City of San José

????Welcome back to our Women’s History Month Employee Spotlights Series! ????? So far, the conversation has been all about inspiration as City Manager Jennifer Maguire interviews Maria Oberg from the Finance Department, Tanya Hernandez from the San José Police Department, and Shirley Duong from the Information Technology Department.? In our last episode, participants talk about taking action towards a brighter future for everyone. The message is clear: conversation is a key first step toward creating a more equal and fair future. Understanding each other is crucial for change. We encourage you to learn from one another, share your experiences, and discuss how we can support each other as a community.? ??? Thank you for celebrating Women’s History Month with us. ?? #WeAreSanJosé #WomensHistoryMonth #AcceleratingAction?

????Welcome back to our Women’s History Month Employee Spotlights Series! ???? It doesn’t take much to make a positive impact in someone’s life. This episode is all about action as Maria Oberg from the Finance Department, Tanya Hernandez from the San José Police Department, and Shirley Duong from the Information Technology Department talk about uplifting and encouraging others with City Manager Jennifer Maguire. ??? Tune in to keep up with more words of wisdom this Women’s History Month?? #WeAreSanJosé #WomensHistoryMonth #AcceleratingAction

?? City of San José partnered with SJSU Career Center to host students from communities with limited access to professional opportunities for a career trek: a visit to a local employer to learn about different career pathways offered within their organization. Students were in for a surprise as they learned that the City houses over 20 departments, with fields applicable to almost every major from Anthropology to Zoology. ?? Over 30 students heard from a panel of SJSU alum, including: Kyle Wong from the Department of Transportation Keith Hertzberg from the Mayor’s Office Kyle Laveroni from the Vice-Mayor’s Office As the moderator, Soraya Ahmadyar, MPA, SHRM-CP ?? offered insights from a Human Resources lens to help field students' questions about transitioning from college to career. ?? It's never too early to start planning your career journey, especially in the public sector where staff can enact change at the ground level. ?? To learn about our career opportunities, set up job alerts, or subscribe to job classifications, visit the Human Resources page today! https://qr1.be/FS75 ?

Hilda Morales Lucio and Anthony Corral from City of San José's PRNS (Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services) Department had a fantastic time presenting to Yerba Buena High School students! ?? They delved into these critical environmental topics: ·???????The impact of littering on our ecosystems. ??? ·???????Challenges of stormwater pollution ????? and how we can design better storm drains to prevent it. ·???????Long-term effects of waste in our communities. ????? The students asked insightful questions about solutions to littering, the extent of its environmental damage, and long-term community impacts. Their curiosity and engagement were truly inspiring! ?? Thank you to Yerba Buena High School?for hosting us and the students for their active participation! ?? Let's continue the conversation and work together toward a more sustainable San José. ???? #WeAreSanJose #PRNS #EnvironmentalEducation #Sustainability #CommunityOutreach #StormwaterManagement #LitterPrevention #HighSchoolEngagement

????Welcome back to our Women’s History Month Employee Spotlights Series! ????? ? Join us for a stroll down memory lane as Maria Oberg from the Finance Department, Tanya Hernandez from the San José Police Department, and Shirley Duong from the Information Technology Department discuss the inspirational women in their lives with City Manager Jennifer Maguire.??? ? ??? Tune in to keep up with more words of wisdom this Women’s History Month??? ? #WeAreSanJosé #WomensHistoryMonth #AcceleratingAction?

?? San José State University invited the City of San José to participate in the Regional Public Interest Technology – University Network (PIT-UN) Resource Fair to share information with students about innovative ways the City is using technology to serve the public more effectively and efficiently. ?? Information about San José 311 platform for residents and visitors was shared to highlight how technology is being used to help the community find resources and services or report problems. ? Students were interested in learning about Artificial Intelligence and how the GovAI Coalition is making advancements for ethical applications of the technology, while keeping the smart City vision as the central focal point for driving civic innovation. ?? To learn more about how City of San José is utilizing technology for the benefit of its residents, visit https://bit.ly/ITDept-CSJ ?? To access San José 311 resources, visit 311.sanjoseca.gov #CityOfSanJose #ITjobs #WeAreSanJose #CityOfSanJoseCareers #SanJose311

????Welcome to our Women’s History Month Employee Spotlights Series! ???? Join us as the City Manager, Jennifer Maguire, hosts an inspirational conversation with three members of our City workforce. In this first episode, meet Maria Oberg from the Finance Department, Tanya Hernandez from San José Police Department, and Shirley Duong from the Information Technology?Department as they share advice that helped them on their professional journey. ??? Tune in to keep up with more words of wisdom this Women’s History Month?? ? #WeAreSanJosé #WomensHistoryMonth #AcceleratingAction?

City of San José's ‘In the Loop’ Monthly Spotlight Series presents:?? ?? San José Clean Energy (SJCE) Department ? ?? Meet the Risk Management & Contracts Administration Team! This team is instrumental in managing complex power contracts and ensuring the City’s energy strategy aligns with its sustainability goals. Their expertise and commitment to managing risks are vital to moving San José closer to a greener future. ??Through their diligent work, they help pave the way for a more sustainable San José, working daily to ensure the City's energy needs are responsibly met. ??Their ongoing efforts support San José’s ambitious goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2030. To learn more about SJCE, visit sanjosecleanenergy.org. #WeAreSanJosé #CityofSanJoséCareers #SanJosé #SJCleanEnergy

?It’s never too early to start thinking about working for the City of San José! Workshops were held at Mayfair Community Center and Seven Trees Community Center to talk with middle school students about the benefits of working for the City of San José. We encourage students to think about volunteering at community centers while they are in middle school, and then apply for jobs as Community Service Aides, Lifeguards, and Recreation Leaders when they are eligible. ?? Shout out to the amazing Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services staff for partnering with #HumanResources on these introductory workshops! ?#WeAreSanJosé #CityofSanJoséCareers

The San José City Council has confirmed City Manager Jennifer Maguire's selection of Jeffrey (Jeff) Provenzano as San José’s new Director of the Environmental Services Department (ESD). Jeff brings nearly 26?years of experience in the private and public sectors with a focus on the environment and will ensure that the city continues to be a world-class leader in providing environmental and utility systems as we face important challenges related to environmental sustainability, and climate adaptation and resilience now and in our future. “Over two decades, I have dedicated myself to providing excellent customer service as well as cost-efficient, reliable, and equitable utility services to all residents and businesses in San José. I am committed to leading by example, having open communication, establishing a clear vision and objectives, encouraging collaboration with external stakeholders and across departments, and motivating staff to do their best work and provide the best customer service.” The annual operating budget for ESD is $471 million and includes 592 full-time equivalent employees. The City’s ESD Director oversees seven core services: potable water delivery; recycled water management; recycle and garbage services; stormwater management; sustainability and environmental health; wastewater management, and strategic support. The Environmental Services Department is also a vital member of the interdepartmental team leading the Reducing Unsheltered Homelessness City Council Focus Area. Jeff will assume the Director role on March 23, 2025. Read the full press release at: https://lnkd.in/gaAyXQTW.