RESOLUTION NO. R-25-16
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SAN MARINO, AMENDING JOB CLASSIFICATIONS
WHEREAS, San Marino Municipal Code section 02.05.01 provides that the City Manager shall prepare position classifications for City employees, subject to City Council approval; and WHEREAS, the City Manager has determined that the job classifications for the positions of Account Clerk, Administrative Assistant, Assistant Planner, Associate Planner, Building Inspector I, Building Inspector II, Code Enforcement Officer, Fire Division Chief, Fleet Maintenance Foreman, Librarian I, Librarian II, Maintenance Worker I, Maintenance Worker II, Maintenance Worker III, Management Analyst, Parks Foreman, Permit Technician, Police Dispatcher/Clerk, Police Officer Recruit, Recreation Supervisor (FT), Senior Planner, Streets Maintenance Foreman, Urban Forester, and Part-Time Police Cadet need to be amended; and WHEREAS, Resolution No. R-25-14 sets forth the salary for City employees; and WHEREAS, the City has met and conferred with the San Marino City Employees’ Association (CEA) for represented positions; and
WHEREAS, per the San Marino Municipal Code section 02.05.01, it is necessary for the City Council to approve the amendment of classifications for the positions of Account Clerk, Administrative Assistant, Assistant Planner, Associate Planner, Building Inspector I, Building Inspector II, Code Enforcement Officer, Fire Division Chief, Fleet Maintenance Foreman, Librarian I, Librarian II, Maintenance Worker I, Maintenance Worker II, Maintenance Worker III, Management Analyst, Parks Foreman, Permit Technician, Police Dispatcher/Clerk, Police Officer Recruit, Recreation Supervisor (FT), Senior Planner, Streets Maintenance Foreman, Urban Forester, and Part-Time Police Cadet.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of San Marino, California, as follows:
SECTION 1. The City Council hereby declares that the recitals set forth above are true and correct, and incorporated into this resolution as findings of the City Council.
SECTION 2. The job classifications for the positions of Account Clerk, Administrative Assistant, Assistant Planner, Associate Planner, Building Inspector I, Building Inspector II, Code Enforcement Officer, Fire Division Chief, Fleet Maintenance Foreman, Librarian I, Librarian II, Maintenance Worker I, Maintenance Worker II, Maintenance Worker III, Management Analyst, Parks Foreman, Permit Technician, Police Dispatcher/Clerk, Police Officer Recruit, Recreation Supervisor (FT), Senior Planner, Streets Maintenance Foreman, Urban Forester, and Part-Time Police Cadet are hereby amended to read as set forth on the attached Exhibit A.
SECTION 3. Severability: If any section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Resolution is, for any reason, held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of CITY OF SAN MARINO RESOLUTION NO. R-25-16
the remaining portions of this Resolution. The City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted this Resolution and each and every section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, subdivisions, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions thereof be declared unconstitutional.
SECTION 5. Effective Date: This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon adoption.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED, at a meeting of the City Council of the City of San Marino, California, on this 25th day of July 25, 2025.
GRETCHEN SHEPHERD ROMEY,
MAYOR
ATTEST:
ALISON WALKER, CITY CLERK
CITY OF SAN MARINO RESOLUTION NO. R-25-16
EXHIBIT “A”
ACCOUNT CLERK
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Under direct supervision of the Accounting Manager/Controller, the Account Clerk is responsible for providing a variety of paraprofessional accounting duties involving financial record keeping or payroll processing. The incumbent may be responsible for generating, collecting, processing and recording City revenues, purchase orders, billing, purchasing office supplies, processing of payroll and performs a variety of supportive administrative tasks.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This classification is characterized by the performance of a variety of tasks within a framework of established procedures and with occasional instruction and assistance.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The duties, skills, and demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties, skills, and demands.
Duties
• Perform a variety of accounting clerical duties involving financial recordkeeping and generating, collecting, processing and recording City revenue; process cash receipts; total cash and checks; reconcile cash drawer. • Review and verify invoices for assigned accounts; audit invoices for accuracy; enter invoice amounts into computer system; type, log, copy, file and disperse payments. • Process purchase orders and enter information into computers; coordinate purchasing functions with other divisions; follow up on orders and back orders; maintain contact with vendors. Ensure compliance with established accounting procedures.
• Create and set up files for new vendors in the City's financial system; make changes to existing vendor files; contact vendors regarding the follow-up questions as necessary.
• Prepare and process of payroll, health insurance billings; generate computer reports; prepare correspondence, process payments and enter information into computer; and distribute checks.
• Maintain office supplies; receive requests for supplies; locate affordable prices; approves order; and place orders and distribute supplies. • Perform a variety of administrative support duties, to include maintenance of files and records and perform data entry and retrieves financial information using a computer.
• Operate a variety of office equipment associated with applications and specialized software.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND DEMANDS
Knowledge of:
• Basic principles of accounting; customer service; mathematical principles; principles of business letter writing, and report preparation.
• Principles and procedures of financial recordkeeping and reporting. • Principles and procedures of procurement.
• Methods and techniques of cash handling.
• Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation and basic mathematics. • Familiarity with standard office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software.
Skills and Demands:
• Maintain a variety of financial records and files.
• Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public; prepare clear and concise reports.
• Set priorities, organize workflow and maintain organization of work and records; multi-task and be responsive to time-sensitive matters; Understand and follow instructions.
• Use time effectively and efficiently to maximize work assignments. • Exercise good judgment and uphold confidentiality in maintaining critical and sensitive information, records, and reports; understand, interpret, and apply general administrative and departmental policies and procedures. • Show interest and understand the needs, expectations, and circumstances of internal and external customers.
• Develop and maintain working relationships.
• Fully comprehend spoken communication by picking up on nuances in tone and meaning and being attentive to non-verbal cues and body language. • Maintain emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities would be:
Education
• High school graduate (or substitution of G.E.D. or California Proficiency Certificate) is required.
• College level course work in accounting, bookkeeping or a related field.
Experience
• Three (3) years of experience in maintaining accounting records including accounts payable and payroll. Experience in a municipal government agency is preferred but not mandatory.
Licenses/Certificates
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license with a satisfactory driving record or the ability to get from point to point for training and classes.
PRINCIPLE VALUES
The City maintains a strong culture of integrity, collaboration, and diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the community at large. To that end, the incumbent is expected to:
• Maintain a strong sense of honesty and integrity by committing to ethical behaviors and taking personal accountability for actions and takes initiative to intervene upon observing unethical behavior.
• Support and appreciate the diverse backgrounds and cultures of the City’s workforce and residents by demonstrating respect to everyone, providing excellent service to all individuals, and fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Demonstrate an ability to respond positively and adapt to changes in the workplace. • Ability to work as a team-player by collaborating with co-workers to make sound decisions when necessary and demonstrating empathy towards co-workers and the community
• Adhere to all safety practices and procedures as required by City policies and the law and encourage others to do the same
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
Employee is regularly required to sit at a desk and in meetings for long periods of time; talk or listen, in person, in meetings and by telephone; use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Lift up to 15 pounds, intermittently, twist to reach equipment; walk to observe department activities; periodically bend and squat; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone and communicate through written means; operate an automobile to attend various meetings and workshops. Interact with employees and the public in possible challenging situations. Occasionally walks up and down stairs.
Work Environment:
Employee generally works 100% indoors. While performing the duties of this job indoors, the work environment is generally in a temperature-controlled office. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but the employee may occasionally be exposed to loud talking and interruptions from telephones, office equipment and/or members of the public and emergency vehicle sirens
This information is available in an alternative format by request to (626) 300- 0780.
The City of San Marino is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and seek diversity in our workforce. San Marino is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
REVISED: JULY 25, 2025
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Under direct supervision of the Department Head, the Administrative Assistant performs a wide variety of responsible technical and clerical duties relating to administration and personnel functions for the department assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Direct supervision is provided by the Department Head. This single class position assists the Department Head with administrative support.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The duties, skills, and demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties, skills, and demands.
Duties
• Perform a wide variety of responsible clerical, technical, and administrative duties in support of the Department Head. Provide customer service, both in-person and by telephone; screen and direct telephone calls; take and relay messages; answer general questions from employees and the public.
• Provide general clerical and administrative support to the Department Head; compose and type letters, memoranda, and other correspondence for signature by the Department Head related to assigned duties and activities. • Process and maintain the department's files, including the department's personnel records to ensure timely performance evaluations and appropriate actions. • Assist in the preparation of required federal and state notices and monitor time requirements regarding these entitlements.
• Receive, coordinate, and maintain film permits, review invoices for accuracy and proper coding.
• Perform a variety of general office support duties; research and compile data for special projects and reports; make copies; maintain calendar of activities, meetings, and various events for assigned staff; process mail including receiving, sorting, timestamping, logging and distributing incoming and outgoing correspondence and packages.
• Keep the Department Head informed of all progress relating to activities and projects related to the department assigned.
• Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer, typewriter, copier, and facsimile machine; utilize various computer applications and software packages. • Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND DEMANDS
Knowledge of:
• Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, use of internet and Microsoft Outlook.
• Basic functions and structure of a municipal organization; methods and techniques of proper phone etiquette; business letter writing and the standard format for typed materials; basic mathematical principles.
• Methods and techniques for record keeping and filing; basic report preparation and writing; proper English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation; customer service and public relations methods and techniques.
Skills and Demands:
• Provide support services; perform a variety of office support and clerical duties and activities of a general and specialized nature in support of the Department Head and Administration.
• Exercise good judgment and uphold confidentiality in maintaining critical and sensitive information, records, and reports; understand, interpret, and apply general administrative and departmental policies and procedures. • Read, understand, and review documents, policies and procedures for accuracy and relevant information; answer questions and provide information to City employees, outside agencies, and the public; update manuals as required with current information.
• Use applicable office terminology, forms, documents, and procedures in the course of the work; use sound judgment in following and applying appropriate laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Compose correspondence and compile and arrange data in a readable and comprehensible manner; proofread and edit draft reports or correspondence for errors in grammar or structure; make accurate arithmetic calculations; type and enter data at a speed necessary for successful job performance. • Maintain ongoing communication with the Department Head regarding issues, department requests; status of projects and completion of tasks; takes direction from the Department Head and follows projects through to completion in a timely manner.
• Set priorities, organize workflow and maintain organization of work and records; multi-task and be responsive to time-sensitive matters. • Establish and maintain complex record keeping systems; coordinate activities and meet critical deadlines; understand and follow instructions; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and those contacted in the course of the work.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities would be:
Education
• High school graduate (or substitution of G.E.D. or California Proficiency Certificate) is required.
• Two years of college level course work in administration, business, or closely related field. Significant related experience may substitute for education.
Experience
• Three (3) years of increasingly responsible technical or administrative experience in personnel administration activities.
Licenses/Certificates
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license.
PRINCIPLE VALUES
The City maintains a strong culture of integrity, collaboration, and diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the community at large. To that end, the incumbent is expected to:
• Maintain a strong sense of honesty and integrity by committing to ethical behaviors and taking personal accountability for actions and takes initiative to intervene upon observing unethical behavior.
• Support and appreciate the diverse backgrounds and cultures of the City’s workforce and residents by demonstrating respect to everyone, providing excellent service to all individuals, and fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Demonstrate an ability to respond positively and adapt to changes in the workplace. • Ability to work as a team-player by collaborating with co-workers to make sound decisions when necessary and demonstrating empathy towards co-workers and the community.
• Adhere to all safety practices and procedures as required by City policies and the law and encourage others to do the same.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
Employee is regularly required to sit at a desk and in meetings for long periods of time; talk or listen, in person, in meetings and by telephone; use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Intermittently, twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; walk to observe department activities; bend and squat to perform file searches; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means; operate an automobile to attend various meetings and workshops. While performing duties, the employee is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; know and understand laws, regulations and codes; remember personnel rules, legal and code requirements; and explain policies and procedures; interact with City management, other governmental officials, employees and the public.
Work Environment:
Characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job indoors, the work environment is generally in a temperature-controlled office. Noise levels in the work environment is usually moderate but the employee may occasionally be exposed to high level noises including but not limited to emergency vehicle sirens, telephones and other office equipment.
This information is available in an alternative format by request to (626) 300- 0780.
The City of San Marino is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and seek diversity in our workforce. San Marino is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
REVISED: JULY 25, 2025
ASSISTANT PLANNER
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Under general supervision, performs professional and technical planning work in the development and implementation of current, long range, community and environmental goals as governed by planning ordinances and development relating to municipal planning, environmental review, and housing.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Reporting to the Senior Planner, the Assistant Planner is an entry-level position in the professional planning series that performs routine professional-level work in the field of current and advanced planning, environmental analysis, and building code Administration.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The duties, skills, and demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties, skills, and demands.
Duties
• Provide assistance at the public counter regarding inquiries and requests about the City's planning functions and procedures for obtaining building permits. • Interpret and explain City policies, plans, procedures, and regulations to the public. • Conduct code enforcement field studies, investigations, and compliance actions. • Review development plans for construction of single-family homes and commercial buildings; explain the City's plans for construction of single-family homes and commercial buildings; explain the City's zoning requirements and procedures to contractors, architects and homeowners for application to the Design Review Committee and Planning Commission.
• Participate in preparing initial studies and in preparing or reviewing environmental impact reports; compile information and make recommendations on special studies and prepares routine planning reports.
• Assist in the creation of presentations for the Planning Commission, City Council, various committees, and advisory boards.
• Participate in zoning enforcement and administration. • Research and draft ordinances for review; and assist in coordinating City planning activities with outside departments.
• Research, collect and analyze demographic, social, economic, geographic, and environmental data and write reports to make recommendations to management. • Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND DEMANDS
Knowledge of:
• Basic principles and practices of urban planning.
• Current literature, information sources, and research techniques in the field of urban planning.
• Major types of construction materials and techniques. • Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation and basic mathematics. • Familiarity with standard office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software.
Skills and Demands:
• Retain and interpret building and zoning codes and City ordinances related to planning and building department activities; interpret technical building codes, ordinances, plans and specifications with increasing independence; interpret planning and zoning programs to the general public.
• Apply environmental laws and regulations and methods of assessment; analyze and compile technical and statistical information and prepare reports. • Conduct, research, prepare detailed narrative reports, perform complex numerical analysis and sort/file documents; make oral presentations. • Review and understand architectural, grading, topographical and related drawings. • Set priorities, organize workflow and maintain organization of work and records. • Use time effectively and efficiently to maximize work assignments. • Exercise good judgment and uphold confidentiality in maintaining critical and sensitive information, records, and reports; understand, interpret, and apply general administrative and departmental policies and procedures. • Show interest and understand the needs, expectations, and circumstances of internal and external customers.
• Develop and maintain working relationships.
• Fully comprehend spoken communication by picking up on nuances in tone and meaning and being attentive to non-verbal cues and body language. • Maintain emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities would be:
Education
• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in urban planning, public administration, geography, architecture, or a closely related field.
Experience
• Internship experience in the field of planning.
Licenses/Certificates
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license.
PRINCIPLE VALUES
The City maintains a strong culture of integrity, collaboration, and diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the community at large. To that end, the incumbent is expected to:
• Maintain a strong sense of honesty and integrity by committing to ethical behaviors and taking personal accountability for actions and takes initiative to intervene upon observing unethical behavior.
• Support and appreciate the diverse backgrounds and cultures of the City’s workforce and residents by demonstrating respect to everyone, providing excellent service to all individuals, and fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Demonstrate an ability to respond positively and adapt to changes in the workplace. • Ability to work as a team-player by collaborating with co-workers to make sound decisions when necessary and demonstrating empathy towards co-workers and the community.
• Adhere to all safety practices and procedures as required by City policies and the law and encourage others to do the same.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
Employee is regularly required to sit at a desk and in meetings for long periods of time; to stand at the counter for long periods of time; talk or listen, in person, in meetings and by telephone; use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Intermittently, twist to reach equipment, surrounding desk; walk to observe construction activities; bend and squat to perform file searches; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means; operate an automobile, and frequently enter and exit an automobile, to attend various meetings and go on inspections. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception, the ability to adjust focus. While performing duties, the employee is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; analyze planning and building services, and technical reports; research and write staff reports and other documents; know laws, regulations and codes; explain and interpret codes, policies and procedures; interact with City management, other governmental officials, contractors, vendors, employees and the public.
Work Environment:
Employee spends 80% working in an office environment and while performing the duties of this job indoors, the work environment is generally in a temperature controlled office.
Noise levels in the work environment is usually moderate but the employee may occasionally be exposed to high level noises including but not limited to emergency vehicle sirens, telephones and other office equipment.
This information is available in an alternative format by request to (626) 300- 0780.
The City of San Marino is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and seek diversity in our workforce. San Marino is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
REVISED: JULY 25, 2025
ASSOCIATE PLANNER
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Associate Planner functions under the Senior Planner and under the direction of the Community Development Director.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Associate Planner is the journey level position in the professional planning series that performs routine professional level work in the field of current planning and advanced planning, environmental analysis, and building code administration.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The duties, skills, and demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties, skills, and demands.
Duties
• Provides assistance at the public counter with inquiries and requests regarding the City's planning functions and procedures for obtaining building permits. • Reviews development plans for construction of single-family homes and commercial buildings; explains the City's zoning requirements and procedures to contractors, architects and homeowners for applications to the Design Review Committee and Planning Commission.
• Participates in the preparation of initial studies and in the preparation of, or review of environmental impact reports.
• Provides primary staff support to the Design Review Committee; compiles information and makes recommendations on special studies and prepares routine planning reports.
• Assists in making presentations to the Planning Commission, City Council, and various committees and advisory boards as directed.
• Participates in zoning enforcement and administration; assists in reviewing development proposals; researches and drafts ordinances for review. • Assists in coordinating City planning activities with outside departments. • May provide supervisory responsibilities over subordinate personnel. • Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND DEMANDS
Knowledge of:
• Basic principles and practices of urban planning; current literature, information sources and research techniques in the field of urban planning; and major types of construction materials and techniques.
• California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); California Planning, Zoning, and Development Laws; and basic principles of Building and Zoning Codes, environmental laws and regulations.
• Modern office practices, procedures, methods and equipment.
Skills and Demands:
• Retain and interpret building and zoning codes and City ordinances related to the Planning and Building Department activities; interpret technical building codes, ordinances, plans and specifications with increasing independence. • Apply environmental laws and regulations and methods of assessment; analyze and compile technical and statistical information and prepare reports; interpret planning and zoning programs to the general public.
• Review and understand architectural, grading, topographical and related drawings; conduct research, prepare detailed narrative reports, perform complex numerical analysis and sort/file documents.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Operate a computer, software programs, and other modern office equipment. • Respond to the public's and staff's requests for assistance both on the phone and in person; and deal effectively with the public while working at the front counter. • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, property owners, contractors, architects, engineers, attorneys, members of the public, and with those contacted in the course of the work. • Observe safety rules; sit for up to two hours at a time, stand, stoop or bend for long periods of time; drive to and from construction sites and conduct field inspections; lift up to 15 pounds; get from one location to another, including climbing stairs, in the course of doing business.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities would be:
Education
• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in urban planning, public administration, geography, architecture, or a closely related field.
Experience
• Two (2) years of full-time-related experience in the position of Assistant Planner or any equivalent.
Licenses/Certificates
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license.
PRINCIPLE VALUES
The City maintains a strong culture of integrity, collaboration, and diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the community at large. To that end, the incumbent is expected to:
• Maintain a strong sense of honesty and integrity by committing to ethical behaviors and taking personal accountability for actions and takes initiative to intervene upon observing unethical behavior.
• Support and appreciate the diverse backgrounds and cultures of the City’s workforce and residents by demonstrating respect to everyone, providing excellent service to all individuals, and fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. • Demonstrate an ability to respond positively and adapt to changes in the workplace. • Ability to work as a team-player by collaborating with co-workers to make sound decisions when necessary and demonstrating empathy towards co-workers and the community.
• Adhere to all safety practices and procedures as required by City policies and the law and encourage others to do the same.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
Employee is regularly required to sit at a desk and in meetings for long periods of time; to stand at the counter for long periods of time; talk or listen, in person, in meetings and by telephone; use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Intermittently, twist to reach equipment, surrounding desk; walk to observe construction activities; bend and squat to perform file searches; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means; operate an automobile, and frequently enter and exit an automobile, to attend various meetings and go on inspections. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception, the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee spends 80% working in an office environment and is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; analyze planning and building services, and technical reports; research and write staff reports and other documents; knows laws, regulations and codes; explain and interpret codes, policies and procedures; interact with City management, other governmental officials, contractors, vendors, employees and the public.
The work environment is generally in a temperature-controlled office. Noise levels in the work environment is usually moderate but the employee may occasionally be exposed to high level noises including but not limited to emergency vehicle sirens, telephones and other office equipment.
This information is available in an alternative format by request to (626) 300- 0780.
The City of San Marino is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and seek diversity in our workforce. San Marino is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
REVISED: JULY 25, 2025
BUILDING INSPECTOR I
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Building Inspector I is responsible for performing a variety of building inspection duties at varying stages of construction, alteration, and repair and assists in the review of building plans and specifications.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Reporting to the Community Development Director, the Building Inspector I is expected to perform the entire range of moderately difficult combinations of inspections (building, plumbing, mechanical and electrical) on a variety of residential and commercial buildings.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The duties, skills, and demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties, skills, and demands.
Duties
• Conduct field inspections of new and remodeled residential, commercial and industrial structures during varying stages of construction, and upon completion, to ensure compliance with various buildings, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing codes.
• Interpret, apply and explain complex codes, laws and regulations; read and interpret construction plans and specifications; review and interpret architectural, grading, topographical and related drawings.
• Perform moderately difficult inspection duties in trade specialties such as structural, plumbing, electrical and mechanical; check compliance with zoning, disabled, energy conservation and similar regulations.
• Respond to requests for information regarding codes, inspections or complaints; investigate violations or complaints and discuss difficult problems or disagreements on interpretation with the Code Enforcement Manager.
• Review plans and applications for building permits and process applications; issue building permits; issue certificates of occupancy; assist the public in the completion of forms and applications for building, electrical, plumbing and mechanical permits. • Assist in checking building plans; assure proper and safe installations of routine and complex building systems.
• Coordinate inspection activities with other City departments and divisions. • Make field review of plans and specifications. Conduct code enforcement inspection work.
• Ascertain conformance to the State and Local Building Code, Plumbing and Electrical Codes and pertinent provisions of State codes and City ordinances. • Participate in training for inspectors and keep current on new codes, ordinances, laws and amendments.
• Confer with architects, contractors, builders and the general public in the field and office; explain and interpret requirements and Restrictions. • Maintain inspection and permit records and files and prepare detailed inspection reports.
• Prepare correspondence and research new or amended codes or regulations. • Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND DEMANDS
Knowledge of:
• Principles and practices of building, plumbing, mechanical and electrical codes; applicable city, county, state and federal laws, codes, ordinances and regulations, including the California building code, Plumbing code, Mechanical Code, and Electrical Code; Uniform Housing Code, basic zoning, grading, and flooding requirements.
• Building inspection procedures and policies; typical construction methods and materials; principles of structural design, engineering mathematics and building plan review.
• Processes and procedures to handle various building permits. • Record keeping procedures and records management and retention schedule practices.
• Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and basic arithmetic. • Good customer service methods and techniques.
• Permit processing software.
• Building Codes, State Contractors' Licenses and Workers Compensation requirements.
• Safe work practices and procedures.
• Familiarity with standard office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software.
Skills and Demands:
• Prepare clear, concise and competent reports, correspondence and other written materials; perform complex mathematical calculations rapidly and accurately; ort and file documents.
• Work independently in the absence of supervision; exercise initiative and sound independent judgment within general policy guidelines; exercise safe work and driving practices.
• Conduct field inspections on a daily basis by driving and frequently entering and exiting an automobile and inspect buildings while under construction including climbing ladders, crawling through attics and walking on roof tops. • Set priorities, organize workflow and maintain organization of work and records; multi-task and be responsive to time-sensitive matters; Understand and follow instructions.
• Use time effectively and efficiently to maximize work assignments. • Exercise good judgment and uphold confidentiality in maintaining critical and sensitive information, records, and reports; understand, interpret, and apply general administrative and departmental policies and procedures. • Show interest and understand the needs, expectations, and circumstances of internal and external customers.
• Develop and maintain working relationships.
• Fully comprehend spoken communication by picking up on nuances in tone and meaning and being attentive to non-verbal cues and body language. • Maintain emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities would be:
Education
• Graduation from high school or equivalent is required. • College level coursework in the inspection field is desirable.
Experience
• Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience performing building inspection work.
Licenses/Certificates
• Current certifications issued by the International Code Council (ICC) as a Building Inspector, Electrical Inspector, Plumbing Inspector, and Mechanical Inspector. • Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license.
PRINCIPLE VALUES
The City maintains a strong culture of integrity, collaboration, and diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the community at large. To that end, the incumbent is expected to:
• Maintain a strong sense of honesty and integrity by committing to ethical behaviors and taking personal accountability for actions and takes initiative to intervene upon observing unethical behavior.
• Support and appreciate the diverse backgrounds and cultures of the City’s workforce and residents by demonstrating respect to everyone, providing excellent service to all individuals, and fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. • Demonstrate an ability to respond positively and adapt to changes in the workplace. • Ability to work as a team-player by collaborating with co-workers to make sound decisions when necessary and demonstrating empathy towards co-workers and the community.
• Adhere to all safety practices and procedures as required by City policies and the law and encourage others to do the same.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
Employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, crawl, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds; talk or listen, in person, in meetings and by telephone; use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. Twist to reach equipment; walk to observe activities; periodically bend and squat; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone and communicate through written means; interact with employees and the public in possible challenging situations. Conduct field inspections on a daily basis by driving; Sit in a vehicle for long periods of time, to enter and exit a vehicle often and get from one location to another in the course of doing business. Inspect buildings while under construction including climbing ladders, crawling through attics and walking on roof tops and getting from one location to another in the course of doing business. Work outdoors in all weather conditions including hot with sun exposure, cold and wet.
Work Environment:
Employee generally works 30% indoors and 70% outdoors. While performing the duties of this job indoors, the work environment is generally in a temperature-controlled office. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but the employee may occasionally be exposed to loud talking and interruptions from telephones, office equipment and/or members of the public and emergency vehicle sirens
While performing the duties of this job outdoors, the employee may be exposed to noise, vibration, extremes in temperature or humidity, dust, most weather conditions and visiting developed and undeveloped sites in various stages of construction. Noise levels in the work environment is usually moderate but the employee may occasionally be exposed to high level noises including but not limited to emergency vehicle sirens, road traffic, shouting, and yelling.
This information is available in an alternative format by request to (626) 300- 0780.
The City of San Marino is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and seek diversity in our workforce. San Marino is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
REVISED: JULY 25, 2025
BUILDING INSPECTOR II
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Building Inspector II, under general supervision of the Community Development Director, performs a variety of building inspection duties at various stages of construction, alteration and repair and assists in the review of building plans and specifications.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Building Inspector II is a journey level, non-exempt position who is expected to perform the entire range of moderately difficult combinations of inspections (building, plumbing, mechanical and electrical) on a variety of residential and commercial buildings. The Building Inspector II is distinguished by the higher level of skill, experience and certifications required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The duties, skills, and demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties, skills, and demands.
Duties
• Conduct field inspections of new and remodeled residential and commercial structures during various stages of construction and upon completion to ensure compliance with applicable building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing codes. • Respond to requests for information regarding codes, inspections or complaints; investigates violations or complaints and discusses difficult problems or disagreements on interpretation with the Planning and Building Director. • Review plans and applications for building permits; processes applications over the counter; issue building permits; issue certificates of occupancy; assist the public in the completion of forms and applications for building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical permits.
• Assist in the checking of building plans; assure proper and safe installations of routine and complex building systems.
• Coordinate inspection activities with other City departments and divisions; make field review of plans and specifications.
• Participate in training for inspectors and keeps current on new codes, ordinances, laws and amendments.
• Confers with architects, contractors, builders and the general public in the field and at the counter; issues correction notices; explains and interprets requirements and restrictions.
• Maintain inspection and permit records and files and prepares inspection reports. • Prepares correspondence, researches new or amended codes or regulations. • Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND DEMANDS
Knowledge of:
• Principles and practices of building, plumbing, mechanical and electrical codes; applicable city, county, state and federal laws, codes, ordinances and regulations, including the California Building Code, Plumbing Code, Mechanical Code, and Electrical Code; Uniform Housing Code, basic zoning, grading, and drainage requirements.
• Acquired knowledge of state laws that pertain to non-residential accessibility, energy conservation, and green building.
• Building inspection procedures and policies; typical construction methods and materials; principles of structural design, engineering mathematics and building plan review.
• Good customer service practices.
• Modern office methods, practices, procedures and equipment.
Skills and Demands:
• Interpret, apply, and explain complex codes, laws and regulations; read and interpret construction plans and specifications; review and interpret architectural, grading, topographical and related drawings.
• Use of common office software and computer, calculator, telephone, copying machine, and other tools related to building inspection. • Respond to the public's and staff's requests for assistance both on the phone and in person; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Prepare clear, concise and competent reports, correspondence and other written materials; perform complex mathematical calculations rapidly and accurately; ability to sort and file documents.
• Communicate pleasantly and effectively with the public and City staff. • Work independently in the absence of supervision; exercise initiative and sound independent judgment within general policy guidelines; exercise safe work and driving practices.
• Sit and/or stand up for up to two hours at a time; lift up to 40 pounds; drive a city vehicle.
• Conduct field inspections on a daily basis by driving and frequently entering and exiting an automobile.
• Inspect buildings while under construction, including climbing ladders, crawling through attics and walking on roof tops.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities would be:
Education
• Graduation from high school or equivalent is required. • College level coursework in the inspection field is desirable.
Experience
• Five (5) years of full-time increasingly responsible experience performing building inspection work.
Licenses/Certificates
• Current certifications issued by the International Code Council (ICC) as a Building Inspector, Electrical Inspector, Plumbing Inspector, and Mechanical Inspector are required.
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license.
PRINCIPLE VALUES
The City maintains a strong culture of integrity, collaboration, and diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the community at large. To that end, the incumbent is expected to:
• Maintain a strong sense of honesty and integrity by committing to ethical behaviors and taking personal accountability for actions and takes initiative to intervene upon observing unethical behavior.
• Support and appreciate the diverse backgrounds and cultures of the City’s workforce and residents by demonstrating respect to everyone, providing excellent service to all individuals, and fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. • Demonstrate an ability to respond positively and adapt to changes in the workplace. • Ability to work as a team-player by collaborating with co-workers to make sound decisions when necessary and demonstrating empathy towards co-workers and the community.
• Adhere to all safety practices and procedures as required by City policies and the law and encourage others to do the same.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
Employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, crawl, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
Employee generally works 30% indoors and 70% outdoors. The work environment indoors is usually in a temperature-controlled office; some travel is required. While performing the duties of this job outdoors, the employee occasionally works in varying weather conditions, visiting developed and undeveloped sites in various stages of construction. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but the employee may occasionally be exposed to high level noises including but not limited to outdoor construction equipment.
This information is available in an alternative format by request to (626) 300- 0780.
The City of San Marino is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and seek diversity in our workforce. San Marino is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
REVISED: JULY 25, 2025
CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Code Enforcement Officer is responsible for enforcing the City’s Codes, ordinances, and regulations related to building, zoning and business license requirements.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Under general supervision of the Code Enforcement Manager, the Code Enforcement Officer is responsible for performing a variety of duties in the investigation of violations and enforcement of state and municipal codes, ordinances, and regulations. Incumbents receive and investigate public nuisance, licensing regulations, property maintenance, abandoned vehicles and related code provision complaints and other issues relating to the health, safety and welfare of the community for public and private residential, commercial and industrial property, initiate enforcement, issues citations and violation notices.
Employees in this classification may work rotating shifts that may include evenings, weekends and holidays.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The duties, skills, and demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties, skills, and demands.
Duties
• Receive and investigate complaints of violation of City codes, ordinances and regulations; issue notices of violation and other documents to abate public nuisances; conduct follow-up investigations to ensure compliance. • Coordinate, schedule, and perform inspections and investigation activities related to zoning and business license requirements; implement programs, policies, and procedures to ensure program effectiveness; inspect and report instances of graffiti. • Answer inquiries from the public, in person, over the phone or via email; provide code enforcement information and explain procedures.
• Prepare initial abatement and follow-up correspondence, issue citations and notices of violation.
• Determine and document methods to achieve compliance consistent with laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations.
• Research and prepare case files for legal action by City Prosecutor for noncompliance; assist with prosecution of violators; coordinate enforcement programs in City departments, divisions and outside agencies; prepare, appear and testify at administrative hearings and/or in court.
• Maintain comprehensive files, records and reports related to citations and violations; prepare a variety of written reports, memoranda, and correspondence; document violations by securing photographs and other pertinent data; input and retrieve information from records systems using a computer terminal. • Organize assigned field and office work to provide efficient handling of citizen complaints; address situations involving public contact in a professional and courteous manner; issue business licenses and vehicle permits. • Conduct site visits; take photographs; confer with City staff, legal counsel, Vector Control, Humane Society and County Health staff regarding violations. • Perform other related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND DEMANDS
Knowledge of:
• Principles and practices of building, plumbing, mechanical and electrical codes; applicable city, county, state and federal laws, codes, ordinances and regulations, including the California building code, Plumbing code, Mechanical Code, and Electrical Code; Uniform Housing Code, basic zoning, grading, and flooding requirements.
• Principles and techniques involved in code enforcement, including the understanding and interpretation of city codes and ordinance.
• Municipal organizational structure, codes, regulations and ordinances. • Process and procedure associated with business licenses, recordkeeping and record management practices.
• Applicable local, state and federal laws and codes related to planning, building, zoning and land use.
Skills and Demands:
• Interpret and apply a variety of City and state regulations and analyze situations carefully and adopt effective courses of action, within department guidelines. • Work independently in the absence of supervision; analyze situations carefully and adopt effective courses of action.
• Set priorities, organize workflow and maintain organization of work and records; multi-task and be responsive to time-sensitive matters; Understand and follow instructions.
• Use time effectively and efficiently to maximize work assignments. • Exercise good judgment and uphold confidentiality in maintaining critical and sensitive information, records, and reports; understand, interpret, and apply general administrative and departmental policies and procedures. • Show interest and understand the needs, expectations, and circumstances of internal and external customers.
• Develop and maintain working relationships.
• Fully comprehend spoken communication by picking up on nuances in tone and meaning and being attentive to non-verbal cues and body language. • Maintain emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities would be:
Education
• Graduation from high school or equivalent is required. • A minimum of seven (7) units in college or vocational course work in plumbing, electrical, carpentry or mechanical programs.
Experience
• Six (6) months’ experience doing code enforcement or housing inspections or completion of a four-year apprenticeship in any one of the following building trades:
carpentry, plumbing, mechanical, or electrical work.
Licenses/Certificates
• Possession of, or ability to obtain within one (1) year of appointment, certification as a Code Enforcement Officer issued by the California Association of Code Enforcement Officers (CACEO) or similar certification as determined by the appointing authority. Employees hired before July 1, 2025, and employed as Code Enforcement Officers as of July 1, 2025 are not subject to this requirement. • Possession of, or ability to obtain within one year of appointment, Penal Code section 832 certificate. Employees hired before July 1, 2025, and employed as Code Enforcement Officers as of July 1, 2025 are not subject to this requirement. The City will pay the fees associated with obtaining the required certificate and compensate employees for attending the training as may be required by law. The City may defer the requirement to obtain the required certificate subject to budgetary restrictions. If the City defers the requirement to obtain the certificate, the employees will not be disciplined for commensurate delay in obtaining such certificate. • Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license with a satisfactory driving record
PRINCIPLE VALUES
The City maintains a strong culture of integrity, collaboration, and diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the community at large. To that end, the incumbent is expected to:
• Maintain a strong sense of honesty and integrity by committing to ethical behaviors and taking personal accountability for actions and takes initiative to intervene upon observing unethical behavior.
• Support and appreciate the diverse backgrounds and cultures of the City’s workforce and residents by demonstrating respect to everyone, providing excellent service to all individuals, and fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. • Demonstrate an ability to respond positively and adapt to changes in the workplace. • Ability to work as a team-player by collaborating with co-workers to make sound decisions when necessary and demonstrating empathy towards co-workers and the community.
• Adhere to all safety practices and procedures as required by City policies and the law and encourage others to do the same.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
Employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, crawl, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds; talk or listen, in person, in meetings and by telephone; use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. Twist to reach equipment; walk to observe activities; periodically bend and squat; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone and communicate through written means; interact with employees and the public in possible challenging situations. Conduct field inspections on a daily basis by driving; Sit in a vehicle for long periods of time, to enter and exit a vehicle often and get from one location to another in the course of doing business. Inspect buildings while under construction, including climbing ladders, and get from one location to another in the course of doing business. Work outdoors in all weather conditions including hot with sun exposure, cold and wet.
Work Environment:
Employee generally works 30% indoors and 70% outdoors. While performing the duties of this job indoors, the work environment is generally in a temperature-controlled office. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but the employee may occasionally be exposed to loud talking and interruptions from telephones, office equipment and/or members of the public and emergency vehicle sirens
While performing the duties of this job outdoors, the employee may be exposed to noise, vibration, extremes in temperature or humidity, dust, most weather conditions and visiting developed and undeveloped sites in various stages of construction. Noise levels in the work environment are usually moderate, but the employee may occasionally be exposed to high level noises including but not limited to emergency vehicle sirens, road traffic, shouting, and yelling.
This information is available in an alternative format by request to (626) 300- 0780.
The City of San Marino is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and seek diversity in our workforce. San Marino is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
REVISED: JULY 25, 2025
FLEET MAINTENANCE FOREMAN
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Fleet Maintenance Foreman is responsible to supervise and perform the more complicated work in the service of mechanical repairs on motor vehicles, other medium and light duty equipment, the outfitting and repair of vehicular of fire/police apparatus, welding and electrical repairs, body and paint work and keep maintenance records.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Reporting to the Parks and Public Works Manager, the Fleet Maintenance Foreman is responsible to exercise functional and technical supervision over team members involved in equipment repair and maintenance.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The duties, skills, and demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties, skills, and demands.
Duties
• Perform general mechanical overhaul and repair work on machinery and light and medium motorized vehicles such as three-wheel motor scooters, passenger automobiles, trucks, police vehicles, police/fire apparatus, and miscellaneous equipment.
• Inspect, adjust, and replace units and related parts; diagnose faulty operations of mechanical equipment to determine location and nature of trouble. • Identify safety hazards in equipment under maintenance; instruct others in the safe and efficient use of tools and equipment.
• Prepare and maintain preventive and regular maintenance records, reports of materials, parts and work performed.
• Conduct condition and assessment analysis for scheduled maintenance. • Plan, direct, coordinate, and review the work plan for assigned staff; assign work activities, projects, and programs; review and evaluate work product, methods, and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems, correct deficiencies; and implement discipline.
• Ensure safe operating practices and procedures are maintained • Establish and control operating procedures and work standards and inspect work performed by team members for quality control.
• Order supplies and materials and estimate job costs; weld and fabricate parts as necessary; operate equipment as necessary.
• Ensure that team members are properly supplied with materials, tools and equipment and use all required PPE’s.
• Assist Parks and Public Works Manager concerning estimates of personnel, equipment and materials required for specific projects. • Coordinate and assign personnel and equipment in a manner which is safe and causes minimum interference with pedestrians and vehicular traffic. • Assist in the development of safety rules and procedures and ensure adherence to proper safety precautions.
• Assists in the supervision, training and evaluation of subordinates. • Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND DEMANDS
Knowledge of:
• Tools, equipment and procedures used in overhaul, repair and adjustment of equipment, fuel, ignition, electrical and cooling systems and their repair and adjustment.
• Principles and methods used in a program of preventative maintenance. • Procedures for purchasing materials, tools, and mechanical supplies and equipment; and issuing bid requests.
• Record keeping and reporting requirements.
• Procedures for purchasing materials, tools, and mechanical supplies and equipment; and issuing bid requests.
• Principles and methods of training, teamwork, goal setting, problem solving and laws governing employee relations.
• Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; writing and other document preparation; office methods, procedures and equipment and basic mathematics. Cal/OSHA regulations and safe work practices and workers’ compensation polices and regulations.
Skills and Demands:
• Interpret and apply a variety of City and department policies and procedures; analyze situations carefully and adopt effective courses of action. • Guide and encourage others to accomplish a common goal. • Make mechanical repairs to a variety of motorized equipment; prepare and maintain preventive and regular maintenance schedules; operate and understand the performance standards of the equipment worked on.
• Instruct others in the safe and efficient use of tools and equipment. • Effectively plan, organize, direct and coordinate the work of staff; lead, coach, instruct and motivate employees; foster a teamwork environment. • Negotiate effective solutions to complex problems; analyze situations accurately, using independent judgment and adopt effective courses of action. • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other employees, officials and the general public; provide outstanding customer satisfaction (internally and externally).
• Draw meaning and conclusions from quantitative and qualitative data. • Show interest and understand the needs, expectations, and circumstances of internal and external customers.
• Fully comprehends spoken communication by picking upon nuances in tone and meaning and being attentive to non-verbal cues and body language. • Use correct vocabulary, grammar, sentence structure, spelling and punctuation when constructing written correspondence, reports, or other documentation. • Stay informed and share information with others, ensuring accuracy and reliability of information.
• Maintain emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities would be:
Education
• Graduation from high school or equivalent is required.
Experience
• Five (5) years of skilled mechanical experience in the overall repair of automotive and medium and light power-driven equipment; and one (1) year of supervisory experience.
Licenses/Certificates
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
PRINCIPLE VALUES
The City maintains a strong culture of integrity, collaboration, and diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the community at large. To that end, the incumbent is expected to:
• Maintain a strong sense of honesty and integrity by committing to ethical behaviors and taking personal accountability for actions and takes initiative to intervene upon observing unethical behavior.
• Support and appreciate the diverse backgrounds and cultures of the City’s workforce and residents by demonstrating respect to everyone, providing excellent service to all individuals, and fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Demonstrate an ability to respond positively and adapt to changes in the workplace. • Ability to work as a team-player by collaborating with co-workers to make sound decisions when necessary and demonstrating empathy towards co-workers and the community.
• Adhere to all safety practices and procedures as required by City policies and the law and encourage others to do the same.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen, in person and by phone. Employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, crawl, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 51 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Operate light and heavy motorized equipment, and/or automobiles or trucks while performing the duties of this position. Intermittently, twist to reach equipment; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone and communicate through written means; walk to observe activities; periodically bend and squat; interact with employees and the public in possible challenging situations; drive, operate and sit in a vehicle or equipment; Work outdoors in all weather conditions including hot with sun exposure, cold and wet; know and understand laws, regulations and codes; remember legal and code requirements; and explain policies and procedures; interact with City management, other governmental officials, employees and the public.
Work Environment:
This position generally works 70% outdoors and 30% outdoors.
While performing the duties of this job indoors, the work environment is generally in a temperature-controlled office. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but the employee may occasionally be exposed to loud talking and interruptions from telephones, office equipment and/or members of the public and emergency vehicle sirens.
While performing the duties of this job outdoors, the employee may be exposed to noise, vibration, extremes in temperature or humidity, dust, most weather conditions. Noise levels in the work environment is usually moderate but the employee may occasionally be exposed to high level noises including but not limited to emergency vehicle sirens, road traffic, shouting, and yelling.
This information is available in an alternative format by request to (626) 300- 0780.
The City of San Marino is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and seek diversity in our workforce. San Marino is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
REVISED: JULY 25, 2025
LIBRARIAN I
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Under general supervision of the Supervising Librarian, performs professional library work involving reference services, library collections development, cataloging, programs for youth, teens, and adults and other services in specialized areas of the library.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the entry level within the Librarian Series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Librarian II by the performance of routine tasks and duties. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed.
Employees in this class typically report to Library II/Supervising Librarians. Librarians may provide work supervision, direction, guidance and training to Library Clerks, Library Assistants, Pages and interns and volunteers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The duties, skills, and demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties, skills, and demands.
Duties
• Designs and implements public programming with or at the direction of the department Librarian, including in-house and digital marketing. Performs outreach and volunteer recruitment.
• Responds to a variety of general to complex inquiries by patrons and performs research and reference services by accessing a broad range of resources including printed material, online databases and other authoritative resources; conducts training for both staff and the public on the use of library resources. Select, order, catalog and classify new books and materials; determine books and materials that need repair, replacement or removal from collection.
• Assist with the preparation of statistical reports, participate in the development and implementation of strategic goals and objectives.
• When assigned as "Supervisor-In-Charge", acts as moderator in difficult patron interactions, applying and implementing library policies and guidelines appropriately, modifying or adjusting these on a case-by-case basis and referring unresolved issues to a full-time Supervisor or management; refers building malfunction and emergency maintenance issues to appropriate staff, makes schedule adjustments for unplanned absences, and opens/closes the facility.
• Assists or designs and delivers online or face-to-face educational programs for various age groups that are customized to meet audience needs and take a variety of forms including book talks, lectures, story hours, workshops, one-on-one consultations, group instruction, performances and presentations. • Assists in developing and maintaining assigned library collections; participates in selection of book and non-book collection materials; reads a wide variety of book reviews and evaluations of new books and makes collection recommendations; evaluates current collections for currency, use and physical condition to determine collection needs and items to be updated, replaced or withdrawn. • Plan and participate in community outreach and services, and related programs as assigned. Speaks before groups on library programs and services, acts as a liaison with various organizations.
• Assist individuals and groups in locating, checking in and out library materials; provide information and orientation to library facilities and services; explain and assist patrons in the use of reference materials and sources. • Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND DEMANDS
Knowledge of:
• Professional library practices, principles and materials; reference sources and cataloging techniques; reading interest levels; and current and classic authors and books.
• Public library programs and their relationship to community needs. • Reading guidance techniques for a public library.
• Operational characteristics, services, and activities of modern library programs; principles and practices of library organization, system development, and service delivery.
• Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation and basic mathematics, familiarity with standard office and library equipment.
Skills and Demands:
• Use time effectively and efficiently to maximize work assignments. • Assess patron needs and available resources and direct patrons to appropriate materials.
• Prepare and present public library programs using multimedia resources. • Show interest and understand the needs, expectations, and circumstances of internal and external customers.
• Promote and market library services in the community. • Develop and maintain working relationships.
• Fully comprehends spoken communication by picking upon nuances in tone and meaning and being attentive to non-verbal cues and body language. • Maintain emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education
• A Master's degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited college or university.
Experience
• Prefer one (1) year experience at the Library Assistant Level.
Licenses/Certificates
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
PRINCIPLE VALUES
The City maintains a strong culture of integrity, collaboration, and diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the community at large. To that end, the incumbent is expected to:
• Maintain a strong sense of honesty and integrity by committing to ethical behaviors and taking personal accountability for actions and takes initiative to intervene upon observing unethical behavior.
• Support and appreciate the diverse backgrounds and cultures of the City’s workforce and residents by demonstrating respect to everyone, providing excellent service to all individuals, and fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Demonstrate an ability to respond positively and adapt to changes in the workplace. • Ability to work as a team-player by collaborating with co-workers to make sound decisions when necessary and demonstrating empathy towards co-workers and the community.
• Adhere to all safety practices and procedures as required by City policies and the law and encourage others to do the same.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
Employee is regularly required to sit at a desk and in meetings for long periods of time; talk or listen, in person, in meetings and by telephone; use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Lift up to 15 pounds intermittently, twist to reach equipment surrounding the desk; walk to observe department activities; bend and squat to perform file searches; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means; operate an automobile to attend various meetings and workshops. While performing duties, the employee is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; know and understand laws, regulations and codes; remember personnel rules, legal and code requirements; and explain policies and procedures; interact with City management, other governmental officials, employees and the public.
Work Environment:
Employee generally works indoors. While performing the duties of this job indoors, the work environment is generally in a temperature-controlled office. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but the employee may occasionally be exposed to loud talking and interruptions from telephones, office equipment and/or members of the public and emergency vehicle sirens
This information is available in an alternative format by request to (626) 300- 0780.
The City of San Marino is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and seek diversity in our workforce. San Marino is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
REVISED: JULY 25, 2025
LIBRARIAN II
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Under direction, plans, supervises and reviews the work of professional and paraprofessional and support staff and is responsible for the administration and maintenance of a major unit within a library service area such as adult, teens or children’s services.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Employees within this class are distinguished from the Librarian I by the performance of more advanced librarian tasks and duties. Librarian II functions under the general supervision of the City Librarian. Librarian II trains, supervises and evaluates subordinate personnel and volunteers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The duties, skills, and demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties, skills, and demands.
Duties
• Provides day-to-day leadership and works with staff to ensure a high performance, customer service-oriented work environment that supports achieving City and departmental mission, objectives and service standards; applies best practices and quality assurance processes to assigned areas of responsibility; Provides day-today leadership and works with staff to ensure a high performance, customer serviceoriented work environment that supports achieving City and departmental mission, objectives and service standards; applies best practices and quality assurance processes to assigned areas of responsibility; enforces the maintenance of safe working conditions and ensures safe work practices are followed by staff; provides leadership to ensure a fair and open work environment in accordance with the City's commitment to equal employment opportunity. provides leadership to ensure a fair and open work environment in accordance with the City's commitment to equal employment opportunity.
• Interviews and participates in selecting new unit staff; supervises and evaluates staff performance; establishes performance requirements and personal development targets; regularly monitors performance and provides training, coaching and mentoring for performance improvement; recommends performance recognition when warranted; with management concurrence, implements the progressive discipline process to address performance deficiencies, in accordance with City human resources policies and labor contract agreements. • Plans, assigns, schedules, supervises and evaluates the work of assigned staff; with staff, develops, implements and monitors work plans to achieve assigned unit objectives; provides input to the annual budget; makes purchases and other expenditures in accordance with City procedures and monitors performance against the annual budget; participates in developing, implementing and evaluating plans, processes and procedures to achieve established goals and objectives in accordance with department standards; prepares and maintains a variety of records and reports.
• Plans, organizes and supervises the design and implementation of public programming, including in-house and digital marketing.
• Conducts analyses and studies community needs and patron requests to ensure that programs and services meet needs and interests; recommends changes and improvements to services as needed.
• Develops and implements outreach programs to engage community and business groups and residents in library services and programs; attends and speaks at community meetings of service clubs, committee groups and others. • Implement and monitor budget for supervised section, ensures funds are spent responsibly.
• Represents the library in the community by maintaining effective relations with individual schools, other agencies, organizations and neighborhood groups. Assist patrons in the effective use of library resources, services and facilities • Participate in and supervise the selection, ordering, cataloging and classifying of new books, materials and online databases; authorize repair and replacement or removal of materials from collection.
• Assist with the preparation of statistical reports, participate in the development and implementation of strategic goals and objectives.
• When assigned as "Supervisor-In-Charge", acts as moderator in difficult patron interactions, applying and implementing library policies and guidelines appropriately, modifying or adjusting these on a case-by-case basis and referring unresolved issues to management; refers building malfunctions and emergency maintenance issues to appropriate staff, makes schedule adjustments for unplanned absences, and opens/closes the facility.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND DEMANDS
Knowledge of:
• Professional library practices, principles and materials; reference sources and cataloging techniques; reading interest levels; and current and classic authors and books.
• Operational characteristics, services, and activities of modern library programs; principles and practices of library organization, system development, and service delivery.
• Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation and basic mathematics, familiarity with standard office and library equipment. • Applicable federal and state laws, rules and regulations. • Principles and practices of effective supervision.
• City human resources policies and labor contract provisions.
Skills and Demands:
• Set priorities, organize workflow and maintain organization of work and records; multi-task and be responsive to time-sensitive matters; Understand and follow instructions.
• Use time effectively and efficiently to maximize work assignments. • Exercise good judgment and uphold confidentiality in maintaining critical and sensitive information, records, and reports; understand, interpret, and apply general administrative and departmental policies and procedures. • Show interest and understand the needs, expectations, and circumstances of internal and external customers.
• Develop and maintain working relationships.
• Fully comprehends spoken communication by picking upon nuances in tone and meaning and being attentive to non-verbal cues and body language. • Maintain emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity. • Display honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability. • Appreciate the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures. • Respond positively to change and modify behavior as the situation requires. • Adhere to all safety practices and procedures and encourage and support others to be safe in their work activities.
• Have sound collaborative decision-making, judgement and diplomacy skills. • Show empathy towards the community and colleagues.
• Have a service mentality, respect for and sincere desire to help others with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Have a strong sense of integrity and commitment to ethical behavior and accountability.
• Have courage to intervene and protect against unethical behavior. • Work collaboratively with team members to create and support a positive customer service environment.
• Demonstrate, promote and support a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.
• Supervisory principles and methods, including goal setting, training, teamwork, and problem solving.
• Administer a comprehensive program of library services for adults and children. • Promote literacy and a knowledge of and interest in library services. • Select books for readers which will meet their needs. • Set priorities, organize workflow and maintain organization of work and records; multi-task and be responsive to time-sensitive matters; Understand and follow instructions.
• Use time effectively and efficiently to maximize work assignments. • Exercise good judgment and uphold confidentiality in maintaining critical and sensitive information, records, and reports; understand, interpret, and apply general administrative and departmental policies and procedures. • Show interest and understand the needs, expectations, and circumstances of internal and external customers.
• Develop and maintain working relationships.
• Fully comprehend spoken communication by picking up on nuances in tone and meaning and being attentive to non-verbal cues and body language. • Maintain emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education
• A Master's degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited college or university.
Experience
• Two (2) years of increasingly responsible professional librarian experience.
Licenses/Certificates
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
PRINCIPLE VALUES
The City maintains a strong culture of integrity, collaboration, and diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the community at large. To that end, the incumbent is expected to:
• Maintain a strong sense of honesty and integrity by committing to ethical behaviors and taking personal accountability for actions and takes initiative to intervene upon observing unethical behavior.
• Support and appreciate the diverse backgrounds and cultures of the City’s workforce and residents by demonstrating respect to everyone, providing excellent service to all individuals, and fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Demonstrate an ability to respond positively and adapt to changes in the workplace. • Ability to work as a team-player by collaborating with co-workers to make sound decisions when necessary and demonstrating empathy towards co-workers and the community.
• Adhere to all safety practices and procedures as required by City policies and the law and encourage others to do the same.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
Employee is regularly required to sit at a desk and in meetings for long periods of time; talk or listen, in person, in meetings and by telephone; use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Lift up to 15 pounds intermittently, twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; walk to observe department activities; bend and squat to perform file searches; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means; operate an automobile to attend various meetings and workshops. While performing duties, the employee is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; know and understand laws, regulations and codes; remember personnel rules, legal and code requirements; and explain policies and procedures; interact with City management, other governmental officials, employees and the public.
Work Environment:
Employee generally works indoors. While performing the duties of this job indoors, the work environment is generally in a temperature-controlled office. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but the employee may occasionally be exposed to loud talking and interruptions from telephones, office equipment and/or members of the public and emergency vehicle sirens.
This information is available in an alternative format by request to (626) 300- 0780.
The City of San Marino is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and seek diversity in our workforce. San Marino is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
REVISED: JULY 25, 2025
MAINTENANCE WORKER I
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Maintenance Worker I is responsible for performing a variety of skilled and semiskilled work in the maintenance of park grounds or landscaped areas, street, facilities, fleet maintenance and public works.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Maintenance Worker I performs work under the supervision of the Parks and Public Works Division Manager or Foreman.
The Maintenance Worker I is expected to perform the entire range of maintenance work. The Maintenance Worker I is distinguished from a Maintenance Worker II and III by the performance of routine tasks and duties. Maintenance Worker I may advance to the Maintenance Worker II level when training and experience are sufficient to perform at the journey level.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The duties, skills, and demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties, skills, and demands.
Duties
• Perform skilled and semiskilled work in one or more specific duties related to the repair and maintenance of streets, alleys, storm drains, sewers, sidewalks, curbs, traffic signs and markings, streetlights, facilities, fleet, parks and grounds and traffic signals.
• Use hand tools in various assignments; operate three axle vehicles, tractors, brush chippers, mowers, and aerial lift; operate light motorized equipment including trucks, pneumatic power tools, paint sprayer, power grinder, and related equipment. • Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on a variety of tools, vehicles, and equipment; report the need for major repairs.
• Frame, pour, and finish curbs, gutters, and sidewalks. • Perform a variety of semiskilled work in the maintenance of park grounds or landscaped areas including; cultivate and prepare ground around plants and shrubs, mix and apply fertilizers and pesticides; plant, prune, and remove trees, flowers, and shrubs; operate, repair and install irrigation systems; mow, weed, prune, renovate, and fertilize grass and rake leaves.
• Clean picnic grounds and tables, walk fields, courts, restrooms, and other facilities. Conduct field inspections to ensure the safety of the public facilities. • Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND DEMANDS
Knowledge of:
• General principles, methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in street and fleet maintenance and repair.
• Basic construction and public works maintenance techniques; care and operation of a variety of power tools and equipment.
• General principles, methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in cultivating, trimming, removing trees, irrigation systems, and park maintenance.
Skills and Demands:
• Work under inclement weather.
• Perform strenuous manual work.
• Work in close proximity to motorized equipment and operate heavy and light motorized equipment.
• Set priorities, organize workflow and maintain organization of work and records; multi-task and be responsive to time-sensitive matters; Understand and follow instructions.
• Use time effectively and efficiently to maximize work assignments. • Understand, interpret, and apply general administrative and departmental policies and procedures.
• Show interest and understand the needs, expectations, and circumstances of internal and external customers.
• Develop and maintain working relationships.
• Fully comprehend spoken communication by picking up on nuances in tone and meaning and being attentive to non-verbal cues and body language. • Maintain emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity.
• Display honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability. • Appreciates the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures. • Respond positively to change and modify behavior as the situation requires. • Adhere to all safety practices and procedures and encourage and support others to be safe in their work activities.
• Have sound collaborative decision-making, judgement and diplomacy skills. • Show empathy towards the community and colleagues.
• Have a service mentality, respect for and sincere desire to help others with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Have a strong sense of integrity and commitment to ethical behavior and accountability.
• Have courage to intervene and protect against unethical behavior. • Work collaboratively with team members to create and support a positive customer service environment.
• Demonstrate, promote and support a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education
• Graduation from high school or equivalent is required.
Experience
• One (1) year experience in one (1) or more of the following areas: fleet, facilities, grounds, or street maintenance.
Licenses/Certificates
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
PRINCIPLE VALUES
The City maintains a strong culture of integrity, collaboration, and diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the community at large. To that end, the incumbent is expected to:
• Maintain a strong sense of honesty and integrity by committing to ethical behaviors and taking personal accountability for actions and takes initiative to intervene upon observing unethical behavior.
• Support and appreciate the diverse backgrounds and cultures of the City’s workforce and residents by demonstrating respect to everyone, providing excellent service to all individuals, and fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Demonstrate an ability to respond positively and adapt to changes in the workplace. • Ability to work as a team-player by collaborating with co-workers to make sound decisions when necessary and demonstrating empathy towards co-workers and the community.
• Adhere to all safety practices and procedures as required by City policies and the law and encourage others to do the same.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, crawl, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 51 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Employee is regularly required to talk or listen, in person and by telephone. Operate light and heavy motorized equipment, and/or automobiles or trucks while performing the duties of this position. Intermittently, twist to reach equipment; perform maintenance to and construction of streets, curbs, gutters and other infrastructure; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone and communicate through written means; walk to observe activities; periodically bend and squat; interact with employees and the public in possible challenging situations; drive, operate and sit in a vehicle or equipment for long periods of time; enter and exit a vehicle often and get from one location to another in the course of doing business. Work outdoors in all weather conditions including hot with sun exposure, cold and wet.
Work Environment:
Employee generally works 10% indoors and 90% outdoors.
While performing the duties of this job indoors, the work environment is generally in a temperature-controlled office. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but the employee may occasionally be exposed to loud talking and interruptions from telephones, office equipment and/or members of the public and emergency vehicle sirens While performing the duties of this job outdoors, the employee may be exposed to noise, vibration, extremes in temperature or humidity, dust, and most weather conditions. Noise levels in the work environment is usually moderate but the employee may occasionally be exposed to high level noises including but not limited to emergency vehicle sirens, outdoor construction equipment, road traffic, shouting, and yelling.
This information is available in an alternative format by request to (626) 300- 0780.
The City of San Marino is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and seek diversity in our workforce. San Marino is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
REVISED: JULY 25, 2025
MAINTENANCE WORKER II
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Maintenance Worker II performs a variety of skilled and semiskilled work in the maintenance of park grounds or landscaped areas, street, fleet, and facilities.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Maintenance Worker II performs work under the supervision of the Parks and Public Works Division Manager or Foreman.
The Maintenance Worker II is expected to perform the entire range of maintenance work. The Maintenance Worker II is distinguished from a Maintenance Worker I by the level of supervision received, and the higher level of skills, experience, and independence required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The duties, skills, and demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties, skills, and demands.
Duties
• The Maintenance Worker II is responsible to perform skilled and semiskilled work in one or more specific duties related to the repair and maintenance of facilities, streets, alleys, storm drains, sewers, sidewalks, curbs, traffic signs and markings, streetlights, fleet, and traffic signals.
• Use hand tools in various assignments; operate three axle vehicles, tractors, brush chippers, mowers, and aerial lift; operate light motorized equipment including trucks, pneumatic power tools, paint sprayer, power grinder, and related equipment. • Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on a variety of tools, vehicles, and equipment; report the need for major repairs.
• Frame, pour, and finish curbs, gutters, and sidewalks. • Perform a variety of semiskilled work in the maintenance of park grounds or landscaped areas including: cultivate and prepare ground around plants and shrubs, mix and apply fertilizers and pesticides; plant, prune and remove trees, flowers, and shrubs; operate, repair and install irrigation systems; mow, weed, prune, renovate, and fertilize grass; rake leaves.
• Clean picnic grounds and tables, walk fields, courts, restrooms, and other facilities. Conduct field inspections to ensure the safety of the public facilities. • Perform routine maintenance and repair of city owned facilities, including plumbing, electrical and HVAC.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND DEMANDS
Knowledge of:
• General principles, methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in street and fleet e maintenance and repair.
• Basic construction and public works maintenance techniques. • Care and operation of a variety of power tools and equipment. • General principles, methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in cultivating, trimming, removing trees, irrigation systems, and park maintenance.
Skills and Demands:
• Work under inclement weather.
• Perform strenuous manual work.
• Work in close proximity to motorized equipment and operate heavy and light motorized equipment.
• Set priorities, organize workflow and maintain organization of work and records; multi-task and be responsive to time-sensitive matters; Understand and follow instructions.
• Use time effectively and efficiently to maximize work assignments. • Understand, interpret, and apply general administrative and departmental policies and procedures.
• Show interest and understand the needs, expectations, and circumstances of internal and external customers.
• Develop and maintain working relationships.
• Fully comprehend spoken communication by picking up on nuances in tone and meaning and being attentive to non-verbal cues and body language. • Maintain emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities would be:
Education
• Graduation from high school or equivalent is required.
Experience
• Two (2) years’ experience in one or more of the following areas: fleet, street, grounds, and/or facilities maintenance.
Licenses/Certificates
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
PRINCIPLE VALUES
The City maintains a strong culture of integrity, collaboration, and diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the community at large. To that end, the incumbent is expected to:
• Maintain a strong sense of honesty and integrity by committing to ethical behaviors and taking personal accountability for actions and takes initiative to intervene upon observing unethical behavior.
• Support and appreciate the diverse backgrounds and cultures of the City’s workforce and residents by demonstrating respect to everyone, providing excellent service to all individuals, and fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Demonstrate an ability to respond positively and adapt to changes in the workplace. • Ability to work as a team-player by collaborating with co-workers to make sound decisions when necessary and demonstrating empathy towards co-workers and the community.
• Adhere to all safety practices and procedures as required by City policies and the law and encourage others to do the same.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, crawl, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 51 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Employee is regularly required to talk or listen, in person and by telephone. Operate light and heavy motorized equipment, and/or automobiles or trucks while performing the duties of this position. Intermittently, twist to reach equipment; perform maintenance to and construction of streets, curbs, gutters and other infrastructure; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone and communicate through written means; walk to observe activities; periodically bend and squat; interact with employees and the public in possible challenging situations; drive, operate and sit in a vehicle or equipment for long periods of time; enter and exit a vehicle often and get from one location to another in the course of doing business. Work outdoors in all weather conditions including hot with sun exposure, cold and wet.
Work Environment:
Employee generally works 10% indoors and 90% outdoors.
While performing the duties of this job indoors, the work environment is generally in a temperature-controlled office. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but the employee may occasionally be exposed to loud talking and interruptions from telephones, office equipment and/or members of the public and emergency vehicle sirens While performing the duties of this job outdoors, the employee may be exposed to noise, vibration, extremes in temperature or humidity, dust, most weather conditions. Noise levels in the work environment is usually moderate but the employee may occasionally be exposed to high level noises including but not limited to emergency vehicle sirens, outdoor construction equipment, road traffic, shouting, and yelling.
This information is available in an alternative format by request to (626) 300- 0780.
The City of San Marino is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and seek diversity in our workforce. San Marino is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
REVISED: JULY 25, 2025
MAINTENANCE WORKER III
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Maintenance Worker III performs a variety of skilled work in one or more specific duties related to the construction, repair, and maintenance of streets, alleys, storm drains, sewers, sidewalks, curbs, traffic signs and street markings, fleet, facilities, streetlights, and traffic signals and grounds.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Maintenance Worker II performs work under the supervision of the Parks and Public Works Division Manager or Foreman.
The Maintenance Worker III is expected to perform the entire range of skilled maintenance work. This is a full journey level classification within the Maintenance Worker series. Incumbents function as lead workers and may be assigned to supervise Maintenance Workers at the I and II levels. Incumbents possess technical or functional expertise and exercise independent judgment. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise. This classification leads and participates in a variety of skilled tasks in the maintenance of facilities, streets, alleys, storm drains, sewers, sidewalks, curbs, traffic signs and street markings, fleet, parks, grounds, streetlights, and traffic signals.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The duties, skills, and demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties, skills, and demands.
Duties
• Under supervision of the Parks and Public Works Division Manager, the Maintenance Worker III is responsible for performing skilled work in one or more specific duties related to the repair and maintenance of facilities, streets, alleys, storm drains, sewers, sidewalks, curbs, traffic signs and street markings, fleet, streetlights, grounds, parks, and traffic signals.
• Use hand tools in various assignments; operate three axle vehicles, tractors, brush chippers, mowers, and aerial lift; operate light motorized equipment including trucks, pneumatic power tools, paint sprayer, power grinder, and related equipment. • Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on a variety of tools, vehicles, and equipment; report the need for major repairs.
• Frame, pour, and finish curbs, gutters, and sidewalks. • Perform a variety of skilled work in the maintenance of park grounds or landscaped areas including: cultivate and prepare ground around plants and shrubs, mix and apply fertilizers and pesticides; plant, prune and remove trees, flowers, and shrubs; operate, repair and install irrigation systems; mow, weed, prune, renovate, and fertilize grass.
• Performs routine maintenance and repair of city owned facilities, including plumbing, electrical and HVAC.
• Act as lead for a crew or activity in the repair and maintenance of facilities, streets, alleys, storm drains, sewers, sidewalks, curbs, traffic signs and street markings, fleet, streetlights, grounds, parks, and traffic signals. • Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND DEMANDS
Knowledge of:
• General principles, methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in street, sewer, facilities, traffic signs/lights, street markings, fleet, and grounds, maintenance and repair and maintenance techniques.
• Basic construction and public works maintenance techniques. • Care and operation of a variety of power tools and equipment. • Principles, methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in cultivating, trimming, removing trees, irrigation systems, and park maintenance. • principles and methods of training, teamwork, goal setting, problem solving and laws governing employee relations.
• Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; business letter writing and other document preparation; office methods, procedures and equipment and basic mathematics.
• Cal/OSHA regulations and safe work practices and workers’ compensation polices and regulations.
Skills and Demands:
• Work under inclement weather.
• Perform strenuous manual work.
• Work in close proximity to motorized equipment and operate heavy and light motorized equipment; use required tools and equipment safely and effectively. • Effectively plan, organize, direct and coordinate the work of staff; lead, coach, instruct and motivate employees; foster a teamwork environment. • Negotiate effective solutions to problems; analyze situations accurately, use independent judgment and adopt effective courses of action. • Guide and encourage others to accomplish a common goal. • Set priorities, organize workflow and maintain organization of work and records; multi-task and be responsive to time-sensitive matters; Understand and follow instructions.
• Use time effectively and efficiently to maximize work assignments. • Understand, interpret, and apply general administrative and departmental policies and procedures.
• Show interest and understand the needs, expectations, and circumstances of internal and external customers.
• Develop and maintain working relationships.
• Fully comprehend spoken communication by picking up on nuances in tone and meaning and being attentive to non-verbal cues and body language. • Maintain emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities would be:
Education
• Graduation from high school or equivalent is required.
Experience
• Five (5) years’ experience in one or more of the following areas: fleet, street, grounds, and/or facilities maintenance.
Licenses/Certificates
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
PRINCIPLE VALUES
The City maintains a strong culture of integrity, collaboration, and diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the community at large. To that end, the incumbent is expected to:
• Maintain a strong sense of honesty and integrity by committing to ethical behaviors and taking personal accountability for actions and takes initiative to intervene upon observing unethical behavior.
• Support and appreciate the diverse backgrounds and cultures of the City’s workforce and residents by demonstrating respect to everyone, providing excellent service to all individuals, and fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Demonstrate an ability to respond positively and adapt to changes in the workplace. • Ability to work as a team-player by collaborating with co-workers to make sound decisions when necessary and demonstrating empathy towards co-workers and the community.
• Adhere to all safety practices and procedures as required by City policies and the law and encourage others to do the same.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, crawl, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 51 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Employee is regularly required to talk or listen, in person and by telephone. Operate light and heavy motorized equipment, and/or automobiles or trucks while performing the duties of this position. Intermittently, twist to reach equipment; perform maintenance to and construction of streets, curbs, gutters and other infrastructure; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone and communicate through written means; walk to observe activities; periodically bend and squat; interact with employees and the public in possible challenging situations; drive, operate and sit in a vehicle or equipment for long periods of time; enter and exit a vehicle often and get from one location to another in the course of doing business. Work outdoors in all weather conditions including hot with sun exposure, cold and wet.
Work Environment:
Employee generally works 20% indoors and 80% outdoors.
While performing the duties of this job indoors, the work environment is generally in a temperature-controlled office. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but the employee may occasionally be exposed to loud talking and interruptions from telephones, office equipment and/or members of the public and emergency vehicle sirens While performing the duties of this job outdoors, the employee may be exposed to noise, vibration, extremes in temperature or humidity, dust, most weather conditions. Noise levels in the work environment is usually moderate but the employee may occasionally be exposed to high level noises including but not limited to emergency vehicle sirens, outdoor construction equipment, road traffic, shouting, and yelling.
This information is available in an alternative format by request to (626) 300- 0780.
The City of San Marino is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and seek diversity in our workforce. San Marino is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
REVISED: JULY 25, 2025
MANAGEMENT ANALYST
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Under administrative direction, the Management Analyst is responsible to perform a wide variety of complex administrative and analytical support for a department or division; participate in assigned administrative processes, operations, procedures, and programs; perform research, prepare financial data and statistical information in support of managerial functions; and provide information and assistance to the public regarding the assigned programs and services.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Management Analyst receives directions from the department head of the assigned department and may exercise technical and functional supervision over support and technical staff. Employee receives only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and is fully aware of the work unit.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The duties, skills, and demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties, skills, and demands.
Duties
• Conduct or direct assigned projects or program activities; perform research and statistical analysis; collect, compile, and analyze information from various sources on a variety of specialized topics related to assigned programs; prepare and present reports of findings which interpret data and identify alternatives; make and justify recommendations as to appropriate action.
• Act as project manager to include responsibility to plan, organize, coordinate and delegate all aspects of one or more projects, including definition, design and implementation; Create long- and short-term plans, including setting targets for milestones and adhering to deadlines; delegate project tasks; make effective decisions when presented with multiple options for how to progress with the project; serve as a point of contact for teams when multiple units are assigned to the same project to ensure team actions remain in synergy.
• Provide assistance to department management, other City personnel, and the public regarding administrative, fiscal, or operational issues, policies, or procedures. • Develop and implement processes and procedures for improving organizational effectiveness; develop measures for evaluating departmental accomplishments. • Develop RFP’s, RFQ’s, proposals and forecasts.
• Participate in the development of department goals and objectives; participate in the development of the department budget and in budget administration; prepare and monitor program grants and related proposals; monitor compliance with applicable contractual agreements.
• Assist in the drafting and implementation of City policies and procedures; compile information and prepare manuals, documents, resolutions, or publications relating to administrative, fiscal, or operational issues.
• Prepare comprehensive technical records and reports pertaining to assigned areas of responsibility; conduct research and comprehensive data collection efforts to support analysis; Prepare detailed and comprehensive written reports. • Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND DEMANDS
Knowledge of:
• Principles and practices of grants management.
• Applicable federal, state and local laws, ordinances and regulations pertaining to local government operations.
• Principals of organizational, public administration and management practices as applied to the analysis, evaluation, development, and implementation of programs, policies, and procedures in service areas; administrative principles and methods, including goal setting, program development and pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Principles and practices of research techniques and statistical analyses, sources and availability of information, and methods of report presentation; applicable legal guidelines and standards affecting the administration of a municipal government. • Principles and practices of contract administration, contract risk transfer and evaluation; risk management requirements and techniques. • Social, political and environmental issues influencing program administration. • Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; business letter writing and other document preparation; office methods, procedures and equipment and basic mathematics.
• Supervisory principles and methods, including goal setting, training, teamwork, and problem solving and laws governing employee relations.
Skills and Demands:
• Interpret and apply a variety of City and department policies and procedures; analyze situations carefully and adopt effective courses of action. • Provide information and organize material in compliance with laws, regulations, and policies; lead and direct operations, services, and activities in assigned area of responsibility; prepare clear and concise administrative reports. • Analyze financial, budget and technical reports; interpret and evaluate staff reports; know laws, regulations and codes; problem solve community service issues; remember personnel rules, legal and code requirements; and explain and interpret codes, policies and procedures.
• Set priorities, organize workflow and maintain organization of work and records; multi-task and be responsive to time-sensitive matters; Understand and follow instructions.
• Use time effectively and efficiently to maximize work assignments. • Exercise good judgment and uphold confidentiality in maintaining critical and sensitive information, records, and reports; understand, interpret, and apply general administrative and departmental policies and procedures. • Show interest and understand the needs, expectations, and circumstances of internal and external customers.
• Develop and maintain working relationships.
• Fully comprehend spoken communication by picking up on nuances in tone and meaning and being attentive to non-verbal cues and body language. • Maintain emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education
• Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business administration, public administration, or a related field.
Experience
• Two (2) years of increasingly responsible analytical or administrative experience in municipal government.
Licenses/Certificates
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
PRINCIPLE VALUES
The City maintains a strong culture of integrity, collaboration, and diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the community at large. To that end, the incumbent is expected to:
• Maintain a strong sense of honesty and integrity by committing to ethical behaviors and taking personal accountability for actions and takes initiative to intervene upon observing unethical behavior.
• Support and appreciate the diverse backgrounds and cultures of the City’s workforce and residents by demonstrating respect to everyone, providing excellent service to all individuals, and fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Demonstrate an ability to respond positively and adapt to changes in the workplace. • Ability to work as a team-player by collaborating with co-workers to make sound decisions when necessary and demonstrating empathy towards co-workers and the community.
• Adhere to all safety practices and procedures as required by City policies and the law and encourage others to do the same.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
Employee is regularly required to sit at a desk and in meetings for long periods of time; talk or listen, in person, in meetings and by telephone; use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. Lift up to 15 pounds intermittently; twist to reach equipment; walk to observe department activities; periodically bend and squat; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone and communicate through written means; interact with employees and the public in possible challenging situations. Occasionally walks up and down stairs.
Work Environment:
Employee generally works 95% indoors and 5% outdoors. While performing the duties of this job indoors, the work environment is generally in a temperature-controlled office. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but the employee may occasionally be exposed to loud talking and interruptions from telephones, office equipment and/or members of the public and emergency vehicle sirens.
While performing the duties of this job outdoors, the employee may be exposed to noise, vibration, extremes in temperature or humidity, dust, most weather conditions. Noise levels in the work environment is usually moderate but the employee may occasionally be exposed to high level noises including but not limited to emergency vehicle sirens, road traffic, shouting, and yelling.
This information is available in an alternative format by request to (626) 300- 0780.
The City of San Marino is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and seek diversity in our workforce. San Marino is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
REVISED: JULY 25, 2025
PARKS FOREMAN
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Parks Foreman is responsible for supervising and participating in the work of team members involved in the maintenance and repair of public parks, buildings, recreational areas and facilities.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Reporting to the Parks and Public Works Manager, the Parks Foreman is responsible to exercise functional and technical supervision over team members involved in park, facilities and grounds repair and maintenance.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The duties, skills, and demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties, skills, and demands.
Duties
• Supervise and assist in the maintenance and care of park and related park facilities involving the planting of trees, flowers, shrubs and grass; supervise and assist employees engaged in planting, removing, trimming trees, lowering limbs, removing cuttings and operating tree trimming equipment.
• Supervise and participate in the installation and repair of irrigation systems, recreation equipment and athletic facilities; operate automotive and maintenance equipment; supervise and assist in the treatment of grass, plants, shrubs and trees with chemicals in the control of insects and diseases.
• Perform the more skilled tasks assigned to the park maintenance crew and use specialized machines including power and hand tools; maintain records of work performed and supplies used; estimate labor and material costs for work to be performed.
• Supervise the maintenance and repair of City facilities. • Prepare and maintain maintenance records, reports of materials, parts and work performed.
• Conduct condition and assessment analysis for facility maintenance, including plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems.
• Order supplies and materials and estimate job costs.
• Plan, direct, coordinate, and review the work plan for assigned staff; assign work activities, projects, and programs; review and evaluate work product, methods, and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems, correct deficiencies; and implement discipline.
• Ensure safe operating practices and procedures are maintained • Establish and control operating procedures and work standards and inspect work performed by team members for quality control.
• Order supplies and materials and estimate job costs; operate equipment as necessary.
• Ensure that team members are properly supplied with materials, tools and equipment and use all required PPE’s.
• Assist Parks and Public Works Manager concerning estimates of personnel, equipment and materials required for specific projects. • Coordinate and assign personnel and equipment in a manner which is safe and causes minimum interference with pedestrians and vehicular traffic • Identify safety hazards and instruct others in the safe and efficient use of tools and equipment. Assist in the development of safety rules and procedures and ensure adherence to proper safety precautions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND DEMANDS
Knowledge of:
• Tools, equipment and procedures used in maintenance of facilities and buildings. • Principles and methods used in a program of preventative maintenance. • Methods, procedures, tools, equipment and materials used in planting, cultivating, propagating, fertilizing and trimming of trees, shrubs, flowers, and the removal of trees.
• Plant and tree pests and diseases and the methods of their control and eradication; basic construction repair methods, including carpentry, pipe fitting, painting and cement work; maintenance and repair of light power equipment. • Record keeping and reporting requirements; the use of pesticides and other hazardous chemicals used in landscaping.
• Procedures for purchasing materials, tools, and mechanical supplies and equipment; and issuing bid requests.
• Building and facilities maintenance activities, including plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems.
• Principles and methods of training, teamwork, goal setting, problem solving and laws governing employee relations.
• Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; business letter writing and other document preparation; office methods, procedures and equipment and basic mathematics
• Cal/OSHA regulations and safe work practices and workers’ compensation polices and regulations.
Skills and Demands:
• Understand, interpret and be competent in, reading and interpreting construction plans and specifications and prepares plans for minor projects. • Interpret and apply a variety of City and department policies and procedures; analyze situations carefully and adopt effective courses of action. • Guide and encourage others to accomplish a common goal. • Effectively plan, organize, direct and coordinate the work of staff; lead, coach, instruct and motivate employees; foster a teamwork environment. • Negotiate effective solutions to complex problems; analyze situations accurately, using independent judgment and adopt effective courses of action. • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other employees, officials and the general public; provide outstanding customer satisfaction (internally and externally).
• Draw meaning and conclusions from quantitative and qualitative data. • Show interest and understand the needs, expectations, and circumstances of internal and external customers.
• Fully comprehends spoken communication by picking upon nuances in tone and meaning and being attentive to non-verbal cues and body language. • Use correct vocabulary, grammar, sentence structure, spelling and punctuation when constructing written correspondence, reports, or other documentation. • Stay informed and share information with others, ensuring accuracy and reliability of information.
• Maintain emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities would be:
Education
• Graduation from high school or equivalent is required.
Experience
• Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in park, building or grounds maintenance and one (1) year of supervisory experience.
Licenses/Certificates
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Pesticide Applicator License (QAC): Requires a valid State of California Pesticide Applicator License (QAC) within 6 months of appointment.
PRINCIPLE VALUES
The City maintains a strong culture of integrity, collaboration, and diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the community at large. To that end, the incumbent is expected to:
• Maintain a strong sense of honesty and integrity by committing to ethical behaviors and taking personal accountability for actions and takes initiative to intervene upon observing unethical behavior.
• Support and appreciate the diverse backgrounds and cultures of the City’s workforce and residents by demonstrating respect to everyone, providing excellent service to all individuals, and fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Demonstrate an ability to respond positively and adapt to changes in the workplace. • Ability to work as a team-player by collaborating with co-workers to make sound decisions when necessary and demonstrating empathy towards co-workers and the community.
• Adhere to all safety practices and procedures as required by City policies and the law and encourage others to do the same.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen, in person and by phone. Employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, crawl, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 51 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Operate light and heavy motorized equipment, and/or automobiles or trucks while performing the duties of this position. Intermittently, twist to reach equipment; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone and communicate through written means; walk to observe activities; periodically bend and squat; interact with employees and the public in possible challenging situations; drive, operate and sit in a vehicle or equipment; Work outdoors in all weather conditions including hot with sun exposure, cold and wet; know and understand laws, regulations and codes; remember legal and code requirements; and explain policies and procedures; interact with City management, other governmental officials, employees and the public.
Work Environment:
Characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employee generally works 30% indoors and 70% outdoors.
While performing the duties of this job indoors, the work environment is generally in a temperature-controlled office. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but the employee may occasionally be exposed to loud talking and interruptions from telephones, office equipment and/or members of the public and emergency vehicle sirens.
While performing the duties of this job outdoors, the employee may be exposed to noise, vibration, extremes in temperature or humidity, dust, most weather conditions and is exposed to hazardous materials such as pesticides that may cause injury or illness if not used correctly. Noise levels in the work environment is usually moderate but the employee may occasionally be exposed to high level noises including but not limited to outdoor construction, emergency vehicle sirens, road traffic, shouting, and yelling.
This information is available in an alternative format by request to (626) 300- 0780.
The City of San Marino is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and seek diversity in our workforce. San Marino is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
REVISED: JULY 25, 2025
PERMIT TECHNICIAN
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Permit Technician is responsible for processing building permits and business licenses and a wide variety of planning and building support tasks in the Community Development Department.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Permit Technician functions under the supervision of the Community Development Director and is responsible for assisting architects, engineers, contractors, business owners, and homeowners by providing routine and technical information related to the issuance of permits, providing technical information regarding routine municipal code requirements and ordinances and assisting the public in completing building permit and business license applications and other required forms.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The duties, skills, and demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties, skills, and demands.
Duties
• Assist the public in person, over the telephone and by e-mail with application and permit questions and concerns.
• Issue construction permits and Business Licenses.
• Receive requests for inspections; receive, log, route, and track various development plans and permits being processed.
• Research, review, and copy various permits; prepare various reports for departmental use.
• Process residential Certificates of Compliance and Commercial Certificates of Use and Occupancy; maintain permit forms and handout materials. • Coordinate with public agencies; research property files for compliance with codes. • Respond to and answer questions for the general public; answer the telephone and route calls to the appropriate person; provide support to planning and building staff. • Use architectural and engineering scales to determine dimensions and calculate areas and percentages.
• Calculate a variety of fees for plan check, permits, and other development impact fees and determine construction valuations based on established standards. • Review and approve less complicated non-structural plan checks. • Maintain computerized permit information system, computer files and other manual logs on all permits and related documents to monitor progress of plan review and track permit status.
• Maintain a variety of buildings, planning and business license related records. • Notify applicants when plans or permits are ready for pick-up or issuance. • Research case histories, property ownership records, and other records and compile data.
• Prepare and catalog files for records management system processing. • Verify that projects have obtained all necessary approvals before issuing permits. • Verify valid contractor’s license, workers’ compensation and valid business license information has been filed with the city.
• Log and processes complaints.
• Prepare Certificate of Occupancy.
• Assist inspectors in coordinating inspection requests. • Assist with obtaining corrections and coordinating other plans processed by the department.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND DEMANDS
Knowledge of:
• Principles and practices of permit application review. • Plans, codes, ordinances and related terminology, architectural drawing convention and what comprises a complete set of building plans.
• Process and procedures to handle various building permits and business licenses. • Record keeping procedures and records management and retention schedule practices.
• Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and basic arithmetic. • Good customer service methods and techniques.
• Permit processing software.
• Building Codes, State Contractors' Licenses and Workers Compensation requirements.
• Safe work practices and procedures.
• Familiarity with standard office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software.
Skills and Demands:
• Set priorities, organize workflow and maintain organization of work and records; multi-task and be responsive to time-sensitive matters; Understand and follow instructions.
• Use time effectively and efficiently to maximize work assignments. • Exercise good judgment and uphold confidentiality in maintaining critical and sensitive information, records, and reports; understand, interpret, and apply general administrative and departmental policies and procedures. • Show interest and understand the needs, expectations, and circumstances of internal and external customers.
• Develop and maintain working relationships.
• Fully comprehend spoken communication by picking up on nuances in tone and meaning and being attentive to non-verbal cues and body language. • Maintain emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities would be:
Education
• Graduation from high school or equivalent is required. • Possession of a Permit Technician Certificate is highly desirable.
Experience
• Two (2) years of experience with extensive public contact working in a building, planning, and/or construction environment or completion of nine (9) of more college semester units or their equivalent in planning, building inspection technology, engineering, architecture, code enforcement, fire science technology, or a closely related field and one (1) year of public contact experience.
Licenses/Certificates
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Within twelve months of appointment, incumbent must obtain a Permit Technician certification from the International Code Council (ICC). Employees hired before July 1, 2025, and employed as Permit Technicians as of July 1, 2025, are not subject to this requirement. The City will pay the fees associated with obtaining the required certificate and compensate incumbents for attending the training as may be required by law. The City may defer the requirement to obtain the required certificate subject to budgetary restrictions. If the City defers the requirement to obtain the certificate, the employees will not be disciplined for commensurate delay in obtaining such a certificate.
PRINCIPLE VALUES
The City maintains a strong culture of integrity, collaboration, and diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the community at large. To that end, the incumbent is expected to:
• Maintain a strong sense of honesty and integrity by committing to ethical behaviors and taking personal accountability for actions and takes initiative to intervene upon observing unethical behavior.
• Support and appreciate the diverse backgrounds and cultures of the City’s workforce and residents by demonstrating respect to everyone, providing excellent service to all individuals, and fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Demonstrate an ability to respond positively and adapt to changes in the workplace. • Ability to work as a team-player by collaborating with co-workers to make sound decisions when necessary and demonstrating empathy towards co-workers and the community.
• Adhere to all safety practices and procedures as required by City policies and the law and encourage others to do the same.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
Employee is regularly required to sit at a desk and in meetings for long periods of time; talk or listen, in person, in meetings and by telephone; use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. Lift up to 15 pounds intermittently; twist to reach equipment; walk to observe department activities; periodically bend and squat; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone and communicate through written means; interact with employees and the public in possible challenging situations. Occasionally walks up and down stairs.
Work Environment:
Employee generally works 95% indoors. While performing the duties of this job indoors, the work environment is generally in a temperature-controlled office. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but the employee may occasionally be exposed to loud talking and interruptions from telephones, office equipment, and/or members of the public and emergency vehicle sirens.
While performing the duties of this job outdoors, the employee may be exposed to noise, vibration, extremes in temperature or humidity, dust, most weather conditions. Noise levels in the work environment is usually moderate but the employee may occasionally be exposed to high level noises including but not limited to emergency vehicle sirens, road traffic, shouting, and yelling.
This information is available in an alternative format by request to (626) 300- 0780.
The City of San Marino is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and seek diversity in our workforce. San Marino is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
REVISED: JULY 25, 2025
POLICE DISPATCHER/CLERK
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Under supervision, the Police Dispatcher/Clerk performs general duties related to the operation of a communications center that receives incoming calls for emergency and nonemergency police and fire assistance; dispatches required equipment and personnel; receives and transmits teletypes for related computer systems; operates a variety of communications equipment including radio, telephone, and computer systems; completes and maintains a variety of police records.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a civilian employee in the Police Department and is distinguished from a Police Officer position because it is without peace officer powers. The Police Dispatcher/Clerk reports to the Police Records Manager and is functionally under the supervision of the Watch Commander.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The duties, skills, and demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties, skills, and demands.
Duties
• Receive emergency and non-emergency calls for service, determine nature and location of call; determine priority of calls, and dispatch units accordingly; keep track of police unit locations and status.
• Obtain and record all necessary information to transmit to the appropriate safety personnel; use radio equipment or other means of communication to dispatch appropriate personnel and equipment.
• Receives and transfers, if necessary, 911 system emergency calls for service. • Receives and transfers text to 911 calls for service. • Monitors building video surveillance cameras.
• Maintains communication with field units, watch commanders, staff and support personnel; monitors voice radio and teletype system communication involving surrounding agencies.
• Transmit messages over radio using law enforcement radio codes. • Record messages or relay requests to appropriate persons/agencies. • Maintain a variety of police records including, but not limited to, radio logs, daily activity bulletins and case logs of sequentially numbered crime and incident reports occurring during a given time period.
• Transmit and receive teletype information.
• Enters, maintains, retrieves and interprets data in police department computer systems (e.g. Computer Aided Dispatch and Records Management System). • Transmits and inquires via CLETS, DOJ, National Crime Information Center, and FBI databases.
• Data entry of citations.
• Receive payment for police services.
• Performs fingerprinting for the general public.
• Creates invoices for house watch requests.
• Prepares monthly transmittal of cash and credit card receipts. • Distributes documents to employees and /or agencies.
• Assist members of the public at the Police Department reception desk. • Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND DEMANDS
Knowledge of:
• The organization, functions, and responsibilities of the Police Department. • Operations, services, and activities of a public safety telecommunications and dispatch center.
• Operational characteristics of public safety communications equipment including computer aided dispatch systems and multi-channel radio systems. • Law enforcement and emergency service procedures for responding to and handling reported incidents.
• Techniques of questioning for both emergency and non-emergency calls. • Methods and techniques of receiving, prioritizing, and dispatching emergency and non-emergency calls for service.
• Radio codes currently used by the Police Department.
• Functions of the Police Department and other City departments. • Geographic features and locations within the area served. • Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations. • Methods and techniques of telephone etiquette and conflict resolution. • Principles and procedures of police recordkeeping, security and dissemination. • Police Department forms and procedures, particularly those used for crime reports. • Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation and basic mathematics. • Familiarity with standard office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software.
Skills and Demands:
• Communicate clearly and distinctly using proper English pronunciation and grammar.
• Learn and retain the geographic deployment of the police patrol units; analyze and interpret maps.
• Analyze problems and rationally and calmly take appropriate action according to policies and procedures of the police department.
• Establish priorities during emergency situations; react calmly and effectively to emergency situations.
• Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer, teletype, portable radio, calculator, telephone and copy machine, type accurately at a speed necessary for successful job performance.
• Respond to the public's and staff's requests for assistance on the phone and in person.
• Set priorities, organize workflow and maintain organization of work and records; multi-task and be responsive to time-sensitive matters; Understand and follow instructions.
• Use time effectively and efficiently to maximize work assignments. • Exercise good judgment and uphold confidentiality in maintaining critical and sensitive information, records, and reports; understand, interpret, and apply general administrative and departmental policies and procedures. • Show interest and understand the needs, expectations, and circumstances of internal and external customers.
• Develop and maintain working relationships.
• Fully comprehend spoken communication by picking up on nuances in tone and meaning and being attentive to non-verbal cues and body language. • Maintain emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity. • Ability to pass a police background check
• Work nights, weekends and holidays.
• Willing to work extra hours.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities would be:
Education
• Graduation from high school or equivalent is required.
Experience
• One (1) year in an administrative support position or previous dispatching experience.
Licenses/Certificates
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Must obtain a P.O.S.T. Dispatcher Certificate within one (1) year of appointment.
PRINCIPLE VALUES
The City maintains a strong culture of integrity, collaboration, and diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the community at large. To that end, the incumbent is expected to:
• Maintain a strong sense of honesty and integrity by committing to ethical behaviors and taking personal accountability for actions and takes initiative to intervene upon observing unethical behavior.
• Support and appreciate the diverse backgrounds and cultures of the City’s workforce and residents by demonstrating respect to everyone, providing excellent service to all individuals, and fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Demonstrate an ability to respond positively and adapt to changes in the workplace. • Ability to work as a team-player by collaborating with co-workers to make sound decisions when necessary and demonstrating empathy towards co-workers and the community.
• Adhere to all safety practices and procedures as required by City policies and the law and encourage others to do the same.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
Employee is regularly required to sit at a desk for long periods of time; talk or listen, in person, in meetings and by telephone; use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. Lift up to 15 pounds intermittently, twist to reach equipment; walk to observe department activities; periodically bend and squat; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone and communicate through written means; Interact with employees and the public in possible challenging situations. Occasionally walk up and down stairs; work closely with others; work long periods of time and irregular hours.
Work Environment:
Employee generally works 100% indoors. While performing the duties of this job indoors, the work environment is generally in a temperature-controlled office. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but the employee may occasionally be exposed to loud talking and interruptions from telephones, office equipment and/or members of the public and emergency vehicle sirens.
Employee is exposed to unusual fatigue factors, emergencies and stressful situations and electrical energy. Due to the unpredictable nature of emergency work, an employee will be assigned to work various shifts, including evenings, weekend, and graveyard shifts and holidays. Employee is required to wear a uniform.
This information is available in an alternative format by request to (626) 300- 0780.
The City of San Marino is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and seek diversity in our workforce. San Marino is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
REVISED: JULY 25, 2025
POLICE OFFICER RECRUIT
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Under immediate supervision as a civilian employee in a POST Training Academy, a Police Officer Recruit develops minimum qualifications required for a career in the police service; receives POST certified Basic Academy instruction, training in San Marino Police Department policies and procedures, weaponless defense, criminal and civil law, physical fitness techniques, use of firearms, arrest procedures, community relations, operation of emergency vehicles and other mandated courses; observe sworn police personnel in the processing of arrestees, including booking, fingerprinting, custody and control; and perform non-sworn police support functions, such as traffic and crowd control, as directed during the training process.
The Academy training is intended to develop the minimum qualifications for a career in police service and includes, but is not limited to the following: San Marino Police Department policies and procedures, cultural awareness and diversity, leadership, professionalism, ethics, discrimination awareness, community-oriented policing, constitutional policing, criminal and civil law, crisis intervention, principles of de-escalation, defensive tactics, use of force training, including the care and proficient use of firearms and chemical agents, laws of arrest, emergency vehicle operations, physical fitness, other mandated courses, and may perform non-sworn police support functions, such as traffic and crowd control, as directed during the training process.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Police Officer Recruit attends a Peace Officer Standards and Training Academy. The Police Officer Recruit is responsible for performing up to the Academy’s standards at all times during the training period. The Police Officer Recruit is a miscellaneous employee without peace officer powers until successful completion of the P.O.S.T. basic academy.
Ideal candidates will possess the following characteristics:
• Sound collaborative decision-making, judgement and diplomacy skills. • Ability to show empathy towards the community and colleagues. • Service mentality, respect for and sincere desire to help others with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Strong sense of integrity and commitment to ethical behavior and accountability. • Courage to intervene and protect against unethical behavior. • Ability to effectively communicate, face-to-face, and in writing, with community members.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The duties, skills, and demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties, skills, and demands.
Duties
A Police Recruit assigned to a California P.O.S.T. certified police academy is responsible for but not limited to:
• Attending, participating, and successfully completing a P.O.S.T. certified police training academy and passing all required classes, scenarios, physical training and other assigned duties and tasks.
• Performing rigorous physical training.
• Learning the use and care of firearms, chemical agents, and other weapons. • Learning to drive a motor vehicle under normal and emergency conditions safely. • Understanding and carrying out oral and written directions. • Learning to demonstrate command presence in conflict situations. • Speaking clearly and learning standard broadcasting procedures of a police radio system.
• Learning to write clear, comprehensive and accurate reports, legibly and with correct grammar and spelling.
• Learning to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of employment; learning principles and practices of effective interpersonal communication and good customer service.
• Learning to understand, interpret and apply criminal and civil laws, court decisions, regulations, policies and procedures with particular reference to the laws of arrest, use of force, custody, search and seizure, juvenile laws and procedures, property crimes, crimes against persons, crimes against children, sex crimes, domestic violence, missing persons, weapons violations, alcohol, and controlled substances. • Demonstrating the ability to learn and implement police methods and procedures including patrol techniques, vehicle stops, response to crimes in progress, apprehension of suspects, defensive tactics, traffic enforcement, control and collision investigation, crowd control, and gang and terrorism awareness. • Demonstrating the ability to learn and implement crime scene management, forensics, collection, preservation and presentation of evidence; identification techniques; interview and interrogation techniques.
• Demonstrating the ability to learn first aid, CPR, hazardous materials awareness, emergency management, and the Incident Command System.
• Responding to major incidents reported to the Police Department; comprehend and use the Incident Command System/Standardized Emergency Management System (ICS/SEMS) protocol; assume the role as Incident Commander until relieved by a higher authority or other role as needed for the situation; ensure the safety of responders and others, the achievement of tactical objectives and the efficient use of resources.
• Demonstrating the ability to learn the community policing philosophy, crime prevention, victimology/crisis Intervention, cultural diversity/discrimination, and people with disabilities.
• Maintaining a moral, ethical, and legal standard commensurate with the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics; inspires public confidence through personal integrity, leadership, professional appearance and actions.
• Learning to use modern law enforcement equipment, communications devices, computers and information systems.
• Demonstrating computer literacy with the knowledge and ability to use word processing and specialized law enforcement software programs; the ability to communicate using email programs and to understand and adhere to City policies for information technology.
• Working irregular hours including days, evenings, nights and overtime including weekends and holidays; must be available for call-back and automatic return to work with a reasonable response time during off-duty hours for major emergencies, disasters, critical incidents and as otherwise required. • Delivering outstanding internal and external customer service; communicates effectively orally and in writing with the public and fellow employees; solves problems and supports the City's mission, policies, goals, and objectives. • Exercising initiative, courtesy and independent judgment; establishes and maintains effective working relationships with members of the Department and City staff, other agencies and the public; communicates effectively both orally and in writing. • Providing sound decision-making skills and critical thinking to provide professional recommendations, decisions and completed staff work.
• Working cooperatively with personnel, co-workers and the management team; exercises tact, self-restraint and good judgment; takes initiative to achieve positive, timely results for the organization with diplomatic skills and ethical conduct. • Conducting duties, responsibilities, tasks and assignments with a constructive, cooperative, positive, and professional attitude and demeanor. • Supporting the City's mission, goals, policies and objectives; delivers outstanding internal and external customer service; solve problems and communicate effectively with the public and fellow employees.
• Supporting the City's corporate values of openness and honesty; integrity and ethics; accountability; outstanding customer service; teamwork; excellence; and fiscal responsibility.
• Upon successful completion of academy instruction and graduation, the employee receives further training, as a sworn Police Officer in the Field Training Officer Program and is responsible for performing related duties as required. • Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND DEMANDS
Knowledge of:
• Proper English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation and basic mathematics; familiarity with standard office and police equipment.
Skills and Demands:
• Ability to read and make sound decisions.
• Comprehend and retain technical training materials.
• Endure periods of strenuous physical activity requiring good balance, coordination, flexibility, endurance, and strength.
• Exercise tact using excellent interpersonal skills, solve problems, and demonstrate good mediation skills during highly confrontational situations. • Communicate clearly and concisely.
• Show interest and understand the needs, expectations, and circumstances of internal and external customers.
• Fully comprehend spoken communication by picking up on nuances in tone and meaning and being attentive to non-verbal cues and body language. • Maintain emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity. • Pass a police background.
• Work various shifts, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Will be required to respond off-hours for emergencies and inspections.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities would be:
Education
• Graduation from high school or equivalent is required.
Experience
• One (1) year in an administrative support position or previous dispatching experience.
Licenses/Certificates
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS TO FILE
● Twenty and a half years (20 ½) of age or older at time of filing. ● U.S. citizenship or have applied for citizenship. Citizenship must be granted within three years of appointment.
● Weight must be in proportion to height, muscular development and skeletal structure.
● Ability to endure periods of strenuous physical activity requiring good balance, coordination, flexibility; and strength.
● Vision should be at least 20/100 in each eye and correctable to 20/20; ● Normal color vision and hearing;
● Must not have been convicted for any State or a Federal government crime for which punishment would have been imprisonment in a Federal or State penitentiary; No felony convictions or on probation at the time of application or hire.
PRINCIPLE VALUES
The City maintains a strong culture of integrity, collaboration, and diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the community at large. To that end, the incumbent is expected to:
• Maintain a strong sense of honesty and integrity by committing to ethical behaviors and taking personal accountability for actions and takes initiative to intervene upon observing unethical behavior.
• Support and appreciate the diverse backgrounds and cultures of the City’s workforce and residents by demonstrating respect to everyone, providing excellent service to all individuals, and fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Demonstrate an ability to respond positively and adapt to changes in the workplace. • Ability to work as a team-player by collaborating with co-workers to make sound decisions when necessary and demonstrating empathy towards co-workers and the community.
• Adhere to all safety practices and procedures as required by City policies and the law and encourage others to do the same.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Employee is frequently required to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time; use hands and fingers to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
The employee is regularly required to run, jump, push, pull, drive safely at high speeds and learn how to physically apprehend and subdue suspects.
Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 180 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception, the ability to adjust, focus, and be free from color blindness.
Work Environment:
Employee generally works 50% indoors and 50% outdoors (including time spent in a patrol car or other police vehicle). Employee goes from being seated in a docile position in their police cars or office to a highly energized position and then return to the docile position. The job can be very fast paced within a short period of time. While performing the duties of this job indoors, the work environment is generally in a temperature-controlled office.
Employee regularly works outdoors at all times of day and in all weather conditions and is routinely exposed to hazardous situations that may result in injury, death or use of deadly force on others.
Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but the employee may occasionally be exposed to high level noises including but not limited to emergency vehicle sirens, gun fire, shouting, and yelling.
This information is available in an alternative format by request to (626) 300- 0780.
The City of San Marino is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and seek diversity in our workforce. San Marino is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
REVISED: JULY 25, 2025
RECREATION SUPERVISOR
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Under supervision of the Recreation Manager, the Recreation Supervisor is responsible for supervising, planning, and coordinating the activities and operations of multiple recreation programs; coordinate assigned activities with other divisions, outside agencies and the general public; and provide highly responsible and complex staff assistance to the Recreation Manager.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Recreation Supervisor is responsible for exercising supervision over full-time, parttime, seasonal employees, and volunteer staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The duties, skills, and demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties, skills, and demands.
Duties
• Plan, organize, supervise and evaluate programs, services, staffing, and operational activities of multiple recreation programs and special events in the Recreation Division.
• Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned areas; identify resource needs; oversee procurement of recreational equipment and supplies as required for assigned programs; coordinate with management and other public and private agencies to procure facilities for recreational use.
• Identify opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures; review with appropriate management staff and implement improvement; maintain awareness of new developments in various recreation areas and incorporate as appropriate into existing programs.
• Provide staff assistance to the Recreation Manager.
• Prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence. • Coordinate marketing procedures and publicity of recreational events and programs with other divisions and outside agencies and organizations; supervise the preparation and distribution of recreation publicity including the quarterly recreation guide, brochures, fliers, and printed schedules.
• Select, train, motivate, and evaluate assigned personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; direct, coordinate, and review the work plan for assigned recreation programs; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems; assign work activities and projects; schedule work assignments, monitor work flow; review and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures; work with employees to correct deficiencies; and recommend discipline.
• Participate in the development, administration, and monitoring of the assigned program budgets; forecast funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; direct the monitoring of and approves expenditures; recommend adjustments as necessary.
• Develop and maintain control of safety programs and ensure they are implemented properly.
• Respond to inquiries, complaints, or requests for information and service from interested community groups and citizens; establish and maintain a team approach with co-workers and provide assistance to other employees in the performance of related tasks.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND DEMANDS
Knowledge of:
• Supervisory principles and methods, including goal setting, training, teamwork, and problem solving.
• Principles, practices and techniques involved in public recreation programs and implementation, including community recreation programs, needs and resources related to the field of recreation. Methods for the development and implementation of recreational programs; operational characteristics, services, and activities of a variety of programs in recreational services.
• Principles of municipal budget preparation and control; principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.
• Practices of government relations/public education including the use of social media; principles of effective public relations.
• Principals of organizational, public administration and management practices as applied to the analysis, evaluation, development, and implementation of programs, policies, and procedures in service areas managed; administrative principles and methods, including goal setting, program development and pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation and basic mathematics. • Familiarity with office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software.
• Cal/OSHA regulations and safe work practices; workers’ compensation policies and regulations.
Skills and Demands:
• Organize, direct, and implement recreation programs suited to the needs of the community; elicit community and organizational support for recreation programs. • Plan, assign, and direct the work of subordinates, instructors and aides. Set priorities, organize workflow and maintain organization of work and records; multitask and be responsive to time-sensitive matters; Understand and follow instructions.
• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, resolve problems in a fair and equitable manner; project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals; and handle conflict situations appropriately. • Keep records and prepare reports; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Use time effectively and efficiently to maximize work assignments. • Exercise good judgment and uphold confidentiality in maintaining critical and sensitive information, records, and reports; understand, interpret, and apply general administrative and departmental policies and procedures. • Show interest and understand the needs, expectations, and circumstances of internal and external customers.
• Develop and maintain working relationships.
• Fully comprehend spoken communication by picking up on nuances in tone and meaning and being attentive to non-verbal cues and body language. • Maintain emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity. • Guide and encourage others to accomplish a common goal. • Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with other professionals, City departments, City officials, the public and those contacted in the course of the work and continuously working to improve relationships, contacts, and networks.
• Represent the City before community organizations, parents, and the public; respond to requests for assistance and/or information from the public and staff both on the phone and in person.
• Flexibility to work some nights and weekends.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities would be:
Education
• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in recreation administration or a closely related field. College-level course work with specialization in Recreation, Human Services, Physical Education or closely related field.
Experience
• At least two (2) years of increasing responsible experience in the development, implementation and instruction of recreation programs, including supervisory experience.
• Experience in developing and implementing preschool and childcare, fitness, recreation classes and programs is desirable.
Licenses/Certificates
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Valid Red Cross First Aid Certificate.
• Valid Red Cross C.P.R. Certificate.
PRINCIPLE VALUES
The City maintains a strong culture of integrity, collaboration, and diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the community at large. To that end, the incumbent is expected to:
• Maintain a strong sense of honesty and integrity by committing to ethical behaviors and taking personal accountability for actions and takes initiative to intervene upon observing unethical behavior.
• Support and appreciate the diverse backgrounds and cultures of the City’s workforce and residents by demonstrating respect to everyone, providing excellent service to all individuals, and fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Demonstrate an ability to respond positively and adapt to changes in the workplace. • Ability to work as a team-player by collaborating with co-workers to make sound decisions when necessary and demonstrating empathy towards co-workers and the community.
• Adhere to all safety practices and procedures as required by City policies and the law and encourage others to do the same.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
Employee is regularly required to sit at a desk and in meetings for long periods of time; talk or listen, in person, in meetings and by telephone; use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. Lift up to 15 pounds intermittently; twist to reach equipment; walk to observe department activities; periodically bend and squat; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone and communicate through written means; interact with employees and the public in possible challenging situations. Occasionally walks up and down stairs.
Work Environment:
Employee works indoors and outdoors. While performing the duties of this job indoors, the work environment is generally in a temperature-controlled office. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but the employee may occasionally be exposed to loud talking and interruptions from telephones, office equipment and/or members of the public and emergency vehicle sirens
While performing the duties of this job outdoors, the employee may be exposed to noise, vibration, extremes in temperature or humidity, dust, most weather conditions. Noise levels in the work environment is usually moderate but the employee may occasionally be exposed to high level noises including but not limited to emergency vehicle sirens, road traffic, shouting, and yelling.
This information is available in an alternative format by request to (626) 300- 0780.
The City of San Marino is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and seek diversity in our workforce. San Marino is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
REVISED: JULY 25, 2025
SENIOR PLANNER
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Senior Planner is the advanced level position in the professional planning series that performs complex professional level work in the field of current planning and advanced planning, and environmental analysis. This position is non-exempt, not a manager position, and is represented by the San Marino City Employees Association.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Senior Planner functions under the direction of the Community Development Director and is responsible for supervising the professional and support planning staff. Under broad guidelines, the incumbent is responsible for providing highly specialized technical advice and making recommendations to management and City officers on the interpretation of and changes to planning policies, procedures, guidelines and regulations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The duties, skills, and demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties, skills, and demands.
Duties
• Provide assistance at the public counter with inquiries and requests regarding the City’s planning functions and procedures for obtaining building permits. • Review development plans for the construction of single-family homes and commercial buildings; explain the City’s zoning requirements and procedures to contractors, architects and homeowners for applications to the Design Review Committee and Planning Commission.
• Participate in the preparation of initial studies and in the preparation of or review of environmental impact Reports. Prepare additions and amendments to Master Plans, and ordinances and resolutions implementing those plans. • Prepare and circulate environmental documents in conformance with State and Federal statutes.
• Represent management in an official planning capacity (e.g., act as a hearing officer).
• Plan, direct, coordinate, and review the work plan for assigned staff; assign work activities, projects, and programs; review and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems. • Select, train, motivate, and evaluate assigned personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; and implement discipline and termination procedures.
• Support the development and administration of the Planning Division's annual budget; participate in the forecasting of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; and implement adjustments.
• Designs, administers and evaluates public engagement efforts consistent with the broad policy direction provided by management
• Provide primary staff support to the Design Review Committee and Planning Commission in the absence of the Community Development Director • Compile information and make recommendations on special studies and prepare advanced, controversial or complex planning reports.
• Make presentations to the Planning Commission, City Council, various committees and advisory boards.
• Act as Zoning Administrative Hearing Officer or management representative at various staff/management meetings.
• Participate in zoning enforcement and administration; Review development proposals; review, research and draft ordinances for review. • Coordinate City planning activities with outside agencies and other City departments.
• Act as the Department Head in the absence of the Community Development Director.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND DEMANDS
Knowledge of:
• Principles and practices of urban planning, to include community planning programs, needs and resources and methods for the development and implementation of future and current planning programs and plans; current literature, information sources and research techniques in the field of urban current and future planning; and major types of construction materials and techniques. • California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); California Planning, Zoning, and Development Laws; and advanced principles of Building and Zoning Codes, environmental laws and regulations. City organization and functions of the various departments.
• Community members, school districts, service clubs, chamber of commerce, business groups, and various community needs related to the provision of services in the San Marino community.
• Practices of communications, government relations, public education including the use of social media and website content management; principles of effective public relations.
• Principals of organizational, public administration and management practices as applied to the analysis, evaluation, development, and implementation of programs, policies, and procedures in service areas managed; administrative principles and methods, including goal setting, program development and pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Principles and practices of research techniques, sources and availability of information, and methods of report presentation; applicable legal guidelines and standards affecting the administration of a municipal government. • Principles and practices of contract administration, contract risk transfer and evaluation; risk management requirements and techniques. • Social, political and environmental issues influencing program administration. • Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; business letter writing and other document preparation; office methods, procedures and equipment and basic mathematics.
• Supervisory principles and methods, including goal setting, training, teamwork, and problem solving and laws governing employee relations.
Skills and Demands:
• Retain and interpret building and zoning codes and City ordinances related to the Planning and building Department activities; interpret technical building codes, ordinances, plans and specifications with increasing independence. • Apply environmental laws and regulations and methods of assessment; analyze and compile technical and statistical information and prepare reports; interpret planning and zoning programs to the general public.
• Review and understand architectural, grading, topographical and related drawings; conduct research, prepare detailed narrative reports, perform complex numerical analysis and sort/file documents.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Operate a computer, software programs, and other modern office equipment. • Respond to the public and staff’s requests for assistance both on the phone and in person.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, property owners, contractors, architects, engineers, attorneys, members of the public, and with those contacted in the course of the work and continuously work to improve relationships, contacts, and networks.
• Interpret and apply a variety of City and department policies and procedures; analyze situations carefully and adopt effective courses of action. • Provide information and organize material in compliance with laws, regulations, and policies; lead and direct operations, services, and activities assigned area of responsibility; develop and administer department goals, objectives, and procedures; prepare clear and concise administrative reports, budgets. • Analyze financial, budget and technical reports; interpret and evaluate staff reports; know laws, regulations and codes; observe performance and evaluate staff; problem solve community service issues; remember personnel rules, legal and code requirements; and explain and interpret codes, policies and procedures. • Effectively plan, organize, direct and coordinate the work of staff; lead, coach, instruct and motivate employees; foster a teamwork environment. • Negotiate effective solutions to complex problems; analyze situations accurately, using independent judgment and adopt effective courses of action. • Guide and encourage others to accomplish a common goal. • Work skillfully with politics, procedures, and protocols across organizational levels and boundaries.
• Address key factors that influence successful organizational change. • Initiate tasks and focus on accomplishment by knowing what needs to be done and do it without being told.
• Oversee and participate in the preparation of effective public relations and publicity materials for media and community publications; effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, council members, boards, committees, commission members, and community members.
• Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written materials; operate typical office equipment; communicate effectively and accurately both verbally and in writing, using proper English grammar, spelling and punctuation. • Exercise good judgment and uphold confidentiality in maintaining critical and sensitive information, records, and reports; understand, interpret, and apply general administrative and departmental policies and procedures. • Draw meaning and conclusions from quantitative and qualitative data. • Fully comprehend spoken communication by picking up on nuances in tone and meaning and being attentive to non-verbal cues and body language. • Show interest and understand the needs, expectations, and circumstances of internal and external customers.
• Formally deliver clear, organized, and persuasive presentations to groups. • Stay informed and share information with others, ensuring accuracy and reliability of information.
• Maintain emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities would be:
Education
• A Bachelor’s degree in planning, public administration, geography, architecture or closely related field.
• An AICP (American Institute of Certified Planners) certification, or Master’s degree in Urban Planning or closely related field from an accredited institution, may be substituted for one (1) year of required experience
Experience
• Five (5) years’ of progressively responsible experience in professional planning, including at least one (1) year of supervisory experience.
Licenses/Certificates
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
PRINCIPLE VALUES
The City maintains a strong culture of integrity, collaboration, and diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the community at large. To that end, the incumbent is expected to:
• Maintain a strong sense of honesty and integrity by committing to ethical behaviors and taking personal accountability for actions and takes initiative to intervene upon observing unethical behavior.
• Support and appreciate the diverse backgrounds and cultures of the City’s workforce and residents by demonstrating respect to everyone, providing excellent service to all individuals, and fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Demonstrate an ability to respond positively and adapt to changes in the workplace. • Ability to work as a team-player by collaborating with co-workers to make sound decisions when necessary and demonstrating empathy towards co-workers and the community.
• Adhere to all safety practices and procedures as required by City policies and the law and encourage others to do the same.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
Employee is regularly required to sit at a desk and in meetings for long periods of time; to stand at the counter for long periods of time; talk or listen, in person, in meetings and by telephone; use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Lift up to 15 pounds intermittently; Intermittently, twist to reach equipment, surrounding desk; walk to observe construction activities; bend and squat to perform file searches; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone and communicate through written means; operate an automobile, and frequently enter and exit an automobile, to attend various meetings and go on inspections. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. twist to reach equipment; walk to observe department activities; periodically bend and squat; interact with employees and the public in possible challenging situations. Occasionally walks up and down stairs.
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job indoors, the work environment is generally in a temperature-controlled office. Noise levels in the work environment is usually moderate but the employee may occasionally be exposed to high level noises including but not limited to emergency vehicle sirens, telephones and other office equipment. The employee is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; analyze planning and building services, and technical reports; research and write staff reports and other documents; knows laws, regulations and codes; explain and interpret codes, policies and while performing duties, procedures; interact with City management, other governmental officials, contractors, vendors, employees and the public.
This information is available in an alternative format by request to (626) 300- 0780.
The City of San Marino is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and seek diversity in our workforce. San Marino is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
REVISED: JULY 25, 2025
STREETS MAINTENANCE FOREMAN
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Streets Maintenance Foreman serves as a lead supervisor over a crew of maintenance personnel performing construction and repair work of the city’s streets, storm drains, alleys, parking lots, aprons, gutters, curbs and sidewalks; performs a wide variety of skilled construction, maintenance and repair work, and operates heavy power-driven equipment; inspects completed work for conformance to standards.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Reporting to the Parks and Public Works Manage, the Streets Maintenance Foreman exercises functional and technical supervision over team members staff involved in street, sidewalk and storm drain infrastructure repair and maintenance work.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The duties, skills, and demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties, skills, and demands.
Duties
• Plan, lay out, assign, supervise, and inspect the work of team members engaged in grading, paving, patching and resurfacing streets, alleys and parking lots, and constructing and repairing sidewalks, curbs, gutters, storm drains and aprons, and allied City construction work.
• Assist team members crew in street maintenance work; operate motor graders, loaders, and similar types of heavy equipment used in public works construction and maintenance.
• Identify safety hazards in equipment; instruct others in the safe and efficient use of tools and equipment
• Cut, level, slope and finish grades under construction; perform skilled construction maintenance work.
• Perform minor maintenance and repair work on equipment. • Ensure safe operating practices and procedures are maintained. • Establish and control operating procedures and work standards and inspect work performed by contractors, including asphalt burning, grading, paving and resurfacing operations for quality control.
• Ensure that team members are properly supplied with materials, tools and equipment and use all required PPE’s.
• Keep records and prepare routine reports.
• Maintain and monitor encroachment permits.
• Assist Parks and Public Works Manager concerning estimates of personnel, equipment and materials required for specific projects. • Maintain records of work performed and supplies used. • Assist in the development of safety rules and procedures and ensure adherence to proper safety precautions.
• Select, train, motivate, and evaluate team members; provide or coordinate staff training; direct personnel engaged in the preparation of streets for special events; work with employees to correct deficiencies, implement discipline and termination procedures; direct and train employees engaged in the operation of light and heavy equipment. Coordinate and assign personnel and equipment in a manner which is safe and causes minimum interference with pedestrians and vehicular traffic. • Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND DEMANDS
Knowledge of:
• The operation and maintenance requirements of vehicles and power-driven equipment that are used in the course of duties.
• The practices, methods and materials used in public works maintenance and construction work; traffic laws, ordinances and rules involved in equipment operations.
• Procedures for purchasing materials, tools, and mechanical supplies and equipment; and issuing bid requests.
• Cal/OSHA regulations and safe work practices and procedures. • Record keeping and reporting requirements.
• Supervisory principles and methods, including goal setting, training, teamwork, and problem solving.
• Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; writing and other document preparation; office methods, procedures and equipment and basic mathematics.
Skills and Demands:
• Read and interpret work plans and blueprints; communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; supervise, train and evaluate subordinates.
• Understand the performance standards of equipment worked on. • Interpret and apply a variety of City and department policies and procedures; analyze situations carefully and adopt effective courses of action. • Guide and encourage others to accomplish a common goal. • Instruct others in the safe and efficient use of tools and equipment. • Effectively plan, organize, direct and coordinate the work of staff; lead, coach, instruct and motivate employees; foster a teamwork environment. • Negotiate effective solutions to complex problems; analyze situations accurately, using independent judgment and adopt effective courses of action. • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other employees, officials and the general public; provide outstanding customer satisfaction (internally and externally).
• Draw meaning and conclusions from quantitative and qualitative data. • Show interest and understand the needs, expectations, and circumstances of internal and external customers.
• Fully comprehends spoken communication by picking upon nuances in tone and meaning and being attentive to non-verbal cues and body language. • Use correct vocabulary, grammar, sentence structure, spelling and punctuation when constructing written correspondence, reports, or other documentation. • Stay informed and share information with others, ensuring accuracy and reliability of information.
• Maintain emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities would be:
Education
• Graduation from high school or equivalent is required.
Experience
• Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in sewer, concrete, paving, traffic painting and street sign maintenance, street sweeping, street lighting and signal maintenance and/or equipment repair.
• One (1) years of supervisory experience in any of the above stated areas.
Licenses/Certificates
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
PRINCIPLE VALUES
The City maintains a strong culture of integrity, collaboration, and diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the community at large. To that end, the incumbent is expected to:
• Maintain a strong sense of honesty and integrity by committing to ethical behaviors and taking personal accountability for actions and takes initiative to intervene upon observing unethical behavior.
• Support and appreciate the diverse backgrounds and cultures of the City’s workforce and residents by demonstrating respect to everyone, providing excellent service to all individuals, and fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Demonstrate an ability to respond positively and adapt to changes in the workplace. • Ability to work as a team-player by collaborating with co-workers to make sound decisions when necessary and demonstrating empathy towards co-workers and the community.
• Adhere to all safety practices and procedures as required by City policies and the law and encourage others to do the same.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen, in person and by phone. Employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, crawl, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 51 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Operate light and heavy motorized equipment, and/or automobiles or trucks while performing the duties of this position. Intermittently, twist to reach equipment; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone and communicate through written means; walk to observe activities; periodically bend and squat; interact with employees and the public in possible challenging situations; drive, operate and sit in a vehicle or equipment; Work outdoors in all weather conditions including hot with sun exposure, cold and wet; know and understand laws, regulations and codes; remember legal and code requirements; and explain policies and procedures; interact with City management, other governmental officials, employees and the public.
Work Environment:
This position generally works 70% outdoors and 30% outdoors.
While performing the duties of this job indoors, the work environment is generally in a temperature-controlled office. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but the employee may occasionally be exposed to loud talking and interruptions from telephones, office equipment and/or members of the public and emergency vehicle sirens.
While performing the duties of this job outdoors, the employee may be exposed to noise, vibration, extremes in temperature or humidity, dust, most weather conditions. Noise levels in the work environment is usually moderate but the employee may occasionally be exposed to high level noises including but not limited to emergency vehicle sirens, road traffic, shouting, and yelling.
This information is available in an alternative format by request to (626) 300- 0780.
The City of San Marino is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and seek diversity in our workforce. San Marino is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
REVISED: JULY 25, 2025
URBAN FORESTER
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Urban Forester is responsible for an urban forestry management program designed to optimize the health, beauty and safety of all city-owned, public trees, plants and shrubs through proper planning, planting, maintenance and care, to include the assessment and review of privately-owned trees.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Under general supervision of the Parks and Public Works Director/City Engineer, the Urban Forester classification is distinguished from other classifications by specialized arboriculture knowledge and its responsibility for monitoring all phases of work performed by tree maintenance contractors. This position has the responsibility to communicate the City’s tree policies, practices, and standards to the public.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The duties, skills, and demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties, skills, and demands.
Duties
• Plan, organize, train, direct, and evaluate the work of personnel engaged in the planting, care and related maintenance activities required to nurture and maintain a healthy and thriving urban forest.
• Plan, develop, institute, and evaluate programs related to the urban forestry management program.
• Plan, coordinate, administer, and monitor the City’s Tree Ordinance; respond to community concerns and/or complaints about the street, park and median trees. • Coordinate preservation of trees and proper maintenance and trimming pursuant to the City’s adopted procedures and guidelines; inspect trees, develop tree inventory and determine appropriate action; maintain records and reports for arborist maintenance program.
• Review proposed development plans and records to evaluate parkway tree planting proposals in relationship to departmental policies, City ordinances and regulations. • Review and evaluate reports prepared by other arborists. • Prepare and submit budget reports anticipating equipment, materials and personnel needs.
• Manage the tree maintenance contracts.
• Review tree removal and planting permits for approval recommendation. • Interact with other City departments and community members in the development of tree related projects.
• Maintain comprehensive files, records and reports related to citations, violations, and other areas related to the urban forestry management program. • Prepare a variety of written reports, memoranda, and correspondence; document violations by securing photographs and other pertinent data. • Attend City Council and other Board and Commission meetings as required. • Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND DEMANDS
Knowledge of:
• Municipal organizational structure, codes, regulations and ordinances. • Methods tools and equipment used in the care and maintenance of trees, plants, and shrubs.
• Tree trimming and safety practices and equipment used in tree climbing. • Plant and tree diseases and pests, and their eradication and control. • Operation and maintenance of power equipment and tools used in tree work. • Urban forest management plans and contract specifications. • Cal/OSHA regulations and safe work practices.
• Principles and practices of municipal budget development and administration; funding sources impacting program and service development; City organization and functions of the various departments.
• Community members, school districts, service clubs, chamber of commerce, business groups, and various community needs related to the provision of services in the San Marino community.
• Practices of communications, government relations, and public education, including the use of social media and website content management; principles of effective public relations.
• Principles of organizational, public administration and management practices as applied to the analysis, evaluation, development, and implementation of programs, policies, and procedures in service areas managed; administrative principles and methods, including goal setting, program development and pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Principles and practices of research techniques, sources and availability of information, and methods of report presentation; applicable legal guidelines and standards affecting the administration of a municipal government. • Principles and practices of contract administration, contract risk transfer and evaluation; risk management requirements and techniques. • Social, political and environmental issues influencing program administration.
Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; business letter writing and other document preparation; office methods, procedures and equipment and basic mathematics.
Skills and Demands:
• Interpret and apply a variety of City and department policies and procedures; analyze situations carefully and adopt effective courses of action. • Negotiate effective solutions to complex problems; analyze situations accurately, using independent judgment and adopt effective courses of action. • Guide and encourage others to accomplish a common goal. • Work skillfully with politics, procedures, and protocols across organizational levels and boundaries.
• Address key factors that influence successful organizational change. • Initiate tasks and focus on accomplishment by knowing what needs to be done and do it without being told.
• Oversee and participate in the preparation of effective public relations and publicity materials for media and community publications; effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, council members, boards, committees, commission members, and community members.
• Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written materials; operate typical office equipment; communicate effectively and accurately both verbally and in writing, using proper English grammar, spelling and punctuation. • Draw meaning and conclusions from quantitative and qualitative data. • Set priorities, organize workflow and maintain organization of work and records; multi-task and be responsive to time-sensitive matters; Understand and follow instructions.
• Use time effectively and efficiently to maximize work assignments. • Exercise good judgment and uphold confidentiality in maintaining critical and sensitive information, records, and reports; understand, interpret, and apply general administrative and departmental policies and procedures. • Show interest and understand the needs, expectations, and circumstances of internal and external customers.
• Develop and maintain working relationships.
• Fully comprehend spoken communication by picking up on nuances in tone and meaning and being attentive to non-verbal cues and body language. • Maintain emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities would be:
Education
• Bachelor’s Degree in the field of arboriculture, landscape architecture, forestry, horticulture or a related field.
Experience
• Four (4) years of experience in arboriculture to include the planning, planting, maintenance and care of trees, plants and shrubs. Experience in managing an urban forest, including its establishment and maintenance, is highly desired.
Licenses/Certificates
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Possession and maintenance of “Certified Arborist” designation from the International Society of Arboriculture.
• Possession and maintenance of “Certified Municipal Arborist” designation from the International Society of Arboriculture is highly desired but not required.
PRINCIPLE VALUES
The City maintains a strong culture of integrity, collaboration, and diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the community at large. To that end, the incumbent is expected to:
• Maintain a strong sense of honesty and integrity by committing to ethical behaviors and taking personal accountability for actions and takes initiative to intervene upon observing unethical behavior.
• Support and appreciate the diverse backgrounds and cultures of the City’s workforce and residents by demonstrating respect to everyone, providing excellent service to all individuals, and fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Demonstrate an ability to respond positively and adapt to changes in the workplace. • Ability to work as a team-player by collaborating with co-workers to make sound decisions when necessary and demonstrating empathy towards co-workers and the community.
• Adhere to all safety practices and procedures as required by City policies and the law and encourage others to do the same.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen, in person and by phone. Employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, crawl, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 51 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Operate light and heavy motorized equipment, and/or automobiles or trucks while performing the duties of this position. Intermittently, twist to reach equipment; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone and communicate through written means; walk to observe activities; periodically bend and squat; interact with employees and the public in possible challenging situations; drive, operate and sit in a vehicle or equipment; Work outdoors in all weather conditions including hot with sun exposure, cold and wet; know and understand laws, regulations and codes; remember legal and code requirements; and explain policies and procedures; interact with City management, other governmental officials, employees and the public.
Work Environment:
This position generally works 70% outdoors and 30% indoors.
While performing the duties of this job indoors, the work environment is generally in a temperature-controlled office. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but the employee may occasionally be exposed to loud talking and interruptions from telephones, office equipment and/or members of the public and emergency vehicle sirens.
While performing the duties of this job outdoors, the employee may be exposed to noise, vibration, extremes in temperature or humidity, dust, most weather conditions. Noise levels in the work environment is usually moderate but the employee may occasionally be exposed to high level noises including but not limited to emergency vehicle sirens, road traffic, shouting, and yelling.
This information is available in an alternative format by request to (626) 300- 0780.
The City of San Marino is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and seek diversity in our workforce. San Marino is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
REVISED: JULY 25, 2025
POLICE CADET
(PART-TIME)
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
A San Marino Police Department Police Cadet will possess strong character, empathy for others and a desire to contribute in a positive manner to the community of San Marino.
Under direct and general supervision, a Police Cadet will perform a variety of tasks in support of Patrol, Detectives, Communications, and Police Records Section, gaining broad experience in preparation for a career in law enforcement.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a civilian support position within the Police Department without peace officer powers. A Police Cadet performs a variety of routine and technical tasks in support of sworn police functions. This position is “At Will”, which means the police cadet serves at the will of the City Manager or Police Chief and may be removed at any time without cause, notice, or right of appeal.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The duties, skills, and demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties, skills, and demands.
Duties
• Receive reports and complaints from the public at the front counter; completes necessary forms in regard to information received.
• Issue and process overnight parking permits.
• Search case files for information.
• Operate standard office equipment.
• Perform clerical work as required, including the maintenance of file systems. • May perform specific duties requested by the Watch Commander in the maintenance of police vehicles and equipment.
• Assist with a variety of administrative tasks and daily operations. • Support the Police Department’s activities and events. • Follow City and Department policies, procedures, and rules. • Use good judgement and discretion in performing daily tasks and interacting with coworkers and the community.
• Maintain confidentiality of records and reports.
• Communicate clearly and accurately both orally and in writing. • Receive and respond to inquiries from the community and give general assistance and direction as appropriate.
• Complete routine lobby reports and requests for Live Scan (electronic fingerprinting).
• Collaborate with fellow cadets and other coworkers, on projects and at events. • Attend meetings.
• Assist with traffic control, assist at DUI checkpoints, at other field activities, and at Department and City sponsored events.
• May be required to work various shifts, at night, and on weekends, and may be required to respond off-hours and for emergencies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND DEMANDS
Knowledge of:
• General functions, operations and activities of a police department. • General law enforcement terminology, procedures and practices. • City ordinances, codes, procedures and practices regarding law enforcement operations and records management.
• Various computer systems, protocols and administrative rules regarding access, use and dissemination of data contained in various computer systems. • Customer service practices and telephone etiquette.
• Standard office procedures and practices.
• Uses and operations of computers, databases, teletypes and standard business software.
• Safety policies and safe work practices applicable to the work. • Time management and the importance of reliability.
• Collaboration and teamwork.
• Proper English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and basic mathematics.
Skills and Demands:
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Service mindset, respect for and sincere desire to help others with diverse backgrounds and experience.
• Ability to collaborate, share ideas, and contribute to group projects. • Develop and maintain working relationships.
• Learn, understand, explain and apply, codes and procedures applicable to a variety of police operations.
• Prepare clear and accurate police reports, documents, data entries and files. • Honesty, integrity, accountability, and commitment to ethical behavior. • Courage to intervene and report unethical behavior to a supervisor. • Deal constructively with conflict.
• Adaptability, positive response to change and ability to modify behavior as the situation requires.
• Research skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Active listening skills.
• Maintain professionalism, courtesy, and composure at all times, including emergency and high-stress situations.
• Critical thinking and problem solving.
• Good judgement in dealing with routine and unusual situations. • Ability to learn how to properly use a police radio, body worn camera, and various computer software.
• Ability to drive a vehicle safely under various conditions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities would be:
Education
• Graduation from high school or equivalent is required. • Current enrollment in at least twelve (12) semester units of college or university course work per semester at an accredited college or university pursuing a degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Communications, Psychology or other related fields, and must maintain a minimum grade point average of 2.0 (“C” grade) for all courses taken.
• If the Police Cadet fails to maintain a 2.0 minimum grade point average, discontinues education, or drops below the required minimum number of units, the Police Cadet will be released from employment.
• Minimum age of 18 years and a maximum age of 24 years. Though the Police Cadet position is intended for current college students, an incumbent may continue to be employed in this position for up to 6 months after graduation from college.
Experience
• No experience required.
Licenses/Certificates
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
PRINCIPLE VALUES
The City maintains a strong culture of integrity, collaboration, and diversity and inclusion in the workplace and the community at large. To that end, the incumbent is expected to:
• Maintain a strong sense of honesty and integrity by committing to ethical behaviors and taking personal accountability for actions and takes initiative to intervene upon observing unethical behavior.
• Support and appreciate the diverse backgrounds and cultures of the City’s workforce and residents by demonstrating respect to everyone, providing excellent service to all individuals, and fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Demonstrate an ability to respond positively and adapt to changes in the workplace. • Ability to work as a team-player by collaborating with co-workers to make sound decisions when necessary and demonstrating empathy towards co-workers and the community.
• Adhere to all safety practices and procedures as required by City policies and the law and encourage others to do the same.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
Employee is regularly required to sit at a desk, in a vehicle, talk or listen, in person, in meetings and by telephone; use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate office and police equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus; and hear in normal audio range with or without correction; lift up to 25 pounds intermittently; twist to reach equipment; walk to observe department activities; periodically bend and squat; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone and communicate through written means; interact with employees and the public in possible challenging situations.
Frequently walk up and down stairs, push and pull objects of varying weight and size.
Stand and walk for an extended time. Regularly required to drive safely and get in and out of a vehicle several times a day. Occasionally walk up and down stairs; work closely with others.
Work Environment:
Employee generally works 40% outdoors (including time spent in a vehicle) and 60% indoors. While performing the duties of this job outdoors, the employee may be exposed to noise, vibration, extremes in temperature or humidity, dust, and most weather conditions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but the employee may occasionally be exposed to high level noise including but not limited to emergency vehicle sirens and road traffic.
Employee is exposed to emergencies and stressful situations and electrical energy. Due to the unpredictable nature of emergency work, an employee may be assigned to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Employee is required to wear a uniform.
This information is available in an alternative format by request to (626) 300- 0780.
The City of San Marino is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and seek diversity in our workforce. San Marino is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
REVISED: JULY 25, 2025
FIRE DIVISION CHIEF
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Fire Division Chief is a member of the City’s management team and participates with other managers and department heads to meet the goals and objectives of the City. The Fire Division Chief provides leadership and hands-on management to the department.
Strong supervisory and administrative skills are required to effectively plan, organize, coordinate, execute and evaluate the efforts of each division.
In addition, a Fire Division Chief prepares and writes reports; directs, motivates, trains and provides leadership for one or more administrative functions; works closely with Mutual Aid Battalion Chiefs and may serve as incident commander; prepares budget recommendations to the Fire Chief and executes implementation of adopted budget; performs related management work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This classification is characterized by the performance of a variety of tasks within a framework of established procedures and with occasional instruction and assistance.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The duties, skills, and demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties, skills, and demands.
Duties
• Assumes Department wide responsibility for the following areas: operations and support.
• Supervises the Fire Captain of a given shift on a rotating basis; assumes the role of incident commander upon arrival at a major emergency incident and coordinates planning programs with mutual aid cities.
• Develops budget programs in particular field of responsibility for Fire Chief; and assumes responsibility for implementation of adopted budget within area of responsibility.
• Gives direction for fire suppression and fire prevention activities during shift; and operates fire apparatus as required.
• Evaluates candidates for employment and makes recommendations to the Fire Chief; evaluates all subordinate employees of the department and makes recommendations for eligibility of merit increases; undertakes disciplinary action against subordinate employees; and maintains confidential employee Records. • Serves as Acting Chief as required.
• Performs other confidential activities as directed by the Fire Chief or City Manager.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND DEMANDS
Knowledge of:
• Modern fire suppression, prevention, and administration principles, methods, practices and techniques, and incident command requirements. • Departmental rules and regulations; personnel regulations and requirements. • Sound principles and practices of fire prevention, training and equipment maintenance; ire apparatus, equipment, tools devices, facilities and their proper utilization, maintenance requirements and methods.
• Techniques utilized in budget development and administration, equipment procurement, and maintenance.
Skills and Demands:
• Train personnel and maintain equipment.
• Direct departmental operations.
• Effectuate personnel requirements, including disciplinary actions. • Perform duties requiring physical endurance and agility, including the ability to lift up to 180 pounds.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. • Work alone or as a member of a crew.
• Receive satisfactory results from a background investigation, polygraph test, psychological evaluation, physical examination, which includes a drug screen, and an administrative review (required for external applicants only). • Display honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability. • Appreciate the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures. • Respond positively to change and modify behavior as the situation requires. • Adhere to all safety practices and procedures and encourage and support others to be safe in their work activities.
• Have sound collaborative decision-making, judgement and diplomacy skills. • Show empathy towards the community and colleagues.
• Have service mentality, respect for and sincere desire to help others with diverse background and experiences.
• Have A strong sense of integrity and commitment to ethical behavior and accountability.
• Have courage to intervene and protect against unethical behavior. • Work collaboratively with team members to create and support a positive customer service environment.
• Demonstrate, promote and support a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities would be:
Education
■ Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, emergency management or a related field.
Experience
■ Ten (10) years of increasingly responsible experience with the San Marino Fire Department, including at least one (1) year in the position of full-time Fire Captain.
Special Requirements/Licenses/Certificates
• Possession of California State Fire Marshal Chief Officer Certification or equivalent. • Possession of a California Class C driver's license with firefighter endorsement is required as a condition of probation and continued employment. • Possession of a valid California Emergency Medical Technician certificate is a condition of probation and continued employment. A California Paramedic License with Los Angeles County accreditation is preferred.
• Possession of completed California Incident Command Certification System (CICCS) Strike Team Leader (STEN) Task Book must be opened. • Must reside within 75 miles from the fire station.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and must be able to hear pager, radio communications, human voice, sirens. Employee is frequently required to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time; use hands and fingers to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 180 pounds; perform duties requiring physical endurance and agility. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to see well in difficult conditions, i.e., night-time driving, smoke conditions. Must be able to read fine print and work at a computer workstation, read maps. Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust, focus, and be free from color blindness.
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job indoors, the work environment is generally in a temperature-controlled office.
While working outdoors, the employee may be exposed to noise, vibration, extremes in temperature or humidity, dust, gas or fumes, at all times of day and in all weather conditions and is routinely exposed to hazardous situations such as smoke and products of combustion, chemicals, and gases on emergencies that may result in injury, and/or death.
Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but the employee may occasionally be exposed to high level noises including but not limited to emergency vehicle sirens, radio traffic, road traffic, fire engine pumps, shouting, and yelling.
The employee may be required to work various shifts at night, on weekends and holidays as needed. Additionally, the employee will be required to respond to off-hours for emergencies and inspections.
This information is available in an alternative format by request to (626) 300- 0780.
The City of San Marino is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and seek diversity in our workforce. San Marino is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
REVISED: JULY 25, 2025
CITY OF SAN MARINO RESOLUTION NO. R-25-16
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss.
CITY OF SAN MARINO )
I, Alison Walker, City Clerk of the City of San Marino, California, hereby certify that Resolution No R-25-16 was adopted by the City Council of the City of San Marino at a regular meeting held on the 25th day of July, 2025, and that the same was adopted by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
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ALISON WALKER, CITY CLERK
CITY OF SAN MARINO