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ABOUT US At the City of Santa Barbara, the best part of our organization is our people. As a City of Santa Barbara employee, you will work in an environment with other motivated individuals who are passionate about their work. We strive to provide employees with the support they need to thrive. Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here. The Santa Barbara Airport As the Tri-County region's "Airport of Choice", Santa Barbara Airport will be self-sustaining, exceed expectations for safety and quality service, and meet the air transportation and economic development needs of its customers and partners. Read more about the Airport Department here. BENEFITS THE POSITION Under general supervision performs custodial duties in keeping assigned facilities clean and orderly. Performs a variety of custodial duties; sweeps, scrubs, mops, and buffs floors, stairs, and hallways; vacuums and shampoos carpets; dusts, polishes and cleans tables and counters; cleans and sanitizes restroom facilities and related fixtures, and replenishes restroom supplies; washes windows, mirrors, and walls; operates floor scrubber, carpet extractor, burnisher, vacuum and other custodial equipment; washes tables and chairs; empties, cleans, and sanitizes all trash receptacles; cleans, sanitizes and disinfects surfaces; performs specialized projects such as restoration programs on floors, walls, ceilings, furniture, and other items; monitors inventory of custodial supplies; performs light grounds maintenance assignments; answers questions from employees and the public in a courteous manner; may train new employees; and does other work as assigned. Must be able to work varying shifts including weekends, evenings, graveyards, and holidays. Position is eligible for additional shift differential pay when working swing shifts, graveyard shifts, or weekend shifts. Swing shifts and weekend shifts receive an additional $1.50/hour; graveyard shifts receive an additional $3.00/hour. Current vacancy exists in the Airport Department. This list may also be used to fill future vacancies in various departments. EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS Knowledge of:Care and use of common cleaning tools, equipment and chemical solutions; cleaning methods and other custodial procedures including sweeping, stripping, waxing, buffing, vacuuming, shampooing carpets, dusting and polishing. Ability to:Apply cleaning methods and other custodial procedures to maintain facility; follow simple oral and written instructions; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships; follow prescribed routine in keeping assigned facilities clean and orderly; maintain all supply receptacles; answer questions from employees, customers and the public in a courteous manner; move office furniture; train new employees; and work independently. License Requirements:Applicant is required to possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment. Physical Standards:Positions in this class require frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs. and occasionally up to 50 lbs.; climbing ladders; stooping, kneeling, reaching, crouching, and crawling to clean floors; handles cleaning equipment. Must be able to work around undesirable odor and fume conditions. Criminal Background Investigation:Applicants for positions at the Airport must successfully complete a fingerprint and criminal history background check administered by the Airport. SELECTION PROCESS You must complete and submit the attached supplemental questionnaire with your application. It is important that your application and supplemental questionnaire show all relevant education, training, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities that you possess that qualify you for this position. Applications and supplemental questionnaires may be rejected if incomplete. All applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed and the most qualified will be invited to continue in the selection process. The selection process may consist of a written exam, oral exam, practical exam, and/or application/questionnaire rating. Those candidates receiving a passing score will have their names placed on the eligibility list. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email and spam regularly throughout the recruitment process. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails. CITY APPLICATION AND RESPONSES TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE MUST BE RECEIVED BY 5:30 PM ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2025.

$79,003 - $91,547 Annually (Additional $214 to $316 / month for EMD* Certification) The Hiring Bonus has been discontinued until further notice, effective April 1, 2020 INCENTIVES * $138 to $277/mo Shift Differential * $110 to $222/mo Bilingual Pay * $863/yr Uniform Allowance * City Paid Medical, Dental & Vision * City Paid Life Insurance $50,000 * 4/10 Work Schedule, 3 Days Off Per Week * Flexible Medical And Dependent Care Plans * Deferred Compensation Plans * City Paid Vacation, Holiday, And Sick Leave * City Paid Retiree Medical Contribution * City Paid Formal Training This is an unclassified trainee position. Under supervision, incumbents are trained to answer and process all incoming emergency and non-emergency requests for police, fire, and medical assistance. Operate a Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system, video display terminals, and associated equipment. Evaluate the information and create a CAD system incident, or provide information to the caller or transfer the call to the proper emergency service provider. Analyze situations accurately and take effective action to help assure officer safety. Monitor and maintain status of assigned public safety personnel and equipment; initiate fire equipment move-ups to ensure adequate citywide fire protection. Determine nature, priority, and disposition of calls. Inquire, interpret, verify, receive, and disseminate information from law enforcement computer networks relating to wanted persons, stolen property, and vehicle registration. May be required to provide the public with basic first aid and pre-arrival instructions during medical emergencies following the established Emergency Medical Dispatch* (EMD) protocols. Perform other duties as required. The Combined Communications Center is a 24-hour facility located at the Police Department. Incumbents must be available to work weekends, holidays, call back, standby, and rotating shifts. The current shifts are: Day Shift 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Evening Shift 4:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.; and Night Shift 7:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Shifts are rotated every 6 months. For applicants who have passed the simulation examination and would like to participate in the Police Department Dispatcher observation tour, call the Communication Center Shift Supervisor at **************. EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS Ability to: Follow oral and written instructions; learn police and fire radio operations and procedures, local streets, police beats, fire districts, the classifications of crimes and recognition of common police and fire codes in order to obtain information from the public, initiate a response, and accurately record information; remember instructions and information; clearly and tactfully communicate factual information to citizens; question callers while simultaneously typing information into a computer terminal. Establish and maintain cooperative working relations with those contacted in the course of work. Skill in: Operating a computer terminal; listening and speaking clearly and responding quickly and accurately to emergency and routine requests for assistance. Desirable Qualifications: Spanish-speaking skills; coursework in criminal justice or communications; public contact experience. SELECTION PROCESS THE SELECTION PROCESS MAY CONSIST OF: * Simulation Exam * Oral Interview * Department Background Interview * Background Investigation * Polygraph * Psychological Evaluation * Medical Examination and Drug Screening Candidates must successfully complete each phase of the selection process in order to be scheduled for subsequent phases. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION APPLICATIONS, WITH THE ATTACHED ACKNOWLEDGMENT FORM SIGNED, ARE ACCEPTED ON A CONTINUOUS BASIS. NOTE: APPLICATIONS MAY BE REJECTED IF INCOMPLETE. The City of Santa Barbara is an Equal Opportunity Employer- and we encourage all persons to apply.

Equipment Operator II positions operate "medium class" construction equipment such as combination backhoes, loaders, bulldozers, asphalt distributors, hydraulic excavators, and motor graders to perform skilled construction, maintenance, and repair work in a variety of City departments; complete work requests and report forms; may lead the work of others; and perform other duties as assigned. NOTES: * Eligible benefitted employees originally hired on or after July 10, 2021, will be automatically enrolled in the San Diego City Employees Retirement System (SDCERS). * Some positions may be required to enter and receive work activities in a laptop or tablet. * Some positions may require a Confined Space Certification within six months from date of hire. Employees in this position will be required to maintain the certification as part of condition of employment. * Equipment Operator II employees who operate commercial vehicles are required by California State Law, as a condition of employment, to submit to drug and alcohol testing. Prior to hire, a background check will be completed in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse and with former employers regarding drug and alcohol testing results. You must meet the following requirements on the date you apply, unless otherwise indicated. EXPERIENCE: You must meet ONE of the following options: * One year of full-time experience operating industrial motive equipment similar to equipment operated by Equipment Operator I positions in the City of San Diego such as skip loaders, self-propelled roller compactors, motor graders on rough blade work, backhoes/extendahoe, asphalt distributors, trucks with boom crane combination, compressor trucks, cement mixer trucks, power sewer rodding machines, tractors with gang or rotary mower/turf sweeper combination, compact excavators, flushers, combination cleaners, lowboy (trailer), or other equipment of comparable difficulty. * One year of full-time experience operating "medium class" industrial motive equipment similar to equipment operated by Equipment Operator II positions in the City of San Diego such as D-4 or D-6 class bulldozers, motor graders on skilled blade work, articulating loaders (e.g., Case 621, 721, or larger), backhoes/extendahoe (e.g., Case 580 or larger), or other equipment of comparable difficulty. * Six months of full-time Out-of-Class Assignment (OCA) experience and/or on-the-job training (1040 hours) as an Equipment Operator II with the City of San Diego. NOTES: * Driving the equipment only without actually operating it to perform construction, maintenance, repair, and other intended work is NOT qualifying. * City of San Diego employees using Out-of-Class Assignment (OCA) experience to qualify must submit written documentation signed by their appointing authority or payroll specialist, detailing the work performed, dates, and total number of qualifying OCA hours. OCA experience without the required documentation will NOT be considered. LICENSE: A valid California Class A or B Driver License AND a valid California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) medical certificate dated within the last two years are required at the time hire. NOTES: * Some positions may require a valid California Class A Driver License AND a valid California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) medical certificate dated within the last two years at the time of hire. * Some positions may require a valid Tank Endorsement at the time of hire. * Some positions may require a valid Hazmat Endorsement at the time of hire. HIGHLY DESIRABLE: * Leadership ability/supervisory experience. * Confined Space Certification. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (MUST SUBMIT WITH APPLICATION): * Proof of on-the-job training, if utilized to meet the minimum requirements. * For City of San Diego employees, proof of Out-of-Class Assignment (OCA), if utilized to meet the minimum requirements. Required documents should be attached electronically to your application. If you are unable to attach at the time of application submittal, you must submit them as soon as possible via fax: **************; or to the Employment Information Center: City of San Diego Personnel Department, 1200 Third Avenue - Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92101. Include your name and the title of the position for which you are applying.The screening process will consist of the following components: * APPLICATION REVIEW: Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental questions will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in this initial screening process, your application will be reviewed for applicable education, experience, and/or training to ensure all minimum requirements have been met. * PERFORMANCE TEST: If it is administratively necessary, based upon the number of applications, all qualified applicants will be invited to participate in a performance test. The performance test is a pass/fail examination which consists of the following exercise: Start up, safe operation, and shutdown of a "medium class" combination backhoe. NOTES: * Performance test weight.....100% * Performance Test Date: The performance test will be held the week of January 12th. Approved applicants will be notified regarding the specific date, time, and location. You must have a Performance Test Appointment Notice in order to be admitted to the test. * A valid California Class C Driver License is required to operate the combination backhoe equipment to be used in the performance test. You must present your Class C Driver License at the performance test or you will be disqualified PERFORMANCE TEST WAIVER * If you are currently an Equipment Operator II or Equipment Operator III with the City of San Diego, you do not need to take the performance test. * If you were placed on the eligible list for recruitments T11853; T11903; or T11947 you do not need to take the Performance Test for this recruitment. Candidates who pass the performance test will be placed on a list which will be used to fill position vacancies during the next six months (180 days). For each vacancy, only those candidates with the most appropriate qualifications will be contacted by the hiring department for an interview.PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: Employment offers are conditional pending the results of all screening processes applicable to this position, which may include the following: confirmation of citizenship or legal right to work in the United States; completion of a pre-employment medical review and exam (which may include drug and alcohol testing); reference checks; and fingerprinting. Fingerprints will be submitted to the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice for a conviction record report. Certain positions may require additional screening processes, including a polygraph examination and/or background investigation. All screening processes must be successfully completed before employment begins. A positive test result for alcohol, cannabis/marijuana, illegal drugs, or inadequately explained prescription drugs, or misrepresentation, falsification, or omission of pertinent facts in any step of the screening or selection process, may constitute cause for disqualification or termination of employment. Nothing in this job posting constitutes an express or implied contract for employment with the City of San Diego. Candidates must notify the Personnel Department of any change in their name, mailing address, email address, or phone number, otherwise they may miss employment opportunities.

See NOTE(S) below for future wage increases and/or additional compensation opportunities. Senior Wastewater Operations Supervisor positions plan, assign, supervise and train subordinates in the operation of various City wastewater treatment/water reclamation plants; ensure treatment standards are met; review work in progress and upon completion; perform operational studies of wastewater processes; analyze and recommend operational procedures and the use of equipment and materials; represent the facility during regulatory inspections; conduct plant tours and informational sessions; prepare technical and non-technical reports; evaluate and rate the work performance of subordinates; and perform other duties as assigned. NOTES: * The following special salary wage increase is scheduled to take effect for Senior Wastewater Operations Supervisor: 5% effective 1/1/26. * Eligible benefitted employees originally hired on or after July 10, 2021, will be automatically enrolled in the San Diego City Employees Retirement System (SDCERS). * Senior Wastewater Operations Supervisor employees may be required to work on stand-by, nights, weekends, holidays, and/or unusual shifts for which they may receive 5% additional pay. * Senior Wastewater Operations Supervisor employees may be required to work overtime on a frequent basis. * Wastewater Treatment and Disposal Division may implement a rotation policy for its Senior Wastewater Operations Supervisors. You must meet the following requirements on the date you apply, unless otherwise indicated. CERTIFICATION: A valid Grade IV or higher Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued from the California State Water Resources Control Board. NOTE: * A current Grade V Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate may be required for some positions. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License may be required at the time of hire. NOTE: * You may be required to provide your own vehicle for which mileage will be reimbursed. HIGHLY DESIRABLE: * Two years full-time experience supervising the operations of a wastewater treatment plant. * An Associate's Degree or higher; or an equivalent level community college certificate program in Wastewater Technology or similar course work. * Experience and training on Emerson (Westinghouse) Distributed Control System. * Experience using Distributed Control Systems (DCS); Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA); Wastewater/Water Information Management System (WIMS); Enterprise Resource Program (ERP) such as SAP for asset management. * Experience in the operation of a 1 MGD or higher water/wastewater treatment plant or pump station. * Computer skills. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (MUST SUBMIT WITH APPLICATION): * Proof of a valid Grade IV or higher Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate. Required documents should be attached electronically to your application. If you are unable to attach at the time of application submittal, you must submit them as soon as possible via fax: **************; or to the Employment Information Center: City of San Diego Personnel Department, 1200 Third Avenue - Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92101. Include your name and the title of the position for which you are applying.Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental questions will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in this initial screening process, your application will be reviewed for applicable education, experience, and/or training to ensure all minimum requirements have been met. Successful candidates will be placed on a list which will be used to fill position vacancies during the next six months (180 days). For each vacancy, only those candidates with the most appropriate qualifications will be contacted by the hiring department for an interview.PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: Employment offers are conditional pending the results of all screening processes applicable to this position, which may include the following: confirmation of citizenship or legal right to work in the United States; completion of a pre-employment medical review and exam (which may include drug and alcohol testing); reference checks; and fingerprinting. Fingerprints will be submitted to the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice for a conviction record report. Certain positions may require additional screening processes, including a polygraph examination and/or background investigation. All screening processes must be successfully completed before employment begins. A positive test result for alcohol, cannabis/marijuana, illegal drugs, or inadequately explained prescription drugs, or misrepresentation, falsification, or omission of pertinent facts in any step of the screening or selection process, may constitute cause for disqualification or termination of employment. Nothing in this job posting constitutes an express or implied contract for employment with the City of San Diego. Candidates must notify the Personnel Department of any change in their name, mailing address, email address, or phone number, otherwise they may miss employment opportunities. Rev. 4 - November 14, 2025 (New Recruitment Date)

APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY TO THE FOLLOWING RELATED RECRUITMENT(S): * Librarian I * Librarian III Librarian II positions perform professional librarian work in a branch library or a service area of the Central Library; assist the public in the use of library resources; provide services to children and young adults; review and evaluate the library collection and make recommendations for collection development and maintenance; catalog library books and materials; and perform other duties as assigned. NOTES: * Eligible benefitted employees originally hired on or after July 10, 2021, will be automatically enrolled in the San Diego City Employees Retirement System (SDCERS). * Work schedules may include evenings and weekends. * The list established for these positions may be used to fill full-time and half-time vacancies. * Employees in the Librarian series who obtain a Master of Library Science or Master of Library and Information Science Degree are eligible for 5% additional pay. * Some Librarian II positions may require bilingual communication skills for which an additional $1.40 per hour may be paid. You must meet the following requirements on the date you apply, unless otherwise indicated. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: You must meet ONE of the following options: * Master of Library Science (MLS) or Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) Degree AND one year of full-time experience as a professional Librarian. * Master's Degree accredited by the American Library Association (ALA) AND one year of full-time experience as a professional Librarian. * Master's Degree or equivalent education AND one and a half years of full-time experience as a professional Librarian. * Bachelor's Degree or equivalent education (i.e., minimum completed units = 120 semester/180 quarter), which must include completion of at least 9 semester/14 quarter units of postgraduate or undergraduate library science course work, AND two and a half years of full-time experience as a professional Librarian. NOTES: * Additional qualifying professional experience may be substituted for education lacked on a year-for-year basis. One year of full time experience = 30 semester/45 quarter college-level units. * Six months of full-time paraprofessional Librarian experience may be substituted for a MAXIMUM of six months of the required professional Librarian experience. * Applicants who do not have a MLS, MLIS or ALA-accredited Master's Degree must provide proof of ALL library science course work completed, including the course codes, course titles, number of units, name of college/university and date the course was completed. * Qualifying course work is that which is considered creditable toward the completion of a MLS or MLIS Degree. * City of San Diego employees using Out-of-Class Assignment (OCA) experience to qualify must submit written documentation signed by their appointing authority or payroll specialist, detailing the work performed, dates, and total number of qualifying OCA hours. OCA experience without the required documentation will NOT be considered. HIGHLY DESIRABLE: * Experience working with diverse populations. * Experience working in youth services working with youth in libraries, schools, museums, education centers, day camps and community centers. * Experience managing government resources and documents. * Experience with collection development. * Bilingual communication skills. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (MUST SUBMIT WITH APPLICATION): * Proof of degree, if utilized to meet the minimum requirements. * Proof of transcripts showing completion of the library science course work, if utilized to meet the minimum requirements. * For City of San Diego employees, proof of Out-Class-Assignment (OCA), if utilized to meet the minimum requirements. Required documents should be attached electronically to your application. If you are unable to attach at the time of application submittal, you must submit them as soon as possible via fax: **************; or to the Employment Information Center: City of San Diego Personnel Department, 1200 Third Avenue - Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92101. Include your name and the title of the position for which you are applying.Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental questions will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in this initial screening process, your application will be reviewed for applicable education, experience, and/or training to ensure all minimum requirements have been met. Successful candidates will be placed on a list which will be used to fill position vacancies during the next six months (180 days). For each vacancy, only those candidates with the most appropriate qualifications will be contacted by the hiring department for an interview. PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: Employment offers are conditional pending the results of all screening processes applicable to this position, which may include the following: confirmation of citizenship or legal right to work in the United States; completion of a pre-employment medical review and exam (which may include drug and alcohol testing); reference checks; and fingerprinting. Fingerprints will be submitted to the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice for a conviction record report. Certain positions may require additional screening processes, including a polygraph examination and/or background investigation. All screening processes must be successfully completed before employment begins. A positive test result for alcohol, cannabis/marijuana, illegal drugs, or inadequately explained prescription drugs, or misrepresentation, falsification, or omission of pertinent facts in any step of the screening or selection process, may constitute cause for disqualification or termination of employment. Nothing in this job posting constitutes an express or implied contract for employment with the City of San Diego. Candidates must notify the Personnel Department of any change in their name, mailing address, email address, or phone number, otherwise they may miss employment opportunities. Rev. 6 - November 21, 2025 (New Recruitment Date)

Council President Joe LaCava, San Diego City Council District 1, seeks a qualified Public Affairs and Communication Specialist to communicate and elevate the Council President's vision and legislative priorities. The successful candidate will plan, develop, and execute accurate and professional public information, outreach, and social media content, including websites, emails, videos, speeches, Op-eds, and newsletters, with an eye for accuracy, optics, timeliness, and tone. This position will report directly to the District 1 Chief of Staff. RESPONSIBILITIES: * Crafting and executing all external communications with voice consistency * Use CRM to measure outreach efficacy and improve future communication * Partner with the District 1 Policy Team and Community Engagement Director on legislative, policy, and community matters * Support rapid response communications during high-profile or crisis events * Monitor trends and conversations in local media to inform messaging and identify opportunities for engagement MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: * Minimum three years in political writing, journalism, public relations, or policy * Experience creating content tailored for social media platforms * Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced, public-facing environment * Ability to work well in internal and external teams, including colleagues, elected officials, operational departments, community groups, and the media * Demonstrates sound professional judgment, political acumen, and a willingness to serve the public interest * Occasional evenings and weekends required The Department: Council District 1 includes the communities of Carmel Valley, Del Mar Mesa, La Jolla, Pacific Beach, Pacific Highlands Ranch, Torrey Hills, Torrey Pines, and the portion of University City west of the I-5. Home to the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California, San Diego, Birch Aquarium, Salk Institute, and the Sanford-Burnham Institute, District One has become a nationally recognized hub for higher education, scientific research, biotech, and high-tech industries. The district office oversees local initiatives, community development projects, and constituent services. Responsibilities include advocating for infrastructure improvements, public safety measures, and economic development opportunities tailored to the unique characteristics of District 1. For more information, please visit this link. The City: With more than 1.4 million residents, the City of San Diego is the eighth-largest city in the United States and the second-largest in California. The City of San Diego's strong economy, diverse population, great educational institutions, unsurpassed quality of life, and world-renowned location make it the ideal place to work, live, and play. With its great weather, miles of sandy beaches, and major attractions, San Diego has something to offer for everyone. The City's Mission, as stated in the Strategic Plan, is "Every day we serve our communities to make San Diego not just a fine city, but a great City." The City's Vision is "Opportunity in every neighborhood, excellent service for every San Diegan". As one of the region's largest employers, the City of San Diego employs nearly 13,000 highly dedicated employees and has a combined Fiscal Year 2025 operating and capital budget of approximately $5.65 billion. Additional information about the City of San Diego can be found on the City's website. Benefits: The City offers a robust benefits package that includes: * Defined retirement plan, including pension reciprocity, dependent on an employee's eligibility status (new hire, rehire, etc.). * A wide variety of cafeteria-style health and wellness plans or in-lieu cash waiver. * 11 paid City holidays per calendar year and 1 floating holiday per fiscal year. * Approximately 176 hours of paid annual leave for an employee's first 15 years of service, and approximately 216 hours for 16+ years of service. * Up to 24 hours of paid discretionary leave per fiscal year. * Up to 320 hours of paid Parental Leave per childbirth or placement of a child. * Up to 40 hours of paid Bereavement Leave per fiscal year. * Tuition reimbursement up to $2,000 per fiscal year, and complimentary LinkedIn Learning professional development opportunities. * Free transit pass (including MTS Trolley, MTS Bus, and all Rapid and Rapid Express bus services). * Access to premier City golf courses at a discounted rate. * Reduced-rate fitness center memberships. * City-paid life insurance. For additional details, please review the Benefits Summary for Unclassified Employees (Download PDF reader) or contact the Benefits Division of the Risk Management Department at **************. Pre-Employment Requirements and Screening Process:Employment offers are conditional, pending the results of all screening processes applicable to the position. All the processes required by the City of San Diego must be successfully completed before employment begins. Please refer to the City's pre-employment requirements and screening process webpage for additional information. Nothing in this job posting constitutes or should be construed as part of an express or implied contract for employment with the City of San Diego. Resumes will be screened according to the qualifications outlined above and the most qualified candidates will be invited to interview. The City of San Diego has an active Equal Opportunity/ADA Program for employment and vigorously supports diversity in the workplace. 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ABOUT US At the City of Santa Barbara, the best part of our organization is our people. As a City of Santa Barbara employee, you will work in an environment with other motivated individuals who are passionate about their work. We strive to provide employees with the support they need to thrive.Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here. THEPOSITION The City of Santa BarbaraWater Resources Department is seeking a motivated Water Collection System Operator I/II. This position performs semi-skilled labor in the maintenance, operation, repair and related service activities for wastewater, and collection systems; and to perform a variety of related duties as assigned. Distinguishing Characteristics Wastewater Collection System Operator I $75,172.50 - $91,373.10 Annually This is the entry-level class in the Wastewater Collection System Operator series. This class is distinguished from the Wastewater Collection System Operator II class by the performance of the more routine maintenance tasks and duties including performing less complex maintenance activities. Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees may have limited or no directly related work experience. Wastewater Collection System Operator II $88,228.14 - $107,242.20 Annually This is the full journey level class in the Wastewater Collection System Operator series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Wastewater Collection System Operator I by the performance of the full range of utility maintenance duties including performing complex maintenance functions, and troubleshooting and diagnosing repair needs. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the Wastewater Collection System Operator I class, or when filled from the outside, require prior experience. BENEFITS: To view our benefits pageclick here. EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS Knowledge of: * Uses and purposes of general construction tools and equipment. * Safe work practices. Skills: * Data collection and entry using computers, mobile phones, and tablets, including technologies unique to the Department of Water Resources. * Provide excellent Customer Service. Ability to: * Perform routine tasks in a variety of utility maintenance activities. * Perform heavy manual labor. * Work safely in confined spaces with hazardous materials. * Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. * Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. * Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities Wastewater Collection System Operator II (In addition to the above): * Knowledge Of: Operational characteristics of wastewater collection systems; preventative maintenance techniques and procedures; tools and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of wastewater collection systems and equipment. * Ability To: Perform semi-skilled and skilled maintenance and repair work related to wastewater collection systems; use and operate hand tools, mechanical equipment, and power tools and equipment; read and interpret basic maps and blueprints; work independently in the absence of supervision EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Wastewater Collection System Operator I: Some experience maintaining and repairing water, wastewater, and recycled water distribution/collection systems and operating heavy equipment, performing construction, or related duties is desirable. Wastewater Collection System Operator II: Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience repairing and maintaining water, wastewater and reclamation systems and equipment. Education and/or Training: Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance. Training or education on basic collection system operations and maintenance. High school diploma or GED required. Certification, Licenses, and Other Requirements: Wastewater Collection System Operator I * Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid Class B driver's license with tanker endorsement within six months of appointment. * California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Grade I Collection System Maintenance Technologist certification within one year of appointment. Wastewater Collection System Operator II * Possession of valid Class B driver's license with tanker endorsement at time of appointment. * California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Grade II Collection System Maintenance Technologist certification at time of appointment. NOTE: Positions in this class may be subject to pre-employment/pre-duty drug testing and subsequent random drug and alcohol testing under the City of Santa Barbara's Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy (DOT). SELECTION PROCESS It is important that your application and supplemental questionnaire show all the relevant education, training, and experience you possess which qualifies you for this position. All applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed and the most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. Be sure to be thorough in your responses. Statements such as "See application", "Extensive Experience", or "See Resume" are not an acceptable substitute for a completed application and supplemental questionnaire. The selection process may consist of an application screening, written exam, computer skills exam and/or an oral interview. The successful candidate's employment history will be thoroughly evaluated prior to appointment. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION There is currently one (1) vacancy within the Water Resources Department. Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email and spam regularly throughout the recruitment process. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails. CITY APPLICATION AND RESPONSES TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE MUST BE RECEIVED BY 5:30 PM ONFRIDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2025

For additional compensation opportunities, see notes below. Fleet Team Leader positions lead, coordinate, and perform the diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of automotive, construction, and industrial equipment; manage a shop or shift; assist in the planning and assignment of work, inspection, and repair of vehicles and equipment; inspect work in progress and completed work; provide instruction and technical assistance to team members in repair and maintenance work; inspect equipment prior to and after repairs and overhauls; perform difficult mechanical repairs and overhauls; prepare and approve stock orders for parts; prepare work schedules, budgetary estimates, records of work activities, and vehicle maintenance records and reports; monitor and report on the performance of crew members; assist in reviewing time entries and reports, mileage reports, and production reports; and perform other duties as assigned. NOTES: * Fleet Team Leader employees may be required to work nights, rotating or unusual shift work for an extended period, for which they may receive 5% additional pay. * Fleet Team Leader employees who possess valid Master Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications may receive an additional $1.75 per hour. * Eligible benefited employees originally hired on or after July 10, 2021, will be automatically enrolled in the San Diego City Employees Retirement System (SDCERS). * Fleet Team Leader employees may be required to lift and carry items weighing over 75 pounds. * Fleet Team Leader employees may be required to work weekends and holidays. You must meet the following requirements on the date you apply, unless otherwise indicated. EXPERIENCE: You must meet ONE of the following options: * One year of full-time experience as an Equipment Service Writer or Master Fleet Technician with the City of San Diego. * Two years of full-time experience as an Equipment Mechanic or Fleet Technician with the City of San Diego. * Successful completion of a state-accredited four-year Equipment Mechanic Apprenticeship Program AND two years of full-time journey-level experience as an automotive or truck technician/mechanic. * Six years of full-time journey-level experience as an automotive or truck technician/mechanic. NOTE: * City of San Diego employees using Out-of-Class Assignment (OCA) experience to qualify, you must submit written documentation signed by your appointing authority or payroll specialist, detailing the work you performed, dates, and the total number of qualifying OCA hours. OCA experience without the required documentation will NOT be considered. CERTIFICATION: A valid Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Master Automotive Technician Certificate or Master Medium/Heavy Truck Technician Certificate issued by the National Institute of Automotive Excellence will be required at the time of application. NOTE: * Some positions may require a Smog Check Technician Certification issued by the State of California, Bureau of Automotive Repair, within one year of the hire date. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver's License is required at the time of hire. NOTES: * For some positions, a valid California Class A or B Driver License, with Hazardous Materials and Tank Endorsements, AND a valid California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) medical certificate dated within the last two years may be required at the time of hire. * Fleet Team Leader employees who operate commercial vehicles are required by California State Law, as a condition of employment, to submit to drug and alcohol testing. Prior to hire, a background check will be completed in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse and with former employers regarding drug and alcohol testing results. HIGHLY DESIRABLE: * Experience supervising automotive or truck technician/mechanic employees. * Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Certificate issued by the Emergency Vehicle Technician Certification Commission. * California Fire Mechanics Academy Mechanic III/Master Mechanic Certificate issued by the California Fire Mechanics Academy. * Class "A" Lamp Adjuster License issued by the State of California, Bureau of Automotive Repair. * Class "A" Brake Adjuster License issued by the State of California, Bureau of Automotive Repair. * Experience in inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of heavy line work on automotive, light/heavy trucks, fire apparatus, and safety vehicles. * Experience in maintaining, diagnosing, repairing, or overhauling motorcycles, automotive, light/heavy trucks, fire apparatus, safety vehicles, and construction/industrial equipment. * Proficient in using diagnostic software on all components of major manufacturer light to heavy vehicles and equipment. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (MUST SUBMIT WITH APPLICATION): * A valid Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Master Automotive Technician Certificate or Master Medium/Heavy Truck Technician Certificate, issued from the National Institute of Automotive Excellence. * Proof of apprenticeship completion, if utilized to meet the minimum requirements. * For City of San Diego employees, proof of Out-of-Class Assignment (OCA), if utilized to meet the minimum requirements. Required documents should be attached electronically to your application. If you are unable to attach at the time of application submittal, you must submit them as soon as possible via fax: **************; or to the Employment Information Center: City of San Diego Personnel Department, 1200 Third Avenue - Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92101. Include your name and the title of the position for which you are applying. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental questions will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in this initial screening process, your application will be reviewed for applicable education, experience, and/or training to ensure all minimum requirements have been met. Successful candidates will be placed on a list which will be used to fill position vacancies during the next 6 months (180 days). For each vacancy, only those candidates with the most appropriate qualifications will be contacted by the hiring department for an interview. PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: Employment offers are conditional pending the results of all screening processes applicable to this position, which may include the following: confirmation of citizenship or legal right to work in the United States; completion of a pre-employment medical review and exam (which may include drug and alcohol testing); reference checks; and fingerprinting. Fingerprints will be submitted to the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice for a conviction record report. Certain positions may require additional screening processes, including a polygraph examination and/or background investigation. All screening processes must be successfully completed before employment begins. A positive test result for alcohol, cannabis/marijuana, illegal drugs, or inadequately explained prescription drugs, or misrepresentation, falsification, or omission of pertinent facts in any step of the screening or selection process, may constitute cause for disqualification or termination of employment. Nothing in this job posting constitutes an express or implied contract for employment with the City of San Diego. Candidates must notify the Personnel Department of any change in their name, mailing address, email address, or phone number, otherwise they may miss employment opportunities.

Equipment Trainer positions develop and conduct commercial driver license training classes and certification processes for City employees who are required to have a commercial driver license; arrange for maintenance of motive equipment used for commercial driver training and certification; and perform other duties as assigned. NOTES: * Eligible benefited employees originally hired on or after July 10, 2021, will be automatically enrolled in the San Diego City Employees Retirement System (SDCERS). * Equipment Trainer employees who operate commercial vehicles are required by California State Law, as a condition of employment, to submit to drug and alcohol testing. Prior to hire, a background check will be completed in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse and with former employers regarding drug and alcohol testing results. You must meet the following requirements on the date you apply, unless otherwise indicated. EXPERIENCE: You must meet ONE of the following options: * Two years of full-time experience driving a variety of "medium" or "large" class industrial motive equipment such as articulating loaders (e.g., Case 621, 721, or larger); backhoes/extendahoe (e.g., Case 580 or larger); Lo-Boy tractor/trailer combination; D-8 or D-9 class bulldozers; or other equipment of comparable difficulty. * Two years of full-time experience as a journey-level equipment mechanic repairing, maintaining, and test driving a variety of "medium" or "large" class industrial motive equipment such as articulating loaders (e.g., Case 621, 721, or larger); backhoes/extendahoe (e.g., Case 580 or larger); Lo-Boy tractor/trailer combination; D-8 or D-9 class bulldozers; or other equipment of comparable difficulty. * Two years of full-time experience as a Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Employer Testing Program Examiner, which MUST include at least one year training experience in a classroom setting. NOTE: * City of San Diego employees using Out-of-Class Assignment (OCA) experience to qualify must submit written documentation signed by their appointing authority or payroll specialist, detailing the work performed, dates, and total number of qualifying OCA hours. OCA experience without the required documentation will NOT be considered. LICENSE: A valid California Class A Driver License AND a valid California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) medical certificate dated within the last two years are required at the time of hire. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (MUST SUBMIT WITH APPLICATION): * For City of San Diego employees, proof of Out-of-Class Assignment (OCA), if utilized to meet the minimum requirements. Required documents should be attached electronically to your application. If you are unable to attach at the time of application submittal, you must submit them as soon as possible via fax: **************; or to the Employment Information Center: City of San Diego Personnel Department, 1200 Third Avenue - Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92101. Include your name and the title of the position for which you are applying.Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental questions will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in this initial screening process, your application will be reviewed for applicable education, experience, and/or training to ensure all minimum requirements have been met. Successful candidates will be placed on a list which will be used to fill position vacancies during the next six months (180) days. For each vacancy, only those candidates with the most appropriate qualifications will be contacted by the hiring department for an interview. PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: Employment offers are conditional pending the results of all screening processes applicable to this position, which may include the following: confirmation of citizenship or legal right to work in the United States; completion of a pre-employment medical review and exam (which may include drug and alcohol testing); reference checks; and fingerprinting. Fingerprints will be submitted to the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice for a conviction record report. Certain positions may require additional screening processes, including a polygraph examination and/or background investigation. All screening processes must be successfully completed before employment begins. A positive test result for alcohol, cannabis/marijuana, illegal drugs, or inadequately explained prescription drugs, or misrepresentation, falsification, or omission of pertinent facts in any step of the screening or selection process, may constitute cause for disqualification or termination of employment. Nothing in this job posting constitutes an express or implied contract for employment with the City of San Diego. Candidates must notify the Personnel Department of any change in their name, mailing address, email address, or phone number, otherwise they may miss employment opportunities. Rev. 5 - November 28, 2025 (New Recruitment Date)

See NOTE(S) below for future wage increases and/or additional compensation opportunities. Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning Supervisor positions plan, assign, supervise, train, and evaluate the work performance of Senior HVACR Technician, HVACR Technicians, apprentices, and support staff in the installation, repair, and maintenance of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning equipment; inspect the work of subordinates and contractors to ensure compliance with specifications; enforce safety regulations; maintain records and prepare reports; and perform other duties as assigned. NOTES: * The following special salary wage increase is scheduled to take effect for Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning Supervisor: 5% effective 1/1/26 * Eligible benefitted employees originally hired on or after July 10, 2021, will be automatically enrolled in the San Diego City Employees Retirement System (SDCERS). * Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning Supervisor employees are required to work both indoors and outdoors, sometimes in extreme weather conditions or a cramped workspace, and may be exposed to hazards of building maintenance (e.g., lead, asbestos). * Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning Supervisor employees are required to perform physical tasks including lifting, stooping, bending, squatting, reaching, and twisting. * Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning Supervisor employees may be required to work overtime, including nights, weekends, holidays, and/or rotating shifts for which they may receive 5% additional pay. You must meet the following requirements on the date you apply, unless otherwise indicated. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: You must meet ONE of the following options: * Successful completion of a state-accredited four or five-year Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic or Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR) Apprenticeship Program AND two years of full-time journey-level experience performing skilled installation, maintenance, and repair work on heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems. * Six years of full-time experience in all phases of work as a journey-level HVACR Technician. Qualifying experience must include installing, maintaining, and repairing heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems. * An equivalent combination of experience and apprenticeship training as specified above that equals six years. NOTE: * City of San Diego employees using Out-of-Class Assignment (OCA) experience to qualify must submit written documentation signed by their appointing authority or payroll specialist, detailing the work performed, dates, and total number of qualifying OCA hours. OCA experience without the required documentation will NOT be considered. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License is required at the time of hire. HIGHLY DESIRABLE: * A valid Universal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Section 608 Certificate. * Knowledge of Energy Management System (EMS) or Building Automation Systems (BAS). * Experience with computerized office applications/programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, SAP). REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (MUST SUBMIT WITH APPLICATION): * Proof of apprenticeship completion, if utilized to meet the minimum requirements. * Proof of Out-of-Class Assignment (OCA), if utilized to meet the minimum requirements. Required documents should be attached electronically to your application. If you are unable to attach at the time of application submittal, you must submit them as soon as possible via fax: **************; or to the Employment Information Center: City of San Diego Personnel Department, 1200 Third Avenue - Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92101. Include your name and the title of the position for which you are applying. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental questions will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in this initial screening process, your application will be reviewed for applicable education, experience, and/or training to ensure all minimum requirements have been met. Successful candidates will be placed on a list which will be used to fill position vacancies during the next six months (180 days). For each vacancy, only those candidates with the most appropriate qualifications will be contacted by the hiring department for an interview. PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: Employment offers are conditional pending the results of all screening processes applicable to this position, which may include the following: confirmation of citizenship or legal right to work in the United States; completion of a pre-employment medical review and exam (which may include drug and alcohol testing); reference checks; and fingerprinting. Fingerprints will be submitted to the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice for a conviction record report. Certain positions may require additional screening processes, including a polygraph examination and/or background investigation. All screening processes must be successfully completed before employment begins. A positive test result for alcohol, cannabis/marijuana, illegal drugs, or inadequately explained prescription drugs, or misrepresentation, falsification, or omission of pertinent facts in any step of the screening or selection process, may be cause for disqualification or termination of employment. Nothing in this job posting constitutes an express or implied contract for employment with the City of San Diego. Candidates must notify the Personnel Department of any change to their name, mailing address, email address, or phone number, otherwise they may miss employment opportunities.

Supervising Aquatics Recreation Specialist positions coordinates the work of, and provide overall supervision to, subordinate staff engaged in facility safety and drowning prevention. Plan, develop and administer specialized aquatic recreation aquatic programs and activities; review program submittals, evaluations, and other reports of subordinates; serve as a staff representative to official boards, committees, and other bodies and coordinates their activities as appropriate; prepare annual budgetary estimates and recommendations, and monitor budget expenditures; assign, train, and evaluate subordinates; and perform other duties as assigned. NOTES: * Eligible benefitted employees originally hired on or after July 10, 2021, will be automatically enrolled in the San Diego City Employees Retirement System (SDCERS). * In accordance with California Public Resources Code section 5163, all persons holding Supervising Aquatics Recreation Specialist positions must get tested for tuberculosis (TB) when hired and every four years thereafter as a condition of continued employment. You must meet the following requirements on the date you apply, unless otherwise indicated. EDUCATION: A Bachelor's degree or equivalent education (i.e., minimum completed units = 120 semester/180 quarter) NOTE: * Additional qualifying recreation program experience in aquatics may be substituted for education lacked on a year-for-year basis. One year of full-time experience = 30 semester/45 quarter college level units. EXPERIENCE: Three years of full-time professional-level recreation experience which MUST include planning, directing, implementing recreation programs and supervising subordinates at a swimming pool and/or any other aquatic recreation service program. NOTES: * A Bachelor's degree in Recreation or closely related field may be substituted for one year of full-time experience. * Qualifying supervisory experience MUST include the full range of supervisory duties which includes scheduling assignments and reviewing work performed, employee selection, reviewing/approving timecards, writing and giving performance evaluations, training, disciplining employees and recommending commendations. * City of San Diego employees using Out-of-Class Assignment (OCA) experience to qualify must submit written documentation signed by their appointing authority or payroll specialist, detailing the work performed, dates, and total number of qualifying OCA hours. OCA experience without the required documentation will NOT be considered. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License is required at the time of hire. HIGHLY DESIRABLE: * American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor Trainer Certificate. * American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor Certificate. * American Red Cross First Aid for Public Safety Personnel Instructor (Title 22) Certificate. * American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Trainer Certificate. * American Red Cross Emergency Medical Responder certificate. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (MUST SUBMIT WITH APPLICATION): * Proof of degree/transcripts, if utilized to meet the minimum requirements. * For City of San Diego employees, proof of Out-of-Class Assignment (OCA), if utilized to meet the minimum requirements. Required documents should be attached electronically to your application. If you are unable to attach at the time of application submittal, you must submit them as soon as possible via fax: **************; or to the Employment Information Center: City of San Diego Personnel Department, 1200 Third Avenue - Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92101. Include your name and the title of the position for which you are applying.Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental questions will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in this initial screening process, your application will be reviewed for applicable education, experience, and/or training to ensure all minimum requirements have been met. Successful candidates will be placed on a list which will be used to fill position vacancies during the next six months (180 days). For each vacancy, only those candidates with the most appropriate qualifications will be contacted by the hiring department for an interview. PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: Employment offers are conditional pending the results of all screening processes applicable to this position, which may include the following: confirmation of citizenship or legal right to work in the United States; completion of a pre-employment medical review and exam (which may include drug and alcohol testing); reference checks; and fingerprinting. Fingerprints will be submitted to the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice for a conviction record report. Certain positions may require additional screening processes, including a polygraph examination and/or background investigation. All screening processes must be successfully completed before employment begins. A positive test result for alcohol, cannabis/marijuana, illegal drugs, or inadequately explained prescription drugs, or misrepresentation, falsification, or omission of pertinent facts in any step of the screening or selection process, may constitute cause for disqualification or termination of employment. Nothing in this job posting constitutes an express or implied contract for employment with the City of San Diego. Candidates must notify the Personnel Department of any change in their name, mailing address, email address, or phone number, otherwise they may miss employment opportunities. Rev. 4 - November 28, 2025 (New Recruitment Date)

Perform a variety of complex administrative and program support tasks, according to departmental assignment, with only occasional instruction or assistance. Examples of duties include: customer service ; prepare correspondence, forms, memos, resolutions, invoices, receipts, licenses, statistical statements and reports, minutes of meetings, and legal documents from written or recorded sources; proofread; explain or interpret information on departmental and City policies and procedures; scheduling; research and maintain records and files; answer telephones, and assist the public and employees in a courteous manner; compile agendas; make minor purchases for the Department; attend and record commission and/or committee meetings and compile/prepare meeting minutes for review; maintain office operations; may exercise lead responsibility over other support staff or interns; perform other work as required. Flexible work schedules may be available[SL1.1][DM1.2]. The eligibility list established by this recruitment may be utilized by various departments as vacancies occur. There is a current opportunity within the Sustainability & Resilience Department. EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS Knowledge of: English usage, grammar, punctuation, and spelling; business letter format and report preparation; basic mathematics and accounting principles/practices; telephone and email etiquette; operations, services, and activities of work area; creation and/or maintenance of filing systems; computer programs including Windows, Microsoft Office, and document management systems. Skill in: Operating personal computer and general office equipment. Experience with Excel and enterprise software (e.g. Accela permit software, Munis financial software, and Hyland OnBase document management software) is highly desirable. Ability to: Work independently on complex administrative duties with only occasional instruction or assistance; review and check documents for accuracy and completeness; understand and follow oral and written instructions; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; select, interpret, explain, and apply policies and procedures to the public and employees in a courteous manner; apply established priorities and procedures to collect and calculate fees, penalties, invoices, permits, and licenses; process applications and bills; operate a computer terminal or specialized equipment as assigned; assign, train, and review work of employees; coordinate and monitor work flow; meet schedules and timelines; formal minute taking procedures for meetings may be necessary. Experience: Minimum two years of increasingly responsible general clerical experience including some accounting or bookkeeping experience. A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university may be substituted for experience. License Requirements: Applicant may be required to possess a valid California driver's license at time of appointment. Physical Conditions: Essential functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for lifting boxes of files, stooping, standing, walking or sitting for prolonged periods of time, depending on assignment. SELECTION PROCESS It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess that qualifies you for this position. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. The selection process may consist of a written exam and a computer skills exam. The written examination may include questions on reading comprehension, spelling, punctuation, grammar, vocabulary, and math. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION There is currentlyone (1) vacancy within the Sustainability & Resilience Department. Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email and spam regularly throughout the recruitment process. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails. CITY APPLICATION AND RESPONSES TO SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE MUST BE SUBMITTED TO HUMAN RESOURCES BY 5:30 P.M. ON WENDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2025.

PRINCIPAL ENGINEER (Right-of-Way Management) At the City of Santa Barbara, the best part of our organization is our people. As a City of Santa Barbara employee, you will work in a collaborative environment with other motivated individuals who are passionate about their work. We strive to provide employees with the support they need to thrive and grow while fulfilling our Mission. The Mission of the Public Works Department is to provide the community with the sustainable foundation to thrive by delivering quality services and public infrastructure through efficient and fiscally responsible practices. MAKE A DIFFERENCE As a City of Santa Barbara employee, the work that you do has a tangible impact on our community. We are about more than the bottom line; our work ensures the health and safety of residents and visitors, protects and preserves our architectural heritage and the natural environment, and enriches lives. As City employees, we are the stewards of this beautiful place. Our job is to help the elected officials serve everyone in our community and ensure Santa Barbara continues to be a special place for future generations. This is an exciting, and sometimes demanding, responsibility. It is important work that you can be proud to perform. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & PAY Earn an attractive compensation package including competitive pay, comprehensive health and welfare benefits, retirement, paid time off, flexible work policies, commuter support, training and educational reimbursement. THE POSITION The City of Santa Barbara's Public Works Department is undergoing a search for a Principal Engineer to oversee the Right-of-Way (ROW) Management team, which includes Land Development Engineering, Real Property, and Public Works Inspection. The position is in the Engineering Division and leads a team that reviews development projects, issues Public Works permits, ensures construction in the City's ROW meets City standards, and supports the City's real property interests. This team uniquely supports both private development and the City's robust Capital Improvement Program. In this role, the Principal Engineer will oversee the coordination of and provide direction for planning and inspection activities involved with land development, building, and real property. In addition, the position will manage the development of procedures for engineering activities including planning, permits, collection of plan checks and other fees and issues related to construction in public ROW. The Principal Engineer also reviews and approves land development projects, subdivision maps, site plans, and related agreements, while coordinating with internal departments, developers, and regional agencies. The position requires extensive technical experience and skill in solving and communicating controversial and complex technical and logistical problems involving engineering and inspection staff, developers, builders, and the public. The position will frequently prepare and present items to Council, Boards and Commissions, private and public organizations, outside agencies, and City management staff. In addition, strong project and program management skills are required, including establishing schedules and methods for providing assigned services, the identification of resource needs, and effective allocation of resources accordingly, and program budgeting. The Principal Engineer leads with a customer-focused approach, ensuring that neighbors, local businesses, City leadership, and partner departments are well-served throughout the delivery of services. This role balances technical expertise with community engagement, fostering trust and transparency, while overseeing projects that safeguard and enhance our community's infrastructure. The Principal Engineer is expected to provide exemplary customer service to all individuals by demonstrating a willingness to be attentive, understanding, responsive, fair, courteous, respectful, and to actively participate in maintaining a positive customer service environment. The ideal candidate(s): * Has strong technical and interpersonal skills and experience necessary to manage and oversee delivery of services within a collaborative team environment. * Has a proven track record of project management and contract administration experience that demonstrates the ability to successfully deliver projects. * Is an experienced engineer with proven problem solving and interpersonal skills who enjoys leading and mentoring team members, working closely with colleagues in other departments, and is committed to excellent customer service. * Solves and communicates controversial and complex technical problems to a wide variety of stakeholders. Distinguishing Characteristics The Principal Engineer is a management level classification, having broad responsibility for a diverse range of professional and technical engineering operations. The position reports to the City Engineer in Public Works and provides leadership to supervisory and project level staff. This position requires a thorough knowledge of civil engineering, including technical and logistical issues involving engineering, inspection, permitting, and program management, including planning and budgeting. This Principal Engineer class is distinguished from the Supervising and Engineering classifications by its broader program management responsibilities, scope of supervision, and more specialized knowledge of civil engineering practices. EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS Knowledge of: * Principles of management, supervision, training, and performance evaluation. * Principles and practices of engineering design and administration. * Principles and practices of project and construction management. * Terminology, methods, practices, and techniques used in technical report preparation. * Principles of public administration and management. * Principles and practices of budget preparation and control. * Principles of mathematics as applied to design work. * Recent developments, current literature, and sources of information regarding civil engineering design and construction. * Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment and software applications. * Pertinent Federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations applied to design, civil engineering, and construction engineering. Ability to: * Plan, organize and supervise the work of professional and technical staff. * Train and evaluate staff. * Write concise and clear reports and other written communication. * Manage large and complex capital improvement projects. * Ensure project compliance with appropriate Federal, state and local rules, laws and regulations. * Review construction for compliance with applicable state and federal construction-related standards, including accessibility. * Coordinate phases of construction projects and prepare progress reports. * Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals. * Conduct comprehensive technical studies and develop appropriate recommendations. * Perform technical research and solve difficult technical problems. * Select, train, supervise, coordinate and evaluate staff. * Prepare and maintain technical records and prepare comprehensive reports. * Exercise professional judgment to achieve results consistent with objectives. * Compile rough technical data and prepare statistical and narrative reports from field studies. * Develop, review and modify design plans and specifications. * Work cooperatively with staff, management, vendors, contractors, and others encountered in the course of work. * Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. * Make public presentations. * Work independently. EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience:At least six (6) years of increasingly responsible experience in civil engineering, preferably in a governmental agency. Education and/or Training:Equivalent to a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university with major course work in Civil Engineering, or a closely related field. License, Certificate and/or Other Requirements:Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the state of California. SELECTION PROCESS It is important that your application and supplemental questionnaire show all the relevant education, training, and experience you possess which qualifies you for this position. All applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed and the most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. Be sure to be thorough in your responses. Statements such as "See application", "Extensive Experience", or "See Resume" are not an acceptable substitute for a completed application and supplemental questionnaire. The selection process may consist of an application screening, written exam, computer skills exam and/or an oral interview. The successful candidate's employment history will be thoroughly evaluated prior to appointment. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION There is currently one (1) vacancy within the Engineering Division of Public Works Department. The Principal Engineer classification is scheduled to receive a 4% salary increase effective July 1, 2026. Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email and spam regularly throughout the recruitment process. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails. CITY APPLICATION AND RESPONSES TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE MUST BE RECEIVED BY 5:30 PM ON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2025.

ABOUT US Atthe City of Santa Barbara, thebest part of our organization is our people. As a City of Santa Barbara employee, you will work in an environment with other motivated individuals who are passionate about their work. We strive to provide employees with the support they need to thrive.Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here. Shape the events and spaces that define Santa Barbara. The City of Santa Barbara is seeking a skilled and community-focused professional to serve as its next Community Services and Special Events Manager. This leadership role is at the heart of how the City supports, permits, and produces many of its most cherished public gatherings-while also managing key programs that serve residents of all ages and backgrounds. Read more about the Parks and Recreation Department here. THEPOSITION The Community Services and Special Events Manager oversees a dynamic portfolio of community-serving programs and high-profile public events. This position manages multiple programs, teams, and facilities that together form the backbone of the City's community services offerings. With a strong emphasis on event planning, permitting, and interdepartmental coordination, this position plays a central role in delivering City-sponsored events and supporting the safe, successful execution of dozens of large-scale public events each year. It is also a highly visible, public-facing role that requires frequent collaboration and communication with the City Administrator's Office, Mayor and City Council, senior leadership across City departments, nonprofit and business leaders, and community members of all backgrounds. The ability to navigate complex stakeholder dynamics with professionalism, diplomacy, and responsiveness is essential to success in this position. Core Program Areas Under Management * Public Special Events Oversee coordination, permitting, and City support for large and small public events, including athletic; sporting; commercial; community and cultural events; parades; festivals and concerts. Provide high-level facilitation for major citywide events such as the Santa Barbara International Film Festival, Juneteenth Santa Barbara Celebration, Summer Solstice Parade and Festival, July 4th, Old Spanish Days Fiesta, the Santa Barbara Half Marathon, Milpas Holiday Parade and more. * City-Produced Events Lead the planning and execution of the City's signature events, including the Concerts in the Park series, the Children's Fiesta Parade, and seasonal programming at the historic Plaza del Mar Park Bandshell. * Private Event Rentals and Outdoor Venues Manage staff responsible for weddings, corporate events, and other private rentals at beachfront venues such as the Cabrillo Pavilion and a variety of other City venues. Oversee group picnic area and outdoor rental logistics in community parks and open spaces. * Neighborhood and Community Services Direct operations and staffing for City-run community and neighborhood centers. Ensure spaces are well-maintained, accessible, and aligned with evolving community needs, including rebuilding senior programming at the newly reopened Louis Lowry Davis Center. * Teen Leadership and Development Programs Oversee year-round leadership programs for teens and young adults, including the Santa Barbara Youth Council, the Arts Alliance, and the Job Apprentice Program. * Community Gardens Manage staff responsible for the City's community garden program, including permits and site improvements. * Santa Barbara Arts and Crafts Show Manage operations, permitting, and compliance for this long-standing weekly tradition that supports over 125 local artists showing and selling their works along Cabrillo Blvd. * Food Distribution Coordination In partnership with the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County, support weekly distributions of food and essential supplies to vulnerable populations in partnership with local nonprofits. Key Responsibilities * Lead a multi-disciplinary team, including full-time supervisors, coordinators, administrative staff, seasonal employees, and volunteers. * Provide strategic direction, policy guidance, and operational oversight across all assigned program areas. * Serve on the Department's leadership team and work across the Department to advance projects and priorities of the Department as a whole. * Prepare and manage complex budgets, fee structures, and revenue programs in accordance with City goals and financial policies. * Work closely with internal City departments and external partners to facilitate safe, inclusive, and high-quality events and services. * Continuously evaluate program effectiveness, community impact, and operational efficiency. * Represent program areas to elected officials, boards and commissions, community partners, and the general public. Ideal Candidate * The ideal candidate is a creative, strategic thinker and skilled operational leader who is energized by the complexity and visibility of community-facing work. Key qualities include: * Extensive experience managing special events, civic programs, or public-facing services in a municipal or nonprofit setting. * Exceptional leadership and team-building skills across multiple program types and facility operations. * Strong working knowledge of permitting, public safety, and interagency coordination. * Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-stakes environments with a calm, collaborative approach. * Flexibility and an interest in collaborating with the Department's leadership team on Departmental goals and priorities * Experience working with culturally diverse communities and designing programming that reflects their needs and priorities. Distinguishing Characteristics The Community Services and Special Events Manager is a management level classification, having broad responsibility for a diverse variety of programs and services for recreational users such as adult sports, youth sports, seniors, teens, classes, facility rental, cultural events, and concessions; and neighborhood services provided through community centers. These positions report to the Parks and Recreation Director and support the Parks and Recreation Commission, and specific advisory groups. PAYROLL TITLE:Recreation Programs Manager BENEFITS: To view our benefits pageclick here. EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS Knowledgeof: * Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) regulations, County standards and City Municipal Code, and pertinent regulations and standards pertaining to use of City recreation facilities. * Theories, principles and practices of recreation programs, event planning, program sponsorship, and leisure management. * Information sources and trends in the field of recreation programs, special events management, hospitality and neighborhood services. * Organization, delivery and management principles related to municipal programs and evaluation practices. * Research methods and statistical techniques and applications. * Principles and practices of program development and administration. * Project management principles. * Supervisory principles and performance evaluation practices; employee motivation techniques. * Budgeting practices; grant administration practices; purchasing practices. * Contract administration practices. * Customer service principles. Skills: * Operate computer hardware and use information systems and related word processing, database, spreadsheet, and graphics presentation software programs; operate a calculator. * Operate a motor vehicle. Ability to: * Plan, organize, and implement community programs, events, services, and activities, and identify and recommend program development needs and priorities given available resources. * Develop program goals and evaluate attainment of objectives; establish policies and procedures to address administrative and public needs. * Train and orient a variety of instructors, volunteers, and contract personnel regarding City recreation programs, community services, facility use, and procedures. * Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals. * Interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulations. * Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques. * Select, train, supervise, coordinate, and evaluate the work of staff and volunteers. * Prepare clear, concise, and complete administrative and financial reports. * Write service contracts and prepare grant applications and sponsorship applications to obtain financial funding. * Work cooperatively with staff, management, Commission and advisory committee representatives, community groups, contractors, vendors, volunteers, and the general public. * Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. * Make public presentations. * Exercise judgment with general policy guidelines. * Work independently. EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Seven (7) years of increasingly responsible professional recreation experience, including two (2) years experience in supervision of full-time and part-time professional and support staff. Education and/or Training: Bachelor's degree in recreation, public or business administration, or a closely related field License, Certificate and/or Other Requirements: A valid Class C California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the City's Vehicle Insurance Policy. Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid Certification. SELECTION PROCESS It is important that your application and supplemental questionnaire show all the relevant education, training, and experience you possess which qualifies you for this position. All applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed and the most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. Be sure to be thorough in your responses. Statements such as "See application", "Extensive Experience", or "See Resume" are not an acceptable substitute for a completed application and supplemental questionnaire. The selection process may consist of an application screening, written exam, computer skills exam and/or an oral interview. The successful candidate's employment history will be thoroughly evaluated prior to appointment. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION There is currently one (1)vacancy within the Parks and Recreation Department. Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email and spam regularly throughout the recruitment process. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails. OPEN & CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT: Because this recruitment is open and continuous, applicants are encouraged to submit completed applications as soon as possible. The filing period for an open and continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. FOR FIRST CONSIDERATIONCITY APPLICATION AND RESPONSES TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE MUST BE RECEIVED BY 5:30 PM ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2025.

ABOUT US At the City of Santa Barbara, the best part of our organization is our people. As a City of Santa Barbara employee, you will work in an environment with other motivated individuals who are passionate about their work. We strive to provide employees with the support they need to thrive.Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here. The Santa Barbara Public Library is dedicated to supporting education for all ages through classes and events, building a community of readers, empowering individuals with free access to information, and connecting people to community resources. Read more about the Library Department here. THEPOSITION The City of Santa Barbara Library Departmentis seeking a motivated and dynamic Library Technician. Library Technicians help create a welcoming and engaging environment for all Library visitors. They actively support the promotion of library services and resources and contribute to a positive user experience. Distinguishing Characteristics This is the full journey level class within the Library Technician series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Library Assistant series by the performance of the full range of duties assigned including assisting in the acquisition and cataloging of library materials. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. This class is distinguished from the Senior Library Technician in that the latter plans, directs and leads a unit or department within the library. BENEFITS: To view our benefits pageclick here. EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS Knowledgeof: * Library services and functions. * Library terminology. * Practices and techniques of library material classification and cataloging. * Computerized cataloging, bibliographical and circulation system databases. * Library equipment and tools including personal computers, Internet, CD readers, indices, microfilm/fiche readers and printers. * Principles and procedures of record keeping. * English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation. * Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment. Ability to: * Perform a variety of journey level technical and clerical library work. * Operate computerized cataloging, bibliographical and circulation system databases. * Keyboarding speed necessary for successful job performance. * Understand and follow oral and written instructions. * Work independently in the absence of supervision. * Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. * Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. * Supervise the work of volunteers and employees. * Perform routine reference searches. * Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities: * Sitting or standing for long durations * Operating assigned equipment * Lifting and/or carrying up to 30lbs EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Two (2) years of technical and clerical library experience including the acquisition, cataloging, and circulation of a variety of library materials. Education and/or Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. License, Certificate and/or Other Requirements: May require possession of a California driver's license. SELECTION PROCESS It is important that your application and supplemental questionnaire show all the relevant education, training, and experience you possess which qualifies you for this position. All applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed and the most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. Be sure to be thorough in your responses. Statements such as "See application", "Extensive Experience", or "See Resume" are not an acceptable substitute for a completed application and supplemental questionnaire. The selection process may consist of an application screening, written exam, computer skills exam and/or an oral interview. The successful candidate's employment history will be thoroughly evaluated prior to appointment. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION There is currently one (1) Limited Termvacancy within the Library Department. Limited Term:This is a limited-term appointment with an expected end date of June 30, 2026, unless extended. Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email and spam regularly throughout the recruitment process. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these CITY APPLICATION AND RESPONSES TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE MUST BE RECEIVED BY 5:30 PM ON MONDAY, JANUARY 5, 2026.

Solid Waste Inspector III positions conduct inspections of permitted solid waste disposal/landfill sites and operations to ensure compliance with the State of California's solid/hazardous waste laws and regulations and to identify and mitigate potential environmental health risks, document inspection results and compliance attempts; prepare reports, forms, memorandums and correspondence; review and evaluate highly technical documents, (e.g., site investigation reports, health-based risk assessments, remediation plans and closure/post-closure maintenance plans); oversee site assessments and remediation of burn ash sites; develop, administer and monitor grants; implement the waste tire enforcement grant program; investigate complaints; conduct training; make public presentations; coordinate Local Enforcement Agency (LEA) activities with other agencies; and perform other duties as assigned. NOTES: * Eligible benefitted employees originally hired on or after July 10, 2021, will be automatically enrolled in the San Diego City Employees Retirement System (SDCERS). * Solid Waste Inspector III employees will be required to maneuver above, under and around equipment during inspections; safely move across wet, uneven surfaces and rugged terrain; ascend/descend ladders, stairs and elevated catwalks; and to lift items weighing up to 50 pounds. You must meet the following requirements on the date you apply, unless otherwise indicated. EDUCATION: You must meet ONE of the following options: * Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Health, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Engineering or Industrial Hygiene. * Bachelor's Degree or equivalent education (i.e., minimum completed units = 120 semester/180 quarter), which MUST include at least 30 semester/45 quarter college-level units of biological, physical or environmental science, including at least one laboratory course in chemistry, physics, microbiology or biology AND completion of at least one college-level algebra course or higher. * Registration as an Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) with the California Department of Public Health. NOTE: * Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for education lacked on a year-for-year basis. One year of full-time experience = 30 semester/45 quarter college-level units. EXPERIENCE: Three years of full-time solid waste, hazardous waste or waste tire experience which MUST include all of the following: * Inspecting solid/hazardous waste sites or tire facilities. * Implementing or enforcing related laws and regulations. * Preparing and issuing permits for solid/hazardous waste or waste tire related activities. NOTE: * City of San Diego employees using Out-of-Class Assignment (OCA) experience to qualify must submit written documentation signed by their appointing authority or payroll specialist, detailing the work performed, dates, and total number of qualifying OCA hours. OCA experience without the required documentation will NOT be considered. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License is required at the time of hire. HIGHLY DESIRABLE: * A Master's Degree in Public Health, Environmental Health or a closely related field. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (MUST SUBMIT WITH APPLICATION): * Proof of degree/transcripts, if utilized to meet the minimum requirements. * For City of San Diego employees, proof of Out-of-Class Assignment (OCA), if utilized to meet the minimum requirements. Required documents should be attached electronically to your application. If you are unable to attach at the time of application submittal, you must submit them as soon as possible via fax: **************; or to the Employment Information Center: City of San Diego Personnel Department, 1200 Third Avenue - Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92101. Include your name and the title of the position for which you are applying.Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental questions will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in this initial screening process, your application will be reviewed for applicable education, experience, and/or training to ensure all minimum requirements have been met. Successful candidates will be placed on a list which will be used to fill position vacancies during the next six months (180 days). For each vacancy, only those candidates with the most appropriate qualifications will be contacted by the hiring department for an interview.PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: Employment offers are conditional pending the results of all screening processes applicable to this position, which may include the following: confirmation of citizenship or legal right to work in the United States; completion of a pre-employment medical review and exam (which may include drug and alcohol testing); reference checks; and fingerprinting. Fingerprints will be submitted to the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice for a conviction record report. Certain positions may require additional screening processes, which may include a polygraph examination and/or background investigation. All of these processes must be successfully completed before employment begins. A positive test for alcohol, cannabis/marijuana, illegal drugs, or inadequately explained prescription drugs, or misrepresentation, falsification, or omission of pertinent facts in any step of the screening or selection process, may be cause for disqualification or termination of employment. Nothing in this job posting constitutes an express or implied contract for employment with the City of San Diego. Candidates must notify the Personnel Department of any change in their name, mailing address, email address, or phone number, otherwise they may miss employment opportunities. Hazardous Materials Inspector III (Option Title: Solid Waste Inspector III)

LIFEGUARD I CANDIDATES MUST APPLY BEFORE TAKING THE PERFORMANCE TEST. ONCE APPLICATIONS ARE APPROVED, CANDIDATES WILL BE NOTIFIED AND GIVEN INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO SELF SCHEDULE FOR THE PERFORMANCE TEST. YOU MUST SELF SCHEDULE FOR THE PERFORMANCE TEST. YOU WILL NOT BE TESTED WITHOUT FOLLOWING THIS PROCEDURE. Bay and Ocean Lifeguard positions guard swimmers at public beaches and bays, perform rescues, administer first aid, warn swimmers of dangerous water conditions, enforce aquatic beach regulations and ordinances, clean and maintain lifeguard equipment, operate rescue boats, drive emergency vehicles such as pickup trucks and 2 and 4-wheel drive vehicles, give information to the public, and maintain records and write reports; and perform other duties as assigned. NOTES: * Eligible benefitted employees originally hired on or after July 10, 2021, will be automatically enrolled in the San Diego City Employees Retirement System (SDCERS). * Lifeguard I positions will be available primarily on a full-time basis during the summer. Some positions may continue on a part-time basis during the spring and fall. * Lifeguard I employees may be required to work holidays and weekends, and are subject to 24-hours emergency call-back with pay. * Lifeguard I employees must furnish and wear standard apparel prescribed by the Lifeguard Services Division. * Lifeguard I employees must requalify for required certificates to retain employment. * Lifeguard I employees are required to pass a swimming performance test administered by the Lifeguard Services Division once a year to retain employment. * In accordance with California Public Resources Code section 5163, all persons holding Lifeguard I positions must get tested for tuberculosis (TB) when hired and every four years thereafter as a condition of continued employment. You must meet the following requirements by June 30, 2026: AGE: 18 years of age or older. CERTIFICATES: You must have ALL of the following valid certificates: * American Red Cross Emergency Medical Response (EMR) Certificate. * American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers OR American Heart Association CPR/AED for Healthcare Providers Certificate. * Certificate of completion for the Miramar College Introduction to Open Water Lifeguarding course (San Diego Regional Lifeguard Academy) dated within the last two years. NOTES: * A current County of San Diego Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certificate will satisfy the EMR Certificate requirement. * Miramar College offers the American Red Cross Emergency Medical Response training. For more information, please contact us at *************************** or call the San Diego Lifeguard Service at ************** or **************, or Miramar College at **************. * The Introduction to Open Water Lifeguarding course will be valid for two calendar years from the date of completion. The course will be valid for two additional calendar years if proof of employment for a total of 320 hours (one season) as a beach lifeguard during the original period of validity of the certificate of completion is submitted. * Prompt completion of these requirements is encouraged. Failure to meet all the requirements and be in possession of a valid certificate of completion for the Miramar College Introduction to Open Water Lifeguarding (San Diego Regional Lifeguard Academy) by June 30, 2026 may result in the termination of the contingent employment. Under no circumstances will employees be permitted to work as a Bay and Ocean Lifeguard until all requirements are verified and are on file. * Candidates selected for contingent employment who do NOT have the required San Diego Regional Lifeguard Academy certificate of completion dated within the last two years by June 30, 2026 will be required to attend and complete one of two San Diego Regional Lifeguard Academies scheduled in the spring of 2026. Candidates who have completed all pre-employment processes will attend the academy WITH PAY. * Candidates selected for contingent employment who have a San Diego Regional Lifeguard Academy certificate of completion dated within the last two years by June 30, 2026 will be required to attend and complete a Lifeguard Refresher Training Course scheduled in late spring 2026. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License is required at the time of hire. HIGHLY DESIRABLE: * Emergency Medical Technician Certification issued by the County of San Diego. The screening process will consist of the following components: 1. APPLICATION REVIEW: Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental questions will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in this initial screening process, your application will be reviewed for applicable education, experience, and/or training to ensure all minimum requirements have been met. 2. PERFORMANCE TEST: IF YOU MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND YOUR APPLICATION IS APPROVED, YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED AND GIVEN INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO VIEW AVAILABLE TEST DATES AND SELF SCHEDULE FOR ONE OF THE PERFORMANCE TESTS. Once scheduled, you will be guaranteed admission to the examination you select. The performance test will be held at Ventura Cove on Mission Bay (1000 West Mission Bay Drive), beginning at 9:00 a.m. and is a pass/fail examination which consists of a 500-meter swim that must be completed in 10 MINUTES OR LESS. NOTES: * YOU MUST SELF SCHEDULE FOR THE PERFORMANCE TEST. YOU WILL NOT BE TESTED WITHOUT FOLLOWING THIS PROCEDURE. * Candidates must provide valid government-issued photo identification (e.g., driver license, military ID, Department of Motor Vehicles ID, or passport) on the day of the performance test. FOR MINORS ONLY, a current school-issued ID with a photograph will be accepted. * Candidates, who are between 17 and 18 years old at the time of the performance test, must submit a Release of Liability Waiver signed by their parent or guardian in order to take the performance test. Candidates must bring this signed waiver to the performance test. Falsification of the Release of Liability Waiver is cause for disqualification and/or termination of employment. Waivers will also be available on the date of the performance test. * Candidates may not wear goggles, wetsuits, rash guards or swim caps made of neoprene during the performance test. * Candidates who fail the performance test may be allowed to re-take the performance test once on the same day. You may also self schedule to take the test during any of the subsequent performance test dates. 3. INTERVIEW: Candidates who pass the performance test will be invited to participate in an interview either on the date of the performance test or a later date as determined by the hiring department. Candidates will be notified of the specific time and location at the performance test. Candidates who pass the performance test will be placed on a list which will be used to fill position vacancies during the next six months (180 days). For each vacancy, only those candidates with the most appropriate qualifications will be considered by the hiring department.PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: Employment offers are conditional pending the results of all screening processes applicable to this position, which may include the following: confirmation of citizenship or legal right to work in the United States; completion of a pre-employment medical review and exam (which may include drug and alcohol testing); reference checks; and fingerprinting. Fingerprints will be submitted to the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice for a conviction record report. Certain positions may require additional screening processes, which may include a polygraph examination and/or background investigation. All of these processes must be successfully completed before employment begins. A positive test for alcohol, cannabis/marijuana, illegal drugs, or inadequately explained prescription drugs, or misrepresentation, falsification, or omission of pertinent facts in any step of the screening or selection process, may be cause for disqualification or termination of employment. Nothing in this job posting constitutes an express or implied contract for employment with the City of San Diego. Candidates must notify the Personnel Department of any change in their name, mailing address, email address, or phone number, otherwise they may miss employment opportunities. VISION REQUIREMENT: Uncorrected vision must not be worse than 20/40 in both eyes together with acceptable color vision. Vision between 20/20 and 20/40 in both eyes together must be corrected to 20/20 both eyes together with glasses or contact lenses. Monocular vision is not acceptable. If you have undergone any type of refractive vision surgery (or "touch-up" surgery) such as Laser Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis (LASIK), radial keratotomy (RK), or photo refractive keratectomy (PRK) a year or longer prior to being medically considered for a Lifeguard I position, you must be substantially free of vision problems such as: impaired vision at night or under dim lighting conditions; sensitivity to glare; starbursts experienced around light sources such as street lights or headlights; hazing or blurring of vision; eye irritation and pain; progressive regression of visual acuity; and daily changes in visual acuity. Your vision must be 20/20 both eyes together. If it is not, it may be no worse than 20/40 both eyes together and must be corrected to 20/20 both eyes together with glasses or contact lenses. You will be asked to submit the results of a recent eye examination from your private ophthalmologist documenting the status of your vision. We will request this information from you following the medical examination given by the City. If you have undergone any type of refractive vision surgery (or "touch-up" surgery) within less than a year of being medically considered for a Lifeguard I position, you may be hired on a conditional basis if you successfully complete a City-provided vision examination prior to hire and at periodic intervals thereafter until one year has elapsed from the date of the last vision surgery or "touch-up" surgery. You must be substantially free of the vision problems outlined in the paragraph above. Your vision must be 20/20 both eyes together. If it is not, it may be no worse than 20/40 both eyes together and must be corrected with glasses or contact lenses to 20/20 both eyes together. NOTE: The contents of this announcement are for the general information of candidates. They do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Final determination of a candidate's medical suitability for employment is determined at the time of the medical examination.

ABOUT US At the City of Santa Barbara, the best part of our organization is our people. As a City of Santa Barbara employee, you will work in an environment with other motivated individuals who are passionate about their work. We strive to provide employees with the support they need to thrive.Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here. The mission of the Public Works Department is to provide the community with the sustainable foundation to thrive by delivering quality services and public infrastructure through efficient and fiscally responsible practices, including the community's needs for transportation, water, wastewater, and public facilities. THE POSITION The City of Santa Barbara Department of Water Resources is seeking a knowledgeable and professional Water Distribution Supervisor to lead a dedicated team in the operation, maintenance, and repair of the City's potable and recycled water distribution systems. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the delivery of safe and reliable drinking water to the community by maintaining compliance with State and Federal regulations. The Water Distribution Supervisor oversees the operation, maintenance, and replacement of water distribution assets, and supports both operational and capital improvement projects. Responsibilities include planning, scheduling, and assigning staff to maintenance programs for water mains, pressure-reducing stations, pump stations, reservoirs, and related infrastructure. The role also includes oversight of customer service, emergency response, and planning functions. This position participates in the recruitment, training, and professional development of staff, ensuring adherence to City policies and procedures. The Supervisor promotes safe work practices, conducts safety training, and addresses performance issues as needed. They are responsible for developing and reviewing operational reports, analyzing data, and making adjustments to meet performance goals. Additional duties include assisting in the development and implementation of strategic initiatives, preparing and administering budgets, and managing procurement processes for materials and equipment. The Supervisor also ensures accurate documentation of staff time, material usage, and equipment data for individual tasks and assets. They respond to and resolve complex and sensitive inquiries or complaints from both staff and the public. The ideal candidate will be an active leader with strong technical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to public service. This position may also be assigned special projects and is expected to ensure all work is completed safely and thoroughly before, during, and after execution. NOTE: Incumbents may be required to be on standby, including holidays and weekends, for after-hour's responses to emergency situations at any hour as needed. Distinguishing Characteristics Employees within this class are distinguished from the Senior Water Distribution Operator by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned including full supervisory responsibilities for all positions within the maintenance staff class and overall responsibilities for maintenance activities and operations. Employees at this level are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. BENEFITS: To view our benefits pageclick here. EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS Knowledge of: * Operations, services and activities of a comprehensive water distribution system maintenance and repair program. * Procedures, methods, practices, materials and equipment commonly used in a water distribution system maintenance and repair program. * Occupational hazards and standard safety practices. * Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation. * Principles and procedures of record keeping. * Databases including CMMS, GIS, and SCADA. * Basic principles of municipal budget preparation and control. * Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations. Ability to: * Supervise, organize, and review the work of personnel. * Select, supervise, train and evaluate staff. * Interpret, explain and enforce City and departmental policies and procedures. * Ensure crew compliance with Federal, State and local rules, laws and regulations. * Maintain accurate records and prepare clear and concise reports. * Operate and maintain machinery and equipment related to the maintenance, repair and alterations of water distribution facilities. * Read and interpret engineering blueprints, specifications and technical manuals. * Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. * Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. * Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in the maintenance, repair, and installation of water distribution systems including lead level or supervisory responsibility. Education and/or Training: High school diploma or equivalent. Associates or bachelor's degree in water Science, engineering, biology, public policy, or related field is highly desirable. License, Certificate and/or Other Requirements: * Possession of a California State Department of Drinking Water (DDW) Water Distribution Operator D5 certification at the time of appointment. SELECTION PROCESS It is important that your application and supplemental questionnaire show all the relevant education, training, and experience you possess which qualifies you for this position. All applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed and the most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. Be sure to be thorough in your responses. Statements such as "See application", "Extensive Experience", or "See Resume" are not an acceptable substitute for a completed application and supplemental questionnaire. The selection process may consist of an application screening, written exam, computer skills exam and/or an oral interview. The successful candidate's employment history will be thoroughly evaluated prior to appointment. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION There is currently one (1) vacancy within the Water Resources Department. Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email and spam regularly throughout the recruitment process. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails. CITY APPLICATION AND RESPONSES TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE MUST BE RECEIVED BY 5:30 PM ON THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2025.

Senior Parking Meter Technician positions lead, assign and participate in the installation, removal, inspection and repair of parking meters; track, analyze and report parking meter revenue, repair and maintenance; coordinate and participate in the collection of parking meter revenue; review parking citations for accuracy, track parking citations issued, ensure parking citations are submitted to Parking Administration in a timely manner and issue parking citations when appropriate; research parking meter complaints and investigate parking citation issues for Parking Administration; respond to after-hours meter malfunctions, repairs and alerts as directed by the Parking Meter Operations Supervisor; assist Parking Meter Operations Supervisor with other duties as necessary; and perform other duties as assigned. NOTES: * Eligible benefitted employees originally hired on or after July 10, 2021, will be automatically enrolled in the San Diego City Employees Retirement System (SDCERS). * Senior Parking Meter Technician employees are required to lift up to 90 pounds. * Senior Parking Meter Technician employees may be required to walk up to 5 miles a day. You must meet the following requirements on the date you apply, unless otherwise indicated. EXPERIENCE: Two years of full-time experience repairing and servicing a variety of mechanical equipment (i.e., pumps, valves, air compressors, power tools, parking meters, light meters, small gasoline or diesel engines), AND six months of full-time experience installing, inspecting, servicing and repairing parking meters. NOTE: * City of San Diego employees using Out-of-Class Assignment (OCA) experience to qualify must submit written documentation signed by their appointing authority or payroll specialist, detailing the work performed, dates, and total number of qualifying OCA hours. OCA experience without the required documentation will NOT be considered. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License is required at the time of hire. HIGHLY DESIRABLE: * Experience in operating computer, phone and tablet applications. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (MUST SUBMIT WITH APPLICATION): * For City of San Diego employees, proof of Out-of-Class Assignment (OCA), if utilized to meet the minimum requirements. Required documents should be attached electronically to your application. If you are unable to attach at the time of application submittal, you must submit them as soon as possible via fax: **************; or to the Employment Information Center: City of San Diego Personnel Department, 1200 Third Avenue - Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92101. Include your name and the title of the position for which you are applying. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental questions will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in this initial screening process, your application will be reviewed for applicable education, experience, and/or training to ensure all minimum requirements have been met. Successful candidates will be placed on a list which will be used to fill position vacancies during the next six months (180 days). For each vacancy, only those candidates with the most appropriate qualifications will be contacted by the hiring department for an interview. PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: Employment offers are conditional pending the results of all screening processes applicable to this position, which may include the following: confirmation of citizenship or legal right to work in the United States; completion of a pre-employment medical review and exam (which may include drug and alcohol testing); reference checks; and fingerprinting. Fingerprints will be submitted to the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the California Department of Justice for a conviction record report. Certain positions may require additional screening processes, including a polygraph examination and/or background investigation. All screening processes must be successfully completed before employment begins. A positive test result for alcohol, cannabis/marijuana, illegal drugs, or inadequately explained prescription drugs, or misrepresentation, falsification, or omission of pertinent facts in any step of the screening or selection process, may constitute cause for disqualification or termination of employment. Nothing in this job posting constitutes an express or implied contract for employment with the City of San Diego. Candidates must notify the Personnel Department of any change in their name, mailing address, email address, or phone number, otherwise they may miss employment opportunities. Rev. 1 - November 28, 2025 (New Recruitment Date)