Description YOUR FUTURE STARTS HERE! Looking for an exciting opportunity to design and implement technology solutions at a municipal electric utility? Join a great team today! Senior Electric Technology Systems Analyst The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the Regular and Full-time position of Senior Electric Technology Systems Analyst i n the Electric Department. The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, occasional evening and weekend work may be required. A flex schedule may be available. Roseville Electric Utility is a locally-owned electric power provider committed to improving the quality of life of our community and customers with reliable electricity, competitive prices, exceptional service and a culture of safety. This position is open until filled. The City of Roseville is committed to a diverse workforce. We are engaged in understanding the needs and backgrounds of our colleagues and those we serve. Our organization is unified in this commitment, as we believe this produces the best results for our community. What the City of Roseville Offers: $10,592 - $14,194 Month/ Salary $127,109 - $170,338 Annual/Salary Health and welfare benefits, with City contributions of up to $2,265 per month Competitive vacation and sick leave programs 10 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays Up to 100 hours of management leave in addition to vacation time Opportunities to learn and promote A top-notch team and more! DEFINITION To organize, assign, and review the work of assigned personnel engaged in electric operational technology systems, including analysis, design, implementation, and maintenance of electric utility real-time control systems within the Electric Department; and to perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general direction from the Electric Technology Systems Administrator. Exercises direct supervision over assigned professional and technical personnel. Examples of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; establish schedules and methods for electric utility operational technology systems; implement policies and procedures. Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise and review the work of staff involved in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of operational technology systems and applications, including but not limited to the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) System, Outage Management Systems (OMS), Generation Turbine Control Systems, and Generation Distributed Control System (DCS),. Oversee the design and implementation of operational technology systems architecture to ensure system reliability and availability, including system redundancies, backup and recovery plans, and access controls. Design and implement system communication networks and related telemetry settings, such as communications between SCADA master stations and substation field devices. Analyze and support real-time data acquisition technologies, such as distribution and generation control system software, OSISoft PI and other control system historian applications. Manage technology infrastructure for real-time data exchange with other entities such as Balancing Authority of Northern California (BANC) and Western Area Power Administration (WAPA). Design and manage real-time control system interfaces connecting with other electric operational systems and related enterprise systems. Evaluate operations and activities of assigned responsibilities; recommend improvements and modifications; prepare various reports on operations and activities. Participate in the selection of staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline procedures. Establish and implement policies and system designs to be in compliance with cyber security standards of the North American Electric Reliability Council (NERC) and industry best practices. Supervise hardware and software systems support for sophisticated training, asset and work order, outage tracking, and related work management applications; support and maintain operational technology systems at generation and distribution facilities including substations, dispatch center, power plants, warehouse and operation buildings. Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employee and the public using principles of good customer service. Perform related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Knowledge of : Principles and technical methodologies related to the development, design, implementation, analysis and maintenance of computer systems and applications related to operating and control systems in a utility environment. Principles of industry real-time control system architecture and security best practices. Principles of system redundancy and recovery technologies. Principle of operational technology system network design, development, and maintenance. Principles of computing technologies, such as Window Operating Systems. Familiar with industrial communication protocols such as DNP, Modbus, TCP/IP and ICCP. Regulatory requirements of the North American Electric Reliability Council (NERC). Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluations. Principles of budget monitoring. Principles and practices of safety management. Pertinent local, State and Federal laws, ordinances and rules. Principles and practices of project management. Ability to : Organize, implement and direct electric utility computer systems operations. On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job. Intermittently analyze work papers, reports and special projects; identify and interpret technical and numerical information; observe and problem solve operational and technical policy and procedures. On a continuous basis, sit at desk for long periods of time. Intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone, and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means; and lift or carry weight of 10 pounds or less. Interpret and explain pertinent electric utility support practices and City and department policies and procedures. Assist in the development and monitoring of an assigned program budget. Develop and recommend policies and procedures related to assigned operations. Supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff. Provide technical assistance in resolving difficult electric utility computer systems and applications issues. Effectively manage complex projects. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be Experience : Three years of performing professional duties related to electric systems operations, including analysis, design, implementation, and maintenance of electric utility computer based systems. OR Three years of increasingly responsible experience providing support to an electric utility operating and control computer systems similar to the responsibilities of an Electric Technology Systems Technician with the City of Roseville. AND Training : A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably with course work in computer science, information systems, engineering, or a related field. License or Certificate Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment. Supplemental Information ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Detailed information on the City of Roseville recruitment practices can be reviewed on the Frequently Asked Questions page. The City of Roseville defines “accredited college or university” as an institution of higher learning and must be listed on the United States Department of Education Database of Accredited Post-Secondary Institutions and Programs website http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation . Credits earned from colleges, universities, and institutions listed as accredited institutions on this website will be considered as part of the educational component of the minimum qualifications for a classification. The following options apply to the evaluation of college degrees from countries outside the United States: Educational background from a foreign country may be evaluated by an accredited United States college or university listed on the U.S. Department of Education Database of Accredited Post-Secondary Institutions and Programs website. Verification of degree equivalency may be obtained from organizations that provide foreign education credential evaluation services. The City of Roseville will accept verification from any of the listed member agencies found at www.naces.org or www.aice-eval.org . A copy of the foreign credential evaluation verification can be attached to the employment application. If you are offered a position with the City of Roseville, as a part of the pre-employment steps, applicants must provide a foreign degree credential equivalency certificate from an approved member agency above. Applicants who do not provide verification will be eliminated from further consideration. SELECTION PROCESS All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will have their application scored in a Formula Rate Examination. The applicant’s experience and education will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the Employment List. Supplemental questions will be utilized by the department hiring authority to make interview and selection determinations. Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check, and depending on the position applied for, a pre-employment medical exam, drug and alcohol screening test, credit check, license and/or education verification, psychological examination, and/or an extensive Police Department background check process. THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS. MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: The City of Roseville offers competitive benefits packages to full-time employees. Regular part-time employees receive benefits on a pro-rated basis. For more information regarding the City's benefits, visit our website here . Benefits currently include: Health, dental, and vision insurance benefits Cafeteria plan, plus City paid Flex credit Life insurance (City paid and optional supplemental employee paid) Flexible spending accounts for dependent and health/medical costs Employee assistance plan Retirement savings plan Deferred compensation plan(s) Short-term and Long-term Disability employee paid plans Educational reimbursement Vacation leave, sick leave, personal/management leaves Holiday pay (plus two floating holidays annually) Bilingual pay Longevity pay GENERAL BENEFITS : A majority of the employee benefits are similar for all City employees. There are benefits that differ depending on which bargaining unit the job classification is assigned. Exact benefits information can be found by visiting the Benefits webpage and selecting the specific bargaining unit group. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to the City's temporary positions. Temporary employees that work 1,500 hours annually may elect medical insurance. Temporary employees contribute to a retirement plan depending on the status of total hours worked annually.
Mar 07, 2024
Full Time
Description YOUR FUTURE STARTS HERE! Looking for an exciting opportunity to design and implement technology solutions at a municipal electric utility? Join a great team today! Senior Electric Technology Systems Analyst The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the Regular and Full-time position of Senior Electric Technology Systems Analyst i n the Electric Department. The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, occasional evening and weekend work may be required. A flex schedule may be available. Roseville Electric Utility is a locally-owned electric power provider committed to improving the quality of life of our community and customers with reliable electricity, competitive prices, exceptional service and a culture of safety. This position is open until filled. The City of Roseville is committed to a diverse workforce. We are engaged in understanding the needs and backgrounds of our colleagues and those we serve. Our organization is unified in this commitment, as we believe this produces the best results for our community. What the City of Roseville Offers: $10,592 - $14,194 Month/ Salary $127,109 - $170,338 Annual/Salary Health and welfare benefits, with City contributions of up to $2,265 per month Competitive vacation and sick leave programs 10 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays Up to 100 hours of management leave in addition to vacation time Opportunities to learn and promote A top-notch team and more! DEFINITION To organize, assign, and review the work of assigned personnel engaged in electric operational technology systems, including analysis, design, implementation, and maintenance of electric utility real-time control systems within the Electric Department; and to perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general direction from the Electric Technology Systems Administrator. Exercises direct supervision over assigned professional and technical personnel. Examples of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; establish schedules and methods for electric utility operational technology systems; implement policies and procedures. Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise and review the work of staff involved in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of operational technology systems and applications, including but not limited to the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) System, Outage Management Systems (OMS), Generation Turbine Control Systems, and Generation Distributed Control System (DCS),. Oversee the design and implementation of operational technology systems architecture to ensure system reliability and availability, including system redundancies, backup and recovery plans, and access controls. Design and implement system communication networks and related telemetry settings, such as communications between SCADA master stations and substation field devices. Analyze and support real-time data acquisition technologies, such as distribution and generation control system software, OSISoft PI and other control system historian applications. Manage technology infrastructure for real-time data exchange with other entities such as Balancing Authority of Northern California (BANC) and Western Area Power Administration (WAPA). Design and manage real-time control system interfaces connecting with other electric operational systems and related enterprise systems. Evaluate operations and activities of assigned responsibilities; recommend improvements and modifications; prepare various reports on operations and activities. Participate in the selection of staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline procedures. Establish and implement policies and system designs to be in compliance with cyber security standards of the North American Electric Reliability Council (NERC) and industry best practices. Supervise hardware and software systems support for sophisticated training, asset and work order, outage tracking, and related work management applications; support and maintain operational technology systems at generation and distribution facilities including substations, dispatch center, power plants, warehouse and operation buildings. Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employee and the public using principles of good customer service. Perform related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Knowledge of : Principles and technical methodologies related to the development, design, implementation, analysis and maintenance of computer systems and applications related to operating and control systems in a utility environment. Principles of industry real-time control system architecture and security best practices. Principles of system redundancy and recovery technologies. Principle of operational technology system network design, development, and maintenance. Principles of computing technologies, such as Window Operating Systems. Familiar with industrial communication protocols such as DNP, Modbus, TCP/IP and ICCP. Regulatory requirements of the North American Electric Reliability Council (NERC). Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluations. Principles of budget monitoring. Principles and practices of safety management. Pertinent local, State and Federal laws, ordinances and rules. Principles and practices of project management. Ability to : Organize, implement and direct electric utility computer systems operations. On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job. Intermittently analyze work papers, reports and special projects; identify and interpret technical and numerical information; observe and problem solve operational and technical policy and procedures. On a continuous basis, sit at desk for long periods of time. Intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone, and write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means; and lift or carry weight of 10 pounds or less. Interpret and explain pertinent electric utility support practices and City and department policies and procedures. Assist in the development and monitoring of an assigned program budget. Develop and recommend policies and procedures related to assigned operations. Supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff. Provide technical assistance in resolving difficult electric utility computer systems and applications issues. Effectively manage complex projects. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be Experience : Three years of performing professional duties related to electric systems operations, including analysis, design, implementation, and maintenance of electric utility computer based systems. OR Three years of increasingly responsible experience providing support to an electric utility operating and control computer systems similar to the responsibilities of an Electric Technology Systems Technician with the City of Roseville. AND Training : A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably with course work in computer science, information systems, engineering, or a related field. License or Certificate Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment. Supplemental Information ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Detailed information on the City of Roseville recruitment practices can be reviewed on the Frequently Asked Questions page. The City of Roseville defines “accredited college or university” as an institution of higher learning and must be listed on the United States Department of Education Database of Accredited Post-Secondary Institutions and Programs website http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation . Credits earned from colleges, universities, and institutions listed as accredited institutions on this website will be considered as part of the educational component of the minimum qualifications for a classification. The following options apply to the evaluation of college degrees from countries outside the United States: Educational background from a foreign country may be evaluated by an accredited United States college or university listed on the U.S. Department of Education Database of Accredited Post-Secondary Institutions and Programs website. Verification of degree equivalency may be obtained from organizations that provide foreign education credential evaluation services. The City of Roseville will accept verification from any of the listed member agencies found at www.naces.org or www.aice-eval.org . A copy of the foreign credential evaluation verification can be attached to the employment application. If you are offered a position with the City of Roseville, as a part of the pre-employment steps, applicants must provide a foreign degree credential equivalency certificate from an approved member agency above. Applicants who do not provide verification will be eliminated from further consideration. SELECTION PROCESS All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will have their application scored in a Formula Rate Examination. The applicant’s experience and education will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the Employment List. Supplemental questions will be utilized by the department hiring authority to make interview and selection determinations. Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check, and depending on the position applied for, a pre-employment medical exam, drug and alcohol screening test, credit check, license and/or education verification, psychological examination, and/or an extensive Police Department background check process. THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS. MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: The City of Roseville offers competitive benefits packages to full-time employees. Regular part-time employees receive benefits on a pro-rated basis. For more information regarding the City's benefits, visit our website here . Benefits currently include: Health, dental, and vision insurance benefits Cafeteria plan, plus City paid Flex credit Life insurance (City paid and optional supplemental employee paid) Flexible spending accounts for dependent and health/medical costs Employee assistance plan Retirement savings plan Deferred compensation plan(s) Short-term and Long-term Disability employee paid plans Educational reimbursement Vacation leave, sick leave, personal/management leaves Holiday pay (plus two floating holidays annually) Bilingual pay Longevity pay GENERAL BENEFITS : A majority of the employee benefits are similar for all City employees. There are benefits that differ depending on which bargaining unit the job classification is assigned. Exact benefits information can be found by visiting the Benefits webpage and selecting the specific bargaining unit group. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to the City's temporary positions. Temporary employees that work 1,500 hours annually may elect medical insurance. Temporary employees contribute to a retirement plan depending on the status of total hours worked annually.
Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to the job Experience may substitute for education for up to (4) years Licenses or Certifications: None. Notes to Applicants The ideal candidate for this position will develop, manage, and maintain multiple contracts with focus on electric grid technologies. Working with area-specific program managers, this position will support the contract life cycle from scope of work development and negotiations to contract execution and management. The ideal candidate will also maintain and monitor CIP and O&M budgets and track financial metrics through weekly and monthly reporting. 1. Define business, financial, and operations requirements for technology roadmaps 2. Develops and maintains contract database(s), spreadsheets, and/or other contract management software tools 3. Manages technology contractor and subcontractor performance for compliance to contract terms and conditions by monitoring contractor performance which includes but not limited to inspecting product to ensure compliance with specifications, preparing and discussing contractor performance evaluations with the contractor and/or departmental liaison to explain performance evaluations and obtain feedback, and reporting and resolving complex contractual issues. 4. Prepares and/or develops reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information regarding technology contractor performance, supply chain effectiveness, contract expenditures, purchase history, etc., for reporting to management, team members and customers 5. Facilitates monthly technology contracts, budget, and any financial related meetings on behalf of the Program Manager 6. Develops and implements a strategic direction for technology supplier performance, working with top leadership and senior managers across departments 7. Responsible for developing and managing strategic technology contracts in accordance with AE’s vision, policies, governance arrangements and values 8. Process purchase requisitions, create purchase orders, and submit vendor invoices for payment 9. Deliver efficiencies and service improvements Working with Austin Energy provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. Please click HERE for more information. Employment Application: The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered. Please be sure to detail on the application all current and previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. The Employment Record should be complete with job titles, employment dates, job duties, functions, and responsibilities for each position held. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your application. Résumés will not be accepted and statements such as “see résumé” will not be accepted. You may use “N/A” for fields that are not applicable. Please note that Austin Energy may close the job posting at any time after 7 days from the date of the initial advertisement. Once the job posting has closed, applications cannot be changed. If you are selected as a top candidate: Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution. If you are identified as a top candidate and are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date. This position requires a criminal background investigation. Fair Labor Standards Act: This position is considered FLSA Exempt. Exempt employees are salaried and, except as provided, are not eligible for overtime compensation. Travel: If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations. Pay Range $31.81 - $39.76 Hours Monday through Friday. 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. - 40 Hour Work Week. May require work outside normal business hours as-needed. Job Close Date 06/05/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Energy Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 2500 Montopolis Dr, Austin TX Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Electric utility industry experience Contract certification such as CPCM , CFCM , CCCM , or CCMA or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire. Experience in enterprise application software acquisitions Experience monitoring contracts and vendor relations Experience with electric grid technology contracts Experience with local, State, and Federal Grant opportunities Ability to travel to more than one work location, Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Meet with decision makers, system owners and end users to define business, financial and operations requirements and systems goals Assist with requirements gathering sessions to elicit requirements, specifications, business processes and recommendations related to potential IT solutions Create models, use cases, process flows, specifications, diagrams and charts to provide direction to developers, designers, and vendors Assist with converting requirements into developing a statement of work for use in requests for proposals Evaluate compatibility and interoperability of commercial off-the-shelf or in-house technology systems Review and analyze the effectiveness and efficiency of existing systems and assist with developing strategies for improving or further leveraging these systems Perform cost-benefit and return-on-investment analyses to aid in making IT business decisions Conduct research on software and hardware products and technology services to justify recommendations and to support purchasing efforts Write and deliver reports, recommendations, or alternatives that address existing and potential trouble areas in IT applications across the organization Coordinate and perform tests, including end-user reviews, for modified and new systems, training and other post-implementation support. Responsibilities - Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised: None Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of concepts and principles of application programming, database and system design including Internet, and network architectures Knowledge of legacy, and web-based systems interfaces Knowledge of importing data for use in report software, spreadsheets, graphs, and flow charts Knowledge of cost-benefit analysis and total cost of ownership modeling Skill in performing requirements development, process modeling, reporting and project management tools Skill in developing process models and data flow diagrams using industry-standard modeling techniques Skill in selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new concepts Ability to accurately identify/determine customer needs and take appropriate actions and/or steps to address identified needs Ability to recognize, value, and include different perspectives, experiences, approaches, and cultures in achieving organizational goals Ability to gain and maintain the trust and confidence of others and the organization through consistency and reliability Ability to give, receive, or share thoughts, ideas, perspective, and data to create shared understanding Ability to define, analyze, and find solutions for difficult or complex problems Ability to view the big picture Ability to quickly become familiar with emerging technologies Ability to identify trends as well as isolated events. Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * This position requires graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to the job. Experience may substitute for education for up to four (4) years. Do you meet these minimum qualifications? Yes No * Describe your experience managing technology contracts in the electric utility industry, including number of years of experience. (Open Ended Question) * Do you have an active contract management certification or the ability to obtain one within six (6) months of hire? Yes No * Do you have an active contract management certification? If yes, please list the credential. (Open Ended Question) * In 500 words or less, provide a brief description of your experience with local, State, and Federal grant opportunities. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience monitoring contracts and vendor relations, including the number of years of experience. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience acquiring enterprise applications, including the number of years of experience. (Open Ended Question) * This position requires a criminal background check. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired. I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Check. * Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties? Yes No Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents
May 16, 2024
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to the job Experience may substitute for education for up to (4) years Licenses or Certifications: None. Notes to Applicants The ideal candidate for this position will develop, manage, and maintain multiple contracts with focus on electric grid technologies. Working with area-specific program managers, this position will support the contract life cycle from scope of work development and negotiations to contract execution and management. The ideal candidate will also maintain and monitor CIP and O&M budgets and track financial metrics through weekly and monthly reporting. 1. Define business, financial, and operations requirements for technology roadmaps 2. Develops and maintains contract database(s), spreadsheets, and/or other contract management software tools 3. Manages technology contractor and subcontractor performance for compliance to contract terms and conditions by monitoring contractor performance which includes but not limited to inspecting product to ensure compliance with specifications, preparing and discussing contractor performance evaluations with the contractor and/or departmental liaison to explain performance evaluations and obtain feedback, and reporting and resolving complex contractual issues. 4. Prepares and/or develops reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information regarding technology contractor performance, supply chain effectiveness, contract expenditures, purchase history, etc., for reporting to management, team members and customers 5. Facilitates monthly technology contracts, budget, and any financial related meetings on behalf of the Program Manager 6. Develops and implements a strategic direction for technology supplier performance, working with top leadership and senior managers across departments 7. Responsible for developing and managing strategic technology contracts in accordance with AE’s vision, policies, governance arrangements and values 8. Process purchase requisitions, create purchase orders, and submit vendor invoices for payment 9. Deliver efficiencies and service improvements Working with Austin Energy provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. Please click HERE for more information. Employment Application: The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered. Please be sure to detail on the application all current and previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. The Employment Record should be complete with job titles, employment dates, job duties, functions, and responsibilities for each position held. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your application. Résumés will not be accepted and statements such as “see résumé” will not be accepted. You may use “N/A” for fields that are not applicable. Please note that Austin Energy may close the job posting at any time after 7 days from the date of the initial advertisement. Once the job posting has closed, applications cannot be changed. If you are selected as a top candidate: Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution. If you are identified as a top candidate and are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date. This position requires a criminal background investigation. Fair Labor Standards Act: This position is considered FLSA Exempt. Exempt employees are salaried and, except as provided, are not eligible for overtime compensation. Travel: If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations. Pay Range $31.81 - $39.76 Hours Monday through Friday. 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. - 40 Hour Work Week. May require work outside normal business hours as-needed. Job Close Date 06/05/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Energy Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 2500 Montopolis Dr, Austin TX Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Electric utility industry experience Contract certification such as CPCM , CFCM , CCCM , or CCMA or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire. Experience in enterprise application software acquisitions Experience monitoring contracts and vendor relations Experience with electric grid technology contracts Experience with local, State, and Federal Grant opportunities Ability to travel to more than one work location, Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Meet with decision makers, system owners and end users to define business, financial and operations requirements and systems goals Assist with requirements gathering sessions to elicit requirements, specifications, business processes and recommendations related to potential IT solutions Create models, use cases, process flows, specifications, diagrams and charts to provide direction to developers, designers, and vendors Assist with converting requirements into developing a statement of work for use in requests for proposals Evaluate compatibility and interoperability of commercial off-the-shelf or in-house technology systems Review and analyze the effectiveness and efficiency of existing systems and assist with developing strategies for improving or further leveraging these systems Perform cost-benefit and return-on-investment analyses to aid in making IT business decisions Conduct research on software and hardware products and technology services to justify recommendations and to support purchasing efforts Write and deliver reports, recommendations, or alternatives that address existing and potential trouble areas in IT applications across the organization Coordinate and perform tests, including end-user reviews, for modified and new systems, training and other post-implementation support. Responsibilities - Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised: None Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of concepts and principles of application programming, database and system design including Internet, and network architectures Knowledge of legacy, and web-based systems interfaces Knowledge of importing data for use in report software, spreadsheets, graphs, and flow charts Knowledge of cost-benefit analysis and total cost of ownership modeling Skill in performing requirements development, process modeling, reporting and project management tools Skill in developing process models and data flow diagrams using industry-standard modeling techniques Skill in selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new concepts Ability to accurately identify/determine customer needs and take appropriate actions and/or steps to address identified needs Ability to recognize, value, and include different perspectives, experiences, approaches, and cultures in achieving organizational goals Ability to gain and maintain the trust and confidence of others and the organization through consistency and reliability Ability to give, receive, or share thoughts, ideas, perspective, and data to create shared understanding Ability to define, analyze, and find solutions for difficult or complex problems Ability to view the big picture Ability to quickly become familiar with emerging technologies Ability to identify trends as well as isolated events. Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * This position requires graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to the job. Experience may substitute for education for up to four (4) years. Do you meet these minimum qualifications? Yes No * Describe your experience managing technology contracts in the electric utility industry, including number of years of experience. (Open Ended Question) * Do you have an active contract management certification or the ability to obtain one within six (6) months of hire? Yes No * Do you have an active contract management certification? If yes, please list the credential. (Open Ended Question) * In 500 words or less, provide a brief description of your experience with local, State, and Federal grant opportunities. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience monitoring contracts and vendor relations, including the number of years of experience. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience acquiring enterprise applications, including the number of years of experience. (Open Ended Question) * This position requires a criminal background check. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired. I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Check. * Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties? Yes No Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents
Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Equivalent Experience: For Austin Energy: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus three (3) years of experience in a field related to electric utility line or power plant construction and maintenance. OR Seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in construction or maintenance activities, including three (3) years of which were in the planning, coordination, and scheduling of utility construction projects. For Austin Water: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus 3 years of experience in coordination and scheduling of utility infrastructure projects. Education may substitute for experience up to two (2) years. Licenses or Certifications: None. Notes to Applicants Position Overview: Austin Water is seeking a Scheduler Analyst for Collection System Services. This position will be responsible for a variety of field tasks including but not limited to; coordinating special projects and scheduling operations and maintenance activities for the wastewater collection system. Compiling data, preparing reports and communicating with internal and external customers. Location: Webberville Service Center, 2600 Webberville Rd Austin TX 78702 Working with Austin Water provides a number of benefits including medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click HERE for more information. When completing the City of Austin employment application: Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job title and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered. A resume is required, but will not substitute for a complete employment application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please include contact information from previous employers. A cover letter is also required. In the cover letter, candidates should describe in concise detail their interest in this position and highlight any prior experience that is relevant to this position. If you are selected as a top candidate: Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution and proof of your professional licenses or certifications. If you are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date. Travel: If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations. Secondary Employment: All Austin Water employees are prohibited from accepting or engaging in any secondary employment that might conflict or interfere with an employee’s duty and responsibility to the Department. Austin Water must review all secondary employment. Employees are required to submit a Secondary Employment Application for review and approval upon being hired with Austin Water, as well as current Austin Water employees considering secondary employment. Effective October 1, 2014, all Austin Water worksite locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any AW worksite - including construction sites, parking lot, garage or in any personal vehicle located on the premises. Pay Range $35.04 - $44.67 per hour Hours Monday - Thursday; 6:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., with some flexibility. Subject to change, other hours determined by business needs Job Close Date 05/30/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Water Utility Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location Webberville Service Center Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Experience with computerized maintenance management systems, such as Maximo or Hanson/IPS8 and line televising software, such as Granite. Experience preparing and developing reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing large quantities of data. Ability to manage multiple, simultaneous priorities and tasks in a fast-paced work environment. Experience working for a utility, government, or similarly regulated entity. Experience in planning projects by determining crew size and composition, work hour requirements, and equipment requirements. Ability to communicate project and/or program information to internal and external customers. Ability to travel to work outside of normal business hours when necessary. Ability to travel to more than one work location. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Coordinates and schedules field construction and maintenance projects. Coordinates and reviews construction- or engineering-related contracts and contract documents. Measures work performances against engineering work standards to develop, maintain, and improve City of Austin design and construction standards. Tracks status of projects, and reports to management. Plans projects by determining crew size and composition, work hour requirements, and equipment requirements. Prepares work order schedules, control records, and post schedules. Communicates project and/or program information to internal and external customers. Ensures compliance with City and other regulatory agency requirements and policies. Meets with project managers, engineers, and contractors to discuss designs. Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluations, training, and guidance to others. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of construction projects common to utilities. Knowledge of workforce requirements and work output for field construction crews. Knowledge of equipment and construction techniques common to utility construction practices. Skill in reviewing and summarizing project status reports. Skill in maintaining records of project phase. Skill in scheduling workforce. Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The minimum qualifications for this position are: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus 3 years of experience in coordination and scheduling of utility infrastructure projects. Education may substitute for experience up to two (2) years. Do you meet these minimum qualifications? Yes No * How many years of experience do you have working with wastewater collection systems? None Less than 3 years 3 - 5 years More than 5 years How many years of experience do you have working in a lead capacity and coordinating with multiple stakeholders, such as engineers, inspectors, contractors, or O&M staff during the design and plan review phase, construction, operation and maintenance of water distribution systems and wastewater collection systems? None Less than 3 years 3 - 5 years More than 5 years How many years of experience do you have working with work order systems such as IPS, Maximo, or others? Less than 1 year 1-3 years 3-5 years More than 5 years * Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties? Yes No * Were you referred to this opportunity by an Austin Water employee? If yes, please provide the employee’s full name. (Open Ended Question) Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents
May 10, 2024
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Equivalent Experience: For Austin Energy: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus three (3) years of experience in a field related to electric utility line or power plant construction and maintenance. OR Seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in construction or maintenance activities, including three (3) years of which were in the planning, coordination, and scheduling of utility construction projects. For Austin Water: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus 3 years of experience in coordination and scheduling of utility infrastructure projects. Education may substitute for experience up to two (2) years. Licenses or Certifications: None. Notes to Applicants Position Overview: Austin Water is seeking a Scheduler Analyst for Collection System Services. This position will be responsible for a variety of field tasks including but not limited to; coordinating special projects and scheduling operations and maintenance activities for the wastewater collection system. Compiling data, preparing reports and communicating with internal and external customers. Location: Webberville Service Center, 2600 Webberville Rd Austin TX 78702 Working with Austin Water provides a number of benefits including medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click HERE for more information. When completing the City of Austin employment application: Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job title and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered. A resume is required, but will not substitute for a complete employment application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please include contact information from previous employers. A cover letter is also required. In the cover letter, candidates should describe in concise detail their interest in this position and highlight any prior experience that is relevant to this position. If you are selected as a top candidate: Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution and proof of your professional licenses or certifications. If you are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date. Travel: If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations. Secondary Employment: All Austin Water employees are prohibited from accepting or engaging in any secondary employment that might conflict or interfere with an employee’s duty and responsibility to the Department. Austin Water must review all secondary employment. Employees are required to submit a Secondary Employment Application for review and approval upon being hired with Austin Water, as well as current Austin Water employees considering secondary employment. Effective October 1, 2014, all Austin Water worksite locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any AW worksite - including construction sites, parking lot, garage or in any personal vehicle located on the premises. Pay Range $35.04 - $44.67 per hour Hours Monday - Thursday; 6:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., with some flexibility. Subject to change, other hours determined by business needs Job Close Date 05/30/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Water Utility Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location Webberville Service Center Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Experience with computerized maintenance management systems, such as Maximo or Hanson/IPS8 and line televising software, such as Granite. Experience preparing and developing reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing large quantities of data. Ability to manage multiple, simultaneous priorities and tasks in a fast-paced work environment. Experience working for a utility, government, or similarly regulated entity. Experience in planning projects by determining crew size and composition, work hour requirements, and equipment requirements. Ability to communicate project and/or program information to internal and external customers. Ability to travel to work outside of normal business hours when necessary. Ability to travel to more than one work location. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Coordinates and schedules field construction and maintenance projects. Coordinates and reviews construction- or engineering-related contracts and contract documents. Measures work performances against engineering work standards to develop, maintain, and improve City of Austin design and construction standards. Tracks status of projects, and reports to management. Plans projects by determining crew size and composition, work hour requirements, and equipment requirements. Prepares work order schedules, control records, and post schedules. Communicates project and/or program information to internal and external customers. Ensures compliance with City and other regulatory agency requirements and policies. Meets with project managers, engineers, and contractors to discuss designs. Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluations, training, and guidance to others. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of construction projects common to utilities. Knowledge of workforce requirements and work output for field construction crews. Knowledge of equipment and construction techniques common to utility construction practices. Skill in reviewing and summarizing project status reports. Skill in maintaining records of project phase. Skill in scheduling workforce. Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The minimum qualifications for this position are: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus 3 years of experience in coordination and scheduling of utility infrastructure projects. Education may substitute for experience up to two (2) years. Do you meet these minimum qualifications? Yes No * How many years of experience do you have working with wastewater collection systems? None Less than 3 years 3 - 5 years More than 5 years How many years of experience do you have working in a lead capacity and coordinating with multiple stakeholders, such as engineers, inspectors, contractors, or O&M staff during the design and plan review phase, construction, operation and maintenance of water distribution systems and wastewater collection systems? None Less than 3 years 3 - 5 years More than 5 years How many years of experience do you have working with work order systems such as IPS, Maximo, or others? Less than 1 year 1-3 years 3-5 years More than 5 years * Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties? Yes No * Were you referred to this opportunity by an Austin Water employee? If yes, please provide the employee’s full name. (Open Ended Question) Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents
Marketing Statement Ride BART to a satisfying career that lets you both: 1) make a difference to Bay Area residents, and 2) enjoy excellent pay, benefits, and employment stability. BART is looking for people who like to be challenged, work in a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for connecting riders to work, school and other places they need to go. BART offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and the CalPERS retirement program. Job Summary Pay Rate AFSCME Pay Band H (Principal Energy Analyst) Annual Salary Range $ 135,397.73 (Minimum) - $ 176,016.91 (Maximum) The negotiable salary offer will be between $135,397.73 - $155,707.32/annually commensurate with experience and education. Reports To Manager of Energy Current Assignment The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) is one of the largest and cleanest rapid transit systems in the country, connecting 50 passenger stations in five Bay Area counties with a fleet of almost 700 electric rail cars. The Principal Energy Analyst plays a central role in managing the District’s energy supply and annual operating budget. This position resides within the District’s Energy Division responsible for BART’s wholesale electric power and retail gas supply, including all aspects of planning, budgeting, procurement and portfolio management. The Principal Energy Analyst directly supports the District’s wholesale electric planning and procurement; performs tasks related to annual budget planning, management, and reconciliation; oversees counterparty performance and obligations under existing commercial agreements; participates in regulatory engagement and rulemaking processes relating to the District’s wholesale electric procurement; produces quantitative analysis to inform wholesale electric planning activities and other energy-related project evaluation; leads the routine processing and reconciliation of invoices supporting Energy Division operations; prepares routine risk management reporting; and may perform other related duties as assigned. This is the highest-level classification in the Energy Analyst series. Positions at this level possess a specialized, technical or functional expertise within the area of assignment, and may exercise lead supervision over external consultants and/or other supporting staff. Employees at this level are frequently assigned responsibilities above the journey level and are often required to exercise sound independent judgment in the performance of all duties. The ideal candidate will demonstrate familiarity with, and/or proficiency in, some of the following areas in addition to the minimum qualifications: • Demonstrated ability to manage and manipulate large datasets with accuracy and efficiency. • Various electric sector regulatory agencies and other entities including the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), California Energy Commission (CEC), California Air Resources Board (CARB), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), California Independent System Operator (CAISO), and the Western Electricity Coordinating Council (WECC)/Peak Reliability. • Electric sector concepts and practices such as utility ratemaking and tariffs, California Public Utilities Code, CPUC Rules of Practice and Procedure, CAISO wholesale market rules and operations, wholesale electric planning and procurement, and electric load forecasting. • Wholesale electric products and attributes including energy, Resource Adequacy (RA), renewable energy credits (RECs), congestion revenue rights (CRRs), ancillary services, and greenhouse gas (GHG) compliance instruments. • Problem-solving skills, including the ability to frame issues and provide quantitative analysis to support recommendations to BART leadership. • Familiarity with basic financial accounting concepts including budgeting, capital expenditures, operating expenses, depreciation and accruals. • Strong communication skills in various mediums and forums. • Ability to quickly develop subject matter expertise and contextual understanding of complex topics related to transit, energy, and sustainability. • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across business functions and with external parties. • Ability to lead, collaborate, support and secure buy-in across business functions on high priority, time-sensitive projects. • Ability to proactively identify opportunities for continuous improvement and effectively develop, communicate and implement recommended solutions. Selection Process Initial screening of applications is tentatively set for the week of July 8, 2024. This position is represented by American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). Applications will be screened to assure that minimum qualifications are met. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will then be referred to the hiring department for the completion of further selection processes. The selection process for this position may include a skills/performance demonstration, a written examination, and/or an individual or panel interview. DEFINITION Under general supervision, plans and performs the most complex and difficult work of staff responsible for the procurement of wholesale electricity, other wholesale energy products and compliance instruments, and retail natural gas; may supervise, assign, and review the work of staff responsible for coordinating regulatory matters relating to the District’s unbundled power supply; supports the development of budget projections and leads periodic budget reconciliation; oversees invoicing from and payment to District vendors; coordinates energy-related projects and studies; provides staff assistance to the Manager of Energy; and performs other related duties as assigned. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS This is the highest working level with the Energy Analyst series. Positions at this master level perform the most technical and complex duties assigned to the series. This classification, requires specialized, technical, or functional expertise, may also be responsible for overseeing the work of lower-level staff, and/or assisting higher-level managerial staff in planning and evaluating the quantity and quality of work performance by subordinate staff. Employees at this level are routinely assigned responsibilities above the journey level and must be capable of exercising independent judgement in the execution of all duties. This position is distinguished from the Manager of Energy in that the latter is responsible for overall management of the Energy Division and serves as the primary point of contact regarding managing and executing the transmission and distribution of energy agreements. Examples of Duties Performs the most complex and difficult work of staff responsible for the wholesale procurement of electricity and retail procurement of natural gas on behalf of the District; may plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, and review the work of lower level Energy Division staff. Manages and administers electricity supply and other energy-related contracts, including the oversight and reconciliation of product and service delivery, and resolution of inaccuracies or conflicts with counterparties that may arise. Negotiates new agreements for energy products or services, including the evaluation of pricing and other terms and conditions. Responds to data requests from other internal departments, executive management, regulators, the District’s Board of Directors, or the public. Coordinates utility service connections, generator interconnections, and/or other energy services with local utilities to support the District’s operations and system expansion activities. Oversees the preparation of annual operating budgets for electricity and natural gas, including development of multi-year budget projections, analysis of quarterly budget variances, and the forecast of long-term energy-related costs and revenues. Participation in rulemaking, workshops, and regulatory proceedings germane to the District’s acquisition of energy, energy procurement authorities, and/or compliance requirements. Evaluates proposed tariff or market design modifications, updates, or amendments, with potential impact to the BART’s energy procurement, including advocacy on behalf of the District. Proposes, plans, and develops draft legislation on energy issues; submits to higher level staff for comment and approval. Prepares feasibility studies and/or economic evaluations of innovative energy-related projects or technologies to support capital initiatives or the acquisition of the District’s energy supply. Presents technical analysis to internal committees, executive management, and the BART Board of Directors. Serves as subject-matter expert to other internal stakeholders with respect to wholesale power procurement, wholesale market tariffs, and electric service contracts and agreements. Trains assigned employees in their areas of work including energy analysis methods, procedures, and techniques; acts as an internal consultant and expert to other departments on understanding the applicability of electric and natural gas tariffs. Coordinates the work of outside consultants, experts, and attorneys; coordinates projects and activities; reviews work progress. Represents the District at a variety of professional meetings associated with energy procurement and planning; stays current on new technologies related to energy utilization and conservation. Minimum Qualifications Education : A Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, economics, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university. Experience : Four (4) years of (full-time equivalent) verifiable professional energy program analysis experience. Substitution: Additional professional experience as outlined above may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis. A college degree is preferred. Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of : Operations, activities, and services comprising wholesale electricity procurement Principles of lead supervision and training Operations, activities, and services comprising wholesale electricity procurement Principles of energy markets and operations Advanced methods of quantitative, statistical, and financial analysis Methods and techniques to analyze and forecast energy needs and costs Principles and practices of contract administration and management Prevailing industry practices of the electric power sector Advanced principles and practices of energy procurement, utilization, and conservation Analytical tools and software to support long-term electric supply planning and procurement Federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and utility tariffs governing wholesale electric procurement in California Fundamentals of financial and managerial accounting Skill/ Ability in : Selecting, supervising, training, and evaluating staff Resolving and settling contract disputes Leadership and oversight of collaborative activities Independent execution of complex analyses related energy supply, usage, and cost Execution and enforcement of department policies and procedures Interpretation of complex rules and regulations Design and execution of technology evaluation and feasibility studies to determine costs and benefits, and other available alternatives Development of analytical tools or models to automate existing processes or procedures Interpretation of quantitative analysis and presentation of results Operation of office equipment, including personal computers and proficiency in Microsoft Office software Working independently in the absence of supervision Understanding and following oral and written instructions Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing Providing excellent customer service to other internal departments, executive management, BART’s Board of Directors, and other stakeholders Production of high-quality work in a timely manner and on several activities simultaneously Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work Equal Employment Opportunity GroupBox1 The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and above), religion, national origin (including language use restrictions), disability (mental and physical, including HIV and AIDS), ancestry, marital status, military status, veteran status, medical condition (cancer/genetic characteristics and information), or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws. The BART Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities or for religious reasons. Please advise the Human Resources Department of any special needs in advance of the examination by emailing at least 5 days before your examination date at employment@bart.gov . Qualified veterans may be eligible to obtain additional veteran's credit in the selection process for this recruitment (effective Jan. 1, 2013). To obtain the credit, veterans must attach to the application a DD214 discharge document or proof of disability and complete/submit the Veteran's Preference Application no later than the closing date of the posting. For more information about this credit please go to the Veteran's Preference Policy and Application link at www.bart.gov/jobs . The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) prides itself in offering best in class benefits packages to employees of the District. Currently, the following benefits may be available to employees in this job classification. Highlights Medical Coverage (or $350/month if opted out) Dental Coverage Vision Insurance (Basic and Enhanced Plans Available) Retirement Plan through the CA Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) 2% @ 55 (Classic Members) 2% @ 62 (PEPRA Members) Reciprocity available for existing members of many other public retirement systems (see BART website and/or CalPERS website for details) Money Purchase Pension Plan (in-lieu of participating in Social Security tax) 6.65% employer contribution up to annual maximum of $1,868.65 Deferred Compensation & Roth 457 Sick Leave Accruals (12 days per year) Vacation Accruals (3-6 weeks based on time worked w/ the District) Holidays: 9 observed holidays and 4 floating holidays Life Insurance w/ ability to obtain additional coverage Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Survivor Benefits through BART Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts: Health and Dependent Care Commuter Benefits Free BART Passes for BART employees and eligible family members. Closing Date/Time: 12/31/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
May 25, 2024
Full Time
Marketing Statement Ride BART to a satisfying career that lets you both: 1) make a difference to Bay Area residents, and 2) enjoy excellent pay, benefits, and employment stability. BART is looking for people who like to be challenged, work in a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for connecting riders to work, school and other places they need to go. BART offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and the CalPERS retirement program. Job Summary Pay Rate AFSCME Pay Band H (Principal Energy Analyst) Annual Salary Range $ 135,397.73 (Minimum) - $ 176,016.91 (Maximum) The negotiable salary offer will be between $135,397.73 - $155,707.32/annually commensurate with experience and education. Reports To Manager of Energy Current Assignment The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) is one of the largest and cleanest rapid transit systems in the country, connecting 50 passenger stations in five Bay Area counties with a fleet of almost 700 electric rail cars. The Principal Energy Analyst plays a central role in managing the District’s energy supply and annual operating budget. This position resides within the District’s Energy Division responsible for BART’s wholesale electric power and retail gas supply, including all aspects of planning, budgeting, procurement and portfolio management. The Principal Energy Analyst directly supports the District’s wholesale electric planning and procurement; performs tasks related to annual budget planning, management, and reconciliation; oversees counterparty performance and obligations under existing commercial agreements; participates in regulatory engagement and rulemaking processes relating to the District’s wholesale electric procurement; produces quantitative analysis to inform wholesale electric planning activities and other energy-related project evaluation; leads the routine processing and reconciliation of invoices supporting Energy Division operations; prepares routine risk management reporting; and may perform other related duties as assigned. This is the highest-level classification in the Energy Analyst series. Positions at this level possess a specialized, technical or functional expertise within the area of assignment, and may exercise lead supervision over external consultants and/or other supporting staff. Employees at this level are frequently assigned responsibilities above the journey level and are often required to exercise sound independent judgment in the performance of all duties. The ideal candidate will demonstrate familiarity with, and/or proficiency in, some of the following areas in addition to the minimum qualifications: • Demonstrated ability to manage and manipulate large datasets with accuracy and efficiency. • Various electric sector regulatory agencies and other entities including the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), California Energy Commission (CEC), California Air Resources Board (CARB), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), California Independent System Operator (CAISO), and the Western Electricity Coordinating Council (WECC)/Peak Reliability. • Electric sector concepts and practices such as utility ratemaking and tariffs, California Public Utilities Code, CPUC Rules of Practice and Procedure, CAISO wholesale market rules and operations, wholesale electric planning and procurement, and electric load forecasting. • Wholesale electric products and attributes including energy, Resource Adequacy (RA), renewable energy credits (RECs), congestion revenue rights (CRRs), ancillary services, and greenhouse gas (GHG) compliance instruments. • Problem-solving skills, including the ability to frame issues and provide quantitative analysis to support recommendations to BART leadership. • Familiarity with basic financial accounting concepts including budgeting, capital expenditures, operating expenses, depreciation and accruals. • Strong communication skills in various mediums and forums. • Ability to quickly develop subject matter expertise and contextual understanding of complex topics related to transit, energy, and sustainability. • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across business functions and with external parties. • Ability to lead, collaborate, support and secure buy-in across business functions on high priority, time-sensitive projects. • Ability to proactively identify opportunities for continuous improvement and effectively develop, communicate and implement recommended solutions. Selection Process Initial screening of applications is tentatively set for the week of July 8, 2024. This position is represented by American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). Applications will be screened to assure that minimum qualifications are met. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will then be referred to the hiring department for the completion of further selection processes. The selection process for this position may include a skills/performance demonstration, a written examination, and/or an individual or panel interview. DEFINITION Under general supervision, plans and performs the most complex and difficult work of staff responsible for the procurement of wholesale electricity, other wholesale energy products and compliance instruments, and retail natural gas; may supervise, assign, and review the work of staff responsible for coordinating regulatory matters relating to the District’s unbundled power supply; supports the development of budget projections and leads periodic budget reconciliation; oversees invoicing from and payment to District vendors; coordinates energy-related projects and studies; provides staff assistance to the Manager of Energy; and performs other related duties as assigned. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS This is the highest working level with the Energy Analyst series. Positions at this master level perform the most technical and complex duties assigned to the series. This classification, requires specialized, technical, or functional expertise, may also be responsible for overseeing the work of lower-level staff, and/or assisting higher-level managerial staff in planning and evaluating the quantity and quality of work performance by subordinate staff. Employees at this level are routinely assigned responsibilities above the journey level and must be capable of exercising independent judgement in the execution of all duties. This position is distinguished from the Manager of Energy in that the latter is responsible for overall management of the Energy Division and serves as the primary point of contact regarding managing and executing the transmission and distribution of energy agreements. Examples of Duties Performs the most complex and difficult work of staff responsible for the wholesale procurement of electricity and retail procurement of natural gas on behalf of the District; may plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, and review the work of lower level Energy Division staff. Manages and administers electricity supply and other energy-related contracts, including the oversight and reconciliation of product and service delivery, and resolution of inaccuracies or conflicts with counterparties that may arise. Negotiates new agreements for energy products or services, including the evaluation of pricing and other terms and conditions. Responds to data requests from other internal departments, executive management, regulators, the District’s Board of Directors, or the public. Coordinates utility service connections, generator interconnections, and/or other energy services with local utilities to support the District’s operations and system expansion activities. Oversees the preparation of annual operating budgets for electricity and natural gas, including development of multi-year budget projections, analysis of quarterly budget variances, and the forecast of long-term energy-related costs and revenues. Participation in rulemaking, workshops, and regulatory proceedings germane to the District’s acquisition of energy, energy procurement authorities, and/or compliance requirements. Evaluates proposed tariff or market design modifications, updates, or amendments, with potential impact to the BART’s energy procurement, including advocacy on behalf of the District. Proposes, plans, and develops draft legislation on energy issues; submits to higher level staff for comment and approval. Prepares feasibility studies and/or economic evaluations of innovative energy-related projects or technologies to support capital initiatives or the acquisition of the District’s energy supply. Presents technical analysis to internal committees, executive management, and the BART Board of Directors. Serves as subject-matter expert to other internal stakeholders with respect to wholesale power procurement, wholesale market tariffs, and electric service contracts and agreements. Trains assigned employees in their areas of work including energy analysis methods, procedures, and techniques; acts as an internal consultant and expert to other departments on understanding the applicability of electric and natural gas tariffs. Coordinates the work of outside consultants, experts, and attorneys; coordinates projects and activities; reviews work progress. Represents the District at a variety of professional meetings associated with energy procurement and planning; stays current on new technologies related to energy utilization and conservation. Minimum Qualifications Education : A Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, economics, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university. Experience : Four (4) years of (full-time equivalent) verifiable professional energy program analysis experience. Substitution: Additional professional experience as outlined above may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis. A college degree is preferred. Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of : Operations, activities, and services comprising wholesale electricity procurement Principles of lead supervision and training Operations, activities, and services comprising wholesale electricity procurement Principles of energy markets and operations Advanced methods of quantitative, statistical, and financial analysis Methods and techniques to analyze and forecast energy needs and costs Principles and practices of contract administration and management Prevailing industry practices of the electric power sector Advanced principles and practices of energy procurement, utilization, and conservation Analytical tools and software to support long-term electric supply planning and procurement Federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and utility tariffs governing wholesale electric procurement in California Fundamentals of financial and managerial accounting Skill/ Ability in : Selecting, supervising, training, and evaluating staff Resolving and settling contract disputes Leadership and oversight of collaborative activities Independent execution of complex analyses related energy supply, usage, and cost Execution and enforcement of department policies and procedures Interpretation of complex rules and regulations Design and execution of technology evaluation and feasibility studies to determine costs and benefits, and other available alternatives Development of analytical tools or models to automate existing processes or procedures Interpretation of quantitative analysis and presentation of results Operation of office equipment, including personal computers and proficiency in Microsoft Office software Working independently in the absence of supervision Understanding and following oral and written instructions Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing Providing excellent customer service to other internal departments, executive management, BART’s Board of Directors, and other stakeholders Production of high-quality work in a timely manner and on several activities simultaneously Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work Equal Employment Opportunity GroupBox1 The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and above), religion, national origin (including language use restrictions), disability (mental and physical, including HIV and AIDS), ancestry, marital status, military status, veteran status, medical condition (cancer/genetic characteristics and information), or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws. The BART Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities or for religious reasons. Please advise the Human Resources Department of any special needs in advance of the examination by emailing at least 5 days before your examination date at employment@bart.gov . Qualified veterans may be eligible to obtain additional veteran's credit in the selection process for this recruitment (effective Jan. 1, 2013). To obtain the credit, veterans must attach to the application a DD214 discharge document or proof of disability and complete/submit the Veteran's Preference Application no later than the closing date of the posting. For more information about this credit please go to the Veteran's Preference Policy and Application link at www.bart.gov/jobs . The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) prides itself in offering best in class benefits packages to employees of the District. Currently, the following benefits may be available to employees in this job classification. Highlights Medical Coverage (or $350/month if opted out) Dental Coverage Vision Insurance (Basic and Enhanced Plans Available) Retirement Plan through the CA Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) 2% @ 55 (Classic Members) 2% @ 62 (PEPRA Members) Reciprocity available for existing members of many other public retirement systems (see BART website and/or CalPERS website for details) Money Purchase Pension Plan (in-lieu of participating in Social Security tax) 6.65% employer contribution up to annual maximum of $1,868.65 Deferred Compensation & Roth 457 Sick Leave Accruals (12 days per year) Vacation Accruals (3-6 weeks based on time worked w/ the District) Holidays: 9 observed holidays and 4 floating holidays Life Insurance w/ ability to obtain additional coverage Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Survivor Benefits through BART Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts: Health and Dependent Care Commuter Benefits Free BART Passes for BART employees and eligible family members. Closing Date/Time: 12/31/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Description GROW YOUR CAREER! Join Roseville Electric Utility as an ASSISTANT ELECTRIC ANALYST ASSOCIATE ELECTRIC ANALYST If you are eager to make a tangible difference, have an eye for detail, and thrive in a collaborative environment, don’t hesitate to apply now! We are seeking several talented individuals like yourself to join our Roseville Electric Team. The ideal candidate will possess a background, or interest and aptitude for mastering various aspects of utility finance, compliance, or advanced metering infrastructure. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline business processes, develop and complete reporting and or documentation to fulfill business requirements, and act as a point of contact for subject matter experts inside and outside the utility, among other responsibilities. A few examples of potential activities you could assist with involve: Finance: Support the finance and customer analytics team in creating reports and conducting analysis of financial or energy load information. Support the budget functions related to electric utility operations and capital improvements. Develop and review customer rates for energy usage, developer impact fees, and internal cost allocations. Compliance: Prepare, review, and complete repetitive required federal, state, and local compliance reporting. Track and monitor federal and/or environmental regulatory compliance requirements. Contribute to completing internal compliance audits, identifying areas of improvement, and implementing corrective actions as needed. AMI: Support the AMI (Advanced Metering Infrastructure) system and operations along with the Meter Data Management System (MDMS). Develop, review, and analyze data from the smart meters and develop reporting to meet business needs. Provide end-user training on all systems related to AMI and act as a point of contact for system users. Excellent organizational and analytic skills a plus. Grow your career and contribute to the progression and support of our utility! The employment list that will be established from this recruitment may be utilized to fill future regular, limited-term, and temporary vacancies. The current vacancy is regular, full-time, and benefitted. The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; a flex schedule may be available. The City of Roseville is committed to a diverse workforce. We are engaged in understanding the needs and backgrounds of our colleagues and those we serve. Our organization is unified in this commitment, as we believe this produces the best results for our community. Examples of Duties Click HERE for a complete and detailed job specification and minimum qualifications for Assistant Electric Analyst . Click HERE for a complete and detailed job specification and minimum qualifications for Associate Electric Analyst . Minimum Qualifications EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: ASSISTANT ELECTRIC ANALYST Experience: No professional experience is required. AND Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in business administration, public administration, economics, engineering, mathematics, accounting, computer science or a related field. License or Certificate: Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment. ASSOCIATE ELECTRIC ANALYST Experience: Two years of responsible experience performing duties similar to that of an Assistant Electric Analyst with the City of Roseville. AND Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in business administration, public administration, economics, engineering, mathematics, accounting, computer science or a related field. License or Certificate: Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment. Supplemental Information ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Detailed information on the City of Roseville recruitment practices can be reviewed on the Frequently Asked Questions page. The City of Roseville defines “accredited college or university” as an institution of higher learning and must be listed on the United States Department of Education Database of Accredited Post-Secondary Institutions and Programs website http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation . Credits earned from colleges, universities, and institutions listed as accredited institutions on this website will be considered as part of the educational component of the minimum qualifications for a classification. The following options apply to the evaluation of college degrees from countries outside the United States: Educational background from a foreign country may be evaluated by an accredited United States college or university listed on the U.S. Department of Education Database of Accredited Post-Secondary Institutions and Programs website. Verification of degree equivalency may be obtained from organizations that provide foreign education credential evaluation services. The City of Roseville will accept verification from any of the listed member agencies found at www.naces.org or www.aice-eval.org . A copy of the foreign credential evaluation verification can be attached to the employment application. If you are offered a position with the City of Roseville, as a part of the pre-employment steps, applicants must provide a foreign degree credential equivalency certificate from an approved member agency above. Applicants who do not provide verification will be eliminated from further consideration. SELECTION PROCESS All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will have their application scored in a Formula Rate Examination. The applicant’s experience and education will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the Employment List. Supplemental questions will be utilized by the department hiring authority to make interview and selection determinations. Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check, and depending on the position applied for, a pre-employment medical exam, drug and alcohol screening test, credit check, license and/or education verification, psychological examination, and/or an extensive Police Department background check process. THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS. MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: The City of Roseville offers competitive benefits packages to full-time employees. Regular part-time employees receive benefits on a pro-rated basis. For more information regarding the City's benefits, visit our website here . Benefits currently include: Health, dental, and vision insurance benefits Cafeteria plan, plus City paid Flex credit Life insurance (City paid and optional supplemental employee paid) Flexible spending accounts for dependent and health/medical costs Employee assistance plan Retirement savings plan Deferred compensation plan(s) Short-term and Long-term Disability employee paid plans Educational reimbursement Vacation leave, sick leave, personal/management leaves Holiday pay (plus two floating holidays annually) Bilingual pay Longevity pay GENERAL BENEFITS : A majority of the employee benefits are similar for all City employees. There are benefits that differ depending on which bargaining unit the job classification is assigned. Exact benefits information can be found by visiting the Benefits webpage and selecting the specific bargaining unit group. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to the City's temporary positions. Temporary employees that work 1,500 hours annually may elect medical insurance. Temporary employees contribute to a retirement plan depending on the status of total hours worked annually. Closing Date/Time: 5/28/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
May 15, 2024
Full Time
Description GROW YOUR CAREER! Join Roseville Electric Utility as an ASSISTANT ELECTRIC ANALYST ASSOCIATE ELECTRIC ANALYST If you are eager to make a tangible difference, have an eye for detail, and thrive in a collaborative environment, don’t hesitate to apply now! We are seeking several talented individuals like yourself to join our Roseville Electric Team. The ideal candidate will possess a background, or interest and aptitude for mastering various aspects of utility finance, compliance, or advanced metering infrastructure. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline business processes, develop and complete reporting and or documentation to fulfill business requirements, and act as a point of contact for subject matter experts inside and outside the utility, among other responsibilities. A few examples of potential activities you could assist with involve: Finance: Support the finance and customer analytics team in creating reports and conducting analysis of financial or energy load information. Support the budget functions related to electric utility operations and capital improvements. Develop and review customer rates for energy usage, developer impact fees, and internal cost allocations. Compliance: Prepare, review, and complete repetitive required federal, state, and local compliance reporting. Track and monitor federal and/or environmental regulatory compliance requirements. Contribute to completing internal compliance audits, identifying areas of improvement, and implementing corrective actions as needed. AMI: Support the AMI (Advanced Metering Infrastructure) system and operations along with the Meter Data Management System (MDMS). Develop, review, and analyze data from the smart meters and develop reporting to meet business needs. Provide end-user training on all systems related to AMI and act as a point of contact for system users. Excellent organizational and analytic skills a plus. Grow your career and contribute to the progression and support of our utility! The employment list that will be established from this recruitment may be utilized to fill future regular, limited-term, and temporary vacancies. The current vacancy is regular, full-time, and benefitted. The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; a flex schedule may be available. The City of Roseville is committed to a diverse workforce. We are engaged in understanding the needs and backgrounds of our colleagues and those we serve. Our organization is unified in this commitment, as we believe this produces the best results for our community. Examples of Duties Click HERE for a complete and detailed job specification and minimum qualifications for Assistant Electric Analyst . Click HERE for a complete and detailed job specification and minimum qualifications for Associate Electric Analyst . Minimum Qualifications EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: ASSISTANT ELECTRIC ANALYST Experience: No professional experience is required. AND Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in business administration, public administration, economics, engineering, mathematics, accounting, computer science or a related field. License or Certificate: Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment. ASSOCIATE ELECTRIC ANALYST Experience: Two years of responsible experience performing duties similar to that of an Assistant Electric Analyst with the City of Roseville. AND Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in business administration, public administration, economics, engineering, mathematics, accounting, computer science or a related field. License or Certificate: Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment. Supplemental Information ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Detailed information on the City of Roseville recruitment practices can be reviewed on the Frequently Asked Questions page. The City of Roseville defines “accredited college or university” as an institution of higher learning and must be listed on the United States Department of Education Database of Accredited Post-Secondary Institutions and Programs website http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation . Credits earned from colleges, universities, and institutions listed as accredited institutions on this website will be considered as part of the educational component of the minimum qualifications for a classification. The following options apply to the evaluation of college degrees from countries outside the United States: Educational background from a foreign country may be evaluated by an accredited United States college or university listed on the U.S. Department of Education Database of Accredited Post-Secondary Institutions and Programs website. Verification of degree equivalency may be obtained from organizations that provide foreign education credential evaluation services. The City of Roseville will accept verification from any of the listed member agencies found at www.naces.org or www.aice-eval.org . A copy of the foreign credential evaluation verification can be attached to the employment application. If you are offered a position with the City of Roseville, as a part of the pre-employment steps, applicants must provide a foreign degree credential equivalency certificate from an approved member agency above. Applicants who do not provide verification will be eliminated from further consideration. SELECTION PROCESS All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will have their application scored in a Formula Rate Examination. The applicant’s experience and education will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the Employment List. Supplemental questions will be utilized by the department hiring authority to make interview and selection determinations. Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check, and depending on the position applied for, a pre-employment medical exam, drug and alcohol screening test, credit check, license and/or education verification, psychological examination, and/or an extensive Police Department background check process. THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS. MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: The City of Roseville offers competitive benefits packages to full-time employees. Regular part-time employees receive benefits on a pro-rated basis. For more information regarding the City's benefits, visit our website here . Benefits currently include: Health, dental, and vision insurance benefits Cafeteria plan, plus City paid Flex credit Life insurance (City paid and optional supplemental employee paid) Flexible spending accounts for dependent and health/medical costs Employee assistance plan Retirement savings plan Deferred compensation plan(s) Short-term and Long-term Disability employee paid plans Educational reimbursement Vacation leave, sick leave, personal/management leaves Holiday pay (plus two floating holidays annually) Bilingual pay Longevity pay GENERAL BENEFITS : A majority of the employee benefits are similar for all City employees. There are benefits that differ depending on which bargaining unit the job classification is assigned. Exact benefits information can be found by visiting the Benefits webpage and selecting the specific bargaining unit group. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to the City's temporary positions. Temporary employees that work 1,500 hours annually may elect medical insurance. Temporary employees contribute to a retirement plan depending on the status of total hours worked annually. Closing Date/Time: 5/28/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Minimum Qualifications Energy Market Analyst Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university, plus three (3) years of experience in a related field. Master’s degree with major course work in a field related to the job may substitute for experience up to one (1) year. PhD. with major course work in a field related to the job may substitute for experience up to two (2) years. Licenses or Certifications: None. Energy Market Analyst Senior Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, plus five (5) years of experience in a related field. A Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to the job may substitute for experience up to one (1) year. PhD. from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to the job may substitute for experience up to two (2) years. Licenses and Certifications Required: None Notes to Applicants The Energy Market Analyst resides in the Energy Market Analysis & Resource Planning group of Energy and Market Operations Division. The Energy Market Analysis and Resource Planning group is responsible for anywhere from 5 minutes to 20 years supporting various activities such as Resource planning, Renewable integration & evaluation, Congestion revenue rights auction, load forecasting, fuel planning, Analyzing market conditions, Power purchase evaluation, Analyzing Market design changes etc. Working with Austin Energy provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. Please click HERE for more information. Employment Application: The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered. Please be sure to detail on the application all current and previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. The Employment Record should be complete with job titles, employment dates, job duties, functions, and responsibilities for each position held. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your application. This position does not allow for a resume or cover letter to be included. Only information on your employment application will be considered. You may use “N/A” for fields that are not applicable. Please note that Austin Energy may close the job posting at any time after 7 days from the date of the initial advertisement. Once the job posting has closed, applications cannot be changed. If you are selected as a top candidate: Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution. You must also provide proof of your professional licenses or certifications. If you are identified as a top candidate and are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date. ERCOT This position requires the use of an ERCOT Digital Certificate ( EDC ) and therefore will require a Security Review to determine if the candidate meets all the requirements for issuance of the EDC . Pay Range Commensurate Hours Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Work outside of regular business hours/days may be required due to business needs Job Close Date 06/13/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Energy Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 4815 Mueller Blvd, Austin TX 78723; Hybrid Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Knowledge of Nodal electricity market and analyzing Locational Marginal Prices and their impacts on transporting power Knowledge of generation dispatch economics, asset valuation, power plant financial statements, and renewable source integration Knowledge of modeling transmission systems, energy markets, utility operations, and/or LMP (Nodal) markets using steady-state and security-constrained unit commitment and economic dispatch models Knowledge of analyzing causes and cost impacts of Transmission Congestion Knowledge of with power/energy trading and electricity generation fuel market Knowledge of production cost models such as UPLAN / Aurora/ Promod, etc. Knowledge of with SAS statistical programming languages such as R, Python or other scripting language and BI tools such as Tableau or MS Power BI Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Energy Market Analyst Energy Market Analyst Senior Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Energy Market Analyst Energy Market Analyst Senior Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The minimum qualifications for this position are graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university, plus three (3) years of experience in a related field. Master's degree with major course work in a field related to the job may substitute for experience up to one (1) year. PhD with major course work in a field related to the job may substitute for experience up to two (2) years. Do you meet these requirements? Yes No * Please describe how you meet the minimum qualifications referenced above. Detail how you meet the educational requirements (if applicable), account for the years of related experience (if applicable), and explain any substitutions of experience for education, or vice-versa (if applicable). (Open Ended Question) * Do you have knowledge of Nodal Electricity Markets? Yes No * This position requires the use of an ERCOT Digital Certificate (EDC) and, therefore, will require a Security Review to determine if the candidate meets all the requirements for issuance of the EDC. Do you consent to a Security Review? Yes No * Rate your experience in Asset evaluation/Power plant financials/Renewable resource integration. None Low Medium High * Rate your experience analyzing Locational Marginal Prices and their impacts on transporting power. None Low Medium High * Rate your years of experience in modeling of transmission systems, energy markets, utility operations, and/or LMP (Nodal) markets using steady-state and security-constrained unit commitment and economic-dispatch models analyzing Locational Marginal Prices and their impacts on transporting power. Less than one (1) year One (1) to Three (3) years Three (3) to five (5) years More than five (5) years * Do you have experience analyzing the causes and cost impacts of Transmission Congestion? Yes No * Do you have experience working with power plant or transmission dispatch operations? Yes No * Do you have knowledge of generation dispatch economics? Yes No * Rate your experience with power/energy trading and electricity generation fuel markets. None Low Medium High * Rate your experience with production cost models such as UPLAN/Aurora/Promod etc., and forecasting tools. None Low Medium High * Rate your experience using SAS statistical programming language, R, Python or any scripting language. None Low Medium High * Rate your experience using BI tools such as Tableau or Microsoft power BI. None Low Medium High * Indicate your highest skill level in Microsoft Excel. Beginner: skill level includes data entry, basic formatting (page setup, column width, etc.), creating spreadsheets, etc. Intermediate: skill level includes basic calculations, use of functions, complex formatting (cell manipulation, etc.), charts/graphs (static), etc. Advanced: skill level includes pivot tables, V Lookups, formula creation, use of functions for formula creation, etc. Expert: skill level includes macros creation, complex formula creation/manipulation, charts/graphs (dynamic), create database queries, etc. None of the Above * This position requires a criminal background check. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired. Yes Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents
May 03, 2024
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications Energy Market Analyst Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university, plus three (3) years of experience in a related field. Master’s degree with major course work in a field related to the job may substitute for experience up to one (1) year. PhD. with major course work in a field related to the job may substitute for experience up to two (2) years. Licenses or Certifications: None. Energy Market Analyst Senior Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, plus five (5) years of experience in a related field. A Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to the job may substitute for experience up to one (1) year. PhD. from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to the job may substitute for experience up to two (2) years. Licenses and Certifications Required: None Notes to Applicants The Energy Market Analyst resides in the Energy Market Analysis & Resource Planning group of Energy and Market Operations Division. The Energy Market Analysis and Resource Planning group is responsible for anywhere from 5 minutes to 20 years supporting various activities such as Resource planning, Renewable integration & evaluation, Congestion revenue rights auction, load forecasting, fuel planning, Analyzing market conditions, Power purchase evaluation, Analyzing Market design changes etc. Working with Austin Energy provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. Please click HERE for more information. Employment Application: The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered. Please be sure to detail on the application all current and previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. The Employment Record should be complete with job titles, employment dates, job duties, functions, and responsibilities for each position held. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your application. This position does not allow for a resume or cover letter to be included. Only information on your employment application will be considered. You may use “N/A” for fields that are not applicable. Please note that Austin Energy may close the job posting at any time after 7 days from the date of the initial advertisement. Once the job posting has closed, applications cannot be changed. If you are selected as a top candidate: Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution. You must also provide proof of your professional licenses or certifications. If you are identified as a top candidate and are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date. ERCOT This position requires the use of an ERCOT Digital Certificate ( EDC ) and therefore will require a Security Review to determine if the candidate meets all the requirements for issuance of the EDC . Pay Range Commensurate Hours Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Work outside of regular business hours/days may be required due to business needs Job Close Date 06/13/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Energy Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 4815 Mueller Blvd, Austin TX 78723; Hybrid Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Knowledge of Nodal electricity market and analyzing Locational Marginal Prices and their impacts on transporting power Knowledge of generation dispatch economics, asset valuation, power plant financial statements, and renewable source integration Knowledge of modeling transmission systems, energy markets, utility operations, and/or LMP (Nodal) markets using steady-state and security-constrained unit commitment and economic dispatch models Knowledge of analyzing causes and cost impacts of Transmission Congestion Knowledge of with power/energy trading and electricity generation fuel market Knowledge of production cost models such as UPLAN / Aurora/ Promod, etc. Knowledge of with SAS statistical programming languages such as R, Python or other scripting language and BI tools such as Tableau or MS Power BI Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Energy Market Analyst Energy Market Analyst Senior Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Energy Market Analyst Energy Market Analyst Senior Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The minimum qualifications for this position are graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university, plus three (3) years of experience in a related field. Master's degree with major course work in a field related to the job may substitute for experience up to one (1) year. PhD with major course work in a field related to the job may substitute for experience up to two (2) years. Do you meet these requirements? Yes No * Please describe how you meet the minimum qualifications referenced above. Detail how you meet the educational requirements (if applicable), account for the years of related experience (if applicable), and explain any substitutions of experience for education, or vice-versa (if applicable). (Open Ended Question) * Do you have knowledge of Nodal Electricity Markets? Yes No * This position requires the use of an ERCOT Digital Certificate (EDC) and, therefore, will require a Security Review to determine if the candidate meets all the requirements for issuance of the EDC. Do you consent to a Security Review? Yes No * Rate your experience in Asset evaluation/Power plant financials/Renewable resource integration. None Low Medium High * Rate your experience analyzing Locational Marginal Prices and their impacts on transporting power. None Low Medium High * Rate your years of experience in modeling of transmission systems, energy markets, utility operations, and/or LMP (Nodal) markets using steady-state and security-constrained unit commitment and economic-dispatch models analyzing Locational Marginal Prices and their impacts on transporting power. Less than one (1) year One (1) to Three (3) years Three (3) to five (5) years More than five (5) years * Do you have experience analyzing the causes and cost impacts of Transmission Congestion? Yes No * Do you have experience working with power plant or transmission dispatch operations? Yes No * Do you have knowledge of generation dispatch economics? Yes No * Rate your experience with power/energy trading and electricity generation fuel markets. None Low Medium High * Rate your experience with production cost models such as UPLAN/Aurora/Promod etc., and forecasting tools. None Low Medium High * Rate your experience using SAS statistical programming language, R, Python or any scripting language. None Low Medium High * Rate your experience using BI tools such as Tableau or Microsoft power BI. None Low Medium High * Indicate your highest skill level in Microsoft Excel. Beginner: skill level includes data entry, basic formatting (page setup, column width, etc.), creating spreadsheets, etc. Intermediate: skill level includes basic calculations, use of functions, complex formatting (cell manipulation, etc.), charts/graphs (static), etc. Advanced: skill level includes pivot tables, V Lookups, formula creation, use of functions for formula creation, etc. Expert: skill level includes macros creation, complex formula creation/manipulation, charts/graphs (dynamic), create database queries, etc. None of the Above * This position requires a criminal background check. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired. Yes Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents
CLARK COUNTY, NV
Clark County - Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
ABOUT THE POSITION The Clark County Information Technology Department is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Programmer Analyst I/II position. This position performs applications systems design and modification and programming of a routine to complex nature in support of County and local government administrative and business services for multiple computer platform applications. This is an open and continuous recruitment, scheduling dates will vary depending on when the application was received and reviewed by Human Resources. Programmer Analyst I: $29.44 - $45.66 Hourly Programmer Analyst II: $31.79 - $49.33 Hourly The Programmer Analyst I is a training underfill position, upon successful completion of the training program the successful candidate will be non-competitively promoted to Programmer Analyst II. This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months at either level or may be extended as needed by Human Resources. Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education and Experience: Programmer Analyst I - Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related field. Some large-scale programming and/or systems analysis experience is desirable. Additional experience in systems analysis and/or programming may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two (2) years. Programmer Analyst II - In addition to the above: Two (2) years of full-time professional level experience in systems analysis and programming in a large multi-processing environment. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. Working Conditions: Work extended shifts or be called back in emergency situations. Licensing and Certifications: Specified positions must possess a valid Nevada Class C Driver's License at time of appointment. Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent on the results of a pre-employment drug examination. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Gathers and analyzes information regarding customer systems and requirements and develops or modifies automated systems to fulfill these needs. Conducts feasibility studies and develops system, time, equipment and cost requirements. Using computer generated techniques, simulates hardware and software problems, tests and evaluates alternative solutions, and recommends and implements appropriate applications design. Develops program logic and processing steps; codes programs in varied languages. Plans and develops test data to validate new or modified programs; designs input and output forms and documents. Troubleshoots software problems as needed, for customers, other agencies and information systems personnel. Writes program documentation, customer procedures and instructions; assists customer departments and staff in implementing new or modified programs and applications; tracks and evaluates project and systems progress. Writes utility programs to support and validate adopted systems and programs. Confers with user department staff regarding assigned functional program areas. Maintains records and prepares periodic and special reports of work performed. Maintains current knowledge of technology and new computer customer applications. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Uses standard office equipment in the course of the work; may drive a personal or County motor vehicle or be able to provide for appropriate transportation between various work sites, depending upon departments and/or projects assigned. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment, stamina to remain seated and maintain concentration for an extended period of time, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation. Come Make a Difference and Join the Clark County Family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Flexible Schedules including 4/10 options More Money in Your Pocket 100% Employer Paid Defined Benefit Retirement No Social Security Deduction No State Income Taxes Two Employer Sponsored Health Plans Offered - Choice of PPO or EPO (hybrid of HMO) Medical - Employer pays 90% of premium Pharmacy Benefits (30, 90-day retail or mail order fills) 24/7 Telephone Advice Nurse - no employee cost Teledoc, Doctoroo, and Dispatch Health Retiree insurance - eligible after 5 years of service Dental Vision Life Insurance - Employer Paid AD&D - Employer Paid Long Term Disability - Employer Paid Generous Leave Accruals that include: 13Paid Holidays includinga Floating Birthday Holiday Paid Vacation Leave Paid Sick Leave Holiday Leave Other leave options Catastrophic Leave Parental Leave - Up to 90 days Wide Variety of Voluntary Benefits that include Guardian - Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-Term Disability Insurance. Trustmark - Permanent Life Insurance benefits and long-term care. Sunlife Financial - Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance TASC - Flexible Spending Account - FSA & Dependent Day Care Debit Card Available Morgan Stanley - Deferred Compensation Plan Employee Assistance Program Onsite Fitness Center - $12/month*Benefits vary and are subject to change depending on assignment, hiring organization and bargaining unit. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
ABOUT THE POSITION The Clark County Information Technology Department is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Programmer Analyst I/II position. This position performs applications systems design and modification and programming of a routine to complex nature in support of County and local government administrative and business services for multiple computer platform applications. This is an open and continuous recruitment, scheduling dates will vary depending on when the application was received and reviewed by Human Resources. Programmer Analyst I: $29.44 - $45.66 Hourly Programmer Analyst II: $31.79 - $49.33 Hourly The Programmer Analyst I is a training underfill position, upon successful completion of the training program the successful candidate will be non-competitively promoted to Programmer Analyst II. This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months at either level or may be extended as needed by Human Resources. Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education and Experience: Programmer Analyst I - Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related field. Some large-scale programming and/or systems analysis experience is desirable. Additional experience in systems analysis and/or programming may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two (2) years. Programmer Analyst II - In addition to the above: Two (2) years of full-time professional level experience in systems analysis and programming in a large multi-processing environment. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. Working Conditions: Work extended shifts or be called back in emergency situations. Licensing and Certifications: Specified positions must possess a valid Nevada Class C Driver's License at time of appointment. Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent on the results of a pre-employment drug examination. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Gathers and analyzes information regarding customer systems and requirements and develops or modifies automated systems to fulfill these needs. Conducts feasibility studies and develops system, time, equipment and cost requirements. Using computer generated techniques, simulates hardware and software problems, tests and evaluates alternative solutions, and recommends and implements appropriate applications design. Develops program logic and processing steps; codes programs in varied languages. Plans and develops test data to validate new or modified programs; designs input and output forms and documents. Troubleshoots software problems as needed, for customers, other agencies and information systems personnel. Writes program documentation, customer procedures and instructions; assists customer departments and staff in implementing new or modified programs and applications; tracks and evaluates project and systems progress. Writes utility programs to support and validate adopted systems and programs. Confers with user department staff regarding assigned functional program areas. Maintains records and prepares periodic and special reports of work performed. Maintains current knowledge of technology and new computer customer applications. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Uses standard office equipment in the course of the work; may drive a personal or County motor vehicle or be able to provide for appropriate transportation between various work sites, depending upon departments and/or projects assigned. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment, stamina to remain seated and maintain concentration for an extended period of time, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation. Come Make a Difference and Join the Clark County Family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Flexible Schedules including 4/10 options More Money in Your Pocket 100% Employer Paid Defined Benefit Retirement No Social Security Deduction No State Income Taxes Two Employer Sponsored Health Plans Offered - Choice of PPO or EPO (hybrid of HMO) Medical - Employer pays 90% of premium Pharmacy Benefits (30, 90-day retail or mail order fills) 24/7 Telephone Advice Nurse - no employee cost Teledoc, Doctoroo, and Dispatch Health Retiree insurance - eligible after 5 years of service Dental Vision Life Insurance - Employer Paid AD&D - Employer Paid Long Term Disability - Employer Paid Generous Leave Accruals that include: 13Paid Holidays includinga Floating Birthday Holiday Paid Vacation Leave Paid Sick Leave Holiday Leave Other leave options Catastrophic Leave Parental Leave - Up to 90 days Wide Variety of Voluntary Benefits that include Guardian - Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-Term Disability Insurance. Trustmark - Permanent Life Insurance benefits and long-term care. Sunlife Financial - Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance TASC - Flexible Spending Account - FSA & Dependent Day Care Debit Card Available Morgan Stanley - Deferred Compensation Plan Employee Assistance Program Onsite Fitness Center - $12/month*Benefits vary and are subject to change depending on assignment, hiring organization and bargaining unit. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to Finance, Accounting, or Economics plus five (5) years’ experience in a related field. A Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or Public Administration or other relevant field may be substituted for 2 years’ experience. A five (5) year accounting (MAcy) degree or CPA designation may be substituted for 1 years’ experience. Licenses or Certifications: None Notes to Applicants Position Overview: The Financial Analyst IV position will be responsible for preparing complex financial analyses and periodic and ad-hoc reports to support and monitor general fund, grant, and CIP budgets for both APH and ASO . The position will also research and provide information requested by City Council, City management, boards and commissions, the public, and other City departments and stakeholders. This position will provide leadership to other areas of the unit. APH Information: This position supports Austin Public Health’s Mission and Core Purpose identified in the Austin Public Health Strategic Plan . Departmental Competencies related to the position can be found on Austin Public Health’s website . Immunization Requirement: Due to high-risk areas, Austin Public Health employees must comply with the department’s immunization policy. Regarding your application: An assessment will be conducted. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Qualifying education experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities must be clearly stated on your application. Resumes are required, but we do not use any information provided on your resume to qualify and refer you to the hiring department. Work experience listed must include a month, year, and a verifiable Supervisor or Human Resources phone number. Each individual who submits an Application as provided in the Municipal Civil Service Rules and meets the Minimum Qualifications for a Competitive Position shall be considered a Candidate for that Position. Employees, in Good Standing, who are candidates within the Department or division that the Position resides in and who meet the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications (if any) of the Position will be included in the initial interview. Additional Information: When public health responds to an emergency you may be assigned activities that are outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends with possible deployment to locations other than the Austin Public Health. This position is eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness ( PSF ) Program. This program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. If you are selected to Interview: This position will have an in-person interview(s). This position will require a pre-employment Criminal Background Investigation ( CBI ). If you are identified as a top candidate, verification of your education, including High School graduation or GED , undergraduate, and graduate degrees, will be required. Military/Veterans must p r ovide a copy of their DD214 at the time of initial interview to receive military/veteran interview preference. Electronic Notification to Applications: Applicants will be notified via e-mail to communicate important information related to the status of their application as part of an ongoing effort to increase operational efficiency, promote a green environment and minimize delays and costs. Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide are current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our e-mails or fail to check your inbox in a timely manner. Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. Please note that the Department may close the job posting at any time after 7 days. Pay Range $37.14 - $47.35 Hours Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Job Close Date 05/31/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Public Health Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location Bergstrom Tech Campus 6800 Burleson Rd, Austin, Teaxs 78744 Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Experience using City of Austin financial and reporting systems including AIMS /Advantage, eCOMBS, eCAPRIS and MicroStrategy Experience in Government Budgeting and Accounting Advanced knowledge and use of Excel Experience with revenue and fees Experience developing, tracking and improving business processes Experience preparing and communicating information to various stakeholder groups with differing levels of financial experience, both internal and external to the organization. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Develops and prepares reports, analyses, and models used in revenue and economic forecasts and budgets. Develops and completes cost of service rate and structure recommendations, rate studies, and methodology analysis to comply with State regulatory requirements using multiple variables. Primarily responsible for developing the operating or CIP budget for the department. Performs budget analysis by implementing the organization’s budget process system, providing guidance and recommendations to management in the development and completion of their budgets; finalizing the organizations budget; and monitoring the budget by preparing or reviewing current year estimates and budget variance reports, reporting on budget variances; reviewing budget forecasts; and reviewing current and historical budget information and data. Prepares complex financial analysis, periodic and ad-hoc reports by researching, financial benchmark reporting, compiling, monitoring, and summarizing current and historical financial information and data, reporting on variances and trends, and compiling financial information from various financial systems. Develops and prepares reports, analyses, and models to analyze debt issuances, bond issuance timing, Official Statement updates, calculate debt service requirements, equity financing ratios, cash reserve requirements, revenue bond debt refunding, rating agency presentations and other debt related requirements. Performs debt administration, impact analysis and monitors debt service schedules. Provides financial support and monitors CIP projects. Processes and tracks task orders and other project requirements in eCAPRIS and other financial systems. Develop and maintain complex databases to conduct comprehensive financial and technical analysis, and develop models and reports in Business Intelligence system to support and monitor performance and financial benchmarks. Develop complex reports and documentation in compliance with local, State and Federal regulatory requirements. Conduct cost analysis, financial and performance benchmarking with other entities and assist in development of expert testimony. Assists departments and other customers by providing procedural and financial information and guidance with financial systems. Researches and provides information requested by City Council, City management, boards and commissions, vendors, the public, regulatory agencies and other City offices. Monitors state and federal regulatory processes and provides guidance to the department regarding the financial impact of new and/or proposed legislation, regulations and standards. Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised: May be responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of the processes and theories used for public budgetary and financial policies. Knowledge of accounting practices and concepts. Knowledge of utility ratemaking and cost of service study methodology. Knowledge of debt instruments, cash management and utility financing methods. Knowledge of forecasting models; econometric studies, analysis and forecasting; and estimating methods and techniques. Knowledge of cost benefit analysis, feasibility studies and net present value analysis methods. Knowledge of enterprise budgeting, financial planning or accounting. Knowledge of research methods, survey techniques, statistical concepts and report writing. Ability to complete detailed financial and economic analyses. Ability to lead and/or facilitate meetings and workshops. Ability to work independently. Skill in generating and analyzing financial and statistical reports. Skill in communicating effectively, orally and in writing. Skill in using computers and related software applications. Skill in performing quantitative analysis. Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * This position requires graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in a field related to Finance, Accounting, or Economics plus five (5) years’ experience in a related field. A Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or Public Administration or other relevant field may be substituted for 2 years’ experience. A five (5) year accounting (MAcy) degree or CPA designation may be substituted for 1 years’ experience. Do you meet these requirements? Yes No * This position requires a criminal background check. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired. I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Check. * Due to working in high risk areas, applicants applying for this position must comply with the departments immunization policy as a condition of employment. Can you meet this requirement? Yes, I will comply to the vaccinations required by the APH department No, I cannot meet this requirement * Describe your experience analyzing information gathered from multiple sources. (Open Ended Question) * Describe in detail, your experience using Excel for complex analysis and reporting. Please include in your answer the number of years and/or months of experience, specific position(s) listed on your application in which you performed these duties, the role in which you served. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience working with revenue. (Open Ended Question) * In the prior twelve months have you been employed by, owned any interest in, or been an officer or board member, for any business entity, including a non-profit organization, that is transacting any business with the City of Austin, including a recipient of any contracts, grants, or any funds of any kind from the City of Austin? Yes No Don't know If you answered yes to the previous question, please explain below. (Open Ended Question) Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents
May 14, 2024
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to Finance, Accounting, or Economics plus five (5) years’ experience in a related field. A Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or Public Administration or other relevant field may be substituted for 2 years’ experience. A five (5) year accounting (MAcy) degree or CPA designation may be substituted for 1 years’ experience. Licenses or Certifications: None Notes to Applicants Position Overview: The Financial Analyst IV position will be responsible for preparing complex financial analyses and periodic and ad-hoc reports to support and monitor general fund, grant, and CIP budgets for both APH and ASO . The position will also research and provide information requested by City Council, City management, boards and commissions, the public, and other City departments and stakeholders. This position will provide leadership to other areas of the unit. APH Information: This position supports Austin Public Health’s Mission and Core Purpose identified in the Austin Public Health Strategic Plan . Departmental Competencies related to the position can be found on Austin Public Health’s website . Immunization Requirement: Due to high-risk areas, Austin Public Health employees must comply with the department’s immunization policy. Regarding your application: An assessment will be conducted. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Qualifying education experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities must be clearly stated on your application. Resumes are required, but we do not use any information provided on your resume to qualify and refer you to the hiring department. Work experience listed must include a month, year, and a verifiable Supervisor or Human Resources phone number. Each individual who submits an Application as provided in the Municipal Civil Service Rules and meets the Minimum Qualifications for a Competitive Position shall be considered a Candidate for that Position. Employees, in Good Standing, who are candidates within the Department or division that the Position resides in and who meet the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications (if any) of the Position will be included in the initial interview. Additional Information: When public health responds to an emergency you may be assigned activities that are outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends with possible deployment to locations other than the Austin Public Health. This position is eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness ( PSF ) Program. This program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. If you are selected to Interview: This position will have an in-person interview(s). This position will require a pre-employment Criminal Background Investigation ( CBI ). If you are identified as a top candidate, verification of your education, including High School graduation or GED , undergraduate, and graduate degrees, will be required. Military/Veterans must p r ovide a copy of their DD214 at the time of initial interview to receive military/veteran interview preference. Electronic Notification to Applications: Applicants will be notified via e-mail to communicate important information related to the status of their application as part of an ongoing effort to increase operational efficiency, promote a green environment and minimize delays and costs. Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide are current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our e-mails or fail to check your inbox in a timely manner. Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. Please note that the Department may close the job posting at any time after 7 days. Pay Range $37.14 - $47.35 Hours Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Job Close Date 05/31/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Public Health Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location Bergstrom Tech Campus 6800 Burleson Rd, Austin, Teaxs 78744 Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Experience using City of Austin financial and reporting systems including AIMS /Advantage, eCOMBS, eCAPRIS and MicroStrategy Experience in Government Budgeting and Accounting Advanced knowledge and use of Excel Experience with revenue and fees Experience developing, tracking and improving business processes Experience preparing and communicating information to various stakeholder groups with differing levels of financial experience, both internal and external to the organization. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Develops and prepares reports, analyses, and models used in revenue and economic forecasts and budgets. Develops and completes cost of service rate and structure recommendations, rate studies, and methodology analysis to comply with State regulatory requirements using multiple variables. Primarily responsible for developing the operating or CIP budget for the department. Performs budget analysis by implementing the organization’s budget process system, providing guidance and recommendations to management in the development and completion of their budgets; finalizing the organizations budget; and monitoring the budget by preparing or reviewing current year estimates and budget variance reports, reporting on budget variances; reviewing budget forecasts; and reviewing current and historical budget information and data. Prepares complex financial analysis, periodic and ad-hoc reports by researching, financial benchmark reporting, compiling, monitoring, and summarizing current and historical financial information and data, reporting on variances and trends, and compiling financial information from various financial systems. Develops and prepares reports, analyses, and models to analyze debt issuances, bond issuance timing, Official Statement updates, calculate debt service requirements, equity financing ratios, cash reserve requirements, revenue bond debt refunding, rating agency presentations and other debt related requirements. Performs debt administration, impact analysis and monitors debt service schedules. Provides financial support and monitors CIP projects. Processes and tracks task orders and other project requirements in eCAPRIS and other financial systems. Develop and maintain complex databases to conduct comprehensive financial and technical analysis, and develop models and reports in Business Intelligence system to support and monitor performance and financial benchmarks. Develop complex reports and documentation in compliance with local, State and Federal regulatory requirements. Conduct cost analysis, financial and performance benchmarking with other entities and assist in development of expert testimony. Assists departments and other customers by providing procedural and financial information and guidance with financial systems. Researches and provides information requested by City Council, City management, boards and commissions, vendors, the public, regulatory agencies and other City offices. Monitors state and federal regulatory processes and provides guidance to the department regarding the financial impact of new and/or proposed legislation, regulations and standards. Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised: May be responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of the processes and theories used for public budgetary and financial policies. Knowledge of accounting practices and concepts. Knowledge of utility ratemaking and cost of service study methodology. Knowledge of debt instruments, cash management and utility financing methods. Knowledge of forecasting models; econometric studies, analysis and forecasting; and estimating methods and techniques. Knowledge of cost benefit analysis, feasibility studies and net present value analysis methods. Knowledge of enterprise budgeting, financial planning or accounting. Knowledge of research methods, survey techniques, statistical concepts and report writing. Ability to complete detailed financial and economic analyses. Ability to lead and/or facilitate meetings and workshops. Ability to work independently. Skill in generating and analyzing financial and statistical reports. Skill in communicating effectively, orally and in writing. Skill in using computers and related software applications. Skill in performing quantitative analysis. Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * This position requires graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in a field related to Finance, Accounting, or Economics plus five (5) years’ experience in a related field. A Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or Public Administration or other relevant field may be substituted for 2 years’ experience. A five (5) year accounting (MAcy) degree or CPA designation may be substituted for 1 years’ experience. Do you meet these requirements? Yes No * This position requires a criminal background check. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired. I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Check. * Due to working in high risk areas, applicants applying for this position must comply with the departments immunization policy as a condition of employment. Can you meet this requirement? Yes, I will comply to the vaccinations required by the APH department No, I cannot meet this requirement * Describe your experience analyzing information gathered from multiple sources. (Open Ended Question) * Describe in detail, your experience using Excel for complex analysis and reporting. Please include in your answer the number of years and/or months of experience, specific position(s) listed on your application in which you performed these duties, the role in which you served. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience working with revenue. (Open Ended Question) * In the prior twelve months have you been employed by, owned any interest in, or been an officer or board member, for any business entity, including a non-profit organization, that is transacting any business with the City of Austin, including a recipient of any contracts, grants, or any funds of any kind from the City of Austin? Yes No Don't know If you answered yes to the previous question, please explain below. (Open Ended Question) Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents
Modesto Irrigation District
Modesto, California, United States
Description The Modesto Irrigation District is currently recruiting to fill one full-time position in the Resources Planning and Development Department, Electric Resources Division, to perform responsible and professional duties related to the administration of the District’s electric reliability compliance program; and to ensure that the District’s electric system is operated in a reliable and stable manner compliant with the national and regional reliability standards, e.g. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), Western Electricity Coordination Council (WECC), etc. Distinguishing Characteristics Electric Reliability Compliance Analyst I This is the entry level class in the Electric Reliability Compliance Analyst series. Positions in this class typically have little or no directly related work experience. The Electric Reliability Compliance Analyst I class is distinguished from the II level by the performance of less than the full range of duties assigned to the II level. Incumbents work under general supervision while learning job tasks, progressing to direction as procedures and processes of assigned area of responsibility are learned. Electric Reliability Compliance Analyst II This is the journey level class in the Electric Reliability Compliance Analyst series and is distinguished from the I level by the assignment of the full range of duties. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new, unusual or unique situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level. Any Qualified Individual May Apply. The Electric Reliability Compliance Analyst I/II is an exempt position and is allocated to the Administrative, Technical, and Clerical Bargaining Unit. The list established as a result of this recruitment may be used to fill other Electric Reliability Compliance Analyst I/II vacancies that may occur through March 28, 2025. Examples of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Monitor, audit and review to ensure that all applicable District organizations comply with NERC and WECC standards. Create and administer a detailed, company-wide reliability compliance tracking system. Represent the District in various regional and national forums regarding electric reliability. Follow and participate in new standards and rule making proceedings at FERC, WECC, and NERC regarding electric reliability. Prepare and submit compliance filings. Coordinate audits to meet deadlines. Provide training to various District organizations. Prepare and review reliability-related technical documentation. Chair the Reliability Compliance Committee. Represent the District in dealings with NERC and WECC regarding compliance issues. Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other District employees, outside agencies, and the public using principles of good customer service. Perform other related duties as assigned. Typical Qualifications Electric Reliability Compliance Analyst I Knowledge of: Electric utility operating and maintenance practices. Methods and techniques of research, statistical analysis, and report presentation. Principles of technical report preparation. Principles and practices of safety management. Modern office equipment including the use of applicable computer applications. Principles and practices of effective customer service. Ability to: Learn to interpret and integrate complex data and information, including standards. On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job; intermittently analyze work papers, reports and special projects; identify and interpret technical and numerical information; observe and problem solve operational and technical policy and procedures. Prepare compliance submittals and reliability-related technical documentation. Understand problems from a broad, interactive perspective and discern applicable underlying principles to conceive of and develop strategic solutions. Follow oral and written instructions. Effectively present ideas and concepts in oral and written formats and use consultative and facilitation skills to gain consensus. Maintain confidentiality. Coordinate work with other District personnel, other agencies, and the public. Effectively use applicable information systems and applications in analysis, research, and reporting activities and projects. Occasionally travel outside of the area to attend various meetings and work outside of normal work hours to meet workload needs. Modern office equipment including the use of applicable computer applications. Principles and practices of effective customer service. Experience and Training Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: One year of progressively responsible and directly related analytical experience in an electric utility setting. Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college with major course work in Business Administration, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. License and Certificate: Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license. Electric Reliability Compliance Analyst II In addition to the qualifications for the Electric Reliability Compliance Analyst I: Knowledge of: Related federal and state regulations including NERC and WECC reliability standards and compliance process. District’s bulk electric system. Ability to: Independently interpret and integrate complex data and information, including standards. Work with the greatest degree of independence to determine methods to meet programmatic goals. Use appreciable ingenuity and innovation to conceive of new approaches and solutions to address complex problems and issues. Demonstrate persuasion and negotiation skills, to build consensus to achieve short- and long-term goals and objectives. Formulate appropriate courses of action which have broad and far reaching impact. Assign, oversee and evaluate the work of subordinate professional staff as assigned with accountability for results. Experience and Training Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Three years of progressively responsible experience similar to Electric Compliance Analyst I with the District. Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college with major course work in Business Administration, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. License and Certificate: Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license. Special Requirement: Candidate will be required to become NERC certified as a transmission operator within 12 months of appointment and maintain certification thereafter. Supplemental Information APPLY IMMEDIATELY. The position is open until filled. Screening of applications will begin on or after April 10, 2024. Applications will be reviewed on a comparative basis and only those most qualified will be invited to continue in the selection process which will consist of an overall assessment of the individual's skills through (1) written exam (2) oral interview; and (3) contacting of references to include current and former supervisors. The applicant must perform successfully in each phase of the recruitment in order to continue in the recruitment process. Applicants requiring necessary accommodations to the application process may contact Human Resources at (209) 526-7341. California Relay Service is available at (800) 735-2922 voice and (800) 735-2929 TDD. The Modesto Irrigation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE VERIFICATION OF HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED AND PASS A MEDICAL EXAM INCLUDING A DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREEN AND A COMPLETE BACKGROUND CHECK PRIOR TO BEGINNING WORK. INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. For a complete list of MID Benefits, please refer to the following: http://www.mid.org/careers/benefits.htm Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 29, 2024
Full Time
Description The Modesto Irrigation District is currently recruiting to fill one full-time position in the Resources Planning and Development Department, Electric Resources Division, to perform responsible and professional duties related to the administration of the District’s electric reliability compliance program; and to ensure that the District’s electric system is operated in a reliable and stable manner compliant with the national and regional reliability standards, e.g. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), Western Electricity Coordination Council (WECC), etc. Distinguishing Characteristics Electric Reliability Compliance Analyst I This is the entry level class in the Electric Reliability Compliance Analyst series. Positions in this class typically have little or no directly related work experience. The Electric Reliability Compliance Analyst I class is distinguished from the II level by the performance of less than the full range of duties assigned to the II level. Incumbents work under general supervision while learning job tasks, progressing to direction as procedures and processes of assigned area of responsibility are learned. Electric Reliability Compliance Analyst II This is the journey level class in the Electric Reliability Compliance Analyst series and is distinguished from the I level by the assignment of the full range of duties. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new, unusual or unique situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level. Any Qualified Individual May Apply. The Electric Reliability Compliance Analyst I/II is an exempt position and is allocated to the Administrative, Technical, and Clerical Bargaining Unit. The list established as a result of this recruitment may be used to fill other Electric Reliability Compliance Analyst I/II vacancies that may occur through March 28, 2025. Examples of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Monitor, audit and review to ensure that all applicable District organizations comply with NERC and WECC standards. Create and administer a detailed, company-wide reliability compliance tracking system. Represent the District in various regional and national forums regarding electric reliability. Follow and participate in new standards and rule making proceedings at FERC, WECC, and NERC regarding electric reliability. Prepare and submit compliance filings. Coordinate audits to meet deadlines. Provide training to various District organizations. Prepare and review reliability-related technical documentation. Chair the Reliability Compliance Committee. Represent the District in dealings with NERC and WECC regarding compliance issues. Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other District employees, outside agencies, and the public using principles of good customer service. Perform other related duties as assigned. Typical Qualifications Electric Reliability Compliance Analyst I Knowledge of: Electric utility operating and maintenance practices. Methods and techniques of research, statistical analysis, and report presentation. Principles of technical report preparation. Principles and practices of safety management. Modern office equipment including the use of applicable computer applications. Principles and practices of effective customer service. Ability to: Learn to interpret and integrate complex data and information, including standards. On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job; intermittently analyze work papers, reports and special projects; identify and interpret technical and numerical information; observe and problem solve operational and technical policy and procedures. Prepare compliance submittals and reliability-related technical documentation. Understand problems from a broad, interactive perspective and discern applicable underlying principles to conceive of and develop strategic solutions. Follow oral and written instructions. Effectively present ideas and concepts in oral and written formats and use consultative and facilitation skills to gain consensus. Maintain confidentiality. Coordinate work with other District personnel, other agencies, and the public. Effectively use applicable information systems and applications in analysis, research, and reporting activities and projects. Occasionally travel outside of the area to attend various meetings and work outside of normal work hours to meet workload needs. Modern office equipment including the use of applicable computer applications. Principles and practices of effective customer service. Experience and Training Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: One year of progressively responsible and directly related analytical experience in an electric utility setting. Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college with major course work in Business Administration, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. License and Certificate: Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license. Electric Reliability Compliance Analyst II In addition to the qualifications for the Electric Reliability Compliance Analyst I: Knowledge of: Related federal and state regulations including NERC and WECC reliability standards and compliance process. District’s bulk electric system. Ability to: Independently interpret and integrate complex data and information, including standards. Work with the greatest degree of independence to determine methods to meet programmatic goals. Use appreciable ingenuity and innovation to conceive of new approaches and solutions to address complex problems and issues. Demonstrate persuasion and negotiation skills, to build consensus to achieve short- and long-term goals and objectives. Formulate appropriate courses of action which have broad and far reaching impact. Assign, oversee and evaluate the work of subordinate professional staff as assigned with accountability for results. Experience and Training Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Three years of progressively responsible experience similar to Electric Compliance Analyst I with the District. Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college with major course work in Business Administration, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. License and Certificate: Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license. Special Requirement: Candidate will be required to become NERC certified as a transmission operator within 12 months of appointment and maintain certification thereafter. Supplemental Information APPLY IMMEDIATELY. The position is open until filled. Screening of applications will begin on or after April 10, 2024. Applications will be reviewed on a comparative basis and only those most qualified will be invited to continue in the selection process which will consist of an overall assessment of the individual's skills through (1) written exam (2) oral interview; and (3) contacting of references to include current and former supervisors. The applicant must perform successfully in each phase of the recruitment in order to continue in the recruitment process. Applicants requiring necessary accommodations to the application process may contact Human Resources at (209) 526-7341. California Relay Service is available at (800) 735-2922 voice and (800) 735-2929 TDD. The Modesto Irrigation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE VERIFICATION OF HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED AND PASS A MEDICAL EXAM INCLUDING A DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREEN AND A COMPLETE BACKGROUND CHECK PRIOR TO BEGINNING WORK. INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. For a complete list of MID Benefits, please refer to the following: http://www.mid.org/careers/benefits.htm Closing Date/Time: Continuous
CLARK COUNTY, NV
Clark County - Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
ABOUT THE POSITION The Clark County Information Technology Department is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Senior Programmer Analyst (Full-Stack Developer) position. This position provides project and program leadership to professional and technical staff; performs applications systems design, modification, and programming of a routine to complex nature in support of County administrative and business services for multiple computer platform applications. This position Full-Stack web developer requires a strong proficiency in .NET, ASP.NET MVC, C# programing language, understanding database applications, such as SQL Server, Oracle, Informix, client-side technology including languages such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap, experience with cross-platform mobile app development using Xamarin, MAUI, or other cross-platform development frameworks. Other Senior Programmer Analyst positions may be open that requires proficiencies in other technologies like JAVA, GIS, Python, SOAP Web Services, RESTful Services, etc. Applications received by July 7, 2023 and candidates meeting minimum requirements will receive notification the week of July 10th. Applications received after July 7, 2023 will be periodically screened for minimum qualifications and notification dates will vary. This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Human Resources. Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related field AND four (4) years of full-time professional level experience in systems analysis and programming in a large information technology environment. Professional level experience that has provided the skills and knowledge necessary to perform all job functions at this level may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two (2) years. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. Working Conditions: Work extended shifts or be called back in emergency situations. Licensing and Certification: Specified positions may require possession of a valid Nevada Class C driver's license at time of appointment. Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Provides lead direction, training and work review to a programming project team; organized and assigns work, sets priorities, and follows-up and controls project status to ensure coordination and completion of assigned work. Provides input into selection, evaluation, disciplinary and other personnel matters. Gathers and analyzes information regarding customer systems and requirements and develops or modifies automated systems to fulfill these needs. Conducts feasibility studies and develops system, time, equipment and cost requirements. Using computer generated techniques, simulates hardware and software problems, tests and evaluates alternative solutions, and recommends and implements appropriate applications design. Develops program logic and processing steps; codes programs in varied languages. Plans and develops test data to validate new or modified programs; designs input and output forms and documents. Troubleshoots hardware and software problems, as needed, for customers, other agencies and information systems personnel. Writes program documentation and customer procedures and instructions and assists user departments and staff in implementing new or modified programs and applications; tracks and evaluates project and systems progress. Writes utility programs to support and validate adopted systems and programs. Confers with customer department staff regarding assigned functional program areas. Maintains records and prepares periodic and special reports of work performed. Maintains current knowledge of technology and new computer customer applications. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Uses standard office equipment in the course of the work; may drive a personal or County motor vehicle or be able to arrange for appropriate transportation in order to travel between various job sites depending upon departments and/or projects assigned. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment, stamina to remain seated and maintain concentration for an extended period of time, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation. Come Make a Difference and Join the Clark County Family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Flexible Schedules including 4/10 options More Money in Your Pocket 100% Employer Paid Defined Benefit Retirement No Social Security Deduction No State Income Taxes Two Employer Sponsored Health Plans Offered - Choice of PPO or EPO (hybrid of HMO) Medical - Employer pays 90% of premium Pharmacy Benefits (30, 90-day retail or mail order fills) 24/7 Telephone Advice Nurse - no employee cost Teledoc, Doctoroo, and Dispatch Health Retiree insurance - eligible after 5 years of service Dental Vision Life Insurance - Employer Paid AD&D - Employer Paid Long Term Disability - Employer Paid Generous Leave Accruals that include: 13Paid Holidays includinga Floating Birthday Holiday Paid Vacation Leave Paid Sick Leave Holiday Leave Other leave options Catastrophic Leave Parental Leave - Up to 90 days Wide Variety of Voluntary Benefits that include Guardian - Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-Term Disability Insurance. Trustmark - Permanent Life Insurance benefits and long-term care. Sunlife Financial - Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance TASC - Flexible Spending Account - FSA & Dependent Day Care Debit Card Available Morgan Stanley - Deferred Compensation Plan Employee Assistance Program Onsite Fitness Center - $12/month*Benefits vary and are subject to change depending on assignment, hiring organization and bargaining unit. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
ABOUT THE POSITION The Clark County Information Technology Department is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Senior Programmer Analyst (Full-Stack Developer) position. This position provides project and program leadership to professional and technical staff; performs applications systems design, modification, and programming of a routine to complex nature in support of County administrative and business services for multiple computer platform applications. This position Full-Stack web developer requires a strong proficiency in .NET, ASP.NET MVC, C# programing language, understanding database applications, such as SQL Server, Oracle, Informix, client-side technology including languages such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap, experience with cross-platform mobile app development using Xamarin, MAUI, or other cross-platform development frameworks. Other Senior Programmer Analyst positions may be open that requires proficiencies in other technologies like JAVA, GIS, Python, SOAP Web Services, RESTful Services, etc. Applications received by July 7, 2023 and candidates meeting minimum requirements will receive notification the week of July 10th. Applications received after July 7, 2023 will be periodically screened for minimum qualifications and notification dates will vary. This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Human Resources. Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related field AND four (4) years of full-time professional level experience in systems analysis and programming in a large information technology environment. Professional level experience that has provided the skills and knowledge necessary to perform all job functions at this level may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two (2) years. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. Working Conditions: Work extended shifts or be called back in emergency situations. Licensing and Certification: Specified positions may require possession of a valid Nevada Class C driver's license at time of appointment. Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Provides lead direction, training and work review to a programming project team; organized and assigns work, sets priorities, and follows-up and controls project status to ensure coordination and completion of assigned work. Provides input into selection, evaluation, disciplinary and other personnel matters. Gathers and analyzes information regarding customer systems and requirements and develops or modifies automated systems to fulfill these needs. Conducts feasibility studies and develops system, time, equipment and cost requirements. Using computer generated techniques, simulates hardware and software problems, tests and evaluates alternative solutions, and recommends and implements appropriate applications design. Develops program logic and processing steps; codes programs in varied languages. Plans and develops test data to validate new or modified programs; designs input and output forms and documents. Troubleshoots hardware and software problems, as needed, for customers, other agencies and information systems personnel. Writes program documentation and customer procedures and instructions and assists user departments and staff in implementing new or modified programs and applications; tracks and evaluates project and systems progress. Writes utility programs to support and validate adopted systems and programs. Confers with customer department staff regarding assigned functional program areas. Maintains records and prepares periodic and special reports of work performed. Maintains current knowledge of technology and new computer customer applications. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Uses standard office equipment in the course of the work; may drive a personal or County motor vehicle or be able to arrange for appropriate transportation in order to travel between various job sites depending upon departments and/or projects assigned. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment, stamina to remain seated and maintain concentration for an extended period of time, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation. Come Make a Difference and Join the Clark County Family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Flexible Schedules including 4/10 options More Money in Your Pocket 100% Employer Paid Defined Benefit Retirement No Social Security Deduction No State Income Taxes Two Employer Sponsored Health Plans Offered - Choice of PPO or EPO (hybrid of HMO) Medical - Employer pays 90% of premium Pharmacy Benefits (30, 90-day retail or mail order fills) 24/7 Telephone Advice Nurse - no employee cost Teledoc, Doctoroo, and Dispatch Health Retiree insurance - eligible after 5 years of service Dental Vision Life Insurance - Employer Paid AD&D - Employer Paid Long Term Disability - Employer Paid Generous Leave Accruals that include: 13Paid Holidays includinga Floating Birthday Holiday Paid Vacation Leave Paid Sick Leave Holiday Leave Other leave options Catastrophic Leave Parental Leave - Up to 90 days Wide Variety of Voluntary Benefits that include Guardian - Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-Term Disability Insurance. Trustmark - Permanent Life Insurance benefits and long-term care. Sunlife Financial - Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance TASC - Flexible Spending Account - FSA & Dependent Day Care Debit Card Available Morgan Stanley - Deferred Compensation Plan Employee Assistance Program Onsite Fitness Center - $12/month*Benefits vary and are subject to change depending on assignment, hiring organization and bargaining unit. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
CITY OF UKIAH, CA
Ukiah, California, United States
DESCRIPTION Recruitments posted as "Continuous" are subject to close at any time following an initial two-week posting period. Upon closing, the applications received will be screened and notices will be sent to the applicants regarding the status of their application. Under general direction of the Electric Utility Director, performs complex and comprehensive analytical work in support of a variety of Electric Utility projects, programs including electric rate development, energy supply and delivery analysis, detailed financial and rate analysis; participates in special studies in support of Electric Utility business; exhibits excellent judgment and decision-making regarding policies and procedures; collaborates with management and co-workers in providing consultation services in areas of Electric Utility expertise; and other related duties including supervision as required. JOB REQUIREMENTS These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The examples of work performed are neither restricted to nor all-encompassing of the duties to be performed under this job title. Develop utility rates; monitors revenue and rate schedule performance. Conduct detailed energy resource planning studies to optimize the City’s supply portfolio and provide analysis of electricity and natural gas market price trends and data. Research, analyze, and make recommendations regarding proposed legislation, regulatory changes, power supply contracts, energy transactions, and current trends that affect the City's position in the energy market. Develop, modify, maintain, and use computer based models related to power production costs, current market transactions, forecasts of need and supply, and anticipated procurement costs; validate model assumptions and address needed changes in the model planning process, as appropriate. Participates with other agencies in the procurement, scheduling, and delivery of electric power and energy requirements to develop recommendations for Director approval. Gather data and prepare State and Federal compliance reports. Ensure compliance with policies and regulatory requirements, including resource adequacy, risk management, and reliability. Develop and maintains records of resource requirements, portfolio, and financial plans. Prepare, develop, and analyze various types of data to support Electric Department business activities, administer contracts, and develop agreements related to Utility needs. Prepare and present staff reports for City Council, boards, and commissions. Participate in various types of record system development, implementation, and performance monitoring of the record system for accuracy. Prepare Requests for Proposals (RFP's); evaluate RFP responses and assist with negotiation and drafting of contracts including, Professional Services Agreements and Power Purchase Agreements, and various operational contracts. Assist with budget preparation and financial planning by compiling data, preparing and creating financial models and forecasts, and preparing financial reports. Perform complex technical and economic analyses; reviews and creates a variety of documents and reports. Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, and procedures related to areas of responsibility. Perform research and data development related to position analysis and performance measures. Perform related work as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Methods, techniques, principles, and practices used in power supply planning and contracts, electric economics, risk management, ratemaking, financial planning, and project development/management. Knowledge of applicable legislation, regulation, and other compliance requirements. Principles and practices of budget preparation and public administration; electric utility personnel management; codes and laws. Ability to: Perform skilled work in the areas of planning, evaluation, acquisition, and operation of bulk power supplies and delivery resources; develop electric rate schedules, participate in the budget process, and complete related work as required. Prepare and give presentations; administer budgets; communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Interpret laws, regulations, and policies. Maintain record-keeping systems. Operate a variety of standard and specialized equipment and software. Travel to out-of-town meetings, occasionally with overnight stays. Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work. Working Conditions: Primarily office environment with some outside site visits and occasionally out-of-town/overnight travel, generally driving a car. Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, standing, and walking over uneven ground for prolonged periods of time. Using various office equipment, including a computer screen, keyboard, and telephone. Lifting up to 30 pounds. Education and Experience: Any combination of experience and education that would provide the required knowledge and ability is qualifying. A typical combination is: Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a highly analytical field, such as engineering, finance, economics, accounting, science, or mathematics. Five years of related electric utility professional experience; two years of related experience and/or supervision. Necessary Special Requirements: Possession of a Class C California Driver's License SELECTION PROCEDURE Applications must be filled out completely. Resumes submitted in lieu of completing an application will not be considered. Applications will be reviewed by a screening committee and those applicants who appear to be among the best qualified will be selected for the examination process. This process may include a variety of techniques designed to test applicants’ knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties and responsibilities of the job. An eligibility list will be established by ranking candidates by their overall score and a selection will be made from the candidates on this list. All employment offers are subject to a City-paid physical examination and a thorough reference and background check. In accordance with the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, the City must verify, once an employment offer has been made, that all persons have written proof of their right to work in the United States. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if special accommodations are necessary at any stage of the testing process, please notify the Human Resources Department in advance at (707) 463-6244 so your request may be reviewed prior to the occurrence of the test. The City of Ukiah is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse workforce. Continually working to promote diversity, equity, transparency, and justice through the adoption and implementation of City practices, policies, and procedures. The City of Ukiah offers a competative benefits package to all full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees may receive benefits on a pro-rated basis. To learn more details, contact us at personnel@cityofukiah.com.
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
DESCRIPTION Recruitments posted as "Continuous" are subject to close at any time following an initial two-week posting period. Upon closing, the applications received will be screened and notices will be sent to the applicants regarding the status of their application. Under general direction of the Electric Utility Director, performs complex and comprehensive analytical work in support of a variety of Electric Utility projects, programs including electric rate development, energy supply and delivery analysis, detailed financial and rate analysis; participates in special studies in support of Electric Utility business; exhibits excellent judgment and decision-making regarding policies and procedures; collaborates with management and co-workers in providing consultation services in areas of Electric Utility expertise; and other related duties including supervision as required. JOB REQUIREMENTS These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The examples of work performed are neither restricted to nor all-encompassing of the duties to be performed under this job title. Develop utility rates; monitors revenue and rate schedule performance. Conduct detailed energy resource planning studies to optimize the City’s supply portfolio and provide analysis of electricity and natural gas market price trends and data. Research, analyze, and make recommendations regarding proposed legislation, regulatory changes, power supply contracts, energy transactions, and current trends that affect the City's position in the energy market. Develop, modify, maintain, and use computer based models related to power production costs, current market transactions, forecasts of need and supply, and anticipated procurement costs; validate model assumptions and address needed changes in the model planning process, as appropriate. Participates with other agencies in the procurement, scheduling, and delivery of electric power and energy requirements to develop recommendations for Director approval. Gather data and prepare State and Federal compliance reports. Ensure compliance with policies and regulatory requirements, including resource adequacy, risk management, and reliability. Develop and maintains records of resource requirements, portfolio, and financial plans. Prepare, develop, and analyze various types of data to support Electric Department business activities, administer contracts, and develop agreements related to Utility needs. Prepare and present staff reports for City Council, boards, and commissions. Participate in various types of record system development, implementation, and performance monitoring of the record system for accuracy. Prepare Requests for Proposals (RFP's); evaluate RFP responses and assist with negotiation and drafting of contracts including, Professional Services Agreements and Power Purchase Agreements, and various operational contracts. Assist with budget preparation and financial planning by compiling data, preparing and creating financial models and forecasts, and preparing financial reports. Perform complex technical and economic analyses; reviews and creates a variety of documents and reports. Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, and procedures related to areas of responsibility. Perform research and data development related to position analysis and performance measures. Perform related work as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Methods, techniques, principles, and practices used in power supply planning and contracts, electric economics, risk management, ratemaking, financial planning, and project development/management. Knowledge of applicable legislation, regulation, and other compliance requirements. Principles and practices of budget preparation and public administration; electric utility personnel management; codes and laws. Ability to: Perform skilled work in the areas of planning, evaluation, acquisition, and operation of bulk power supplies and delivery resources; develop electric rate schedules, participate in the budget process, and complete related work as required. Prepare and give presentations; administer budgets; communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Interpret laws, regulations, and policies. Maintain record-keeping systems. Operate a variety of standard and specialized equipment and software. Travel to out-of-town meetings, occasionally with overnight stays. Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work. Working Conditions: Primarily office environment with some outside site visits and occasionally out-of-town/overnight travel, generally driving a car. Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, standing, and walking over uneven ground for prolonged periods of time. Using various office equipment, including a computer screen, keyboard, and telephone. Lifting up to 30 pounds. Education and Experience: Any combination of experience and education that would provide the required knowledge and ability is qualifying. A typical combination is: Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a highly analytical field, such as engineering, finance, economics, accounting, science, or mathematics. Five years of related electric utility professional experience; two years of related experience and/or supervision. Necessary Special Requirements: Possession of a Class C California Driver's License SELECTION PROCEDURE Applications must be filled out completely. Resumes submitted in lieu of completing an application will not be considered. Applications will be reviewed by a screening committee and those applicants who appear to be among the best qualified will be selected for the examination process. This process may include a variety of techniques designed to test applicants’ knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties and responsibilities of the job. An eligibility list will be established by ranking candidates by their overall score and a selection will be made from the candidates on this list. All employment offers are subject to a City-paid physical examination and a thorough reference and background check. In accordance with the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, the City must verify, once an employment offer has been made, that all persons have written proof of their right to work in the United States. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if special accommodations are necessary at any stage of the testing process, please notify the Human Resources Department in advance at (707) 463-6244 so your request may be reviewed prior to the occurrence of the test. The City of Ukiah is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse workforce. Continually working to promote diversity, equity, transparency, and justice through the adoption and implementation of City practices, policies, and procedures. The City of Ukiah offers a competative benefits package to all full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees may receive benefits on a pro-rated basis. To learn more details, contact us at personnel@cityofukiah.com.
City of Huntington Beach, CA
Huntington Beach, California, United States
Description The City of Huntington Beach offers flexible schedule options, including 5/40, 9/80, and 4/10 work schedules. Additionally, the ability to participate in a pet insurance program will be available as of January 1, 2024. (Updated 12/19/23) The next review of applications is now scheduled to occur for applications received before 10:00 am on January 8, 2024 . This recruitment may close at any time after that date, once a sufficiently strong candidate pool has been established. (updated 12/19/23) NOTE: This posting is a job series in which applications will be accepted, reviewed, and considered based on the qualifications listed on the application. The candidates that meet the minimum qualifications and best meet the City's current needs will be invited to test at the appropriate job level within the series. Only ONE APPLICATION needs to be submitted to be considered for this job series. SALARY RANGE: Senior Finance Analyst : $94,151 - $126,172 annually Principal Finance Analyst : $101,953 - $136,626 annually Here in Huntington Beach, we believe passionately that the key to becoming the best beach City in the world starts and ends with finding the right people to join our team. At this time, we have an outstanding career opportunity available, as we're looking for the "right person" to serve as Senior Finance Analyst or Principal Finance Analyst with the FinanceDepartment . Finance Department The Finance Department, through its four Divisions, provides financial management, oversight, monitoring and reporting functions for the City's complex financial resources. The department accomplishes this objective by providing budgetary oversight, monitoring and preparation; purchasing and procurement expertise; accounting and financial reporting services; cashiering, accounts receivable and collections services; payroll and accounts payable services; utility billing; and business license customer service. The Position The Senior Finance Analyst performs a variety of advanced professional-level accounting, budgetary, and financial analysis and reporting related to the City's financial functions and perform a broad range of related duties. The Principal Finance Analyst performs difficult and complex professional-level financial analysis requiring advanced knowledge and competency in various financial functions such as accounting, budgeting and financial planning; supervises the activities of assigned personnel and provides responsible staff assistance to the Finance Manager or Chief Financial Officer/Assistant Chief Financial Officer. The current vacancies are in the Budget Management Division and the Accounting Services Division. The Budget Management Division is responsible for assisting the City Council and Executive Management team in managing the City's resources, developing and maintaining the City's long-range financial projections, and evaluating the fiscal impact of legislative initiatives and judicial decisions affecting the City . Accounting Services is responsible for maintaining a system of internal controls that preserves and safeguards the City's assets and implementing new accounting requirements. This Division is also responsible for serving as the audit liaison for all departments and serves as the City’s liaison for all financial audits of the City. Accounts Payable is responsible for the processing and payment of all City obligations. (Updated 11/14/23) Examples of Essential Duties Senior Finance Analyst Perform complex financial calculations and analysis; prepare comprehensive financial studies, statements, and reports Prepare and analyze a variety of financial statements, schedules, and reports; ensures that financial statements are prepared on a timely basis in accordance with related governmental accounting regulations Assist in the development of accounting and audit control methods, systems and procedures to comply with accounting procedures, laws, ordinances and regulations; coordinate the preparation of external audit materials and assists auditors in the fiscal year review Assists in establishing parameters for revenue and expenditure estimates and makes recommendations for fiscal guidelines in the budgetary process; participates in the development of schedules, formats, policies, and procedures for the annual adopted budget Assists departments with the formulation, implementation and administration of capital and operating budgets Provides direction to department staff; serves as Finance Department liaison in directing and assisting department representatives with accounting, financial reporting and budget development, administration and implementation throughout the year to ensure adherence to established budget and financial parameters Monitors and reviews financial performance of City departments and projects by conducting budgetary, variance and fund analyses and preparing reports; reviews revenue and expenditures of departmental budgets and develops mitigation plans Please click here to review the full job description. Principal Finance Analyst Performs professional tasks in support of the City’s financial management operations; prepares a variety of complex analyses involving revenue and expenditures, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivables, budget, and treasury operations. Assigns, monitors and supervises the work of subordinate staff involved in performing accounting, budget, treasury, and financial analysis; participates in the selection and hiring of personnel; conducts performance evaluations and recommends merit step increases; assesses disciplinary action when needed; provides and/or recommends training Leads the preparation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of capital improvement plans and budgets; monitors and updates operating and capital budget adjustments and funding changes; reviews CIP requests for financial compliance Oversees the coordination of the master fee schedule Prepares and analyzes highly complex and sensitive budget requests, policy proposals, and financial reports, including reports regarding the City’s long-term obligations, revenue forecasts and expenditure trends Assists in the preparation of a variety of complex financial analyses, forecasts, and reports, including the annual budget, Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and the Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) Develops presentations to help summarize budget results, financial reports, forecasts and trends in a comprehensive and easy-to understand format Please click here to review the full job description. Minimum Qualifications Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Business, Public Administration or other closely related field. A Master’s degree, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), and/or Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) is desirable. Experience: Senior Finance Analyst : Four (4) years’ professional level experience performing complex governmental accounting, budgetary financial analysis and research including two (2) years’ related finance and/or auditing experience for a municipality or other public sector entity. Principal Finance Analyst : Four (4) years’ increasingly responsible professional level governmental financial management, accounting, budgeting or auditing experience, with an emphasis in business and revenue operations activities, including one (1) year in a senior capacity or as supervisor of professional-level finance staff for a municipality or other public sector entity. Certificates/Licenses: A valid California Class C driver license with an acceptable driving record required at time of appointment and during course of employment. Supplemental Information APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS: Application Review Examination(s) - A virtual oral exam (weighted 100%) is tentatively scheduled for a date TBD (updated 11/14/23) Selection Interview Background Investigation Appointment The City of Huntington Beach offers a comprehensive benefit package to Management Employees' Organization members including: The SALARY RANGE is composed of seven steps. Merit step increases are based on satisfactory performance. PROMOTIONS within the City are based upon the merit system principles emphasizing individual ability and utilizing competitive examinations. TWELVE PAID HOLIDAYS provided per year. GENERAL LEAVE with pay of 176 hours is granted to regular employees. After four years' service additional general leave hours are earned, up to 256 hours after fifteen years' service. ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE with pay is granted in the amount of 60 hours per calendar year. EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE PLANS are available for eligible employees to develop their knowledge and abilities. GROUP INSURANCE PROGRAMS are available to eligible City employees. These programs include medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment insurances. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS are available where employees use pre-tax salary to pay for regular child care, adult dependent care and/or medical expenses. RETIREMENT BENEFITS are provided by the California Public Employee's Retirement System. Every regular employee becomes a member immediately upon employment. Effective January 1, 2013, the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act will apply to new members of CalPERS. A new member is defined as a new hire who is brought into CalPERS membership for the first time on or after 1/1/13 and has no prior membership in a California public retirement system; is not eligible for reciprocity with another California public retirement system; or is rehired by a different CalPERS employer after a break in service of greater than six (6) months. All employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 will be subject to CalPERS membership review for applicability of PEPRA. Employees enrolled in CalPERS prior to January 1, 2013 are considered classic members. The benefit formula, final compensation period, and member contribution rate is as represented below: Classic Miscellaneous Members: Benefit Formula Miscellaneous 2.5% at age 55 Final Compensation Period 1-year Final Compensation Member Contribution Rate 9.0% of Reportable Compensation New Miscellaneous Members under PEPRA: Benefit Formula Miscellaneous 2% at age 62 Final Compensation Period 3-year Final Compensation Member Contribution Rate 8.25% of Reportable Compensation (eff. 7/1/23) DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Two voluntary deferred compensation 457 plans are available. CREDIT UNION membership is available to all City employees and provides access to low interest loans. FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULES: Employees will have the option of working a 5/40 or 9/80 work schedule with Supervisor and Department Head approval. Employees assigned to the Police Department shall retain the option of working the 4/10 work schedule with Supervisor and Department Head approval. In order to maintain service to the public, departmental effectiveness, productivity and/or efficiency, a Department Head may assign an employee a different work schedule that is in compliance with the requirements of FLSA with City Manager approval. NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract expressed or implied, and any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice. For a more detailed overview of the benefits, review the Memorandum of Understanding and Side Letters at: MEMORANDA OF UNDERSTANDINGS Click on the links under "Management Employees' Organization". Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Description The City of Huntington Beach offers flexible schedule options, including 5/40, 9/80, and 4/10 work schedules. Additionally, the ability to participate in a pet insurance program will be available as of January 1, 2024. (Updated 12/19/23) The next review of applications is now scheduled to occur for applications received before 10:00 am on January 8, 2024 . This recruitment may close at any time after that date, once a sufficiently strong candidate pool has been established. (updated 12/19/23) NOTE: This posting is a job series in which applications will be accepted, reviewed, and considered based on the qualifications listed on the application. The candidates that meet the minimum qualifications and best meet the City's current needs will be invited to test at the appropriate job level within the series. Only ONE APPLICATION needs to be submitted to be considered for this job series. SALARY RANGE: Senior Finance Analyst : $94,151 - $126,172 annually Principal Finance Analyst : $101,953 - $136,626 annually Here in Huntington Beach, we believe passionately that the key to becoming the best beach City in the world starts and ends with finding the right people to join our team. At this time, we have an outstanding career opportunity available, as we're looking for the "right person" to serve as Senior Finance Analyst or Principal Finance Analyst with the FinanceDepartment . Finance Department The Finance Department, through its four Divisions, provides financial management, oversight, monitoring and reporting functions for the City's complex financial resources. The department accomplishes this objective by providing budgetary oversight, monitoring and preparation; purchasing and procurement expertise; accounting and financial reporting services; cashiering, accounts receivable and collections services; payroll and accounts payable services; utility billing; and business license customer service. The Position The Senior Finance Analyst performs a variety of advanced professional-level accounting, budgetary, and financial analysis and reporting related to the City's financial functions and perform a broad range of related duties. The Principal Finance Analyst performs difficult and complex professional-level financial analysis requiring advanced knowledge and competency in various financial functions such as accounting, budgeting and financial planning; supervises the activities of assigned personnel and provides responsible staff assistance to the Finance Manager or Chief Financial Officer/Assistant Chief Financial Officer. The current vacancies are in the Budget Management Division and the Accounting Services Division. The Budget Management Division is responsible for assisting the City Council and Executive Management team in managing the City's resources, developing and maintaining the City's long-range financial projections, and evaluating the fiscal impact of legislative initiatives and judicial decisions affecting the City . Accounting Services is responsible for maintaining a system of internal controls that preserves and safeguards the City's assets and implementing new accounting requirements. This Division is also responsible for serving as the audit liaison for all departments and serves as the City’s liaison for all financial audits of the City. Accounts Payable is responsible for the processing and payment of all City obligations. (Updated 11/14/23) Examples of Essential Duties Senior Finance Analyst Perform complex financial calculations and analysis; prepare comprehensive financial studies, statements, and reports Prepare and analyze a variety of financial statements, schedules, and reports; ensures that financial statements are prepared on a timely basis in accordance with related governmental accounting regulations Assist in the development of accounting and audit control methods, systems and procedures to comply with accounting procedures, laws, ordinances and regulations; coordinate the preparation of external audit materials and assists auditors in the fiscal year review Assists in establishing parameters for revenue and expenditure estimates and makes recommendations for fiscal guidelines in the budgetary process; participates in the development of schedules, formats, policies, and procedures for the annual adopted budget Assists departments with the formulation, implementation and administration of capital and operating budgets Provides direction to department staff; serves as Finance Department liaison in directing and assisting department representatives with accounting, financial reporting and budget development, administration and implementation throughout the year to ensure adherence to established budget and financial parameters Monitors and reviews financial performance of City departments and projects by conducting budgetary, variance and fund analyses and preparing reports; reviews revenue and expenditures of departmental budgets and develops mitigation plans Please click here to review the full job description. Principal Finance Analyst Performs professional tasks in support of the City’s financial management operations; prepares a variety of complex analyses involving revenue and expenditures, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivables, budget, and treasury operations. Assigns, monitors and supervises the work of subordinate staff involved in performing accounting, budget, treasury, and financial analysis; participates in the selection and hiring of personnel; conducts performance evaluations and recommends merit step increases; assesses disciplinary action when needed; provides and/or recommends training Leads the preparation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of capital improvement plans and budgets; monitors and updates operating and capital budget adjustments and funding changes; reviews CIP requests for financial compliance Oversees the coordination of the master fee schedule Prepares and analyzes highly complex and sensitive budget requests, policy proposals, and financial reports, including reports regarding the City’s long-term obligations, revenue forecasts and expenditure trends Assists in the preparation of a variety of complex financial analyses, forecasts, and reports, including the annual budget, Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and the Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) Develops presentations to help summarize budget results, financial reports, forecasts and trends in a comprehensive and easy-to understand format Please click here to review the full job description. Minimum Qualifications Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Business, Public Administration or other closely related field. A Master’s degree, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), and/or Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) is desirable. Experience: Senior Finance Analyst : Four (4) years’ professional level experience performing complex governmental accounting, budgetary financial analysis and research including two (2) years’ related finance and/or auditing experience for a municipality or other public sector entity. Principal Finance Analyst : Four (4) years’ increasingly responsible professional level governmental financial management, accounting, budgeting or auditing experience, with an emphasis in business and revenue operations activities, including one (1) year in a senior capacity or as supervisor of professional-level finance staff for a municipality or other public sector entity. Certificates/Licenses: A valid California Class C driver license with an acceptable driving record required at time of appointment and during course of employment. Supplemental Information APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS: Application Review Examination(s) - A virtual oral exam (weighted 100%) is tentatively scheduled for a date TBD (updated 11/14/23) Selection Interview Background Investigation Appointment The City of Huntington Beach offers a comprehensive benefit package to Management Employees' Organization members including: The SALARY RANGE is composed of seven steps. Merit step increases are based on satisfactory performance. PROMOTIONS within the City are based upon the merit system principles emphasizing individual ability and utilizing competitive examinations. TWELVE PAID HOLIDAYS provided per year. GENERAL LEAVE with pay of 176 hours is granted to regular employees. After four years' service additional general leave hours are earned, up to 256 hours after fifteen years' service. ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE with pay is granted in the amount of 60 hours per calendar year. EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE PLANS are available for eligible employees to develop their knowledge and abilities. GROUP INSURANCE PROGRAMS are available to eligible City employees. These programs include medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment insurances. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS are available where employees use pre-tax salary to pay for regular child care, adult dependent care and/or medical expenses. RETIREMENT BENEFITS are provided by the California Public Employee's Retirement System. Every regular employee becomes a member immediately upon employment. Effective January 1, 2013, the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act will apply to new members of CalPERS. A new member is defined as a new hire who is brought into CalPERS membership for the first time on or after 1/1/13 and has no prior membership in a California public retirement system; is not eligible for reciprocity with another California public retirement system; or is rehired by a different CalPERS employer after a break in service of greater than six (6) months. All employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 will be subject to CalPERS membership review for applicability of PEPRA. Employees enrolled in CalPERS prior to January 1, 2013 are considered classic members. The benefit formula, final compensation period, and member contribution rate is as represented below: Classic Miscellaneous Members: Benefit Formula Miscellaneous 2.5% at age 55 Final Compensation Period 1-year Final Compensation Member Contribution Rate 9.0% of Reportable Compensation New Miscellaneous Members under PEPRA: Benefit Formula Miscellaneous 2% at age 62 Final Compensation Period 3-year Final Compensation Member Contribution Rate 8.25% of Reportable Compensation (eff. 7/1/23) DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Two voluntary deferred compensation 457 plans are available. CREDIT UNION membership is available to all City employees and provides access to low interest loans. FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULES: Employees will have the option of working a 5/40 or 9/80 work schedule with Supervisor and Department Head approval. Employees assigned to the Police Department shall retain the option of working the 4/10 work schedule with Supervisor and Department Head approval. In order to maintain service to the public, departmental effectiveness, productivity and/or efficiency, a Department Head may assign an employee a different work schedule that is in compliance with the requirements of FLSA with City Manager approval. NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract expressed or implied, and any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice. For a more detailed overview of the benefits, review the Memorandum of Understanding and Side Letters at: MEMORANDA OF UNDERSTANDINGS Click on the links under "Management Employees' Organization". Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Cal State University (CSU) East Bay
25800 Carlos Bee Boulevard, Hayward, CA 94542, USA
Salary and Benefits PLEASE NOTE: The starting salary placement depends on qualifications and experience and is anticipated to be in the range of $3,518.00 per month to $6,791.00 per month. Cal State East Bay offers a broad range of benefits that includes medical, dental, vision, retirement (CalPERS), 401k, 457, 403(b), dependent and health care reimbursement accounts, life insurance, vacation and sick, 14 paid holidays, one personal holiday and tuition fee waiver. For more information on the benefits program, please visit our benefits website. The CSU Total Compensation Calculator demonstrates the significance of our benefits package. This position may be eligible to participate in the Cal State East Bay hybrid telecommute program subject to management approval. Classification Administrative Analyst/Specialist - Exempt II About Cal State East Bay Cal State East Bay's beautiful main campus is located in the Hayward hills with panoramic views of the San Francisco Bay shoreline. Situated above the city of Hayward, the campus offers an ideal setting for teaching and learning and yet easy access to the many cities along the bay. The University has a satellite campus in Concord, a professional development center in Oakland and a significant presence online. Founded in 1957, Cal State East Bay is one of 23 universities of the California State University system (CSU). Cal State East Bay is recognized as a regionally engaged and globally oriented university with a strong commitment to academic innovation, student success, engaged and service learning, diversity, and sustainability. About the Position Under the supervision of the Director of Business Operations and Development, the Budget Analyst is responsible for technical and analytical budget analyses and related work required to administer the Facilities Development & Operations (FD&O) budget of over $11 million and the utility budget of $7 million. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: the development of annual and mid-year budgets and reporting, processing budget transfer requests, tracking purchase orders, and processing invoices and check requests. This position provides financial oversight and recommendations to the Director of Business Operations and FD&O Management regarding FD&O operational budgets and expenditures. The Budget Analyst coordinates the budgets to monitor, track, and verify funding sources and account numbers, validate expenses with project and service managers, and facilitate various budget logistics. This position provides complete monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports for budget review and customized reports as requested. Responsibilities Department Budget and Expenditure Coordination: Monitor all expenditures on a weekly basis to ensure they are accurately recorded, appropriate, and to ensure they do not exceed budgeted amounts. Work collaboratively with Financial Services departments on reconciling budget and expense transfers. Participate in the monthly FD&O update meeting to review and provide an overview of budget and expenditures. Meet monthly with individual managers to review expenditure trends and budget updates. Reconcile budget at year-end to ensure all entries are appropriate, accurate, and posted in the correct accounts. Work with managers to coordinate, prepare, and update their respective service unit budgets for semi-annual and annual submissions. Provide recommendations on budget and forecasting to support management decisions and department needs. Coordinate the submissions of quarterly budget reports and presentations to Financial Services. Assist the Business Operations Director with budget analysis and forecasting reports. Assist Business Operations in coordinating quarterly budget review meetings with Financial Services. Work with general accounting during the fiscal year-end close process to ensure that actual expenditures and encumbered amounts are reflected appropriately. Regularly review and analyze open purchase orders and request fund transfers as necessary. Anticipate pending invoices and change requests, keeping funds on budget. Recommend necessary budget augmentation requests to ensure there is adequate project funding. Invoice and Overtime Processing: Process the department’s accounting transactions and payments to ensure transactions are posted accurately to account numbers, properly recorded, documented, and monitored throughout the fiscal budget year. Ensure labor and overtime hours from services, calls, and projects are accurately recorded and funds transferred accordingly. Process approved invoice payments to ensure the department complies with payment terms. Process budget and expense transfers and ensure transactions are completed within the fiscal budget year. Collaborate with Planning Design and Construction (PDC) and the WorkFlow to capture all labor overtime and ensure accurate expense transfer of charges. Process check requests as needed. Procurement Coordination: Work with FD&O managers to compile and create requisitions for FD&O annual service contracts and coordinate with Procurement to ensure that purchase orders are in place before the start of the fiscal year. Collect all required scope of work, vendor data records, and certificate of insurance from assigned managers and submit requisitions. Work with vendors to ensure that all quotes, scopes, rate sheets, and certificates of insurance are accurate and up to date. Work with the Procurement Office to ensure requisitions, change order requests, contract change orders, and contract adjustments are properly prepared, approved, and processed with appropriate supporting documents. Financial Reporting: Provide direction and support to managers on financial reporting and data, control and manage their budgets and expenses, and fulfill budgetary requirements. Work cooperatively with managers, accounting staff, procurement personnel, and other university staff to provide information and to create reports for state agencies. Prepare monthly financial tracking reports for purchase orders and overtime expenditures. Provide a monthly review of operations and maintenance expenditures to ensure expenses are properly reported and charged to the correct account numbers and tracked. Manage and Analyze Financial Data: Provide budget coordination support to Planning Design and Construction for capital and deferred maintenance projects. Assign appropriate project codes, prepare Chartfield Request Form, initiate and prepare project-related requisitions, and coordinate with the Procurement Office. Process invoices and change requests, keeping project funding budget availability on target. Work with the Procurement Office to ensure REQs, CR (Change Requests), CRO (Change Request Orders), CCO (Contract Change Orders), and contract adjustments are properly prepared, approved, and processed with appropriate supporting documents. Other duties as assigned: Provide administrative support as needed to cover absences in Business Operations. Minimum Qualifications A Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent training and administrative work experience involving study, analysis, and/or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or programs. General knowledge and skills in the applicable administrative and/or program field with a foundational knowledge of public administration principles, practices, and methods. Extensive and in-depth knowledge of and ability to apply expertise in the advanced theories, principles, methods and practices associated with the functional specialty, program, and/or organizational unit, including applicable internal policies and procedures and pertinent laws and regulations. Laws and regulations are highly complex and require substantial judgment and discretion in interpreting and applying them to the specialty or program area. Incumbents at this level often may have certification in a specialty area. Substantial and broad knowledge of public and private entities including their organizational and operating structures, internal systems, and functional areas, as well as the impact of critical external entities on an organization. Ability to integrate and apply this knowledge to anticipate problems and assess the impact of proposed solutions on various organizational areas. Extensive and in-depth knowledge in project management including research and analytical methodologies. Ability to interpret and integrate complex data and information to formulate appropriate courses of action which have broad and far reaching impact. Ability to understand and analyze complex problems from a future-oriented and broad interactive perspective and readily develop proactive solutions that integrate strategic goals into tactical operations. Ability to effectively use applicable information systems and applications in analysis, research, and reporting activities and projects. Ability to effectively communicate with and influence high-level and diverse contacts inside and outside of the CSU system. Ability to effectively use all communication methods and formats and to use expertise, as well as persuasion and negotiation skills, to build consensus to achieve short- and long-term goals and objectives. Required Qualifications Experience in the field of accounting, budgeting, and/or data management. Knowledge and understanding of applicable budgeting policies and procedures regarding department operating budget, funding sources, and expenditure tracking. Working knowledge of and ability to apply standard theories, principles, practices, and techniques to develop department budgets. Working knowledge of operational and fiscal analysis and techniques. Demonstrated sound analytical skills and the ability to work independently. Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills. Ability to interact and collaborate effectively and professionally within a diverse group of executives, managers, and subject matter experts. Ability to provide financial analytical support as needed to support decisions. Ability to perform advanced arithmetic functions. Ability to collect, evaluate, and interpret fiscal data from PeopleSoft and develop sound conclusions and recommendations. Ability to effectively interpret, organize, and present information and ideas in written or presentation form. Ability to train others on new skills and procedures and provide work direction. Ability to take initiative and independently plan, organize, coordinate, and perform work in various situations involving numerous and diverse demands. Ability to track assigned task status and report the status of assignments to the supervisor. Ability to access and produce project-related financial reports from PeopleSoft. Ability to use standard office equipment. Special Conditions Some duties may require working after normal business, including weekends to meet the project schedule requirements. Some off-site travels to attend meetings, conferences and training programs. Condition(s) of Employment Satisfactory completion of a background check (including LiveScan, as appropriate), that may include, but is not limited to: criminal records check, verification of academic credentials, licenses, certificates, credit history, professional references and/or verification of work history is required for employment. Cal State East Bay will issue a conditional offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Unsatisfactory results may also affect the continued employment of current Cal State East Bay employees who were conditionally offered the position. All background checks are conducted through the university's third party vendor, Accurate. LiveScan is conducted through the University Police Department. EEO Statement As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Cal State East Bay does not discriminate on the basis of any protected categories: age, ancestry, citizenship, color, disability, gender, immigration status, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran's status. The University is committed to the principles of diversity in employment and to creating a stimulating learning environment for its diverse student body. Other Information All California State University campuses, including Cal State East Bay, are smoke and tobacco-free. For more information, please visit our website here. In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the Cal State East Bay Annual Campus Security Report is available here. Sponsorship Cal State East Bay is not a sponsoring agency for Staff or Management positions and we are not an E-Verify employer. Mandated Reporter The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment. Advertised: Feb 02 2024 Pacific Standard Time Applications close: Jun 02 2024 Pacific Daylight Time Closing Date/Time:
Mar 07, 2024
Salary and Benefits PLEASE NOTE: The starting salary placement depends on qualifications and experience and is anticipated to be in the range of $3,518.00 per month to $6,791.00 per month. Cal State East Bay offers a broad range of benefits that includes medical, dental, vision, retirement (CalPERS), 401k, 457, 403(b), dependent and health care reimbursement accounts, life insurance, vacation and sick, 14 paid holidays, one personal holiday and tuition fee waiver. For more information on the benefits program, please visit our benefits website. The CSU Total Compensation Calculator demonstrates the significance of our benefits package. This position may be eligible to participate in the Cal State East Bay hybrid telecommute program subject to management approval. Classification Administrative Analyst/Specialist - Exempt II About Cal State East Bay Cal State East Bay's beautiful main campus is located in the Hayward hills with panoramic views of the San Francisco Bay shoreline. Situated above the city of Hayward, the campus offers an ideal setting for teaching and learning and yet easy access to the many cities along the bay. The University has a satellite campus in Concord, a professional development center in Oakland and a significant presence online. Founded in 1957, Cal State East Bay is one of 23 universities of the California State University system (CSU). Cal State East Bay is recognized as a regionally engaged and globally oriented university with a strong commitment to academic innovation, student success, engaged and service learning, diversity, and sustainability. About the Position Under the supervision of the Director of Business Operations and Development, the Budget Analyst is responsible for technical and analytical budget analyses and related work required to administer the Facilities Development & Operations (FD&O) budget of over $11 million and the utility budget of $7 million. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: the development of annual and mid-year budgets and reporting, processing budget transfer requests, tracking purchase orders, and processing invoices and check requests. This position provides financial oversight and recommendations to the Director of Business Operations and FD&O Management regarding FD&O operational budgets and expenditures. The Budget Analyst coordinates the budgets to monitor, track, and verify funding sources and account numbers, validate expenses with project and service managers, and facilitate various budget logistics. This position provides complete monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports for budget review and customized reports as requested. Responsibilities Department Budget and Expenditure Coordination: Monitor all expenditures on a weekly basis to ensure they are accurately recorded, appropriate, and to ensure they do not exceed budgeted amounts. Work collaboratively with Financial Services departments on reconciling budget and expense transfers. Participate in the monthly FD&O update meeting to review and provide an overview of budget and expenditures. Meet monthly with individual managers to review expenditure trends and budget updates. Reconcile budget at year-end to ensure all entries are appropriate, accurate, and posted in the correct accounts. Work with managers to coordinate, prepare, and update their respective service unit budgets for semi-annual and annual submissions. Provide recommendations on budget and forecasting to support management decisions and department needs. Coordinate the submissions of quarterly budget reports and presentations to Financial Services. Assist the Business Operations Director with budget analysis and forecasting reports. Assist Business Operations in coordinating quarterly budget review meetings with Financial Services. Work with general accounting during the fiscal year-end close process to ensure that actual expenditures and encumbered amounts are reflected appropriately. Regularly review and analyze open purchase orders and request fund transfers as necessary. Anticipate pending invoices and change requests, keeping funds on budget. Recommend necessary budget augmentation requests to ensure there is adequate project funding. Invoice and Overtime Processing: Process the department’s accounting transactions and payments to ensure transactions are posted accurately to account numbers, properly recorded, documented, and monitored throughout the fiscal budget year. Ensure labor and overtime hours from services, calls, and projects are accurately recorded and funds transferred accordingly. Process approved invoice payments to ensure the department complies with payment terms. Process budget and expense transfers and ensure transactions are completed within the fiscal budget year. Collaborate with Planning Design and Construction (PDC) and the WorkFlow to capture all labor overtime and ensure accurate expense transfer of charges. Process check requests as needed. Procurement Coordination: Work with FD&O managers to compile and create requisitions for FD&O annual service contracts and coordinate with Procurement to ensure that purchase orders are in place before the start of the fiscal year. Collect all required scope of work, vendor data records, and certificate of insurance from assigned managers and submit requisitions. Work with vendors to ensure that all quotes, scopes, rate sheets, and certificates of insurance are accurate and up to date. Work with the Procurement Office to ensure requisitions, change order requests, contract change orders, and contract adjustments are properly prepared, approved, and processed with appropriate supporting documents. Financial Reporting: Provide direction and support to managers on financial reporting and data, control and manage their budgets and expenses, and fulfill budgetary requirements. Work cooperatively with managers, accounting staff, procurement personnel, and other university staff to provide information and to create reports for state agencies. Prepare monthly financial tracking reports for purchase orders and overtime expenditures. Provide a monthly review of operations and maintenance expenditures to ensure expenses are properly reported and charged to the correct account numbers and tracked. Manage and Analyze Financial Data: Provide budget coordination support to Planning Design and Construction for capital and deferred maintenance projects. Assign appropriate project codes, prepare Chartfield Request Form, initiate and prepare project-related requisitions, and coordinate with the Procurement Office. Process invoices and change requests, keeping project funding budget availability on target. Work with the Procurement Office to ensure REQs, CR (Change Requests), CRO (Change Request Orders), CCO (Contract Change Orders), and contract adjustments are properly prepared, approved, and processed with appropriate supporting documents. Other duties as assigned: Provide administrative support as needed to cover absences in Business Operations. Minimum Qualifications A Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent training and administrative work experience involving study, analysis, and/or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or programs. General knowledge and skills in the applicable administrative and/or program field with a foundational knowledge of public administration principles, practices, and methods. Extensive and in-depth knowledge of and ability to apply expertise in the advanced theories, principles, methods and practices associated with the functional specialty, program, and/or organizational unit, including applicable internal policies and procedures and pertinent laws and regulations. Laws and regulations are highly complex and require substantial judgment and discretion in interpreting and applying them to the specialty or program area. Incumbents at this level often may have certification in a specialty area. Substantial and broad knowledge of public and private entities including their organizational and operating structures, internal systems, and functional areas, as well as the impact of critical external entities on an organization. Ability to integrate and apply this knowledge to anticipate problems and assess the impact of proposed solutions on various organizational areas. Extensive and in-depth knowledge in project management including research and analytical methodologies. Ability to interpret and integrate complex data and information to formulate appropriate courses of action which have broad and far reaching impact. Ability to understand and analyze complex problems from a future-oriented and broad interactive perspective and readily develop proactive solutions that integrate strategic goals into tactical operations. Ability to effectively use applicable information systems and applications in analysis, research, and reporting activities and projects. Ability to effectively communicate with and influence high-level and diverse contacts inside and outside of the CSU system. Ability to effectively use all communication methods and formats and to use expertise, as well as persuasion and negotiation skills, to build consensus to achieve short- and long-term goals and objectives. Required Qualifications Experience in the field of accounting, budgeting, and/or data management. Knowledge and understanding of applicable budgeting policies and procedures regarding department operating budget, funding sources, and expenditure tracking. Working knowledge of and ability to apply standard theories, principles, practices, and techniques to develop department budgets. Working knowledge of operational and fiscal analysis and techniques. Demonstrated sound analytical skills and the ability to work independently. Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills. Ability to interact and collaborate effectively and professionally within a diverse group of executives, managers, and subject matter experts. Ability to provide financial analytical support as needed to support decisions. Ability to perform advanced arithmetic functions. Ability to collect, evaluate, and interpret fiscal data from PeopleSoft and develop sound conclusions and recommendations. Ability to effectively interpret, organize, and present information and ideas in written or presentation form. Ability to train others on new skills and procedures and provide work direction. Ability to take initiative and independently plan, organize, coordinate, and perform work in various situations involving numerous and diverse demands. Ability to track assigned task status and report the status of assignments to the supervisor. Ability to access and produce project-related financial reports from PeopleSoft. Ability to use standard office equipment. Special Conditions Some duties may require working after normal business, including weekends to meet the project schedule requirements. Some off-site travels to attend meetings, conferences and training programs. Condition(s) of Employment Satisfactory completion of a background check (including LiveScan, as appropriate), that may include, but is not limited to: criminal records check, verification of academic credentials, licenses, certificates, credit history, professional references and/or verification of work history is required for employment. Cal State East Bay will issue a conditional offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Unsatisfactory results may also affect the continued employment of current Cal State East Bay employees who were conditionally offered the position. All background checks are conducted through the university's third party vendor, Accurate. LiveScan is conducted through the University Police Department. EEO Statement As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Cal State East Bay does not discriminate on the basis of any protected categories: age, ancestry, citizenship, color, disability, gender, immigration status, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran's status. The University is committed to the principles of diversity in employment and to creating a stimulating learning environment for its diverse student body. Other Information All California State University campuses, including Cal State East Bay, are smoke and tobacco-free. For more information, please visit our website here. In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the Cal State East Bay Annual Campus Security Report is available here. Sponsorship Cal State East Bay is not a sponsoring agency for Staff or Management positions and we are not an E-Verify employer. Mandated Reporter The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment. Advertised: Feb 02 2024 Pacific Standard Time Applications close: Jun 02 2024 Pacific Daylight Time Closing Date/Time:
Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university, plus three (3) years of experience in a related field. Master’s degree with major course work in a field related to the job may substitute for experience up to one (1) year. PhD. with major course work in a field related to the job may substitute for experience up to two (2) years. Licenses or Certifications: None. Notes to Applicants Job Responsibilities: 1. Maintain SCADA / GMS systems to support unit dispatch to generation resources 2. Maintain Market Operations Settlement System to support QSE functions to ERCOT . 3. Assist and support resource energization. 4. Administration and patch support of hardware and software systems. 5. Supports ERCOT market financial settlement/dispute activities and process. 6. Assist the compliance with ERCOT and NERC protocols and guides, and other applicable regulations. 7. Implement resource communication via ICCP , DNP3, and MODBUS . Working with Austin Energy provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. Please click HERE for more information. Employment Application: The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered. Please be sure to detail on the application all current and previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. The Employment Record should be complete with job titles, employment dates, job duties, functions, and responsibilities for each position held. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your application. This position does not allow for a resume or cover letter to be included. Only information on your employment application will be considered. You may use “N/A” for fields that are not applicable. Please note that Austin Energy may close the job posting at any time after 7 days from the date of the initial advertisement. Once the job posting has closed, applications cannot be changed. If you are selected as a top candidate: Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution. You must also provide proof of your professional licenses or certifications. If you are identified as a top candidate and are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date. ERCOT This position requires the use of an ERCOT Digital Certificate ( EDC ) and therefore will require a Security Review to determine if the candidate meets all the requirements for issuance of the EDC . Pay Range Commensurate Hours Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Work outside of regular business hours/days may be required due to business needs Job Close Date 06/06/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Energy Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 4815 Mueller Blvd, Austin TX 78723; Hybrid Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Proficiency with software development using C programing language Knowledge and/or experience with Oracle database or PI systems Knowledge of engineering design principles applicable to electric utility operations such as, generation, transmission, distribution and other related fields. Willingness to be on call on a 24×7 rotating basis to support real-time computer applications Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Projects short and long-term electric energy and fuel requirements. Assists with forecasting daily wholesale power and fuel prices and market trends. Optimizes power and fuel purchases among multiple supply and transportation options. Allocates wholesale power and fuel purchases in accordance with contractual obligations. Assists with daily, monthly and other purchases of wholesale power and fuel; the execution of energy risk management transactions, the planning and designing of energy risk management strategies: wholesale power and fuel contracts and agreements. Nominates and schedules daily wholesale power and natural gas purchase and transportation volumes. Monitors daily natural gas consumption and re-nominates as needed. Monitors and controls natural gas transportation imbalance accounts. Performs Qualified Scheduling Entity ( QSE ) bidding and scheduling functions. Monitors Electric Reliability Council of Texas ( ERCOT ) transmission congestion and determines impacts to Austin Energy (AE) energy schedules. Issues generating unit dispatch and commitment orders to the power plants. Monitors and coordinates generating unit status and performance among affected parties. Supports ERCOT market design and development process. Analyzes monthly wholesale power and fuel purchases, sales, and risk activity reports. Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised: None Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of AE’s wholesale fuel and energy requirements. Knowledge of applicable processes, techniques, and methods. Knowledge of federal, state, local laws, and ordinances governing fuel and energy markets. Skill in purchasing and selling wholesale power and fuel. Skill in communicating effectively both orally and in writing to convey information in a clear and concise manner. Skill in using computers and related software applications. Skill in analyzing detail and complex data to make sound decisions. Ability to handle multiple tasks in a demanding and face pace environment. Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities. Ability to quickly recognize and analyze irregular events. Ability to cross train in related areas. Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The minimum qualifications of this position are graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university, plus three (3) years of experience in a related field. Master’s degree with major course work in a field related to the job may substitute for experience up to one (1) year. PhD. with major course work in a field related to the job may substitute for experience up to two (2) years. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No * Please describe how you meet the minimum qualifications referenced above. Detail how you meet the educational requirements (if applicable), account for the years of related experience (if applicable), and explain any substitutions of experience for education, or vice-versa (if applicable). (Open Ended Question) * This position requires the use of an ERCOT Digital Certificate (EDC) and, therefore, will require a Security Review to determine if the candidate meets all the requirements for issuance of the EDC. Do you consent to a Security Review? Yes No * Describe your experience and/or knowledge of Oracle and PI databases. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience and/or knowledge with Power/Energy Systems. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience and/or knowledge with SCADA systems and communication protocols. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience and/or knowledge with Energy Markets. (Open Ended Question) * Are you willing to be on call on a 24x7 rotating basis? Yes No * This position requires a criminal background check. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired. Yes Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents
May 17, 2024
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university, plus three (3) years of experience in a related field. Master’s degree with major course work in a field related to the job may substitute for experience up to one (1) year. PhD. with major course work in a field related to the job may substitute for experience up to two (2) years. Licenses or Certifications: None. Notes to Applicants Job Responsibilities: 1. Maintain SCADA / GMS systems to support unit dispatch to generation resources 2. Maintain Market Operations Settlement System to support QSE functions to ERCOT . 3. Assist and support resource energization. 4. Administration and patch support of hardware and software systems. 5. Supports ERCOT market financial settlement/dispute activities and process. 6. Assist the compliance with ERCOT and NERC protocols and guides, and other applicable regulations. 7. Implement resource communication via ICCP , DNP3, and MODBUS . Working with Austin Energy provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. Please click HERE for more information. Employment Application: The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered. Please be sure to detail on the application all current and previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. The Employment Record should be complete with job titles, employment dates, job duties, functions, and responsibilities for each position held. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your application. This position does not allow for a resume or cover letter to be included. Only information on your employment application will be considered. You may use “N/A” for fields that are not applicable. Please note that Austin Energy may close the job posting at any time after 7 days from the date of the initial advertisement. Once the job posting has closed, applications cannot be changed. If you are selected as a top candidate: Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution. You must also provide proof of your professional licenses or certifications. If you are identified as a top candidate and are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date. ERCOT This position requires the use of an ERCOT Digital Certificate ( EDC ) and therefore will require a Security Review to determine if the candidate meets all the requirements for issuance of the EDC . Pay Range Commensurate Hours Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Work outside of regular business hours/days may be required due to business needs Job Close Date 06/06/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Energy Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 4815 Mueller Blvd, Austin TX 78723; Hybrid Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Proficiency with software development using C programing language Knowledge and/or experience with Oracle database or PI systems Knowledge of engineering design principles applicable to electric utility operations such as, generation, transmission, distribution and other related fields. Willingness to be on call on a 24×7 rotating basis to support real-time computer applications Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Projects short and long-term electric energy and fuel requirements. Assists with forecasting daily wholesale power and fuel prices and market trends. Optimizes power and fuel purchases among multiple supply and transportation options. Allocates wholesale power and fuel purchases in accordance with contractual obligations. Assists with daily, monthly and other purchases of wholesale power and fuel; the execution of energy risk management transactions, the planning and designing of energy risk management strategies: wholesale power and fuel contracts and agreements. Nominates and schedules daily wholesale power and natural gas purchase and transportation volumes. Monitors daily natural gas consumption and re-nominates as needed. Monitors and controls natural gas transportation imbalance accounts. Performs Qualified Scheduling Entity ( QSE ) bidding and scheduling functions. Monitors Electric Reliability Council of Texas ( ERCOT ) transmission congestion and determines impacts to Austin Energy (AE) energy schedules. Issues generating unit dispatch and commitment orders to the power plants. Monitors and coordinates generating unit status and performance among affected parties. Supports ERCOT market design and development process. Analyzes monthly wholesale power and fuel purchases, sales, and risk activity reports. Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised: None Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of AE’s wholesale fuel and energy requirements. Knowledge of applicable processes, techniques, and methods. Knowledge of federal, state, local laws, and ordinances governing fuel and energy markets. Skill in purchasing and selling wholesale power and fuel. Skill in communicating effectively both orally and in writing to convey information in a clear and concise manner. Skill in using computers and related software applications. Skill in analyzing detail and complex data to make sound decisions. Ability to handle multiple tasks in a demanding and face pace environment. Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities. Ability to quickly recognize and analyze irregular events. Ability to cross train in related areas. Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The minimum qualifications of this position are graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university, plus three (3) years of experience in a related field. Master’s degree with major course work in a field related to the job may substitute for experience up to one (1) year. PhD. with major course work in a field related to the job may substitute for experience up to two (2) years. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No * Please describe how you meet the minimum qualifications referenced above. Detail how you meet the educational requirements (if applicable), account for the years of related experience (if applicable), and explain any substitutions of experience for education, or vice-versa (if applicable). (Open Ended Question) * This position requires the use of an ERCOT Digital Certificate (EDC) and, therefore, will require a Security Review to determine if the candidate meets all the requirements for issuance of the EDC. Do you consent to a Security Review? Yes No * Describe your experience and/or knowledge of Oracle and PI databases. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience and/or knowledge with Power/Energy Systems. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience and/or knowledge with SCADA systems and communication protocols. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience and/or knowledge with Energy Markets. (Open Ended Question) * Are you willing to be on call on a 24x7 rotating basis? Yes No * This position requires a criminal background check. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired. Yes Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents
City of Tacoma, WA
Tacoma, Washington, United States
Position Description Tacoma Power's Resource Operations and Trading team is currently seeking a Principal Organized Markets Data Analyst to join its high-powered team. The Resource Operations and Trading team is responsible for managing the operation and optimization of Tacoma Power’s resource portfolio while maximizing the value of Tacoma Power's interactions with wholesale electric power markets. The Resource Operations and Trading team's core focus is to maximize Tacoma Power's wholesale electric power market revenue while minimizing price and volumetric risk. These activities are vital to maintaining low and stable rates for Tacoma Power's retail service customers. The Principal Organized Markets Data Analyst is a subject-matter expert responsible for applying advanced statistical techniques to report on Tacoma Power's performance and inform Tacoma Power's strategy in organized wholesale electric power markets. The ideal candidate is adept at making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information; building partnerships with others to meet shared objectives; developing and delivering multi-modal communications that clearly convey the message intended for their audience; gaining the confidence and trust of others; and learning through experimentation while tackling new problems. Responsibilities include: Partner with trading, operations, and policy staff to design business intelligence models, metrics, dashboards, visuals, and reports. Utilize the business intelligence garnered from these tools to inform market strategy and management decision-making. Use subject matter expertise to inform Applications/Systems Engineers in the development and improvement of market databases and applications. Utilize those databases and applications to further inform and optimize Tacoma Power's interactions with organized electricity markets. Work cross-functionally to model and analyze the impact of market design initiatives, regulatory rule making, and market alternatives on Tacoma Power's organized market position. Inform market policy and strategy with model and analysis results. Update and refine models to reflect changes in business strategy or policy landscape. Employ statistical techniques to analyze market financial outcomes against the operational constraints and trading strategies they reflect. From that analysis, identify and communicate opportunities to increase value to Operations & Trading staff and management. Assist junior staff with identifying the root of complex back-office issues. Qualifications Minimum Education* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics or directly related field. Minimum Experience* 4 years of experience in statistical analysis, data modeling or data analytics including 1 year prior lead or supervisory experience. *Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements Some Assignments: North American Electric Reliability Corporation Critical Infrastructure Protection certification (NECC-CIP) Selection Process & Supplemental Information Apply Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position. Applications will be reviewed as they are received for interview consideration. This is a hybrid position. To ensure effective collaboration and support, candidates must reside within a two-hour commute of the worksite and be available to attend onsite meetings as required. Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates and appointment is subject to passing a background check. Please note: We are not an E-Verify employer. Tacoma Power Tacoma Power is an almost 100% hydroelectric, municipally-owned public power utility, located in Tacoma. We serve more than 180,000 customers as one of the three operating divisions of Tacoma Public Utilities, alongside Tacoma Water and Tacoma Rail. As one of the most livable, walkable cities in the country, you'll find that Tacoma is a great fit for all interests with places to bike, run, hike, and explore, the perks of a big city, and the charm of a small town. City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play. The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws. Communication from the City of Tacoma: We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from cityoftacoma.org and/or governmentjobs.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders. If you have any additional questions regarding this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at 253.591.5400. The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives. Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger. Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger. Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type. Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees. Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income. Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200. Other Employment Information Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit. Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule. Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees. Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice. Closing Date/Time: 6/14/2024 4:00 PM Pacific
May 16, 2024
Full Time
Position Description Tacoma Power's Resource Operations and Trading team is currently seeking a Principal Organized Markets Data Analyst to join its high-powered team. The Resource Operations and Trading team is responsible for managing the operation and optimization of Tacoma Power’s resource portfolio while maximizing the value of Tacoma Power's interactions with wholesale electric power markets. The Resource Operations and Trading team's core focus is to maximize Tacoma Power's wholesale electric power market revenue while minimizing price and volumetric risk. These activities are vital to maintaining low and stable rates for Tacoma Power's retail service customers. The Principal Organized Markets Data Analyst is a subject-matter expert responsible for applying advanced statistical techniques to report on Tacoma Power's performance and inform Tacoma Power's strategy in organized wholesale electric power markets. The ideal candidate is adept at making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information; building partnerships with others to meet shared objectives; developing and delivering multi-modal communications that clearly convey the message intended for their audience; gaining the confidence and trust of others; and learning through experimentation while tackling new problems. Responsibilities include: Partner with trading, operations, and policy staff to design business intelligence models, metrics, dashboards, visuals, and reports. Utilize the business intelligence garnered from these tools to inform market strategy and management decision-making. Use subject matter expertise to inform Applications/Systems Engineers in the development and improvement of market databases and applications. Utilize those databases and applications to further inform and optimize Tacoma Power's interactions with organized electricity markets. Work cross-functionally to model and analyze the impact of market design initiatives, regulatory rule making, and market alternatives on Tacoma Power's organized market position. Inform market policy and strategy with model and analysis results. Update and refine models to reflect changes in business strategy or policy landscape. Employ statistical techniques to analyze market financial outcomes against the operational constraints and trading strategies they reflect. From that analysis, identify and communicate opportunities to increase value to Operations & Trading staff and management. Assist junior staff with identifying the root of complex back-office issues. Qualifications Minimum Education* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics or directly related field. Minimum Experience* 4 years of experience in statistical analysis, data modeling or data analytics including 1 year prior lead or supervisory experience. *Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements Some Assignments: North American Electric Reliability Corporation Critical Infrastructure Protection certification (NECC-CIP) Selection Process & Supplemental Information Apply Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position. Applications will be reviewed as they are received for interview consideration. This is a hybrid position. To ensure effective collaboration and support, candidates must reside within a two-hour commute of the worksite and be available to attend onsite meetings as required. Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates and appointment is subject to passing a background check. Please note: We are not an E-Verify employer. Tacoma Power Tacoma Power is an almost 100% hydroelectric, municipally-owned public power utility, located in Tacoma. We serve more than 180,000 customers as one of the three operating divisions of Tacoma Public Utilities, alongside Tacoma Water and Tacoma Rail. As one of the most livable, walkable cities in the country, you'll find that Tacoma is a great fit for all interests with places to bike, run, hike, and explore, the perks of a big city, and the charm of a small town. City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play. The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws. Communication from the City of Tacoma: We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from cityoftacoma.org and/or governmentjobs.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders. If you have any additional questions regarding this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at 253.591.5400. The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives. Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger. Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger. Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type. Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees. Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income. Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200. Other Employment Information Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit. Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule. Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees. Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice. Closing Date/Time: 6/14/2024 4:00 PM Pacific
City of Santa Clara, CA
Santa Clara, California, United States
Description This recruitment is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on a bi-weekly basis. The first review of applications will be on February 19, 2024. If you are interested in applying you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, before the position is closed. DESCRIPTION: Silicon Valley Power, Maps & Records department has an excellent opportunity for the position of Engineering Aide (Electric). Job responsibilities include, prepares scaled and dimensioned plans based on sketches prepared by engineering estimating personnel, maintains records of as-builts and updates existing SVP maps and records utilizing ESRI-based GIS applications, Maintains master map files, including such records of block maps, street light maps, fiber communication, electric utility single line and operating diagrams and other maps, Performs computing and drafting operations in AutoCAD, involved in checking drawings of electric utility facilities, perform other duties as assigned. THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS OR DEPARTMENTS BESIDES THE POSITIONS LISTED BELOW. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN EMPLOYMENT IN THIS CLASSIFICATION, YOU SHOULD APPLY TO ENSURE YOU ARE CONSIDERED FOR ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES THAT MAY UTILIZE THE APPLICANTS FROM THIS RECRUITMENT. MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS. ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW. The annual salary range for this position is $78,246.00 - $100,037.52. This position will be filled at or near the bottom of the salary range. Typical Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Under general supervision: • Participates in field survey activities such as assisting with measuring and recording distances and elevation using Global Positioning System (GPS) equipment • Prepares maps and drawings using geographic information system (GIS) tools to place symbols and apply color codes for the identification of facilities • Receives, reviews, provides comments, files, and returns maps, documents, and plans using AUTOCAD • Performs scaling and dimensioning to verify the accuracy of maps and plans • Assists in conducting field inventory of existing primary and secondary conductors, transformers, switches, poles, pole attachments, manholes, and conduit locations • Draws and updates electrical schematic diagrams, panel wiring diagrams, substation layout drawings using AUTOCAD, and organizes associated documentation • Prepares scaled and dimensioned plans, using AUTOCAD based on sketches prepared by engineering/estimating personnel • Operates a computer and standard office plotting/copying equipment • Conducts records research including job files, property ownership, easement and right-of-way records • Maintains records of equipment databases, log books, and map inventories • Operates passenger vehicles requiring Class C driver's license • Orders office drafting supplies, manages outside reproduction services, and coordinates vendor services for office drafting equipment maintenance • Performs other related duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Minimum Qualifications: • Graduation from an accredited junior college with an Associate of Arts degree or higher in engineering or its equivalent, including satisfactory completion of college level courses in writing, mathematics, engineering and related courses; and • One (1) year working with geographic information system (GIS) tools and systems or one (1) year working with computer-aided drafting (AUTOCAD). Desirable Qualifications: • One year (1) experience working with computer-aided drafting (AUTOCAD) and one year (1) experience working with geographic information system (GIS). • Completion of courses in GIS and AUTOCAD. Possible Substitutions: • Three (3) years of work experience performing mapping/drafting activities of electric utility facilities, involving the use of CAD and GIS systems and tools may substitute for the required education and experience. LICENSE Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license is required at the time of appointment and for the duration of employment. OTHER REQUIREMENTS • Employees are required to pass initial and periodic comprehensive background checks, which may include fingerprinting, to meet Federal, State and/or industry security requirements. • Must be able to perform all the essential functions of the job assignment. Candidates must attain a passing score on each phase of the examination process to qualify for the Eligible List. A department interview will be required prior to appointment. Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application. VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS: This position qualifies for Veteran’s Preference Points. Applicants who have separated from service (Active Duty Status) must submit proof of honorable discharge (Form DD214) with their application at time of filing or will be ineligible to have points added to their final score. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of : • General principles of algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and mechanical drawing • Principles and practices of engineering drafting and basic graphic design • Standard personal computer hardware and software, including word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs • Document control, retrieval, and filing systems Ability to : • Prepare neat and accurate drawings, diagrams, dimensions, representations, and schematics using GIS and CAD tools • Select and use appropriate drafting, and duplicating equipment and materials • Read, interpret and apply engineering terminology and symbols • Retrieve, file, and code drawings and diagrams and prepare brief reports • Maintain organized and complete records • Utilize ESRI Geographic Information Systems (GIS) • Utilize AutoDesk AutoCAD software applications • Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing • Understand and comprehend oral and written directions and instructions • Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet strict deadlines • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including the general public • Work in a team based environment and achieve common goals • Deal tactfully and courteously with others • Walk, sit, or stand for extended periods of time • Perform moderate physical labor including bending, stooping, crawling, climbing, and lifting as necessary to perform assigned duties. Additional Information: You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applications must be filled out completely (i.e. do not write “see resume or personnel file.”). To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a 1) Cover Letter and, 2) Resume. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Application packets may be submitted online through the “Apply Now” feature on the job announcement at www.santaclaraca.gov . This recruitment is open until filled and applications will be screened every 2-3 weeks. The first review of applications will be on February 19, 2024. The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 615-2080 or HumanResources@santaclaraca.gov . City of Santa Clara Benefit Summary Overview for Bargaining Unit #5, 7, & 8 Employees Association This summary provides a brief overview of the City of Santa Clara's benefits available to Bargaining Unit #5, 7, & 8 employees in 2024. In the event of any conflict between the information in this summary and the applicable official plan documents, City Manager's Directives (CMDs), Personnel and Salary Resolution, or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), the applicable official plan documents, CMDs, Personnel and Salary Resolution, or MOU will prevail over this summary. Benefits are subject to change. Retirement: Membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) Classic Employees: 2.7% @ age 55 formula - employee pays 8.00% of gross pay, minus $61 bi-weekly New Employees: 2.0% @ age 62 formula - employee pays 7.00% of gross pay Medicare and Social Security (FICA) Employee pays 6.20% up to $10,397.40(Social Security) and 1.45% (Medicare) of gross pay Health Insurance: City contribution up to 90% of the Kaiser Family premium per month, based on enrollment in a CalPERS health plan Employees electing health coverage with premiums above the City health contribution will pay additional premium costs from salary on a pre-tax basis The City’s contribution is prorated based on scheduled hours for part time employees Coverage is effective as early asthe first day of the monthafter date of hire If an employee enrolls in a plan with a monthly premium that is less than $946.86, they will be paid the difference in cash Employees hired on or after 1/1/2022 who opt-out of City-offered health insurance and provide annual attestation and acceptableproof of alternative required coverage for themselves and their tax family, if applicable, are eligible for a cash-in-lieu amount of $250/month. Contact Human Resources for more details Dental Insurance: Choice of two Delta Dental plans; enrollment is mandatory City pays lowest cost employee only plan; additional cost is paid by employee Coverage is effective as early asthe first day of the monthafter date of hire Vision Insurance: Choice of two VSP plans City pays lowest cost employee only plan; additional cost is paid by employee Coverage is effective as early asthe first day of the monthafter date of hire Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association (VEBA): City contributes $50.00 a month toward employee's VEBA account Account funds may be used to pay for qualified medical expenses after separation from the City and after age 50 (pre-tax) Life Insurance: City pays for $15,000 of Basic Life Insurance coverage Coverage is effective the first of the month after one calendar month of employment Additional optional insurance may be purchased by the employee for the employee, spouse, domestic partner, and/or dependent children State Disability Insurance (SDI): Employee pays 1.1% of gross pay (includes Paid Family Leave) 7 day waiting period. Weekly paid leave for absences due to non-work related injuries/illnesses. Benefit is based on past earnings. Refer to edd.ca.gov for more information Paid Family Leave (PFL): Up to 8 weeks of benefits within a 12-month period to care for a family member or to bond with a new child No waiting period. Weekly paid leave benefit. Benefit is based on past earnings. Refer to edd.ca.gov for more information Long Term Disability (LTD) Insurance: Benefit is 2/3 of basic wage up to $7,500; max of $5,000/month City pays $.558/$100 of insured earnings 30 calendar day waiting period Coverage is effective the first of the month after one calendar month of employment Deferred Compensation: Voluntary plan through Nationwide Retirement Solutions Employee may contribute up to the lesser of the IRS maximum or100% of gross compensation into a pre-tax 457(b) account or a post-tax Roth 457(b) account (or a combination of the two accounts) subject to IRS rules Flexible Spending Account (IRS Section 125 Plan): Employee may contribute up to $3,200per year in pre-tax dollars to a health care spending account Employee may contribute up to $5,000 per year in pre-tax dollars to a dependent care spending account Employee may contribute up to $315per month in pre-tax dollars to a commuter benefit plan Vacation: Vacation is accrued bi-weekly, cannot use vacation during first 6months of City service For 1 -4 years of service: 10 days (80 hours)/year For 5 -9 years of service: 15 days (120 hours)/year For 10 - 15 years of service: 21 days (168 hours)/year For 16 - 20 years of service: 22 days (176 hours)/year For 21+ years of service: 24 days (192 hours)/year Maximum vacation accrual is 450 hours Once per year, employees can elect to convert up to 40 hours of accrued vacation to cash to be paid out the following calendar year Sick Leave: Sick leave is accrued bi-weekly for equivalent of 96 hours per calendar year with no maximum accrual Up to 48 hours/year of accumulated sick leave may be used for family illness Up to 40 hours/year of accumulated sick leave may be used for personal leave Employee may convert sick leave to vacation once per calendar year (annual maximum conversion is 96 hours sick to 48 hours vacation) Partial sick leave payoff provision on retirement depending on years of service Non-Management Leave: 24 hours of non-management leave credited to employees each January 1st New employees hired between January 1st and June 30th receive 24 hours of non-management leave their first year New employees hired between July 1st and December 31st receive 12 hours of non-management leave their first year Unused non-management leave may not be carried over from one calendar year to the next Compensatory Time Off (CTO): Employees may accrue CTO in lieu of overtime hours (maximum accrual is set by department) 16 hours of CTO is credited to employees each January 1st (prorated if hired after January 1st) Holidays: Seventeen paid eight-hour holidays per year (13 & 4 holidays between 12/25 to 1/1 of following year) Reimbursements/Allowances (for specific classifications): Raingear: Up to $120 per fiscal year for eligible classifications Safety Boots: Upt to $237 per fiscal year for eligible employees Walking Shoes: Up to $120 per fiscal year for eligible classifications (See MOU for details) Tools: $500 per fiscal year reimbursement for Auto Foreperson classification Phone allowance of $80/month for Senior Key Customer Representative(s) and Key Customer Representative(s) job classifications Bilingual Pay: Certified bilingual employees are eligible for $55/bi-weekly bilingual pay Night Differential Pay: Librarians and library support employees whose regular assignments are to City libraries are eligible for 5.0% night differential pay for all hours worked between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. so long as they work a minimum of 2 consecutive hours between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. All other employees are eligible for 5.0% night differential pay for all hours worked between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00a.m. so long as they work a minimum of 2 consecutive hours between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. Standby Pay: Employees in the classification of Electric Utility Programmer Analyst, Electric Utility Network Administrator, and Senior Energy Systems Analyst are eligible for standby pay of $100/week when assigned to work standby Tuition Reimbursement Program: Up to $2,000 per fiscal year for tuition reimbursement Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling to employees and dependents. Up to maximum of five (5) consultations per family member per incident per year City paid benefit Retiree Medical Reimbursement Program: Employees who retire from the City with at least ten (10) years of service shall receive reimbursement to help cover retiree single health insurance premiums. The reimbursement maximum includes the PEMHCA minimum. Up to age 65, retirees are eligible for reimbursement up to $416/month in 2024(amount adjusted annually) After age 65, retirees are eligible for reimbursement up to $249/month in 2024(amount adjusted annually)
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Description This recruitment is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on a bi-weekly basis. The first review of applications will be on February 19, 2024. If you are interested in applying you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, before the position is closed. DESCRIPTION: Silicon Valley Power, Maps & Records department has an excellent opportunity for the position of Engineering Aide (Electric). Job responsibilities include, prepares scaled and dimensioned plans based on sketches prepared by engineering estimating personnel, maintains records of as-builts and updates existing SVP maps and records utilizing ESRI-based GIS applications, Maintains master map files, including such records of block maps, street light maps, fiber communication, electric utility single line and operating diagrams and other maps, Performs computing and drafting operations in AutoCAD, involved in checking drawings of electric utility facilities, perform other duties as assigned. THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS OR DEPARTMENTS BESIDES THE POSITIONS LISTED BELOW. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN EMPLOYMENT IN THIS CLASSIFICATION, YOU SHOULD APPLY TO ENSURE YOU ARE CONSIDERED FOR ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES THAT MAY UTILIZE THE APPLICANTS FROM THIS RECRUITMENT. MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS. ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW. The annual salary range for this position is $78,246.00 - $100,037.52. This position will be filled at or near the bottom of the salary range. Typical Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Under general supervision: • Participates in field survey activities such as assisting with measuring and recording distances and elevation using Global Positioning System (GPS) equipment • Prepares maps and drawings using geographic information system (GIS) tools to place symbols and apply color codes for the identification of facilities • Receives, reviews, provides comments, files, and returns maps, documents, and plans using AUTOCAD • Performs scaling and dimensioning to verify the accuracy of maps and plans • Assists in conducting field inventory of existing primary and secondary conductors, transformers, switches, poles, pole attachments, manholes, and conduit locations • Draws and updates electrical schematic diagrams, panel wiring diagrams, substation layout drawings using AUTOCAD, and organizes associated documentation • Prepares scaled and dimensioned plans, using AUTOCAD based on sketches prepared by engineering/estimating personnel • Operates a computer and standard office plotting/copying equipment • Conducts records research including job files, property ownership, easement and right-of-way records • Maintains records of equipment databases, log books, and map inventories • Operates passenger vehicles requiring Class C driver's license • Orders office drafting supplies, manages outside reproduction services, and coordinates vendor services for office drafting equipment maintenance • Performs other related duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Minimum Qualifications: • Graduation from an accredited junior college with an Associate of Arts degree or higher in engineering or its equivalent, including satisfactory completion of college level courses in writing, mathematics, engineering and related courses; and • One (1) year working with geographic information system (GIS) tools and systems or one (1) year working with computer-aided drafting (AUTOCAD). Desirable Qualifications: • One year (1) experience working with computer-aided drafting (AUTOCAD) and one year (1) experience working with geographic information system (GIS). • Completion of courses in GIS and AUTOCAD. Possible Substitutions: • Three (3) years of work experience performing mapping/drafting activities of electric utility facilities, involving the use of CAD and GIS systems and tools may substitute for the required education and experience. LICENSE Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license is required at the time of appointment and for the duration of employment. OTHER REQUIREMENTS • Employees are required to pass initial and periodic comprehensive background checks, which may include fingerprinting, to meet Federal, State and/or industry security requirements. • Must be able to perform all the essential functions of the job assignment. Candidates must attain a passing score on each phase of the examination process to qualify for the Eligible List. A department interview will be required prior to appointment. Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application. VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS: This position qualifies for Veteran’s Preference Points. Applicants who have separated from service (Active Duty Status) must submit proof of honorable discharge (Form DD214) with their application at time of filing or will be ineligible to have points added to their final score. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of : • General principles of algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and mechanical drawing • Principles and practices of engineering drafting and basic graphic design • Standard personal computer hardware and software, including word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs • Document control, retrieval, and filing systems Ability to : • Prepare neat and accurate drawings, diagrams, dimensions, representations, and schematics using GIS and CAD tools • Select and use appropriate drafting, and duplicating equipment and materials • Read, interpret and apply engineering terminology and symbols • Retrieve, file, and code drawings and diagrams and prepare brief reports • Maintain organized and complete records • Utilize ESRI Geographic Information Systems (GIS) • Utilize AutoDesk AutoCAD software applications • Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing • Understand and comprehend oral and written directions and instructions • Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet strict deadlines • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including the general public • Work in a team based environment and achieve common goals • Deal tactfully and courteously with others • Walk, sit, or stand for extended periods of time • Perform moderate physical labor including bending, stooping, crawling, climbing, and lifting as necessary to perform assigned duties. Additional Information: You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applications must be filled out completely (i.e. do not write “see resume or personnel file.”). To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a 1) Cover Letter and, 2) Resume. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Application packets may be submitted online through the “Apply Now” feature on the job announcement at www.santaclaraca.gov . This recruitment is open until filled and applications will be screened every 2-3 weeks. The first review of applications will be on February 19, 2024. The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 615-2080 or HumanResources@santaclaraca.gov . City of Santa Clara Benefit Summary Overview for Bargaining Unit #5, 7, & 8 Employees Association This summary provides a brief overview of the City of Santa Clara's benefits available to Bargaining Unit #5, 7, & 8 employees in 2024. In the event of any conflict between the information in this summary and the applicable official plan documents, City Manager's Directives (CMDs), Personnel and Salary Resolution, or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), the applicable official plan documents, CMDs, Personnel and Salary Resolution, or MOU will prevail over this summary. Benefits are subject to change. Retirement: Membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) Classic Employees: 2.7% @ age 55 formula - employee pays 8.00% of gross pay, minus $61 bi-weekly New Employees: 2.0% @ age 62 formula - employee pays 7.00% of gross pay Medicare and Social Security (FICA) Employee pays 6.20% up to $10,397.40(Social Security) and 1.45% (Medicare) of gross pay Health Insurance: City contribution up to 90% of the Kaiser Family premium per month, based on enrollment in a CalPERS health plan Employees electing health coverage with premiums above the City health contribution will pay additional premium costs from salary on a pre-tax basis The City’s contribution is prorated based on scheduled hours for part time employees Coverage is effective as early asthe first day of the monthafter date of hire If an employee enrolls in a plan with a monthly premium that is less than $946.86, they will be paid the difference in cash Employees hired on or after 1/1/2022 who opt-out of City-offered health insurance and provide annual attestation and acceptableproof of alternative required coverage for themselves and their tax family, if applicable, are eligible for a cash-in-lieu amount of $250/month. Contact Human Resources for more details Dental Insurance: Choice of two Delta Dental plans; enrollment is mandatory City pays lowest cost employee only plan; additional cost is paid by employee Coverage is effective as early asthe first day of the monthafter date of hire Vision Insurance: Choice of two VSP plans City pays lowest cost employee only plan; additional cost is paid by employee Coverage is effective as early asthe first day of the monthafter date of hire Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association (VEBA): City contributes $50.00 a month toward employee's VEBA account Account funds may be used to pay for qualified medical expenses after separation from the City and after age 50 (pre-tax) Life Insurance: City pays for $15,000 of Basic Life Insurance coverage Coverage is effective the first of the month after one calendar month of employment Additional optional insurance may be purchased by the employee for the employee, spouse, domestic partner, and/or dependent children State Disability Insurance (SDI): Employee pays 1.1% of gross pay (includes Paid Family Leave) 7 day waiting period. Weekly paid leave for absences due to non-work related injuries/illnesses. Benefit is based on past earnings. Refer to edd.ca.gov for more information Paid Family Leave (PFL): Up to 8 weeks of benefits within a 12-month period to care for a family member or to bond with a new child No waiting period. Weekly paid leave benefit. Benefit is based on past earnings. Refer to edd.ca.gov for more information Long Term Disability (LTD) Insurance: Benefit is 2/3 of basic wage up to $7,500; max of $5,000/month City pays $.558/$100 of insured earnings 30 calendar day waiting period Coverage is effective the first of the month after one calendar month of employment Deferred Compensation: Voluntary plan through Nationwide Retirement Solutions Employee may contribute up to the lesser of the IRS maximum or100% of gross compensation into a pre-tax 457(b) account or a post-tax Roth 457(b) account (or a combination of the two accounts) subject to IRS rules Flexible Spending Account (IRS Section 125 Plan): Employee may contribute up to $3,200per year in pre-tax dollars to a health care spending account Employee may contribute up to $5,000 per year in pre-tax dollars to a dependent care spending account Employee may contribute up to $315per month in pre-tax dollars to a commuter benefit plan Vacation: Vacation is accrued bi-weekly, cannot use vacation during first 6months of City service For 1 -4 years of service: 10 days (80 hours)/year For 5 -9 years of service: 15 days (120 hours)/year For 10 - 15 years of service: 21 days (168 hours)/year For 16 - 20 years of service: 22 days (176 hours)/year For 21+ years of service: 24 days (192 hours)/year Maximum vacation accrual is 450 hours Once per year, employees can elect to convert up to 40 hours of accrued vacation to cash to be paid out the following calendar year Sick Leave: Sick leave is accrued bi-weekly for equivalent of 96 hours per calendar year with no maximum accrual Up to 48 hours/year of accumulated sick leave may be used for family illness Up to 40 hours/year of accumulated sick leave may be used for personal leave Employee may convert sick leave to vacation once per calendar year (annual maximum conversion is 96 hours sick to 48 hours vacation) Partial sick leave payoff provision on retirement depending on years of service Non-Management Leave: 24 hours of non-management leave credited to employees each January 1st New employees hired between January 1st and June 30th receive 24 hours of non-management leave their first year New employees hired between July 1st and December 31st receive 12 hours of non-management leave their first year Unused non-management leave may not be carried over from one calendar year to the next Compensatory Time Off (CTO): Employees may accrue CTO in lieu of overtime hours (maximum accrual is set by department) 16 hours of CTO is credited to employees each January 1st (prorated if hired after January 1st) Holidays: Seventeen paid eight-hour holidays per year (13 & 4 holidays between 12/25 to 1/1 of following year) Reimbursements/Allowances (for specific classifications): Raingear: Up to $120 per fiscal year for eligible classifications Safety Boots: Upt to $237 per fiscal year for eligible employees Walking Shoes: Up to $120 per fiscal year for eligible classifications (See MOU for details) Tools: $500 per fiscal year reimbursement for Auto Foreperson classification Phone allowance of $80/month for Senior Key Customer Representative(s) and Key Customer Representative(s) job classifications Bilingual Pay: Certified bilingual employees are eligible for $55/bi-weekly bilingual pay Night Differential Pay: Librarians and library support employees whose regular assignments are to City libraries are eligible for 5.0% night differential pay for all hours worked between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. so long as they work a minimum of 2 consecutive hours between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. All other employees are eligible for 5.0% night differential pay for all hours worked between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00a.m. so long as they work a minimum of 2 consecutive hours between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. Standby Pay: Employees in the classification of Electric Utility Programmer Analyst, Electric Utility Network Administrator, and Senior Energy Systems Analyst are eligible for standby pay of $100/week when assigned to work standby Tuition Reimbursement Program: Up to $2,000 per fiscal year for tuition reimbursement Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling to employees and dependents. Up to maximum of five (5) consultations per family member per incident per year City paid benefit Retiree Medical Reimbursement Program: Employees who retire from the City with at least ten (10) years of service shall receive reimbursement to help cover retiree single health insurance premiums. The reimbursement maximum includes the PEMHCA minimum. Up to age 65, retirees are eligible for reimbursement up to $416/month in 2024(amount adjusted annually) After age 65, retirees are eligible for reimbursement up to $249/month in 2024(amount adjusted annually)
City of Santa Clara, CA
Santa Clara, California, United States
Description The Department: The Community Development Department strives to enhance the community’s safety, welfare, quality of life, and economic opportunities by providing advanced planning, development review, permitting and inspection services, as well as administration of programs related to affordable housing. To learn more about the City of Santa Clara's Department of Community Development/Housing click here. . The Position: The Permit Technician is an entry level classification in the Permit Technician series. Incumbents work under direct supervision and are expected to follow established procedures and policies in order to perform the job duties. Work is generally reviewed on completion of task. Incumbents will evaluate situations, identify problems, and exercise sound independent judgment within established guidelines. This classification is distinguished from the Senior Permit Technician classification in that the latter possess journey level knowledge and experience required to perform the more complex work assigned to the series and acts as a lead to Permit Technicians. The Permit Technician, under supervision, performs a variety of construction review, permit issuance, and customer service functions related to the plan review and permit issuance process. Duties may include, but are not limited to; explaining process, procedures and requirements for permit submittal and issuance, resolving customer issues and concerns, calculating appropriate fees and maintaining our computerized permit record tracking system. Works on complex special projects and other related work as assigned. THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS OR DEPARTMENTS BESIDES THE POSITIONS LISTED BELOW. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN EMPLOYMENT IN THIS CLASSIFICATION, YOU SHOULD APPLY TO ENSURE YOU ARE CONSIDERED FOR ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES THAT MAY UTILIZE THE APPLICANTS FROM THIS RECRUITMENT. MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS. ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW. Typical Duties This description may not include all the duties listed below, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be performed. Under direct supervision: • Performs clerical and public counter work and customer service related to the City's development process; • Provides information to the public regarding City regulations, procedures, and policies; • Reviews and prepares various plan checks for express plan review, permit applications, materials, documents, and plan submittals for permits and verifies accuracy, completeness, and compliance with pertinent laws and City guidelines; • Assists applicants in completing the permit application process; • Responds to customers about permit inquiries and may serve as a liaison to developers or contractors in order to provide status updates on applications; • Calculates review, inspection, permit, and related fees, and collects funds and issues receipts; • Issues construction and/or operational permits; • Performs computer data entry, data organization, and records access retrieval; • Maintains logs and records of permits issued; • Performs simple plan checks and prepares plan checks for review; • Distributes, coordinates, monitors, tracks, and files construction documents and permits for utilizing data management systems; • Researches files and databases regarding prior actions, decisions, development activities, and other information as required; • Verifies zoning, geologic hazard, environmental contamination, flood zone, historic, and other status of permit sites; • May assist in preparing reports, including but not limited to revenue and workflow reporting; • May assist in recommending process or procedural improvements; • Coordinates workflow with other City departments and outside agencies; and • Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • Graduation from high school or possession of a G.E.D.; AND • One (1) of the following experience patterns: o Two (2) years of increasingly responsible office experience that involves extensive public contact in fire, planning, building, engineering, architecture, building construction trades, or related field; or o One (1) year of permit technician experience in a City or County Fire, Building, or Community Development Department. ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTION: • Completion of 30-semester units/90 quarter units of college education from an accredited college or university, may be substituted for one (1) year of the required two (2) years of the required experience. LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATES • Possession of an appropriate, valid Class C California driver's license is required at time of appointment. • Possession of an International Code Council (ICC) Permit Technician certification is required to be obtained and maintained within one (1) year of appointment. OTHER REQUIREMENTS Must be able to perform all the essential functions of the job assignment. Candidates must attain a passing score on each phase of the examination process to qualify for the Eligible List. A department interview will be required prior to appointment. Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application. VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS: This position qualifies for Veteran’s Preference Points. Applicants who have separated from service (Active Duty Status) must submit proof of honorable discharge (Form DD214) with their application at time of filing or will be ineligible to have points added to their final score. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of: • Building, Fire, and/or environmental Codes and regulations, maps, reading/reviewing construction plans and specifications, terminology and processes; • Database and records management practices and procedures; • Procedures associated with construction and operational permits; and • Policies and procedures of fee assessment. Ability to: • Read, understand, apply, and explain basic laws, City ordinances, regulations, and procedures that are routine in nature; • Analyze and resolve specific applications, plan review, and permit inquiries; • Deal effectively with customers and staff and use basic principles and techniques of customer service; • Actively participate in process improvement changes to streamline procedures and processes; • Assist in providing technical training to departmental staff; • Read and interpret construction plans and specifications; • Make accurate mathematical calculations regarding fees; • Perform accurate data entry; • Operate variety office equipment and use City systems and applications, including Microsoft Office Suite and other applicable City databases; • Handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet strict deadlines; • Evaluate situations, identify problems, and exercise sound independent judgment within established guidelines • Communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing; • Work in a team-based environment to achieve common goals; • Work effectively with the public, developers, consultants, and other City staff; and • Bend, stoop, reach, carry, climb, and lift as necessary to perform assigned duties. Additional Information: You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applications must be filled out completely (i.e. do not write “see resume or personnel file.”) To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a 1) Cover Letter and, 2) Resume. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Application packets may be submitted online through the “Apply Now” feature on the job announcement at www.santaclaraca.gov . This position is continuous or open until filled: Applications will be reviewed on a bi-weekly basis for consideration to the position. If you are interested in applying you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, before the position is closed. The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 615-2080 or HumanResources@santaclaraca.gov . City of Santa Clara Benefit Summary Overview for Bargaining Unit #5, 7, & 8 Employees Association This summary provides a brief overview of the City of Santa Clara's benefits available to Bargaining Unit #5, 7, & 8 employees in 2024. In the event of any conflict between the information in this summary and the applicable official plan documents, City Manager's Directives (CMDs), Personnel and Salary Resolution, or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), the applicable official plan documents, CMDs, Personnel and Salary Resolution, or MOU will prevail over this summary. Benefits are subject to change. Retirement: Membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) Classic Employees: 2.7% @ age 55 formula - employee pays 8.00% of gross pay, minus $61 bi-weekly New Employees: 2.0% @ age 62 formula - employee pays 7.00% of gross pay Medicare and Social Security (FICA) Employee pays 6.20% up to $10,397.40(Social Security) and 1.45% (Medicare) of gross pay Health Insurance: City contribution up to 90% of the Kaiser Family premium per month, based on enrollment in a CalPERS health plan Employees electing health coverage with premiums above the City health contribution will pay additional premium costs from salary on a pre-tax basis The City’s contribution is prorated based on scheduled hours for part time employees Coverage is effective as early asthe first day of the monthafter date of hire If an employee enrolls in a plan with a monthly premium that is less than $946.86, they will be paid the difference in cash Employees hired on or after 1/1/2022 who opt-out of City-offered health insurance and provide annual attestation and acceptableproof of alternative required coverage for themselves and their tax family, if applicable, are eligible for a cash-in-lieu amount of $250/month. Contact Human Resources for more details Dental Insurance: Choice of two Delta Dental plans; enrollment is mandatory City pays lowest cost employee only plan; additional cost is paid by employee Coverage is effective as early asthe first day of the monthafter date of hire Vision Insurance: Choice of two VSP plans City pays lowest cost employee only plan; additional cost is paid by employee Coverage is effective as early asthe first day of the monthafter date of hire Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association (VEBA): City contributes $50.00 a month toward employee's VEBA account Account funds may be used to pay for qualified medical expenses after separation from the City and after age 50 (pre-tax) Life Insurance: City pays for $15,000 of Basic Life Insurance coverage Coverage is effective the first of the month after one calendar month of employment Additional optional insurance may be purchased by the employee for the employee, spouse, domestic partner, and/or dependent children State Disability Insurance (SDI): Employee pays 1.1% of gross pay (includes Paid Family Leave) 7 day waiting period. Weekly paid leave for absences due to non-work related injuries/illnesses. Benefit is based on past earnings. Refer to edd.ca.gov for more information Paid Family Leave (PFL): Up to 8 weeks of benefits within a 12-month period to care for a family member or to bond with a new child No waiting period. Weekly paid leave benefit. Benefit is based on past earnings. Refer to edd.ca.gov for more information Long Term Disability (LTD) Insurance: Benefit is 2/3 of basic wage up to $7,500; max of $5,000/month City pays $.558/$100 of insured earnings 30 calendar day waiting period Coverage is effective the first of the month after one calendar month of employment Deferred Compensation: Voluntary plan through Nationwide Retirement Solutions Employee may contribute up to the lesser of the IRS maximum or100% of gross compensation into a pre-tax 457(b) account or a post-tax Roth 457(b) account (or a combination of the two accounts) subject to IRS rules Flexible Spending Account (IRS Section 125 Plan): Employee may contribute up to $3,200per year in pre-tax dollars to a health care spending account Employee may contribute up to $5,000 per year in pre-tax dollars to a dependent care spending account Employee may contribute up to $315per month in pre-tax dollars to a commuter benefit plan Vacation: Vacation is accrued bi-weekly, cannot use vacation during first 6months of City service For 1 -4 years of service: 10 days (80 hours)/year For 5 -9 years of service: 15 days (120 hours)/year For 10 - 15 years of service: 21 days (168 hours)/year For 16 - 20 years of service: 22 days (176 hours)/year For 21+ years of service: 24 days (192 hours)/year Maximum vacation accrual is 450 hours Once per year, employees can elect to convert up to 40 hours of accrued vacation to cash to be paid out the following calendar year Sick Leave: Sick leave is accrued bi-weekly for equivalent of 96 hours per calendar year with no maximum accrual Up to 48 hours/year of accumulated sick leave may be used for family illness Up to 40 hours/year of accumulated sick leave may be used for personal leave Employee may convert sick leave to vacation once per calendar year (annual maximum conversion is 96 hours sick to 48 hours vacation) Partial sick leave payoff provision on retirement depending on years of service Non-Management Leave: 24 hours of non-management leave credited to employees each January 1st New employees hired between January 1st and June 30th receive 24 hours of non-management leave their first year New employees hired between July 1st and December 31st receive 12 hours of non-management leave their first year Unused non-management leave may not be carried over from one calendar year to the next Compensatory Time Off (CTO): Employees may accrue CTO in lieu of overtime hours (maximum accrual is set by department) 16 hours of CTO is credited to employees each January 1st (prorated if hired after January 1st) Holidays: Seventeen paid eight-hour holidays per year (13 & 4 holidays between 12/25 to 1/1 of following year) Reimbursements/Allowances (for specific classifications): Raingear: Up to $120 per fiscal year for eligible classifications Safety Boots: Upt to $237 per fiscal year for eligible employees Walking Shoes: Up to $120 per fiscal year for eligible classifications (See MOU for details) Tools: $500 per fiscal year reimbursement for Auto Foreperson classification Phone allowance of $80/month for Senior Key Customer Representative(s) and Key Customer Representative(s) job classifications Bilingual Pay: Certified bilingual employees are eligible for $55/bi-weekly bilingual pay Night Differential Pay: Librarians and library support employees whose regular assignments are to City libraries are eligible for 5.0% night differential pay for all hours worked between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. so long as they work a minimum of 2 consecutive hours between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. All other employees are eligible for 5.0% night differential pay for all hours worked between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00a.m. so long as they work a minimum of 2 consecutive hours between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. Standby Pay: Employees in the classification of Electric Utility Programmer Analyst, Electric Utility Network Administrator, and Senior Energy Systems Analyst are eligible for standby pay of $100/week when assigned to work standby Tuition Reimbursement Program: Up to $2,000 per fiscal year for tuition reimbursement Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling to employees and dependents. Up to maximum of five (5) consultations per family member per incident per year City paid benefit Retiree Medical Reimbursement Program: Employees who retire from the City with at least ten (10) years of service shall receive reimbursement to help cover retiree single health insurance premiums. The reimbursement maximum includes the PEMHCA minimum. Up to age 65, retirees are eligible for reimbursement up to $416/month in 2024(amount adjusted annually) After age 65, retirees are eligible for reimbursement up to $249/month in 2024(amount adjusted annually) Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Description The Department: The Community Development Department strives to enhance the community’s safety, welfare, quality of life, and economic opportunities by providing advanced planning, development review, permitting and inspection services, as well as administration of programs related to affordable housing. To learn more about the City of Santa Clara's Department of Community Development/Housing click here. . The Position: The Permit Technician is an entry level classification in the Permit Technician series. Incumbents work under direct supervision and are expected to follow established procedures and policies in order to perform the job duties. Work is generally reviewed on completion of task. Incumbents will evaluate situations, identify problems, and exercise sound independent judgment within established guidelines. This classification is distinguished from the Senior Permit Technician classification in that the latter possess journey level knowledge and experience required to perform the more complex work assigned to the series and acts as a lead to Permit Technicians. The Permit Technician, under supervision, performs a variety of construction review, permit issuance, and customer service functions related to the plan review and permit issuance process. Duties may include, but are not limited to; explaining process, procedures and requirements for permit submittal and issuance, resolving customer issues and concerns, calculating appropriate fees and maintaining our computerized permit record tracking system. Works on complex special projects and other related work as assigned. THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS OR DEPARTMENTS BESIDES THE POSITIONS LISTED BELOW. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN EMPLOYMENT IN THIS CLASSIFICATION, YOU SHOULD APPLY TO ENSURE YOU ARE CONSIDERED FOR ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES THAT MAY UTILIZE THE APPLICANTS FROM THIS RECRUITMENT. MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS. ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW. Typical Duties This description may not include all the duties listed below, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be performed. Under direct supervision: • Performs clerical and public counter work and customer service related to the City's development process; • Provides information to the public regarding City regulations, procedures, and policies; • Reviews and prepares various plan checks for express plan review, permit applications, materials, documents, and plan submittals for permits and verifies accuracy, completeness, and compliance with pertinent laws and City guidelines; • Assists applicants in completing the permit application process; • Responds to customers about permit inquiries and may serve as a liaison to developers or contractors in order to provide status updates on applications; • Calculates review, inspection, permit, and related fees, and collects funds and issues receipts; • Issues construction and/or operational permits; • Performs computer data entry, data organization, and records access retrieval; • Maintains logs and records of permits issued; • Performs simple plan checks and prepares plan checks for review; • Distributes, coordinates, monitors, tracks, and files construction documents and permits for utilizing data management systems; • Researches files and databases regarding prior actions, decisions, development activities, and other information as required; • Verifies zoning, geologic hazard, environmental contamination, flood zone, historic, and other status of permit sites; • May assist in preparing reports, including but not limited to revenue and workflow reporting; • May assist in recommending process or procedural improvements; • Coordinates workflow with other City departments and outside agencies; and • Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • Graduation from high school or possession of a G.E.D.; AND • One (1) of the following experience patterns: o Two (2) years of increasingly responsible office experience that involves extensive public contact in fire, planning, building, engineering, architecture, building construction trades, or related field; or o One (1) year of permit technician experience in a City or County Fire, Building, or Community Development Department. ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTION: • Completion of 30-semester units/90 quarter units of college education from an accredited college or university, may be substituted for one (1) year of the required two (2) years of the required experience. LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATES • Possession of an appropriate, valid Class C California driver's license is required at time of appointment. • Possession of an International Code Council (ICC) Permit Technician certification is required to be obtained and maintained within one (1) year of appointment. OTHER REQUIREMENTS Must be able to perform all the essential functions of the job assignment. Candidates must attain a passing score on each phase of the examination process to qualify for the Eligible List. A department interview will be required prior to appointment. Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application. VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS: This position qualifies for Veteran’s Preference Points. Applicants who have separated from service (Active Duty Status) must submit proof of honorable discharge (Form DD214) with their application at time of filing or will be ineligible to have points added to their final score. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of: • Building, Fire, and/or environmental Codes and regulations, maps, reading/reviewing construction plans and specifications, terminology and processes; • Database and records management practices and procedures; • Procedures associated with construction and operational permits; and • Policies and procedures of fee assessment. Ability to: • Read, understand, apply, and explain basic laws, City ordinances, regulations, and procedures that are routine in nature; • Analyze and resolve specific applications, plan review, and permit inquiries; • Deal effectively with customers and staff and use basic principles and techniques of customer service; • Actively participate in process improvement changes to streamline procedures and processes; • Assist in providing technical training to departmental staff; • Read and interpret construction plans and specifications; • Make accurate mathematical calculations regarding fees; • Perform accurate data entry; • Operate variety office equipment and use City systems and applications, including Microsoft Office Suite and other applicable City databases; • Handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet strict deadlines; • Evaluate situations, identify problems, and exercise sound independent judgment within established guidelines • Communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing; • Work in a team-based environment to achieve common goals; • Work effectively with the public, developers, consultants, and other City staff; and • Bend, stoop, reach, carry, climb, and lift as necessary to perform assigned duties. Additional Information: You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applications must be filled out completely (i.e. do not write “see resume or personnel file.”) To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a 1) Cover Letter and, 2) Resume. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Application packets may be submitted online through the “Apply Now” feature on the job announcement at www.santaclaraca.gov . This position is continuous or open until filled: Applications will be reviewed on a bi-weekly basis for consideration to the position. If you are interested in applying you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, before the position is closed. The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 615-2080 or HumanResources@santaclaraca.gov . City of Santa Clara Benefit Summary Overview for Bargaining Unit #5, 7, & 8 Employees Association This summary provides a brief overview of the City of Santa Clara's benefits available to Bargaining Unit #5, 7, & 8 employees in 2024. In the event of any conflict between the information in this summary and the applicable official plan documents, City Manager's Directives (CMDs), Personnel and Salary Resolution, or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), the applicable official plan documents, CMDs, Personnel and Salary Resolution, or MOU will prevail over this summary. Benefits are subject to change. Retirement: Membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) Classic Employees: 2.7% @ age 55 formula - employee pays 8.00% of gross pay, minus $61 bi-weekly New Employees: 2.0% @ age 62 formula - employee pays 7.00% of gross pay Medicare and Social Security (FICA) Employee pays 6.20% up to $10,397.40(Social Security) and 1.45% (Medicare) of gross pay Health Insurance: City contribution up to 90% of the Kaiser Family premium per month, based on enrollment in a CalPERS health plan Employees electing health coverage with premiums above the City health contribution will pay additional premium costs from salary on a pre-tax basis The City’s contribution is prorated based on scheduled hours for part time employees Coverage is effective as early asthe first day of the monthafter date of hire If an employee enrolls in a plan with a monthly premium that is less than $946.86, they will be paid the difference in cash Employees hired on or after 1/1/2022 who opt-out of City-offered health insurance and provide annual attestation and acceptableproof of alternative required coverage for themselves and their tax family, if applicable, are eligible for a cash-in-lieu amount of $250/month. Contact Human Resources for more details Dental Insurance: Choice of two Delta Dental plans; enrollment is mandatory City pays lowest cost employee only plan; additional cost is paid by employee Coverage is effective as early asthe first day of the monthafter date of hire Vision Insurance: Choice of two VSP plans City pays lowest cost employee only plan; additional cost is paid by employee Coverage is effective as early asthe first day of the monthafter date of hire Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association (VEBA): City contributes $50.00 a month toward employee's VEBA account Account funds may be used to pay for qualified medical expenses after separation from the City and after age 50 (pre-tax) Life Insurance: City pays for $15,000 of Basic Life Insurance coverage Coverage is effective the first of the month after one calendar month of employment Additional optional insurance may be purchased by the employee for the employee, spouse, domestic partner, and/or dependent children State Disability Insurance (SDI): Employee pays 1.1% of gross pay (includes Paid Family Leave) 7 day waiting period. Weekly paid leave for absences due to non-work related injuries/illnesses. Benefit is based on past earnings. Refer to edd.ca.gov for more information Paid Family Leave (PFL): Up to 8 weeks of benefits within a 12-month period to care for a family member or to bond with a new child No waiting period. Weekly paid leave benefit. Benefit is based on past earnings. Refer to edd.ca.gov for more information Long Term Disability (LTD) Insurance: Benefit is 2/3 of basic wage up to $7,500; max of $5,000/month City pays $.558/$100 of insured earnings 30 calendar day waiting period Coverage is effective the first of the month after one calendar month of employment Deferred Compensation: Voluntary plan through Nationwide Retirement Solutions Employee may contribute up to the lesser of the IRS maximum or100% of gross compensation into a pre-tax 457(b) account or a post-tax Roth 457(b) account (or a combination of the two accounts) subject to IRS rules Flexible Spending Account (IRS Section 125 Plan): Employee may contribute up to $3,200per year in pre-tax dollars to a health care spending account Employee may contribute up to $5,000 per year in pre-tax dollars to a dependent care spending account Employee may contribute up to $315per month in pre-tax dollars to a commuter benefit plan Vacation: Vacation is accrued bi-weekly, cannot use vacation during first 6months of City service For 1 -4 years of service: 10 days (80 hours)/year For 5 -9 years of service: 15 days (120 hours)/year For 10 - 15 years of service: 21 days (168 hours)/year For 16 - 20 years of service: 22 days (176 hours)/year For 21+ years of service: 24 days (192 hours)/year Maximum vacation accrual is 450 hours Once per year, employees can elect to convert up to 40 hours of accrued vacation to cash to be paid out the following calendar year Sick Leave: Sick leave is accrued bi-weekly for equivalent of 96 hours per calendar year with no maximum accrual Up to 48 hours/year of accumulated sick leave may be used for family illness Up to 40 hours/year of accumulated sick leave may be used for personal leave Employee may convert sick leave to vacation once per calendar year (annual maximum conversion is 96 hours sick to 48 hours vacation) Partial sick leave payoff provision on retirement depending on years of service Non-Management Leave: 24 hours of non-management leave credited to employees each January 1st New employees hired between January 1st and June 30th receive 24 hours of non-management leave their first year New employees hired between July 1st and December 31st receive 12 hours of non-management leave their first year Unused non-management leave may not be carried over from one calendar year to the next Compensatory Time Off (CTO): Employees may accrue CTO in lieu of overtime hours (maximum accrual is set by department) 16 hours of CTO is credited to employees each January 1st (prorated if hired after January 1st) Holidays: Seventeen paid eight-hour holidays per year (13 & 4 holidays between 12/25 to 1/1 of following year) Reimbursements/Allowances (for specific classifications): Raingear: Up to $120 per fiscal year for eligible classifications Safety Boots: Upt to $237 per fiscal year for eligible employees Walking Shoes: Up to $120 per fiscal year for eligible classifications (See MOU for details) Tools: $500 per fiscal year reimbursement for Auto Foreperson classification Phone allowance of $80/month for Senior Key Customer Representative(s) and Key Customer Representative(s) job classifications Bilingual Pay: Certified bilingual employees are eligible for $55/bi-weekly bilingual pay Night Differential Pay: Librarians and library support employees whose regular assignments are to City libraries are eligible for 5.0% night differential pay for all hours worked between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. so long as they work a minimum of 2 consecutive hours between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. All other employees are eligible for 5.0% night differential pay for all hours worked between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00a.m. so long as they work a minimum of 2 consecutive hours between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. Standby Pay: Employees in the classification of Electric Utility Programmer Analyst, Electric Utility Network Administrator, and Senior Energy Systems Analyst are eligible for standby pay of $100/week when assigned to work standby Tuition Reimbursement Program: Up to $2,000 per fiscal year for tuition reimbursement Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling to employees and dependents. Up to maximum of five (5) consultations per family member per incident per year City paid benefit Retiree Medical Reimbursement Program: Employees who retire from the City with at least ten (10) years of service shall receive reimbursement to help cover retiree single health insurance premiums. The reimbursement maximum includes the PEMHCA minimum. Up to age 65, retirees are eligible for reimbursement up to $416/month in 2024(amount adjusted annually) After age 65, retirees are eligible for reimbursement up to $249/month in 2024(amount adjusted annually) Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Santa Clara, CA
Santa Clara, California, United States
Description The Department: The Department of Public Works (DPW) constructs, maintains and improves various components of the City’s infrastructure and provides quality, cost-effective, timely services to the residents and businesses of Santa Clara. DPW manages solid waste contracts which provide services such as garbage, yard waste, recycling, street sweeping, household hazardous waste collection and the annual Clean-Up Campaign. DPW is also responsible for a wide variety of programs throughout the City which include: Stormwater pollution prevention Inspection and maintenance of City streets, sidewalks, and storm drain systems Maintenance of City Street trees The Earth Day/Arbor Day Celebration Creek Cleanups The Position: This is the second level paraprofessional position in the Staff Aide series requiring the frequent use of independent judgment and interpretive ability related to research, analysis, and report writing. An incumbent in this classification performs work of a varied and responsible nature under general direction with some responsibility for the follow-through on details of assigned projects. This classification is distinguished from a Staff Aide II in that the Staff Aide II - Environmental Programs is a public facing role with specific knowledge of solid waste, source reduction, recycling, and urban runoff pollution prevention. Additional Information: Applications must be filled out completely (e.g. do not write “see resume, NA, or personnel file.”). To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a 1) Cover Letter 2) Resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Application packets may be submitted online through the “Apply Now” feature on the job announcement at www.santaclaraca.gov . Applications must be submitted by the filing deadline of June 4 , 2024 at 4:00 PM. THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS OR DEPARTMENTS BESIDES THE POSITIONS LISTED BELOW. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN EMPLOYMENT IN THIS CLASSIFICATION, YOU SHOULD APPLY TO ENSURE YOU ARE CONSIDERED FOR ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES THAT MAY UTILIZE THE APPLICANTS FROM THIS RECRUITMENT. MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS. ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW. The annual salary range for this position is $88,639.80 - $112,843.80. This position will be filled at or near the minimum of the salary range. Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Minimum Education Requirements: An Associate of Arts degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field Minimum Experience Requirements: Two (2) years of investigation, coordination, or technical report writing experience One (1) year of customer service including complaint resolution, public education, or general program administration in one of the following areas: solid waste, recycling, waste prevention, or urban run-off pollution prevention program License/Certifications: Possession of a valid California driver's license is required at time of appointment and for duration of employment. Desirable Qualifications: Experience preparing State of California grant applications. A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Business or Public Administration, or a related field. Other Requirements: May be required to work shifts, weekends, and odd and unusual hours in the performance of duties and emergency situations. Must be able to perform all of the essential functions of the job assignment. Follow this link to view the entire Class Specification, which includes more information on Typical Duties and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. Candidates must attain a passing score on each phase of the examination process to qualify for the Eligible List. A department interview may be required prior to appointment. Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application. PERMANENT CITY EMPLOYEES PREFERENCE POINTS: Current permanent employee candidates who receive a passing score on the examination will have an additional five (5) points added to their final score. The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 615-2080 or HumanResources@santaclaraca.gov . City of Santa Clara Benefit Summary Overview for Bargaining Unit #5, 7, & 8 Employees Association This summary provides a brief overview of the City of Santa Clara's benefits available to Bargaining Unit #5, 7, & 8 employees in 2024. In the event of any conflict between the information in this summary and the applicable official plan documents, City Manager's Directives (CMDs), Personnel and Salary Resolution, or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), the applicable official plan documents, CMDs, Personnel and Salary Resolution, or MOU will prevail over this summary. Benefits are subject to change. Retirement: Membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) Classic Employees: 2.7% @ age 55 formula - employee pays 8.00% of gross pay, minus $61 bi-weekly New Employees: 2.0% @ age 62 formula - employee pays 7.00% of gross pay Medicare and Social Security (FICA) Employee pays 6.20% up to $10,397.40(Social Security) and 1.45% (Medicare) of gross pay Health Insurance: City contribution up to 90% of the Kaiser Family premium per month, based on enrollment in a CalPERS health plan Employees electing health coverage with premiums above the City health contribution will pay additional premium costs from salary on a pre-tax basis The City’s contribution is prorated based on scheduled hours for part time employees Coverage is effective as early asthe first day of the monthafter date of hire If an employee enrolls in a plan with a monthly premium that is less than $946.86, they will be paid the difference in cash Employees hired on or after 1/1/2022 who opt-out of City-offered health insurance and provide annual attestation and acceptableproof of alternative required coverage for themselves and their tax family, if applicable, are eligible for a cash-in-lieu amount of $250/month. Contact Human Resources for more details Dental Insurance: Choice of two Delta Dental plans; enrollment is mandatory City pays lowest cost employee only plan; additional cost is paid by employee Coverage is effective as early asthe first day of the monthafter date of hire Vision Insurance: Choice of two VSP plans City pays lowest cost employee only plan; additional cost is paid by employee Coverage is effective as early asthe first day of the monthafter date of hire Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association (VEBA): City contributes $50.00 a month toward employee's VEBA account Account funds may be used to pay for qualified medical expenses after separation from the City and after age 50 (pre-tax) Life Insurance: City pays for $15,000 of Basic Life Insurance coverage Coverage is effective the first of the month after one calendar month of employment Additional optional insurance may be purchased by the employee for the employee, spouse, domestic partner, and/or dependent children State Disability Insurance (SDI): Employee pays 1.1% of gross pay (includes Paid Family Leave) 7 day waiting period. Weekly paid leave for absences due to non-work related injuries/illnesses. Benefit is based on past earnings. Refer to edd.ca.gov for more information Paid Family Leave (PFL): Up to 8 weeks of benefits within a 12-month period to care for a family member or to bond with a new child No waiting period. Weekly paid leave benefit. Benefit is based on past earnings. Refer to edd.ca.gov for more information Long Term Disability (LTD) Insurance: Benefit is 2/3 of basic wage up to $7,500; max of $5,000/month City pays $.558/$100 of insured earnings 30 calendar day waiting period Coverage is effective the first of the month after one calendar month of employment Deferred Compensation: Voluntary plan through Nationwide Retirement Solutions Employee may contribute up to the lesser of the IRS maximum or100% of gross compensation into a pre-tax 457(b) account or a post-tax Roth 457(b) account (or a combination of the two accounts) subject to IRS rules Flexible Spending Account (IRS Section 125 Plan): Employee may contribute up to $3,200per year in pre-tax dollars to a health care spending account Employee may contribute up to $5,000 per year in pre-tax dollars to a dependent care spending account Employee may contribute up to $315per month in pre-tax dollars to a commuter benefit plan Vacation: Vacation is accrued bi-weekly, cannot use vacation during first 6months of City service For 1 -4 years of service: 10 days (80 hours)/year For 5 -9 years of service: 15 days (120 hours)/year For 10 - 15 years of service: 21 days (168 hours)/year For 16 - 20 years of service: 22 days (176 hours)/year For 21+ years of service: 24 days (192 hours)/year Maximum vacation accrual is 450 hours Once per year, employees can elect to convert up to 40 hours of accrued vacation to cash to be paid out the following calendar year Sick Leave: Sick leave is accrued bi-weekly for equivalent of 96 hours per calendar year with no maximum accrual Up to 48 hours/year of accumulated sick leave may be used for family illness Up to 40 hours/year of accumulated sick leave may be used for personal leave Employee may convert sick leave to vacation once per calendar year (annual maximum conversion is 96 hours sick to 48 hours vacation) Partial sick leave payoff provision on retirement depending on years of service Non-Management Leave: 24 hours of non-management leave credited to employees each January 1st New employees hired between January 1st and June 30th receive 24 hours of non-management leave their first year New employees hired between July 1st and December 31st receive 12 hours of non-management leave their first year Unused non-management leave may not be carried over from one calendar year to the next Compensatory Time Off (CTO): Employees may accrue CTO in lieu of overtime hours (maximum accrual is set by department) 16 hours of CTO is credited to employees each January 1st (prorated if hired after January 1st) Holidays: Seventeen paid eight-hour holidays per year (13 & 4 holidays between 12/25 to 1/1 of following year) Reimbursements/Allowances (for specific classifications): Raingear: Up to $120 per fiscal year for eligible classifications Safety Boots: Upt to $237 per fiscal year for eligible employees Walking Shoes: Up to $120 per fiscal year for eligible classifications (See MOU for details) Tools: $500 per fiscal year reimbursement for Auto Foreperson classification Phone allowance of $80/month for Senior Key Customer Representative(s) and Key Customer Representative(s) job classifications Bilingual Pay: Certified bilingual employees are eligible for $55/bi-weekly bilingual pay Night Differential Pay: Librarians and library support employees whose regular assignments are to City libraries are eligible for 5.0% night differential pay for all hours worked between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. so long as they work a minimum of 2 consecutive hours between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. All other employees are eligible for 5.0% night differential pay for all hours worked between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00a.m. so long as they work a minimum of 2 consecutive hours between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. Standby Pay: Employees in the classification of Electric Utility Programmer Analyst, Electric Utility Network Administrator, and Senior Energy Systems Analyst are eligible for standby pay of $100/week when assigned to work standby Tuition Reimbursement Program: Up to $2,000 per fiscal year for tuition reimbursement Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling to employees and dependents. Up to maximum of five (5) consultations per family member per incident per year City paid benefit Retiree Medical Reimbursement Program: Employees who retire from the City with at least ten (10) years of service shall receive reimbursement to help cover retiree single health insurance premiums. The reimbursement maximum includes the PEMHCA minimum. Up to age 65, retirees are eligible for reimbursement up to $416/month in 2024(amount adjusted annually) After age 65, retirees are eligible for reimbursement up to $249/month in 2024(amount adjusted annually) Closing Date/Time: 6/4/2024 4:00 PM Pacific
May 22, 2024
Full Time
Description The Department: The Department of Public Works (DPW) constructs, maintains and improves various components of the City’s infrastructure and provides quality, cost-effective, timely services to the residents and businesses of Santa Clara. DPW manages solid waste contracts which provide services such as garbage, yard waste, recycling, street sweeping, household hazardous waste collection and the annual Clean-Up Campaign. DPW is also responsible for a wide variety of programs throughout the City which include: Stormwater pollution prevention Inspection and maintenance of City streets, sidewalks, and storm drain systems Maintenance of City Street trees The Earth Day/Arbor Day Celebration Creek Cleanups The Position: This is the second level paraprofessional position in the Staff Aide series requiring the frequent use of independent judgment and interpretive ability related to research, analysis, and report writing. An incumbent in this classification performs work of a varied and responsible nature under general direction with some responsibility for the follow-through on details of assigned projects. This classification is distinguished from a Staff Aide II in that the Staff Aide II - Environmental Programs is a public facing role with specific knowledge of solid waste, source reduction, recycling, and urban runoff pollution prevention. Additional Information: Applications must be filled out completely (e.g. do not write “see resume, NA, or personnel file.”). To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a 1) Cover Letter 2) Resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Application packets may be submitted online through the “Apply Now” feature on the job announcement at www.santaclaraca.gov . Applications must be submitted by the filing deadline of June 4 , 2024 at 4:00 PM. THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS OR DEPARTMENTS BESIDES THE POSITIONS LISTED BELOW. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN EMPLOYMENT IN THIS CLASSIFICATION, YOU SHOULD APPLY TO ENSURE YOU ARE CONSIDERED FOR ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES THAT MAY UTILIZE THE APPLICANTS FROM THIS RECRUITMENT. MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS. ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW. The annual salary range for this position is $88,639.80 - $112,843.80. This position will be filled at or near the minimum of the salary range. Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Minimum Education Requirements: An Associate of Arts degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field Minimum Experience Requirements: Two (2) years of investigation, coordination, or technical report writing experience One (1) year of customer service including complaint resolution, public education, or general program administration in one of the following areas: solid waste, recycling, waste prevention, or urban run-off pollution prevention program License/Certifications: Possession of a valid California driver's license is required at time of appointment and for duration of employment. Desirable Qualifications: Experience preparing State of California grant applications. A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Business or Public Administration, or a related field. Other Requirements: May be required to work shifts, weekends, and odd and unusual hours in the performance of duties and emergency situations. Must be able to perform all of the essential functions of the job assignment. Follow this link to view the entire Class Specification, which includes more information on Typical Duties and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. Candidates must attain a passing score on each phase of the examination process to qualify for the Eligible List. A department interview may be required prior to appointment. Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application. PERMANENT CITY EMPLOYEES PREFERENCE POINTS: Current permanent employee candidates who receive a passing score on the examination will have an additional five (5) points added to their final score. The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 615-2080 or HumanResources@santaclaraca.gov . City of Santa Clara Benefit Summary Overview for Bargaining Unit #5, 7, & 8 Employees Association This summary provides a brief overview of the City of Santa Clara's benefits available to Bargaining Unit #5, 7, & 8 employees in 2024. In the event of any conflict between the information in this summary and the applicable official plan documents, City Manager's Directives (CMDs), Personnel and Salary Resolution, or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), the applicable official plan documents, CMDs, Personnel and Salary Resolution, or MOU will prevail over this summary. Benefits are subject to change. Retirement: Membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) Classic Employees: 2.7% @ age 55 formula - employee pays 8.00% of gross pay, minus $61 bi-weekly New Employees: 2.0% @ age 62 formula - employee pays 7.00% of gross pay Medicare and Social Security (FICA) Employee pays 6.20% up to $10,397.40(Social Security) and 1.45% (Medicare) of gross pay Health Insurance: City contribution up to 90% of the Kaiser Family premium per month, based on enrollment in a CalPERS health plan Employees electing health coverage with premiums above the City health contribution will pay additional premium costs from salary on a pre-tax basis The City’s contribution is prorated based on scheduled hours for part time employees Coverage is effective as early asthe first day of the monthafter date of hire If an employee enrolls in a plan with a monthly premium that is less than $946.86, they will be paid the difference in cash Employees hired on or after 1/1/2022 who opt-out of City-offered health insurance and provide annual attestation and acceptableproof of alternative required coverage for themselves and their tax family, if applicable, are eligible for a cash-in-lieu amount of $250/month. Contact Human Resources for more details Dental Insurance: Choice of two Delta Dental plans; enrollment is mandatory City pays lowest cost employee only plan; additional cost is paid by employee Coverage is effective as early asthe first day of the monthafter date of hire Vision Insurance: Choice of two VSP plans City pays lowest cost employee only plan; additional cost is paid by employee Coverage is effective as early asthe first day of the monthafter date of hire Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association (VEBA): City contributes $50.00 a month toward employee's VEBA account Account funds may be used to pay for qualified medical expenses after separation from the City and after age 50 (pre-tax) Life Insurance: City pays for $15,000 of Basic Life Insurance coverage Coverage is effective the first of the month after one calendar month of employment Additional optional insurance may be purchased by the employee for the employee, spouse, domestic partner, and/or dependent children State Disability Insurance (SDI): Employee pays 1.1% of gross pay (includes Paid Family Leave) 7 day waiting period. Weekly paid leave for absences due to non-work related injuries/illnesses. Benefit is based on past earnings. Refer to edd.ca.gov for more information Paid Family Leave (PFL): Up to 8 weeks of benefits within a 12-month period to care for a family member or to bond with a new child No waiting period. Weekly paid leave benefit. Benefit is based on past earnings. Refer to edd.ca.gov for more information Long Term Disability (LTD) Insurance: Benefit is 2/3 of basic wage up to $7,500; max of $5,000/month City pays $.558/$100 of insured earnings 30 calendar day waiting period Coverage is effective the first of the month after one calendar month of employment Deferred Compensation: Voluntary plan through Nationwide Retirement Solutions Employee may contribute up to the lesser of the IRS maximum or100% of gross compensation into a pre-tax 457(b) account or a post-tax Roth 457(b) account (or a combination of the two accounts) subject to IRS rules Flexible Spending Account (IRS Section 125 Plan): Employee may contribute up to $3,200per year in pre-tax dollars to a health care spending account Employee may contribute up to $5,000 per year in pre-tax dollars to a dependent care spending account Employee may contribute up to $315per month in pre-tax dollars to a commuter benefit plan Vacation: Vacation is accrued bi-weekly, cannot use vacation during first 6months of City service For 1 -4 years of service: 10 days (80 hours)/year For 5 -9 years of service: 15 days (120 hours)/year For 10 - 15 years of service: 21 days (168 hours)/year For 16 - 20 years of service: 22 days (176 hours)/year For 21+ years of service: 24 days (192 hours)/year Maximum vacation accrual is 450 hours Once per year, employees can elect to convert up to 40 hours of accrued vacation to cash to be paid out the following calendar year Sick Leave: Sick leave is accrued bi-weekly for equivalent of 96 hours per calendar year with no maximum accrual Up to 48 hours/year of accumulated sick leave may be used for family illness Up to 40 hours/year of accumulated sick leave may be used for personal leave Employee may convert sick leave to vacation once per calendar year (annual maximum conversion is 96 hours sick to 48 hours vacation) Partial sick leave payoff provision on retirement depending on years of service Non-Management Leave: 24 hours of non-management leave credited to employees each January 1st New employees hired between January 1st and June 30th receive 24 hours of non-management leave their first year New employees hired between July 1st and December 31st receive 12 hours of non-management leave their first year Unused non-management leave may not be carried over from one calendar year to the next Compensatory Time Off (CTO): Employees may accrue CTO in lieu of overtime hours (maximum accrual is set by department) 16 hours of CTO is credited to employees each January 1st (prorated if hired after January 1st) Holidays: Seventeen paid eight-hour holidays per year (13 & 4 holidays between 12/25 to 1/1 of following year) Reimbursements/Allowances (for specific classifications): Raingear: Up to $120 per fiscal year for eligible classifications Safety Boots: Upt to $237 per fiscal year for eligible employees Walking Shoes: Up to $120 per fiscal year for eligible classifications (See MOU for details) Tools: $500 per fiscal year reimbursement for Auto Foreperson classification Phone allowance of $80/month for Senior Key Customer Representative(s) and Key Customer Representative(s) job classifications Bilingual Pay: Certified bilingual employees are eligible for $55/bi-weekly bilingual pay Night Differential Pay: Librarians and library support employees whose regular assignments are to City libraries are eligible for 5.0% night differential pay for all hours worked between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. so long as they work a minimum of 2 consecutive hours between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. All other employees are eligible for 5.0% night differential pay for all hours worked between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00a.m. so long as they work a minimum of 2 consecutive hours between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. Standby Pay: Employees in the classification of Electric Utility Programmer Analyst, Electric Utility Network Administrator, and Senior Energy Systems Analyst are eligible for standby pay of $100/week when assigned to work standby Tuition Reimbursement Program: Up to $2,000 per fiscal year for tuition reimbursement Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling to employees and dependents. Up to maximum of five (5) consultations per family member per incident per year City paid benefit Retiree Medical Reimbursement Program: Employees who retire from the City with at least ten (10) years of service shall receive reimbursement to help cover retiree single health insurance premiums. The reimbursement maximum includes the PEMHCA minimum. Up to age 65, retirees are eligible for reimbursement up to $416/month in 2024(amount adjusted annually) After age 65, retirees are eligible for reimbursement up to $249/month in 2024(amount adjusted annually) Closing Date/Time: 6/4/2024 4:00 PM Pacific
City of Tacoma, WA
Tacoma, Washington, United States
Position Description At Tacoma Power, we recognize the dynamic evolution underway in the power utility industry. With increasing demands placed on the Transmission and Distribution (T&D) system due to environmental changes and the imperative for future electrification, Tacoma Power is committed to modernizing our operational technologies, notably our Graphical Information System (GIS). To this end, we have adopted an Agile support framework known as DevOps. As part of this initiative, we are seeking a dedicated Power GIS Technical Advisor to serve as the product owner. In this pivotal role, you will provide strategic direction for the GIS product within the T&D team. Responsibilities include making product decisions, managing the product backlog, crafting user stories, defining success criteria, and ensuring alignment with T&D business objectives. The Power GIS Technical Advisor fosters relationships with key stakeholders and supervisors through regular meetings to understand team needs, facilitating the development and validation of user stories, business processes, and test plans. This role plays a crucial part in organizational change management efforts stemming from ongoing GIS evolution, solutions, and integrations. Collaborating with change management, development, and testing professionals, the Power GIS Technical Advisor establishes criteria, thresholds, and program metrics to mitigate implementation risks and impacts, ensuring stakeholder needs are met with new systems and processes. As the product owner, this position drives Program Increment (PI) Planning and Sprint Planning meetings, leading the team in developing success criteria for adopted user stories. Additionally, they determine the priority of GIS support issues and make recommendations on support requests or system failures, reallocating team resources as necessary. Within a matrixed organization encompassing cross-functional teams from T&D, Utility Technology Services, ITD, and vendors, the Power GIS Technical Advisor assumes a crucial role in coordinating collaborative endeavors. Responsibilities include: Orchestrates and manages complex assignments and projects requiring advanced expertise in GIS data mapping at the journey-level. Performs the full range of duties that demonstrates advanced broad practical knowledge in a variety of processes, methods, techniques, and best practices as a GIS mapping professional with an understand of T&D infrastructure attributes, and design. Demonstrates comprehensive practical knowledge across various processes, methods, techniques, and best practices as a GIS mapping professional, including an understanding of T&D infrastructure attributes and design. Drives GIS product decisions by reviewing and prioritizing all items on the Product Backlog. Determines the priority order of User Stories other Product Backlog Items through consultation with SMEs, Scrum Master, and Product Team. Drives organizational change management efforts by leading regular meetings with T&D Section Managers and ASMs. keeping them informed about project progress, key milestones, important items, upcoming resource needs affecting staffing, OCM communication to staff, and other relevant updates. Manages GIS product deployment and support, overseeing continuous improvement initiatives for asset management. Qualifications Minimum Education* Bachelor's degree public or business administration or directly related field. Minimum Experience* 2 years of analytical and/or program coordination/management work in area related to assignment *Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education Desired Qualifications: To ensure the success of this critical and unique role, candidates will benefit from having extensive experience with GIS and a power utility (6-10 years). Knowledge & Skills Leading Proficient in leading and directing GIS engineers or engineering technicians, guiding priority setting, workload management, and goal setting within a team. Skilled in leading matrixed work groups effectively, even without formal positional authority. Business Background Extensive expertise in high voltage overhead and underground electrical power systems, including a comprehensive understanding of electrical connectivity models and mapping of Transmission and Distribution (T&D) features. Proficient in managing T&D feature attributes, ensuring standardization and accuracy across the board. Demonstrated experience in creating, editing, and constructing T&D electrical infrastructure within GIS environments, alongside expertise in generating construction drawings using AutoCAD. Proven ability to interpret As-Built data related to T&D electrical infrastructure Agile Proficient in applying Agile principles to software implementation or configuration, with knowledge of various Scaled Agile roles and processes in product development. Familiarity with Agile ceremonies and their significance. Experienced in roles such as Product Owner or Business Analyst, adept at developing requirements, including epics, user stories, use cases, and business process designs for both current and future states. Skilled in performing gap analysis, creating testing scenarios, desktop procedures, and training materials. Additionally, possess an understanding of DevOps principles and support models Effective Communication Proficient in clear and concise verbal and written communication, adept at compiling reports, presentations, and records. Skilled in respectful and sensitive interaction with individuals and groups to foster productive relationships and achieve desired outcomes. Prioritizes excellent customer service, adept at responding to evolving customer needs and facilitating the implementation of comprehensive solutions. Selection Process & Supplemental Information Apply Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities, and accomplishments related to this position. Applications received without a cover letter and resume may not be considered. Applications will be reviewed as they are received for interview consideration. Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates. City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play. The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws. Communication from the City of Tacoma: We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from cityoftacoma.org and/or governmentjobs.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders. If you have any additional questions regarding this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at 253.591.5400. The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives. Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger. Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger. Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type. Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees. Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income. Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200. Other Employment Information Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit. Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule. Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees. Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice. Closing Date/Time: 5/29/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
May 16, 2024
Full Time
Position Description At Tacoma Power, we recognize the dynamic evolution underway in the power utility industry. With increasing demands placed on the Transmission and Distribution (T&D) system due to environmental changes and the imperative for future electrification, Tacoma Power is committed to modernizing our operational technologies, notably our Graphical Information System (GIS). To this end, we have adopted an Agile support framework known as DevOps. As part of this initiative, we are seeking a dedicated Power GIS Technical Advisor to serve as the product owner. In this pivotal role, you will provide strategic direction for the GIS product within the T&D team. Responsibilities include making product decisions, managing the product backlog, crafting user stories, defining success criteria, and ensuring alignment with T&D business objectives. The Power GIS Technical Advisor fosters relationships with key stakeholders and supervisors through regular meetings to understand team needs, facilitating the development and validation of user stories, business processes, and test plans. This role plays a crucial part in organizational change management efforts stemming from ongoing GIS evolution, solutions, and integrations. Collaborating with change management, development, and testing professionals, the Power GIS Technical Advisor establishes criteria, thresholds, and program metrics to mitigate implementation risks and impacts, ensuring stakeholder needs are met with new systems and processes. As the product owner, this position drives Program Increment (PI) Planning and Sprint Planning meetings, leading the team in developing success criteria for adopted user stories. Additionally, they determine the priority of GIS support issues and make recommendations on support requests or system failures, reallocating team resources as necessary. Within a matrixed organization encompassing cross-functional teams from T&D, Utility Technology Services, ITD, and vendors, the Power GIS Technical Advisor assumes a crucial role in coordinating collaborative endeavors. Responsibilities include: Orchestrates and manages complex assignments and projects requiring advanced expertise in GIS data mapping at the journey-level. Performs the full range of duties that demonstrates advanced broad practical knowledge in a variety of processes, methods, techniques, and best practices as a GIS mapping professional with an understand of T&D infrastructure attributes, and design. Demonstrates comprehensive practical knowledge across various processes, methods, techniques, and best practices as a GIS mapping professional, including an understanding of T&D infrastructure attributes and design. Drives GIS product decisions by reviewing and prioritizing all items on the Product Backlog. Determines the priority order of User Stories other Product Backlog Items through consultation with SMEs, Scrum Master, and Product Team. Drives organizational change management efforts by leading regular meetings with T&D Section Managers and ASMs. keeping them informed about project progress, key milestones, important items, upcoming resource needs affecting staffing, OCM communication to staff, and other relevant updates. Manages GIS product deployment and support, overseeing continuous improvement initiatives for asset management. Qualifications Minimum Education* Bachelor's degree public or business administration or directly related field. Minimum Experience* 2 years of analytical and/or program coordination/management work in area related to assignment *Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education Desired Qualifications: To ensure the success of this critical and unique role, candidates will benefit from having extensive experience with GIS and a power utility (6-10 years). Knowledge & Skills Leading Proficient in leading and directing GIS engineers or engineering technicians, guiding priority setting, workload management, and goal setting within a team. Skilled in leading matrixed work groups effectively, even without formal positional authority. Business Background Extensive expertise in high voltage overhead and underground electrical power systems, including a comprehensive understanding of electrical connectivity models and mapping of Transmission and Distribution (T&D) features. Proficient in managing T&D feature attributes, ensuring standardization and accuracy across the board. Demonstrated experience in creating, editing, and constructing T&D electrical infrastructure within GIS environments, alongside expertise in generating construction drawings using AutoCAD. Proven ability to interpret As-Built data related to T&D electrical infrastructure Agile Proficient in applying Agile principles to software implementation or configuration, with knowledge of various Scaled Agile roles and processes in product development. Familiarity with Agile ceremonies and their significance. Experienced in roles such as Product Owner or Business Analyst, adept at developing requirements, including epics, user stories, use cases, and business process designs for both current and future states. Skilled in performing gap analysis, creating testing scenarios, desktop procedures, and training materials. Additionally, possess an understanding of DevOps principles and support models Effective Communication Proficient in clear and concise verbal and written communication, adept at compiling reports, presentations, and records. Skilled in respectful and sensitive interaction with individuals and groups to foster productive relationships and achieve desired outcomes. Prioritizes excellent customer service, adept at responding to evolving customer needs and facilitating the implementation of comprehensive solutions. Selection Process & Supplemental Information Apply Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities, and accomplishments related to this position. Applications received without a cover letter and resume may not be considered. Applications will be reviewed as they are received for interview consideration. Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates. City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play. The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws. Communication from the City of Tacoma: We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from cityoftacoma.org and/or governmentjobs.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders. If you have any additional questions regarding this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at 253.591.5400. The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives. Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger. Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger. Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type. Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees. Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income. Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200. Other Employment Information Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit. Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule. Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees. Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice. Closing Date/Time: 5/29/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Sonoma County, CA
Santa Rosa, California, United States
Position Information Starting salary up to $63.02/hour ($131,530/year) and a competitive total compensation package!* Join Our Team Permit Sonoma is the County's land use planning and development permitting agency. Virtually any land development or construction that takes place in the unincorporated area of Sonoma County (outside the city limits of the nine cities) is reviewed, permitted, and inspected by Permit Sonoma. As a Engineering Inspection Supervisor, you will perform a variety of county-wide engineering construction inspections. Your responsibilities will also include: Scheduling inspections for the engineering team Reviewing inspections completed by contractors and homeowners Applying your knowledge of right-of-way, property boundaries, road design, earthwork, and grading plans Drawing upon your understanding of sanitary sewer, stormwater, and drainage systems Work involves both office and field settings, in various weather conditions, and requires flexibility for occasional evening or weekend work, per project demands. What You Bring As the next Engineering Inspection Supervisor, you bring your strong analytical and problem solving skills, good judgment and the ability to make sound decisions, effective verbal and written communication skills. You also bring: Construction inspection experience, including experience negotiating with contractors Knowledge of traffic control standards and utility company operations Experience determining quantities from construction plans and/or field measurements General of general construction practices, including ADA compliance and environmental compliance Experience in environmental review, permitting, and compliance Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and industry-specific software The ability to problem-solve within contractual specifications Additionally, training and certifications in the following are highly desired: construction safety training, Nuclear Gauge certification, Qualified Strom Water Pollution Prevention Plan Designer (QSD) certification, Qualified Strom Water Pollution Prevention Plan Practitioner (QSP) certification, Supervisory training courses, Traffic control training. Bring Your Commitment to Public Service to the County of Sonoma The County of Sonoma is the place to live, grow, and build your career legacy. When you join the County of Sonoma, you'll have the freedom to explore the beauty of our county - its picturesque coastline, majestic redwoods, historic towns, fine dining, award-winning wineries, and a wide variety of entertainment and cultural activities. For additional information about the beauty of our community and the valuable services and support that the County provides our communities, please visit sonomacounty.ca.gov and sonomacountyconnections.org . What We Offer Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you're working to better our communities. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits* including: Hybrid Telework - A schedule that meets the needs of our staff, department operations, and the communities we serve may be available depending on the assignment Salary Advancement - A salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range Paid Time Off - Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year County Paid Health Premium Contributions - 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options Staff Development/Wellness Pay - Annual benefit allowances of up to $650 and ongoing education/training opportunities Post-Retirement Health Reimbursement Arrangement - County contributions to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits Retirement - A pension fully integrated with Social Security Paid Parental Leave - May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) after 12 months of County employment Student Loan Debt Relief - County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education *Salary is negotiable within the established range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can be found in the Service Employees International Union Local 1021 Memorandum Of Understanding (SEIU MOU) and our Employee Benefits Directory . Permit Sonoma is currently recruiting to fill one Engineering Inspection Supervisor position. This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, or extra-help (temporary) positions as they occur during the active status of the list. Qualified County employees who wish to be considered for future positions should consider applying to this recruitment. The Civil Service title of the position is Engineering Technician IV. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Minimum Qualifications Experience: Experience which would provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, five years of subprofessional engineering experience, would provide such opportunity. Supervisory or lead worker experience is desirable. Education: Academic course work in plane geometry, trigonometry, algebra, drafting, computer aided drafting and design, and land surveying, and engineering technology. An Associate in Arts degree in Engineering Technology and courses in supervision are desirable. License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Extensive knowledge of: mathematics, including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry and of engineering practices, including the making of complex engineering computations; electronic information systems, computers and computer aided drafting and design; the principles, techniques and terminology of subprofessional civil engineering and familiarity with mechanical and electrical engineering; building construction methods, materials, and equipment, the principles, techniques, and terminology relating to inspection and skill in determining quality, materials, and workmanship through inspection and to determine compliance with specifications; traffic engineering principles, problems, techniques, terminology and traffic manuals used in traffic engineering; the methods, materials, and equipment used in the testing of materials and skill in the making of complex materials tests. Working knowledge of: survey principles, problems, techniques, and instruments used in cross-section, profile, location, topographic and construction layout surveys, skills in the use and adjustment of complex surveying and computing instruments, and computer aided design software and equipment. Ability to: supervise, train and evaluate the work of subordinates, determine quality, materials, and workmanship through inspection and to determine compliance with specifications; analyze engineering documents such as maps and survey data, plans and specifications; make complex technical and mathematical computations; prepare and compile complex written technical reports and board resolutions; utilize a computer in the performance of assignments; maintain effective public relations with property owners, contractors, and other individuals and groups in the community; coordinate work with other individuals and groups in the community; coordinate work with other divisions and agencies; utilize electronic information systems and analyze and interpret such information. Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process. You should list all employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application. Be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions. You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately. Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification. Please visit Getting a Job with the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the hiring process, including the application process, examination steps, and department selection process. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Responses to supplemental questions will be scored using position-specific criteria. Please provide specific and detailed responses of a reasonable length to allow for a thorough assessment of your qualifications. Responses that state, "See Resume" or "See Application" may be considered insufficient and therefore may not be scored. The selection procedure will consist of the following examination: An Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination (weight 100%) will be conducted to evaluate each applicant's application and supplemental questionnaire for satisfaction of minimum qualifications (pass/not pass); and for educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities which relate to this position. Each applicant will be evaluated based on the following criteria: Relevance of work history, related experience, and achieved level of education and/or training as described in the application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates demonstrating possession of the minimum qualifications will be placed on an employment list in order of most qualified to least qualified based on the achieved score received in the Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination which evaluates the education, training, experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and other qualifications that you demonstrate in your application and/or response to the supplemental questionnaire. Please be aware that resumes and cover letters are not typically evaluated in the Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination. Scores may be adjusted based on such factors as the number of candidates, anticipated vacancies, past practice, and natural breaks in the scores achieved by this group of candidates. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A background investigation is required prior to employment. Candidates referred to departments for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation. Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy. Reference information will not be made available to applicants. Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, etc., may apply, depending on the duties and responsibilities of the position. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer is contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position. HOW TO APPLY Applications are accepted online at www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org . Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted. The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need. HR Analyst: CA HR Technician: RR IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not apply to Extra Help positions. COUNTY OF SONOMA BENEFITS: GENERAL* These are some of the excellent benefits the County offers: Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals; 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year; and may be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment. Health Plan : Choice of five health plans (a PPO, EPO, HMO, and two deductible HMOs) with a County contribution toward the premium (the contribution amount varies by bargaining unit. For specific details, please refer to the applicable MOU). A County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement is available for some bargaining units. Retirement : Fully integrated with Social Security.For more information regarding eligibility, retirement contributions, and reciprocity with prior public service, please visit https://scretire.org/active-/-deferred/when-you-are-hired . IRS 457 Plan : Pre-tax employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum. Retiree Medical : County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits. Student Loan Debt Relief : County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education. Plus excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, professional development, and more. For answers to specific questions regarding the employment process and more details about benefits or retirement, please contact Human Resources at (707) 565-2331.Additional details about benefit and compensation packages can be found in the MOUs located at https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources/divisions-and-units/employee-relations/labor-agreements-and-salary-resolution . For specific information about health and welfare benefits including plan options, coverage, and premium amounts go to https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources or, contact the Human Resources' Risk Management-Benefits Office at benefits@sonoma-county.org or (707) 565-2900. *IMPORTANT NOTES: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Closing Date/Time: 6/6/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
May 16, 2024
Full Time
Position Information Starting salary up to $63.02/hour ($131,530/year) and a competitive total compensation package!* Join Our Team Permit Sonoma is the County's land use planning and development permitting agency. Virtually any land development or construction that takes place in the unincorporated area of Sonoma County (outside the city limits of the nine cities) is reviewed, permitted, and inspected by Permit Sonoma. As a Engineering Inspection Supervisor, you will perform a variety of county-wide engineering construction inspections. Your responsibilities will also include: Scheduling inspections for the engineering team Reviewing inspections completed by contractors and homeowners Applying your knowledge of right-of-way, property boundaries, road design, earthwork, and grading plans Drawing upon your understanding of sanitary sewer, stormwater, and drainage systems Work involves both office and field settings, in various weather conditions, and requires flexibility for occasional evening or weekend work, per project demands. What You Bring As the next Engineering Inspection Supervisor, you bring your strong analytical and problem solving skills, good judgment and the ability to make sound decisions, effective verbal and written communication skills. You also bring: Construction inspection experience, including experience negotiating with contractors Knowledge of traffic control standards and utility company operations Experience determining quantities from construction plans and/or field measurements General of general construction practices, including ADA compliance and environmental compliance Experience in environmental review, permitting, and compliance Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and industry-specific software The ability to problem-solve within contractual specifications Additionally, training and certifications in the following are highly desired: construction safety training, Nuclear Gauge certification, Qualified Strom Water Pollution Prevention Plan Designer (QSD) certification, Qualified Strom Water Pollution Prevention Plan Practitioner (QSP) certification, Supervisory training courses, Traffic control training. Bring Your Commitment to Public Service to the County of Sonoma The County of Sonoma is the place to live, grow, and build your career legacy. When you join the County of Sonoma, you'll have the freedom to explore the beauty of our county - its picturesque coastline, majestic redwoods, historic towns, fine dining, award-winning wineries, and a wide variety of entertainment and cultural activities. For additional information about the beauty of our community and the valuable services and support that the County provides our communities, please visit sonomacounty.ca.gov and sonomacountyconnections.org . What We Offer Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you're working to better our communities. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits* including: Hybrid Telework - A schedule that meets the needs of our staff, department operations, and the communities we serve may be available depending on the assignment Salary Advancement - A salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range Paid Time Off - Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year County Paid Health Premium Contributions - 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options Staff Development/Wellness Pay - Annual benefit allowances of up to $650 and ongoing education/training opportunities Post-Retirement Health Reimbursement Arrangement - County contributions to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits Retirement - A pension fully integrated with Social Security Paid Parental Leave - May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) after 12 months of County employment Student Loan Debt Relief - County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education *Salary is negotiable within the established range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can be found in the Service Employees International Union Local 1021 Memorandum Of Understanding (SEIU MOU) and our Employee Benefits Directory . Permit Sonoma is currently recruiting to fill one Engineering Inspection Supervisor position. This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, or extra-help (temporary) positions as they occur during the active status of the list. Qualified County employees who wish to be considered for future positions should consider applying to this recruitment. The Civil Service title of the position is Engineering Technician IV. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Minimum Qualifications Experience: Experience which would provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, five years of subprofessional engineering experience, would provide such opportunity. Supervisory or lead worker experience is desirable. Education: Academic course work in plane geometry, trigonometry, algebra, drafting, computer aided drafting and design, and land surveying, and engineering technology. An Associate in Arts degree in Engineering Technology and courses in supervision are desirable. License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Extensive knowledge of: mathematics, including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry and of engineering practices, including the making of complex engineering computations; electronic information systems, computers and computer aided drafting and design; the principles, techniques and terminology of subprofessional civil engineering and familiarity with mechanical and electrical engineering; building construction methods, materials, and equipment, the principles, techniques, and terminology relating to inspection and skill in determining quality, materials, and workmanship through inspection and to determine compliance with specifications; traffic engineering principles, problems, techniques, terminology and traffic manuals used in traffic engineering; the methods, materials, and equipment used in the testing of materials and skill in the making of complex materials tests. Working knowledge of: survey principles, problems, techniques, and instruments used in cross-section, profile, location, topographic and construction layout surveys, skills in the use and adjustment of complex surveying and computing instruments, and computer aided design software and equipment. Ability to: supervise, train and evaluate the work of subordinates, determine quality, materials, and workmanship through inspection and to determine compliance with specifications; analyze engineering documents such as maps and survey data, plans and specifications; make complex technical and mathematical computations; prepare and compile complex written technical reports and board resolutions; utilize a computer in the performance of assignments; maintain effective public relations with property owners, contractors, and other individuals and groups in the community; coordinate work with other individuals and groups in the community; coordinate work with other divisions and agencies; utilize electronic information systems and analyze and interpret such information. Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process. You should list all employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application. Be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions. You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately. Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification. Please visit Getting a Job with the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the hiring process, including the application process, examination steps, and department selection process. APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED. Responses to supplemental questions will be scored using position-specific criteria. Please provide specific and detailed responses of a reasonable length to allow for a thorough assessment of your qualifications. Responses that state, "See Resume" or "See Application" may be considered insufficient and therefore may not be scored. The selection procedure will consist of the following examination: An Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination (weight 100%) will be conducted to evaluate each applicant's application and supplemental questionnaire for satisfaction of minimum qualifications (pass/not pass); and for educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities which relate to this position. Each applicant will be evaluated based on the following criteria: Relevance of work history, related experience, and achieved level of education and/or training as described in the application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates demonstrating possession of the minimum qualifications will be placed on an employment list in order of most qualified to least qualified based on the achieved score received in the Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination which evaluates the education, training, experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and other qualifications that you demonstrate in your application and/or response to the supplemental questionnaire. Please be aware that resumes and cover letters are not typically evaluated in the Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination. Scores may be adjusted based on such factors as the number of candidates, anticipated vacancies, past practice, and natural breaks in the scores achieved by this group of candidates. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A background investigation is required prior to employment. Candidates referred to departments for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation. Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy. Reference information will not be made available to applicants. Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, etc., may apply, depending on the duties and responsibilities of the position. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer is contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position. HOW TO APPLY Applications are accepted online at www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org . Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted. The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need. HR Analyst: CA HR Technician: RR IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not apply to Extra Help positions. COUNTY OF SONOMA BENEFITS: GENERAL* These are some of the excellent benefits the County offers: Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals; 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year; and may be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment. Health Plan : Choice of five health plans (a PPO, EPO, HMO, and two deductible HMOs) with a County contribution toward the premium (the contribution amount varies by bargaining unit. For specific details, please refer to the applicable MOU). A County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement is available for some bargaining units. Retirement : Fully integrated with Social Security.For more information regarding eligibility, retirement contributions, and reciprocity with prior public service, please visit https://scretire.org/active-/-deferred/when-you-are-hired . IRS 457 Plan : Pre-tax employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum. Retiree Medical : County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits. Student Loan Debt Relief : County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education. Plus excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, professional development, and more. For answers to specific questions regarding the employment process and more details about benefits or retirement, please contact Human Resources at (707) 565-2331.Additional details about benefit and compensation packages can be found in the MOUs located at https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources/divisions-and-units/employee-relations/labor-agreements-and-salary-resolution . For specific information about health and welfare benefits including plan options, coverage, and premium amounts go to https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources or, contact the Human Resources' Risk Management-Benefits Office at benefits@sonoma-county.org or (707) 565-2900. *IMPORTANT NOTES: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Closing Date/Time: 6/6/2024 11:59 PM Pacific