilingual in Vietnamese, Spanish, or any other language, please list your ability to speak, read, and write in the language. Please include your level of fluency. If you have questions regarding the duties of this position, please contact Sandra Garcia at (408) 277-4133. If you have questions regarding the recruitment, selections, or hiring processes, please contact Alexandria Rodriguez via email at alexandria.rodriguez@sanjoseca.gov .
Jul 18, 2024
Full Time
The San José Police Department is dedicated to providing public safety through community partnerships and 21st Century Policing practices, ensuring equity for all. The Department is committed to treating all of San Jose's diverse community members with dignity, fairness, and respect, while protecting their rights and providing equal protection under the law.The San Jose Police Department (SJPD) is recruiting for Crime Prevention Specialist positions within the Bureau of Field Operations (BFO). The Crime Prevention unit is comprised of 13 employees with twelve (12) Crime Prevention Specialists (CPS) assigned to each of the four divisions under BFO and one (1) Crime Prevention Supervisor. The Crime Prevention Unit is tasked to promote police and community partnerships and problem solving by bringing safety education, awareness, and training to people where they work, worship, learn, live, and play. The unit supports patrol with community policing and problem-solving projects. The unit is also called upon to conduct Neighborhood and Business Watch Programs, National Night Out, Youth Violence Prevention curriculum development and instruction, web page resources, and serve as a liaison to the media for community events. The total salary range for the Crime Prevention Specialist classification is $80,633.28- $97,996.08. This amount includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates' qualifications and experience. Under direction of a Crime Prevention Supervisor, the CPS will act as a liaison between the police department and the communities, readily available to answer questions, provide information and give referrals to the general public regarding matters related to crime prevention topics. The Crime Prevention programs and services are designed to provide the tools the community needs to participate in crime prevention efforts in their neighborhood. The essential functions of this position include but are not limited to: - Act as a liaison for SJPD with the community, providing a consistent and personal point of contact; - Provide a resource for the general public, city staff and SJPD members regarding crime prevention and quality of life issues; - Provide crime prevention presentations, training and awareness programming; - Interact with social media and must possess knowledge of public relations; - Meet with community members and identify social conditions that result to neighborhood disputes, grievances and other related social problems and take the appropriate action; - Identify social conditions responsible for generating neighborhood disputes and take appropriate action; - Prepare and deliver lesson plans relative to the prevention of various crimes to include: burglary (residential and commercial), robbery, shoplifting, internal theft, fraud, credit card and check abuse, identity theft and sex-related crimes and personal protection; - Participate with business and community members in designing crime prevention programs to meet specific needs to include recommending specific prevention apparatus, such as locking devices, alarm systems and lighting systems; - Must have knowledge of the principles and practices of crime prevention; - Must have knowledge of the availability of social services aid from local, State and Federal agencies as they pertain to housing, medical aid and counseling services; - Must have public speaking skills to represent the Police Department. The unit operates 5 days a week including evenings. The Crime Prevention Specialist must be always available by telephone. This position will require the employee to work a four, ten-hour days per week and may be scheduled to work evenings, nights and/or weekends. Education Completion of two years of course work at an accredited college or university, including courses in the social sciences. Experience One year of experience in work concerned with the improvement of inter-group relations, delinquency prevention, community welfare, social development, community relations programs, or developing lesson plans and classroom teaching. Licenses/Certificates Possession of a valid California driver's license. Background Submit to a personal background investigation as required by the Police Department. Desirable Qualifications Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university, including courses in social sciences or other related field. History of presenting subject matter to a variety of groups Bilingual in Vietnamese, Spanish, or any other language Competencies The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include: Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. Knowledge and experience in quantitative and qualitative data; performing complex statistical and analytical research. Customer Service - Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently in a timely, accurate, respectful and friendly manner. Initiative - Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance. Building Trust - C ommunicates an understanding of the other person's interests; needs and concerns; identifies and communicates shared interests and goals; identifies and communicates differences as appropriate; demonstrates honesty, keeps commitments and behaves in a consistent manner. Facilitation - Exhibits behaviors and techniques that enhance the quality of group processes. Problem Solving - Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem(s); collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome. Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Multi-Tasking - Can handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or current position(s). Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, MS Excel, and virtual platforms. Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. Selection Process The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this
, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phase of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews, and a background investigation. - Please describe in detail your experience in work concerned with improvement of inter-group relations, delinquency prevention, community welfare, social development, community relations program, or developing lesson plans AND classroom type of teaching. Please specify your years of experience and the organizations you worked for. Your answers should be consistent with your work history. - Please describe in detail your experience in public speaking, conducting oral presentations and coordinating and facilitating group meetings and/or instructional programs. Please describe your target audience, the topics and techniques applied in coordinating presentations and/or facilitating meetings. -Please describe in detail your experience working with main stream media and public relations including social media. - Please describe your proficiency working with virtual platforms and/or webinars. -If you are bilingual in Vietnamese, Spanish, or any other language, please list your ability to speak, read, and write in the language. Please include your level of fluency. If you have questions regarding the duties of this position, please contact Sandra Garcia at (408) 277-4133. If you have questions regarding the recruitment, selections, or hiring processes, please contact Alexandria Rodriguez via email at alexandria.rodriguez@sanjoseca.gov .
City of San Jose
United States, California, San Jose
The Office of Independent Police Auditor (IPA) has a three-part mission: (1) provide independent oversight and build trust in the complaint process by objectively reviewing investigations into police misconduct, (2) engage with the San Jose community through outreach, and (3) propose well-considered policy recommendations to the San Jose Police Department; aimed at enhancing the relationship between the police department and the community it serves. For more information about the Office of the Independent Police Auditor, visit their website . The employees of the Office of the Independent Police Auditor (IPA) have embraced the following values: Integrity, Independence, Confidentiality, Respect, Objectivity and Professionalism. The IPA is seeking individuals whose values align with those of the Office. Assistant Independent Police Auditor Brochure Knowledge of: The organization, responsibilities, functions, policies, and procedures of local law enforcement. Principles, practices, methods, and techniques of communication and public relations. Budget preparation and administration. The principles and practices of supervision and training. Techniques of law enforcement training, instruction, and evaluation of work performance. The fundamentals of criminal and administrative investigations including interviewing and interrogating principles and techniques. Current case law and statutes in the criminal law field, and familiarity with penal and evidence codes and other related authorities such as Government Code section 3300. Legal research principles. Accounting and auditing principles and standards. Ability to: Oversee the day-to-day operation that includes supervising the intake, processing, assignments, and audits of complaints; to determine if the investigations were complete, thorough, objective, and fair. Identify and organize data in preparation for the IPA annual report. Effectively collaborates with his/her counterpart at IA for efficient operations between both offices. Develop, coordinate, and direct subordinate professional staff in an effective manner. Prepare clear, concise reports and to present them effectively both orally and in writing and edit written materials. Plan, develop, and implement various administrative programs. Evaluate the Internal Affairs Unit's performance in conducting investigations, preparing reports, and statistical analyses, and carrying out independent research and factfinding assignments. Maintain effective community relations and work effectively with residents, business and community organizations, public and private agencies, Police Department personnel, the Chief of Police, City Attorney, City Council, and Mayor. Demonstrate a high standard of objectivity, integrity, and professionalism. Demonstrate a commitment to protect the basic constitutional rights of all affected parties. Act independently, creatively, and fairly. Interpret and apply laws and regulations. Work effectively under pressure. Facilitate effectively, negotiate, and possess diplomacy skills. Maintain media relations. Understand and interpret rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and program objectives. Acts and performs the duties of the Independent Police Auditor in his/her absence. Performs any other duties as assigned. Additional information regarding Typical Class Essential duties can be found by clicking here. Salary Information This is an exempt management position and the salary range for Assistant Independent Police Auditor = $164,377.98 - $256,233.64 This amount includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate's qualifications and experience. Education: Completion of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, public administration, or related field. Experience: Four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in criminal justice, investigative organization, or legal setting. Certifications: Possession of a valid State of California driver's license may be required. Form 700 Requirement: This position requires a disclosure of outside investments, real property interest, income, and business positions. You must complete and file an "Assuming Office Form 700" with the City Clerk's Office within the first 30 days of employment with the office. Special Requirements : (1) Has not been a sworn law enforcement officer (e.g. police officer, reserve officer, probation officer, parole officer, or DEA agent) for at least ten years prior to appointment and (2) Does not have any immediate family members (defined as spouse, parent, domestic partner, sibling, child or grandparent) who are sworn law enforcement officers with any law enforcement agency. Desirable Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. A Master's Degree and/or Juris Doctorate from an Accredited University. A member in good standing with a State Bar Association. Progressive experience serving as a trial attorney. Experience as an executive manager or supervising investigator within a civilian oversight agency. Certified Practitioner of Oversight credentialed from the National Association of Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement (NACOLE). Competencies: Analytical Thinkin g - Approaching a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach. Building Trust - Communicates an understanding of the other person's interests, needs and concerns; identifies and communicates shared interests and goals; identifies and communicates differences as appropriate; demonstrates honesty, keeps commitments and behaves in an appropriate manner. Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Conflict Management - Uses appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to reduce tension or conflict between two or more people, by presenting the facts, analysis, and conclusions or solutions that show command of content and perspectives and interests of the audience. Decision Making - Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions. Initiative - Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance. Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. Management - Evaluates priorities to ensure the 'true' top priorities are handled satisfactorily; sets clear goals for the employees and the work unit. Meeting Ethical Standards - Evalu
ates priorities to ensure the 'true' top priorities are handled satisfactorily; sets clear goals for the employees and the work unit. Project Management - Ensures support for projects and implements agency goals and strategic objectives. 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 supports and direction. Problem Solving - 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 supports and direction. Supervision - Sets effective long and short-term goals based on a good understanding of management practices; establishes realistic priorities within available resources; provides motivational support; empowers others; assigns decision-making and work functions to others in an appropriate manner to maximize organizational and individual effectiveness. Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. Selection Process Both an updated resume and a cover letter is required to be attached to your application in the "attachments" section. The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interview and the selected candidate will be required to successfully complete the background investigation by the City of San José Police Department. Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third-party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose's website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers . The application deadline is 11:59 PM on August 9 , 2024. Please allow adequate time to complete the application and submit before the deadline or the system may not save your application. If your online application was successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, please email CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov and we will research the status of your application. If you have any questions regarding the duties for this position or the recruitment process, please contact Anthony Vu by email at Anthony1.Vu@sanjoseca.gov .
Jul 17, 2024
Full Time
The Office of Independent Police Auditor (IPA) has a three-part mission: (1) provide independent oversight and build trust in the complaint process by objectively reviewing investigations into police misconduct, (2) engage with the San Jose community through outreach, and (3) propose well-considered policy recommendations to the San Jose Police Department; aimed at enhancing the relationship between the police department and the community it serves. For more information about the Office of the Independent Police Auditor, visit their website . The employees of the Office of the Independent Police Auditor (IPA) have embraced the following values: Integrity, Independence, Confidentiality, Respect, Objectivity and Professionalism. The IPA is seeking individuals whose values align with those of the Office. Assistant Independent Police Auditor Brochure Knowledge of: The organization, responsibilities, functions, policies, and procedures of local law enforcement. Principles, practices, methods, and techniques of communication and public relations. Budget preparation and administration. The principles and practices of supervision and training. Techniques of law enforcement training, instruction, and evaluation of work performance. The fundamentals of criminal and administrative investigations including interviewing and interrogating principles and techniques. Current case law and statutes in the criminal law field, and familiarity with penal and evidence codes and other related authorities such as Government Code section 3300. Legal research principles. Accounting and auditing principles and standards. Ability to: Oversee the day-to-day operation that includes supervising the intake, processing, assignments, and audits of complaints; to determine if the investigations were complete, thorough, objective, and fair. Identify and organize data in preparation for the IPA annual report. Effectively collaborates with his/her counterpart at IA for efficient operations between both offices. Develop, coordinate, and direct subordinate professional staff in an effective manner. Prepare clear, concise reports and to present them effectively both orally and in writing and edit written materials. Plan, develop, and implement various administrative programs. Evaluate the Internal Affairs Unit's performance in conducting investigations, preparing reports, and statistical analyses, and carrying out independent research and factfinding assignments. Maintain effective community relations and work effectively with residents, business and community organizations, public and private agencies, Police Department personnel, the Chief of Police, City Attorney, City Council, and Mayor. Demonstrate a high standard of objectivity, integrity, and professionalism. Demonstrate a commitment to protect the basic constitutional rights of all affected parties. Act independently, creatively, and fairly. Interpret and apply laws and regulations. Work effectively under pressure. Facilitate effectively, negotiate, and possess diplomacy skills. Maintain media relations. Understand and interpret rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and program objectives. Acts and performs the duties of the Independent Police Auditor in his/her absence. Performs any other duties as assigned. Additional information regarding Typical Class Essential duties can be found by clicking here. Salary Information This is an exempt management position and the salary range for Assistant Independent Police Auditor = $164,377.98 - $256,233.64 This amount includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate's qualifications and experience. Education: Completion of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, public administration, or related field. Experience: Four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in criminal justice, investigative organization, or legal setting. Certifications: Possession of a valid State of California driver's license may be required. Form 700 Requirement: This position requires a disclosure of outside investments, real property interest, income, and business positions. You must complete and file an "Assuming Office Form 700" with the City Clerk's Office within the first 30 days of employment with the office. Special Requirements : (1) Has not been a sworn law enforcement officer (e.g. police officer, reserve officer, probation officer, parole officer, or DEA agent) for at least ten years prior to appointment and (2) Does not have any immediate family members (defined as spouse, parent, domestic partner, sibling, child or grandparent) who are sworn law enforcement officers with any law enforcement agency. Desirable Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. A Master's Degree and/or Juris Doctorate from an Accredited University. A member in good standing with a State Bar Association. Progressive experience serving as a trial attorney. Experience as an executive manager or supervising investigator within a civilian oversight agency. Certified Practitioner of Oversight credentialed from the National Association of Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement (NACOLE). Competencies: Analytical Thinkin g - Approaching a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach. Building Trust - Communicates an understanding of the other person's interests, needs and concerns; identifies and communicates shared interests and goals; identifies and communicates differences as appropriate; demonstrates honesty, keeps commitments and behaves in an appropriate manner. Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Conflict Management - Uses appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to reduce tension or conflict between two or more people, by presenting the facts, analysis, and conclusions or solutions that show command of content and perspectives and interests of the audience. Decision Making - Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions. Initiative - Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance. Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. Management - Evaluates priorities to ensure the 'true' top priorities are handled satisfactorily; sets clear goals for the employees and the work unit. Meeting Ethical Standards - Evalu
ates priorities to ensure the 'true' top priorities are handled satisfactorily; sets clear goals for the employees and the work unit. Project Management - Ensures support for projects and implements agency goals and strategic objectives. 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 supports and direction. Problem Solving - 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 supports and direction. Supervision - Sets effective long and short-term goals based on a good understanding of management practices; establishes realistic priorities within available resources; provides motivational support; empowers others; assigns decision-making and work functions to others in an appropriate manner to maximize organizational and individual effectiveness. Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. Selection Process Both an updated resume and a cover letter is required to be attached to your application in the "attachments" section. The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interview and the selected candidate will be required to successfully complete the background investigation by the City of San José Police Department. Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third-party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose's website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers . The application deadline is 11:59 PM on August 9 , 2024. Please allow adequate time to complete the application and submit before the deadline or the system may not save your application. If your online application was successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, please email CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov and we will research the status of your application. If you have any questions regarding the duties for this position or the recruitment process, please contact Anthony Vu by email at Anthony1.Vu@sanjoseca.gov .
City of San Jose
United States, California, San Jose
The City of San José, the Capital of Silicon Valley, is one of the nation's best managed cities and one of the top ten cities in which to live work and do business. Moreover, San José is the center of cultural government and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San José have embraced the following values: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect and Celebration. The salary range for Office Specialist I/II is approximately $54,075.84 - $70,390.32 annually. This amount includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates' qualifications and experience. This is a class-based recruitment. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for Office Specialist I/II will be added to the active Qualified Candidate Group and contacted when a department-specific vacancy becomes available. This candidate pool will supersede any active list. If you are in the current Qualified Candidate Group, you will need to reapply in order to be considered for future vacancies. The City of San Jose invites applications for the classification of Office Specialist I/II. Office Specialists perform, under close supervision, a variety of routine clerical tasks, including: typing, filing, answering phones, maintaining files, providing information and customer service to the public and city employees; and operating a variety of office equipment, including computers for word processing and data entry. Current City of San Jose Office Specialists must apply to this recruitment to be considered for future transfer opportunities. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment. DUTY NO. TYPICAL CLASS ESSENTIAL DUTIES : (These duties and estimated frequency are a representative sample; position assignments may vary depending on the business needs of the department.) Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: FREQUENCY* 1. Provides customer service, including acting as a receptionist; refers individuals to the appropriate staff member; gives out a variety of information and written materials; customers may be employees, the public or other departments; helps the public fill out standard forms, responds to complaints by providing information or ensuring that individuals are properly referred to someone who can assist them. Daily/Several Times 2. Answers telephone calls, takes messages, and refers telephone calls to appropriate person; answers questions and provides a variety of information over the telephone. Daily/Several Times 3. Operates and utilizes a variety of standard office equipment, including but not limited to computers, printers, scanners, phones, calculators, fax, software programs, and accounting machines and equipment. Daily/Several Times 4. Opens, sorts, and distributes mail. Daily/Several Times 5. Performs data entry and types documents, including utilization of word processing, spreadsheets, database systems, presentation and types of software; reviews documents for accuracy. Daily/Several Times 6. Processes and submits meeting requests, responds to requests as necessary, utilizing multiple software tools. Daily/Several Times 7. Assembles and verifies data and information in reports, records and databases; gathers basic information and data from other sources such as other departments, or outside agencies; prepares summaries, tabulations, or reports of data and information . Daily 8. Sets up basic filing systems and procedures; maintains and updates files, forms, records, inventories and documents, including complex files such as those of a legal or technical nature; updates logs and tracking systems; retrieves records and documents as requested. Daily 9. Codes items for posting, entering or listing; enters billing agreements and data into the financial management system; makes arithmetical calculations; maintains diversified records, including employee time and assignment records. Daily 10. Orders, maintains and issues supplies. Daily 11. Receives cash payments and makes change; proves and balances cash receipts; pays invoices; takes checks to the cashier. Daily 12. May assist in the training of less experienced workers. Intermittent 13. Prepares and drafts basic memoranda, correspondence, meeting notes and related forms, records or documents; compares a variety of documents such as purchase orders, receiving clips and others to check for arithmetical accuracy and general completeness. Intermittent 14. Performs other related duties as required. As Required *Frequency defined as Daily/Several Times, Daily, Weekly, Intermittent, or As Required Office Specialist I and II Education: Completion of high school or equivalent (General Education Development (GED) Test or California Proficiency Certificate). Office Specialist II Experience: One (1) year of experience in office clerical work. Acceptable Substitution A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience. Incumbents may be required to have different combinations of the listed qualifications, or more specific job-related qualifications depending on the position. Basic Competencies (Needed at entry into the job in order to perform the essential duties.) Job Expertise - D emonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel. Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. Customer Service - Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor. Flexibility - Makes effective decisions and achieves desired results in the midst of major changes in responsibilities, work processes, timeframes, performance expectations, organizational culture, or work environment. Multi-Tasking - Can handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or curre
nt position(s). Reliability - Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate. Selection Process: The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews . You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Anthony Vu at Anthony1.Vu@sanjoseca.gov The application deadline is on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 11:59 PM. Please allow adequate time to complete the application and submit before the deadline or the system may not save your application. If your online application was successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, please email CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov and we will research the status of your application. Please contact Human Resources at (408) 535-1285, or Human.Resources@sanjoseca.gov if you have any questions.
Jul 17, 2024
Full Time
The City of San José, the Capital of Silicon Valley, is one of the nation's best managed cities and one of the top ten cities in which to live work and do business. Moreover, San José is the center of cultural government and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San José have embraced the following values: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect and Celebration. The salary range for Office Specialist I/II is approximately $54,075.84 - $70,390.32 annually. This amount includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates' qualifications and experience. This is a class-based recruitment. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for Office Specialist I/II will be added to the active Qualified Candidate Group and contacted when a department-specific vacancy becomes available. This candidate pool will supersede any active list. If you are in the current Qualified Candidate Group, you will need to reapply in order to be considered for future vacancies. The City of San Jose invites applications for the classification of Office Specialist I/II. Office Specialists perform, under close supervision, a variety of routine clerical tasks, including: typing, filing, answering phones, maintaining files, providing information and customer service to the public and city employees; and operating a variety of office equipment, including computers for word processing and data entry. Current City of San Jose Office Specialists must apply to this recruitment to be considered for future transfer opportunities. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment. DUTY NO. TYPICAL CLASS ESSENTIAL DUTIES : (These duties and estimated frequency are a representative sample; position assignments may vary depending on the business needs of the department.) Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: FREQUENCY* 1. Provides customer service, including acting as a receptionist; refers individuals to the appropriate staff member; gives out a variety of information and written materials; customers may be employees, the public or other departments; helps the public fill out standard forms, responds to complaints by providing information or ensuring that individuals are properly referred to someone who can assist them. Daily/Several Times 2. Answers telephone calls, takes messages, and refers telephone calls to appropriate person; answers questions and provides a variety of information over the telephone. Daily/Several Times 3. Operates and utilizes a variety of standard office equipment, including but not limited to computers, printers, scanners, phones, calculators, fax, software programs, and accounting machines and equipment. Daily/Several Times 4. Opens, sorts, and distributes mail. Daily/Several Times 5. Performs data entry and types documents, including utilization of word processing, spreadsheets, database systems, presentation and types of software; reviews documents for accuracy. Daily/Several Times 6. Processes and submits meeting requests, responds to requests as necessary, utilizing multiple software tools. Daily/Several Times 7. Assembles and verifies data and information in reports, records and databases; gathers basic information and data from other sources such as other departments, or outside agencies; prepares summaries, tabulations, or reports of data and information . Daily 8. Sets up basic filing systems and procedures; maintains and updates files, forms, records, inventories and documents, including complex files such as those of a legal or technical nature; updates logs and tracking systems; retrieves records and documents as requested. Daily 9. Codes items for posting, entering or listing; enters billing agreements and data into the financial management system; makes arithmetical calculations; maintains diversified records, including employee time and assignment records. Daily 10. Orders, maintains and issues supplies. Daily 11. Receives cash payments and makes change; proves and balances cash receipts; pays invoices; takes checks to the cashier. Daily 12. May assist in the training of less experienced workers. Intermittent 13. Prepares and drafts basic memoranda, correspondence, meeting notes and related forms, records or documents; compares a variety of documents such as purchase orders, receiving clips and others to check for arithmetical accuracy and general completeness. Intermittent 14. Performs other related duties as required. As Required *Frequency defined as Daily/Several Times, Daily, Weekly, Intermittent, or As Required Office Specialist I and II Education: Completion of high school or equivalent (General Education Development (GED) Test or California Proficiency Certificate). Office Specialist II Experience: One (1) year of experience in office clerical work. Acceptable Substitution A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience. Incumbents may be required to have different combinations of the listed qualifications, or more specific job-related qualifications depending on the position. Basic Competencies (Needed at entry into the job in order to perform the essential duties.) Job Expertise - D emonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel. Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. Customer Service - Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor. Flexibility - Makes effective decisions and achieves desired results in the midst of major changes in responsibilities, work processes, timeframes, performance expectations, organizational culture, or work environment. Multi-Tasking - Can handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or curre
nt position(s). Reliability - Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate. Selection Process: The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews . You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Anthony Vu at Anthony1.Vu@sanjoseca.gov The application deadline is on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 11:59 PM. Please allow adequate time to complete the application and submit before the deadline or the system may not save your application. If your online application was successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, please email CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov and we will research the status of your application. Please contact Human Resources at (408) 535-1285, or Human.Resources@sanjoseca.gov if you have any questions.
City of San Jose
United States, California, San Jose
Are you ready to join a team that is "Building Community Through Fun?" Are you ready to make a difference?? The City of San José's Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services (PRNS) is looking for people who want to make San José a better place to live and work. Our mission is to connect people through parks, recreation and neighborhood services for an active San José. ActivateSJ, PRNS's 20-year strategic plan identifies the approach and projects to support healthy communities that inspire belonging by following the guiding principles of Stewardship, Nature, Equity & Access, Identity and Public Life. The Department creates and activates thriving places near where people live and work. These places are destinations for play and learning with 48 community centers, 10 regional parks, 209 neighborhood parks, Happy Hollow Park & Zoo , and over 60 miles of trails. Our programs and services touch the lives of individuals and families in our community. We take public service seriously by working hard to earn the public's trust by delivering fun and high-value spaces and programs. Our team is collaborative, supportive, and innovative. We are a fast-paced organization that takes decisive action after thoughtful planning. For more information, please visit activatesj.org . The BeautifySJ is a blight reduction, neighborhood beautification, and encampment management program within the Community Services Division of the Parks, Recreation, and Neighborhood Services Department. BeautifySJ Programs include the Graffiti Removal Program, Illegal Dumping Program, Neighborhood Dumpster Day Program, Neighborhood Litter Program, Recreational Vehicle Pollution Prevention Program, Encampment Trash Removal Program, Encampment Abatement Program, Clean Gateways, and Cash for Trash Program.The Parks, Recreation, and Neighborhood Services Department is currently seeking to fill four (4) full-time Community Coordinator vacancies in the Community Services Division. Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: - Identifies, evaluates, and analyzes the needs of a targeted community/program area. -Working in homeless encampments, opportunity neighborhoods, blight reduction programs or schools to provide services to vulnerable populations. Conducts neighborhood surveys and needs assessments; analyzes the information to assist in developing community programs to meet the needs and interests of the neighborhoods served on a continuing basis. - Attempts to resolve neighborhood disputes, grievances, and other related social problems and takes appropriate action. - Initiates, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with schools, agencies, businesses, and community groups. - Supervises employees through training, assigning, and monitoring work. - Recommends employment, retention, promotion, and demotion, and completes performance evaluations. - Coordinates agencies and service provider program activities, keeping them informed and actively involved in program formulation. - Monitors project budgets and assumes responsibility for setting priorities to meet the needs of the intended area. - Develops and coordinates a volunteer community program in conjunction with community activities. - May supervise neighborhood service centers. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment. Education: Two (2) years of course work at an accredited college or university, including courses in social science Experience: Three (3) years of experience in work concerned with the improvement of inter-group relations, delinquency or homeless prevention, public health, youth or social development, or involvement in blight reduction or community safety programs. Acceptable Substitutions: Additional related experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis. Certifications: Possession of a valid driver's license authorizing operation of a motor vehicle in the State of California.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, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. Communication Skills - 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. Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel. Teamwork and Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. Social Awareness - Demonstrates the ability to read or sense other people's emotions and how they influence the situation of interest or concern; demonstrates empathy and organizational awareness. Problem Solving - Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome. Other Skills, Knowledge, Abilities Knowledge of the availability of social services from State, local and Federal agencies as they pertain to working in neighborhoods, homeless encampments, or school settings The current Community Coordinator positions are with the BeautifySJ Program and will include delivering services to homeless populations in homeless encampments. The ideal candidate will have experience working with vulnerable populations to better communities (both housed and unhoused) and improve quality of life. Candidates should expect to work in the field ninety percent of their time supervising the delivery of services. This is not a work from home or hybrid position. Selection Process: The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Taylor Pawlik at Taylor.Pawlik@sanjoseca.gov .
Jul 14, 2024
Full Time
Are you ready to join a team that is "Building Community Through Fun?" Are you ready to make a difference?? The City of San José's Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services (PRNS) is looking for people who want to make San José a better place to live and work. Our mission is to connect people through parks, recreation and neighborhood services for an active San José. ActivateSJ, PRNS's 20-year strategic plan identifies the approach and projects to support healthy communities that inspire belonging by following the guiding principles of Stewardship, Nature, Equity & Access, Identity and Public Life. The Department creates and activates thriving places near where people live and work. These places are destinations for play and learning with 48 community centers, 10 regional parks, 209 neighborhood parks, Happy Hollow Park & Zoo , and over 60 miles of trails. Our programs and services touch the lives of individuals and families in our community. We take public service seriously by working hard to earn the public's trust by delivering fun and high-value spaces and programs. Our team is collaborative, supportive, and innovative. We are a fast-paced organization that takes decisive action after thoughtful planning. For more information, please visit activatesj.org . The BeautifySJ is a blight reduction, neighborhood beautification, and encampment management program within the Community Services Division of the Parks, Recreation, and Neighborhood Services Department. BeautifySJ Programs include the Graffiti Removal Program, Illegal Dumping Program, Neighborhood Dumpster Day Program, Neighborhood Litter Program, Recreational Vehicle Pollution Prevention Program, Encampment Trash Removal Program, Encampment Abatement Program, Clean Gateways, and Cash for Trash Program.The Parks, Recreation, and Neighborhood Services Department is currently seeking to fill four (4) full-time Community Coordinator vacancies in the Community Services Division. Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: - Identifies, evaluates, and analyzes the needs of a targeted community/program area. -Working in homeless encampments, opportunity neighborhoods, blight reduction programs or schools to provide services to vulnerable populations. Conducts neighborhood surveys and needs assessments; analyzes the information to assist in developing community programs to meet the needs and interests of the neighborhoods served on a continuing basis. - Attempts to resolve neighborhood disputes, grievances, and other related social problems and takes appropriate action. - Initiates, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with schools, agencies, businesses, and community groups. - Supervises employees through training, assigning, and monitoring work. - Recommends employment, retention, promotion, and demotion, and completes performance evaluations. - Coordinates agencies and service provider program activities, keeping them informed and actively involved in program formulation. - Monitors project budgets and assumes responsibility for setting priorities to meet the needs of the intended area. - Develops and coordinates a volunteer community program in conjunction with community activities. - May supervise neighborhood service centers. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment. Education: Two (2) years of course work at an accredited college or university, including courses in social science Experience: Three (3) years of experience in work concerned with the improvement of inter-group relations, delinquency or homeless prevention, public health, youth or social development, or involvement in blight reduction or community safety programs. Acceptable Substitutions: Additional related experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis. Certifications: Possession of a valid driver's license authorizing operation of a motor vehicle in the State of California.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, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. Communication Skills - 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. Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel. Teamwork and Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. Social Awareness - Demonstrates the ability to read or sense other people's emotions and how they influence the situation of interest or concern; demonstrates empathy and organizational awareness. Problem Solving - Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome. Other Skills, Knowledge, Abilities Knowledge of the availability of social services from State, local and Federal agencies as they pertain to working in neighborhoods, homeless encampments, or school settings The current Community Coordinator positions are with the BeautifySJ Program and will include delivering services to homeless populations in homeless encampments. The ideal candidate will have experience working with vulnerable populations to better communities (both housed and unhoused) and improve quality of life. Candidates should expect to work in the field ninety percent of their time supervising the delivery of services. This is not a work from home or hybrid position. Selection Process: The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Taylor Pawlik at Taylor.Pawlik@sanjoseca.gov .
City of San Jose
United States, California, San Jose
The City of San José, the Capital of Silicon Valley, is one of the nation's best managed cities and one of the top cities in which to live, work, and do business. Moreover, San José is the center of cultural, government and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San José have embraced the following values: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect, and Celebration. The City's Public Works Department is seeking an individual whose values align with the values of the City's employees. The Department of Public Works is responsible for delivering capital improvement projects for a wide variety of City facilities and infrastructure, maintaining City facilities and fleet assets, facilitating , and regulating development activities, and providing animal care and services. The Department is committed to high-quality service, partnering with the community, and providing an excellent environment in which to work . The total hourly range for this classification is $20.55 - $25.01/hour. The Public Works Department is recruiting to fill the Event Services Representative ( Recreation Leader - Part Time Unbenefited ) position to support the coordination of events occurring at City Hall. The ideal candidate s will possess a high level of professionalism, excellent customer service skills, and a strong work ethic. The position requires excellent judgment, initiative, independence, integrity, organizational skills, flexibility, and written and verbal communication skills. Event Services Representatives assist in monitoring and providing customer/client support for special events . Event Services Representatives may be required to provide technical assistance and set up of equipment on day of event, assist in resolving customer issues and complaints, and respond to emergency situations during events. The on-site Event Services Representative coordinates with event staff such as ushers, ticket takers, security, crowd control, outside contractors, and performs facility safety checks which may include enforcing Safety and Fire Marshall Regulations. Due to the nature of the job responsibilities, Event Services Representative s must be able to: Work extended/irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed . Stand and/or walk for extended periods of time . Lift and carry items weighing between 25 and 50 pounds on an as needed basis . Comprehend verbal and written instructions . Prepare event reports . A post-offer pre-employment TB test may be conducted by City of San Jos é Employee Health Services. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment. Education : Completion of high school or equivalent (General Education Development (GED) Test or California Proficiency Certificate). Experience : None Acceptable Substitution : None Required Licensing A valid First Aid certificate is required and must be maintained . Must provide proof of a valid certificate or will need to obtain a certificate within one (1) year of hire. This requirement does not apply to seasonal hires. A valid CPR certificate is required and must be maintained . Must provide proof of a valid certificate or will need to obtain a certificate within six (6) months of hire. This requirement does not apply to seasonal hires. Necessary Special Qualification : Those applicants in their last semester of high school are permitted to apply, but will be required to provide proof of graduation prior to obtaining a work assignment. The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. D esirable competencies for this position include: Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices , Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. Communication Skills - 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. Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel. Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. Customer Service - Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor. Initiative - Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting jo b objectiv es ; anticipat es problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties b y planning ahe ad ; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance. Problem Solving - Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome. Selection Process : The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Britney Mesa at britney.mesa@sanjoseca.gov.
Jul 13, 2024
Full Time
The City of San José, the Capital of Silicon Valley, is one of the nation's best managed cities and one of the top cities in which to live, work, and do business. Moreover, San José is the center of cultural, government and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San José have embraced the following values: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect, and Celebration. The City's Public Works Department is seeking an individual whose values align with the values of the City's employees. The Department of Public Works is responsible for delivering capital improvement projects for a wide variety of City facilities and infrastructure, maintaining City facilities and fleet assets, facilitating , and regulating development activities, and providing animal care and services. The Department is committed to high-quality service, partnering with the community, and providing an excellent environment in which to work . The total hourly range for this classification is $20.55 - $25.01/hour. The Public Works Department is recruiting to fill the Event Services Representative ( Recreation Leader - Part Time Unbenefited ) position to support the coordination of events occurring at City Hall. The ideal candidate s will possess a high level of professionalism, excellent customer service skills, and a strong work ethic. The position requires excellent judgment, initiative, independence, integrity, organizational skills, flexibility, and written and verbal communication skills. Event Services Representatives assist in monitoring and providing customer/client support for special events . Event Services Representatives may be required to provide technical assistance and set up of equipment on day of event, assist in resolving customer issues and complaints, and respond to emergency situations during events. The on-site Event Services Representative coordinates with event staff such as ushers, ticket takers, security, crowd control, outside contractors, and performs facility safety checks which may include enforcing Safety and Fire Marshall Regulations. Due to the nature of the job responsibilities, Event Services Representative s must be able to: Work extended/irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed . Stand and/or walk for extended periods of time . Lift and carry items weighing between 25 and 50 pounds on an as needed basis . Comprehend verbal and written instructions . Prepare event reports . A post-offer pre-employment TB test may be conducted by City of San Jos é Employee Health Services. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment. Education : Completion of high school or equivalent (General Education Development (GED) Test or California Proficiency Certificate). Experience : None Acceptable Substitution : None Required Licensing A valid First Aid certificate is required and must be maintained . Must provide proof of a valid certificate or will need to obtain a certificate within one (1) year of hire. This requirement does not apply to seasonal hires. A valid CPR certificate is required and must be maintained . Must provide proof of a valid certificate or will need to obtain a certificate within six (6) months of hire. This requirement does not apply to seasonal hires. Necessary Special Qualification : Those applicants in their last semester of high school are permitted to apply, but will be required to provide proof of graduation prior to obtaining a work assignment. The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. D esirable competencies for this position include: Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices , Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. Communication Skills - 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. Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel. Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. Customer Service - Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor. Initiative - Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting jo b objectiv es ; anticipat es problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties b y planning ahe ad ; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance. Problem Solving - Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome. Selection Process : The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Britney Mesa at britney.mesa@sanjoseca.gov.
City of San Jose
United States, California, San Jose
The Office of the City Attorney is committed to providing excellent legal services, consistent with the highest professional and ethical standards, to the City with the goal of protecting and advancing its interests in serving the people of San José. The Office is seeking an experienced individual to perform supervisory and administrative work in the management of legal support staff and services. This position is responsible for performing a variety of duties requiring both sound judgment and analytical skills. Knowledge and experience with Public Records Act requests, claims investigations, information technology systems, human resources, and budget are desired. The successful candidate will also have strong writing, communication, supervisory, and interpersonal skills. Education Successful completion of a Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited college or university. Experience Ten years of increasingly responsible legal support and/or administrative work experience. Supervisory experience preferred. Acceptable Substitutions Possession of a Paralegal certificate may be substituted for one year of the education or experience requirement. Licenses/Certificates Possession of a valid California Driver's License.
Jul 12, 2024
Full Time
The Office of the City Attorney is committed to providing excellent legal services, consistent with the highest professional and ethical standards, to the City with the goal of protecting and advancing its interests in serving the people of San José. The Office is seeking an experienced individual to perform supervisory and administrative work in the management of legal support staff and services. This position is responsible for performing a variety of duties requiring both sound judgment and analytical skills. Knowledge and experience with Public Records Act requests, claims investigations, information technology systems, human resources, and budget are desired. The successful candidate will also have strong writing, communication, supervisory, and interpersonal skills. Education Successful completion of a Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited college or university. Experience Ten years of increasingly responsible legal support and/or administrative work experience. Supervisory experience preferred. Acceptable Substitutions Possession of a Paralegal certificate may be substituted for one year of the education or experience requirement. Licenses/Certificates Possession of a valid California Driver's License.
City of San Jose
United States, California, San Jose
The award-winning San José Public Library (SJPL) consists of more than 600 employees, a 23% bilingual workforce, and has 24 branch libraries across San José, in addition to the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library, which is the city's main library jointly operated through a unique partnership with San José State University. SJPL serves a diverse community of roughly one-million residents and currently has nearly 700,000 library members. It annually attracts over 6 million visitors (pre-pandemic) and circulates more than 8 million items per year. Over the past few years, SJPL has cultivated a 21st century library experience dedicated to public service and committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion at the core. In addition to providing library services to the community, SJPL proudly leads two citywide initiatives - the Education and Digital Literacy Strategy and the SJ Access digital equity initiative, which has become the number one provider of free public access to Wi-Fi connectivity, tech device lending, and multi-lingual digital literacy programs and support. SJPL is led by Jill Bourne, City Librarian, who was nationally recognized in 2017 as Library Journal's "Librarian of the Year." SJPL enriches lives by fostering lifelong learning and ensuring that every member of the community has access to a vast array of ideas and information. The library department is a place where people do great work and make a difference in our community. To see examples of SJPL's work and learn more about its impact, visit www.sjpl.org. Join us to make a difference!The salary range for Warehouse Worker classification is: $60,758.88 - $76,854.96 Annually All ranges include an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate's qualifications and experience. The Library Department is currently recruiting to fill one (1) Warehouse Worker position in the Logistics Unit. The key responsibilities of the Warehouse Worker may include but are not limited to: Operating a box truck, completing a daily predetermined scheduled delivery route that includes transport and retrieval, physically loading and unloading assigned delivery truck of library material. Delivery route includes stops at 8-12 library branches within an established timeframe. Warehouse Workers also maintain transportation logs and vehicle inspection reports daily. Warehouse Workers are assigned a delivery route of several branches and are responsible for loading, driving, and unloading a delivery box truck at a loading dock and at multiple locations using a powered lift gate. Duties include receiving of various materials, distribution of mail, interdepartmental deliveries, unpacking and sorting items, lifting and carrying moderately heavy or bulky items; maintaining records and preparing reports; operating and maintaining trucks, forklifts, pallet jacks including electric pallet jacks, carts, hand trucks, and specialized materials handling equipment, reporting any malfunctions with the vehicle and any service issues as required to the supervisor. Warehouse Workers must be able to follow directions to make planned deliveries on time, have knowledge of basic truck maintenance requirements and know when to report any vehicle issues, and must be able to perform duties unsupervised while on the route and be able to make decisions regarding traffic situations, emergencies on the road, and possibly, alternate routes as needed. Occasional assignments include transporting, assembling, maintaining, and making minor repairs to furniture. Additionally, at times this position may drive the Maker-Space-Ship. The Maker-Space-Ship is an innovative 38' foot, mobile recreational vehicle (RV) STEM lab and workshop, with a capacity of 20 library users, and provides a variety of tools, including technology, media, video, craft and hardware supplies. The position is assigned to the Logistics Unit of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library. The Logistics Unit provides service to all branches of the San Jose Public Library System and the position requires driving a delivery box truck. The Logistics Unit hours of operation are between 6:00 AM and 4:30 PM, including working Saturdays and Sunday's on a rotational basis. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment. The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include: Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. Computer Skills - MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel. Customer Service - Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor. Flexibility - Makes effective decisions and achieves desired results in the midst of major changes in responsibilities, work processes, timeframes, performance expectations, organizational culture, or work environment. Initiative - Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance. Multitasking - Can handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or current position(s). Problem Solving - Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome. Reliability - Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate. Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Warehouse Worker I Education: Completion of high school or equivalent (General Educational Development (GED) Test or California Proficiency Certificate) Experience: One (1) year of experience performing shipping, receiving, delivery, issuing, and inventory control in a large warehouse facility similar to those of the City of San Jose. Warehouse Worker II Education: Completion of high school or equivalent (General Educational Development (GED) Test or California Proficiency Certificate) Experience: Two (2) years performing receiving, issuing, shipping, computer inventory control and related warehouse duties in a large warehousing facility. Required Licenses Required license: A Valid California Class C Driver's License. Selection Process: The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Jennifer Macias at Jennifer.Macias1@sanjoseca.gov . Work Shift: Time range (6:00 AM and 4:30 PM), including working Saturdays and Sunday's on a rotational basis.
Jul 12, 2024
Full Time
The award-winning San José Public Library (SJPL) consists of more than 600 employees, a 23% bilingual workforce, and has 24 branch libraries across San José, in addition to the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library, which is the city's main library jointly operated through a unique partnership with San José State University. SJPL serves a diverse community of roughly one-million residents and currently has nearly 700,000 library members. It annually attracts over 6 million visitors (pre-pandemic) and circulates more than 8 million items per year. Over the past few years, SJPL has cultivated a 21st century library experience dedicated to public service and committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion at the core. In addition to providing library services to the community, SJPL proudly leads two citywide initiatives - the Education and Digital Literacy Strategy and the SJ Access digital equity initiative, which has become the number one provider of free public access to Wi-Fi connectivity, tech device lending, and multi-lingual digital literacy programs and support. SJPL is led by Jill Bourne, City Librarian, who was nationally recognized in 2017 as Library Journal's "Librarian of the Year." SJPL enriches lives by fostering lifelong learning and ensuring that every member of the community has access to a vast array of ideas and information. The library department is a place where people do great work and make a difference in our community. To see examples of SJPL's work and learn more about its impact, visit www.sjpl.org. Join us to make a difference!The salary range for Warehouse Worker classification is: $60,758.88 - $76,854.96 Annually All ranges include an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate's qualifications and experience. The Library Department is currently recruiting to fill one (1) Warehouse Worker position in the Logistics Unit. The key responsibilities of the Warehouse Worker may include but are not limited to: Operating a box truck, completing a daily predetermined scheduled delivery route that includes transport and retrieval, physically loading and unloading assigned delivery truck of library material. Delivery route includes stops at 8-12 library branches within an established timeframe. Warehouse Workers also maintain transportation logs and vehicle inspection reports daily. Warehouse Workers are assigned a delivery route of several branches and are responsible for loading, driving, and unloading a delivery box truck at a loading dock and at multiple locations using a powered lift gate. Duties include receiving of various materials, distribution of mail, interdepartmental deliveries, unpacking and sorting items, lifting and carrying moderately heavy or bulky items; maintaining records and preparing reports; operating and maintaining trucks, forklifts, pallet jacks including electric pallet jacks, carts, hand trucks, and specialized materials handling equipment, reporting any malfunctions with the vehicle and any service issues as required to the supervisor. Warehouse Workers must be able to follow directions to make planned deliveries on time, have knowledge of basic truck maintenance requirements and know when to report any vehicle issues, and must be able to perform duties unsupervised while on the route and be able to make decisions regarding traffic situations, emergencies on the road, and possibly, alternate routes as needed. Occasional assignments include transporting, assembling, maintaining, and making minor repairs to furniture. Additionally, at times this position may drive the Maker-Space-Ship. The Maker-Space-Ship is an innovative 38' foot, mobile recreational vehicle (RV) STEM lab and workshop, with a capacity of 20 library users, and provides a variety of tools, including technology, media, video, craft and hardware supplies. The position is assigned to the Logistics Unit of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library. The Logistics Unit provides service to all branches of the San Jose Public Library System and the position requires driving a delivery box truck. The Logistics Unit hours of operation are between 6:00 AM and 4:30 PM, including working Saturdays and Sunday's on a rotational basis. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment. The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include: Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. Computer Skills - MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel. Customer Service - Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor. Flexibility - Makes effective decisions and achieves desired results in the midst of major changes in responsibilities, work processes, timeframes, performance expectations, organizational culture, or work environment. Initiative - Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance. Multitasking - Can handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or current position(s). Problem Solving - Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome. Reliability - Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate. Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Warehouse Worker I Education: Completion of high school or equivalent (General Educational Development (GED) Test or California Proficiency Certificate) Experience: One (1) year of experience performing shipping, receiving, delivery, issuing, and inventory control in a large warehouse facility similar to those of the City of San Jose. Warehouse Worker II Education: Completion of high school or equivalent (General Educational Development (GED) Test or California Proficiency Certificate) Experience: Two (2) years performing receiving, issuing, shipping, computer inventory control and related warehouse duties in a large warehousing facility. Required Licenses Required license: A Valid California Class C Driver's License. Selection Process: The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Jennifer Macias at Jennifer.Macias1@sanjoseca.gov . Work Shift: Time range (6:00 AM and 4:30 PM), including working Saturdays and Sunday's on a rotational basis.
