County of Santa Clara

This posting covers Santa Clara County. The location shown is the county; the work may be anywhere in it. Description Under general direction, to recruit, screen, place, coordinate and recognize volunteers; and to provide technical staff assistance and volunteer management and training on a department-wide basis for volunteer-related issues, programs and events. The County of Santa Clara is currently recruiting to fill one vacancy with the Library District. The Santa Clara County Library District (SCCLD) is an award-winning public library system serving more than 450,000 residents through eight community libraries, Bookmobile outreach, the Reading Program, and robust digital services. With a mission of “Belong. Connect. Discover.”, SCCLD is committed to delivering inclusive, high-quality library services that promote lifelong learning, equity, and community connection. The Volunteer Coordinator will play a key role in overseeing volunteer services that support library...

This posting covers Santa Clara County. The location shown is the county; the work may be anywhere in it. Description Under the clinical supervision of a Registered Nurse and direction of the Assistant Nurse Manager to assist with the final preparation of the operating room/procedure room prior to the surgery, handing instruments and surgical supplies to the surgeon during surgery and performing the follow - up procedures after surgery. The Power of WE :  Together, we can make a greater impact. Bringing better care and expanding healthcare services across the community. Santa Clara Valley Healthcare (SCVH) is the second largest public health care system in California and includes three acute care hospitals, 14 clinics and 60+ specialty and sub-specialty services. Our mission is to provide high-quality, accessible healthcare and excellent service to everyone in Santa Clara County. Because we serve patients throughout multiple hospitals and clinics, you may have to...

This posting covers Santa Clara County. The location shown is the county; the work may be anywhere in it. Description Under direction, to provide professional services in restorative, functional, and preventative therapeutic programs to assigned mental health patients; to plan and organize activity programs, utilizing activities as an evaluation tool and as a therapeutic process. The established list will be used to fill other vacancies as they occur. This list will also be used for temporary (extra help) opportunities.  If you are interested in such opportunities, please be sure to indicate that on the appropriate questions. There currently are extra help positions available. The Power of WE :  Together, we can make a greater impact. Bringing better care and expanding healthcare services across the community. Santa Clara Valley Healthcare (SCVH) is the second largest public health care system in California and includes four acute care hospitals, 14 clinics and...

This posting covers Santa Clara County. The location shown is the county; the work may be anywhere in it. Description Under general supervision, to assist physicians by carrying out orders for application, modification, and removal of splints, casts, and traction and by assisting with insertion and removal of pins, reduction of bone fractures, and external fixations. Final Filing Date:  The recruitment may be extended or closed as early as 10 days after issue date. The Power of WE :  Together, we can make a greater impact. Bringing better care and expanding healthcare services across the community. Santa Clara Valley Healthcare (SCVH) is the second largest public health care system in California and includes four acute care hospitals, 14 clinics and 60+ specialty and sub-specialty services. Our mission is to provide high-quality, accessible healthcare and excellent service to everyone in Santa Clara County.   Because we serve patients throughout...

This posting covers Santa Clara County. The location shown is the county; the work may be anywhere in it. Description Under limited supervision, to perform a wide variety of moderately complex and responsible assignments requiring comprehensive knowledge of subject matter, organizational activities and operations. WRITTEN EXAM REQUIRED: Applicants who meet the employment standards will be invited to take a written examination. The examination is tentatively scheduled for the week of November 2, 2026. Examination date(s) may change based on the number of applicants. Typical Tasks Furnishes public, departments and agencies with information by searching for and abstracting technical data, giving explanations of laws, regulations, policies or procedures, sending materials, and composing routine letters; may respond to inquiries via electronic mail;   Assists visitors and callers about locations, functions and services of departments. Exercises considerable...

This posting covers Santa Clara County. The location shown is the county; the work may be anywhere in it. Description Under close supervision, conducts basic inspections and investigations in the enforcement of hazardous materials/waste laws, ordinances, policies and procedures within the County's jurisdiction. This recruitment is for a position working in the Department of Environmental Health's Hazardous Materials Program, which is authorized by the California Environmental Protection Agency to operate as a Certified Unified Program Agency (CUPA). ***************IMPORTANT*************** EXAMINATION DATES: Candidates who meet the employment standards will be invited to take a written examination that will be conducted online through a secure third party, TENTATIVELY scheduled for the week of November 10, 2026. Qualifying candidates will be notified with examination instructions via the email address attached to their application.   Typical Tasks Attends...

This posting covers Santa Clara County. The location shown is the county; the work may be anywhere in it. Description Under general supervision, to perform professional library work related to electronic resources and technology.   Typical Tasks Administers the public and staff web services, including the library's website and social media as well as the staff resources, including the intranet, shared virtual collaboration spaces, etc.;   Implements time-sensitive updates to website information;   Designs and/or participates in the design of web pages and performs layout work, linking, and all other tasks required to create, develop, and expand web pages and services;   Provides a simplified means for library staff to place content into the web environment with minimum effort and training;   Provides staff training on web services and web-based subscription services;   Participates in the design and maintenance of the public access catalog;   Works...

This posting covers Santa Clara County. The location shown is the county; the work may be anywhere in it. Description Advance System Excellence. Elevate Child Welfare Practice. The County of Santa Clara delivers critical safety-net services in health, public safety, social services, housing, and more to a population of more than 1.9 million residents. Santa Clara County is the largest of the nine Bay Area counties in Northern California, and larger than 12 states. With more than 23,000 employees across 30+ departments, our organization is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for everyone in our community, and especially for those most in need. In 2026, the County established the Child Welfare Compliance Office (CWCO) as an independent oversight office to strengthen performance accountability, transparency, collaboration, and system improvement in child safety-related decision-making and provide rapid response, independent findings, and corrective direction on...

This posting covers Santa Clara County. The location shown is the county; the work may be anywhere in it. Description Under direction, to plan, organize, coordinate, evaluate, and supervise the work center of plant operations and direct personnel engaged in plant maintenance and building equipment services activities that include the major central plant type HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and utility systems for maintenance and repair.  Typical Tasks Plans, coordinates, and supervises the activities of personnel engaged in plant maintenance and building equipment services within County facilities, but are not limited to the operation of plant equipment including pumps, motors, chemical feeders and  filters to control the quality of water distributed for domestic use and water analysis to maintain water quality and proper chemical dosage in process systems; Interviews, trains, hires, and evaluates performance of subordinate staff;  Manages, inspects,...

This posting covers Santa Clara County. The location shown is the county; the work may be anywhere in it. Description Under general direction, to provide project management, liaison, inspection, and contract administration for the design, construction and modification of County buildings, facilities and structures. Typical Tasks Distinguishing Characteristics This is the first working level in the series. Incumbents are responsible for small to moderate-sized projects in terms of dollar amount, technical complexity and permitting requirements. Projects at this level typically have a value of $5 million dollars or less. Typical Tasks Develops project scope, budget, funding, and schedule; Manages consultant and contractor selection process and participates as a member of consultant selection committee and is responsible for fee negotiations and approval of contracts; Communicates among the County, consultants, and other interested agencies or parties;...

This posting covers Santa Clara County. The location shown is the county; the work may be anywhere in it. Description Under general supervision, to perform professional level budget preparation, analysis, and administrative work that includes variance analysis, financial forecasting, tracking of operating and capital plans, reserve forecasts, and long-range financial strategies. The Office of Budget and Analysis (OBA) is part of the County Executive’s Office and is responsible for countywide budget and analysis.  The team reports to the County Budget Director and supports the County’s executive leadership by assisting the County Executive, Chief Operating Officer, and Deputy County Executives with the overall administration of the County through policy and financial analysis that supports strategic decision making.  The work performed by OBA staff is often at a system level, across multiple or all departments. The selected candidate will become an integral...

This posting covers Santa Clara County. The location shown is the county; the work may be anywhere in it. Description Under supervision, to perform general administrative duties relating to dispatching County vehicles or to perform general utility work in a garage, repair shop, of service station and to assist higher level mechanics. *   *   *   *   *   *   *   *   *   *   *  *    IMPORTANT    *   *   *   *   *   *   *   *   *   *   *  NOTE: Candidates who meet the employment standards will be invited to take a practical exam TENTATIVELY  scheduled for Saturday, December 05, 2026. Qualifying candidates will be notified of the examination instructions.  Typical Tasks Inspects vehicles for service needs, and services with gas, oil, air, and water;   Completes preventative maintenance checklist for fluid levels, water...

This posting covers Santa Clara County. The location shown is the county; the work may be anywhere in it. Description Under direction, to perform professional legal work in the function of child support services. The Department of Child Support Services is recruiting for two (2) Attorney IV – Child Support Services positions. One successful candidate may be assigned Lead Attorney/Attorney of Record duties and shall receive a differential based on a rate which is approximately 10% above the salary range.  Attorneys designated by the department to perform these duties shall receive this differential in accordance with the County of Santa Clara and  Santa Clara County Government Attorneys Association Memorandu m of Agreement. Employment Standards Membership in the California State Bar is required for all levels, -AND- Attorney I: No experience. Attorney II: One year of experience as an Attorney I with Santa Clara County. Attorney III: Two years of...

This posting covers Santa Clara County. The location shown is the county; the work may be anywhere in it. Description Under close supervision, in a training capacity, to perform professional level labor relations staff duties, including labor-management contract negotiations and administration, grievance handling, disciplinary actions, dispute resolution, training and research. Please note: Applicants who meet the employment standards will be invited to take the written examination tentatively scheduled for the week of November 16th.  Typical Tasks Serves as a member of negotiating committees;   Assists in the development of negotiating proposals;   Assists in researching, analyzing and costing union and County proposals;   Assists in drafting contract language;   Assists in the preparation of grievances for arbitration by arranging witnesses, interviewing and preparing witnesses for testimony, and collecting other information;   Assists in the...

This posting covers Santa Clara County. The location shown is the county; the work may be anywhere in it. Description Under supervision, to compile, verify, and summarize moderately complex accounting and financial data from a wide variety of sources for an accounting operational unit. NOTE:  Candidates who meet the employment standards will be invited to take the Written Examination tentatively scheduled for the week of November 9, 2026. The exam date(s) may change based on the number of applicants and room availability. Typical Tasks The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all duties listed. Balances cash book figures; Corrects imbalance errors by initiating journal entries within strict guidelines; Assists in finding reasons for imbalances; May perform timekeeping...

This posting covers Santa Clara County. The location shown is the county; the work may be anywhere in it. Description Under direction, to be responsible for maintenance of a high quality food service program at a major institution; to direct and supervise the purchasing, preparation and serving of food to patients, inmates, staff, and visitors; to direct and supervise the sanitation and ware washing elements of the food service program. Because we serve patients throughout multiple hospitals and clinics, you may have to work at different sites. We will meet any obligations we may have when this occurs. The Power of WE :  Together, we can make a greater impact. Bringing better care and expanding healthcare services across the community. Santa Clara Valley Healthcare (SCVH) is the second largest public health care system in California and includes three acute care hospitals, 14 clinics and 60+ specialty and sub-specialty services. Our mission is to provide...